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The 2019 Gordon Parks Celebration to feature Jazz Singer Queen Bey
Celebration, scheduled for October 3 – 5, 2019, at Fort Scott Community College, will feature Jazz Singer Queen Bey, Kansas City’s Ambassador of Jazz in a music performance at 7:00 p.m. at the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center on Friday, October 4th.
Ticket includes Heavy Hors d’oeuvres and a Cash Bar will be available.
Social Hour starts at 6:00 pm
This performance event was supported in part by the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
“We are very thrilled that we were able to bring Queen Bey back to Fort Scott once again through this grant,” said Kirk Sharp, Gordon Parks Museum Director.
Queen Bey’s wide repertoire of jazz and blues standards and innovative and often unknown songs are drawn from her first-hand experience working with the legends of jazz and blues.
Queen first began performing at the age of twelve years old and at the time met Billie Holiday. Jazz greats such as Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughn, Dinah Washington, and Ella Fitzgerald became her chaperones and her teachers
. Queen has performed with B.B. King, The Platters and jazz pianist Earl Garner.
In 1980, Ms. Bey received the Kansas Governor’s Arts Award and was one of the honorees at the 1991 induction of the Elder statesman of Kansas City’s Jazz, Inc.
She is officially recognized as Kansas City’s Ambassador of Jazz and 2016 was inducted to the American Jazz Walk of Fame.
Ms. Bey has acted on stage and television and in film, including Broadway musicals- Ain’t Misbavin, One Mo’ Time and Blues in the Night.
Tickets are $25 each. Please reserve you ticket by Wednesday, Oct 2, 2019.
Tickets available at the Gordon Parks Museum and Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce.
For more information about the Celebration, see the website at gordonparkscenter.org. or email [email protected] or by phone call 223-2700, ext. 5850.
Bourbon County Commission Meeting Minutes of Sept. 3
September 3, 2019 Tuesday 9:00 am
The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all three Commissioners, the County Counselor and the County Clerk present.
Tammy Helm with the Fort Scott Tribune and Nancy Van Etten were present for a portion of the meeting.
Jerad Heckman with Road & Bridge met with the Commissioners; Jeff discussed possibly making the 7 mile loop a shared road with bikes and adding signs.
Jerad said they are making chips at the Beth Quarry. He said they plan to start overlaying on 245th next week. They are mowing around the County.
Jerad said they are patching on 125th going south. Lynne asked that they do some patching west of Uniontown.
Lynne asked that it get cleaned up where the County did ditch work on 115th going north off of 54 Hwy. Lynne reported that Osage west of 125th needs gravel. Lynne reported that the blacktop is sinking at 125th & Range on 125th.
Nick reported that 260th & Limestone to Locust needs rock.
Jeff said that Mr. Rourk reported a plugged concrete culvert on Fern Road.
Lynne discussed a grader that the County purchased 4 years ago to use for ditching; this grader had to instead be used for grading. The County is behind on ditching. Lynne said that Road & Bridge and the Road & Bridge Sales Tax fund has lost over $551,000 in funding since 2013.
Jerad reported that they will be installing culverts at Poplar and 235th. Nick asked Jerad to view a culvert & ditch going north on Condensory.
There was a brief discussion over the Landfill; the Landfill does not make any money. The Landfill will be discussed again next week.
Richard & Retha Clark met with the Commissioners; they reported that the gravel on Indian is rutting in areas. They also reported potholes from 215th to the Fort Scott Lake.
Nancy Van Etten, Richard & Retha Clark and Tom Graham discussed the Fort Scott Lake; last week Nancy gave the Commissioners older documents regarding consideration of a lot split made by Mel Cummings. There is a person that has been considering trying to split their lake lot into several lots to add condos. She said some of the City ordinances for the Lake have been repealed. Nancy said it appears that it is the City of Fort Scott’s responsibility to monitor if the lots are conforming to rules and ordinances. Lynne said there are no codes in the County (only septic tank regulations) and said the County can’t spot code. Nancy said there needs to be an understanding between the County and City regarding Fort Scott Lake. Justin Meeks said that a Home Owners Association is the best way to handle Fort Scott Lake issues. The Commissioners said if the County is zoned it would affect everyone in the County, not just the Fort Scott Lake. Tom Graham questioned if the sewer lines there could handle the additional sewage from the additional homes. Justin Meeks said the Commissioners are taking this area seriously. Nancy said they want to protect the Lake.
