Local Bookstore Has End of Year Sale

Hedgehog INK!
End of the Year Sale!
50% off on ALL gently used books!
December 26 ~ 31
Hedgehog INK! Bookstore
16 S. Main.
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Hedgehog INK!
End of the Year Sale!
50% off on ALL gently used books!
December 26 ~ 31
Hedgehog INK! Bookstore
16 S. Main.
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701

Service Notice for Lonny Reasoner

Lonny Ray Reasoner, age 69, resident of Wichita, KS, died Sunday, December 25, 2022, at Loving Hearts Home Plus in Wichita.  Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Friday, December 30th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.  Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 10:30 until 11:30 prior to the service.  Memorials are suggested to the Lonny Reasoner Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS.

 

 

K-State 2023 Weed School

Chad Guthrie
District Extension Agent, Crop production and Forage Management
Southwind District
210 S. National
Fort Scott, Kansas 66701
Office: 620-223-3720
Cell: 308-991-8415
[email protected]

Kansas State Research and Extension will be hosting the 2023 Eastern Kansas Weed Schools in three locations across eastern Kansas:

January 23rd, Ottowa, Neosho County Community College, 7-9 pm

January 24th, Bronson, Bronson Public Library, 7-9 am

January 24th, Parsons, SE Research and Extension Center, 11:30 am- 1:30 pm

 

Please join us and come with any of your herbicide related questions in either crops or pastures!

Dr. Sarah Lancaster will discuss row crop weed management with her presentation, “Timely Tips for Corn and Soybean Weed Management.” Dr. Bruno Pedreira will discuss his work on broomsedge and pasture weed control with his presentation, “Successful Control of Broomsedge and Pasture Weeds.”

 

To register please contact your local extension office. Ottowa – Frontier District, 785-229-3520, [email protected]; Bronson – Southwind District, 620-365-2242, [email protected]; Parsons – Wildcat District, 620-784-5337, [email protected].

 

This program is free thanks to our sponsor, Frontier Farm Credit.

 

 

 

 

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K – State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer

Obituary of Rachael Morasch

Rachael Kelly Morasch, age 54, a resident of rural Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, December 22, 2022, at her home.

She was born December 17, 1968, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Gary Morasch and Nina C. Bertino Morasch.  Rachel grew up in Kansas City area.  Growing up, Rachael had great memories of traveling with her aunt and uncle around the country especially taking trips to New York City to visit her grandparents.

Rachel had worked in the medical claims business for over twenty years.  She was currently employed as a supervisor for Cobalt Med Plans.

Rachael lived a life dedicated to helping others.  She was devoted and loving single mother to her three children.  Rachael tried her best to make special memories with her family.  Her children have many recollections of Halloween antics, camping and canoeing trips, and especially of the many silly pranks she pulled on them over the years.

Rachael had a love for animals and was always willing to help an animal in need.  She was also an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and will remembered for her many pre-game rituals.

Later, Rachel provided care for her ailing mother, Nina, who passed away in May of this year.

 

Survivors include her three children, Devon Morasch (Christina) of Nevada, Missouri, Morgan Gordon (Ethan) of Gardner, Kansas and Chelsea Goff (David) of Ft. Scott, Kansas and five grandchildren, Quinton, Delilah, Waylon, Dawson and Shepard.  Also surviving are an uncle and aunt, Philip and Jeanette Bertino of Melbourne, Australia and a sister, Vivian Westphal (Mark) of Overland Park, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, December 31st at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Friday at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the Paws and Claws Animal Shelter 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.

Obituary of Fred E. Stinebaugh

Fred Eugene Stinebaugh, Sr., age 87, a resident of Arcadia, Kansas, passed away early Friday, December 23, 2022, at the Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg, Kansas.  He was born April 2, 1935, in Lafayette, Indiana, the son of Arthur and Myrtle Stinebaugh.

