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From Linderhof’s Kitchen . . .By Martha Scott
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
I grew up in the midwest but Mother would buy shrimp every once in a while which she always served boiled. We didn’t do a traditional coastal shrimp boil, however, just boiled shrimp as the entree. Served with her shrimp sauce — half mayo and half ketchup. Sheet pan dinners are a fad now and they certainly are easy. You dump everything on a sheet pan, put it in the oven and voila, you have a one pan dinner! This sheet pan shrimp boil made the icy weather go away — it’s simple and delicious!
Preheat oven to 425
1 pound baby potatoes (if they’re big, quarter them)
1 ½ pounds medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 ears of corn, cut crosswise into 4 pieces each
2 Andouille sausage links, thinly sliced
2 lemons, sliced
1 t. Garlic powder
1 T. Old Bay seasoning
2 T. melted butter
2 T. olive oil
Salt and pepper
OLD BAY MAYO
½ c. mayonnaise
2 T. finely chopped chives
1 t. Old Bay
1 t. Dijon mustard
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook potatoes until just tender. About 10 minutes. Drain.
In a large bowl, combine cooked potatoes, shrimp, corn, sausage, lemons. In a smaller bowl, combine garlic powder, Old Bay, melted butter and olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Pour butter mixture over potatoes and shrimp mixture. Toss to combine, then divide between two sheet pans. Bake until shrimp is cooked through and corn is tender, 13 to 15 minutes.
Old Bay Mayo:
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chives, Old Bay seasoning, Dijon, lemon juice and zest.
Westar Help With LIEAP Applications on Feb. 13 in Fort Scott
Westar Energy specialists assist with energy fund applications
Community visits help low income families access federal program
Topeka, Kan., Jan. 17, 2019 – Westar Energy customer advisors are assisting Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) applicants over the upcoming weeks throughout the communities we serve.
Since 2010, Westar Energy customer advisers have partnered with community service organizations to provide on-site support for more than 3,500 households applying for LIEAP funds. Applications are being accepted through March 29, 2019 at 5 p.m.
A schedule to receive assistance is included, but dates sometimes change. A current schedule is posted at WestarEnergy.com. Applicants will need utility account numbers, proof of income and Social Security numbers for all members of their household.
“Thousands of LIEAP applications are rejected each year because of avoidable errors,” Jeff Beasley, vice president, customer care, said. “Our customer advisors understand the application, required documentation and are here to help throughout the process.”
LIEAP is a federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit. To learn more about eligibility requirements or fill out a LIEAP application, visit the Kansas Department for Children and Families website or call 1-800-432-0043.
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2019 LIEAP Community Outreach Schedule
Dates are subject to change. View the current schedule here.
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| Atchison | February 4 | 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Catholic Charities
502 Kansas Ave |
| 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Salvation Army
926 Commercial St |
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| Arkansas City | January 31 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Angels in the Attic
109 S Summit |
| Caney | February 15 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Chaney Chamber of Commerce
320 W 4th Ave |
| El Dorado | January 23 | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Salvation Army
207 W 1st Ave |
| Emporia | January 31 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Salvation Army
327 Constitution |
| Fort Scott | February 13 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce
231 E Wall St |
| Hiawatha | February 12 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | NEK-CAP
1260 220th St |
| Hutchinson | January 29 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Salvation Army
700 N Walnut |
| February 19 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Interfaith Housing
1326 E Ave A |
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| Independence | January 30 | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Community Access Center
307 ½ W Pecan |
| Junction City | February 5 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Workforce Center
1012 W 6th St A |
| Lawrence | January 24 | 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Douglas County Housing Authority
1600 Haskell Ave #187 |
| February 1 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Just Food
1000 E 11th St |
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| February 11 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Douglas County Senior Service Center
745 Vermont St |
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| Leavenworth | January 29 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Catholic Charities
716 N 5th St |
| Manhattan | January 22 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Shepherd’s Crossing
621 Humboldt St |
| February 6 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Workforce Center
205 S 4th St K |
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| Olathe | February 7 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Catholic Charities
333 E Poplar St A |
| Parsons | February 5 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Labette County Assistance
301 N 30th St |
| Pittsburg | February 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Salvation Army
307 E 5th St |
| Salina | January 23 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Salina Food Bank
255 S Chicago St |
| Topeka | January 25 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Salvation Army
1320 SE 6th St |
| January 28 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Catholic Charities
234 S Kansas Ave |
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| January 30 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Community Resource Council
455 SE Golf Park Blvd |
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| Wichita | January 22 | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Center of Hope
400 N Emporia |
| January 24 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Oaklawn Senior Center
2937 Oaklawn Dr |
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| January 25 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Dear Neighbor
1329 S Bluffview |
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| January 28 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Colvin Community Resource Center
2820 S Roosevelt |
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| February 1 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Northeast Senior Center
2121 E 21st N |
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| February 6 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Salvation Army (Citadel)
1739 S Elpyco |
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| February 7 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Shady Way Plaza
1421 N Spruce Ave |
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| February 8 | 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | His Helping Hands
1441 E 37th St N |
Obituary of Larry Lee Shirley
Larry Lee Shirley, age 52, resident of Ft. Scott, KS, died Thursday, February 7, 2019, at his home, following a battle with cancer.
