Monthly Archives: November 2018

Bourbon County, Recipes

Linderhof’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

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There are so many chocolate chip cookies out there including the one on the Nestle’s Toll House Semi-Sweet Morsels package.  And they are a classic cookie.
But the one that we use at Linderhof has a “secret ingredient” and makes, in my opinion, the best chocolate chip cookie in the world!      You can add nuts if you’d like (I’d do about a cup) and sprinkle with sea salt if you’d like, but we prefer them with just the chocolate chips.

 

LINDERHOF’S CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

1 c. butter, at room temperature
¾ c. brown sugar
¼ c. sugar
3.4 oz. package vanilla instant pudding
2 large eggs
1 t. Vanilla
2 ¼ c. flour
1 small package semi sweet chocolate chips
1 t. Soda
½ t. Salt

 

Preheat oven to 350.

 

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

 

Beat together the butter and sugars until creamy.    Add in pudding mix, eggs and vanilla. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt.     Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips (and nuts if you use them).

 

Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoons onto a prepared baking sheet.  (and if you’d like to top with sea salt — sprinkle it on before you put them in the oven.)    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until slightly golden and set. Remove cookies from oven and let cool on baking sheet for two minutes.     Transfer to a cooling rack and cool completely.

 

Martha Meinsen Scott is a Fort Scott foodie who creates from her home, called Linderhof.
Bourbon County, Schools

WBE Students In Stacking Competition

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5th Grader Shaiden Kober building a Jumbo Cup Tower.

West Bourbon students and staff, 262 total, participated in the 2018 Stack Up Event on Thursday, November 8.

The event is held each year to try and break the Guinness World Record of MOST PEOPLE SPORT STACKING AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS ON ONE DAY.

Second graders Brayden Russell and Owen Brown are competing in BattleStack.

The number to beat this year is 622, 809 as of Sunday evening.

513, 706 stackers have been verified from around the world.

Second Grade students Braelyn Marlow (kneeling) and MaKinlee Bloesser (standing) are concentrating building their cup towers.

It usually takes about a week to get all information verified. WBE students enjoyed a variety of stacking activities during their PE time….BattleStack, building cup towers and stacking at the timing mats to name a few.

A good time was had by ALL.

Stackers at West Bourbon Elementary School. 3rd grader Allis DeMott is having fun at the timing mat.

Submitted by Jackie Hall

 

Obituary

Obituary for Serena Athena Melvin

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November 5, 2018 – November 5, 2018

Her loving parents are Ryan Melvin, Sr. and Katrina Yakel,          El Dorado Springs, MO.

When tomorrow starts without me,
And I’m not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
All filled with tears for me;
I wish so much you wouldn’t cry
The way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
We didn’t get to say,
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me,
I know you’ll miss me too.
But when tomorrow starts without me,
Please try to understand,
That an angel came and called my name
And took me by the hand,
And said my place was ready
In heaven far above, and that I’d have to leave behind
All those I dearly love.
But when I walked through heaven’s gates
I felt so much at home,
When GOD looked down and smiled at me
From his great golden throne,
He said, “This is eternity
And all I’ve promised you.”
Today your life on earth is past,
But here it starts anew,
I promise no tomorrow
But today will always last,
And since each day’s the same
There’s no longing for the past,
So when tomorrow starts without me
Don’t think we’re far apart,
For every time you think of me
I’m right here in your heart.

There was cremation.

Kansas

Safeguard Antibiotics

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State of Kansas Asks Residents to Help Safeguard Antibiotics

Kansas ranked among the highest nationally, total number of antibiotic prescriptions

 

TOPEKA – Since 2013, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recognized a threat to antibiotic resistance and has begun working with many partners across the state and nation to safeguard the effectiveness of antibiotics. In an effort to promote awareness of this important initiative, Governor Jeff Colyer has designated Nov. 12-18 Use Antibiotics Wisely Week.

 

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Chief Health Officer, Dr. Greg Lakin, says health professionals, patients and their loved ones need to be informed and only prescribe or use antibiotics when appropriate.

 

“The general public, health care providers, health care facility administrators, veterinarians, food producers and policy makers can all play a part in ensuring that antibiotics are only used when truly needed and likely to be effective,” Dr. Lakin said.

 

In Kansas, a broad range of individuals, professionals and organizations are working together to adopt best practices to help stem the inappropriate use of antibiotics. A statewide advisory group is assisting KDHE in spearheading this effort.

 

According to data from the CDC, the total number of antibiotic prescriptions written in Kansas ranked among the highest nationally. In 2015, more than 900 antibiotic prescriptions were written per 1,000 individuals statewide.

 

Antibiotic awareness does not mean stopping the use of antibiotics; it means changing the way antibiotics are prescribed and used today—when necessary and appropriate.

 

Since the 1940s, antibiotics have been used to treat patients who have bacterial infections, greatly reducing the number of related illnesses and deaths. But now, more than 75 years later, antibiotics have been overused and misused to the point that the infectious organisms the antibiotics are designed to kill have adapted to them, making the drugs less effective, according to the CDC.

 

The CDC finds that more than one-third of all antibiotics prescribed or otherwise used in the United States are either unnecessary or the antibiotic does not match the germ. Antibiotics are not needed for viruses, such as colds, most sore throats and many sinus infections.

 

Especially during the cold and flu season when viruses are prevalent, the public can do its part by recognizing that antibiotics are likely not the right medicine. Antibiotics can fight infections and save lives when used to fight the right germ, at the right time and for the right duration.

 

More than two million people in the United States get infections that are resistant to antibiotics, and each year, at least 23,000 people die as a result. If drug-resistant germs keep growing, and if we lose the effectiveness of antibiotics, we may also lose our ability to treat patients who need them.

