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Bad Art Good People Auction Tonight
The Bad Art by Good People 2018 Art Exhibition was the feature of the Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce weekly coffee Nov. 15 at the Ellis Center.
Deb Halsey, board member of the Bourbon County Arts Council told guests the auction is this evening (Nov. 15)at 7p.m. at the Ellis Center located on the campus of Fort Scott Community College. Marty Read will be the auctioneer.
“This is the fifth year of Bad Art by Good People,” Halsey said. “It’s our number-one fundraiser. Ninety-seven people have painted for us over the years and let us auction it off.”
This year’s artists are Laura Agee, Karen Billiard, Susan Carillo, Rhonda Dunn, Bob Eckles, Lucy Gladbach, Kristin Gorman, Emily Hinkle, Jody Hoener, Rebekah Houses, Linda Jackson, Casey Lewis, Laura Meeks, Susan Messer, Bryan Ritter, Addi Smith, and Clyde Wendel.
“There is a great variety of artwork,” Halsey said.
The exhibit is open for viewing at 7 p.m. this evening for voting on a favorite piece of work. Appetizers are served.
At 7:30 p.m. the auction starts.
Some of the activities of the BCAC are providing scholarships for students pursuing art, Project Art at Fort Scott Middle School, the Gordon Parks Poetry Contest, musical concerts for the community and schools, Art Walks, and a summer patio concert series at Crooner’s Lounge.
“Come out and vote on your favorite piece of art and help us to continue to promote the arts in our community,” Halsey said.
Bourbon County Arts Council Members are Deb Anderson, Tedene Tucker, Dan Magee, Ray Streets, Terri Floyd, Steve Floyd, Elaine Buerge, Rob Shaw, Laura Meeks, Breann Martin, Chris Woods, and Halsey.
New Kitchen At Nate’s Place
From September 30 to October 12, Nate’s Place Resturant, closed down to do some updating in its kitchen.
The restaurant is located at 8th Street and National Avenue, in the southern mansion of what is known as Lyons Twin Mansions.
What initiated the update was a $5,000 grant from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Pathways to a Healthy Kansas initiative.
“With that grant, we added a new commercial freezer, a refrigerator, a warming table, new linen and silverware,” Shawn O’Brien, manager of the restaurant, said.
“Nate and Bailey (Lyons, owners of the restaurant) invested in a new tile floor in the kitchen, new paint, took out old cabinets and invested in new prep tables,” O’Brien said.
The bathroom of the restaurant was also renovated, he said.
“It was an exciting two weeks,” O’Brien said.
At that time the Lyons hired restaurant consultants to help with efficiency in the restaurant, he said.
During this time also the evening menu changed, adding two new entrees.
Following are the newly updated menus for the different shifts.
During this time the evening menu changed, adding two new entrees: house salad with chicken and a pasta alfredo.
Formation of Safe Families Organization Nov. 13
There will be an informational meeting, to form a new helping organization starting in Bourbon County, at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13 at the Senior Citizens Center site, 26 N. Main.
Allen Schellack, Compassionate Care Pastor with the Fort Scott Church of the Nazarene and director of the Fort Scott Compassionate Ministries Outreach Center, is coordinating the event.
The outreach center is located above the Senior Citizens Center at 26 N. Main.
Schellack can be reached at 620-223-2212.
“Tina Westbay, SE Kansas Coordinator for Safe Families will be leading the meeting and answering questions,” Schellack said. “This is the grassroots meeting for Bourbon County and we hope to recruit families, churches, and the general public.”
“Our goal is to provide ‘a circle of support for families’,” Schellack said. ” Safe Families is working with CarePortal and is launching in five southeast Kansas counties, Topeka and Kansas City metro area.”
“This started in Chicago approximately 15 years ago and is in 30 states of the US, the UK, and Canada, and has proven beneficial in providing families with children with support services before they get to a point where legal interaction is needed,” he said.
Training will be provided at a later time depending on interest, he said.
USD 234 Dismisses Early Because of Winter Storm
USD 234 will dismiss early today.
All schools will follow the early release schedule.
There will be no after-school child care and no afternoon preschool.
All evening activities will be canceled.
Winfield Scott Elementary School will dismiss at 1:06 pm.
Eugene Ware Elementary School will dismiss at 1:01 pm.