Larry was born September 6, 1966, in Fort Scott, KS, the son of Larry H. Shirley and Shirley (Thurston) Goltra.
He was a 1984 graduate of Ft. Scott High School. After graduation, he worked for B&D Distribution, Ft. Scott, then Mid-Continental Restoration, Ft. Scott. He then worked for Chamberlin Waterproofing, Kansas City, and belonged to BAC Local 15 Bricklayers Union.
Larry loved watching NASCAR races, the KC Chiefs, and the KC Royals. He also loved spending time with his family and many friends. He enjoyed fishing, riding his dune buggy and playing with his grandson, Easton.
Larry married the love of his life and best friend, Tami (Arnold) Shirley on May 1, 2018.
Survivors include his wife Tami Shirley of the home; his father, Larry H. Shirley, Independence, MO, and Sharon Shirley, Ft. Scott; his mother, Shirley Goltra and husband Tim, Ft. Scott; two sons, Codi Winningham and fiancé Jasmine Clayton, Ft. Scott, and Matthew Cassell of the home; one daughter, Skylar Felt and husband Tyler; one grandson, Easton Cox, Ft. Scott; one brother, Steven Weddle and Tricia, Ft. Scott; two sisters, Lisa Nation and husband Rick, and Tessa Feagins and husband Adam, all of Ft. Scott; mother-in-law Vicky Arnold, Ft. Scott; father-in-law Dale Arnold and wife Loretta, Ft. Scott; and brothers-in-law Troy Arnold and Trenton Arnold and spouses. Larry was loved by and survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins; as well as many special friends and co-workers.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lee and Iona Shirley; and maternal grandparents, Lester Thurston and Pearline Thurston Loubier.
There was cremation. The family will receive friends at a memorial visitation from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Thursday evening, February 14th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Private family burial will take place at a later date.
Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Flags Half-Staff In Honor of John Dingell
Governor Laura Kelly orders flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Rep. John Dingell
In accordance with Executive Order 10-12, and following the proclamation of President Donald J. Trump, Governor Laura Kelly has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff from now until sunset on February 9, 2019, in honor of former Rep. John David Dingell Jr, the longest-serving Member of Congress in American history.
“Representative Dingell had a remarkable career – one dedicated to public service and improving the lives of the people of Michigan and our country,” said Kelly. “My deepest condolences are with his family, friends and loved ones. May we honor his legacy of service by finding ways to give back in our own communities.”
To receive email alerts when the governor orders flags to half-staff, please visit https://governor.kansas.gov/newsroom/kansas-flag-honors.
Fort Scott Happenings Feb. 8 by the Chamber of Commerce
| RADIO AUCTION – KOMB All Hit 103.9 FM – Starts Jan. 16 through first week of March, every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Listen for details! | |
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4th Annual KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair – March 7th, Memorial Hall Civic Center, 410 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, 2pm-6pm (See flyer below)
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Care to Share (“The Sharing Bucket”) will be hosting the 5th Annual “TaTa” Ride on June 15th, 2019 and an “AR-15 Gun Raffle”. Raffle tickets are $5 each and on sale now! ATF Regulations apply. Contact Stacey Wright for tickets or more info. (See flyer below)
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Weekly Livestock Sale at Fort Scott Livestock Market. Starting at 10am on both Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays: Cows, Pairs, Big Bulls
Saturdays: Stocker & Feeder Cattle, followed by any cows & bulls that come in late Friday & Saturday. Cafe open both sale days. You don’t have to be a buyer, just to come watch the sale and visit the cafe!
