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Second Saturday Storytime at Hedgehog.INK Bookstore has been changed from 10:30 a.m. on April 13 to 10:00 a.m., to allow the children to attend the Easter Egg at Buck Run at 11:00 a.m.

Business, Government, Kansas

Statewide Broadband Availability Map

April 3, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

Governor announces statewide broadband availability map, requests public input

Governor Laura Kelly and Lt. Governor Lynn Rogers announced today the completion of the first iteration of a broadband availability map for the State of Kansas. Rogers announced the map at the Rural Opportunities Conference in Dodge City yesterday. The map was made possible through a grant from the Information Network of Kansas (“INK”) Board of Directors.

“High speed broadband access is no longer a luxury, and unfortunately, there are still many areas throughout Kansas without adequate access to quality, affordable advanced broadband services,” Governor Kelly said. “Gaining public feedback and input on this map is an important step that my administration will be taking to identify and close broadband coverage gaps across the state.”

The map indicates where there are areas served and unserved by many of our participating broadband service providers. The map can be accessed at: https://connectednation.org/kansas/interactivemap.

“Improving broadband access is key to growing rural Kansas and ensuring businesses and families can thrive,” said Lt. Governor Rogers. “We must ensure that every Kansan, no matter where they live, has access to the critical infrastructure needed to connect and participate in the 21^st century economy.”

Broadband coverage was reported on a voluntary basis by the state’s broadband service providers.

Starting this month, Connected Nation will deploy network engineers across the state to validate the data reflected on the map, guided by feedback received from the public. Connected Nation will then update the map based on its findings in July. The public is encouraged to submit feedback via a form that can be accessed here: https://connectednation.org/kansas/feedback.

“I hope the public will take time to provide feedback during this mapping process as we work to develop more effective approaches to closing the digital divide, which continues to persist in our rural communities,” Governor Kelly continued. “Our goal is to leverage the knowledge developed so that we are able to target resources more effectively and make Kansas one of the most connected states in the nation.”

Feedback may be submitted via computer, tablet, or mobile phone. Persons submitting feedback are encouraged to provide a short description of the issue and enter the address where the issue can be found. A screenshot detailing the area in question will automatically be submitted if an address is provided under Section 2, which will aid the network engineers and mapping team in pinpointing the problem.

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Business, Entertainment, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Coffee at FSCC’s Arnold Arena April 4

April 3, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

WEEKLY CHAMBER COFFEE REMINDER

Join us for Chamber Coffee

Hosted by:

KOMB 103.9 FM Home Show

Location:

Arnold Arena, located on the Campus of Fort Scott Community College, 2108 S. Horton St.

Thursday, April 4th, 2019

Visit KOMB 103.9 FM’s website

by clicking

here.

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 11th – Fort Scott Christian Heights

April 18 – Presbyterian Village

April 25 – Peerless Products

May 2 – National Day of Prayer Breakfast (Pioneer Kiwanis and

Cheney Witt)

Business, Fort Scott

American Heart Association Donations Accepted at Gordmans

April 3, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

HOUSTON (April 2, 2019) – Happy, healthy hearts start at home, which is why Gordmans has teamed up with the American Heart Association to raise awareness and funds in the fight against heart disease, the leading cause of death among women in the United States.

Through Gordmans’ gThanks program, store guests will have the opportunity to make a donation at the checkout counter to the American Heart Association during the month of April.

“Our guests love saving money and now have the chance to save lives by supporting the American Heart Association to create a world of longer, healthier lives,” said Michael Glazer, President and CEO of Stage Stores. “We invite our guests to get pumped for heart health by joining us in supporting the American Heart Association in our stores – every heart helps!”

Donations to the American Heart Association help pave the way for advancements in preventing, treating or even eradicating heart disease and stroke. American Heart Association research has led to the development of pacemakers, surgeries, drugs and many other lifesaving breakthroughs.

According to the American Heart Association, 80 percent of cardiovascular diseases can be prevented. Leading a healthy lifestyle and being physically active are just a few heart healthy tips. Gordmans guests are invited to share a photo of how they get pumped for heart health. Throughout the month of April, Gordmans will donate a dollar, up to $10,000 for each Facebook and Instagram post mentioning #getpumpedforhearthealth.

Visit gordmans.com/getpumped for American Heart Association facts and benefits, social contest, and link for donating online.

Business, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Meet and Greet April 2

April 1, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

Join us TOMORROW (Tuesday, April 2nd) for the Quarterly Downtown Meet & Greet.

The time will be 8am to 9am at the City State Bank Downtown location. Light refreshments will be served.

Quarterly Meet & Greets are open to Downtown business owners, building owners, or anyone with an interest in Downtown to network, share ideas, or just listen.

