Vaccinations slowing down in Cowley County

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

Winfield City Hall closed Monday

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.

Awards for Cowley College staff

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

Get set for fireworks

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

Check out Matilda the Musical

-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

Health department urges public to take survey

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

Renew your plates

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 encouraging vaccines

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

Closure on West Washington Avenue in Ark City

From the city of Ark city – Starting immediately, West Washington Avenue will be closed to through traffic between Fourth and Fifth streets due to a collapsed stormwater culvert under the road that requires repairs. Public Services Superintendent Tony Tapia said emergency repair work commenced today, as soon as the problem was discovered. Westbound traffic … Read more

IT camp dates planned for July

Cowley College -Sumner County has announced that IT camp dates are set for July. The high school camp is July 20-22 from 9am until noon. The middle school camp is July 27-July 30, from 9am until noon. The camps take place in the Caldwell Community Building. Sign up by July 9th, via the facebook page … Read more