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Feb. 25: Educational Program to Address Theileria in Cattle

Educational Program to Address Theileria in Cattle
FORT SCOTT, Kan. — Area cattle producers are invited to attend an educational program focused on Theileria in cattle: understanding risk, spread, and management on Wednesday, February 25, at 5:30 p.m. The program will be held at the Fort Scott Livestock Market, 2131 Maple Rd., Fort Scott.
Theileria is an emerging concern for cattle producers in Kansas, and the meeting will provide practical, research-based information to help producers understand the disease and reduce risk in their operations.
Presenters include Dr. Cassandra Olds, K-State veterinary entomologist, and Hunter Nickell, Southwind Extension agent. Topics will include an overview of Theileria in cattle, transmission pathways, entomology considerations, arthropod control strategies, and management decisions that reduce disease risk while minimizing insecticide resistance. There will also be a short discussion on reporting losses to the Farm Service Agency (FSA) and some programs they offer for assistance.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
There is no cost to attend, but reservations are encouraged. For questions or to reserve a spot, call 620-365-2242 or email nickell99@ksu.edu.
Kansas State University is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Feb. 13
Arrest Summary
LIVINGSTON, MICHEAL ANTHONY, 33
Arrested: 2/12/2026 11:18 AM
Agency: BCSO
Charge: Violation Of Offender Registration Act; 1st Conv
Bond Total: $1,000
YANEZ, RUBEN PANTOJA, 25
Arrested: 2/12/2026 8:27 PM
Agency: Fort Scott PD
Charges:
– 1- Veh Liability Insurance Req (NO BOND)
– Maximum Speed Limits (NO BOND)
– Operate A Mv W/O A Valid License (NO BOND)
– Possession Of Certain Stimulants (NO BOND)
Bond: $0
GUZMAN-RAMIREZ, JESUS RICARDO, 50
Arrested: 2/12/2026 5:45 PM
Agency: KHP
Charges:
– Acquire Proceeds Sale Cont Subs $5k To <$100k ($150,000 cash/surety)
– Conspiracy (CASH/SURETY)
– Unlawful Use Of A Telecommunication Device In Commission Of A Felony (CASH/SURETY)
Bond Total: $150,000
Inmate Released List
BEERBOWER, BRETT LEE, 24
Booked: 02/10/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 1:00 PM
Type: Probation
Released to: Self
BYBEE, CHANDLER RYAN, 19
Booked: 02/11/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 7:21 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: A+ Bonding
GUINN, DYLAN BLAKE, 31
Booked: 02/10/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 1:30 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Able Bonding
HAYNES, RAYA LASHAY, 18
Booked: 02/09/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 9:40 AM
Type: Court order
Released to: Self
LIVINGSTON, MICHEAL ANTHONY, 33
Booked: 02/12/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 12:20 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Able Bonding
ROMERO, ELIJAH, 18
Booked: 01/02/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 1:13 PM
Type: Transferred out
Released to: Wyandotte
SIPPIO, ARTHUR LAVAR, 39
Booked: 02/09/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 7:06 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Able Bonding
VILLAZON, VINCENZO JEROME, 27
Booked: 02/11/2026
Released: 2/12/2026 at 6:33 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Able Bonding
Source: Arrest Summary PDF | Inmate Released List PDF
FSCC Launches Men’s Soccer Program, Names Luis Pulido Head Coach

Fort Scott Community College has officially launched its new men’s soccer program and announced the hiring of Luis Pulido as the team’s inaugural head coach, marking a significant step in the college’s continued athletic growth.
Pulido brings a high-expectation, accountability-driven coaching philosophy to Fort Scott, emphasizing structure, discipline and personal responsibility both on and off the field. His approach centers on creating clear systems that allow student-athletes to thrive while holding everyone, including himself, to demanding standards.
“My philosophy is simple: I create an environment with no excuses,” Pulido said. “If I lay a strong foundation and put the right systems in place for success, then it’s up to the players to put in the work from there.”
In the program’s first season, Pulido said his goal is to make Fort Scott a regional and national contender from day one, while establishing championship-level habits that extend beyond the scoreboard.
“Success isn’t only measured by wins and losses,” Pulido said. “It’s about behaving like champions and striving for excellence in everything you do.”