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| 8-9 | IF: Gathering in Fort Scott – Community Christian Church, 1919 S. Horton, Friday 6-9pm/Saturday 10am-5pm
Inter-denominational women’s event, live streamed. Millions of women in local gatherings will be inspired by speakers, worship and conversation IF: Gathering exists to equip women with gospel-centered resources, events and community so they may learn more about who God is and disciple other women right where they are $20 registration includes lunch on Saturday Click here to register |
| 9 | Storytime at Hedgehog.INK – 16 S. Main St., 10:30 am
The Three Little Pigs, retold by Joyce Love, author, and Julie-Anne Harlan, illustrator Make Valentines with Jean Solomonson, card designer, after the story (See flyer below) |
| 9 | Winter Biker Meet & Greet Expo – Boiler Room Brewhaus, 2 S. National Ave., 2-5 pm
All bikers welcome. Come out and meet new people, feel free to promote your club, promote upcoming rides, promote your biker business, network with other bikers, enjoy some good tunes and ice cold micro brewed local beer We will hold a meet and greet on the 2nd Saturday each month through March. No attitudes! We are all Brothers and sisters at the meet and greet. Come by bike, come by car, anyway you can get here. See you all there! |
| 9 | Rotary’s 2019 Dancing With Our Stars – FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2018 S. Horton St., 7pm
Save the Date for Rotary’s 2019 Dancing With Our Stars ~ TOTALLY 80’S EDITION! This will be the 9th Annual Event where dancing entries of 2-9 participants each (couples, trios, teams, etc.) select a song of their choice to reflect the theme, select a charity they wish to dance for, and compete by raising the most dollars for their charity prior to the event and during intermission of the event when attendees vote for their favorite dance entry by voting with their dollars. The winning team will take home a trophy and a cash prize for their charity of choice. Additional awards include most entertaining and best technical performance Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St. (VIP seats: $15/Regular seats: $10) Contact Janet Braun: 620-223-2274 for more info |
| 10 | 3rd Annual Farm Toy Show & Sales – Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Kennedy Gym Building, 705 S. Holbrook, 9am-3pm
Door prize raffles, big noon door prize. Lunch available. $2 admission, children under 10 free Dealer tables: 1st table $15, 2nd & after $10 per table Contact Will Wallis 620-215-6327, [email protected] or Dave Garrett |
| 12-13 | Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am |
| 12 | T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm |
| 12 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12-1pm (Hedges Administrative Building) |
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ABC Regional Commission Meeting & Trail Plan Unveiling – Bourbon County Courthouse, 210 S. National Ave., 1pm-2pm
Please join us as at a meeting with Allen, Bourbon, and Crawford County commissioners to nourish new partnerships, unveil the first ever regional trail plan, and find out who will be appointed to the committee charged with implementing the regional plan
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Heart The ArtEffect Wine & Cheese Reception – Crooner’s Lounge, 117 S. Main St., 4p,-5pm
View the newly displayed ArtEffect Projects – On display at both the Lowell Milken Center Hall of Heroes and Crooner’s Lounge are high quality creative visual art projects celebrating Unsung Heroes
These works of art created by students were entered in The ArtEffect Project, an international competition administered by the Lowell Milken Center
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| 12 | Zumba Classes at FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton
Zumba classes are held every Tuesday & Thursday night from 5-6:15pm. $3 per class Contact Kassie Fugate-Cate: 620-223-2700 for more info |
| 12 | USD 234 Board of Education Meeting – Board of Education, 424 S. Main St., 5:30-6:30pm |
| 13 | Breakfast Bingo at BRCC – 735 Scott Ave., 9-10am (2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month
Come drink some coffee and play some bingo at Buck Run. Staff will provide the bingo cards, the caller, and coffee. Prizes provided by the Fort Scott Recreation Commission |
| 13 | Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) Enrollment at Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St.
The Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce will be partnering with Westar Energy to provide assistance in filling out LIEAP applications. This application assistance outreach is to assist all Kansas customers who may be eligible for these federal funds. You do not need to be a Westar Energy customer to attend and receive assistance in completing your application. Clients are required to have at least $80 in payments within the last 90 days Please bring the following items: Copies of all proof of income for all permanent individuals living in the home who are 18 years old or over; copies of utility bills (gas, electric, propane, wood, etc.) Call Lindsay Madison 620-223-3566 for more info |
| 13 | Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm |
| 13 | Dementia-friendly Neighborhoods: a discussion about how all of us can improve the lives of families going through the dementia experience – Mercy Hospital, 401 Woodland Hills Blvd., 12:30-1:30pm
This Remote Learning Series is bringing education to the community and providing the opportunity to attend a session close to home Call 800-272-3900 to register for any session |
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Adult Coloring Program – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 2-4pm
Join us in the library events room for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. Library provides coloring pages, pens and pencils, and snacks. Bring your own beverage of choice (no alcohol, please)
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TAG (Teen Advisory Group) – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 4-5pm
Exclusively for middle and high school students. We have meetings weekly, including a games & snack night, a community service project, a book club meeting, and a craft night each month
Make a difference in your community while having fun at TAG! Each meeting includes food, drinks, and a good time with your fellow teens. Bring your friends!
