Amended Agenda for Bo Co Commission Meeting This Evening at Redfield

 

 

Bourbon County Courthouse

210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800

Fax: 620-223-5832

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bourbon County, Kansas

Nelson Blythe

1st District Commissioner

Jim Harris, Chairman

2nd District Commissioner

Clifton Beth

3rd District Commissioner

 

 

Bourbon County Commission Agenda Redfield Community Center

June 26, 2023, 5:30 PM

 

  1. Call Meeting to Order
  2. Flag Salute and Prayer
  • Consent Agenda
    1. Approval of Minutes from 6/19/2023
  1. Department Updates
    1. Public Works
  2. Don George-KDWP Elm Creek Update
  3. Jennifer Hawkins-County Clerk
    1. Fireworks Permits
    2. Gary Hall Fence Viewing
    3. NACO Invoice
  • Sheriff Bill Martin
    1. Budget Review-Sheriff’s Office and Jail
    2. Union State Bank Loan Documents
    3. Return of Employee-Vacation Request
  • Susan Bancroft-Health Insurance
  1. Public Comments
  2. Commission Comments
  3. Meeting Adjourn

 

 

 

Executive Session Justifications:

 

KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the

attorney-client relationship.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the

representative(s) of               the body or agency.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual     proprietorships

KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(12) to discuss matters relating to the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting

would jeopardize such security measures.

 

Young Entrepreneur: Rinley Holly

This is part of a series highlighting young entrepreneurs in our community.

If you would like to nominate a young entrepreneur, please submit their contact info to [email protected].

Rinley Holly sells to a customer, while her brother Stetson looks on.

Rinley Holly, rural Fort Scott,  is five years old and likes to bake.

Katie, her mom, said she would bake everyday if she could.

Her parents, Katie and Ethan, own Still Waters Farm and sell beef and pork at the farmers market on Saturdays. She is with her family on Saturday mornings, along with her brother, Stetson, 3.

“Last year, she kept asking me to let her sell cookies,” Katie said.

So, Rinley baked and sold her product once last year at her family’s booth at the Fort Scott Farmers Market.

This year when Katie heard that other entrepreneurs were going to be selling products at the farmers market on June 3, “We asked her if she wanted to make some cookies.”

She did, and she has a helper.

“Stetson likes to taste test for her,” Katie said.

Rinley tells the process of making her cookies:

“You make dough, roll it in a ball, and flatten them with a cup, then put them in the oven on a rack,” she said. “Snickerdoodles are my favorite.” She also makes chocolate chip cookies.

Rinley likes to bake, “Cause it’s fun,” she said.

She is planning on attending the Acton Children’s Business Fair, later this year, her mother said, to learn more about the business side.

“Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace,” according to https://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/fortscott-ks

“We will host children’s business booths at the 2nd annual event that will be held at the Farmer’s Market located at Skubitz Plaza near the Historic Fort on September 30th, 2023 from 8 a.m. to noon.”

The Fort Scott Farmers Market is at Skubitz Plaza, directly in front of the Fort Scott National Historic Site on Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

Join Fort Scott NHS for the Sights and Sounds of American Independence

NPS photo.

 

 

Fort Scott Kan. – Celebrate American independence with the sounds of cannon fire and immersion in America’s history while honoring the service men and women who have defended the United States through the growth of our nation.

 

On Saturday and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd,  we will fire artillery, host interpretive programs/discussions addressing the differences between officers and enlisted men, lead Fort tours, and play historic games. Join Ranger Jessica for a nature walk on Saturday and Tuesday. The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site, Inc. will be serving free ice cream at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

 

On Tuesday July 4th,  black powder programs will continue with artillery demonstrations and a special program/discussion on the meanings of the Declaration of Independence.

 

SATURDAY, JULY 1

9 a.m. – Tallgrass Prairie Walk

10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration

11:30  a.m. – Homemade Ice Cream (Friends of Fort Scott NHS, Inc.)

