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Monthly Archives: July 2019
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports July 26-28
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Whose Job Is It Anyway? by Pastor James Collins
Whose Job Is It Anyway?
“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.”
Mark 16:15
My wife, Amanda, didn’t have a proper upbringing. She just wasn’t raised right.
In her family, her dad had the ridiculous idea that it was his job to take out the trash.
And, so he did.
In my family, it was correctly understood that mom was the one responsible for seeing that the trash cans were emptied. Occasionally, I would take the trash out. But everyone knew I was helping my mom when I did. I mean, can you imagine a man taking out the trash?
When Amanda and I were married, it is amazing how we completed each other. We just fit together – like two pieces of a puzzle. Except, for the task of taking out the trash. By the end of our first year of marriage, we were forced to close off the kitchen because she hadn’t taken out the trash. Six months later, we had to close off another room, and she still had not taken out the trash.
When we abandoned the third room in our house toward the end of our second anniversary, I made a mental note to ask her, “Amanda, when are you planning to take out the trash?” However, I was so busy working, I never got around to asking her. Besides, we had a four-room house.
God and the U.S. Army intervened when I was transferred, and we had to move. I had no choice but to haul out all the trash because we had to sell the house.
All these years later, Amanda still refuses to accept the fact that when I take out the trash, I am helping her do her job.
I am reminded of the story about the little boy who was afraid of the dark. One night, his mom asked him to take out the garbage. He turned to his mom and said, “Mommy, I don’t want to go out there it’s dark. His mother smiled and said, “You don’t have to be afraid of the dark. God is out there. He will look after you and protect you.” The little boy looked at her and asked, “Are you sure God is out there?” “Yes, I am sure. God is everywhere,” she said. The little boy thought about that for a minute. Then he walked to the back door and cracked it a little. Looking out into the darkness, he yelled, “God? If you’re out there, could you please take out the trash?”
It is amazing how trash-taker-outers are like people in the church. Last week, a lady told me that it was my job as a pastor to witness to the lost. She was shocked when I informed her that it was her job too. She huffed back at me, “I wouldn’t know what to say.”
People often give that excuse for not sharing their faith. But the Gospel is so simple. Christ died for our sins. He was buried. He rose again. We need to turn away from the things that are wrong in our lives. Then we must accept what Jesus did on the cross for us and receive Him as Lord. It’s not that complicated.
The point is: Most people don’t share their faith because they believe it is somebody else’s job. People think witnessing is the job of theologians and clergy.
Whose job is it anyway?
Could it be that the “ye” of “Go ye” in Mark 16:15 is the same person as the “who” of “whosoever” in John 3:16?
James Collins is the Pastor at Fort Scott’s First Southern Baptist Church. For more information about First Southern, call (620) 223-2986, go to the website www.fortscottfsbc.com, like us on Facebook, or view past sermons on YouTube.
Warrant Served for Marijuana Growing in Bourbon County
From the Fort Scott Police Department:
On July 20, 2019 at 6:45 p.m. Fort Scott Police Officers with the assistance of Bourbon County Sheriff’s Officers arrived at 2217 Poplar Road to serve a narcotics-related search warrant.
The warrant stemmed from a traffic stop earlier in the day by the FSPD.
While on the scene, officers discovered suspected marijuana growing both indoors and outdoors, along with stashes of processed marijuana plants.
Officers seized approximately 135 pounds of processed marijuana and pulled 434 suspected marijuana plants.
