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May 04, 2026
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Kansas State University Professor Visits Cowley County to Connect Students, Agri-Tourism Partners with Research
COWLEY COUNTY, Kan. — A Kansas State University professor spent April 30 engaging with students, educators and local agri-tourism partners in Cowley County through the university’s Presidential Engagement Fellows program, which brings university expertise directly to communities across Kansas at no cost. Dr. Yue Teng Vaughan, assistant professor in the School

Arkansas City Man Arrested on Drug, Alcohol Charges Following Traffic Stop
ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — An Arkansas City man was arrested on drug and alcohol charges late April 24 after a traffic stop in the 3400 block of North Summit Street led to the discovery of marijuana and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle. An Arkansas City Police officer stopped a 2012 Kia

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Jail Updates
May 04 Cowley County New Inmates: AISEK, SNECHSIRO M - Not Classified, MARTIN, MICHAEL A JR - Traffic Offense Released: Released: HALL, SCOTT G — Possession of Controlled Substance; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia; Theft of Service over $100,000; Criminal Trespass; Fail to Comply District (2 counts) KLEIN, HAILEE L — Failure

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Greenwood, Elk County Conservation Districts to Host 9th Annual Women in Ag Event
EUREKA, Kan. — The Greenwood County and Elk County Conservation Districts will host the 9th Annual Women in Ag Event on Tuesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. at 110 E. 3rd St. in Eureka. The event is free and open to the public. Confirmed topics include Native Plants and Gardens,

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