The Commissioners held the 2020 budget hearing; present for the hearing were Terry Sercer, Bill Martin, Ben Cole, Bobby Reed and Jody Hoener. Justin Meeks questioned if carryover money could be moved from a fund without publishing; Terry said if they had the budget authority they could, but the Commissioners would have to approve the transfers. The 2020 proposed budget has an estimated mill levy of 66.602, which is the actual tax rate from the 2019 budget. At 10:30, Jeff made a motion to approve the 2020 budget, Nick seconded and all approved and signed the budget.
Lynne made a motion to go into a 10 minute executive session for personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Matt Quick). No action was taken.
Rachel Pruitt and Robert Uhler with the City of Fort Scott met with the Commissioners, Jody Hoener and Matt Quick regarding the proposed Property Tax Relief program. Lynne said that Appraiser Clint Anderson was not available for the meeting, but should have figures that they need regarding this program. Jeff Fischer said that they needed to identify properties that could benefit the program; he said he thought there could be a lot of people that could benefit from the program. Jeff said they needed to get an estimated cost impact of the program. Rachel said the IRB program has restrictions which creates the need for the Property Tax Relief Program. The Commissioners plan to discuss the program with Clint Anderson.
Justin Meeks presented the annual contract for Computer Information Concepts, with an annual rate of $54,635. Jeff made a motion to sign the contract, Nick seconded and all approved and Lynne signed the contract.
Lynne made a motion to go into a 5 minute executive session for personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners, Justin Meeks and Kendell Mason). No action was taken.
Jeff made a motion to go into a 10 minute executive session for consultation with an attorney for the body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship, Nick seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Justin Meeks). No action was taken.
Lynne made a motion to go into a 5 minute executive session personnel matters of individual non-elected personnel, Jeff seconded and all approved, (the session included the Commissioners and Justin Meeks). No action was taken.
Jeff made a motion to give Lynne permission to sign a letter to the Fort Scott City Commissioners concerning an employee matter, Nick seconded and all approved, Lynne signed the letter and Kendell mailed it to each of the City Commissioners.
Lynne made a motion to allow Nick Ruhl to represent Bourbon County during the Fort Scott Community College centennial celebration, Jeff seconded and all approved.
At noon, Lynne made a motion to break for lunch and reconvene at 1:30, Jeff seconded and all approved.
Matt Crystal met with the Commissioners to discuss the County-wide NRP program; the Commissioners told him to meet with the Appraisers office.
Bourbon County Economic Development Jody Hoener met with the Commissioners; she discussed a possible local indoor sporting arena. The arena could possibly be economic development for Bourbon County. If the arena was built it would be privately owned arena. Jody said the next step for the arena would be a feasibility study of the proposed arena; the study would show the market demand as well as the economic impact; Markin Consulting LLC, has agreed to do a feasibility study. Jody said this project could strengthen the local tax base. Jody said that two property owners have agreed to help fund the study, but asked if the Commissioners would vote to support up to $23,000 for the financing of the feasibility study. Jody said the arena could be a Starbond project. The groups surveyed for the study will be equestrian and livestock groups, consumer and trade show promoters, agriculture groups and organizations, rodeo, concert circus, motorsports, and other sports and spectator and entertainment promoters, local businesses and service organizations, educational schools and organizations and others identified by the client and Markin consulting. Jeff questioned if there were any grant funds available for the study. Jody said she thought the County could get a huge return for their investment. Jody said this is an investment into the future of Bourbon County. Jeff made a motion that Bourbon County Economic Development underwrites a feasibility study up to $23,000 for a Bourbon County event center, Nick seconded and all approved.
Jody Hoener discussed a tobacco free workplace policy for Bourbon County; she said the departments helped develop the policy and that it was a Workwell Kansas approved policy. She said if the Commissioners adopt and implement it then it would be part of the employee handbook. Jeff made a motion to adopt Resolution 21-19, a Tobacco Free Workplace Policy, Nick seconded and all approved.
Jeff made a motion to give Lynne permission to sign the Pathways grant application to receive $12,500 for worksite wellness, Nick seconded and all approved.
Jerad Heckman met with the Commissioners; he said that the 2nd Freightliner needs approximately $10,000-$12,000 in repairs. He said Jim Harris asked that the Commissioners re-visit the truck quotes. The Commissioners told Jerad to review the quotes they have to make sure they are still applicable, with financing for five years, with an extended warranty.