This is an ongoing investigation and all suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
What’s Happening in Fort Scott By the Chamber of Commerce
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Fort Scott Community College Program ranks #2 in Kansas!! (See press release flyer below for more information)
To see the full list of rankings of nursing programs, click this link: https://www.nursingexplorer.com/states/kansas
If you would like more information about the FSCC nursing program, click this link: www.fortscott.edu/nursing
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Hedgehog.INK will be open on Sundays and Mondays from 1:00-5:00pm starting Sunday, July 7th. During the month of July, children’s gently used books are
buy 2 get 1 free. During the month of August, adult fiction gently used books will be buy 2 get 1 free
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Benefit Bass Fishing Tournaments & Raffles for Class of ’91 Grad Chad Elmer – Entry fees will go toward’s Chad’s upcoming expenses and prize money. Raffles include fishing and outdoor gear, ammo, an AR15 gun, and more! (See flyer below for complete details)
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Due to the popularity of the Trailblazers program, The Fort Scott National Historic Site will be repeating the program for a second week from August 12-16. The workshop will be the same as the one held the previous week, except that 12 additional children will be able to participate
This program is open to youth ages 9-12. It will begin at 8:30 am and end at noon each day and there is no charge for the day camp. Registration is underway. To sign-up, contact Fort Scott National Historic Site at (620) 223-0310 or e-mail your name and phone number to: [email protected]
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Horticulture Services in Fort Scott – Krista Harding, Horticulture Agent for the Southwind Extension District, has office hours at the Extension office inside the Bourbon County Courthouse every Thursday
In an effort to better serve residents of Fort Scott and the surrounding communities, Krista is there weekly to answer questions and offer advice on lawn and gardens, trees and shrubs, flowers and insect. Bring your spotted leaves, strange looking insects or wilted flowers and let her help you! This a free service and is available to all community members. Questions? Call 620-223-3720
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Save the Date: 2019 Friends of Tri-Valley Foundation Fall Golf Classic 4-Person Scramble – Saturday, September 14th at Woodland Hills Golf Course,
2414 S. Horton in Fort Scott (See flyer below)
$200 per team includes green fees, cart & lunch. Deadline to enter is September 6th.
This fundraiser will help the Friends of Tri-Valley Foundation to support programs for our neighbors with intellectual/developmental disabilities in Allen, Bourbon, Neosho, and Woodson counties.
For more information, contact Tricia at 620-431-7401, ext. 230 or [email protected]
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Weekly Livestock Sale at Fort Scott Livestock Market. Starting at 10am on both Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays: Cows, Pairs, Big Bulls
Saturdays: Stocker & Feeder Cattle, followed by any cows & bulls that come in late Friday & Saturday. Cafe open both sale days. You don’t have to be a buyer, just to come watch the sale and visit the cafe!
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Medicalodges of Fort Scott is holding a Pulled Pork Fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on Friday, July 26th from 10am-2pm (See flyer below)
Menu: Pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, chips, cookie… $5
– Drive up to the south end of building (915 S. Horton) for your order to be brought to you
– Any order with 10 or more dinners can be delivered if requested
– You may call your order in ahead of time:
620-223-0210
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| 26 | 2019 Chamber Golf Classic 4-Person Scramble – Woodland Hills Golf Course, 2414 S. Horton, 11am registration, chipping contest & lunch, 12pm tee-off (See flyer below)
Join us for the Chamber Golf Classic – always a great time and fun tournament! Prizes, raffles, and hole challenges! To register a team and/or sponsorship, click HERE |
| 26 | Friday Night Concert in the Park – Heritage Park Pavillion, 1st & Main St., 7-8pm
This Friday’s concert at the Gazebo downtown will feature “Forever Family”. Jim Dillow, brother, Ernie Dillow and sister, Shirley Showalter started singing together about 6 years ago. They felt God leading them to share the gospel message of hope and love through music and testimony. Forever Family enjoyed singing at the Gazebo for the last 3-4 years. In December of 2017 Jim was suddenly taken to his heavenly home. They discontinued their ministry at that time as the loss of their Godly and inspiring brother was so heartbreaking and overwhelming. Recently God has opened doors for Ernie and Shirley to sing together again. Friday evening will be their first full concert since Jim’s passing. They, along with Jim’s wife, Susan, are dedicating this performance to the memory and legacy of their brother and husband. They look forward to sharing; knowing God always has a plan for our lives. Ernie and Shirley will continue to praise God and seek His guidance for future ministry The concerts are organized by Ralph Carlson. If you or someone you know is interested in performing, contact Ralph at [email protected]
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| 26 | Flagship Romance performing at Liberty Theatre Patio – 113 S. Main St. 8-10pm
Shawn & Jordyn are returning to Fort Scott to perform music from their new album “Concentric”, along with some favorites from previous albums. Tickets are $10, seating is limited To purchase tickets, contact: Watch a Flagship Romance video HERE |