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Join us for the weekly Chamber Coffee of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at 8am. This week’s Chamber Coffee will be hosted by Visage Skin Care
Location: 117 E. National
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| 14 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm |
| 14 | Zumba Classes at FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton
Zumba classes are held every Tuesday & Thursday night from 5-6:15pm. $3 per class Contact Kassie Fugate-Cate: 620-223-2700 for more info |
| 14 | Thursday Card Players – Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 6-9pm. Free weekly event to anyone that wants to play cards, drink coffee, eat snacks, and socialize |
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Weekly Livestock Sale at Fort Scott Livestock Market. Starting at 10am on both Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays: Cows, Pairs, Big Bulls
Saturdays: Stocker & Feeder Cattle, followed by any cows & bulls that come in late Friday & Saturday. Cafe open both sale days. You don’t have to be a buyer, just to come watch the sale and visit the cafe!
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| 15 | Gordon Parks Museum Presents: Buffalo Soldier History Presentation “Slave to Soldier” at the Ellis Fine Arts Center (Lunch & Learn) – 2108 S. Horton, 11am-12pm
Guest Speakers: The Alexander/Madison Chapter-Greater Kansas City/Leavonworth Area 9th & 10th Horse Cavalry Association will be in full authenic Buffalo Soldier uniforms The troopers will provide a moving presentation on the great legacy and rich background of the historic Buffalo Soldiers from the years 1866 to 1944. View orginal Buffalo Soldiers artifacts that will be on display during the presentation “Lunch & Learn” Feel free to bring your lunch & drinks if desired. Desserts will be provided (See flyer below) |
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Chili and Cinnamon Roll Lunch Fundraiser to Benefit Alzheimer’s Association – Country Place Senior Living, 820 S. Horton St., 11am-1pm
Chili and Cinnamon Roll Lunch Fundraiser to Benefit Alzheimer’s Association. Meal includes: Chili, cinnamon rolls and crackers. Dine-in or pick-up Recommended donation: $5
(See flyer below)
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| 15 | Friendship Soup Lunch hosted by First United Methodist Church – Fellowship Hall, 301 S. National, lower level, 11:30am-1pm
The February Friendship Soup Lunch will be held February 15, 2019 at First United Methodist Church, 301 S. National. Chili, a variety of soups, desserts, and a drink will be served for a free will donation. Everyone is welcome! |
| 16 | Elton Dan & GDD at Liberty Theatre – 113 S. Main, 8:30pm-11pm
Elton Dan & the Rocket Band, with special guests GDD. Elton Dan is an Elton John impersonator and GDD is a Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band Tickets are $30. Contact Liberty Theatre Box Office: 620-224-9787 |
| 19-20 | Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am |
| 19 | T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm |
| 19 | Manufacturers’ Forum hosted by SEK Inc. at Kendall Packaging Corp. – 1901 East 27th Terrace, Pittsburg, KS, 11:30am-1:30pm
Tickets are $15 for members, $20 for non-members, and include a catered lunch and a tour of the location. For tickets, click here. |
| 19 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12-1pm (Hedges Administrative Building) |
| 19 | Chamber Board Meeting – Papa Don’s Pizza, 12pm-1pm |
| 19 | Community Bingo at Country Place Senior Living – 820 S. Horton St., 2pm-4pm
Residents and the public are invited the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Community Bingo at Country Place Senior Living, 820 S. Horton St. |
| 19 | Zumba Classes at FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton
Zumba classes are held every Tuesday & Thursday night from 5-6:15pm. $3 per class Contact Kassie Fugate-Cate: 620-223-2700 for more info |
| 19 | City Commission Meeting – City Hall, 123 S. Main St., 6-7pm |
| 20 | Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm |
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Adult Coloring Program – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 2-4pm
Join us in the library events room for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. Library provides coloring pages, pens and pencils, and snacks. Bring your own beverage of choice (no alcohol, please)
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Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas – Clinic Benefits & Services Explained at Presbyterian Village – 2401 S. Horton St., 3:30pm
President and CEO of the Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Krista Postai, will be at the Presbyterian Village, located at 2401 S. Horton, Fort Scott, KS to present information about what CHC can do for the Presbyterian Village seniors, staff, family members, volunteers and the Fort Scott community, as a whole
(See flyer below)
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TAG (Teen Advisory Group) – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 4-5pm
Exclusively for middle and high school students. We have meetings weekly, including a games & snack night, a community service project, a book club meeting, and a craft night each month
Make a difference in your community while having fun at TAG! Each meeting includes food, drinks, and a good time with your fellow teens. Bring your friends!