Kate Emmett-Sweetser met with the Commissioners to discuss Zebulon Pike, (Pikes Peak is named after Zebulon Pike). He was an Army officer on a military expedition who kept a journal of his trips, maintained a hand drawn map and he crossed into Bourbon County, Kansas on September 3, 1806. He spent the night in Bourbon County on September 3 and spent September 4th in Bourbon County before leaving to go to Nebraska. He was best known for this trip because of Pikes Peak. Kate felt that it was important for Bourbon County to recognize Zebulon Pike’s trip through Bourbon County. Jeff made a motion for Lynne to sign a proclamation declaring September 4th as “Zebulon Pike Day”, Nick seconded and all approved and Lynne signed the Proclamation. Kate Emmett-Sweetser also discussed the history of the Jefferson Highway. She discussed Laura Ingalls Wilder; in 1894, Laura spent the night between Mound City and Prescott and then came to Fort Scott and picked up mail here.
At 3:58, Lynne made a motion to adjourn, Nick seconded and all approved.
THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
(ss) Lynne Oharah, Chairman
(ss) Jeff Fischer, Commissioner
(ss) Nick Ruhl, Commissioner
ATTEST:
Kendell Mason, Bourbon County Clerk
09/10/2019, Approved Date
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Sept. 23
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports Sept. 20-22
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Deadline For Gordon Parks Photography Contest Sept. 25
The 2019 Gordon Parks Celebration to feature Photo Contest
Fort Scott-The Gordon Parks Celebration, scheduled for Oct 3- 5, 2019, at Fort Scott Community College, will feature a photo contest sponsored by Merl Humphrey Photography and inspired by a quote by the Gordon Parks-directed film The Learning Tree.
The theme of the contest, “My Learning Tree, Life Lessons Learned” is for any amateur photographer. Photographers are invited to capture the essence of this metaphor from Mr. Park’s film.
Non-professional photographers of any age and skill level are invited to take pictures for the project and may enter up to two photos. There will be a first place ($100), second place ($75) and third place ($50) prize and up to five honorable mentions. All photos submitted will be on exhibit during the 16th Annual Gordon Parks Celebration on Oct. 3 – 5, 2019. All photos will also be posted on the Museum Facebook page.
Photographs must be submitted via e-mail to [email protected]. All photos must be JPEG in format and limit file size to less than 2 MB. All entries will be confirmed via email. Photographers should submit (in their email) a title, along with their name, address, email, and phone number. If under 10 years old please include parent’s information. Photos should be received via email by Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at the latest.
For more information email [email protected] or by phone call 223-2700, ext. 5850.
Forgive by Pastor James Collins
Forgive
“And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us.” Luke 11:4a
David Gallagher, 54, of Haworth, Oklahoma, died on Friday, July 25, 2008. He was on his way to work an overnight shift. According to the police report, the wreck happened about 11:35 p.m. David was westbound on State Highway 3 when a car rear-ended him, forcing his pickup off the right side of the road. His truck rolled and came to rest on the driver’s side. David died at the scene.
The young man who hit David walked away from his vehicle without a scratch. Of course, he was intoxicated. He fled but was later picked up by police. He was charged with manslaughter and leaving the scene of a fatality accident.
David’s wife, Kathy, was devastated. The hurt she felt over the loss of her husband quickly turned to hate. She hated the drunk driver that took her husband’s life. She hated living without David. She hated her heartache. She hated that she didn’t know what to do about her hate.
During her time of grief and hate, God spoke to Kathy through the still small voice in her heart. God said one word.
God said, “Forgive.”
“Why should I forgive?” she argued.
“Because of what unforgiveness is doing to you.”
“That’s not reason enough.”
“Have you forgotten how much I have forgiven you? Have you forgotten how I loved you so much that I gave my one and only Son for your sins? Who are you to hold the driver’s sins against him?”
Kathy realized that God was right. So, she did something amazing. She went to the McCurtain County Jail to visit the man who killed her husband. She handed him a Bible and said, “I want you to have this Bible. I want you to know Jesus.” Then she said, “I also want you to know that I forgive you. I want you to have a good life.”
The point is: Failing to forgive someone is like taking poison yourself to get back at that person. It doesn’t make sense.
Jesus taught His disciples to pray, “…Forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us.”
