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Bourbon County, Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas, Health Care, Youth

CHC/SEK Fort Scott welcomes new pediatrician

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FORT SCOTT –– Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas is pleased to announce pediatrician Mary Jo Flint, MD, has joined the medical staff at CHC/SEK’s Fort Scott Clinic, 2322 S. Main St.

 

Pediatricians see to the needs of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. For many young people, a pediatrician is their primary care provider from birth, through the age of 18. Pediatricians have many responsibilities, from regular well-child checkups to diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries, and other health conditions.

 

Dr. Flint is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and most recently practiced in Henderson, Tennessee. She has connections to our region, having previously practiced pediatric medicine in the Kansas City area.

 

Dr. Flint graduated from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and worked in private practice in Kansas City and Children’s Mercy Hospital. She is affiliated with Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Menorah Hospital, Shawnee Mission Medical Center, and St Luke’s East.

 

Outside of her work, she enjoys reading about history and historical biographies, following sports including KC Chiefs, KSU football, and University of North Dakota hockey, attending music and drama events and church.

 

Dr. Flint will join CHC/SEK in September and appointments are now being accepted by calling 620-223-8040.

 

For more information about CHC/SEK Fort Scott Clinic, visit https://chcsek.org

 

Bourbon County

FS Area Community Foundation Announces Grant Cycle

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FORT SCOTT AREA

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

ANNOUNCES 2024 GRANT CYCLE
FORT SCOTT AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

GRANT APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED NOW THROUGH 5PM ON AUGUST 31ST!

THE APPLICATION IS AN ONLINE PROCESS ONLY

CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO APPLY.

SEE BELOW FOR MORE DETAILS!

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The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the grant cycle for 2024 is here and they will be taking applications from now until 5pm on August 31st.

The mission of FSACF is to serve the region by encouraging charitable giving benefiting the common good and improving the quality of life. The Foundation is committed to making a

making a meaningful contribution in the areas of civic improvements, arts and humanities, health, education, human and social services, and the conservation and preservation of cultural and environmental resources.

Grant funds are available to local 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government agencies, and religious institutions. The Foundation considers proposals based on how they improve the quality of life for residents, and is particularly interested in projects that are sustainable in the future. Collaborative projects are strongly encouraged.

In 2023, the Foundation awarded $42,117 to 19 non-profit recipients through its General Funds Grant cycle. Projects in Fort Scott, Mapleton and Uniontown received funding. A history of funded projects can be viewed at https://fsacf.com.

Interested organizations should submit their grant application through the online portal. The link to the portal can be found on the FSACF website.

Completed applications must be received by 5:00 pm, August 31st.
Click HERE to learn more about the

Fort Scott Area Community Foundation.
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street | Fort Scott, KS 66701 US
 
Bourbon County, Fort Scott, History, Youth

Lowell Milken Center Announces Discovery Awards Semi-Finalists

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August 12, 2024

Vol. 6

Announcing the

2024 Discovery Award Semi-Finalists

The Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes is excited to announce the 2024 Discovery Award Semi-Finalists!

The Discovery Award celebrates students who shine a light on unsung heroes through documentaries, performances, or websites. These young researchers are making history by uncovering stories of role models who changed history.

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We welcomed enthusiastic visitors from the Burlington Recreation Center in Burlington, KS, on Friday. They received a program and explored the inspiring stories of Unsung Heroes.
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Bourbon County, Schools

USD 235 New Admin, Educator: Miller, Bolton

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Dustin Miller. Submiited photo.

Dustin Miller, 50, is the new Dean of Students at West Bourbon Elementary School, Uniontown.

Miller is a 1992 graduate of Uniontown High School, earned an associate of science degree at Fort Scott Community College in 1994 and a bachelor of science in education from Pittsburg State University in 2006 in K-6th grade and also 5-8 grade mathematics.

He is currently working on a Master of Science in Education from Emporia State University (projected: Fall, 2024)in educational administration.

“The 2024-25 school year will be my 19th year in education,” he said.  “My first year I taught 5th grade at Truman Elementary in Nevada, Mo.  The rest of my career has been at USD 235. Upon completing my Master of Science Degree in the Fall of 2024, I will become the Principal of West Bourbon Elementary.”

Positions  he has held

  • 5th Grade (6 years: 1st year was at Truman Elementary in Nevada, MO)
  • 7th & 8th Grade Math (2 years)
  • Title I (10 years serving West Bourbon Elementary)
  • Junior High Football

“As an educator, one of the best things is the opportunity to inspire and shape the minds of students, watching them grow and learn new things. It is incredibly rewarding to see students succeed and know that you played a part in their development.”

