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Monthly Archives: February 2020
Great Backyard Bird Count at Fort Scott NHS this Month
Fort Scott Kan. – Fort Scott National Historic Site will host a free guided bird walk Monday, February 17, from 7 to 9 am and 1 to 3 pm, for the Great Backyard Bird Count.
A National Park Service Ranger will lead two easy, one-mile, two-hour birdwatching walks starting from the Visitor Center. Rangers and participants will record all bird sightings and upload the data to the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). This walk is for birders of all skill levels and you don’t have to stay for the entire program to make a difference. Birders are encouraged to bring binoculars and layered clothing.
Since 1998, “The Backyard Bird Count has been an opportunity for citizen scientists around the world to contribute to the understanding of wild birds, their environment, and numbers,” said Betty Boyko, Superintendent, Fort Scott National Historic Site. “We encourage everyone to join us each month for additional bird walks and programs.” Watch for scheduled bird walks in the park throughout the year on Facebook or at the Fort Scott NHS Website www.nps.gov/fosc.
For more information about the Great Backyard Bird Count, contact Ranger Abby at Fort Scott National Historic Site by calling 620-223-0310.
Each checklist submitted during the GBBC helps researchers at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society learn more about how birds are doing, and how to protect them and the environment we share. Last year, more than 160,000 participants submitted their bird observations online, creating the largest instantaneous snapshot of global bird populations ever recorded. The results of these bird counts are available at https://gbbc.birdcount.org.
Senator Richard Hilderbrand Newsletter
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Leap into Science at the Wind Science Tinker Lab
The Wind Science Tinker Lab will be at Buck Run Community Center onFebruary 24, 4 – 5 p.m.
Experiment with wind science at the Buck Run Community Center with Miss Val and FSCC education student Courtney Williams, Jennifer Terell from the K-State Extension Office and 4-H, Michelle Stevenson from the Fort Scott Early Childhood Program, Star McClellan from Parents as Teachers, and a SEK-CAP representative.
Participants will take part in science activities, listen to a story about wind, reflect on what they’ve learned, and enter to win an Airzooka wind cannon! Each pre-registered parent or educator will also receive a mini science kit packed with wind science experiments and instructions and a free book (while supplies last).
To pre-register, visit this link: https://forms.gle/p8pq7vVCyp7MrfGi9 and fill out the form, or stop by the library to fill out a paper form.
Admission is FREE and refreshments will be served.
This event is made possible in part through a grant from Leap into Science, courtesy of the Franklin Institute.
To learn more about the Leap into Science program, visit http://leap.fi.edu/
Follow the event on Facebook at this link: https://www.facebook.com/events/584053252374595/
Escaped Resident Taken Into Custody
Escaped Resident from Parsons State Hospital Treatment Program in Custody
PARSONS – The Labette County Sheriff’s office has confirmed to the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) that Parsons State Hospital Sexual Predator Treatment Program (SPTP) resident Randy Snodgrass was arrested and taken into custody at 1:30 a.m. this morning in Neosho County near K-47 Highway and Ness Road.
Snodgrass, a 58-year-old male, was being transported by a hospital staff member yesterday morning when he escaped.
“This morning I want to extend a sincere thank you to local law enforcement officials for their effective efforts to keep the public advised and updated about this situation and their thoroughness in tracking down and taking Mr. Snodgrass into custody,” KDADS Secretary Laura Howard said. “I believe their immediate and focused attention was critical to his capture.”
Snodgrass is currently being held in Neosho County.
Obituary of Jerry Eugene Nafgzer
Jerry Eugene Nafgzer, 83, of Fort Scott, Kansas, formerly of Lancaster, Ohio, went to be with his Lord peacefully, Monday afternoon, February 3, 2020 at the Guest Home Estates of Fort Scott.
He was born November 23, 1936, in Obetz, Ohio, the son of Burl Monroe and Hazel (Dewey) Nafzger. He married Judy Arlene Kilbarger on March 6, 1959 in Sugar Grove, Ohio, she survives of the home.
Jerry was a man who loved the Lord and was loved by all who knew him. He and his wife, Judy, moved here from Lancaster, Ohio, five and a half years ago to be near their son and his family.
In addition to his wife, Judy, he is survived by a son and wife, Jerry and Debbie Nafzger, of Fort Scott, daughter and husband, Victoria and Mark Alten of Lancaster, Ohio, a grandson and wife, Matthew and Stefanie Alten, and 3 granddaughters, Sarah Beth Alten, MacKenzie and husband, Ricky Salgado and Shelby and husband, Kenny Shaw and eight great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Tom Nafzger.
Pastor Adam Reynolds will officiate graveside services for Jerry Nafzger at 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 7, 2020 at the Maple Grove Cemetery under the direction of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, 15 W. Wall Street.
Condolences may be emailed to the online guestbook at konantz-cheney.com.
Obituary of Nina P. Garrett
Nina Pearl Garrett, age 91, resident of Iola, KS, died Monday, February 3, 2020, at Medicalodge of Fort Scott. She was born October 15, 1928, in Iola, the daughter of Benjamin Harry and Pearl Oka Stotler.
She married Marion Gene Garrett on March 21, 1947, in Yates Center, KS. He preceded her in death in 1993. Nina farmed her entire life. She also worked as bookkeeper for Iola high school. She was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church.