Think about was Jesus is saying for a moment. He is saying that we should ask God, “Forgive me the way I forgive other people.” Do you really want God to forgive you the way you forgive others?
If you are holding on to some bitterness that is built up in your heart from not forgiving somebody, you can let go of it today.
Listen to the voice of God speaking to you. He has a word for you. God is saying, “Forgive.”
Through Jesus you can forgive.
I know without a doubt that forgiveness is possible. I learned it from my aunt, Kathy, when she forgave the man who killed my uncle, David.
James Collins is pastor of Fort Scott’s First Southern Baptist Church. He can be reached by email at [email protected].
What’s Happening in Fort Scott by the Chamber of Commerce Sept. 21
| 21 | Inaugural Kruger Classic Fundraiser for The Sharing Bucket at Woodland Hills Golf Course (sponsored by Holmtown Pub) – 2414 S. Horton, 7am registration, 8:30am shotgun start (see flyer below)
$60 per golfer, $240 per team (skins included). A limited number of carts are available; please reserve ahead of time, on a first-come, first-served basis Contact James Wood (620-224-9687) or Les Russell Registration starts at 7am. Rules and hold assignments at 8am. Shotgun start at 8:30am Working in conjunction with Care to Share, a portion of the proceeds will be donated on behalf of John Kruger Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in each flight |
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Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Saturday Mornings, 8:00am – 12:00pm
Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds
We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products
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| 21 | Fort Scott Community College 100th Anniversary Celebration Tailgate Party – 2108 S. Horton, 4:30pm
The tailgate party will start at 4:30 at Frary Field with free hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, etc. No reservation needed, just show up and help us celebrate this momentous occasion. For more info on the upcoming centennial events, click |
| 22 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of 5 members on a team) $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. |
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Story Time, hosted by the Fort Scott Public Library –
201 S. National, 10-11am
Join Miss Val and other local families for a themed story time, featuring 2-3 books read aloud, songs or fingerplays, craft, and snack, along with a play table for before and after the stories. All story times welcome any age children and teens
Some themes are based around seasons, holidays, and annual events, while others are chosen by regular attendees
For more information, visit www.fortscott.mykansaslibrary.org
Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and snacks related to our theme in the downstairs event room. Hope you can come. Tell your friends!
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| 24 | T.O.P.S Meetings held weekly on Tuesdays at Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 10:30am |
| 24 | Employer Luncheon on WorkKeys hosted by the Chamber – FSCC Burris Hall, 2108 S. Horton, 11:30am-1pm The Chamber will host a luncheon meeting for employers to provide information on WorkKeys testing that is available for both students and adults to take through ACT & KansasWorks. This session will review what the testing is, how to utilize the results to help with successful hiring and employee retention, and how to utilize data to review impact |
| 24 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm |
| 24 | Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Tuesday evenings, 4-6pm Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds. We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products |
| 25 | Breakfast Bingo at Buck Run Community Center – 735 Scott Ave., 9-10am Come drink some coffee and play some bingo at Buck Run. Staff will provide the bingo cards, the caller, and the coffee. Prizes provided by the Fort Scott Recreation Commission |
| 25 | Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm |
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Adult Coloring Program – Fort Scott Public Library,
201 S. National Ave., 2-4pm
Join us in the library events room for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. Library provides coloring pages, pens and pencils, and snacks. Bring your own beverage of choice (no alcohol, please)
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TAG – Teen Advisory Group – Fort Scott Public Library –
201 S. National, 4:15-5:15pm
Join Teen Advisory Group members in the library events room. This event is exclusively for middle and high school students. We have meetings weekly, including a games & snacks night, community service project, book club meeting, and craft night each month. Members can help the library develop programs, displays, and book collections that better serve teens! Make a difference in your community while having fun at TAG! Each meeting includes food, drinks, and a good time with your fellow teens. See you at TAG, and bring your friends!
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Join us for the weekly Chamber Coffee of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce and a 70 year celebration at 8am. This week’s Chamber Coffee is being hosted by Diehl Banwart Bolton – Certified Public Accountants. Immediately following the coffee, we will be celebrating their 70 years in business! (See flyer below)
Location: Empress Event Center, 7 N. Main St.
