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Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Health Care

CHC/SEK Fort Scott to provide walk-in mammograms July 27 

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FORT SCOTT — Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas is hosting a walk-in mammogram event for women age 40 and older who have not received a recent mammogram.

 

The event will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27 at the Fort Scott main clinic located at 401 Woodland Hills Blvd Fort Scott. Refreshments and a gift will be provided.

Women in Southeast Kansas rank far below state and national averages in receiving this life-saving screening, and having the service available within the clinic helps remove barriers many women have in receiving timely breast cancer screenings. Likewise, the walk-in event will give patients an option on when they can arrive. 

Because CHC/SEK believes every woman should have the best quality mammogram available, every patient receives a 3D exam.  A physician’s referral is also not required. The screening is available to eligible women regardless of ability to pay. 

CHC/SEK uses the Hologic Genius system that screens the breast in 4 seconds for a much less compression time, with less radiation exposure than many conventional mammography machines. The Genius exam is also superior for denser breasts that that can hide early signs of cancer in a traditional mammogram. 

In addition, the Hologic Genius scans potentially reduce patient callback by up to 40 percent compared to 2D, sparing the emotional and economic toll of additional testing, including biopsies when there could be nothing wrong. 

For more information people can call 620-670-6710.

 

 

Fort Scott, Government

Agenda for Fort Scott City Commission for July 5

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The complete packet is online at www.fscity.org.

NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR
MEETING OF
FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
CITY HALL
CITY COMMISSION MEETING ROOM
123 SOUTH MAIN STREET
JULY 5, 2022
6:00 P.M.
I. Roll Call:
J. Jones T. Van Hoecke S. Walker M. Wells K. Harrington
II. Flag Salute:
III. Invocation: Led by:
IV. Consent Agenda:
A. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of June 21st, 2022.
B. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1315–A totaling $405,044.03.
C. Request to pay – Insituform – CIPP Sanitary Lining Project – $7,246.69
D. Request to Pay – Susan Bancroft – Financial
V. Public Comment:
(Sign up required. Comments on any topic not on agenda and limited to five
(5) minutes per person, at Commission discretion)
VI. Old Business:
1. Consideration of 623 Short Street and possible demolition.
2. Consideration of Corporate Golf Rate Season Membership
VII. Appearances: David Lipe – Street Closure Request – Care to Share Fundraiser
– 16 N. National Avenue – August 13th, 2022
Aaron Foxworth – Tacos & Tailgates Event – September 3rd, 2022 – Temporary
Street Closure Request
VIII. Public Hearing: None
IX. New Business:
1. Consideration of Land Bank Board position and approval of budget.
2. Consideration of engineering firm for Lake Fort Scott valve.
3. Consideration of publication of Budget Hearing Amendment for July 19th,
2022.
4. Consideration of Charter Ordinance No. 34 relating to Transient Guest Tax
and a Tourism Advisory Board
5. Consideration of Demolition Bids: 601 W. 2nd – 604 W. 5th – 722 S. Heylman
X. Reports and Comments:
A. City Manager Comments:
– Street Equipment Request
B. Director Comments:
C. Engineering Firm Comments:
1. Proposal for Street and Sidewalk Improvement on South Horton Street
from West 18th to West 6th Street and West 6th Street from South Horton
Street to South National
2. Consideration of Addendum No. 1 – Wastewater Design Contract
D. Commissioners Reports and Comments:
C. City Attorney Reports and Comments:
XI. Executive Session – If requested
Bourbon County, Government

Bourbon County Commission Agenda for July 5

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Agenda

Bourbon County Commission Room

1st Floor, County Courthouse

210 S. National Avenue

Fort Scott, KS 66701

Tuesdays starting at 9:00

 

Date: July 5, 2022

1st District-Lynne Oharah                                                                Minutes: Approved: _______________

2nd District-Jim Harris                                                                      Corrected: _______________________

3rd District-Clifton Beth                                                                              Adjourned at: _______________

County Clerk-Ashley Shelton

 

         

MEETING HELD IN THE COMMISSION ROOM

 

Call to Order

 

  • Flag Salute
  • Approval of Minutes from previous meeting
  • Eric Bailey – Road & Bridge Report
  • Bob Reed – Fair Board Budget
  • Kelley Zellner — Discuss demolition incentive and fall cleanup day
  • Justin Meeks – County Counselor Comment
  • Susan Bancroft – Chief Financial Officer Comment
    • 2021 EMPG Grant Discussion
  • Shane Walker – Chief Information Officer Comment
  • Public Comment
  • Commission Comment
  • District Court – 10:30am
  • Judge Ward-Executive Session 75-4319(b)(12) to discuss matters relating to security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures

 

 

 

1pm – 4pm: Department Budget Reviews (open to the public)

 

Register of Deeds

Sheriff/Corrections

Public Works

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Justifications for Executive Session:

          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 security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting would jeopardize such security measures.

