The Aspen Institute has named Cowley College as one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The 200 colleges were selected based on their student outcomes data, including retention, completion, transfer, and bachelor’s … Read more
The Winfield Police Department was dispatched to Home Lumber located at 1201 Main Street for the report of individuals who had stolen numerous power tools from the store. Upon taking this report, investigators worked with the Cowley County Crimestoppers Organization and compiled a press release seeking information about the crime and identification of the three … Read more
On Tuesday, Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, ordered flags throughout the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff immediately until sundown on the day of interment to honor the passing of Vice President Dick Cheney. “Vice President Cheney spent his life in service to our nation and was renowned for both … Read more
Things are starting to feel real for Arkansas City’s splash pad! Crews broke ground yesterday morning on the site along Birch Avenue, between 1st and 2nd Streets – the future home of some serious summer fun.
Burford Theater Ink and Wash, is a watercolor month-long, four class experience for young painters. Whether your youngster has just dabbled in this technique or he is pretty good at it, Kassie Lewis is excited to work with all levels! Classes begin Wednesday, November 5 at 4:30-6pm and will run every consecutive Wednesday evening at … Read more
The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Saturday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31. While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect, utility companies cannot disconnect a customer’s service when the local temperatures are forecast … Read more
The Winfield Community Food Pantry says we are honored to be one of the organizations in Cowley County to receive a donation from GE Aerospace at Strother Field. Our check today was for $2000 with the opportunity to get another $2000 from their corporate office! With cuts to SNAP benefits looming, this will help us … Read more
The Kansas Traffic Resource Office says Take the challenge. On Wednesday, Oct. 29, let’s all Buckle Up and put our Phones Down when we drive. Distracted driving is a leading cause of crashes in the United States. AAA reports that texting increases the chances of a car crash by 50%. According to NHTSA, if you … Read more
Ark City merchants present Halloween Downtown, a Kids’ Summit Street Trick or Treat Event. It’s October 31st, 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., from Chestnut to Madison. On the east side of the street, you’ll walk to the south, and on the west side of the street, you’ll walk to the north.
Winfield Police Department says VIN inspections will return to the Winfield Fairgrounds this week. For more information on VIN inspections, please visit winfieldks.org/police.