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Obituary of Bobbe Ward

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Bobbe Ellen Ward, 91, passed away on January 29 at Guest Home Estates in Fort Scott where she had resided for the past few years. Bobbe was born on July 4, 1930, in Uniontown, Kansas to Alton and Ellen (Roberts) Clark. She graduated from Uniontown High School.

She married Daniel S. Ward on July 24,1948, in Redfield, Kansas, and he preceded her in death May 9, 2013.

During her husband’s time in the military, she lived in Florida and California, eventually returning to Fort Scott. Bobbe worked as a teacher’s aide and a secretary at Eugene Ware Elementary School for many years.

Bobbe was a member of the First United Methodist Church where over the years she had been involved in Methodist Women, Sunday school, volunteer activities and Cub Scout den mother. She enjoyed square dancing, sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, her coffee group with long-time friends and preparing meals after church on Sunday for her growing family. She loved attending sport and school activities.

Bobbe had the gift of laughter and those that had the pleasure of knowing her never saw her in a bad mood. At Guest Home Estates, the staff called her “their cheerleader.”

Bobbe is survived by two sons, Clark Ward and wife Marla of Bella Vista, Arkansas; and Mark Ward and wife Lisa, Fort Scott; one daughter Rebecca Allen of Fort Scott; eight grandchildren, Daniel Ward, Abby Stepps and husband Trent; Jacki Ferrier and husband Ryan; Joce Renfro and husband Jordan; Christopher Allen; Lauren Ammons; Alex and Austin Ward; four great-grandchildren, Eden Cazares, Tayte, Beighlor, and Trae Stepps.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dan; sister Sylvia Bybee and brother Richard Clark.

Following cremation, private family graveside services will be held at the Fort Scott National Cemetery under the direction of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church or Meals on Wheels and may be left in the care of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, 15 W. Wall Street, P.O. Box 309, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Condolences may be submitted to the online guestbook at konantz-cheney.com.

Fort Scott

Fly the Flag Installation Project Subscriptions Continue

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Friends Now Accepting New and Renewed Subscriptions for U.S. Flags

The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site Inc. is taking new subscriptions and renewals for their Fly the Flag project. The project provides homeowners and businesses, within the city limits of Fort Scott, the opportunity to fly the Stars and Stripes on five different flag holidays during 2022 without the hassle of purchasing, placing, and storing a flag and pole. You don’t even have to remember the holiday!

For $35 annually, the Friends will install a 3’x5′ flag on a 12 foot staff at your home or business on each of the following Flag Holidays :

Memorial Day, May 30th

Flag Day, June 14th

Fourth of July, July 4th

Labor Day, September 5th

Veteran’s Day, November 11th

Agreements for new subscriptions can be obtained at the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce or can be requested by phone or text. Contact Kelley Collins at 417-684-2484. Renewals notices are being mailed/e-mailed to 2021 subscribers. Questions can be directed to Kelley or Martha Scott at 620-224-9924.

Both new agreements and renewals must be returned by March 31, 2022.

All proceeds support programs at Fort Scott National Historic Site. These include: Symbols of Sacrifice, a Citizenship Ceremony, Candlelight Tour, Youth Engagement, and many others.

Show your patriotism and help our local National Park by lining the streets of Fort Scott with our nation’s symbol!

The Fly the Flag project is a yearly project sponsored by the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site. Once signed up, you will receive the option to renew annually.

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Bourbon County, Fort Scott

Fort Scott Knights of Columbus Continue Tradition of Support

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Tri-Valley Developmental Services in located at 4305 Campbell Drive in Fort Scott’s Industrial Park.

The Fort Scott Knights of Columbus Council #796 continue to show their support for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) served by Tri-Valley Developmental Services. Council #796 donated $537.87 raised during the 2021 Tootsie Roll Drive to Tri-Valley. This donation will help support client services and actively assist our neighbors with I/DD in their pursuit of community inclusion. The donation is appreciated by everyone associated with Tri-Valley.

Submitted by : Tricia Campbell

Special Projects Coordinator

Tri-Valley Developmental Services

Fort Scott, Government

Fort Scott City Closings Due to Feb. 2-3 Snowstorm

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In anticipation of the impending winter storm please be aware of the following cancellations:

 

City Brush Dump Site:      Closed Thursday, February 3rd, 2022

 

Gunn Park:   Closed to the Public after 3:30 p.m. today, February 1st, 2022

 

Riverfront Park:  Closed to the Public after 3:30 p.m. today, February 1st, 2022

 

Municipal Court:   No Court held on Thursday, February 3rd, 2022

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Police Department

Local Missing Children Are Found

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On January 31st, 2022 the Fort Scott Police Department received information that 14-year-old Allison Barnett and 13-year-old Rylan Miller were missing.

After school, the two walked away from the Fort Scott Middle School together and did not return home.

Allison was last seen wearing a black hoodie, black leggings, eyeglasses, and a white and blue backpack.

Rylan was last seen wearing a black jacket with a black hoodie underneath it, eyeglasses, and a black backpack.

On February 1st at approximately 10:30 a.m., the children were located near Deerfield, Mo after receiving several tips from the public.

 

Submitted by:

Captain Jason Pickert

Fort Scott Police Department

Government, Kansas

KDOT Asks For Pedestrian and Bicycle Public Transportation Projects

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KDOT announces call for Transportation

Alternatives Program projects
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is announcing a call for projects to be submitted to the Transportation Alternative Program. These include the construction of pedestrian and bicycle facilities and infrastructure for non-driver access to public transportation, projects that enhance safety and mobility for pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders, projects that improve scenic or environmental assets in the state, Safe Routes to School projects and more.

