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Some Changes for Good Ol’ Days 2019
Good Ol’ Days, the annual Fort Scott town-wide event, begins on Thursday, May 30 and runs through Saturday, June 1, this year.
There have been a few changes in venue for some of the events.
Rhonda Dunn, a member of the Good Ol’ Days Steering Committee, answered the following questions posed to her from fortscott.biz.
Why change of venue for the dances, from outside to inside?
“The committee wanted to move away from the street dance format because they haven’t been well attended in recent years. We did a survey after last year’s festival and people wanted it to stay downtown so we were looking for a solution. The cost of a concert quality stage was very expensive so we opted to utilize Memorial Hall so we can have great concerts without the worry of rain.”
Why the change of venue for the carnival?
“The carnival is a very popular part of the Good Old Days but has been limited by the space we can provide. By moving them to the parking lot at 3rd and Main, we can give them more space which we hope results in more rides and bigger rides.”
Anything else new?
“We are collaborating with Velocity’s Customer Appreciation event and the trolley will shuttle people between the two events making it one great festival. They are planning a BIG car show and motorcycle show and are even giving away a Harley Davidson motorcycle!
The Friday and Saturday night concerts are a big change for the festival and we hope it becomes a fixture of the festival for years to come. Friday night’s concert is the 90’s country band, Restless Heart. Saturday night will be a Beach Party in Memorial Hall with the #1 Beach Boys Tribute Band in the US, Still Surfin.”
Who is on the committee?
“The (Good Ol’ Days) Steering Committee is Shawn Obrien, Charlotte Thompson, Janet Braun, Leah Bowman, Carl Brenner, Melissa Wise, Allyson Turvey. Many other people work with the committee to make all these events happen. We are looking for volunteers to help not only with this year’s festival but work throughout the year to plan for the next year too. Volunteers can contact me by text or call at 620-224-1186.
How many vendors are expected?
“The target of booths is 150.”
What’s Happening in Fort Scott By the Chamber of Commerce
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SAVE THE DATE! Mark your calendars for the Spring Town-wide Garage Sale on Friday and Saturday, May 10th and 11th.
Businesses are encouraged to advertise on the official garage sale map, which will be distributed to shoppers the week of the Town-wide Garage Sale. The maps will be distributed from local stores and the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce. Costs for an advertisement are $25 and $35.
Ad spaces are limited! Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 620-223-3566 or email: [email protected] to reserve your ad space!
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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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Win a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico! Drawing tickets are $5 each, or 3 for $10. All proceeds go to the Good Samaritan Program, which directly benefits Fort Scott Presbyterian Village residents who have outlived their financial resources through no fault of their own.
Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St. (See flyer below for more info)
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Hedgehog.INK now has gardening books on the sale rack in the front of the store – These books are FREE, for a donation to Tri-Valley Horticulture Therapy Program (see flyer below for more info)
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First Ever Poetry Contest at Hedgehog.INK for the month of April – Deadline for entry is April 30th
Pick up an entry form at the store, 16 S. Main (see flyer below for more info)
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SPONSORS WANTED! The PTO that serves Winfield Scott and Eugene Ware are looking for sponsors to adopt students with Back to School supply packs for the 2019 school year. There are over 200 students that still need help with school supplies.
The PTO will be purchasing all the supplies and bundling them per student and delivering them to the school during open house. The cost to sponsor a student is $25, of which 100% go directly to the purchase of supplies. This is not a fundraiser, but rather an act of love and service.
IF YOU WOULD BE WILLING TO SPONSOR ONE OR MORE OF THESE KIDS, contact Suzanne Griffin: 479-263-4059 or email [email protected] by April 26th. Thank you!
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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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FSHS Thespians Rummage Sale – Fort Scott High School Auditorium, 1005 S. Main St.