Obituary

Obituary of Alfred Basel

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Alfred Heinrich Basel, 86, of Fort Scott, Kansas, passed away early Monday morning, June 27, 2022, at the Girard Medical Center.

He was born June 3, 1936, in Hanau, Germany, the son of Otto and Elisabeth (Froschhauser) Basel.

After moving to the United States as a young man, Alfred married his first wife Brigitte whom he met in Germany, and together they had a daughter, Sonja.  Alfred and Brigitte were later divorced.

Later in life, he met and married Ernestine “Ernie” Mae (Bilyew) Lotterer on February 21, 1990, in Joplin, Missouri, and she preceded him in death June 29, 2006.

Alfred later met Ernestina Plouvier who was a loving caregiver to Alfred’s wife Ernie before she died.  Alfred and Ernestina married on November 12, 2008 and she survives of the home.

Alfred was a Sergeant First Class in the US Army as an Orthotic Specialist, making artificial limbs.  He enlisted in 1958 and served 2 tours in Vietnam as part of a medical evacuation Battalion, honorably retiring after twenty-one years in 1979.

He continued his skill of making orthotic devices for military veterans in San Antonio, Texas for several years.  Later, he worked for Key Industries in Fort Scott as well as other area businesses.

His love of people and travel was well known.  For many years Alfred would travel to Germany around the time of his birthday and the Pentecost celebration.  He also enjoyed the many family reunions in Germany.

Here in the States, Alfred joined Tex Crutcher and many others as part of the Citizens Bank “Funseekers” on many memorable trips over the years.  He also enjoyed traveling seeing nature and historical sites such as Washington, DC.  He particularly enjoyed the wineries in and around Hermann, Missouri.

Alfred was known for giving rides to those that needed them.  His most frequent passenger was Jake Underwood.

Alfred also enjoyed singing.  He found that song is the one thing that helped calm his wife Ernie when she suffered from Dementia.  Later, Alfred and JT Knoll sang many times at the Sunset Manor in Frontenac for the residents there.  That love of singing didn’t end there, he joined the Uniontown United Methodist Church where he regularly sang for the congregation.

 

Survivors include his wife Ernestina of the home; his daughter, Sonja Basel, of Ludwigsburg, Germany, granddaughter Lynn also of Ludwigsburg, step-daughter Shelly Minton (Phil), of Pittsburg, Kansas, and step-son Jay Lotterer (Crystal), also of Pittsburg; a sister, Gisella and her family of Germany and other relatives in Germany.

In addition to his wife Ernie, he was also preceded in death by his parents, and two step-sons, Steven Lotterer, and Jeff Lotterer.

 

Rev. Carl K. Ellis will conduct funeral services at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at the Uniontown United Methodist Church with burial following at the Mt. Orum Cemetery in Redfield, Kansas, under the direction of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Warriors Project, and may be left in the care of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, 15 W. Wall Street, P.O. Box 309, Fort Scott, Kansas, 66701. Condolences may be submitted to the online guestbook at konantz-cheney.com.

 