He first married Martha Porter on January 23, 1955.  Together they had five children.  The family lived in Indiana for several years prior to moving to Ft. Scott where Fred was employed as a truck driver.  He worked several years for Mid-Western Distribution and CFI Trucking.  He later did contract driving for the US Postal Service.

While living in Indiana, Fred volunteered his time with the Boy Scouts of America.  He enjoyed bowling and camping as well as watching Westerns and listening to country western gospel music.

Following Martha’s death in 2002, Fred married Maxine Winklepleck.  They enjoyed thirteen years of marriage until her death in 2017.

On April 10, 2021, he was united in marriage to Maudie Sherman.

He faithfully attended the Freedom Spirit Church and was active with the ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out) Motorcycle Riders.  He also attended the Mulberry All Faith Church where he and his wife, Maudie, often shared their musical talents.

Survivors include his wife, Maudie, of the home; and his four children, Virginia Coulter of Mulberry, Kansas; Karen Loden (Bennie) of Ft. Scott, Kansas; Sherman Stinebaugh (Karen) also of Ft. Scott and Loren Stinebaugh of Junction City, Kansas.  Also surviving are a brother, James Drake, of Lafayette, Indiana and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

 

There was cremation.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas.

Being SMART About New Year’s Resolutions

 

By Clara Wicoff

Southwind Extension District

 

It’s hard to believe that 2023 is almost here! With the start of a new year, you may be thinking about setting New Year’s resolutions. But you may also be remembering previous New Year’s resolutions that were set with the best of intentions and abandoned by February. So, how can you set yourself up for success this time around? Set SMART goals, which are goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-framed.

 

To make your goals SMART, ensure they answer the following questions:

 

Specific: What exactly do you want to achieve? (Try to answer: Who? What? When? Why? How?)

 

Measurable: How will you know you have reached your goal?

 

Achievable: Is there a realistic chance you can achieve this goal?

 

Relevant: How does this goal match what really matters to you?

 

Time-framed: When will you aim to achieve this goal?

 

As an example, let’s say you want to exercise more. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity each week. (Moderate-intensity activity includes activity where you are breathing hard but can still easily have a conversation.) A SMART goal which aligns with this recommendation could be: “I will exercise for at least thirty minutes on five days each week in 2023.” However, it is important to consider whether this goal is achievable for you personally. If you are tight on time and need to start small, make sure your goal reflects that. Even when starting with just five minutes of exercise, it all adds up!

 

For each SMART goal you set, it may also be helpful to write out specific action steps that you will take to achieve that goal. For the sample goal provided here, that may include deciding how and where you will exercise. It may also include an action step of signing up for Walk Kansas, which is a team-based program that can help you and others lead a healthier life through physical activity. This eight-week program takes place from March to May each year. For more information, please contact me at [email protected] or 620-365-2242.

KS Dept. of Transportation Requests Comments on Improvement Program

KDOT requesting comments on STIP amendment

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on an amendment to the FFY 2023-2026 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) document.

The STIP is a project specific publication that lists all KDOT administered projects, regardless of funding source, and includes projects for counties and cities as well as projects on the State Highway System. The list of projects being amended to the STIP can be viewed at http://www.ksdot.org/bureaus/burProgProjMgmt/stip/stip.asp.

The approval of the STIP amendment requires a public comment period, which concludes Jan 4. To make comments on the amendment, contact KDOT’s Division of Program and Project Management at (785) 296-3254.

This information is available in alternative accessible formats. To obtain an alternative format, contact the KDOT Division of Communications, (785) 296-3585 (Voice/Hearing Impaired-711).

Boy Story by Carolyn Tucker

Keys to the Kingdom By Carolyn Tucker

 

When I was pregnant with our first child, my brother and his wife came for a nice visit. As they prepared to leave, Randy looked me straight in the eyes and said, “A baby will change your life.” I vaguely agreed with him, not truly understanding what he meant but certainly not disagreeing with him since he was the father of three. Like Mary, I pondered his statement in my heart and soon realized exactly what he meant. The birth of a baby rocks everything in your world.