Fort Scott Middle School will dismiss at 1:11 pm.
Fort Scott High School will dismiss at 1:11
pm.
Safeguard Antibiotics
State of Kansas Asks Residents to Help Safeguard Antibiotics
Kansas ranked among the highest nationally, total number of antibiotic prescriptions
TOPEKA – Since 2013, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recognized a threat to antibiotic resistance and has begun working with many partners across the state and nation to safeguard the effectiveness of antibiotics. In an effort to promote awareness of this important initiative, Governor Jeff Colyer has designated Nov. 12-18 Use Antibiotics Wisely Week.
Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Chief Health Officer, Dr. Greg Lakin, says health professionals, patients and their loved ones need to be informed and only prescribe or use antibiotics when appropriate.
“The general public, health care providers, health care facility administrators, veterinarians, food producers and policy makers can all play a part in ensuring that antibiotics are only used when truly needed and likely to be effective,” Dr. Lakin said.
In Kansas, a broad range of individuals, professionals and organizations are working together to adopt best practices to help stem the inappropriate use of antibiotics. A statewide advisory group is assisting KDHE in spearheading this effort.
According to data from the CDC, the total number of antibiotic prescriptions written in Kansas ranked among the highest nationally. In 2015, more than 900 antibiotic prescriptions were written per 1,000 individuals statewide.
Antibiotic awareness does not mean stopping the use of antibiotics; it means changing the way antibiotics are prescribed and used today—when necessary and appropriate.
Since the 1940s, antibiotics have been used to treat patients who have bacterial infections, greatly reducing the number of related illnesses and deaths. But now, more than 75 years later, antibiotics have been overused and misused to the point that the infectious organisms the antibiotics are designed to kill have adapted to them, making the drugs less effective, according to the CDC.
The CDC finds that more than one-third of all antibiotics prescribed or otherwise used in the United States are either unnecessary or the antibiotic does not match the germ. Antibiotics are not needed for viruses, such as colds, most sore throats and many sinus infections.
Especially during the cold and flu season when viruses are prevalent, the public can do its part by recognizing that antibiotics are likely not the right medicine. Antibiotics can fight infections and save lives when used to fight the right germ, at the right time and for the right duration.
More than two million people in the United States get infections that are resistant to antibiotics, and each year, at least 23,000 people die as a result. If drug-resistant germs keep growing, and if we lose the effectiveness of antibiotics, we may also lose our ability to treat patients who need them.
Here are ways you can help:
- Do not request that your doctor prescribe antibiotics.
- Antibiotics may have side effects. When your doctor says that you do not need an antibiotic, taking one may do more harm than good.
- Only take antibiotics that are prescribed for you and take the whole course as directed. Do not share or use leftover antibiotics. Antibiotics treat specific types of infections. Taking the wrong medicine may delay correct treatment and allow bacteria to multiply.
To learn more about antibiotic resistance, visit http://UseAntibioticsWisely.com.
Grants Awarded For Community Improvement Endeavors
The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation presented grant awards to 15 entities November 1 during the Chamber of Commerce weekly coffee, held at Landmark Bank.
Interest from money given the FSACF is distributed each year to 501 3C organizations, said Stephanie Witt, president of the foundation.
“This year, over $32,000 in grants is given out,” she told coffee attendees.
Veteran’s Day Celebrations Nov. 9-12
Veterans Day festivities take place November 9-12, throughout the county. All veterans are invited.
Area schools have been providing Veteran’s Day Assemblies to honor those who have served their county for several years, and continue in 2018.
On Friday, November 9 at 9 a.m. Winfield Scott Elementary School will have a Veteran’s Day Program in the gym.
Fort Scott Middle and High School students will have their program in the high school gym from 1:45 to 2:30 p.m. the same day. Guest speaker is Nick Trim, an Air Force Veteran.
St. Mary’s Catholic School will have a Veteran’s Day program at 1 p.m. on Nov. 9 at the Veteran’s Memorial on Skubitz Plaza in front of Fort Scott National Historic Site, weather permitting.
A new Bourbon County School, St. Martin’s Academy, will present a public faculty lecture on Friday, November 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Boiler Room Brewhaus, located at National and Wall Street.