Noon – Historic Games

1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration

3 p.m. – Rank has Privileges: Interpretive Discussion

 

SUNDAY, JULY 2

10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration

Noon – Historic Games

1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration

3 p.m. – Rank has Privileges: Interpretive Discussion

 

TUESDAY, JULY 4

10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration

Noon – Tallgrass Prairie Walk

1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration

3 p.m. – We Hold These Truths: Meanings of the Declaration of Independence Discussion

4 p.m. – Flag Retreat

 

Park grounds are open daily from a half hour before sunrise until a half hour after sunset. To find out more or become involved in activities at the Fort, please contact the park at 620-223-0310 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/fosc.

-NPS-

 

 

Gordon Parks Museum Newsletter

Gordon Parks Museum Newsletter Update

June 22, 2023

Artist, Cbabi Bayoc is selected for the

1st Kansas Colored Infantry Mural Project

The selected artist for the 1st Kansas Colored Infantry mural has just been announced. Congratulations to Cbabi Bayoc! We can’t wait to see this new mural in our historic downtown of Fort Scott, KS.

The Fort Scott Downtown Chamber Division will facilitate the creation of a mural in honor and remembrance of the 1st Kansas Colored Infantry Regiment that was established here and trained in Fort Scott, KS. This was the first African-American regiment to fight against the Confederacy in the Civil War.

To learn more about the 1st Kansas Colored Infantry and their amazing story, go to the mural project facebook page at Murals of Fort Scott

Gordon Parks Museum receives the African American Methodist Episcopal (AME)

Church Property

(left to right) Josh Jones, Kirk Sharp, Gordon Parks Museum and Sarah Smith, Fort Scott Community College Foundation
The ground on which the historic African-American Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church once stood is now the property of the Gordon Parks Museum, thanks to Fort Scott resident Josh Jones and the Fort Scott Community College Foundation.

 

Jones donated the site on the southeast corner of Third and Lowman streets where the church, attended regularly by Gordon Parks and his family, was located. The church was also used in a scene from Parks’ acclaimed film, “The Learning Tree.”

“We are very excited about this donation and can’t thank Josh and the Foundation enough,” said museum executive director Kirk Sharp. “This donation creates this wonderful opportunity to keep this incredible history alive in Fort Scott. This is also the same location that is located on our Learning Tree Film Sign Trail.”

The tentative plans, Sharp said, are to develop the property as a commemorative low-maintenance park with signs, photos, benches and short walls as a tribute to the AME church.

“The museum will look for possible grants and donations to help fund this project,” he noted. “There is currently on timeline as of now for the completion of the tribute project.”

In its heyday, the church, established in 1866, was the hub of Fort Scott’s black community. The church moved from its original location in 1885, occupying a new brick building on the corner of Third and Lowman, where it stood at 301 S. Lowman with a viable congregation for more than 115 years.

A reduction in members and unsafe conditions eventually led to its condemnation and razing in the early 2000s, Sharp said. One of the stained-glass windows and two of the pews are on exhibit at the Gordon Parks Museum.

“The largest congregation was believed to have been in 1888,” he said. “The city directory for that year indicates the membership was 260 and the Sunday school membership was 100.”

 

The AME church was Fort Scott’s first and oldest black church with Shiloh Baptist being the second.

(left to right) Josh Jones, Kirk Sharp, Gordon Parks Museum and Sarah Smith, Fort Scott Community College Foundation.
AME Church

Gordon Parks, 1950.

Photo Courtesy of and Copyright by The Gordon Parks Foundation

To Register Online Click Here Registration

The schedule of events for the 20th Annual Gordon Parks Celebration for

October 5 -7, 2023 are now available. For more information, go to our website at www.gordonparkscenter.org. Reservation and ticket purchases are available online our event page https://www.gordonparkscenter.org/events.

Reservations and payments can also be mailed to:

The Gordon Parks Museum

2108 S. Horton St, Fort Scott, KS 66701

Please contact us if you have any questions. 620-223-2700 ext. 5850 or

email: [email protected]

WE ARE LOOKNG FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE AT THIS YEARS’ CELEBRATION, AS WE CELEBRATE OUR 20TH YEAR!

