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Old Fort Genealogical Society is Re-Opening January 12
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The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Jan. 8
Arrest Summary
STATEN, MADISON JANE, 21
Arrested: 1/7/2026 11:33 PM
Agency: Fort Scott PD
Charges:
– Warrant: Fort Scott Municipal (case E0008190, $500 cash)
– Warrant: Fort Scott Municipal (case E0008190, NO BOND)
Bond Total: $500
DENYER, DURAND COLE, 42
Arrested: 1/8/2026 12:06 AM
Agency: BCSO
Charge: Warrant: Bourbon County probation violation
Bond: $0
HERMRECK, LEVI MATTHEW, 41
Arrested: 1/8/2026 11:33 PM
Agency: Fort Scott PD
Charges:
– Possess Opiates/Opium/Narc Drug And Certain Stim (NO BOND)
– Possession Of Certain Hallucinogenic Drugs (NO BOND)
– Possession Of Certain Stimulants (NO BOND)
Bond: $0
Inmate Released List
GUINN, DYLAN BLAKE, 31
Booked: 01/06/2026
Released: 1/7/2026 at 10:45 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Able Bonding
Source: Arrest Summary PDF | Inmate Released List PDF
Federal Victims of Crimes Grants Announced in Kansas
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Contributors to Wreaths Across America Are Thanked
Cool temperatures and wind did not deter several hundred people from attending the 2025 Wreaths Across America ceremony and laying of wreaths on December 13 at Fort Scott National Cemetery. Volunteers were able to place a remembrance wreath on each grave at the cemetery, thanks to the donations and sponsorships for the 2025 campaign.
At the ceremony, Diann Tucker, location coordinator, announced that there is a matching funds campaign for all donations received by December 31, 2025, to help sponsor wreaths for the 2026 Wreaths Across America event that will be held December 19, 2026. Wreaths are still $17.00 each. You can leave your sponsorship donation at Stewart Realty Co., 1707 S. National, Fort Scott, or call the office (620-223-6700) to use a debit or credit card. Sponsoring during the “match campaign” allows your sponsorship dollars to DOUBLE.
Tucker said they also want to thank all of the volunteers who showed up early to station boxes throughout the cemetery Saturday morning to make it easier for the wreaths to be placed. If you have not yet driven through the cemetery to see the result of the wreaths effort, Tucker invites you to do that. Wreaths will remain at the cemetery until the middle of January when they will be removed and retired.
FSCC Trustees May Be Present Basketball Game January 10
Three or more of the Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees members may be present at the gymnasium of Arnold Arena serving a meal to the men and women’s basketball teams on Saturday, January 10, 2026, starting at 6:30 pm. No official business will be conducted during that time.
Thanks,
Gina Shelton, CPA
Fort Scott Community College
CFO – VP of Finance & Operations
Obituary of Kenneth Lewis Judd, Jr.
Kenneth Lewis Judd, Jr., age 79, passed away Wednesday, December 31st, 2025, at Moran Manor in Moran, KS. He was born February 19, 1946, in Crawford County, KS the son of Kenneth Lewis Judd, Sr. and Elizabeth jane Heckman Judd. Kenneth graduated from Fort Scott High School in 1965. He served in the United State Airforce. Kenneth worked for Fort Scott Community College in the cafeteria. He was a former member of the Lions Club. He enjoyed crossword puzzles and spending time outside with his dog Rover.
Survivors include his siblings Gary Judd and Lavon Judd of Fort Scott, KS and Patricia Judd of Bronson, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by siblings Linda Diane Hutchison, Verlin Eugene Judd, and Sharon Judd; as well as his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 9th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Private burial will take place at a later date. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Word of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Jan. 7
Arrest Summary
GUINN, DYLAN BLAKE, 31
Arrested: 1/6/2026 4:18 PM
Agency: BCSO
Charge: Possess Opiates/Opium/Narc Drug And Certain Stim
Bond: $0
Inmate Released List
JONES, CHRISTINA A, 42
Booked: 12/23/2025
Released: 1/6/2026 at 9:22 AM
Type: Transferred out
Released to: Douglas
MAJORS, SHAUNA APRIL, 24
Booked: 01/05/2026
Released: 1/6/2026 at 1:23 PM
Type: Surety bond
Released to: Self
Source: Arrest Summary PDF | Inmate Released List PDF
Student Art Competition Info Session Is January 14
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KS Labor Report November 2025
TOPEKA –The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) has released the November 2025 Kansas Labor Report. The full report can be accessed here: November 2025 Kansas Labor Report.
The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) has released the October and November 2025 Kansas Labor Reports. Due to the lapse in federal funding during the federal government shutdown, all Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) operations were suspended from Oct. 1, 2025, through Nov. 12, 2025. As a result, KDOL will not publish separate reports for the October and November 2025 Kansas Labor Reports. Establishment survey data from the Current Employment Statistics program for October 2025 will be published with the November 2025 data. Household survey data from the Current Population Survey, which serve as the primary input to the Local Area Unemployment Statistics models, were not collected for the October 2025 reference period due to a lapse in appropriations and will not be collected retroactively.
The December 2025 Kansas Labor Report will be released on Friday, January 23.
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Ken Collins Kansas State Representative-Second District Newsletter
Thoughts From Under the Dome
As I am writing this the 2026 legislative session starts next week but I am in Topeka early to get settled in and ready for the upcoming fun. The House Higher Education Budget Committee is meeting today and although I am not on that committee I will be setting in this afternoon to hear Pittsburg State President Dr. Thomas Newsome give his presentation. I find it helpful to keep in touch with the educational institutions that serve our corner of Southeast Kansas as they are a great resource.
On the subject of upcoming legislation, I am sponsoring House Bill 2412, which will change the offense of endangering a child under the age of six years old from a misdemeanor to a felony. I was prompted to initiate this legislation after meeting with the family of Benny who is a child who suffers from permanent disability as a result of neglectful daycare workers. The persons who were responsible had their day in court, but in my opinion, the sentencing was much lighter than what an offense of this magnitude warrants. The bill also addresses dangerous environments where methamphetamine and fentanyl are involved.
As the legislative session progresses, I welcome your calls and emails to let me know when you agree or disagree. I also enjoy visits from the folks back home so I encourage everyone to spend a day in Topeka as your schedules allow and be sure to let me know that you are coming so I can schedule time to meet. It brings a real positive energy to the halls of the Statehouse when school groups are here, so if you are a teacher, feel free to bring your classes up for a visit. Until next time, Ad Astra Per Aspera.
Ken Collins
Kansas State Representative-Second District
Hosts Needed For 2026 Chamber Coffees
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