Patrick Whelan, the headmaster at the boy’s Catholic school, will be giving the lecture, entitled Warfare in Epic Poetry. Whelan is a Marine veteran and still serves as an officer in the Marine Reserves in addition to pursuing a Ph.D. in combat trauma in literature.
The presentation event starts with a mixer /cocktail hour at 7:30 p.m. Whelan will speak at 8:30 p.m. and allow time for questions.
On Monday, November 12, Eugene Ware Elementary School will have a vet’s program at 9 a.m. in the gym, while USD 235 will also have their program at 9 a.m. in the high school gym on Nov. 12.
Fort Scott Community College is offering free haircuts to veterans Nov. 9-12. The haircuts are provided by the cosmetology department. Call this number for an appointment: 620-223-2700 Ext. 5220.
The First Annual Veteran’s Day Celebration spearheaded by the Fort Scott Convention and Visitors Bureau includes the following, taken from its’ website:
Friday, November 9th
5 pm – 8 pm: Opening Reception “In Honor of Company ‘G’” @ Boiler Room Brewhaus, presented by Peerless Products. Finger foods and your first drink of the evening are free. All veterans that register will also receive a free goody bag with a special gift and information.
Saturday, November 10th
10 am: Special Veterans Day Program @ Fort Scott’s Memorial Hall – speakers include 12th District Kansas Senator Caryn Tyson, Gold Star Mother Jennifer Jackman, Carl Jowers of Thomas-Harkey Post 25 American Legion, and Commander of the American Legion Department of Kansas Dan Wiley. Special music will be provided by the Fort Scott High School Orchestra.
Noon – 4 pm: Hospitality Room @ VFW Post 1165 Olson-Frary-Burkhart
2 pm: Performance of “Bright Star” @ Fort Scott High School. Adults $7 Kids $5. Veterans will be recognized during the performance.
5 pm: Live Local Bourbon County presents the Veterans Day Parade through Downtown Fort Scott. TFO will provide trailers and rides for all veterans who can not, or do not want to, walk the parade route. Live Local BB will be serving up a hot dog meal beginning at 3:30 pm at the pavilion downtown! The staging area is located at Fort Scott High School, 1005 S. Main, Fort Scott, KS.
7 pm: 1800’s Remembrance Grand Ball @ Fort Scott’s Memorial Hall, presented by The “Friends” of Fort Scott National Historic Site.
Sunday, November 11th
9 am: Church Services @ Community Christian Church, 1919 S. Horton
11 am: Services @ US National Cemetery #1 with 12th District Kansas Senator Caryn Tyson. Organized by VFW Post 1165 Olson-Frary-Burkhart
Noon: Lunch @ VFW Post 1165 Olson-Frary-Burkhart for Free Will Donation.
While in Fort Scott for the Veterans Day Celebration, don’t forget to purchase your “Buddy” Poppy and “Wear it proudly.”
Liquor By the Drink Passes in Bourbon County
Voters said yes to the question submitted on the Nov. 6, 2018 ballot.
There were 2,949 yes votes to 1,725 no votes to the question:
Shall the sale of alcoholic liquor by the individual drink in Bourbon County be allowed in public places without a requirement that any portion of their gross receipts be from sales of food?
Results From Bourbon County Voting 2018: Republicans Win
These are the unofficial results of the 2018 November 6, General Election, sent from the Bourbon County Clerk.
Bourbon County Commissioner District 1
(Rep) Lynne Oharah 998
(Dem) Clinton Walker 513
Ks. House of Representative Dist. 4
(Rep) Trevor Jacobs 3289
(Dem) Lawrence Forbach 1059
Ks. House of Representative Dist. 2
(Rep) Kenneth Collins 305
(Dem) Adam Lusker 104
Kansas District 13 State Senator
(Rep) Richard Hilderbrand 1915
(Dem) Bryan Hoffman 1097
Kansas Commissioner of Insurance
(Rep) Vickie Schmidt 3426
(Dem) Nathaniel McLaughlin 1265
Kansas State Treasurer
(Rep) Jake LaTurner 3400
(Dem) Marci Francisco 1350
Kansas Attorney General
(Rep) Derek Schmidt 3397
(Dem) Sarah Swain 1364
Kansas Secretary of State
(Rep) Scott Schwab 3254
(Dem) Brian McClendon 1277
Governor
(Rep) Kris Koback 2878
(Dem) Laura Kelly 1535
U.S. House of Representatives
(Rep) Steve Watkins 3072
(Dem) Paul Davis 1386
Click here for the results sent from the Bourbon County Clerk’s office:
GENERAL ELECTION 2018 BOURBON COUNTY UNOFFICIAL!-1
“Bright Star” Showcases FSHS Talent
Fort Scott is the home of many talents and some of that talent is showcased in the Fort Scott High School production of Bright Star.