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

What’s Happening in Fort Scott Newsletter July 1

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott!
July 1st Weekly Newsletter
Happy Independence Day ~ 4th of July Weekend!
UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS
________________
TROLLEY TOURS,
ON THE HOUR FROM THE CHAMBER!
Friday 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
Saturday 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm
$6 adults, $4 children 12 & under
50-minute narrated tour of Historic Fort Scott!
7/1 ~ Uniontown Independence Weekend Bash, sponsored by Union State Bank, click here for details.
7/3 ~ Lake Fort Scott Fireworks Display – Put on by various residents, after dark.
7/3 ~ City of Fort Scott Annual Fireworks Display, Behind FSCC, after dark.
7/2-7/4 ~ Independence Weekend Celebration, Fort Scott National Historic Site, click here for schedule.
7/4 ~ Burke Street Classic Whiffle Ball Tournament, 4 people per team – All ages welcome, 1320 Marblecrest Dr., First pitch at 1pm, click here.
7/4 ~ 40th Annual Burke Street Parade, Starts at 10th & Burke St., 10am, click here for details.
7/4 ~ Uniontown Annual Fireworks Celebration
7/7 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by MyOneStop, 7 N. National Ave.
7/7 ~ Informational meeting on Chamber Blue Health Insurance to be offered to members effective 1/1/23, an interest survey will need to be completed in August to potentially take the insurance. Come learn more at 12pm, Sleep Inn conference room.
7/8-7/9 ~ ACRA/IPRA Rodeo, BB County Fair Grounds, tickets on sale now at the Chamber. Click here for details.
7/9 ~ Woodland Hills 2-person Scramble Golf Tournament
7/7-7/10 ~ John Hill Summer Showcase Baseball Tournament
7/8 ~ Gordon Parks Fundraiser Event featuring Charlie Redd & Luna Voo Doo Music Performance, The Liberty Theatre, doors open at 7pm, click here for more info.
7/10 ~ Charity Partner Spades Tournament, Empress Event Center – 7 N. Main St., 1pm
SAVE THE DATE:
7/15 ~ Chamber Golf Classic, Woodland Hills Golf Course, 10am-4pm, click here.
7/15-7/16 ~ Beat the Heat Downtown Shopping Event
7/18-7/22 ~ Bourbon County Fair
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SHOPPING ~ SUPPORT LOCAL!
Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!
Clickhere for Chamber member
specialty shopping & other retail in
Downtown & other areas of the community.
Fort Scott Area
Chamber of Commerce
620-223-3566
In This Issue
Chamber Highlights
Click here for our
Membership Directory.
We THANK our members for their support! Interested in joining the Chamber?
Click here for info.
Thinking of doing business in or relocating to Fort Scott?
Contact us for a relocation packet, information on grants & incentives, and more!
Seeking a job/career?
We post a Job of the Day daily on our Facebook page, distribute a monthly job openings flyer, and post jobs on our website.
Many opportunities available!
Housing needs?
Click here for a listing of our Chamber member realtors.
Click here for our rental listing.
4TH OF JULY ACTIVITIES IN FORT SCOTT
Click here for PDF printable copy.
BURKE STREET PARADE INFO &
CLASSIC WIFFLE BALL TOURNAMENT AFTER
GORDON PARKS CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER
CHAMBER GOLF CLASSIC TOURNAMENT
FORT CINEMA SHOW SCHEDULE THIS WEEKEND
THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
231 E. Wall Street
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Business

Landmark Bancorp, Inc. to Acquire Freedom Bancshares, Inc.

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(Manhattan, KS and Overland Park, KS) Landmark Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: LARK) (“Landmark”), the holding company of Landmark National Bank, and Freedom Bancshares, Inc. (“Freedom”), the holding company of Freedom Bank, jointly announced this week the execution of a definitive agreement under which Landmark will acquire Freedom and Freedom Bank for cash consideration valued at $33.350 million, subject to potential adjustment as more fully described in the agreement.

 

The agreement has been unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies and is expected to close during the fourth quarter of 2022, subject to customary approvals and closing conditions.  Upon closing of the acquisition, Freedom Bank will be merged with and into Landmark National Bank.

 

 

Special Note Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

 

