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Kansas Arts Commission Funds Creative Projects Across State: Two Fort Scott Recipients
Editor’s note: the following from Fort Scott have been awarded:
| Gordon Parks Museum Foundation | Bourbon | $16,000 | General Operating Support |
| Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes, Inc. | Bourbon | $6,800 | Visiting Artists |
TOPEKA — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced $1,295,450 has been awarded to 108 recipients in the latest round of Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) grant funding. The funds will support museums, arts education, music, dance, visual arts, professional and community theater, creative writing, murals, poetry and other creative projects.
Grants were awarded in 42 counties, with funding going to counties in rural locations such as Graham, Sheridan and Chase, as well as urban areas including Johnson, Sedgwick and Shawnee counties.
“It is important for the state to engage, connect and support the abundant creativity that can be found throughout Kansas,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “The Kelly-Toland Administration knows strategic investments in the arts enrich our communities, strengthen our economy, and enhance our quality of life — all which make our state the best in the nation to live, work and play.”
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis reported in 2022 that arts and cultural production accounted for 2.2% of the Kansas economy (as a share of state GDP), contributing more than 41,000 jobs.
KAC awarded four types of grants:
- The Arts Everywhere grant provides funding for programs, exhibition, series or other arts and culture projects
- The General Operating Support grant funds the general operations of an arts organization
- The Visiting Artists grant brings professional artists to audiences for performances and community interaction
- The Public Art and Murals grant supports art that highlights community pride and local history
“We are grateful for the 57 volunteer panelists who help this process run effectively and efficiently,” Kansas Arts Commission Director Curtis Young said. “Because of their time and dedication, we are able to fund a wide array of community projects across Kansas.”
Funding for Kansas Arts Commission grants comes from the Kansas Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.
To view the full list of recipients, click here. To learn more about the Kansas Arts Commission or funding opportunities, click here or contact Ben Stanton at [email protected] or (785) 213-5959.
About the Kansas Department of Commerce:
As the state’s lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce’s project successes, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazine’s prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governor’s Cup by Site Selection Magazine.
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Obituary of Donald “Butch” Hutchison
Donald “Butch” Keith Hutchison age 81, a resident of Fort Scott Kansas, passed away at his home Sunday July 21, 2024. He was born in Nevada, Mo on September 15, 1942, to Fred and Leota (Withrow) Hutchison.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Frederick Hutchison. Butch graduated from Fort Scott High School in 1960 and then served in the US Navy for 3 years.
He returned to Fort Scott and worked at John Deere for many years, then worked at P&M Coal company in Lacygne Ks, then Kemmerer Wyoming. He retired, returning to his farm in Fort Scott, Ks, where he loved to farm, hunt and fish, while assisting his community as a mechanic.
Butch married his wife, Karen (Dunsworth) on June 10th, 1962, in Hammond, Kansas.
Don is survived by his wife Karen of the home, daughter Donna (Hutchison) Hughes, husband Wade of Neosho, Mo, Cindy (Hutchison) Turner, husband Bill of Millington, Tennessee, and son, Brian Hutchison and Natasha of Fort Scott, Ks. Sister Kay Arnold of Fort Scott, Ks and brother Denny Hutchison of Wyoming. Grandchildren Michael Hutchison (Amy), Amanda Steffen (Sam), Brent Cagle, Brandy Hutchison, Elijah Lindo, Braydon Hutchison, and Andrew Hutchison. 9 Great grandchildren, along with multiple nieces and nephews.
Rev. Chuck Russell will conduct funeral services Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. in the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Private family burial will take place at the U. S. National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel
. Memorial are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS. 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Report July 23
Amended Agenda Of The Bo Co Commission For Today’s Meeting
Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
Brandon Whisenhunt
1st District Commissioner
Jim Harris, Chairman
2nd District Commissioner
Clifton Beth
3rd District Commissioner
Bourbon County Commission Agenda 210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
July 22, 2024 5:30 p.m.
- Call Meeting to Order
- Flag Salute
- Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes from 7/15/2024
- Approval of June Financials
- Public Comments
- Commission Comments
- Adjourn Meeting
Executive Session Justifications:
KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the
attorney-client relationship.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the
representative(s) of the body or agency.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual proprietorships
KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(12) to discuss matters relating to the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting
would jeopardize such security measures.
Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes July Newsletter
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Gene Todd: New Stewart Realty Group Sales Representative
Gene Todd, a local real estate agent who has been involved in land sales in the area for many years, has joined Stewart Realty Company as a sales representative. With him he brings expertise and knowledge of the land markets and buyer contacts throughout the area. Gene was an original sales agents at Stewart Realty Company when it was established under the brokerage direction of Don Stewart. Gene later obtained a broker’s license and started his own real estate company specializing in ag properties. We are pleased to have him come “back home” as part of the real estate team at Stewart Realty.
Gene grew up in the Moran area and has a master’s degree from Pittsburg State University. He married Joyce Goodsell in 1964. Together they raised 5 children. Gene and Joyce have been active in the Methodist Church and local 4-H.
If you want to buy or sell ag property, give Gene a call at 620-224-1086 or 620-223-6700.