“One of the biggest challenges for educators is meeting the diverse needs of students in increasingly complex learning environments. Each student has a unique learning style, background, and capabilities, making it challenging to create personalized learning experiences for everyone. Additionally, managing large class sizes, keeping students engaged, and addressing individual needs can be a constant challenge for educators.”

In addition to teaching, he has taken on coaching students.

He served two years as an assistant coach for junior high track, two years as co-head coach in high school baseball, one year as assistant coach of high school track, nine years as assistant coach in high school football, and 13 years as assistant coach of high school basketball (women). 18 years with the program, 13 years as head coach.

“I am an active member of the Marmaton Community Christian Church in Redfield.  I serve my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ as an Elder, Sunday School Teacher, and Wednesday night youth group leader.”

He has been married to his high school sweetheart, Carrie for 31 years and they have four sons.

Trenton (30), is married to Aubri and has two children: Josie & Ruthie.

Gavin (26), is married to Shelby and has two children: Bennett & Isla.

Hayden (23) and Korbin, (20) who is engaged to Haley Steeley.

 

Nancy Bolton is a new English Language Art teacher for 7-8th grade at Uniontown Junior/Senior High School.
She has a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (K-9) from Pittsburg State University and a Master of Science in Education in Library Media (K-12) from Fort Hays State University.
She has been teaching since 1992, as a teacher for 5-8 English Language Arts, 4th grade, 7-8 Social Studies, and as a K-6 and K-12 Librarian.
She and her husband, Steve, have recently moved to Girard for his new position representing the Fellowship of Christian Athletes,  for Bourbon, Crawford, and Cherokee Counties. They were both involved in Ellsworth, KS as middle school youth leaders and FCA huddle leaders.
She is also a member of Beta Sigma Phi, PEO, Kansas Association of School Librarians, and a board member of Westminster Woods Church Camp at Fall River.
They are  “empty nesters” with twin adult children, Micah and Josiah. who graduated from Friend’s University in 2023. Micah is a band instructor at Goddard High School, Jr. High and 5-6th grade. He plays in the Wichita Wind Symphony as well as gives private music lessons. He is married to Maddison. Josiah is the middle school youth director at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, Wichita. He was a member of the cross country and track team while attending Friends and continues to mentor students from around the Wichita area on running while sharing his faith.
“The best thing about being an educator is seeing the students I’ve helped educate go on to successful lives and careers, some as doctors, lawyers, dental hygienists, brick layers, construction workers, HAVC operators, farmers and ranchers, nurses and so on. I also love sharing my love of literature and the written word.”
“The challenge in education is keeping up with technology and social media that students are exposed to,” she said.

 

 

Bourbon County, Government

Uniontown City Council 2024 Amended Budget Hearing, 2025 Budget Hearing Is August 13

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07-24 Revenue Report

2025 Budget

2024 Amended Budget

2024 Financials – July Treas Report, Act v Bud

2024 Amended Budget Hearing 6:30PM, 2025 Budget Hearing 6:45PM, Regular Uniontown City Council Meeting 7PM, Tuesday, August 13, 2024

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

2024 Budget Amendment Hearing

 

2025 Budget Hearing

 

Bid opening for repairs and improvements to building located at 201 Sherman St

 

 

CITIZENS REQUESTS

Raymond “Skeet” George – fence for pickleball court

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Charlene Bolinger – Financial reports

 

APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA

  1. Minutes of July 9, 2024 Regular Council Meeting and July 16, 2024 Budget Worksession
  2. Treasurers Report, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Codes Enforcement:  Doug Coyan

 

 

Superintendent:  Bobby Rich

 

 

Clerk Report:  Sally Johnson  

 

COUNCIL & COMMITTEE REPORTS

Councilman Ervin –

Councilwoman Esslinger –

Councilman Kelly –

Councilwoman Pemberton –

Councilman Stewart–

Mayor Jurgensen –

 

OLD BUSINESS

Pickleball court project –

 

Streets –

 

NEW BUSINESS

 

 

ADJOURN Time ____________ Moved by ______________, 2nd ___________________, Approved ___________

Bourbon County, Government

Uniontown City Council Budget Work Session Minutes of July 16

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The Budget Worksession on July 16, 2024 at Uniontown City Hall, was called to order at 5:30 PM by Mayor Jurgensen.  Council members present were Jess Ervin, Danea Esslinger (5:42), Amber Kelly, Mary Pemberton, and Bradley Stewart.  Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting was City Treasurer Charlene Bolinger and City Clerk Sally Johnson.