Friday: 8am-5pm. Saturday: 8am-12pm. Free will donation (See flyer below)
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Car Wash Fundraiser at Typhoon Bay by FSHS Boys Golf – 1510 S. National (next to Heidrick’s True Value), 8am-12pm
Come get your auto cleaned, dried, and vaccuumed while supporting a great proram! Free-will donation
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Spring Off Road 101 Course at KS Rocks Recreation Park – 2051 130th Rd., Mapleton, KS, 9am-5pm
If you are new to the sport or want to learn more, this is the class for you! Limited to the first 40 registrants. $50 per vehicle. For more info, contact 913-782-5611
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| 20 | FSRC Youth Track & Field Meet at Frary Stadium – 9th & Main in Fort Scott, 9:30am
Participants may compete in the following events: 50, 100, 200, and 400 meter dashes; standing long jump; and softball throw. Winners will receive medals at the conclusion of each event. Divisions: 2nd & 3rd grade, 4th & 5th grade $3 per person. Contact 620-223-0386 for more information |
| 21 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm
Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of 5 members on a team). $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. Pre-register at the tap room |
| 23-24 | Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am |
| 23-24 | Blood Drive hosted by the American Red Cross @ BRCC – 735 Scott Ave.
Tuesday from 1-7pm, Wednesday from 8am-3pm |
| 23 | T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm |
| 23 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm |
| 23 | Chamber Board Meeting – Papa Don’s, 10 N. Main, 12-1pm |
| 23 | 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 |
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Job Seeker Focus Group – FSCC Admin. Building, Greyhound Room, 2108 S. Horton
3 Sessions: 8:30-10am, 10:30am-12pm, and
2-3:30pm
Wichita State University’s Public Policy and Management Center will hold focus groups for workers facing obstacles when seeking employment. Come share your job search experiences and earn a $25 gift card! Focus group discussions will center on searching for a job, improving your computer skills, using technology, interviewing with employers, dealing with challenges in getting to work, training at work and more! Seating is limited- register now to reserve your seat
Register at: https://bit.ly/2YJg8cS or contact Katie Givens at: 316-978-6419 (See flyer below for more information)
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| 24 | Breakfast Bingo at BRCC, 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month – 735 Scott Ave., 9-10am
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 |
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Women’s Appreciation Fair & Luncheon – FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton, 11am-1pm
Tickets available at the FSCC Dick Hedges Admin. Building receptionist desk for $6 and reservations are appreciated. Those who pre-purchase 5 tickets by Aprill 22nd will get one free. Reserve by phone, call: 620-223-2700 x 0
(See flyer below for more info)
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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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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 Peerless Products
Location: 2403 S. Main St.
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| 25 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm |
| 25 | Kids in the Kitchen – First Church of God, 1115 E. Wall St., 4-5:30pm
K-State Research and Extension is offering a FREE Kids in the Kitchen class for grades 4th thru 6th grade, each Thursday This class will teach kitchen safety, how to prepare healthy and inexpensive snacks. For more information, please contact Malynda Payne (620) 768-9459 |
| 25 | 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 |
| 25 | 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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A Star is Born (or Died) – Boiler Room Brewhaus, 10 S. National Ave., 7-9pm
Join us at The Boiler Room Brewhaus on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 for karaoke fun. Cheer on your local, favorite star!
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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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| 26 | Aging With Attitude Regional Expo – Community Christian Church, 1919 S. Horton, 9am-3:30pm
A one-day expo providing inspiration, answers to questions, and information to make the most of life! Keynote speaker is Patty LaRoche (“What Matters Most”) (See flyer below for more information) |
| 26 | FREE BBQ 101 Class sponsored by Southwind Extension District – Bourbon County Fairgrounds Meeting Room, 2102 S. Huntington Blvd., 6-8pm
RSVP: 620-223-3720 (See flyer below for more info) |
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Friday Night Concert Series Kick Off – First Southern Baptist Church, 1818 S. Main St., 7-8pm
The Friday Night Concert in the Park Series will kick off Friday, April 26th with piano students performing from the Tucker Music Studio
Due to unpredictable spring weather, the concert will take place at 7pm at the First Southern Baptist Church, 1818 S. Main St. The concerts normally take place at the Heritage Park Pavillion at 1st & Main Streets
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Civil War Encampment at Fort Scott National Historic Site – 1 Old Fort Blvd.
Fort Scott National Historic Site is hosting the Annual Civil War Encampment April 27 and 28. Experience artillery, cavalry and infantry troops preparing for battle. Cooking demonstrations will be in the mess hall and the post sutler will be hawking his wares in the sutler store. A Civil War doctor will be promoting period medical practices and reenactors will be discussing surgery of the era, sometimes at the cost of “an arm and a leg.”
