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Carpenters for Christ Youth Carpentry Workshop
Carpenters for Christ Youth Carpentry
Workshop
Location: First Southern Baptist Church
1818 S Main St
August 7 th , 8 th & 9 th
10am till 11:30am
Ages: 6 th thru 8 th Grade (Boys & Girls)
Enrollment Limited to 15 youth
(Call 620-223-2986 to reserve a spot)
Workshop will include: Snacks, a Bible Lesson, and a Carpentry
Training Session
*Youth that attend at least 2 sessions will receive a free t-shirt
(t-shirts will be ordered after the end of the 2 nd workshop)
Healthy Bo Co Action Team Tackles Public Transportation
The Healthy Bourbon County Action Team’s coalition Local Health Equity Action Team (LHEAT) has been making efforts to bring affordable public transportation through SEK-CAP that is also wheelchair accessible to Bourbon County. As have right now this program will run 3-days a week. We are planning on launching this program at the end of August. We wanted community members to share input on what the weekly schedule should look like and provide feedback. Please fill out this short survey and share with others!
BBCO Public Transportation Survey (google.com)
Submitted by
Rachel Carpenter
Director
The Center for Economic Growth
The Healthy Bourbon County Action Team
PH: 620-215-2562
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Governor Kelly Invites Public Input on Broadband Infrastructure Plan
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Initial Proposal Volume 1 is available for public viewing and comment. The BEAD 5-Year Action Plan, along with Volume 1 and Volume 2, will identify served, unserved, and underserved locations across the state and map out a plan to expand access to high-speed internet.
The BEAD program, established by the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, has allocated more than $451 million to Kansas for the development of broadband networks.
“Universal internet access is essential, and BEAD is a catalyst to a more connected and prosperous Kansas,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “From remote work to telehealth and other critical services, my administration is committed to ensuring every Kansan has the opportunity to thrive in the digital economy.”
Residents, community organizations, businesses, and local authorities from across the state are encouraged to participate in the public comment period for Volume 1 of the Initial Proposal. The document adheres to National Telecommunications Information and Administration (NTIA) guidelines and includes a description of each requirement and attachments.
Volume 1 includes:
- Existing broadband efforts
- Identification of unserved and underserved Kansans
- List of community anchor institutions
“It’s essential to have opportunities for meaningful public comment and connection with the Office of Broadband Development if we are to achieve the goal of universal service,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “Kansas is on the path to a more digitally accessible future, and participation in the public comment period will play a crucial role in shaping the success of the BEAD program.”
These strategic planning documents aim to bring robust broadband connectivity to every corner of Kansas, bolstering economic growth, education, health care, and public safety.
“This historic investment will make bold strides toward closing the digital divide and empowering Kansas communities,” said Jade Piros de Carvalho, Director of the Kansas Office of Broadband Development. “Input from Kansans is needed to ensure everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy enhanced broadband access, creating greater opportunities for all residents.”
Public comments on Volume 1 can be submitted online here until August 30.
Learn more about the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment Plan here.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Aug. 2
Patio Concert on August 25
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Ft. Scott Blood Drive is August 17-18
Ft. Scott Blood Drive
Buck Run Community Center
Thursday, Aug. 17th from 12:45 – 7:00 PM
Friday, Aug. 18th from 9 AM to 1:00 PM
Sign up online at redcrossblood.org
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?order=DATE&range=10&zipSponsor=66701
Gordon Parks Museum Receives Abstracts Created By Parks
Fort Scott, Kan. Aug.1, 2023 – Dr. Matthew Goltl, a Wichita chiropractor and longtime admirer of Gordon
Parks, has donated four of the celebrated photographer’s master prints to the Gordon Parks Museum
at Fort Scott Community College.
The 17-by-22 images are from “The Gordon Parks Signature Collection: Images from the Soul” by
Marcia McCoy, photographer and friend of Parks.
The photographs – titled “Moondown,” “Sky Song,” “Stream-side Blossoms” and “A Memory” – will
become part of the museum’s collections.
“We are so very thankful to Dr. Goltl for this wonderful contribution to our museum; this is a wonderful
addition to our collections,” said Kirk Sharp, executive director.
McCoy also teamed with Parks and Robert Erlichman of Art Guild Press to create an edition suite of
the many iconic photos taken by the Fort Scott native.
“Mr. Parks is a national treasure and has inspired creators globally to have the courage to create and
express their voices and visions,” she said. “We are delighted to share these powerful and inspiring
abstracts with you and the world.”
Butch Hall Memorial Fishing Tournament Sept. 2
Governor Kelly Announces July Total Tax Receipts $13.9M More than Estimate
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that total tax collections for July 2023 were $681.0 million. That is $13.9 million, or 2.1%, more than the estimate. Total tax collections are up $94.7 million, or 16.2%, from July 2022.
“We are starting this fiscal year on strong financial footing, thanks to my administration’s laser-sharp focus on attracting businesses and growing the state’s economy,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “The numbers are clear: we must put money back in the hands of working Kansans through responsible tax cuts.”
Individual income tax collections were $313.7 million. That is $3.7 million, or 1.2%, more than the estimate, and a $13.2 million, or 4.4%, growth from July 2022. Corporate income tax collections were $44.7 million. That’s $4.7 million, or 11.9%, more than the estimate and up 22.2% from July 2022.
“It is important to note that wage withholding, the largest component of the $313.7 million in individual income tax receipts, is 13.4% more than in July 2022. Kansas wage income continues to be strong as the state moves into Fiscal Year 2024,” said Secretary of Revenue Mark Burghart.
Combined retail sales and compensating use tax receipts were $315.3 million, which is $12.3 million, or 4.1%, more than the estimate and up 38.8% from July 2022.
Click here to view the July 2023 revenue numbers.
U234 Clothing and Backpack Drive August 2-16
Chamber Coffee At Laree & Co on August 3
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