Player development under Pulido will extend beyond tactics and training, with a strong emphasis on academic success, personal growth and self-sufficiency. A former educator, Pulido prioritizes classroom performance and life skills as essential components of student-athlete development.
“Academic success is our highest priority,” Pulido said. “Soccer is a privilege. You earn the opportunity to play on the field by fulfilling your academic responsibilities first.”
Athletic Director Dave Wiemers said the launch of soccer and the hiring of Pulido align with FSCC’s mission to build competitive programs rooted in accountability and student success.
“We are excited to have Luis and his family join our great group of coaches,” Wiemers said. “He has been a sitting head coach, has had success, and will fit in perfectly with our ideas moving forward.”
Community engagement will be a cornerstone of the program, with players encouraged to build strong relationships on campus and throughout the Fort Scott area through service, outreach and involvement.
“The opportunity to build this program from the ground up is incredibly exciting,” Pulido said. “I want to create something the school and community can truly be proud of.”
Additional details regarding competition schedules and recruiting opportunities for FSCC men’s soccer will be announced at a later date.
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FSCC Trustees Meeting Agenda for Feb. 16
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
ELLIS FINE ARTS BUILDING
FEBRUARY 16, 2026 – 5:30 P.M.
AGENDA SUMMARY WITH COMMENTARY
1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR DOUG ROPP
1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk
___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp
2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION
3.0 APPROVAL OF OFFICIAL AGENDA (ACTION)
4.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (ACTION)
4.1 Minutes
4.2 Financials – Cash Flow Report
4.3 Check Register – $483,321.50
4.4 Payroll – January 15, 2026 – $660,869.98
4.5 Contract Ratification
5.0 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION (INFORMATION)
- CDL Program Review
- Recognition: New Coaches
6.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES (INFORMATION)
6.1 Academics
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero
6.2 Advancement
- Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill
- Gordon Parks Museum
6.3 Athletics
- Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers
6.4 Finance
- CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton
- Business Office Update
- Maintenance Update
6.5 Student Services
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner
6.6 Administrative Committees
6.7 Presidential Update
- President Dr. Jack Welch
7.0 OLD BUSINESS
7.1 Scholarship Proposals 2026-2027 (ACTION)
7.2 State of the College address will be:
- May 21st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building (INFORMATION)
7.3 Board Selection of Honorary Associate Degree (ACTION)
8.0 NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Acceptance of Deed of Land for FRAME Grant (ACTION)
8.2 RFP – FRAME Grant – Contractor RFP (INFORMATION)
9.0 PUBLIC FORUM
FSCC Trustee Board Special Meeting: Feb. 13 at Noon
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING – BOARD WORKSHOP
ELLIS FINE ARTS BUILDING
FEBRUARY 13, 2026 – 12:00 P.M.
PUBLIC AGENDA
1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR DOUG ROPP
1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk
___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp
2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION
3.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES (INFORMATION)
3.1 Academics
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero
3.2 Advancement
- Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill
- Gordon Parks Museum Update
3.3 Athletics
- Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers
- Athletic Update
3.4 Finance
- CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton
3.5 Student Services
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner
3.6 Administrative Committees
3.7 Presidential Update
- President Dr. Jack Welch
4.0 REVIEW FEBRUARY 16, 2026, AGENDA ITEMS (INFORMATION)
4.1 CONSENT AGENDA
- Minutes
- Financials – Cash Flow Report
- Check Register – $483,321.50
- Payroll – January 15, 2026 – $660,869.98
- Contract Ratification
4.2 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION REVIEW
- CDL Program Review
- Recognition of New Coaches
4.3 OLD BUSINESS
- Scholarship Proposals 2026-2027
- State of the College address will be:
- May 21st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building
- Board Selection of Honorary Associate Degree
4.4 NEW BUSINESS
- Acceptance of Deed of Land for FRAME Grant
- FRAME Grant – Contractor RFP Approval
4.5 PUBLIC FORUM
4.6 OTHER BUSINESS – EMPLOYMENT OF NON-ELECTED PERSONNEL MATTERS
4.7 BOARD COMMENTS
5.0 ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION – PERSONNEL MATTERS (ACTION)
6.0 EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION – RETURN TO OPEN SESSION (INFORMATION)
7.0 BOARD MEMBER TRAINING – GOAL SETTING (INFORMATION)
8.0 ACCREDITATION COMMITTEE (INFORMATION)
9.0 ADJOURN (INFORMATION
Startups and Entrepreneurs Accelerate Kansas Innovations: March 10 Event
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USD 234 Minutes of the Feb. 11 Special Meeting
Unified School District 234
424 South Main
Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697
620-223-0800 Fax 620-223-2760
DESTRY BROWN
Superintendent
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
NEWS RELEASE
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, for a special meeting at 424 S Main.