 

When Jesus hit the stable on planet earth, His boy story rocked the world and turned it upside-down. The arrival of this Holy Boy of Joy was prophesied in the Old Testament. “All right then, the Lord Himself will give you the sign. Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son and will call Him Immanuel (which means God is with us)” (Isaiah 7:14 NLT). Jesus forever bridged the chasm between God and man.

 

As Joseph secretly considered breaking his engagement to Mary, an angel appeared to him in a dream and said, “Do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife. For the child within her was conceived by the Holy Spirit. And she will have a son, and you are to name Him Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins (Matthew 1:20-21 NLT). Because the people couldn’t save themselves, God provided the perfect Redeemer through His only Son Jesus. And the King of kings still rocks everyone’s world who personally receives Him as Savior.

 

As the shepherds guarded their sheep at night, an angel appeared and the Lord’s glory surrounded them. Think of it — the actual glory of God is what suddenly illuminated the countryside. “The angel reassured them, ‘Don’t be afraid!’ he said. ‘I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people‘” (Luke 2:10 NLT). Reverential fear was an appropriate reaction to witnessing the glory of God, but shouts of joy would have also  been appropriate because this was the best news man had ever heard!

 

The angel further announced, “For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger” (Luke 2:11-12 NKJV). Born in most-humble circumstances, the Good Shepherd was found by lowly shepherds. What a strange beginning for the Holy Infant who was sent to save the world. But, we find that the Mighty God colored outside the lines. The Bread of Life taught truths and performed miracles that were outside the religious box. The Prince of Peace came to rock the world, set up the kingdom of God, and make a way for those in darkness to have great joy.

 

Jesus taught His disciples, “I have told you these things so that you will be filled with My joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! (John 15:11 NLT). Joy is an important trademark for believers. The following scripture is one of many ways Christians celebrate the birth of the Christ child at Christmas: “And Nehemiah continued, ‘Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!’” (Nehemiah 8:10 NLT).

 

The Key: ’Tis the season to be full of the glory and unspeakable joy of the Lord.  

Find A Book For The Long Winter Nights

The SEKnFind Newsletter
December 2022

We hope you enjoy this newsletter sent as a courtesy to adult patrons of a southeast Kansas library using the SEKnFind catalog.
This selection of titles are NEW at a SEKnFind library and available for a hold.
Need assistance? Your local librarian can show you how!
Happy Reading!

New Fiction

All the blood we share : a novel of the bloody benders of Kansas
by Camilla Bruce

The family of a gifted medium who can receive messages from Beyond are welcomed by the town of Cherrvale, but no one knows about their other business, in a novel based on the true story of old West serial killers.

Never name the dead : a novel
by Donna M. Rowell

“Old grudges, tribal traditions, and outside influences collide for a Kiowa woman as forces threaten her family, her tribe, and the land of her ancestors…A cryptic voice message from her grandfather, James Sawpole, telling her to come home sounds so wrong that she catches the next plane to Oklahoma…When Mud and her cousin Denny discover her grandfather missing…and stumble across a body in his work room–Mud has no choice but to search for answers. Mud sets out into the Wildlife Refuge, determined to clear her grandfather’s name and identify the killer”

Sometimes people die : a novel
by Simon Stephenson

“Returning to practice after a suspension for stealing opioids, a young doctor takes the only job he can find: a post as a physician at the struggling St. Luke’s Hospital in east London. Amid the maelstrom of sick patients, overworked staff, and underfunded wards, a more insidious secret soon declares itself: too many patients are dying. And a murderer may be lurking in plain sight”