“Gordon Parks Choice of Weapons Award” 2023 Recipients

Tommy Dodson, Mario E. Sprouse and Deborah Willis will be the recipients of the “Gordon Parks Choice of Weapons Award” at the annual celebration

October 5th -7th, 2023 in Fort Scott, Kansas. The celebration is in honor of Fort Scott native Gordon Parks, noted photographer, writer, musician, and filmmaker. The Choice of Weapons Award was established in Parks’ honor to be given annually at the celebration.

Tommy Dodson

 

Fort Scott native musician, photographer and author. See his full bio in the link below.

Tommy Dodson Bio

Mario E. Sprouse

Well-known musician, arranger, composer, and musical director See his full bio in the link below.

Mario E. Sprouse Bio

Deborah Willis

Artist, author and curator. See her full bio in the link below.

Deborah Willis Bio

To purchase your tickets online go to:

Celebration Dance Party Ticket Purchase

2023 Gordon Parks Photo and Poetry Contests

2023 Gordon Parks Museum

Photo Contest

THEME: “Family, Home and Roots”

This photo contest is inspired by Gordon Parks and his love for his family and upbringing.

This is open to any amateur photographer. Photographers are invited to capture the essence of the theme.

Read more…

Gordon Parks Museum

Poetry Contest

THEME: “Family, Home and Roots”

This poetry contest is inspired by Gordon Parks and his love for his family and upbringing.

This is open to any emerging poets of all ages and skill levels who have not yet been published in a book are invited to write a poem for this contest.

Read more…

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NO MADR WUT by Carolyn Tucker

Keys to the Kingdom By Carolyn Tucker

 

 

My six-year-old granddaughter came to spend two days and a night with me. Prior to her arrival, Felicity had made a lovely card for me. My grandma name is “Mammy,” so here’s what she wrote with her pink ink pen on the outside of the card:  “I love you Mamee.”  The inside message was: “I love you Mamee. I will love you no madr wut. I love evreebudee in the hol intiure wrld. Frum Felicity.” I was astounded that this young child  had actually written the main theme of the Bible in her simple handmade card.

 

In 1 Corinthians Chapter 13, we’re told that the more excellent way to live is by practicing a life of love. In regard to the spiritual gifts of faith, hope, and love, God tells us that the greatest of these is love. Felicity wrote that she would love me no matter what. That means she would love me even when she is required to put away the toys, try new food, and obey instructions. Love is not a feeling; it’s our attitude and actions. In childlike faith, my granddaughter expressed that she will love not only those who love her, but everybody in the whole entire world. That reminds me of John 3:16.

 

If I had to name one earthly person in the whole entire Bible that best expressed his love for Jesus, I would choose John.  This disciple authored the fourth New Testament Gospel, three Johns, and the book of Revelation. We often refer to him as John the Revelator. But as the writer of the Gospel of John, he refers to himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved.“ Jesus loved everyone in the whole entire world, but not everyone totally grasped that concept. But John clearly accepted Jesus’ love for him personally. “Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom one of His disciples, whom Jesus loved” (John 13:23 NKJV). Feeling confident in the Savior’s love, John was completely at ease resting his head on Jesus’ chest while at the table of fellowship. He was not afraid to demonstrate solid devotion for his Messiah, Master, and Lord. John recognized that Jesus was real love in human form and that He could be fully trusted in all things.

 

Believers have the ability to love one another because the Holy Spirit lives inside us and helps us to do the right thing. By inspiration of the Holy Spirit, John was certainly qualified to write about love. He had experienced it, seen it in action on the cross, and practiced it. “We know what real love is because Jesus gave up His life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters. If someone has enough money to live well and sees a brother or sister in need but shows no compassion — how can God’s love be in that person?” (1 John 3:16,17 NLT). Jesus is our source and motivation to practice loving others. His atoning sacrifice calls us to perpetual responsibility to actively love others. When we claim to be Christians, we are beholden to live like Christ.