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| 26 | Horticultural services at the Bourbon County Courthouse every Thursday – 210 S. National, 9am-3:30pm (See flyer below) Krista Harding, Horticulture Agent for the Southwind Extension District, has office hours at the Extension office inside the Bourbon County Courthouse every Thursday. In an effort to better serve residents of Fort Scott and the surrounding communities, Krista is there weekly to answer questions and offer advice on lawn and gardens, trees and shrubs, flowers and insect. Bring your spotted leaves, strange looking insects or wilted flowers and let her help you! This a free service and is available to all community members. Questions? Call 620-223-3720 |
| 26 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm |
| 26 | Thursday Card Players – Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 6-9pm
Free weekly event to anyone that wants to play cards, drink coffee, eat snacks, and socialize |
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A Star is Born, or Died – Boiler Room Brewhaus,
2 S. National Ave., 7-9pm Join Boiler Room Brewhaus on Thursday evenings from
7-9pm for karaoke fun. Cheer on your favorite local star! |
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Weekly Livestock Sale at Fort Scott Livestock Market. Starting at 10am on both Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays: Cows, Pairs, Big Bulls
Saturdays: Stocker & Feeder Cattle, followed by any cows
& bulls that come in late Friday & Saturday. Cafe open both sale days. You don’t have to be a buyer, just to come watch the sale and visit the cafe!
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Friday Night Concert in the Park – Heritage Park Pavilion, 1st & Main, 7pm
Friday Night Concert in the Park – Sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
This Friday Night Concert will feature “Christian Strings” (local area dulcimer players), gospel and hymns directed by local Marilyn Adcock
The concerts are organized by Ralph Carlson. If you or someone you know is interested in performing, contact Ralph at [email protected]
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| 28-29 | Doug Hazelbaker Memorial Breakaway, Calf Roping and Steer Wrestling at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds (see flyer below)
Steer wrestling, calf roping, over 40 calf roping, open breakaway, 14 and under breakaway Cowboys for Cancer Crisis Fund is a non-profit organization under IRS section 501(c)3. All donations made to help with this event are tax deductible. If you want to become a buckle sponsor or help in another way, please message Jana Hazelbaker or Alaina Holmes on Facebook |
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Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Saturday Mornings, 8:00am – 12:00pm
Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds
We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products
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| 28 | Special Olympics of Kansas Golf Scramble at Woodland Hills Golf Course – 2414 S. Horton, 9am
Fundraising golf scramble for the Special Olympics of Kansas, put on by the Bourbon County Sheriff’s Department. Raffle tickets for tremendous prizes are one for $10, three for $20, eight for $50 or 20 for $100. You do not have to participate in the tournament to win any of the prizes. Contact Ben Cole, Steve Anthony, or Sean Goans for more information, to register, or to buy raffle tickets |
| 28 | Southeast Kansas Grazing School – ReproLogix, 2031 Indian Rd., 9am-3pm (see flyer below for complete details) Topics: For more information or to RSVP, please call a local extension office: |
| 29 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of 5 members on a team) $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. |
| 30 | Uniontown Varsity Girls 18-hole match at Woodland Hills Golf Course – 2414 S. Horton, 1pm shotgun start |
| 30 | Maker Monday for Kids & Teens at Fort Scott Public Library – 201 S. National Ave., 2-3pm
“Marvelous Monday for Homeschoolers & Friends” |
KDOT Project In Bourbon County Sept. 24
Milling project covers 12 locations
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) expects to complete a milling project at 12 highway locations in southeast Kansas next Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 24-25, weather permitting.
The milled material will be used in future highway preservation projects.
KDOT maintenance crews will place asphalt patches on each milled section. Flaggers will direct one-lane traffic through each milling site, with brief delays. The road work is scheduled to take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. each day.
Sept. 24 milling locations:
- U.S. 69, Bourbon County, 0.4 miles north of the 12th Street intersection at Fort Scott;
- U.S. 69, Bourbon County, north of the KDOT maintenance shop at Fort Scott;
- K-7, Mami County, 2.7 miles north of the Linn-Miami county line;
- K-31, Anderson County, near the intersection of K-31 and Osage Street at Kincaid;
- U.S. 400, Cherokee County, 2 miles east of Cherokee;
- U.S. 400, Labette County, 2.2 miles west of the Labette-Cherokee county line.
Sept. 25 milling locations:
- U.S. 75, Montgomery County, 1 mile north of Independence;
- U.S. 166, Montgomery County, 0.5 miles east of the Montgomery-Chautauqua county line;
- U.S. 166, Chautauqua County, 2.5 miles west of the U.S. 166/K-99 junction;
- K-99, Elk County, 1 mile south of Howard;
- K-99, Elk County, 3 miles south of the U.S. 400/K-99 junction;
- K-99, Greenwood County, 1.3 miles south of the U.S. 400/K-99 junction.