Communities and other organizations interested in applying should start preparing concept forms. This form allows communities to determine eligibility and receive technical assistance prior to submitting a full application. Informational webinars on the process are set for Feb. 4, 7 and 11 – to register, email Jenny Kramer at [email protected].

Project concept forms are due to KDOT by March 4 so review and feedback can take place throughout March. Other key dates for the application process are listed below.

For federal fiscal years 2023 and 2024, project concept forms must be submitted for all proposed TA Program projects before an application will be emailed to project sponsors. This process allows KDOT to provide applicants with technical assistance and feedback on project scopes, eligibilities, cost estimates, appropriateness of TA funding and strength of concept prior to communities submitting an application and competing for funding.

An estimated $18 million in federal funds are anticipated to be available to award for Federal Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024. Some flexibility on the cash match requirement is expected with this round based on population size. Awarded communities will be expected to cover all non-participating expenses (e.g., right-of-way, utilities, etc.).

Important dates:

  • Call for TA project concepts released – Feb. 1
  • Informational webinars – 1:30-3 p.m. on 4, 7 and 11. To register, email [email protected]
  • Concept Forms – due by March 4
  • Concept form review and feedback – Throughout March
  • Applications emailed to approved sponsors – by March 31
  • Applications due – May 13
  • Application review – May 16-June 30
  • Awards announced – Summer

For more information, contact Kramer at [email protected] or (785) 296-5186.
Government, Kansas

Legislative Update by State Senator Caryn Tyson

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Caryn Tyson

 

January 28, 2022

 

The journey of a bill  After a bill is introduced. it is assigned to a committee so that the legislation can be properly vetted.  The chairman can schedule a hearing, allowing people, conferees, to testify.  Legislators can ask questions of conferees, evaluate and propose changes to legislation.  If a majority of committee members vote to advance the legislation, it will then be assigned to the Committee of the Whole.  Committee of the Whole is all of the members of that chamber.  The Majority Leader schedules debate for the Committee of the Whole.  After debate and possible amendments, the Committee of the Whole votes whether to pass the legislation and advance it to final action.  If a bill passes a final action vote, it will advance to the other chamber or it goes to the Governor if it has passed both chambers.  At that point the Governor can sign the bill into law, veto the bill, or do nothing and after 10 days the bill becomes law.

 

The Senate Tax Committee had hearings on two bills where the conferee was a Kansas resident who would like to have sales tax removed on manufacture coupons, Senate Bill (SB) 354, and sales tax removed on delivery charges, shipping and postage, SB 327.  Most people are not aware they pay sales tax on these items.

 

SB 347 is on the fast track to who knows where.  There was a major rush to pass SB 347 out of the Senate Commerce Committee and across the Senate floor.  SB 347 would allow the Secretary of Commerce to give sales, income, and property tax incentives, estimated to be over $1 billion to entice a company, very possibly a foreign company, to come to Kansas.  Proponents say it will bring 4,000 jobs to Kansas.  Good, but what company and what Kansas industries will be impacted by the “new” jobs.  When Kansas was trying to entice NASCAR to come to Kansas everything was up front, legislators knew the business and made the decision eyes-wide-open.  With SB 347, only a few legislators know what company the Governor and Secretary of Commerce are willing to give over $1 billion of taxpayer money.  I was able to get an amendment on that would at least stop the company from getting back more income tax than they paid to the state of Kansas.  I could not support this legislation.  With SB 347, the Secretary of Commerce has the authority to give away billions of dollars and there are no caps or restrictions on the number of companies to receive the tax incentives in the bill.  Disappointingly, the bill passed the Senate 32 to 7.  The House will push the bill through the process in an attempt to put it on the Governor’s desk the first week in February.  Hopefully, the House will be able to kill the current bill or make major changes so that it will be a win for Kansas taxpayers.

 

It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your 12th District State Senator.

Caryn

Fort Scott, Government

Fort Scott Parks Board Committee Opening

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Please see the following Board opening:

This is for the Fort Scott Parks Board Committee:

  • One opening (City resident)

The function of the Fort Scott Parks Board Committee is to provide suggestions to the City Manager and Governing Body regarding all the parks within the City of Fort Scott.

If you have a desire to serve on this board and meet the above requirements, please submit a letter of interest to the City Clerk, Diane Clay, 123 S. Main, Fort Scott, Kansas 66701. The names will be submitted for consideration to the City Commission. All of the boards and commissions serve on a volunteer basis and are not compensated. If you would like more information on this board, please contact Diane Clay, City Clerk at 620-223-0550 or [email protected]. Please submit your letter of interest by February 18th, 2022.

Fort Scott, Government

City Board Vacancy: Golf Course Advisory Board

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City Board Vacancy

Please see below the above opening for the Golf Course Advisory Board:

  • One opening (One City resident) on the Golf Course Advisory Board

The function of the Golf Course Advisory Board is to advise the City Commission in all matters referred to them regarding the Woodland Hills Golf Course. They will also independently evaluate all aspects of the operation of the Golf Course and make recommendations to the City Commission and City Manager. They meet on an “as needed” basis.

If you have a desire to serve on this Board and meet the above requirements, please submit a letter of interest to the City Clerk, Diane Clay, 123 S. Main, Fort Scott, Kansas 66701. She will then submit your letter of interest for consideration by the City Commission. All of the boards and commissions serve on a volunteer basis and are not compensated. If you would like more information on any of these boards, please contact Diane Clay, City Clerk at 620-223-0550 or [email protected]. Please submit your letter of interest by February 18th, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.