 

Love is God’s idea, so it’s a big deal to Him. We learn the importance of love all the way from Genesis to Revelation. God said, “I lavish unfailing love for a thousand generations on those who love Me and obey My commands” (Exodus 20:6 NLT). In the last book of the Bible, God is still talking about love. John the Beloved pens, “Those whom I [dearly and tenderly] love, I tell their faults and convict and convince and reprove and chasten [I discipline and instruct them]. So be enthusiastic and in earnest and burning with zeal and repent [changing your mind and attitude]” (Revelation 3:19 AMP).

 

The Key: Love God and evree budee no madr wut.

Lowell Milken Fellows: Week Two

The Lowell Milken Fellowship is a merit-based award for educators of all disciplines who value the importance of teaching respect and understanding through project-based learning, according to a press release from the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes. The Center selects exemplary teachers from the United States and around the world who will collaborate on projects that discover, develop, and communicate the stories of Unsung Heroes in history.

While in Fort Scott, LMC Fellows gain knowledge, educational resources and support in helping students cultivate a passion for learning through the creation of projects that initiate positive change. Fellows will be equipped to develop Unsung Heroes projects with their students, applying and evaluating the stories of these role models who have changed the world throughout history

Week Two of the fellows welcomes the following educators,  who will be here from June 25 – 30.

Victoria Lightfoot, most recently a 3rd grade teacher and currently an instructional coach in Raleigh, NC, received the honor of being a 2021 North Carolina Milken Educator. Devoted to education, Victoria’s powerful teaching skills made a significant and measurable difference in her students’ learning, and also empowered other teachers. Her outstanding work with students on projects has encouraged her colleagues to follow her lead.

After eleven years in the classroom, Victoria’s transition to instructional coach has enabled her to share the successes she had with her students to help increase achievement throughout the school. The creative and engaging activities that motivated her students to high levels of learning are now shared with other educators while Victoria models, co-teaches, and collaborates with them. She observes lessons, and provides feedback focused on success for all.

LMC Executive Director Norm Conard says, “Victoria’s excellent skills in the classroom, along with her innovative and creative ideas, motivated her students to high levels of learning. With her experience as an instructional coach, Victoria will bring much collaborative expertise to the LMC Fellowship. We know she will be a great resource for all of us.”

 

Michelle Wolfe, an English teacher at East Hardy High School in Baker, WV, is the 2021 West Virginia Milken Award recipient. She is also a nationally board-certified educator, an outstanding accomplishment in her career.

Michelle has shared her personal love of writing, literature and poetry with her students. Helping them to understand the importance of what they have to say and the relevance of their experiences makes it possible for them to relate to the world outside of the classroom. Michelle’s students not only excel in writing, but learn to visualize the opportunities possible for their future.

“Michelle’s enthusiasm for providing meaningful learning experiences for her students is a great model for other educators,” Conard said. “We know that she will have much to share with this year’s team of Fellows.”

 

Lesley Snyder received the 2021 South Carolina Milken Educator while she was teaching English at Dutch Fork Middle School in Irmo, SC. This past school year she was on sabbatical, working as a Teacher Leader in Residence for special grant projects and research with the University of South Carolina.

As a middle school teacher, Lesley created innovative, purposeful learning experiences that motivated and engaged her students. Incorporating Project Based Learning was important to her success in providing real-world connections and “passion projects” for her students. Her zeal for diverse instruction motivated all learners to reach their potential and contributed to high levels of achievement at Dutch Fork Middle School. With her love of education, Lesley also takes advantage of opportunities to share her skills with fellow educators.

“We anticipate that our Fellows group will learn much from Lesley’s wide range of experience with Project Based Learning,” Conard said. “We know she can provide many new insights to its use in developing projects that uncover the stories of unsung heroes. What a great asset to our team!”

 

Kateryna Molodyk was a Global Teacher Award finalist in 2021, with the outstanding distinction of being the youngest teacher ever chosen for this prestigious award.  She currently serves as Assistant Director of Ukrainian Languages and Literature for students in Cherkasy, Ukraine.

Her creativity and ingenuity in planning educational activities for her 5th-12th grade students is of prime importance to her, as she believes her students need education now, more than ever. While continuing to teach under much duress at this time of war in her country can be challenging, Kateryna perseveres with compassion and understanding for her students.