 

Clerk Johnson explained why she thought the 2024 budget needs amended and presented her suggestions for amending the general fund and the special highway fund.  Council agreed with suggestions and suggested date for hearing is August 13, 2024, 6:30PM.

 

Clerk Johnson and Treasurer Bolinger presented proposed budget before and after amending 2024 budget.  Council only looked at the after amend proposal.  Several line items were tweaked and Council agreed to not exceed the revenue neutral rate.  Treasurer Bolinger made changes to proposed budget as proposals were made.  The suggested date for budget hearing is August 13, 2024, 6:45PM.

 

Clerk Johnson will email County Clerk of intent to not exceed revenue neutral rate tonight.  She will also have hearing notices published no later than July 31.

 

Worksession adjourned at 7:40PM.

Bourbon County, Government

Minutes of the Uniontown City Council on July 9

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The Regular Council Meeting on July 9, 2024 at Uniontown City Hall, was called to order at 7:00PM by Mayor Jurgensen.  Council members present were Jess Ervin, Danea Esslinger (7:01), Amber Kelly, Mary Pemberton, and Bradley Stewart.  Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting were Mary Pillion (Old Settlers Committee), City Treasurer Charlene Bolinger, Codes Enforcement Officer Doug Coyan, and City Clerk Sally Johnson.

 

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS

 

 

CITIZENS REQUEST

Mary Pillion, Old Settlers Committee – requested to have a street dance again this year on Friday or Saturday and would like to block off Sherman St between 2nd and 3rd Sts.

 

Motion by Kelly, Second by Ervin, Approved 5-0 to allow the street dance on either Friday, August 30, or Saturday, August 31, and to block off Sherman St between 2nd and 3rd Sts

 

A sponsorship form for Old Settlers Picnic was presented.  City provides a trash dumpster and staff to keep public restrooms clean and stocked.

 

Dave Wehry via email – requested to pay his bill in two payments without a penalty assessed as meter was misread by the City in May causing his bill to be very high this month.

 

Motion by Pemberton, Second by Esslinger, Approved 5-0 to allow two payments and waive penalty since we misread in May

 

FINANCIAL REPORT

Treasurer Bolinger presented the June 2024 Treasurer’s Report.  Beginning Checking Account Balance for all funds was $262,758.51, Receipts $57,246.25, Transfers Out $3.026.00, Expenditures $24.827.71, Checking Account Closing Balance $292.151.05. Bank Statement Balance $298.333.35, including Checking Account Interest of $58.67, Outstanding Deposits $117.01, Outstanding Checks $6,299.31, Reconciled Balance $292,151.05.  Water Utilities Certificates of Deposit $37,407.04, Sewer Utilities Certificate of Deposit $21,376.69, Gas Utilities Certificates of Deposit $39,198.64, Total All Funds, including Certificates of Deposit $390,133.42. Year-to-Date Interest in Checking Acct is $342.09, and Utility CDs $883.53 for a Total Year-to-Date Interest of $1,225.62.  Also included the status of the Projects Checking Account for the month of June 2024, Beginning Balance $0, Receipts $0, Expenditures $0, Ending Balance $0.  June Transfers from Sewer Utility Fund to Sewer Revolving Loan $1,402.00; from Water Utility Fund to GO Water Bond & Interest $1,624.00 for Total Transfers of $3,026.00.  Net Income for the month of June $29,392.54, Year-to-Date Net Income $56,671.85.  Budget vs Actual Water Fund YTD Revenue $53,724.09 (43.5%), Expenditures $63,992.22 (39.4%); Sewer Fund YTD Revenue $17,218.50 (46.6%), Expenditures $16,739.80 (39.8%); Gas Fund YTD Revenue $82,090.53 (56.0%), Expenditures $58,322.40 (32.9%); General Fund YTD Revenue $131,202.05 (80.0%), Expenditures $105,806.96 (52.3%); and Special Highway YTD Revenue $3,966.38 (54.6%), Expenditures $0 (0%).  The July 2024 payables to date in the amount of $13,741.22 were presented.  The invoices from KMGA, Homestead Tech, Phillips 66, and Ag Engineering have not been received by noon meeting day.

