The quilt show at Pioneer Harvest Fiesta is one event for women at the annual show.
Pictured is Charlotte Hite, Fort Scott, who brought several heirloom quilts to the show. This quilt is one of her grandmother’s, who was in a quilting club in Uniontown.
Other events: arts and crafts show, gas engine exhibit, tractor exhibit, flea market, food vendors and live music.
Wheat threshing, draft horse plowing, corn husking, rock crushing, sawmill operation, are among the demonstrations at the event.
Because of wet arena conditions, there will be no tractor pulls, according to Allen Warren, of the PHF board.
The Shoe Sensation, 2420 S. Main, Fort Scott will be open until Oct. 27.
Shoe Sensation will relocate to Pittsburg this November
Shoe Sensation administration, headquartered in Jeffersonville, Indiana, has decided to relocate the Fort Scott store location, 2420 S. Main, to Pittsburg.
“We have notified our landlord of our intent to leave our current location,” according to a press release from Taylor McAdams, public relations coordinator with Shoe Sensation. “This is part of our continued growth and expansion strategy.”
“We believe we can better serve a greater area of our target customer and existing customer base by moving our location to Pittsburg where we will continue to offer a wide variety of name brand shoes for the entire family,” says CEO, Dave Schoengart.
“We will be serving our customers in Fort Scott until our last day of business on October 27, 2018.”
Current employees were given the opportunity to commute to Pittsburg.
Shoe Sensation in Pittsburg will have its Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting with the Chamber on November 16, 2018.
The ribbon-cutting will take place at the new Shoe Sensation store in Northgate Plaza at 2808 N. Broadway Pittsburg, which is located behind Appleby’s Restaurant.
The new Shoe Sensation, 2808 N. Broadway, Pittsburg.
Information provided with the press release:
Shoe Sensation is a regional chain of family shoe stores selling quality name-brand shoes. Our stores carry a large selection of men’s, women’s, children’s, and athletic footwear in a better-branded merchandise mix. Shoe Sensation was developed to meet the footwear needs of the entire family; our clientele range from toddlers to senior citizens.
As a reminder, there will be an organizational meeting for a Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron on Saturday, October 20 at 10 am. The meeting will be held downstairs in Fort Scott’s Memorial Hall and is open to any male descendant of an honorably discharged Veteran.
The Sons of the American Legion Squadron is a part of the American Legion family, but it develops its own local community service programs and projects. The SAL offers an opportunity for the sons and grandsons of Veterans to honor their Veteran ancestor while giving back to the community.
Sons, grandsons and great-grandsons of honorably discharged Veterans are eligible for SAL membership.
SAL membership eligibility can be confusing as I cannot join the SAL though my own military service. My SAL eligibility is through my grandfather’s military service in World War 1. My sons and grandsons can join the SAL through my military service.
If you have any questions about joining the SAL or if you have questions about your eligibility, email me at [email protected] or call me at 904.553.1848.
I look forward to you joining us on Saturday, October 20 as we charter this newest organization supporting the Veterans and citizens of Bourbon County.
If you wish to join the SAL , but are unable to attend our organizational meeting, please contact me. God, family and work should always come before Legion activities. I will work with you on your membership application.
On October 16, 2018, at 1:05 p.m. Fort Scott Police Department officers were dispatched to 402 S. Clark in reference to a missing person report.
Upon arrival, it was learned that Edith Hawkins, 72, had left her residence earlier in the day at approximately 10 a.m. and had not been seen since.
Family members reported that Hawkins suffered from Alzheimer’s Disease.
Members of the Fort Scott Police and Fire Departments, Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office, Mercy Emergency Medical Services and three rural fire departments began a search for the woman in and around Fort Scott.
At approximately 3:01 p.m. a deceased body believed to be Hawkins was found in the water of the Marmaton River between Second Street Bridge and the North National Bridge.
The body was sent to Frontier Forensics in Kansas City to assist in the investigation.