“Kateryna is an outstanding young woman and truly dedicated educator,” Conard said. “To be named as a Global Award Finalist at such a young age and to tirelessly work for her students under such difficult circumstances make her an incredible role model and advocate for her students. We are incredibly blessed to have Kateryna on our LMC team of Fellows and look forward to all that we can learn from her.”

 

Jennifer Farr, a 5th Grade teacher at Lincoln Elementary in Junction City, KS, is a 2017 Kansas Teacher of the Year Finalist. As an ambassador on the team of TOY finalists, Jennifer has been able to learn from and share with other outstanding teachers. She is passionate about celebrating educators and serves on the Kansas LEADS and regional KTOY executive teams, which both allow her the opportunity to elevate the profession.

Jennifer’s passion for education is clearly visible in her elementary classroom. Her many years of experience in 4th and 5th grade classrooms have only strengthened her compassion for her students. Knowing that the relationships she builds with the children in her classes can help to change their lives emotionally and socially, as well as academically, is an extremely gratifying and humbling experience for her.

“Jennifer has been highly recommended by past Fellows,” Conard said. “Through her past visits to the LMC and her work on numerous projects, we know she will be a valuable asset to our 2023 team. We look forward to furthering our relationship with Jennifer.”

 

Ali Jun, a music specialist at Tyrone Thompson Elementary School in Las Vegas, NV, was a 2021 Nevada Milken Educator.  Ali’s award recognized her excellence in arts education and her enthusiasm for learning, which is shared, not only with her students, but with her colleagues and the community. Ali also serves on the “Portrait of a Nevada Learner” Committee, as well as the Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Cabinet.

Ali’s positivity and uplifting spirit provide a safe and caring learning environment for her students. It is within that environment that students gain self-confidence and learn to use their creative abilities, whether it be trying new instruments for the first time or singing beyond what they thought possible. The critical thinking skills they develop, as well as emotional expression, benefit their learning in every area of the curriculum.

“Ali’s passion for helping her students succeed is contagious,” Conard said. “We are excited to learn more about her innovative and original approaches to student projects, adding a spark of creative thought to our 2023 Fellowship.”

 

 

 

Storyteller Jo Ho to Perform for Summer Reading on June 27

 

Storyteller Jo Ho will return to Fort Scott on June 27 at 10 a.m. at Memorial Hall.

Enjoy the interactive genius of her customized summer reading storytelling presentation called “I Scream for Ice Cream!” After the performance, come to the library for ice cream in the event room.

 

Library performances are free and open to the public. This event is part of the library’s summer reading program. Learn more about and register for the program at: https://forms.gle/suanVpb2pYH3PwyX8

 

This performance is made possible by a partnership with USD 234.

Agenda for the Bourbon County Commission Meeting on June 26

Bourbon County Courthouse

210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800

Fax: 620-223-5832

 

Bourbon County, Kansas

Nelson Blythe

1st District Commissioner

Jim Harris, Chairman

2nd District Commissioner

Clifton Beth

3rd District Commissioner

 

 

Bourbon County Commission Agenda Redfield Community Center

June 26, 2023, 5:30 PM

 

  1. Call Meeting to Order
  2. Flag Salute and Prayer
  • Consent Agenda
    1. Approval of Minutes from 6/19/2023
  1. Department Updates
    1. Public Works
  2. Jennifer Hawkins-County Clerk
    1. Fireworks Permits
  3. Sheriff Bill Martin
    1. Budget Review-Sheriff’s Office and Jail
    2. Union State Bank Loan Documents
    3. Return of Employee-Vacation Request
  • Public Comments
  • Commission Comments
  1. Meeting Adjourn

 

 

 

Executive Session Justifications:

 

KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the

attorney-client relationship.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the

representative(s) of               the body or agency.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual     proprietorships

KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property.

KSA 75-4319 (b)(12) to discuss matters relating to the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting

would jeopardize such security measures.