Dustrol Inc. of Towanda is contractor on the $19,780 project. Driver are reminded to watch for the signs and flaggers and slow down at the work zone. Persons with questions may contact Priscilla Petersen at (620) 902-6344.
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For information about obtaining an alternative format, contact the KDOT Office of Public Affairs,
700 SW Harrison St., 2nd Floor West, Topeka, KS 66603-3754 or phone 785-296-3585 Voice/Hearing Impaired – 711.
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports Sept. 18-19
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The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Sept. 20
American Legion Post 25 Scuttlebutt
Post 25 Scuttlebutt
Membership
A thank you to all Post 25 members who renewed this year or joined as new members and helped Post 25 achieve the Department of Kansas ‘Early Bird” award. Only a handful of the more than 300 Kansas Legion Posts met this milestone achievement of having 75% or higher membership by September 15th. Fort Scott Post 25 and Moran Post 385 were the only two 2nd District Posts to be earn this award.
Our next goal is to reach 100% membership. We are close to this goal and only need 14 members to renew to reach 100%. Let’s be the 1st Legion Post in our District to reach 100%.
You can easily renew online at www.legion.org. It’s safe and secure and takes less than five minutes
You can also mail in your $40.00 renewal to the Post 25 Finance Officer.
Darrell Spencer
1183 185TH ST
Fort Scott, Ks, 66701.
I can also arrange to meet with you to pick up your renewal. I’m retired so I can easily work around your schedule to meet you, but no 3 AM meetings please!
You can also pay your 2020 dues at our next general membership meeting on October 7th.
LEGION Act
Any Veteran who has served one day on active duty since December 7, 1941 and was honorably discharged can join the Legion. This is due to the LEGION Act recently passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump. If you know of a local Veteran who meets this new, expanded membership requirement, invite them to a Post 25 meeting or contact me about a membership form. There are probably several hundred Bourbon County Veterans who are not aware of the LEGION Act and they can now join the American Legion.
If you know of one, invite them to join the American Legion. We are a community of Veterans “Still Serving” and should encourage like minded veterans to join us.
Upcoming Events
October 1. National Commander Bill Oxford will at Moran Post 385 at 12:45 PM.
October 7. American Legion Post 25 meet and greet at Memorial Hall starts at 6:30 pm.
October 7. American Legion Post 25 general membership meeting at Memorial Hall starts at 7:00 pm.
October 10. American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 general membership meeting at Memorial Hall starts at 6:00 pm.
October 10. American Legion Post 25 Color Guard meets at Memorial Hall starts at 7:00 pm.
October 12, 2019. EISENHOWER PILGRIMAGE in Abilene starts at 9:30 am. See enewsletter for more information.
November 2, 2019. Fort Scott American Legion Post 25 Vintage Toy/Comic Books/Sports Cards Show from 9 am – 3 pm. See attached flyer for more information.
Informational Items
National Commander Bill Oxford will be at the Moran Legion Post on October 1 at 12:45 pm. Lunch will be served and will be followed by remarks by the National Commander.
This is a rare opportunity to meet and greet the American Legion National Commander. All area Legionnaires are encouraged to meet the National Commander. I plan on going and can take five members with me. Let me know if you’d like to ride with me.
Auxiliary Unit 25’s first outreach program is to provide support to Veteran mothers of newborn babies at the Topeka VA Medical Center. They are currently collecting needed items for newborns and all donations are greatly appreciated. Diapers, body wash and shampoos, blankets and clothing are among the items requested. Call Unit 25 Vice President Marilyn Gilmore at 785.214.5618 for more information or to donate items.
Our Taurus G2C raffle is almost sold out. It is hoped we can have the drawing for the winning ticket at our October 7th membership meeting. The winner will be contacted, and information provided on picking up their new pistol.
The Post 25 fundraising collectibles show on November 2 is taking shape. All proceeds will go towards our scholarships for Boys and Girls State, Cadet Law and other Post sponsored programs. Volunteers will be sought to contribute a few hours to make this 1st ever collectibles show a success.
If you are interested in purchasing a ticket, please reply to this email. Less than 10 tickets are left.
Don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have.
Carl Jowers. Post 25 Commander.
620-215-1688