Business, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce, Jobs

Job Fair AT FSCC April 2

April 1, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

REMINDER:

The Fort Scott Area

Chamber of Commerce’s

2019 Spring Job Fair

is TOMORROW,

April 2nd from 10am to 2pm

at the FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center

The Fort Scott Area

Chamber of Commerce

is hosting the

2019Spring Job Fair

TOMORROW, April 2nd from 10am-2pm

at the FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center,

2108 S. Horton, in Fort Scott

The Job Fair gives employers the opportunity to recruit students and community applicants

from the Fort Scott area and beyond for both part-time and full-time positions.

Job seekers are encouraged to dress for success, bring copies of a resume, and be prepared to connect with employers.

Attendees may enter a drawing for a door prize of $50 in Chamber Bucks that may be used at over 60 Chamber member businesses.

See flyer below for a full listing of employers and positions

Contact the Chamber for more information

at 620-223-3566 or

email: [email protected].

Business, Fort Scott

Hedgehog.INK Holds Poetry Contest

March 29, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

First Ever Poetry Contest during the month of April

Pick up an entry form at the store beginning April 1, 2019

Form: Your choice of the poetry form you would like to use. Limit length to no more than one page per poem.

Age Groups: 12 and under

13-20

21-64

Super Citizens 65+

Prizes: Prizes will be awarded in each age group.

1^st place – $25

2^nd place – $15

3^rd place – $10

Entry: Entry fee is $5. An entry may include up to 3 poems. One entry per person, fee to be submitted with the application form.

Deadline: All entries must be delivered or mailed to Hedgehog.INK! 16 S Main, Fort Scott, KS 66701 by 5:00 p.m. on April 30, 2019.

Guidelines:

Entries need to be typewritten if at all possible. (Neat hand-written manuscripts will be accepted.)
The attached form will serve as your entry. Include your name, grade, address, email or phone number and the title of each poem submitted.
Each poem should include a title and be submitted on a separate page. No other information should be included. A number will be assigned to each participant at the time of submission.
Remember, do not include your name on your poem.

A poetry contest reception will be held

May 7 at 6:00 p.m. at the store

Winners will be announced at this time

Light refreshments will be served

Hedgehog.INK!

Poetry Contest

Entry Form

Deadline – 5:00 pm. April 30, 2019

Name: ______________________________________ Date: _______________________

Check age group: _____Under 12 _____12-20 _____21-64 _____Super Citizens 65+

Address: ______________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________

Email: __________________________________ Assigned #: _____________________________

Title of each Poem: (Remember each poem needs to be on a separate page.) – Limit of 3 poems

Please deliver or mail your submission and entry fee to: Hedgehog.INK!