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Join us for the weekly Chamber Coffee of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at 8am. This week’s Chamber Coffee will be hosted by Fort Scott Lofts
Location: 8 E. 1st St.
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| 21 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm |
| 21 | Zumba Classes at FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton
Zumba classes are held every Tuesday & Thursday night from 5-6:15pm. $3 per class Contact Kassie Fugate-Cate: 620-223-2700 for more info |
| 21 | Thursday Card Players – Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 6-9pm. Free weekly event to anyone that wants to play cards, drink coffee, eat snacks, and socialize |
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Save the Date:
– February 22-23 – 4th Annual Prairie Troubadour
– March 7 – 4th Annual KANSASWORKS Statewide Job Fair
Click here for full events listing on our website.
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Jayhawkers Film Feb. 19 at Gordon Parks Museum
Service Notice For Larry Lee Shirley
Larry Lee Shirley, age 52, resident of Ft. Scott, KS, died Thursday, February 7, 2019, at his home, following a battle with cancer. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Thursday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott.
Obituary of Russell Leroy Vann
Russell Leroy Vann, age 80, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at the St. John’s Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.
He was born March 30, 1938, in Ft. Scott, the son of Harry Vann and Peggy Harris Vann. He married Carolyn Harris on August 25, 1962, at Ft. Scott. Russell served with the United States Air Force. He later worked for the Ft. Scott Fire Department for over twenty-five years. He was an avid sports fan.
Survivors include two daughters, Brenda Jean Snow and her husband, Johnny LaTeer Snow of Lawrence, Kansas and Shelly Lynn Jackson and her husband, Paul of Chattanooga, Tennessee and a grandson, Brandon Eugene Snow of Lawrence, Kansas. Also surviving is a brother, Charles Vann.
His wife, Carolyn, preceded him in death on April 18, 2016. He was also preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Harry Glen Vann.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, February 15th at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will
follow in the U. S. National Cemetery where military honors will be provided by the Olson Frary Burkhart Post #1165 Veterans of Foreign Wars. Memorials 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 Reports Feb. 8
Obituary of Inez Irene Sutcliffe
Inez Irene Sutcliffe, age 89, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019, at her home. She was born November 6, 1929, in Oskaloosa, Missouri, the second of six children of Willie A. Carpenter and Carrie E. Guss Carpenter. Irene graduated from the Liberal High School with the Class of 1947. In earlier years, she was employed as a telephone operator in Arcadia, Kansas and later worked for Key Work Clothes in both the factory and later in the office. While with Key she received several outstanding and meritorious awards. Irene married Frank A. Sutcliffe on November 2, 1964, in Miami, Oklahoma. She later worked as bookkeeper for his truck driving business. Irene was a past member of the Business and Professional Women’s Club, V.F.W. Auxiliary, Mercy Hospital Auxiliary and the Red Hat Society. She loved family gatherings, her dogs and cats and flowers, especially roses.
Survivors include a brother, Bill Carpenter and wife Karen, of Liberal, Missouri and two sisters, Leota McClendon of Liberal, Missouri and Wanda “Jay” Dunn of Ft. Scott; and a sister-in-law, Jeanette Carpenter, Lamar, Missouri. Also surviving are eight nephews, Loren Readinger, Darren, Brian, Kevin, Justin, Nathan and Dustin Carpenter and Mike Dunn and four nieces, Linda Tenholder, Susan Jones, Debra Martin and Rhonda Dunn as well as numerous extended family members including Clara and Hannah Dunn who helped provide for her care. Her husband, Frank, preceded her in death on October 23, 1991. She was also preceded in death by her parents, a brother, David Carpenter, a sister, Evelyn Jones and three nephews, Gary Dunn, Randall Readinger and Conner Tenholder.
Pastor Jeff Dillow will conduct funeral services at 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 11th at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Sunday evening at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the V.F.W. 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.
Fort Scott Special Events Feb. 8-9
