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KS Governor Signs Tax Cuts Package
Governor Kelly Ceremonially Signs
Comprehensive Tax Cuts Package in Olathe
OLATHE— Governor Laura Kelly today ceremonially signed Senate Bill 1, the bipartisan sustainable tax cuts package, in Olathe. The bill comprehensively cuts Kansans taxes while ensuring the state’s long-term fiscal health.
“Kansans can expect to see meaningful tax cuts and can rest assured they will not threaten our ability to continue fully funding essential services,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “This bipartisan bill delivers the tax relief Kansans needed, deserved, and that our state could afford.”
Senate Bill 1, passed with bipartisan support and signed by Governor Kelly in June, provides Kansans with nearly $2 billion in tax cuts over the next 5 years. The bill completely eliminates state taxes on Social Security income, saving Kansas retirees $152 million in the first year alone.
The bill also reduces property taxes by increasing the residential property tax exemption to $75,000. Residential property owners will save more than $236 million over 5 years. Additionally, the bill reduces income taxes while increasing the standard deduction and the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit.
“By responsibly reducing property and income taxes, we’re implementing comprehensive tax cuts that all Kansans will feel the impact of,” said Kansas State Senator Rob Olson, District 23. “I’m proud to have worked with Governor Kelly and lawmakers of both parties to get this bipartisan package across the finish line.”
Announcing the 2024 Lowell Milken Center Discovery Award Finalists
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The Kitchen C & C, Fort Scott, Awarded KS Department of Agriculture Grant
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The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports August 28
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Obituary of Shirley Motley
Shirley Ann (Coultas) Motley, 86, saw her Savior face to face on August 27, 2024, after a brief illness. Shirley was born September 8, 1937, in Barry, IL to H. Glenn Coultas and Georgia Ann (Smith) Coultas.
She was a 1955 graduate of Barry High School and married John Roy Motley that same year. They raised three sons: Gregg Motley (Kim), Fort Scott, KS, Tim Motley, Seattle, WA, and Chris Motley, Kansas City, MO. After beginning their marriage in Barry, IL, the family moved to Tonawanda, NY, Quincy, IL, Lee’s Summit, MO, and Raytown, MO.
After her three sons were school age, Shirley worked as an office manager and bookkeeper for a newspaper, car dealers, medical practices and her son, Tim’s salon. She was an avid newspaper reader and loved to keep up with current events, the Kansas City Royals, the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas Jayhawks and devotedly followed politics. She loved to bowl, knit, quilt, sew and bake.
Shirley was a devoted Christian and faithfully attended church her whole adult life. She loved old hymns, radio/TV preachers, and reading her Bible. She donated much of her income to her favorite charities, including many for the benefit of the Holy Land. Her faith informed her attitude toward family as she readily welcomed numerous foster children and adopted grandchildren into the family as if they were her own.
Shirley had a sharp mind, quick wit, and a razor tongue, often used to entertain her friends and loved ones. Shirley was feisty and did not tolerate injustice or behavior she considered inappropriate.
In 2018, she moved to Fort Scott, KS, to live near her oldest son, Gregg and his wife, Kim. Her final residence was Guest Home Estates where she received loving care during her final four months of life.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, brothers Glenn Gail Coultas and Dean Coultas, a daughter-in-law, Betty Rose Motley (Gregg), a grandson, Brian Motley and great-grandchildren, Nes Burton and Charleigh Burton.
She is survived by a brother, William Coultas (Diana), Industry, IL, three sons and a daughter-in-law, her eight grandchildren: Allison (Andy), Paige (Keith), Katie, Ben (Rachel), Kaylie (Pedro), Jesse, Khloe (Levi), and Max, and 13 great-grandchildren.
Visitation and a memorial service will be held on Grandparents’ Day and her birthday, September 8, 2024, at the Cheney Witt Chapel,
Fort Scott, KS. Visitation will begin at 1:00PM, followed by the service at 2:00PM.
Cremation. Memorials are suggested to Faith Church and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.
Southwind Extension District 4-H Members Sweep State 4-H Contests at Kansas Livestock Sweepstakes
The Southwind Extension District 4-H members delivered a remarkable performance at the annual Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes held on August 17-18 at Kansas State University in Manhattan. In an unprecedented achievement, the Southwind team won four separate state contests, solidifying their status as the 2024 Champion State 4-H Sweepstakes Team.
