News Staff From the city of Winfield: In observance of Independence Day, the refuse and recycling schedules will change the week of July 4th. The City of Winfield, Compost Facility will be OPEN Saturday, July 3rd, 2021, from 9am to 3pm, weather permitting. The City of Winfield, Neighborhood Trash Program will be CANCELED Saturday, July 3rd, 2021 … Read more
Several changes in the Kansas concealed carry law took effect yesterday, including a reduction in application fees, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said. Among the changes approved during the 2021 Kansas legislative session, a new provisional license will be available for individuals between 18-20 years of age. New provisions also allow issuance of a concealed … Read more
An update from the City-Cowley County Health Department on COVID 19 vaccination efforts. They say vaccination efforts in the county, that were very robust in the first three months of 2021, continue to be slow. Currently, 11,576 people have completed the required two dose vaccine series required to develop immunity to COVID-19. An additional 1,625 … Read more
Quick reminder that the Independence Day holiday is Sunday. To that end, Winfield City Hall will be closed on Monday, July 5th, in observance of Independence Day. Be aware that many other government offices may be closed.
Staff from Cowley College have been named winners of the Blackboard Catalyst Award for Optimizing Student Experience. Founded in 2005, the annual Catalyst Awards recognize and honor innovation and excellence in the Blackboard global community of practice, where millions of educators and learners work every day to redefine what is possible when leveraging technology. Winners … Read more
VISIT Ark City and The City of Arkansas City are excited to present the 2021 Fireworks show from Spring Hill Golf Course at dark on July 4th. It’s expected to last 15 minutes. Discount golf will be offered during the day. All attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs or blankets as seating is limited … Read more
-The Southwestern College Summer Theatre Festival will present Roald Dahl’s Tony Award-winning “Matilda The Musical” on Friday and Saturday, July 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, July 11 at 2 p.m., in the Richardson Performing Arts Center on the campus of Southwestern College. “Matilda The Musical” has won 47 international awards and continues … Read more
City-Cowley County Health Department says Every three years local members of the health care community undergo the process of evaluating the overall status and perception of our community health. The process known as the “Community Health Needs Assessment” (CHNA) is a vital function that helps us work to deliver the most impactful services that we … Read more
Kansas Department of Revenue: If your Kansas license or ID has expired from March 12, 2020-March 30, 2021, you need to renew. Your deadline to renew is Wednesday, June 30. Driver’s license renewals can be completed online at https://ikan.ks.gov/. Walk-in customers are welcome. Customers with appointments receive priority.
Governor Laura Kelly encouraged all Kansans to get the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and their communities from the rapidly spreading Delta variant. “The Delta variant is rapidly spreading in neighboring states, and the best way to protect yourself, your community, and finally get our state back to normal is by getting vaccinated,” said Governor … Read more