Bright Star is a musical play performed by Fort Scott High School students. There will be four performances: tonight, Nov. 6 and Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 and 7 p.m.
“Inspired by a real event and featuring the Grammy-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Broadway’s Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s.
“When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past – and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives.
“Propelled by an ensemble of onstage musicians and dancers, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion, beautiful melodies, and powerfully moving performances. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tight in its grasp, Bright Star is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful,” says publisher Theatrical Rights Worldwide.
Adult admission is $7, children-$5 and can be purchased at the high school office, 1005 S. Main or at Common Grounds, 116 S. Main.
Doors open 30 minutes before the showtime.
Local musicians directed by FSHS Choral Director Meredith Reid accompany the play. The dancers are choreographed by Delynn Abati, assistant to the FSHS Dance Team.
The singing and dancing carry an intense plot line of two Southern love stories across the time frame of 1926-46.
The cast is as follows:
Mesa Jones is Alice Murphy, Noah Martin is Billy Cane, Caleb Watkins is Daddy Cane, Morgan Rohr is Margo, Gabrield Graham is Max, Madi Toth is Florence, Brooklyn Lyons is Edna.
Elijah Self is Daryl, Addy Labbe is Lucy, Mary Gladbach is Mama Murphy, Sage Hill is Daddy Murphy, Dominic Cannon is Mayor Dobbs, Levi Bin is Jimmy Ray Dobbs.
Brian Stumfoll is Stanford, Mackenzie Peoples is Dr. Norquist, Carlee Studyvin is the government clerk, Kaitlyn Hanks is the well-dressed woman.
Tina Ramirez, Avery Dorsey, and Julia Allen are in the spirit ensemble.
In the singing/dancing ensemble are Brya Peterson, Taylor Jones, Zaria Byrd, Kathelra Murray, Karina Kantilal, Tacy Holston, Jenna Stockstill.
Other performers are Landon Doherty, Khris Patel, Shawn Barrager, Alexis Williams, Breena Cox, Jada Bailey, Wendy Monahan, Olivia Wilterding.
The following are scenes from the play.
Vote Tuesday, Nov. 6
All of the polling places will be open on Election Day from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm. The polling places in Bourbon County are as follows:
CITY OF FORT SCOTT
1st Ward Community Christian Church
2nd Ward Grace Baptist Church
3rd Ward Grace Baptist Church
4th Ward Community Christian Church
5th Ward Community Christian Church
6th Ward Community Christian Church
7th Ward Grace Baptist Church
TOWNSHIPS
DRYWOOD Grace Baptist Church
FRANKLIN Mapleton Community Bldg
FREEDOM Fulton Community Bldg
EAST MARION Uniontown City Hall
WEST MARION Bronson Community Bldg
MARMATON Redfield City Hall
MILLCREEK Redfield City Hall
OSAGE Fulton Community Bldg
PAWNEE Redfield City Hall
NORTH SCOTT Community Christian Church
SOUTH SCOTT Grace Baptist Church
TIMBERHILL Mapleton Community Bldg
WALNUT Uniontown City Hall
The following question is on the ballot for the Nov. 6, 2018 general election.
Shall the following be adopted?
Shall sale of alcoholic liquor by the individual drink in Bourbon County be allowed in public places without a requirement that any portion of their gross receipts be from the sales of food.
Vote yes or no.
Here is the current map of Kansas that shows the counties stand on this issue.
Contests on the ballot are the 2nd District U.S. House of Representatives, the Kansas State offices of governor/lt. governor, secretary of state, attorney general, state treasurer, commissioner of insurance, 13th district state senator, 4th district house of representative, district 9 state board of education, district 1 Bourbon County Commissioner, Bourbon County Treasurer, Bourbon County Attorney, judges for the court of appeals, and district 6 court judge.