Winfield announces Leaf Collection Program

The City of Winfield is excited to announce its 2025 Leaf Collection Program. As the leaves begin to fall and create a picturesque autumn landscape, the City is committed to providing a convenient and efficient leaf collection service for its residents. The Leaf Collection Program is designed to make leaf disposal hassle-free for our community … Read more

Get ready for basketball skills competition

Winfield Recreation Commission says Dribble, Pass, Shoot your way onto the court for our FREE Turkey Basketball Skills Competition. This is for all boys and girls in the 1st-6th grades. This event will be held NEXT Saturday, November 22. Check in at 10:00 am, competition begins at 10:30 a.m. Winners from each age group will … Read more

Police give speed warning

Police say this is your friendly reminder that the speed limit on 8th Street north of Radio Lane is 30 mph – not 65. Slowing down keeps our community safe, protects pedestrians, and helps prevent crashes. Watch for pedestrians – this stretch sees steady foot traffic throughout the day. Stay alert near intersections and crosswalks. … Read more

More money coming for November food help

Thanks to a generous private donation, the Kansas soup kitchens and food banks that were expecting a November delivery through The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) will receive their November food deliveries ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. UnitedHealthcare is providing a private donation of more than $39,000 to cover the cost of getting an estimated … Read more

Today is World Kindness Day

The City of Ark City says today is World Kindness Day-a good reminder of something Arkansas City has always understood. The small things matter. Checking on a neighbor, holding a door, picking up litter, or offering a kind word… those everyday gestures are what make our community feel like home. If you have a moment … Read more

Health department offers services for new moms

The City-Cowley County Health Department says Our Cowley County Maternal Child Health Home Visiting Program provides new moms with education, support, and resources to help ensure their newborn gets a healthy start in life! These services are available with NO OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS to all pregnant and postpartum women up to 12 months after delivery.

Cowley County Commission gathers on Thursday

The Cowley County Commission is set for a regular meeting on Thursday, November 13th, at 8 a.m. The agenda shows the group will consider buying 30 Kenwood handheld radios with dual band and encryption capability. They’ll also consider an agreement for engineering services for replacement of 15 bridges. The group will consider approval of the … Read more

Veterans’ Day Concert is tonight

Southwestern College says join the Winfield Municipal Band in Richardson Performing Arts Center for a special Veterans Day Concert! It’s tonight at 7 p.m. Free admission. Reception to follow.

Drive Thru Flu Clinic is today

The City-Cowley County Health Department says Don’t miss our final Drive-Thru Flu Clinic today. It’s 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., behind the health department at 320 East 9th Street in Winfield. There’s no appointment necessary! Drive up anytime between 2:00pm & 4:00pm, fill out a little paperwork, & get your shot! Just bring your photo … Read more