 

CONSENT AGENDA

Motion by Ervin, Second by Esslinger, Approved 5-0, to approve amended Consent Agenda:

  • Minutes of June 14, 2024 Regular Council Meeting
  • Treasurer’s Reports, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables

 

Request to schedule a budget worksession.  Assessed valuation is down approximately $929,000.  Revenue Neutral Rate for this budget is 63.882.  We must notify County Clerk by July 20 if plan to exceed revenue neutral rate.

 

Motion by Stewart, Second by Esslinger, Approved 5-0 to schedule a budget worksession on July 16, 5:30PM, dinner will be provided

 

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Codes Enforcement Officer Doug Coyan invited owners of 101 Washington to attend regarding yard and inoperable vehicle.  They did not attend; a letter will be sent.  Commended property owners for keeping yards mowed – 102 Franklin, 505 Washington.  201 Fulton has sold and new owner is cleaning up property.  303 Clay has sold.  204 2nd St has new tenant that is sheriff’s deputy.  405 Hill St – they are not getting the mobile home approved by the council.  They are looking for another mobile home but will more than likely sell property as is.  There are some properties that ditches are not being mowed or trimming done.  Behind the buses needs trimmed badly.  505 Wall still has an unregistered vehicle on premises.

 

City Superintendent Rich absent.  He is still waiting on quotes for gas valve replacements.

 

Clerk Johnson asked all to sign a thank you note to Union State Bank for the exceptional Independence Day Bash.  Colby did an awesome job of keeping restrooms clean and stocked.

She also reminded council that City Clerk replacement will need to attend educational trainings as soon as possible. A couple of applications have been received.  Council will keep them on file and continue accepting applications at this time.

Information was received from Repurposed Materials Inc.

She followed up with Brian Allen, BBCOEM, regarding the April flooding.  It may be months before FEMA makes a determination.

Received Approved Pending Adoption Kansas Homeland Security Region H Hazard Mitigation Plan and request for adoption resolution.

 

Motion by Ervin, Second by Esslinger, Approved 5-0 to approve Resolution 2024-0709-1 adopting the Kansas Homeland Security Region H Hazard Mitigation Plan

 

COUNCIL REPORT

Councilman Ervin – nothing

Councilwoman Esslinger – nothing

Councilwoman Kelly – nothing

Councilwoman Pemberton – nothing

Councilman Stewart – asked about fencing that was washed out in April flooding at lagoon.  Superintendent Rich has cleaned up debris and repaired the fence.  After pictures have not been taken yet.

Mayor Jurgensen – nothing

 

OLD BUSINESS

Pickleball Court Placemaking Project – Chalk lines were done then it rained.  They will try to get chalked and completed by August meeting.

 

Warehouse project – Mayor Jurgensen is hopeful to mail out invitation for bids by end of week.  Would like for them to be opened at August 13 meeting and completed by December 15, 2024.

 

Streets – It was requested Superintendent Rich order saturock and patch potholes before school starts.

Mayor Jurgensen is working on mitigation funding for culverts and ditches.

 

NEW BUSINESS

None

 

Moved by Ervin, Second by Kelly, Approved 5-0, to adjourn at 7:58PM

Bourbon County, Government

The Bo Co Commission Agenda for August 12

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Bourbon County Courthouse

210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800

Fax: 620-223-5832

Payroll 8-9-2024

Accounts Payable 8-9-2024

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

 

August 12, 2024 4:00 p.m.

 

Please note this meeting begins at 4:00 p.m.

 

  1. Call Meeting to Order
  2. Flag Salute
  • Budget Discussion
  1. Approval of Consent Agenda
    1. Approval of Minutes from 7/29/2024
    2. Approval of Payroll Totaling $298,476.77
    3. Approval of Accounts Payable Totaling $1,006,244.56
  2. Public Comments
  3. Department Updates
    1. Public Works
  • Eric Bailey-Executive Session KSA 75-4319 (b)(6)
  • Commission Comments
  1. 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.

 

Bourbon County, Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

What’s Happening in Fort Scott

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott! August 9th Weekly Newsletter

SAVE THE DATE!

Fort Scott Fall Town-Wide Garage Sale, September 20th-21st, 2024

Click here to register your sale for only $12, business/organization display ads are available for only $35. Don’t miss out!

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Fort Scott National Historic Site

Guided Tours on Sat & Sun: 10am & 1pm

Currently closed Wednesdays & Thursdays

until further notice.

Visit your National Park!

Click here to see all the FUN classes at The Artificers, classes for ALL ages!

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall. (Taking the month of August off for BINGO & will start again in September)

Farmers’ Market at the Gathering Square Pavilion, Tuesdays 4-6pm and Saturdays 8am-12pm!

