The Cowley County Health and Safety Fair is coming up on Saturday, May 18th, from 9 a.m. until noon at the Agri-Business Building in Ark City. With over 50 participating organizations, there will be plenty to do and much to see! Plus opportunities to win lots of great prizes and other freebies! There will be … Read more
Bicycling can be great exercise and an affordable way to travel, but riders are more likely to suffer serious injury or death upon impact with a motor vehicle. That’s why the Kansas Department of Transportation and The Drive To Zero Coalition want to remind drivers and bicyclists they share responsibility in safety. May is Bicycle … Read more
The Winfield Police Department is partnering with Walmart Pharmacy to help our community safely dispose of old medications. Bring your expired or unwanted medications to Walmart Winfield – Pike Rd this Saturday, May 4th, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and we will dispose of them for you! Safe medication disposal = cleaner water supplies … Read more
In an effort to prioritize the health and wellbeing of Kansas youth, Governor Laura Kelly has officially declared May 5 as Kansas Kids Fitness Day. This recognition is a result of a partnership between Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), the Kansas Governor’s Council on Wellness and the Kansas Association for Health, Physical Education, … Read more
Cowley College says National Community College Month concluded in a grandiose fashion today with the signing of the Educate the State Partnership by college Presidents from Friends University, Newman University, Southwestern College, Butler Community College and Cowley. This partnership allows for stronger and more affordable opportunities to secondary education degree seekers; specifically addressing the teacher … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly today announced that total tax collections for April were $1.42 billion. That is $101 million, or 7.7%, more than the monthly estimate. Total tax collections are up 9.6% from April 2023.
On April 30, 2024, at approximately 3:51 PM Winfield Fire/EMS and Deputies from the Cowley County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 13000 block of 212 th Road for an injury accident. George Hawkins Jr, 82, of Arkansas City was operating a Brush Hog riding lawn mower in the north ditch. The mower’s front wheels … Read more
USD 470 says Get ready to see our students shine at the Arkansas City High School Choir Department’s biggest event of the year – the Bulldog Vocal Spotlight! This year’s theme, “Hello, My Name Is”, promises an unforgettable journey through the power of music and self-expression. Join us on May 4th at 2:00 p.m. and … Read more
The Winfield PD says due to weather concerns, our drug take back event with Walmart Pharmacy originally slated for this Saturday has been rescheduled. Bring your expired or unwanted medications to Walmart Winfield – Pike Rd on Saturday, May 4th, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and we will dispose of them for you! Safe … Read more
The City-Cowley County Health Department points out, lead exposure is extremely hazardous, especially for young children! Many of the older houses in Cowley County still contain lead-based paint which can result in high levels of exposure in the home. Getting your child’s blood lead levels tested is the best way to find out if exposure … Read more