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| 27-28 | Annual Jim Everitt Memorial Pool Tournament at Holmtown Pub – 206 N. National Ave.
Holmtown Pub will be hosting a 6 and under handicap singles tournament on April 27th, $20 entry fee, and a Jack and Jill Scottish doubles, 11 handicap, tournament on April 28th, $40 per team Both tournaments will Calcutta at 11am, with play starting at noon. There will be a $5 green fee per team. Registration is open and available at Holmtown Pub. Direct any questions to James Wood (Woody) at 620-224-9687 |
| 27 | 2019 Fort Scott Pickle Ball Spring Open – Pickle Ball Courts, 910 Burke St., 9am-1pm
Men’s & Women’s Doubles at 9am, Mixed Doubles to follow. Tournament format based on registration numbers. Outdoor Pickle Balls will be used. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals per division. T-Shirt included Divisions; 55 & under; 56 & over $15 for the 1st event and $5 each additional event if registered by April 24th ($20 after that) |
| 27 | T.A.K.E. Defense Training for Women and Girls –
T.A.K.E. (The Ali Kemp Educational Foundation) Defense Trainingprovides girls and women of all ages with unique reality-based, hands-on self-defense training. When you attend a class, you’ll receive priceless awareness education and practical application of the skills demonstrated and learned in the session. We will also cover internet safety, community safety, home safety, safe travel and much more. It’s our goal to give you the advantage if you’re ever in a situation that makes you question your safety For more information and to register, visit the website: http://takedefense.org/ |
| 27 | Elks Lodge 579 Benefit Golf Tournament for City Fireworks Display – Woodland Hills Golf Course, 2414 S. Horton, 11am-4pm
(See flyer below for more information) |
| 27 | Civil War Camp Dance at Memorial Hall – 1 E. 3rd St., 7-9pm
Come dressed in 1860’s Civil War/pioneer attire. All ages welcome. $5 per person at the door. All proceeds go to the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site |
| 27 | Matt Snook (Team Blake Shelton of “The Voice” at Liberty Theatre – 113 S. Main St., 8:30pm
This show features Matt Snook (Team Blake Shelton of “The Voice”) and friends for Snook’s show, “Country Tonight”. Matt returns to the Liberty Theatre for an evening of Country music and fun! Tickets are $30. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit online: www.fortscottliberty.com, or contact the Liberty Theatre Box Office: |
| 28 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm
Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of 5 members on a team). $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. Pre-register at the tap room |
| 30-31 | Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am |
| 30 | T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm |
| 30 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm |
| 30 | 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 |
| May 1 |
Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church,
308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm
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| 1 | Monthly Grief Support Luncheon at Cheney Witt Chapel – 301 S. Main, 12-1pm
A Grief Support Luncheon is hosted by Cheney Witt Chapel the first Wednesday of each month at noon. Anyone dealing with a loss is encouraged to come and bring a friend. Cheney Witt Chapel will provide lunch at the Carriage House, 301 S. Main. Call 620-223-1186 with questions |
| 1 | Bourbon County Coalition Monthly Meeting (public welcome!) – Basement of the First Baptist Church, 123 Scott Ave., 12-1pm |
| 1 | 2nd Annual Combat Warrior Convoy – 1:30 pm
On Wednesday, May 1st we will have our second annual warrior convoy through Fort Scott, honoring our veterans from all branches of the Armed Forces. The overwhelming support our town showed these soldiers last year meant more to them than you will ever know. We would love your help again by simply standing by the street somewhere along the route from Fort Scott Municipal Airport to the E3 Ranch (Route- We’ll start east on Lake Road, North on 69 Highway, Left on National through town, right onto Old Fort Blvd, left on Wall street traveling East all the way out of town.)