Fort Scott Area Community Foundation

Grant Application Period

August 1st – 31st, click here!

8/9 ~ Burlington Recreation Travel Group Daytrip to Fort Scott, over 14 guests. Welcome!

8/9 ~ LIVE music at Brickstreet BBQ by Jericho Jones from 6:30-9:00pm, see flyer below for more information!

8/9 ~ Friday Night Concert, Mariam Self presents Elvis’ Aloha from Hawaii Concert PLUS more favorites, FSCC Round Room, 7pm, all welcome! Click here for details.

8/13 ~ Middle School and High school Open House, middle school 5:30pm-7:00pm and high school 6:00pm-7:00pm

8/14 ~ Preschool/Winfield Scott/Eugene Ware Open House, Preschool-5:00-6:30pm/Winfield Scott-5:00-6:30pm/Eugene Ware-5:30-7:00pm

8/14 ~ St. Mary’s Catholic School Open House, 4:00-5:15pm.

8/15 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Woodland Hills Golf Course, 2414 S. Horton St., 8am

8/15 ~ Summer Sale hosted by Sunshine Boutique, “Scans and Champagne”, Riggs Chiropractic will be having scans/50% off/$8 Grab and Go Bouquets/Champagne and MORE!, see flyer below for more information!

8/15 ~ FSHS Fall Sports Parents Meeting, 6pm

8/16 ~ First Day of School for USD-234

8/16-18 ~ Sunflower Ride at Kansas Rocks Recreation Park, raffle items/BBQ lunch/vendors, click here to pre-register and for more info.

8/17 ~ Heartland Showcase Boer Goat Sale, Bourbon County Fairgrounds, click here for FB event, everyone welcome!

8/17 ~ Pen and Ink Class with Philip Ortiz at The Artificers, 10am-12 or 1-3pm, click here to register or for more information.

8/17 ~ Mighty Ducks Movie Night hosted by First Presbyterian Church at Fort Cinema starting at 1pm, click here for more information.

8/19 ~ Prenatal classes start at SEK Multi County Health Dept, 524 S. Lowman, click here.

8/20 ~ Fort Scott Community College Business Expo in Bailey Hall, 8am-11am, contact Tanya Potthoff if your business/organization would like to participate, see the flyer below for more info.

8/21 ~ Inaugural Tea Party at Papa Don’s, samples to try and dry loose leaf tea for purchase, you can also purchase lunch from Papa Don’s, click here for more information.

8/22 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Clifton Chiropractic, LLC, 203 E. 3rd St., 8am

8/24 ~ Glaze Day at The Artificers, 10am-3pm, click here for more information and to see class schedules!

8/25 ~ Fort Scott High School Soccer Mattress Fundraiser, mattress as well as premium bedding accessories/weighted blankets/luxury pillows & sheets/adjustable power bases/and more, Fort Scott High School Auditorium, 10am-5pm, click here for more information.

8/29 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Tiny Greens and Herbs, location TBA, 8am

8/31-9/1 ~ Alumni & Friends Weekend at Fort Scott Community College, alumni social/hall of fame induction dinner/activity and athletic team/so much more, click here for more info.

8/30-9/2 ~ Uniontown Old Settler’s Picnic, car show/horseshow pitching/parade/vendors/food trucks, street dance begins at 7pm, see flyer below for full schedule of events.

8/30 ~ Labor Day Weekend at Kansas Rocks Recreation Park, tent and RV camping available, reservation required at 913-782-5611, click here for more information.

8/31 ~ Woodland Hills Golf Course Men’s League Scramble at Woodland Hills Golf Course, 8am

SAVE THE DATE:

9/7 ~ First Annual Stair Climb and 5K/Walk Challenge hosted by Fort Scott Fire Department, registration and walk ups start at 8am, 9am event begins, Fort Scott High School Football Stadium, 9:00am-12:00pm, click here for more information!

9/14 ~ Book Signing Event at Hedgehog.INK! Bookstore featuring by Tanya Glessner and her book “New Mercies Every Morning, Devotions for Every Day of the Year”, 12-2pm, click here for more information.

9/20-21st ~ Fort Scott Fall Town-Wide Garage Sale, be included on the official garage sale listing and map, garage sale listing only $12 with a deadline of September 17th at 1pm, click here to register NOW!

9/27-29th ~ Fort Scott Fort Fest, click here for details!

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Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!

Click here 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

Calendar of Events

Special Event Features

THANK YOU Chamber Champion members!!
Chamber Highlights
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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.