 

What’s Happening in Fort Scott

What’s Happening in Fort Scott! June 23rd Weekly Newsletter

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Fort Scott National Historic Site

Daily Tours: 10am & 1pm

Trolley Tours of Fort Scott

50-minute narrated historical tour

Every Friday & Saturday on the hour

Fridays 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Saturdays 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

$6 adults, $4 12 & under, leaves from the Chamber

Click this link: The Artificers

July pottery class/workshop

schedule, a creative space for all ages!

Click here for all the FUN activities at the

Museum of Creativity, something for all ages!

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall.

June Special at Hedgehog.INK! Bookstore, Good Ol’ Days & Good Books, 25% off History, Historical Fiction, and Old Books

Fort Scott Public Library Summer Schedule has ALOT of fun things to do! Click here to see!

6/26-30 ~ Vacation Bible School – First Presbyterian & First Methodist Churches, 5:30-8pm at 1st Presbyterian Church, 3rd and Crawford

6/26-29 ~ Vacation Bible School, Fort Scott Nazarene, 4 years old-5th grade, 6-8:30pm

6/26-29 ~ Kids Art Camp hosted by The Artificers, 5-7pm, $75 per person, click here for more info!

6/28 ~ Chamber Blue Health Insurance Info Sessions for 2024 Coverage, two sessions

9-10am & 12-1pm, RSVP online at fortscott.com,

click here for more info.

6/29 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Bourbon County Garden Club, Heritage Park Pavilion, 8am

6/30 ~ First Friday at The Artificers, opened late from 5-9pm, click here for more info!

6/30 ~ Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Pavilion, seating in limited so those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs, entertainment is free and all are welcome, 7-8pm, click here for more info!

6/30 ~ The Wayward Bettys Patio Concert at Crooners, $20 to reserve your seat, all proceeds will go to Christmas Gifts for children in foster care, click here for more info!

7/3 ~ Community Fireworks Display in Fort Scott, starting at dusk, click here for more info!

7/3 ~ Uniontown Independence Day Bach sponsored by Union State Bank, free hotdogs and chips, inflatables for kids, live entertainment, 6:30pm, click here for more info!

7/4 ~ Burke Street Parade, 10-11am, click here for more info!

7/6-9 ~ John Hill FSCC Summer Showcase Baseball Tournament, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ First Friday at The Artificers, opened late from 5-9pm, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ Backroom Art Gallery First Friday Located at Hare & Crow, 1-9pm, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Pavilion, seating in limited so those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs, entertainment is free and all are welcome, 7-8pm, click here for more info!

7/8 ~ 49th Annual Bronson Day, Bronson Public Park, 10am-1pm, click here for more info!

SAVE THE DATE!

7/11 ~ Downtown Meet & Greet, Lyons Realty Group, 8:30-9:30am, click here for more info!

7/11 ~ USD 234 Fort Scott School District JOB FAIR, click here for more info!

7/14 ~ Chamber Golf Classis, 4 person scramble, 9am registration with a 10am tee-off time, click here for more info and to register!

7/21-22 ~ Wahzhazhe- The Osage Ballet, Danny and Willa Ellis Family Arts Center, Three different date/times: July 21st @ 7:30pm, July 22nd @ 3pm and 7:30pm, click here for more info and to order tickets!

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Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!

Click here for Chamber member

specialty shopping & other retail in

Downtown & other areas of the community.

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June Special at

Hedgehog. INK! Bookstore!

Chamber Blue Health Insurance Info Sessions for 2024 Coverage!

Community Firework Show!

Looking for sponsorship for the Old Settlers Picnic, Labor Day Weekend!

Upcoming Movie Schedule @ Fort Cinema

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott! June 23rd Weekly Newsletter

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

________________

Fort Scott National Historic Site

Daily Tours: 10am & 1pm

Trolley Tours of Fort Scott

50-minute narrated historical tour

Every Friday & Saturday on the hour

Fridays 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Saturdays 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

$6 adults, $4 12 & under, leaves from the Chamber

Click this link: The Artificers

July pottery class/workshop

schedule, a creative space for all ages!

Click here for all the FUN activities at the

Museum of Creativity, something for all ages!

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall.