Feel free to make a sign, wave a flag, salute or just simply wave as we honor these brave men and women. The convoy will start at 1:30pm on Wednesday, May 1st. Keep an eye on @e3foundation Facebook page for up to date convoy information |
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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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FSCC Theater Department Presents: Loose Ends – FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton, 7:30pm both nights
Before dropping the final curtain on the school year, Fort Scott Community College presents “Loose Ends,” a night of five student- and guest-directed one-act plays (and two monologues) designed to make the audience laugh, cry, think, curse or all of the above
In addition to the short plays, Royalty Mercer, a freshman from Lithonia, GA, will perform two monologues
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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 the National Day of Prayer Breakfast, at the FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center
Location: 2108 S. Horton
The Fort Scott Kiwanis and Cheney Witt Chapel are hosting a buffet breakfast from 7:30-8am; Chamber Coffee program begins at 8am
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| 2 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm |
| 2 | “Gardening at Noon” 2 classes presented by Southwind Extension District – Heritage Park, 102 E. 1st St., 12:15-12:50pm
(See flyer below for more information) |
| 2 | Kids in the Kitchen – First Church of God, 1115 E. Wall St., 4-5:30pm
K-State Research and Extension is offering a FREE Kids in the Kitchen class for grades 4th thru 6th grade, each Thursday This class will teach kitchen safety, how to prepare healthy and inexpensive snacks. For more information, please contact Malynda Payne (620) 768-9459 |
| 2 | 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 |
| 2 | 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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A Star is Born (or Died) – Boiler Room Brewhaus, 10 S. National Ave., 7-9pm
Join us at The Boiler Room Brewhaus on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 for karaoke fun. Cheer on your local, favorite star!
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Save the Date:
– May 3 – Friday Night Concert in the Park
– May 4 – Fort Scott Christian Heights Country Store & Auction, 5K Race/2Mile Fun Walk
– May 4 – Farmers’ Market
– Bourbon County Arts Council Concert on the Patio (featuring Charlie Barrale & Julia Parsons)
– May 4 – Charlie Barrale & Julia Parsons at Boiler Room Brewhaus
– May 10th & 11th – Town-wide Garage Sale
Click here for full events listing on our website.
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New Bus Service From Joplin to Wichita Stops at Fort Scott
Since August 2018, Fort Scottians can take a bus to Wichita and Joplin and points in between on Beeline Express, seven days a week.
“This is a community service for rural Kansans,” said Jim Lynch, the manager of Beeline Express. “It’s subsidized by the Kansas Department of Transportation.”
The pickup point is Pump N Pete’s, 1920 S. Main on 69 Hwy.
Riders can purchase a one-way ticket for $40 for the destination of Wichita, with stops at Iola, Eureka, and El Dorado, Lynch said.
The 48 passenger bus has a restroom and electric chargers for phones, Lynch said.
“You can put the seats back and take a nap,” he said. “We do have wheelchair accessibility.”
“A lot of people use it for Fort Scott to Joplin,” Lynch said. The cost of a ticket from Fort Scott to Joplin is $19, with a stop in Pittsburg.
The bus arrives at 8:55 a.m. at Pump N Petes on 69 Hwy. and arrives at noon in Wichita. It leaves Wichita at 2:45 p.m. on its way back to Joplin.
It arrives at 5:55 p.m. in Fort Scott to pick up riders and arrives in Joplin at 7:15 p.m.
“A person can just show up, pay $40 and get on the bus to Wichita,” Lynch said. To pre-arrange phone 1-855-201-6700. The Beeline office number is 316-249-6774 with office hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
“You can look up the schedule online,” Lynch said. http://www.Beeline-Express.com
For more destinations past both Wichita and Joplin, go to http://www.greyhound.com to secure a ticket to all points in the U.S., he said.
Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferable at the discretion of the ticket agent, according to information provided.
Fort Scott Special Events April 18-21
Chamber Coffee at Presbyterian Village April 18
Join us for Chamber Coffee
Hosted by:
Fort Scott Presbyterian Village
Location:
2401 S. Horton
Thursday, April 18th, 2019
Visit Fort Scott Presbyterian Village’s web
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Chamber members and guests are encouraged to attend for networking, community announcements, and to learn about the hosting business or organization.
Members may pay $1 to make an announcement about an upcoming event, special/sale/discount, or news of any kind.
Upcoming Coffees:
April 25 – Peerless Products
May 2 – National Day of Prayer Breakfast (Pioneer Kiwanis and
Cheney Witt)
May 9 – Woodland Hills Golf Course (City of Fort Scott)
May 16 – Fort Scott Paws & Claws
Music and Comedy: Sharky’s On April 18
What’s Happening in Fort Scott by the Chamber of Commerce
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The Claytons Purchase Union Station
Union Station, in the small town of Uniontown, population 267, has new owners.