The participants representing the Southwind Extension District were MaKinlee Bloesser, Hailey Shadden, Marley Sutton, Kendyl Bloesser, Emery Yoho, Alexa Ellis, Jewel Endicott, Kyser Nemecek, Tate Crystal, Reegan McDaniel, and Byron Fry. These 4-H members, hailing from Allen, Bourbon, and Woodson Counties, demonstrated exceptional knowledge and livestock skills throughout the competition.
The Sweepstakes event consisted of four contests, with scores blended to determine the overall Sweepstakes winners. The Southwind team emerged victorious in all four contests, a first in the history of the event, and were named the Overall Champion Sweepstakes Team. This achievement highlights the dedication and hard work of the Southwind 4-H members.
Top Individual Sweepstakes Winners:
Reegan McDaniel – Reserve Champion; Tate Crystal – 8th; Hailey Shadden – 11th; Kyser Nemecek – 12th
The Southwind teams excelled in the Livestock Quiz Bowl, which began with a qualifying exam. Southwind #3 (Crystal, Nemecek, McDaniel, Fry) won four matches to claim the title of Champion Overall Quiz Bowl Team. Southwind #1 (Sutton, Shadden, Yoho, K. Bloesser) also performed admirably, finishing as the 6th best team.
In the Livestock Judging contest, Southwind #3 (McDaniel, Crystal, Yoho, Nemecek) dominated, winning 1st in Sheep, 1st in Cattle, 4th in Hogs, 1st in Reasons, and earning the title of Champion Team Overall for the second consecutive year. The team is now qualified to compete at the American Royal this fall. Individual highlights include:
Reegan McDaniel – 5th in Reasons, 5th in Cattle, 3rd in Swine, 5th Overall; Kyser Nemecek – 4th in Reasons, 2nd in Sheep, 8th Overall; Tate Crystal – 8th in Reasons, 4th in Sheep, 9th Overall; Emery Yoho – 7th in Cattle
The Meats Judging contest involved identifying 30 retail cuts, six placings classes, and three sets of reasons. Southwind #3 (Sutton, Fry, Shadden, Crystal) was named the Champion Meats Judging Team, with a standout performance in Retail Identification (1st), 5th in Placings and 6th in Reasons. 59 Senior Individuals and 13 teams competed in the contest. Southwind #1 (K. Bloesser, McDaniel, M. Bloesser, Nemecek) were 4th in Placings, 7th in Reasons, 3rd in Retail ID and 4th Team Overall. Southwind #2 (Yoho, Ellis, Endicott) were 10th in Reasons, 9th in Retail ID, 9th Team Overall. Individual accomplishments for the Southwind squad include:
Marley Sutton – 2nd in Retail ID, 3rd Individual Overall; Hailey Shadden – 4th in Retail ID
In the Livestock Skillathon, 4-H members rotated individually through stations that addressed six areas of animal science. Those included feedstuffs, breed identification, equipment identification, meat identification, wool evaluation and a written test. There was also a team component where members worked together on evaluating quality assurance protocols, and demonstrating proper cattle breeding techniques. Out of 29 teams and 154 individuals, Southwind #3 (Crystal, McDaniel, Nemecek, Shadden) once again emerged as the Champion Team Overall, excelling in both the Exam and Practicum components. Southwind #1 also performed well, securing a place among the top teams. Individual Skillathon results include:
Reegan McDaniel – 1st in Exam, 1st in Practicum, High Individual Overall; Tate Crystal – 4th in Exam, 3rd in Practicum, 3rd Overall; Emery Yoho – 2nd in Exam, 9th Overall; Hailey Shadden – 6th in Exam, 7th in Practicum, 7th Overall
This historic sweep is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of the Southwind 4-H members, who pushed each other to “Make the Best Better.” The Southwind District extends its gratitude to the parents, supporters, coaches and past team members for their continued support and guidance.
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Special Meeting of FSCC Trustees is August 29
The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees will be holding a special board meeting on Thursday, August 29 at 3:30 pm in the Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Agriculture Building to hear a presentation from Janet Fancher about the Institute for the Development of Educational Advancement (IDEA), as well as conduct other casual business if needed.
Public Hearing For Verizon Telecommunication Tower is Rescheduled to Oct. 2
PUBLIC HEARING RESCHEDULED
The Public Hearing of the Planning Commission for Case No. 1046 – Conditional Use Permit for Verizon Telecommunications Tower at 2317 Maple Road – scheduled for August 28, 2024, has been cancelled and rescheduled for Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 4:00PM at City Hall.
Lisa A. Lewis, City Clerk
Art-focused, Project-based Learning: ARTEFFECT Ambassadors
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