June Special at Hedgehog.INK! Bookstore, Good Ol’ Days & Good Books, 25% off History, Historical Fiction, and Old Books

Fort Scott Public Library Summer Schedule has ALOT of fun things to do! Click here to see!

6/26-30 ~ Vacation Bible School – First Presbyterian & First Methodist Churches, 5:30-8pm at 1st Presbyterian Church, 3rd and Crawford

6/26-29 ~ Vacation Bible School, Fort Scott Nazarene, 4 years old-5th grade, 6-8:30pm

6/26-29 ~ Kids Art Camp hosted by The Artificers, 5-7pm, $75 per person, click here for more info!

6/28 ~ Chamber Blue Health Insurance Info Sessions for 2024 Coverage, two sessions

9-10am & 12-1pm, RSVP online at fortscott.com,

click here for more info.

6/29 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Bourbon County Garden Club, Heritage Park Pavilion, 8am

6/30 ~ First Friday at The Artificers, opened late from 5-9pm, click here for more info!

6/30 ~ Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Pavilion, seating in limited so those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs, entertainment is free and all are welcome, 7-8pm, click here for more info!

6/30 ~ The Wayward Bettys Patio Concert at Crooners, $20 to reserve your seat, all proceeds will go to Christmas Gifts for children in foster care, click here for more info!

7/3 ~ Community Fireworks Display in Fort Scott, starting at dusk, click here for more info!

7/3 ~ Uniontown Independence Day Bach sponsored by Union State Bank, free hotdogs and chips, inflatables for kids, live entertainment, 6:30pm, click here for more info!

7/4 ~ Burke Street Parade, 10-11am, click here for more info!

7/6-9 ~ John Hill FSCC Summer Showcase Baseball Tournament, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ First Friday at The Artificers, opened late from 5-9pm, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ Backroom Art Gallery First Friday Located at Hare & Crow, 1-9pm, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Pavilion, seating in limited so those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs, entertainment is free and all are welcome, 7-8pm, click here for more info!

7/8 ~ 49th Annual Bronson Day, Bronson Public Park, 10am-1pm, click here for more info!

SAVE THE DATE!

7/11 ~ Downtown Meet & Greet, Lyons Realty Group, 8:30-9:30am, click here for more info!

7/11 ~ USD 234 Fort Scott School District JOB FAIR, click here for more info!

7/14 ~ Chamber Golf Classis, 4 person scramble, 9am registration with a 10am tee-off time, click here for more info and to register!

7/21-22 ~ Wahzhazhe- The Osage Ballet, Danny and Willa Ellis Family Arts Center, Three different date/times: July 21st @ 7:30pm, July 22nd @ 3pm and 7:30pm, click here for more info and to order tickets!

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specialty shopping & other retail in

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Chamber Highlights
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Thinking of doing business in or relocating to Fort Scott?
Contact us for a relocation packet, information on grants & incentives, and more!
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Many opportunities available!
Housing needs?
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June Special at

Hedgehog. INK! Bookstore!

Chamber Blue Health Insurance Info Sessions for 2024 Coverage!

Community Firework Show!

Looking for sponsorship for the Old Settlers Picnic, Labor Day Weekend!

Upcoming Movie Schedule @ Fort Cinema

THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!
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Fort Scott, KS 66701
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Resurfacing work to start on K-39 and U.S. 59

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) expects to begin mill and overlay projects on K-39 and U.S. 59 in Neosho County the week of June 26.

The adjoining projects start on K-39 east of Chanute and continue east and north for 15 miles, ending at the Neosho-Allen county line. The contractor plans to begin at the county line and work westward.

 

Flaggers and a pilot car operation will guide one-lane traffic through the work zone during daylight hours. Expect delays of 15 minutes or less. The road work should be finished by August, weather permitting.

 

KDOT awarded the construction contract of $4.6 million to Bettis Asphalt & Construction Inc., Topeka. Check KDOT’s traveler information website, www.Kandrive.org, for more highway condition and construction details. Persons with questions may contact Doug Pulliam at KDOT-Pittsburg, (620) 235-9523, or Public Affairs Manager Priscilla Petersen at (620) 902-6433.