Museum of Creativity Will Close For One Month
The Museum of Creativity is about to get even better! We are closing from August 4th to September 5th so that we can update and add attractions.
If you haven’t been in lately, I highly recommend visiting this month to see the new Morphing Mini Golf attraction. We built 3 holes and have many obstacles that you can change to create a new challenge each time you putt.
Our prices have remained low @ $1-$2/ visit for the past 3 years as we’ve been making changes here and there and adding things slowly. After this closure we will be opening up for a $5 entrance fee.
We will be initiating memberships and if you visit once a week they definitely reflect our old price more than the new one. Stay tuned for more information!
Along with this revamp of the museum we are also having a fundraiser. An opportunity for you to become a permanent part of the museum. We are building a picket fence at the museum and you can get your name, a grandchild’s, a business or even a pet’s name put onto a picket. We are asking for a $50 donation for up to 20 characters (including spaces). Our goal is to get at least 100 of these sold by the end of July. You can purchase them here:
You can use this link:
museumofcreativity.ludus.com
to subscribe to our email list and donate to a specific project, improvement or just in general. We are dedicated to using your money wisely to improve the museum for all to enjoy. Now is the time that you can make a huge difference!
We appreciate any and all help this next month as we prepare for this huge update. If you would like to donate time or labor, we would love to include you in our plans. Just reply to this email or shoot us a text. We have never paid employees to manage or improve the museum. Everything we do is through volunteer service. Any and all help is very much appreciated. Here is a list of some of the different projects we are hoping to tackle as part of this revamp:
We hope you will come visit us this month and that you will join us for our grand opening event in September to see all the new changes! (flyers attached below)
As always, please help us spread the word!
Thank you for your support!
Lorina Bowman
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Museum of Creativity
209-204-9743
102 S. National Ave
Fort Scott, KS 66701
FSCC Trustees Meet For Training
The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees will meet today, July 22, at 1:00 pm in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall for a training followed by a building tour. No official business will take place.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports July 22
The Sky is Fuscia by Carolyn Tucker
Keys to the Kingdom By Carolyn Hayward Tucker
The Sky is Fuscia
People can say anything they want, but it doesn’t change the truth. The sky is blue but you can say it’s fuscia — that doesn’t mean it is. I can look in the mirror first thing in the morning and say, “I don’t have any wrinkles.” That would simply mean I don’t have my glasses on yet. The truth is, I do have wrinkles, just not as many as a Shar Pei.
There’s a number of people who refuse to say the Pledge of Allegiance because of the phrase, “under God.” Just because they don’t like those two little big words doesn‘t change the truth. We (everyone on planet earth) are all under God. The Bible makes this clear: “At that time the prophets Haggai and Zechariah…prophesied to the Jews in Judah and Jerusalem. They prophesied in the name of the God of Israel who was over them” (Ezra 5:1 NLT). Since God is over us, that means we are under Him. Personally, I love the U.S.A. flag and what it stands for. I’m thankful to be under God, as that allows Him to be my umbrella and protector.
People can say, “There is no God.” People can say, “There is no devil.” The truth is, both exist and God shouldn’t be blamed for what the devil does. Put the blame on Satan because he’s the “godfather of bad.” God is our Heavenly Father and is responsible for all blessings and everything that’s good. You can blame God unjustly if you want, but it doesn’t change the truth. Jesus makes it clear who’s responsible for bad or good. “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. I am the good Shepherd“ (John 10:10-11 NLT).
But don’t take my word for it, I’m not the final authority on anything — God’s Word is. He trumps every card life plays on His children. I’ll share three excellent scriptures: “So don’t be misled, my dear brothers and sisters. Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow” (James 1:16-17 NLT). Many people see the wonderful works of God all around them and still remain unconvinced. Nevertheless, the truth of His life-changing Word keeps marching on day after day.
“And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32 NLT). Embracing the reality of Christ Jesus brings freedom and peace into one’s life. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, and those wholly following Him can be released from the bondage of lies emanating from our self-absorbed culture. Knowing, accepting, and believing the truth of God’s Word will usually be contrary to what’s popular.
“But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love. God showed how much He loved us by sending His one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through Him. This is real love — not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins” (1 John 4:8-10 NLT). Since God is love, all that He does is done in holy love. When you love your children, you’re not going to give them a gunnysack full of rattlesnakes for their birthday. But the devil would and he’d get a kick out of it.
The Key: Knowing and believing the truth that God is love, and nothing bad comes from Him, will blow your mind and change your life.
Agenda for the Bourbon County Commission on July 22
Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
Brandon Whisenhunt
1st District Commissioner
Jim Harris, Chairman
2nd District Commissioner
Clifton Beth
3rd District Commissioner
Bourbon County Commission Agenda 210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
July 22, 2024 5:30 p.m.
- Call Meeting to Order
- Flag Salute
- Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes from 7/15/2024
- Public Comments
- Commission Comments
- Adjourn Meeting
Executive Session Justifications:
KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the
attorney-client relationship.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the
representative(s) of the body or agency.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual proprietorships
KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(12) to discuss matters relating to the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting
would jeopardize such security measures.