President David Stewart opened the meeting.
The board approved the official agenda.
The board approved the purchase of 850 State Street.
President David Stewart adjourned the meeting.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Feb. 12
Arrest Summary
BYBEE, CHANDLER RYAN, 19
Arrested: 2/11/2026 1:05 AM
Agency: BCSO
Charges:
– Liquor; Purchase By Minor (NO BOND)
– Operate A Mv W/O A Valid License (NO BOND)
– Possession Of Certain Hallucinogenic Drugs (NO BOND)
– Transporting An Open Container (NO BOND)
– Use/Poss Drug Paraphernalia/Human Body (NO BOND)
– Veh; Unlawful Acts; E.g., Registration (NO BOND)
Bond: $0
SMITH, KENDAL SHAUN, 19
Arrested: 2/11/2026 1:05 AM
Agency: BCSO
Charges:
– Liquor; Purchase By Minor (NO BOND)
– Possession Of Certain Hallucinogenic Drugs (NO BOND)
– Transporting An Open Container (NO BOND)
– Use/Poss Drug Paraphernalia/Human Body (NO BOND)
Bond: $0
VILLAZON, VINCENZO JEROME, 27
Arrested: 2/11/2026 10:25 AM
Agency: BCSO
Charges:
– Criminal Damage To Property; Misdemeanor (NO BOND)
– Criminal Restraint (NO BOND)
– Domestic Battery; Physical Contact In Rude Manner (NO BOND)
Bond: $0
Inmate Released List
BALDWIN, CHARLES ROBERT, 37
Booked: 02/10/2026
Released: 2/11/2026 at 4:06 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Larry Lamb
BRINSON, DOUGLAS CHARLES, 62
Booked: 02/09/2026
Released: 2/11/2026 at 12:32 PM
Type: Cash bond
Released to: Self
EDWARDS, LARRY ELLIS, 75
Booked: 02/09/2026
Released: 2/11/2026 at 5:00 PM
Type: Time served
Released to: Self
GOLDEN, NIKKI, 42
Booked: 02/06/2026
Released: 2/11/2026 at 4:13 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Larry Lamb
Source: Arrest Summary PDF | Inmate Released List PDF
Fly the Flag Subscriptions for 2026 Begin

Friends Now Accepting New and Renewed Subscriptions for U.S. Flags
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country. What better way to celebrate than to fly the Stars and Stripes in 2026? The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site Inc. makes it easy.
The Friends provide homeowners and businesses, within the city limits of Fort Scott, the opportunity to display “Old Glory” on five different flag holidays during 2026 without the hassle of purchasing, placing, and storing a flag and pole. No need to even remember the holiday!
For $40 annually, the Friends will install a 3’x5′ flag on a 12 foot staff at your home or business on each of the following Flag Holidays :
Memorial Day, May 25th
Flag Day, June 14th
Independence Day, July 4th
Labor Day, September 17th
Veteran’s Day, November 11th
Applications for new subscriptions can be obtained at the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce or can be requested by phone, text, or email. Call 417-684-2484 or email friendsoffsnhs@gmail.com. Renewal notices are being mailed/e-mailed to 2025 subscribers. Both new agreements and renewals must be returned by March 31, 2026.
All proceeds support programs at Fort Scott National Historic Site including the Naturalization Ceremony, Candlelight Tour, and Veterans Challenge coins among other special programs.
Show your patriotism and help our local National Park by displaying the nation’s symbol!
The Fly the Flag project is a yearly project sponsored by the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site. Once signed up, you will receive the option to renew annually.
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