 

Here are ways you can help:

  • Do not request that your doctor prescribe antibiotics.
  • Antibiotics may have side effects. When your doctor says that you do not need an antibiotic, taking one may do more harm than good.
  • Only take antibiotics that are prescribed for you and take the whole course as directed. Do not share or use leftover antibiotics. Antibiotics treat specific types of infections. Taking the wrong medicine may delay correct treatment and allow bacteria to multiply.

 

To learn more about antibiotic resistance, visit http://UseAntibioticsWisely.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Area News

WINTER WEATHER AWARENESS DAY IS NOV. 15

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Winter Weather Awareness Day in Kansas will be Thursday, Nov. 15. That day would be an ideal time for Kansans to take stock of their emergency supplies and review their home emergency plan.

A home emergency supply kit should include enough nonperishable food and water for each person to survive for a minimum of seven days, a safe alternate heat source, blankets, flashlights and batteries, a battery-operated weather radio, essential medicines, and other items needed for health and comfort should the power go out.

Vehicles should be equipped with emergency kits, too, particularly if you are planning to travel long distances. These kits should include weather appropriate clothing; bottled water for everyone; nonperishable, high-energy snack items; flashlights and batteries; a battery-operated radio; blankets; a compact snow shovel; extra medications; signal flares and other emergency supplies to allow you to survive until help can arrive. It is also advisable to fill your gas tank before you start on a journey, check engine fluid levels and tire pressure, and make sure cell phones are fully charged.

Emergency plans and preparations should also include family pets. During winter storms, bring outdoor pets inside, if possible, or ensure that they have a draft-free enclosure with straw type bedding that is large enough to sit and lie down, but small enough to hold their body heat if they must remain outside. Always make sure that your pets have access to food and non-frozen water.

For information on winter weather and how to prepare, go online to www.weather.gov/top/winterprepare

 

Area News, Fort Scott

Grants Awarded For Community Improvement Endeavors

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USD 234 First Grade teachers were awarded a grant to allow students a chance to visit and learn about Fort Scott businesses. They are holding a photo-opportunity check which lists the amount handed out at the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Grant Awards on Nov. 1. Stephanie Witt, president of the FSACF is far right in the photo.

The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation presented grant awards to 15 entities November 1 during the Chamber of Commerce weekly coffee, held at Landmark Bank.

Interest from money given the FSACF is distributed each year to 501 3C organizations, said Stephanie Witt, president of the foundation.

“This year, over $32,000 in grants is given out,” she told coffee attendees.

USD 234 received a grant for project-based learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math programs that challenge middle and high school students to create and design elements to help the community. Angie Kemmerer, far left, heads the project.
Fort Scott High School’s tennis program will get a new backboard for the tennis courts with a grant from FSACF. Allison Gorman accepted the check.
USD 234 was awarded a grant for career exploration mentoring for students paired with community members. Lindsay Madison, left, accepted the grant award.
Eastern Kansas Adult Education at Fort Scott Community College was awarded a grant to provide scholarships for 20 high school dropouts to obtain their GED. Aubrey Duft, left, accepted the award.
USD 234 was awarded a grant to study empathy and share their findings with the community. Michelle Brittain accepted the from Witt and Greg Motley, a FSACF member.
Another USD 234 grant provided money for new Fort Scott High School band instruments. Aaron Shockley accepted the check.
Tri-Valley Developmental Services received a grant to purchase two new wheelchairs.
Care to Share received a grant to support cancer victims. Teresa Davenport, left, accepted the award.
The Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes received a grant for interactive magnetic boards to educate children who visit the center. From left Norm Conard, Witt, Tina Rockhold and Motley.
Chad Cross accepted the Fort Scott Community College grant to make the Arnold Arena compliant with the American Disability Act regulations.
Christa Horn accepts a check for the Bourbon County CASA of the 6th Judicial Court.
Peggy Niles accepts a check for the Pioneer Harvest Fiesta, Inc. to allow repairs and upgrades at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds.
Fort Scott Convention and Visitors Bureau received a grant to provide a veteran’s celebration. Larry Gazaway and Allyson Turvey accepted the check.
Janet Tucker accepted a check for the “It’s My Very Own Bags of Love” project made available by the KS-NE Conference of Seventh Day Adventists.

 

Fort Scott, Schools

Eugene Ware Youth Choir In Veteran’s Parade

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Eugene Ware Youth Choir will perform this Saturday, serenading while strolling at the Veterans Day Parade starting at 5 p.m. down Main Street.

“This ensemble is made up of 4th and 5th-grade ladies and gentlemen that rehearse once a week after school,” Mary Jo Harper, Eugene Ware Youth Choir Director said.

“We will also be performing a Veterans Day Assembly at 9 AM at t Monday at the Eugene Ware Auditorium.”

Fort Scott

Library Fines Eliminated

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Fort Scott Public Library

Fort Scott Public Library has eliminated fines on overdue items.

This does not mean that people should keep items out forever. When items are nine days late, library accounts are restricted so that no additional items are checked out until all items are returned.

When items are 30 days late, we will bill for the full cost of the item. After an item is charged to the patron’s account, we will not adjust charges if the item is returned later.

We will not be mailing multiple overdue notices anymore.

We will mail one notice when items are 23 days overdue; a week later we will mail an invoice.

We encourage our patrons to provide email addresses in order to receive emailed overdue notices, to set their library accounts to send them texts or emails when items are due, and to log in to their library accounts to check their account status.

We made this decision after comparing our income from fines for eight months to the amount we were spending on postage, supplies, and staff time. We spent more than twice as much money as we received.

After the library board approved the new policy in October, library staff removed existing fines from all accounts.

Charges for lost, damaged, or unreturned items remain.

Submitted by Lisa Walther