To bolster local organizations supporting health equity in communities across Kansas, Governor Laura Kelly today announced the “Increase the Reach” Grant Initiative. The “Increase the Reach” Initiative, launching today through a partnership between the Wichita State University Community Engagement Institute and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), provides an additional opportunity for community-based … Read more
Cowley County, Kansas says due to extensive facility damage caused by vandalism, the Memorial Lawn Cemetery will be closed to the public until further notice. If you have questions, please call the County Administrator at (620) 221-5406.
At its regular meeting, Monday, Sept. 27, the USD 470 Board of Education approved revised COVID-19 protocols as presented in the USD 470 Forward plan. The changes to the district’s COVID Safety/Testing/Exclusion protocols can be found online. These changes go into effect Tuesday, Sept. 28 which means the current mask requirement will no longer be … Read more
Cowley College president Dr. Dennis C. Rittle shared his thoughts on the “State of Cowley College” during the Arkansas City and Winfield Chamber Lunch Bites held Wednesday in the Earle N. Wright Community Room. The Chambers teamed up for the event as Dr. Rittle shared information on the College’s local impact, its cost model, paw … Read more
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has authorized all COVID-19 vaccine providers in Kansas to begin administering the Pfizer-BioNTech booster shot to eligible Kansans following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) authorization. The vaccine booster dose only applies to individuals who completed the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine series at least 6 months ago. … Read more
From the City of Winfield: a public meeting is set for tomorrow night, September 28th, to update the community regarding the Winter Storm Uri natural gas event. The meeting is at 7 pm. at the Community Center at Baden Square.
As coronavirus cases in Kansas continue to surge among the unvaccinated and hospitals face staff and capacity issues, today Governor Kelly launched a new testimonial campaign to encourage Kansans to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The campaign includes stories from Kansans whose lives have been deeply impacted by COVID-19, including doctors and nurses, COVID-19 survivors, and … Read more
KDOT says a railroad crossing safety improvement project will close K-55 at Belle Plaine for up to five days starting Oct. 4. The project involves installing a non-traversable median at the crossing on the west side of Belle Plaine, in Sumner County. During the work, K-55 will be closed at the crossing. So motorists will … Read more
From the City of Winfield: Wednesday, September 29th, the intersection of E. 6th Ave. & High St. Will be closed. This is necessary for contractors to complete repairs at Meyer Hall.
With plans to construct student housing on Cowley College’s Sumner Campus, the Board of Trustees had an opportunity to view the area during the annual monthly meeting held Monday at Cowley College’s Sumner Campus in Wellington. The meeting was conducted in the Short Community Room and was open to the public. The Sumner Campus is … Read more