This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, plans, objectives, future performance and business of Landmark. Forward-looking statements, which may be based upon beliefs, expectations and assumptions of our management and on information currently available to management, are generally identifiable by the use of words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “intend,” “estimate,” “may,” “will,” “would,” “could,” “should” or other similar expressions. Additionally, all statements in this press release, including forward-looking statements, speak only as of the date they are made, and Landmark undertakes no obligation to update any statement in light of new information or future events. A number of factors, many of which are beyond our ability to control or predict, could cause actual results to differ materially from those in our forward-looking statements. These factors include, among others, the following: (i) the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its effects on the economic environment, our customers and operations, as well as changes to federal, state or local government laws, regulations or orders in connection with the pandemic; (ii) the strength of the local, national and international economies; (iii) changes in state and federal laws, regulations and governmental policies concerning banking, securities, consumer protection, insurance, monetary, trade and tax matters; (iv) changes in interest rates and prepayment rates of our assets; (v) increased competition in the financial services sector and the inability to attract new customers; (vi) timely development and acceptance of new products and services; (vii) changes in technology and the ability to develop and maintain secure and reliable electronic systems; (viii) our risk management framework; (ix) interruptions in information technology and telecommunications systems and third-party services; (x) changes and uncertainty in benchmark interest rates, including the elimination of LIBOR and the development of a substitute; (xi) the effects of severe weather, natural disasters, widespread disease or pandemics, or other external events; (xii) the loss of key executives or employees; (xiii) changes in consumer spending; (xiv) integration of acquired businesses; (xv) unexpected outcomes of existing or new litigation; (xvi) changes in accounting policies and practices, such as the implementation of the current expected credit losses accounting standard; (xvii) the economic impact of armed conflict or terrorist acts involving the United States; (xviii) the ability to manage credit risk, forecast loan losses and maintain an adequate allowance for loan losses; (xix) declines in the value of our investment portfolio; (xx) the ability to raise additional capital; (xxi) cyber-attacks; (xxii) declines in real estate values; (xxiii) the effects of fraud on the part of our employees, customers, vendors or counterparties; and (xxiv) any other risks described in the “Risk Factors” sections of reports filed by Landmark with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These risks and uncertainties should be considered in evaluating forward-looking statements, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. Additional information concerning Landmark and its business, including additional risk factors that could materially affect Landmark’s financial results, is included in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

 

Becky Tourtillott

Vice President, Marketing

Landmark National Bank

Office: 620.223.1200 x2321  Fax: 620.223.1336

200 S Main, PO Box 899, Fort Scott, KS 66701

www.banklandmark.com

 

Opinion

Who Inspires You by Patty LaRoche

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Patty LaRoche

In a recent Instagram post, I wrote this: “Heroes do not wear capes.” We all know that. Recently, I watched a newscast which aired our Speaker of the House making a guest appearance on “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” and told the drag queens they “inspired” her. “My honor to be here to say to all of you, how proud we all are of you. Thank you for the joy and beauty you bring to the world,” she said.  “Your freedom of expression of yourselves in drag is what America is all about.”   The drag queens beamed.  I groaned.

As a college assignment, my granddaughter recently was asked to write an essay about the person who most inspired her.  She wrote about a woman she met on a missionary trip who taught her the importance of loving others…not in a fake, self-serving way but in the same way Jesus loved.  One person inspired by freedom of expression, another by loving Jesus.

Who inspires you?

The movie “Maverick” is a blockbuster hit.  Tom Cruise returns to lead a group of Top Gun specialists in a heroic, edge-of-your-seat-type spectacular.  Who of us can watch that without feeling an enormous sense of pride in the U.S. military, not only for their phenomenal piloting skills but also for the design and capabilities of the planes they fly?

The Fourth of July will be celebrated this weekend.  Many of us will have family get togethers, roast hot dogs and shoot fireworks. For that day, we might even play patriotic songs on our iPhones, and when we hear Lee Greenwood’s “I’m Proud to be an American,” we will sing along.  Yet, we who never served in the military cannot begin to understand just what heroes our soldiers are.

Adam and Jenn, my son and daughter-in-law, regularly host PTSD veterans at their ranch.  These heroes come to heal, to team with others who have suffered as they have, and to share their experiences with like-minded veterans.  Once recovered (as much as humanly possible), some return to mentor the newbies who come for the first time.  Statistics are alarming for those who are not helped.  According to U.S.O. reports,     “In 2021, research found that 30,177 active duty personnel and veterans who served in the military after 9/11 have died by suicide – compared to the 7,057 service members killed in combat in those same 20 years.”

This week, Adam and a team of heroes are in Ukraine.  Yesterday, our family received a rare text from him, describing his mission.  A friend in Moldova had called him, asking if his team could bring aid to a church in Ukraine accessible by only two bridges.  One had been blown up two months ago, but the second, hit by a missile a few days previous, was still passable.  The church where they delivered the goods had a pastor who had acted on faith and built a large church, praying that people would come.