Frank Halsey speaks to a group of young riders in July before a mountain bike race at Gunn Park.
An annual outdoors athletic event has tentatively been rescheduled for Oct. 20.
“The Tri-Yak-AThon is rescheduled for this Saturday, weather permitting,” Frank Halsey, who is the original organizer of the event. “We are praying the forecasted rain for Thursday night and Friday morning misses us.”
” The Tri-yak-a-thon is a race where participants run on Gunn Park’s beautiful trails, kayak up and down the Marmaton River, and then tackle the trails again on a bike”, according to a press release. ” The goal of the event is to have fun and raise money to support the bike share program. ”
“I can tell you there is a lot of interest again this year,” Halsey said. “We are just so dependent on weather it’s hard to tell how many will show.”
The 6th Annual Tri-Yak-A-Thon, at Gunn Park Trails, was postponed for the scheduled race on Oct. 13, due to Marmaton River flooding. Organizers rescheduled tentatively for October 20.
The Gunn Park Trails volunteers extend an invitation to enjoy the fall weather and watch the 6th annual Tri-yak-a-thon.
This year’s proceeds benefit the new City of Fort Scott Bike Share Program.
The competition is scheduled on October 20 at 10:00 AM in Gunn Park.
The trail run is approximately four miles, the kayak portion is 2.5 miles, and the final portion is a 7-mile mountain bike ride.
Participants may be part of a relay team or do the entire race solo.
Participants must bring their own kayak, life jacket, helmet, and mountain bike. Riders must wear a helmet.
Onsite registration and packet pickup will be from 8:00 to 9:45 AM Oct. 20 at Shelter House 6.
“Whether you enter the race or just come and cheer, please join us and support our park, our trails, and our bike share program,” according to the press release.
Fort Scott started a Bike Share program June 2018,
Ten yellow bikes are available for community members and visitors to take and ride for free check out.
Nate’s Place eatery, 750 S. National Avenue is a hub for Bike-Share.
Bikes are available from the following hub locations:
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB, 231 E. Wall St., 620-223-3566
Fort Scott Community College, 2108 S. Horton St., 620-223-2700
Nate’s Place/Lyons Twin Mansions, 750 S. National Ave., 620-223-3644
Peerless Products, Inc., 2403 S. Main St., 620-223-4610
Riders must be at least 12 years of age to ride. If under 18 a parent/guardian must sign the waiver form.
Hub location will take a copy of driver’s license upon bike check-out.
Click here to view the waiver form.
The 62nd Pioneer Harvest Fiesta comes to the Bourbon County Fairgrounds in Fort Scott, Kansas October 19 to 21.
The event kicks off with a Parade of Antique, Classic Farm Implements and More through Fort Scott’s historic downtown on Thursday the 18th at 6 PM!
This year’s Fiesta promises to be the best yet, with something for every member of the family! There will be Handmade Arts & Crafts in the 4-H building Saturday and Sunday. There is a Quilt Show in the Meyers building all three days. This year’s Gas Engine Exhibit features a 1926 15hp Reid Oil Field engine. The Featured Tractor is a 1966 John Deere Model 1020 Diesel three cylinder, 38hp.
Again this year, Pioneer Harvest Fiesta features one of the largest, most interesting Flea Markets in the Four-State’s region. Experience educational and historic exhibits, refreshments and live musical entertainment all weekend.
All three days are alive with Steam Engines, Blacksmiths, Food and Flea Market Vendors, Drag Saw Demonstrations, Tractors & Gas Engines on Display, Baker Fan Demonstrations. Corn Shucking demonstrations, Arts and Crafts, Quilt Show, Straw Bailing, Wheat Thrashing, Corn Husking/Shelling, Rock Crushing, Saw Mill Operation, Parade of Power, and many more exciting events! It’s one great weekend to kick off Fall in the 4-state’s region! It’s the 62nd annual Pioneer Harvest Fiesta, at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds in Historic Fort Scott, Kansas.