| 27 | Benefit Bass Fishing Tournament for Class of ’91 Grad Chad Elmer (See flyer below)
CLICK HERE VISIT THE FACEBOOK PAGE HERE FOR FULL DETAILS: Everyone who knows Chad Elmer and and for those of you who do not – He was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and they found a couple spots on the liver. He is under going some pretty aggressive chemo therapy treatment Check-in 5:15 am @ 223 N National Ave. Ft.Scott Entry will be $25/person. 50% of the entry fees will go to Chad to help with his up coming expenses and the other 50% will go to prize money 2 or 3 person teams, however you choose. Pay out for 1st and 2nd place for biggest stringer and pay out for the biggest Bass. Fish must be 15″ minimum to weigh in and MUST BE ALIVE! Contact Justin Daly: 620-215-3849 with any questions |
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Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Saturday Mornings, 8:00am – 12:00pm
Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds
We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products
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Fort Scott National Historic Site’s Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) is looking for clues during the Fort’s “Texting and Twitter – 1840’s Style” on Saturday, July 27, from 10 am until 3 pm. Open to all ages
“Texting and Twitter – 1840s style” will give you clues into historic methods of communication including quill pen and ink well letter writing, deciphering messages in Morse code, and composing a ‘tweet’ for a historic news story
All programs are free and open to the public. To participate, stop by the visitor center The site exhibit areas and visitor center are open daily from 8 am -5 pm daily. The park grounds are open daily from ½ hour before sunrise until ½ hour after sunset
Visit our website at www.nps.gov/fosc |
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Rollin’ For Sami – Cancer Benefit Ride (See flyer below)
Sami Milburn is a 2015 graduate of FSHS who was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma in June 2018. When diagnosed, Sami was a junior in college. She has had to put her education, and her career as a hairdresser, on hold while being treated at KU Medical Center. All proceeds from this ride will be going to help Sami fight her cancer
When: July 27th, 2019
Registration: 9-10:30am
Where: Fort Scott, KS
Start: 5 Corners Gas Station
Stops include: His & Hers in Walnut, The American Legion in Cherokee, and The Pink Pickle in Girard
Etc: $25 to ride (two or four wheels), shirts for the first 50 riders, silent auction, and Copperhead Nation to play at conclusion of ride!
Visit the “Rollin’ For Sami” Facebook page by clicking this link: https://www.facebook.com/Rollin-For-Sami-345127172851873/
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Cinema Saturdays at the Gordon Parks Museum – FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton, 12-2pm
The Gordon Parks Museum will show the films of Gordon Parks on Saturdays this summer starting on June 8 at 12:00 p.m. in the museum on the FSCC campus. This free event will feature Mr. Parks’ films and one of Kevin Willmott’s films
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| 27 | The Wayward Bettys benefit concert for Fort Scott Paws & Claws Animal Shelter at Boiler Room Brewhaus – 2 S. National, 7pm (See flyer below)
This is a benefit concert raising funds for Fort Scott Paws & Claws Animal Shelter Tickets are $10 in advance & may be purchased at the following: |
| 28 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. |
| 30-31 | Summer Reading Program: Superheroes & Sci-Fi – FS Public Library, 201 S. National, 10am-12pm With guest author Cathy Werling |
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T.O.P.S Meetings held weekly on Tuesdays at Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 10:30am
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| 30 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm |
| 30 | Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Tuesday evenings, 8:00am – 12:00pm Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds. We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products |
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Economic Development Priority Planning Session – Bourbon County Commission Room, 210 S. National Ave., 1st Floor, County Courthouse, 5:30-7pm
Economic Development Director will be presenting findings of community assessments and ask for feedback into setting priorities.
We will ask:
Where do you want to see our community 5-10 years from now?
What, from your perspective, will move our county forward?
What are our strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities?
What are the urgent (if any) needs right now?
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Dine & Donate event at Papa Don’s to benefit Walk to End Alzheimer’s (See flyer below)
On July 31st Papa Don’s will donate 10% of your dining bill (dine-in OR carry-out) to Walk To End Alzheimer’s in Southeast Kansas
Visit the 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s website HERE
Visit Papa Don’s website HERE
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| 31 | Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm |
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Adult Coloring Program – Fort Scott Public Library,
201 S. National Ave., 2-4pm
Join us in the library events room for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. Library provides coloring pages, pens and pencils, and snacks. Bring your own beverage of choice (no alcohol, please)
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| 31 | Teen & Tween Summer Reading Wrap-Up: Harry Potter Birthday Party – FS Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 5-6pm |
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Shoe Voucher Bingo Fundraiser at Community Christian Church – 1919 S. Horton, 6:30-9:30pm (See flyer below)
Back to School Shoe Vouchers!!