16 S. Main

Fort Scott, KS 66701

Questions: Call 620-670-2672

Business, Entertainment, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

What’s Happening in Fort Scott By the Chamber of Commerce

March 29, 2019 Submitted Story Leave a comment

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)
	2019 Spring Job Fair, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce – Employers are hiring! Full-Time & Part-Time positions are available Tues., April 2nd, from 10am-2pm at the FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton Employers may contact the Chamber to reserve a booth at 620-223-3566. Employment candidates should be ready, bring resumes, and dress for success
	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)
29-30	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!
29	Aggie Days 2019 hosted by Fort Scott Community College – 2108 S. Horton, all day Fort Scott Community College welcomes more than 1600 high school students from surrounding areas for AGGIE DAYS! Students will compete for awards in 12 categories: Agronomy, Entomology, Farm Management, Floriculture, Food Science, Livestock Judging, Meat Evaluation, Milk Quality and Products, Nursery Landscape, Poultry, Speech, and Veterinary Science (See flyer below for more info)
29	Lenten Fish Fry hosted by Knights of Columbus – Kennedy Gym behind Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, 705 S. Holbrook Each Friday from March 8th through April 12th. Doors open at 5pm and we serve until 7pm. Menu includes southern fried catfish, baked white fish, spaghetti, green beans, coleslaw, baked potatoes and french fries, grilled cheese for the kids. Free-will donation or $5 for take-out box
30	Bi-Annual Gardener’s Christmas Auction at Tri-Valley Developmental Services – 4305 Campbell Dr. (in the Industrial Park), 9:30am Join the fun at Tri-Valley Developmental Services’ Bi-Annual Gardeners’ Christmas Auction, which will feature a silent auction and plant sale. Annuals, garden tools, silk bouquets, and home/garden items will be available. Doors open at 9:30am, auction from 10am-noon Free gift for each guest!! (See flyer below for more info)
30	Historic Preservation Association of Bourbon County Annual Meeting – Old Congregational Church, 502 S. National Ave., 6-8pm The meeting will feature special guest, Bat Masterson impersonator Jerry Eastman
31	4H Expo Day at Tractor Supply Co. – 2420 S. Main St., 3-5pm The public is invited out to Tractor Supply Co., where local 4H’ers will be sharing their projects with the community
Apr. 2-3	Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am
2	Fort Scott Middle School Pizza Hut Nights Fundraiser – Fort Scott Pizza Hut, 1810 S. Main The middle school fundraiser is always the 1st Tuesday of each month that school is in session. Please plan to eat at Pizza Hut sometime that day and use the FSMS voucher
2	Quarterly Downtown Meet & Greet hosted by the Chamber of Commerce – at City State Bank, 202 Scott Ave., 8am The Chamber of Commerce hosts Quarterly Downtown Meet & Greets at a different location for Downtown business owners or representatives, or anyone in the community with an interest in Downtown to attend and share thoughts and ideas related to Downtown, and to stay current on new happenings
2	Job Fair Spring 2019 hosted by the Chamber of Commerce – FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2018 S. Horton, 10am-2pm Job seekers are encouraged to dress for success, bring copies of a resume, and be prepared to connect with employers. Attendees may enter a drawing for a door prize of $50 in Chamber Bucks that may be used at over 50 Chamber member businesses KANSASWORKS will have a booth on employer and job seeker resources and Fort Scott Community College Phi Theta Kappa will be offering soft skills tips on interviewing, resume writing, and more Employers may reserve a booth by calling the Chamber: 620-223-3566 (See flyer below for more info)
2	T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm
2	Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm
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	City Commission Meeting – City Hall, 123 S. Main, 6-7pm
3	Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm
3	Monthly Grief Support Luncheon hosted by Cheney Witt Chapel – All are welcome! – At the Carriage House, 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. Call 620-223-1186 for more info
3	Bourbon County Coalition Monthly Meeting – Public Welcome! – In the basement of the First Baptist Church, 123 Scott Ave., 12pm-1pm
3	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)
3	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!
4	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 KOMB FM Home Show Location: FSCC Arnold Arena, 2108 S. Horton
4	Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm
4	Author Talk and Book Signing at Hedgehog.INK – 16 S. Main, 1pm Meet and greet author Sally Freeman Jadlow. There will be an author talk, Q & A and booksigning. Her book will be available for purchase in the bookstore. Light refreshments will be served
4	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
4	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
5-6	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!
5-6	KOMB 103.9 FM Home, Sport, Farm & Garden Show – Arnold Arena on the campus of Fort Scott Community College, 2108 S. Horton St. Friday: 5-8pm; Saturday: 9am-3pm (See flyer below)
5	YPL First Friday Luncheon (Young Professionals League of Bourbon County) – Papa Don’s, 10 N. Main St., 12-1pm Join us for the YPL First Friday Luncheon, open to YPL members or anyone interested in the organization
5	Lenten Fish Fry hosted by Knights of Columbus – Kennedy Gym behind Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, 705 S. Holbrook Each Friday from March 8th through April 12th. Doors open at 5pm and we serve until 7pm. Menu includes southern fried catfish, baked white fish, spaghetti, green beans, coleslaw, baked potatoes and french fries, grilled cheese for the kids. Free-will donation or $5 for take-out box
6	FREE Spring Kids’ Fair, hosted by Fort Scott Community College – 2108 S. Horton, on the south side of Bailey Hall, 9am-12pm The event will feature a variety of activities for children of all ages, including a bounce house, first responders, a teddy bear clinic (bring your bears!), games, prizes and more (see flyer below for more info)
9-10	Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am
9	T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm
9	Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm
9	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
9	USD 234 Board of Education Meeting – Board of Education, 424 S. Main St., 5:30-6:30pm
9	2019 Friends Fest, sponsored by the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site, honoring historian Arnold Schofield – Liberty Theatre, 113 S. Main St., 6:30-9:00pm Doors open at 6pm, show starts at 6:30pm. Hearty appetizers will be served prior to the show Tickets are $20 for Friends members, $25 for non-Friends members. On sale now at the Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St.
9	Historic Preservation Association of Bourbon County Meeting – Old Congregational Church, 502 S. National Ave. Board meeting at 6:30pm, program at 7pm. We will have great fellowship, refreshments, and a door prize – hope you can attend!
10	Breakfast Bingo at Buck Run Community Center, 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 the coffee. Prizes provided by the Fort Scott Recreation Commission
10	Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm
10	A Family Affair: a discussion for parents and grandparents about how to support children as they interact with people close to them with Alzheimer’s – Papa Don’s, 10 N. Main St., 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 (see flyer below for more info)
10	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)
10	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!
11	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 Christian Heights High School Location: 1101 S. Barbee St.
11	Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm
11	Kids in the Kitchen, hosted by K-State Research and Extension – First Church of God, 1115 E. Wall St., 4-5:30pm K-State is offering a FREE Kids in the Kitchen class for 4th-6th grade students. The class will be held each Thursday through May 2nd. Students will learn kitchen safety and how to prepare health and inexpensive snacks. For more information, please contact Malynda Payne 620-768-9459
11	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
11	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
	Save the Date: – April 12 – Lenten Fish Fry – April 13 – Easter Egg Hunt @ Gunn Park – April 13 – Crafts for Kids @ BRCC – April 13 – Wreath Ruck 5K/1Mile Walk – April 13 – Author Talk @ Hedgehog.INK – April 14 – Team Trivia at Boiler Room Brewhaus – April 15 – FSHS Prom at the River Room Click here for full events listing on our website.