Pittsburg Youth Chorale, under the direction of M.J. Harper, will perform a pre-parade prelude at 8:30 AM on Saturday, October 20 outside of Root Coffeehouse at 802 N. Broadway.
Warm up your body before the PSU Homecoming Parade with a cup of joe or mug of tea and a scone or muffin.
Warm up your voice with patriotic pieces such as “The Star Spangled Banner” and “TAPS.” Warm up your feet with selections like “Sing, Sing, Sing!”
Performers: Auggie Allison, Ben Bolinger, Sydney Ewing, Eden Darling, Amaeus Hawkins, Quorynn Harris, Angie Miller, Rachael Miller, Zayne Miller, Chloe Riska, and Hayden Turnbull meet Tuesdays 5-6PM at Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium & Convention Center, 503 N. Pine.
If you are interested in booking this ensemble, email [email protected] or call 620-235-7827.
Area singers in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade are invited to join Pittsburg Youth Chorale.
Participants do not need to be enrolled in USD 250 to belong to this ensemble.
To enroll, visit Pittsburg Memorial Auditorium & Convention Center between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, or call 620-231-7827.
The 6th Annual Tri-Yak-A-Thon, at Gunn Park Trails, has been postponed due to river flooding. Organizers have tentatively rescheduled for October 20.
The Gunn Park Trails volunteers would like to invite everyone to enjoy the fall weather and join us for the 6th annual Tri-yak-a-thon. This year’s proceeds will benefit our new bike share program. The event will take place October 20 at 10:00 AM in Gunn Park. The Tri-yak-a-thon is a race where participants run on Gunn Park’s beautiful trails, kayak up and down the Marmaton River, and then tackle the trails again on a bike. The goal of the event is to have fun and raise money to support the bike share program. The trail run is approximately 4 miles, the kayak portion is 2.5 miles, and the final portion is a 7-mile mountain bike ride. Participate as a relay team, or if you are tough enough you can do the entire race as a solo participant. You must bring your own kayak, life jacket, helmet, and mountain bike. Riders must wear a helmet.
Onsite registration and packet pickup will be from 8:00 to 9:45 AM at Shelter House 6. You can register online at https://www.trireg.com/tri-yak-a-thon. The race will begin at 10:00 AM. Whether you enter the race or just come and cheer, please join us and support our park, our trails, and our bike share program.
2018 Gordon Parks Celebration
Photo Contest Winners Named
FORT SCOTT — Winners of the Gordon Parks Celebration “I Am Inspired By…” photo contest have been chosen. Thirty-four entries were received and the winner of First Place was Kole Wagner (Fort Scott) with his photo titled “First Love.” Second Place was Jennifer Yoder (Louisburg, KS) with her photo “Big Dreams.” Third Place was Kole Wagner with his photo, “Freedom Post.”
Second place winner: “Big Dreams” by Jennifer Yoder.
There were 5 Honorable Mentions named: “Ice Cream” by Miriam Mix (Fort Scott); “Puddle at Daylight” by Boguslaw Lowczyk (Roselle, Illinois); “Love Has No Labels” by Amanda Bourbina (Pittsburg, KS); “Everything is Beautiful on the Farm” by Stephen Robinson (Redfield, KS); and “Traversal” by Zoe McClure (Uniontown, KS).
First, Second and Third place winners received cash prizes of $100, $75, and $50 respectively and all finalists received a set of prints of Gordon Parks photos.
The contest was open to any non-professional photographer and was inspired by a quote by Parks: “Driven by an insatiable hunger, I still search for those things that inspire me—beautiful imagery, music, and literature.”
“We received good entries and the judges had a very difficult time making their choices,” said museum director Jill Warford. Judges for the competition were Merl Humphrey, Kassie Fugate-Cate, and Tammy Helm.
The photo exhibit is on display in the Lunt Lobby of the Ellis Fine Arts Center through October 15th. The building is open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