Adam wrote, “His first service in the new church was Feb. 20.  Russia invaded on the 24th.  His church now has 1500-2000 who attend daily, evening services…we (E3 Foundation) had bought seven tons of food for his church.  Shortly after buying it, I got a random text from a friend in the states who wanted to make a donation to E3 for just shy of the amount we just spent.”  He ended with this: “God continues to open doors and we continue to see His light overpower the darkness here!”

Let’s remember that the reason we (including drag queens) have the “freedom of expression” to celebrate the 4th of July has nothing to do with us.  It is because of the eternal Hero making that possible by blessing those who fight for that right.

We should all remember that this Independence Day!

Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

Trysta Asche Named 2022 Lowell Milken Center Fellow

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The Lowell Milken Center (LMC) for Unsung Heroes in
Fort Scott, Kansas, an international educational non–profit, has awarded its prestigious Fellowship to Trysta Asche, an 8th –12th grade Language Arts Instructor for Loup City Public
Schools in Loup City, NE.

Trysta arrived in Fort Scott on June 26th for a week of collaboration
with LMC staff.


The LMC Fellowship is a merit–based award for educators of all disciplines who value the importance of teaching respect and understanding through project–based learning. The Center
selects exemplary teachers from the United States and around the world who will collaborate on projects that discover, develop, and communicate the stories of Unsung Heroes in history.


Trysta Asche was honored in 2020 with a national fellowship to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Her strong involvement with Holocaust education and National History Day
competition has provided her students with valuable and life–changing experiences.

One such experience was her work in arranging an Anne Frank traveling educational exhibit for students in Loup City schools, who were given tours by trained high school juniors and seniors.
With degrees in Language Arts and Instructional Technology, experience as a Language Arts instructor and Library Media Specialist and a vast array of certifications and leadership training
experiences, Trysta is able to share a wealth of knowledge with both her students and fellow educators.

Her involvement as a sports coach, sponsor for many organizations and organizer of many student trips and experiences demonstrates the value she places on close relationships with her students, as she seeks to make learning come alive for them.


LMC Executive Director Norm Conard says, “We are so thrilled to have Trysta as a member of our 2022 team of Fellows. Her strong knowledge of language arts, history, research and analysis,
combined with her proficiency in a wide range of technology skills make her an invaluable resource for our Fellowship.


While in Fort Scott, LMC Fellows gain knowledge, educational resources and support in helping students cultivate a passion for learning through the creation of projects that initiate positive
change. Fellows will be equipped to develop Unsung Heroes projects with their students, applying and evaluating the stories of these role models who have changed the world throughout history.

Bourbon County, K-State Extension

K-State Master Gardener Training Offered

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Krista Harding
District Extension Agent, Horticulture
Southwind Extension District
111 S. Butler
Erie, KS 66733
Office: 620-244-3826
Cell: 620-496-8786

Master Gardener Training Offered This Fall

 

Area plant lovers have a great opportunity this fall to participate in an outstanding horticulture program! The Extension Master Gardener training will be held September 1 through December 15 on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Classes will be a combination of on-line and in person training. The Master Gardener program is a volunteer program in which K-State Research and Extension “trades” classroom training for volunteer time.

 

Master Gardener training consists of 40 to 50 hours of instruction in all aspects of horticulture. Instructors include state specialists from Kansas State University, local extension agents and local experts. After training is completed, volunteers will donate an equivalent number of hours of service as was received in instruction.

 

Topics that will be covered in the training include:

  • Plant Growth & Development
  • Soils, Water and Fertilizer
  • Vegetable Gardening
  • Insect Diagnosis & Management
  • Growing Fruit
  • Annuals & Perennials
  • Woody Ornamentals
  • Turfgrass
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Plant Disease Diagnosis & Management
  • Pesticide Use and Safety
  • Wildlife Management

 

Although the Master Gardener program is a volunteer activity, there are some requirements that must be met prior to the selection process. Each individual wishing to participate in the Master Gardener training must meet the following requirements:

 

  • Participants need to be available for about 40 hours of community horticulture service during the first year. The number of hours to be donated is equal to the number of hours of training received.
  • Participants must have access to the internet, a computer/device with microphone and camera capabilities, an actively monitored email account, and be willing to travel to the in-person training site (Iola, KS).
  • Enjoy sharing your love of gardening with others through various Extension Master Gardener projects.