When Franny stands up
by Eden Robins

“Franny Steinberg knows there’s powerful magic in laughter. She’s witnessed it. With the men of Chicago off fighting WWII on distant shores, Franny has watched the women of the city taking charge of the war effort. But amidst the war bond sales and factory shifts, something surprising has emerged, something Franny could never have expected. A new marvel that has women flocking to comedy clubs across the nation: the Showstopper. When Franny steps into Chicago’s Blue Moon comedy club, she realizes the power of a Showstopper-that specific magic sparked when an audience laughs so hard, they are momentarily transformed. And while each comedian’s Showstopper is different, they all have one thing in common: they only work on women. After a traumatic flashback propels her onstage in a torn bridesmaid dress, Franny discovers her own Showstopper is something new. And suddenly she has the power to change everything…for herself, for her audience, and for the people who may need it most”

Now is not the time to panic : a novel
by Kevin Wilson

Twenty years after secretly causing panic in her hometown through the written word and artwork, along with a fellow loner named Zeke, famous author, mom and wife Frances Eleanor Budge gets a call that brings her past rushing back, threatening to upend everything. 200,000 first printing.

Anon pls. : a novel
by Deuxmoi

A debut novel by the anonymous creator of the Internets best gossip Instagram account takes readers behind the scenes in a novel that recounts her accidental rise to becoming the queen of blind-items. 150,000 first printing.

All I want for Christmas
by Maggie Knox

“A pitch-perfect holiday rom com about two oil-and-water reality-star country singers who must fake a relationship in order to win the opportunity of a lifetime, perfect for fans of Sally Thorne’s The Hating Game and Christina Lauren’s In a Holidaze”

To each this world
by Julie Czerneda

“Biologist Julie E. Czerneda’s new standalone science fiction novel, To Each This World follows a desperate mission to reconnect with long lost sleeper ships, sent centuries earlier from Earth to settle distant worlds. A trio of humans must work with their mysterious alien allies to rescue any descendants they can find on those worlds. Something is out there, determined to claim the cosmos for itself, and only on Earth will humans be safe. Or will they? The challenge isn’t just to communicate with your own kind after generations have passed. It’s to understand what isn’t your kind at all. And how far will trust take you, when the truth depends on what you are?”

The Luminaries
by Susan Dennard

“To reclaim her familys standing within the Luminaries, an ancient order standing between humanity and nightmares, Winnie must pass the hunter trials, entering a world of danger, lies and betrayal where she must protect her town, her family and her heart. 200,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.”

One woman’s war : a novel of the real Miss Moneypenny
by Christine Wells

World War II British Naval Intelligence officer Victoire Bennett’s mission to deceive the Germans about Allied invasion plans is jeopardized by a beautiful Austrian double agent, determined to survive in wartime England, who must choose whether to remainloyal to the British or betray thousands of men to their deaths

Sundown
by Susan May Warren

“Everyone else might believe the mysterious woman at Sky King Ranch has lost her memory, but Colt Kingston knows when someone is lying. Now he just has to find out if the lies are meant to save her . . . or protect them”

Silver Trail Christmas
by Nik James

When his business partner, Henry, is accused of murdering their troublemaking neighbor, ranch owner Caleb Marlowe risks everything to bring the real killer to justice, refusing to let Henry go down without a fight. Original.

New Audiobooks

The light we carry : overcoming in uncertain times
by Michelle Obama

“Michelle Obama offers readers a series of fresh stories and insightful reflections on change, challenge, and power, including her belief that when we light up for others, we can illuminate the richness and potential of the world around us, discovering deeper truths and new pathways for progress. Drawing from her experiences as a mother, daughter, spouse, friend, and First Lady, she shares the habits and principles she has developed to successfully adapt to change and overcome various obstacles–the earned wisdom that helps her continue to “become””

The twelve topsy-turvy, very messy days of Christmas
by James Patterson

During the holiday season, a family of three, missing someone very dear to them, find their house filling up with unexpected guests, making Christmas memories to last a lifetime

Hunting time
by Jeffery Deaver

A wealthy entrepreneur hires Colter Shaw to track down and protect his employee, Allison Parker, a brilliant engineer, who is on the run from her ex-husband with her teenage daughter, in the fourth novel of the series following Hunting Time. Simultaneous.