Join us for a night of fun to help area students in need receive a $15 voucher for back to school shoes. In recent years we have provided for students K-5th but want to expand that grade range to include MS & HS students as well
$10 donation for a 10 game pack with 3 cards on each game. Light concession will also be available
Visit CCC’s website: http://www.cccfortscott.com/
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Iraq in the Bible – First Southern Baptist Church,
1818 S. Main, 6:30pm
A special presentation of “Iraq in the Bible” will be held at Fort Scott’s First Southern Baptist Church on Wednesday, July 31st beginning at 6:30 pm. The church is located at 1818 South Main in Fort Scott. This interactive video presentation will look at the history, archaeology, and prophecies of Iraq. Israel is the most mentioned nation in the Bible. Iraq is the second most mentioned nation in the Bible. However, it is not called Iraq. Instead, Iraq is known as Nineveh, Babylon, Shinar, Assyria, Ur of the Chaldees, and Mesopotamia. Chaplain James Collins, a retired U.S. Army Chaplain, visited all of the historic locations. Chaplain Collins will be your guide through the land of Iraq. You are invited to attend this special free presentation. Bible Study small groups are welcome. For more information, call Fort Scott’s First Southern Baptist Church at
(620) 223-2986
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Criminal Justice Reform Members Appointed
Governor appoints two members
to Kansas Criminal Justice Reform Commission
Governor Laura Kelly appointed Sylvia Penner and Adrion Roberson to the Kansas Criminal Justice Reform Commission.
“Sylvia and Adrion have a proven track record of working hard in their communities,” Kelly said. “We have a lot of work to do. I know they are ready for the challenge and will become integral voices in the discussion and work of this commission.”
Penner, Wichita, currently serves as an attorney at the firm Fleeson, Gooing, Coulson and Kitch, LLC. Previously, she was an instructor for both Tabor College in Wichita, and Washburn University School of Law in Topeka. Penner received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Tabor College, and a juris doctor from the University of Kansas School of Law. Penner has held numerous leadership and membership positions including: American Bar Association, Kansas Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Wichita Crime Commission, Wichita Women Attorneys Association, Kansas Admissions Review Board and Kansas Appleseed board of directors.
Penner will fill the position of the criminal defense attorney appointment.
Roberson, Kansas City, currently serves as co-pastor of the Berean Fellowship Church and as CEO/co-founder of KC United! Youth Sports and Education Initiative. Previously, Roberson served as a faculty member for the Kansas Leadership Center and created multiple development initiative programs to help Kansans mobilize and gain critical life skills. He served as chairman for Connect the DOTTES for a better KCK. Roberson received his bachelor’s degree in urban pastoral theology from Calvary Bible College.
Roberson will fill the position of the faith-based community appointment.
The Kansas Criminal Justice Reform Commission was created as part of HB 2290, which passed during the 2019 legislative session. The governor appoints one criminal defense attorney or public defender, one member of the faith-based community and one facilitator to provide administrative assistance to develop a project plan and assist the Commission in its duties.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Aug. 8 for Meeks Law and State Farm Insurance
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the new location of State Farm Insurance and Meeks Law Firm at 1805 S. National Avenue. The event will take place Thursday, August 8th, with remarks and ribbon cutting immediately following the Chamber of Commerce Coffee which begins at 8 a.m.
JK Hold’M Properties invite you to stop by and check out the transformation of their building to an updated and modernized office building in the heart of 69 Highway in Fort Scott.
Justin Meeks and Kale Nelson purchased the building that has served Fort Scott since 1925. Formerly being the home to Lockwood’s Steakhouse, various liquor store owners, Silver Spur Bar, a pet shop and other business entities, the building was renovated and now is the home to Justin Meeks Attorney at Law and Kale Nelson State Farm Insurance.
Please join Meeks Law Firm and Kale Nelson State Farm Insurance on Thursday, August 8th, 2019 for the ribbon cutting ceremony at 1805 St. in Fort Scott. Refreshments will be served.
Contact the Chamber for more information at 620-223-3566 or visit fortscott.com.
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Wayward Bettys July 27
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Advance Voting Has Begun In Bourbon County
“In-person advance voting began on July 22nd, it will end at noon on August 5,” Kendell Mason, Bourbon County Clerk said today. “As of right now we have had 107 voters.”
“The Courthouse is the only location to cast an in-person advance ballot,” she said. Courthouse hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Primary Election on August 6 will narrow the candidates down to two times the number of positions open.