 

The Southwind Extension District currently has an active Master Gardener program consisting of 25 individuals. The Master Gardeners have completed volunteer projects such as demonstration flower beds, vegetable research trials and various other projects in Erie, Chanute, Iola, Humboldt, Moran and Fort Scott. In addition, educational tours and activities are also planned.

 

Applications are available now and are due to the Southwind Extension District by August 10th. Applications can be found on the Southwind website www.southwind.ksu.edu or can be mailed to you. The fee for the course is $125 which covers the cost of the Master Gardener resource notebook. For more information about the Master Gardener training, please contact the Extension office.

 

Krista Harding is a K-State Research and Extension agent assigned to Southwind District. She may be reached at [email protected] or 620-244-3826.

 

K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fort Scott, Government

Fort Scott Fireworks Ordinances Explained

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“With fireworks sales and the Independence Day holiday upcoming we are issuing a press release regarding fireworks ordinances and fireworks safety tips,” said Fort Scott’s Public Relations and Tourism Director said.

“The major amendment to the fireworks ordinance is that it is lawful for fireworks to be discharged from 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. (Midnight) of July 3rd and July 4,” he said. “In the past the ordinance stated that fireworks could be shot on July 4th only. The other points are a good reminder of what residents can and can’t do.”

PRESS RELEASE – CITY OF FORT SCOTT
ORDINANCE NO. 3585 | ORDINANCE NO. 3602
Thursday, June 30, 2022


The City of Fort Scott adopted an ordinance that states that inside the Fort Scott city limits, only Class C (common) fireworks are permitted to be discharged without a Special Events Permit. Class C fireworks are not permitted to be discharged except for the days they are allowed for retail sales.
These dates are from June 27th to July 4th. During this period, they shall not be discharged from the hours of 10:00 p.m. to 7:00
a.m. On July 3rd and July 4th, it is lawful for them to be discharged from 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. (Midnight) of July 3rd and July 4th.

It is illegal to discharge or ignite fireworks in these circumstances:
1. Within 1000 feet of a hospital.
2. Within 50 feet of a location where fireworks are sold.
3. Within 100 feet from any gas pump, filling station or bulk fuel storage facility.
4. It shall be unlawful for any person to throw, cast or propel fireworks of any kind in the direction of or into the path of any person or group of persons, or from, in the direction of or into any vehicle of any kind.
5. Bottle Rockets. “Bottle Rocket” means any pyrotechnical device which is mounted on a stick or wire, and projects into the air when ignited, with or without reports, and include any device with the same configura- tion, with or without reports, which may be classified as a pipe or trough rocket.
6. Any Community College campus or surrounding grounds.
7. Bourbon County Fairgrounds.
8. Any City owned Parks.

No discharging of fireworks from 18th and Horton to 23rd and Horton during the time of the City’s fireworks display.

SECTION 2. The City Manager, Fire Chief or his designated person has the authority to alter the dates of this Ordinance due to severe dry weather conditions, or any other special circumstances.

SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after its adoption and publication in the official City paper.

SECTION 4. Violation of this Ordinance is punishable under Chapter 1.16 of the Fort Scott Municipal Code.

Fireworks Safety
To help the public celebrate safely, the Office of the State Fire Marshal offers the following tips for the safe
use of fireworks:
• Always ignite outdoors
• Have an adult supervise all fireworks activities
• Have a water supply nearby
• Light from a solid, flat and stable platform
• Light only one firework at a time
• Make sure fireworks debris is cooled off completely before disposing
• Never re–ignite malfunctioning fireworks
• Store fireworks in a cool, dry place
• Use a long–handled lighter


Bottle rockets and M80s are illegal in Kansas and extremely dangerous.
The use or sale of these banned fire- works is considered a crime under Kansas law.
It is also illegal in Kansas to shoot fireworks on or under any vehicle, on any public roadway, within 50 feet of a fireworks stand or where fireworks are stored, and at gas stations or any place liquid gas – including propane – is stored.

Always refer to the local ordinances as to whether fireworks are allowed in your area as well as what types.

Some cities or counties have restricted dates/times or types of fireworks that may be sold or discharged.

Fort Scott Fire Chief Dave Bruner said “Fireworks can be exciting and enjoyable, but they can also be dangerous. Please be safe and smart during this Independence Day Holiday.”