New Nonfiction

Cheap land Colorado : off-gridders at America’s edge
by Ted Conover

The Pulitzer Prize finalist and National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author recounts his experiences living off the grid in Colorado with vivid depictions of the diversity of people he encountered on his journey. Illustrations.

How to be weird : an off-kilter guide to living a one-of-a-kind life
by Eric Wilson

This guidebook for overcoming the monotony of everyday life shows how to embrace the joys that come with living an off-kilter life through 99 fun and philosophically rich exercises. Original.

Taking stock : a hospice doctor’s advice on financial independence, building wealth, and living a regret-free life
by Jordan Grumet

“Written by a hospice doctor with a unique front-row seat to the regrets of his dying patients, this book will remind you to take stock of life now, before it is too late. The goal of financial independence is to have the economic fuel to live a full life and avoid regret. Taking Stock is your guide to taking control of your finances and investing in yourself “

How to speak whale : a voyage into the future of animal communication
by Tom Mustill

Drawing from his experience as a naturalist and wildlife filmmaker, the author, who survived a whale encounter, examines how scientists and start-ups around the world are decoding animal communications and what the consequences of such human interaction could be.

Brain energy : a revolutionary breakthrough in understanding mental health–and improving treatment for anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more
by Christopher M. Palmer

“Brain Energy explains this new understanding of mental illness in detail, from symptoms and risk factors to what is happening in brain cells. Palmer also sheds light on the new treatment pathways this theory opens up-which apply to all mental disorders,including anxiety, depression, ADHD, alcoholism, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, autism, and even schizophrenia”

The complete modern pantry : 350+ ways to cook well with what’s on hand
by America’s Test Kitchen

“Flexibility is at the core of pantry cooking–when every cook needs to improvise. This unique guide helps you get the most out of your own pantry by showing how ingredients add crunch, acid, umami, or spice to a dish. Whether making Gochujang-Tahini Noodles, a top-it-your-way Savory Dutch Baby, or Chana Masala, Pantry Improv tips offer hundreds of ways to adapt meals based on what’s on hand, while helping you to round out your pantry with high-flavor seasonings to turn the simplest meal into something fantastic”

Painting can save your life : how & why we paint
by Sara Woster

Weaving instruction on how to paint with her own story of discovering a passion for painting, a painter, teacher and art evangelist welcomes readers ti this transformative art form, which will help them see the world in a whole new way. Illustrations.

Data Received: Bourbon County Eco Devo Moving Forward

Rob Harrington. Submitted photo.
 Bourbon County Regional Economic Development Inc. hired a consulting company to do local studies on retail, housing and labor in the county. That study was completed this fall.
“Last year, REDI was able to work with both Goldstone Consulting and O’Brian and Associates on the Retail, Housing, and Labor studies,” Rob Harrington, REDI CEO said. “These studies were able to provide us with the necessary data to move forward on several initiatives in 2023.”
“One of those initiatives is a Small Business Retention and Expansion Program for our local businesses,” he said. “We will be working throughout this next year to visit and create ways to help these companies continue to grow within Bourbon County. “
“We will also begin working with a group of citizens throughout Bourbon County on housing development initiatives,’ he said. “This housing committee will be instrumental in creating ways for us to not only attract developers but also new residents and marketing our communities to outside markets”.
REDI will continue to work to bring new developments in commercial and industrial business to Bourbon County by using the data from these reports as well as building on the partnerships that have grown over the last two years, Harrington said.
“All of the reports were paid for by Bourbon County REDI and we will continue to use our funds to help grow our county and ultimately work towards lowering taxes for everyone who lives and owns businesses in Bourbon County,” he said.
Landmark Bank Fort Scott houses the office of Bourbon County Regional Economic Development Inc.