Live music, Brickstreet BBQ, Jericho Jones, 6:30-9pm

Summer Sale: Scans and Champagne, hosted by Sunshine Boutique!

Pen and Ink Class with Philip Ortiz at The Artificers!

119th Annual Old Settlers Picnic at Uniontown Park!

Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 30th – Sept. 2nd

Upcoming Movie Schedule @ Fort Cinema
THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!
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231 E. Wall Street
Fort Scott, KS 66701
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Area News, Bourbon County, Government, Health Care

Viral Infections On The Rise In The Region

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A Note from the Bourbon County  Health Officer:
Rebecca Johnson, SEKMCHD Director.
As respiratory illnesses such as colds, flu, COVID-19, and other viral infections are on the rise in our region, it is crucial for our community to take preventive measures to protect both individual and public health. The SEK Multi-County Health Department is urging everyone to be vigilant in practicing habits that can reduce the risk of infection and help control the spread of these viruses.Here are some key steps everyone can take:

  1. Practice Good Hand Hygiene: Regularly wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of viruses.
  1. Wear a Mask: Masks are particularly important in crowded or enclosed spaces where social distancing may be difficult. They help reduce the transmission of respiratory droplets.
  1. Cover Coughs and Sneezes: Always use a tissue or your elbow to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. This simple action helps prevent the spread of germs to others.
  1. Stay Home if You Are Sick: If you are experiencing symptoms of a respiratory illness, please stay home to avoid spreading the virus to others. Rest and recovery are essential for your health and the health of our community.
  1. Get Vaccinated: Staying up to date with your flu shot and COVID-19 vaccine (when available) is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself and others from serious illness. You may also want to consider getting the RSV vaccine if you are pregnant or are 60 years or older.

We encourage everyone to follow these guidelines and stay informed about the latest public health recommendations. Together, we can make a significant impact in reducing the spread of respiratory viruses in our community.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. By working together, we can keep our community healthy and safe.

Sincerely,

Rebecca Johnson, BSN, RN

Administrator/SEK Local Health Officer

SEK Multi-County Health Department

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Becky Johnson, BSN-RN
Administrator/SEK Local Health Officer
SEK Multi-County Health Department
Address 524 S Lowman St, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Website www.sekmchd.com/   Email [email protected]
Phone (620)223-4464   Fax (620) 223-1686
Bourbon County

Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Opens Annual Grant Process

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The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation (FSACF) is now accepting applications for the 2024 General Funds Grant program.  Applications will be accepted through August 31, 2024.

For 2024, up to $87,348 will be available to fund charitable projects in Bourbon County, including $28,579 for healthcare-related requests and $58,769 for others.

The mission of FSACF is to serve the region by encouraging charitable giving benefiting the common good and improving the quality of life. The Foundation is committed to making a making a meaningful contribution in the areas of civic improvements, arts and humanities, health, education, human and social services, and the conservation and preservation of cultural and environmental resources.

Grant funds are available to local 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government agencies, and religious institutions.  The Foundation considers proposals based on how they improve the quality of life for residents, and is particularly interested in projects that are sustainable in the future. Collaborative projects are strongly encouraged.

In 2023, the Foundation awarded $42,117 to 19 non-profit recipients through its General Funds Grant cycle. Projects in Fort Scott, Mapleton and Uniontown received funding.  A history of funded projects can be viewed at https://fsacf.com.

Interested organizations should submit their grant application through the online portal.  The link to the portal can be found on the FSACF website.

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The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation (FSACF) is now accepting applications for the 2024 General Funds Grant program.  Applications will be accepted through August 31, 2024.

The mission of FSACF is to serve the region by encouraging charitable giving benefiting the common good and improving the quality of life. The Foundation is committed to making a making a meaningful contribution in the areas of civic improvements, arts and humanities, health, education, human and social services, and the conservation and preservation of cultural and environmental resources.

Grant funds are available to local 501(c)(3) public charities, schools, government agencies, and religious institutions.  The Foundation considers proposals based on how they improve the quality of life for residents, and is particularly interested in projects that are sustainable in the future. Collaborative projects are strongly encouraged.

In 2023, the Foundation awarded $42,117 to 19 non-profit recipients through its General Funds Grant cycle. Projects in Fort Scott, Mapleton and Uniontown received funding.  A history of funded projects can be viewed at https://fsacf.com.

Interested organizations should submit their grant application through the online portal.  The link to the portal can be found on the FSACF website.

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