Survivors include a daughter, Joyce Nickelson and husband Doug; granddaughter Katy Donovan and husband Dale and their children Garrett Donovan, Alaynah Crawford and husband Josh, and Ayemiah Donovan; grandson Ryan Bo Garrett and wife Andi; grandson Ty Garrett and wife Ashley and their children Decembyr and Alexander Garrett; grandson Patrick Nickelson and wife Krystal and their children Paige and Keira Nickelson; granddaughter Nicole Davis and husband Jason and their children, Kerragan and Nickelson (Nick) Davis; and grandson Aaron Nickelson and wife Shari and their children Aubry, Izzy, Lily, and Havyn Nickelson; and daughter-in-law Linda Garrett.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a son, Wayne Leon Garrett; three brothers, Lawrence, Boyd and Dewey Stotler; and a sister, Leona Wilson.
Pastor Lloyd Houk will conduct services at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 8th, at the Salem United Methodist Church, 805 Missouri Road, Iola, KS.
Private family burial will follow in the Iola Township Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 10:30 AM until service time at the church.
Memorials are suggested to Safe Base – Wayne Garrett Children’s Garden and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, P.O. Box 347, 201 S. Main, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Obituary of William R. Bowen
William R. Bowen, age 93, a former resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas and more recently of Spring Hill, Kansas, passed away Saturday, February 1, 2020, at the Olathe Hospice House in Olathe, Kansas.
He was born July 20, 1926, in Carthage, Missouri, the son of Earnest R. Bowen and Corda V. Harrill Bowen.
Bill served with the United States Navy during World War II. Following his military service, he married Marjorie F. Sparks August 3, 1946, at Columbus, Kansas.
Bill and Marjorie later made their home in Ft. Scott where Bill worked as a conductor for the Frisco Railroad for many years.
Bill was a devoted husband to his wife, Marjorie and a faithful father to his three children. Bill enjoyed spending quality time with his family and had the famous “never met a stranger” mentality.
Bill was an accomplished musician who played a variety of instruments including guitar, saxophone, accordion, steel guitar, piano and harmonica. He had his own country-western band for several years.
Bill also enjoyed woodworking and painting landscapes and wildlife. He often shared his creations with his family and friends.
He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene as well as the Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite Consistory and the Mirza Shrine.
Survivors include his three children, Linda McClanahan, of Paola, Kansas, Billy Bowen and wife, Barbara, of Willard, Missouri and Jim Bowen and wife, Pam, of Alma, Nebraska; eight grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
His wife, Marjorie, preceded him in death on August 2, 2019. He was also preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and his son-in-law, Tom McClanahan.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 8th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Hospital and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Death Notice of Desmond A. Jackson
Desmond Andre Jackson, age 61, resident of Ft. Scott, KS, died Friday, January 31, 2020, at his home. There was cremation. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main.
Obituary of Mary Plain
Mary Ann Plain, age 79, a former resident of Altamont, Kansas, passed away Monday, February 3, 2020, at the Elm Haven Nursing Home in Parsons, Kansas.
She was born June 3, 1940, in Ft. Scott, Kansas, the daughter of Edward E. Davis and Louise M. Leaper Davis.
Mary Ann graduated from the Ft. Scott High School with the Class of 1958. She married Leo G. Plain on September 1, 1959. Following their marriage, Leo and Mary Ann lived in Devon, Kansas.
In earlier years, Mary Ann worked for the Western Insurance Company. She later worked in medical records at Ft. Scott Family Physicians.
She moved to Altamont to be near her daughter in the early 2000’s. While in Altamont, Mary Ann helped at Connie B’s, the family’s restaurant. She also worked for a time at Casey’s General Store.
In earlier years, she was a member of the Devon United Methodist Church. She dearly loved her grandchildren.
Survivors include her daughter, Ginger Schultz and husband, Eric, of Altamont, Kansas, four grandchildren, Chase and Bryce Koester, Skylar Porter and Krista Dutton and three great-grandchildren, Aiden and Claire Porter and Andi Cook. Also surviving are two brothers, Ronald Davis, of Butler, Missouri and Roy Davis of Ft. Scott, Kansas.
Her husband, Leo, preceded her in death in 1987. She was also preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, George Furry and Eldon Davis and a sister, Betty Kruger.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, February 6th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the Centerville Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the PALS Animal Shelter of Parsons, Kansas and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at chenewitt.com.
Jessica Allison: Domestic Mediation Counseling
Jessica Allison, a professional counselor, has started a new service in the community, at Compass Counseling Services, Inc.
This service is domestic mediation.
“This is an alternative to court action for people seeking resolution in parenting/custody disputes,” Allison said.
“I am a Certified Domestic Mediator in the State of Kansas,” she said. “This certification is through the Kansas Supreme Court.”
She also provides individual counseling, couple’s counseling, anger assessments, and substance abuse assessments.
“I have lived in Bourbon County for over 40 years,” Allison said.
Allison earned a master’s degree in community counseling from Pittsburg State University in 2008.
“I have been licensed since 2011 and have been operating a part-time private practice since 2013,” she said.
She is a Kansas Licensed Clinician Professional Counselor, and Kansas Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor.
The address of her counseling practice is 120 South National Avenue Suite 203B (2nd Floor of the Post Office Building).
Allison can be contacted at 620-223-1555 or email:
[email protected] or website:
In the community, Allison is a member of Post #25 American Legion of Fort Scott, and is also the director of the Post #25 American Legion Riders.