Bourbon County will have a Primary Election for the following offices
CITY OF BRONSON-CITY COUNCIL (3 COUNCIL POSITIONS)
JAMES E. OLSON
DANIELLE MINOR
MICHAEL STEWART
CITY OF FORT SCOTT-CITY COMMISSION (3 COMMISSION POSITIONS)
CHERYL L. ADAMSON
HAROLD (PETE) ALLEN
KEVIN “SKITCH” ALLEN
CYNTHIA BARTELSMEYER
CASEY BOLDEN
TRACY DANCER
BOBBY DUNCAN
BOB FARMER
JOSH JONES
DEB MCCOY
DIANA MORRISS
JEANIE PARKER
LINDSEY WATTS
MATTHEW WELLS
CITY OF FULTON (1 MAYOR & 5 COUNCIL POSITIONS)
NO CANDIDATES FILED
CITY OF MAPLETON (3 COUNCIL POSITIONS)
NO CANDIDATES FILED
CITY OF REDFIELD-CITY COUNCIL (3 COUNCIL POSITIONS)
WILMA K. GRAHAM
JIMMIE JACKSON
L.D. MORRISON
ANGELA HIXON
CITY OF UNIONTOWN-CITY COUNCIL (3 COUNCIL POSITIONS)
DANEA D. ESSLINGER
DAVE WEHRY
USD 234
JAMES WOOD-POSITION 1
DANNY BROWN- POSITION 2
MICHELLE HUDIBURG- POSITION 2
KELLYE BARROWS- POSITION 3
JOE FOULK SR.- POSITION 3
MICHAEL J. HOYT- POSITION 3
JOSH JONES-POSITION 3
AARON JUDY-POSITION 3
SHAWN GOANS-POSITION AT LARGE
LYNETTE JACKSON-POSITION AT LARGE
BILL MICHAUD- POSITION AT LARGE
USD 235
TROY GOODRIDGE-POSITION 1
JASON SUTTERBY-POSITION 2
JOSHUA HARTMAN-POSITION 3
KOLBY STOCK- POSITION 3
SALLY JOHNSON- POSITION AT LARGE
FSCC BOARD OF TRUSTEES (3 POSITIONS)
DAVID ELLIOTT
KIRK HART
MICHAEL J. HOYT
CURTIS LEAR
ROBERT NELSON
SOUTHWIND EXTENSION DISTRICT (2 POSITIONS)
DIANE BRILLHART
PETE WILEY
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports July 25
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Art is Ageless Winners
Fort Scott Presbyterian Village artists among
Art is Ageless® masterpiece level winners
FORT SCOTT, Kan. — Three winning artists in Fort Scott Presbyterian Village’s annual Art is Ageless® juried competition will be featured in the 2020 Art is Ageless calendar produced by PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America).
“Carpenters Bluff Bridge,” a photograph by Paul Milks; “Church on the Mountain Side,” a painting by Glenda Stevicks; and “Nature,” a sculpture/3-D entry by Tony Fornelli, will appear in the calendar when it is released this fall. “Bright Journey,” a fiber arts entry by Carolyn Munsell, will be featured on the new pull-out postcards included in the 2020 calendar.
In addition, “His Name is Jesus,” a needlework by Charlotte Kite, will be featured on the Art is Ageless greeting cards.
Works by local winners are automatically entered into a masterpiece level competition with winning art from 16 other PMMA communities. More than 190 entries were received for this year’s masterpiece competition. The winners are featured in the Art is Ageless calendar with pull-out postcards and greeting cards.
Art is Ageless, open exclusively to people age 65 and older, is a copyrighted program of PMMA. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years.
PMMA’s Art is Ageless program encourages Fort Scott Presbyterian Village residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year.
Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of PMMA’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health. Residents and friends of PMMA’s Art is Ageless program are proving that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.
For more information about Fort Scott Presbyterian Village, contact Becky Kellum, marketing director, at 620-223-5550 or [email protected]. For more on Art is Ageless, visit ArtIsAgeless.org.
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Hungry For Pulled Pork?
Starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 2 p.m. today July 26, Medicalodges Fort Scott, 915 S. Horton, is having a pulled pork fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association.
Pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, chips and a cookie for $5.
You may call the order in ahead of time at 620-223-0210.
Drive up to the south end of the building for your order to be bought to you.
Any order with 10 or more dinners can be delivered, if requested.