The station has been the gathering place/gas station/convenience store in Uniontown for about 20 years, under the ownership of Susan and Ron Eldridge.
Ronni, 32, and Dane, 33, Clayton of rural western Bourbon County, purchased Union Station from the Eldridges, on April 1, 2019.
“We’ve always had the entrepreneurial spirit,” Ronni said. “This came up for sale. We’ve known the Eldridges for years.”
“It seemed like it would be a good investment for the community and our girls, ages 6 and 4,” Ronni said.
Both are graduates of Uniontown High School, Ronni in 2005 and Dane in 2004, and had attended school with the Eldridge’s daughters.
The best thing for the Clayton’s so far is the community, Dane said.
“It’s been great, especially in the morning,” Ronni said. “Friends and family, everybody knows everybody.”
The Claytons have no current plans to change the business.
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” Ronni said.
The phone number remains 620-756-4884.
The summer hours have taken effect and are 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Both continue to work other jobs and fill in shifts when needed at Union Station.
Dane works for Walmart.
“I do heating and air conditioning for Walmart,” Dane said. “My job is flexible.”
Ronni works for the Farm Service Agency in Fort Scott.
The two were working a shift Saturday evening so some employees could attend the Uniontown High School prom, just down the road.
Other employees are Schotze Griffiths, manager; Christy Pritchett, Tammy Davidson, Nicole Clayton, Candace Clayton, Danea Esslinger, and additional high school students.
Advertise For the Town-Wide Garage Sale
Mark your calendars for the
Spring Town-wide Garage Sale on Friday and Saturday, May 10th & 11th…
Now is the time to advertise your business on the official garage sale map!
The maps will be distributed to garage sale shoppers the week of the Town-wide Garage Sale. They will be distributed from local stores and the Chamber of Commerce.
The cost to place an ad is $25 for a regular sized ad, $35 for the larger ad.
Ad spaces are limited, so contact the Chamber: 620-223-3566 or email:[email protected]
to ensure your space!
Small Business Procurement Day
Kansas Department of Commerce Announces 2019 Small Business Procurement Day Event
Topeka, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Commerce is excited to announce 2019 Small Business Procurement Day.
A celebratory event will be held on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Topeka, KS. This free event will provide an opportunity for small businesses to connect with federal agency buyers and contracting officers to determine contracting and procurement opportunities. There will also be a one-on-one Agency-Vendor Engagement Session and training session to learn about resources that will be helpful to the growth and development of small businesses in the procurement market space, including Contracting 101 and FedBid/GSA Purchasing.
Lieutenant Colonel Robert Bartruff, Commander of the 923rd Contracting Battalion (CBN)/Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) will lead the morning welcome. Secretary of Commerce David Toland will join him in providing welcoming remarks.
“Small businesses are the heart and soul of the Kansas economy,” Secretary Toland said. “The Department of Commerce is thrilled to be able to help this state’s small business community grow. Entrepreneurship is alive and well in Kansas, and we’re proud to help foster that spirit across the state.”
Organizations planning to attend the event include Ft. Riley Contracting Command, Whiteman Air Force Base 509th Contracting Squadron, Kansas Army and Air National Guard, McConnell Air Force Base, the Kansas Department of Commerce, MICC Office of Small Business Programs, City of Topeka, U.S. Department of Agriculture, GSA Department of Small Business and the Small Business Administration. Agency participation from Federal, State and local entities is currently still available.
If your organization would like to be included, please contact Kristi Dunn at [email protected] for further information.
The Lead Agency for this event has been the 923rd CBN/MICC-Fort Riley office headquartered at Fort Riley, KS. Other partners and co-sponsors include the Kansas Procurement Technical Assistance Center (KS PTAC), Greater Topeka Partnership, GO Topeka-Entrepreneur Minority Business Development (EMBD), the Kansas Department of Commerce, Office of Minority and Women Business Development and Wichita State University. This is a regional event that is open to all small businesses and contracting organizations.
All categories of small business are invited to attend. To register for Procurement Day, visit this link.
Ryan Brinker
Public Information Officer
Kansas Department of Commerce
1000 SW Jackson St. Ste. 100
Topeka, KS 66612-1354
Phone: 785-296-4931
Cell: 785-276-9723