The 2018 Annual Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce Dinner and Awards Celebration was held at the Liberty Theater, March 15.
On the agenda were the social hour, silent auction, dinner, a live auction, and award presentations.
Guest speakers were Marci Penner and WenDee Rowe of the Kansas Sampler Foundation.
The Fort Scott Farmers Market group met Thursday evening to review 2017 and look to this season possibilities.
The market sets up stalls in front of the Fort Scott National Historic Site at the north end of Main Street starting in May on Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until noon and Tuesday evenings from 4-6 p.m.
It continues until October.
Market stall fees are $5 per day and there is a $5 application fee to reserve a vendor space. Or there is a discounted fee of $4 per day if pre-paid in the amount of $108 for the 27-week market space.
A new president of the market was elected, Stacey Atkins.
Beverly Brown was re-elected as treasurer.
Atkins was the secretary in 2017 and that position is still open.
In 2017 the group facilitated:
The group is looking for honey producers, at the request of community members.
Group member Vickie Shead said she has some honey but production has been difficult with the drift of herbicides that have helped to decimate her bee population.
Traditional offerings of this market are veggies, fruit, eggs, crafts, jellies/jams, baked goods, herbs, live plants, nuts, and pottery.
This year Fort Scott Kiwanis has offered to do Breakfast on the Bricks the first Saturday in May, according to Mickie Kraft, a group member.
Group member Ronnie Brown told about the Bourbon County Food Alliance that he is a part of.
“They were talking about how they could help us, possibly furnishing entertainment, breakfast, public relations, and help with the business part,” Brown said. “They want to see this farmers market extended.”
Brown also mentioned Project 17, which is a regional economic development and community engagement initiative in the southeast region of the state, according to a K-State website.
“Bob Marshall helped initiate it,” Brown said. Marshall was a Kansas Senator from 2009 to 2013.
“Local food is a by-word now,” Brown said. “There is a lot to look forward to, a lot of enthusiasm.”
Newly elected President Stacey Atkins told the group about a program through a Pathways Grant that is seeking input from local food producers.
“On May 3, a Buy and Sell-Meet and Greet will be at 5:30 p.m. at Memorial Hall,” Atkins said. “This meeting will be to bridge the divide between local gardeners and retail food sellers.”
This Saturday, March 17, is St. Patrick’s Day. The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to get out and shop participating retailers for a “Shamrock Saturday” shopping promotion.
Participating retailers will have a Shamrock flyer posted on their window or door, and IF you are wearing green you will qualify for any drawings, deals, or discounts they may be offering. Those participating will have a drawing for $50 in Chamber Bucks gift certificates that may be used at over 50 local stores and restaurants.
May your day be filled with luck as you shop and celebrate this Saturday; shop local, shop the Fort for St. Patrick’s Day this weekend.
Contact the Chamber with any questions or for more information at 620-223-3566 or visit fortscott.com.
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The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce would like to share a few of the Live Auction packages that will be available for purchase at the 2018 Annual Dinner & Awards Celebration tomorrow night March 15 at Liberty Theatre.
1). The Downtown Party – Value $600
Make your way to Downtown Fort Scott and celebrate any occasion at Sharky’s Pub and Grub with 25 of your closest friends! This package includes the entire 3rd floor, food, beer, and wine! A catered affair of wings, chips & salsa, meatballs, spin dip, a half keg of either Blue Moon or Boulevard Wheat donated by Hole in the Wall Liquor, and Wine donated by Libation Station. This will give you a chance to host a party without all the worries that go with hosting! **Reservations are based on availability** Sponsored by Hole in the Wall, Libation Station and Sharky’s Pub & Grub
2). Let’s Par-Tee! – Value $595
If the words PAR-TEE sounds like music to your hears, then this package is perfect for you. You can spend time with your Family or Par-Tee alone. Either way, you can perfect your swing with this One Year Family Golf Course Membership to Woodland Hills Golf Course! Courtesy of Dave Martin & the City of Fort Scott.
3). This Is How I Roll- Value $425
If you have NEVER said “My other car is…” or If you can roll everywhere BUT the Golf Course, you will want this One Year Golf Cart Rental at Woodland Hills Golf Course. Courtesy of Dave Martin & the City of Fort Scott Woodland Hills Golf Course.
4). Brew & ‘Cue – Value $550 –
You and 9 of your friends can Join Jim and Martha Scott on their patio to enjoy some of Jim’s Famous ‘Cue while Sippin on some Ice Cold Brew. Includes appetizers, a Selection of Smoked Meats (Kansas City Style) and Traditional Sides of Smokestack baked beans, and the BEST Macaroni Salad and Coleslaw around. And be sure to save some room because it comes with one of Martha’s Fabulous Desserts as well.
5). Tumbleweed Country Music & Camping Festival held June 14-16 – Value $2600
Enjoy a weekend of Real Country Music with Friends and Family OR Host Employees and/or Customers at the
3rd Annual Tumbleweed Country Music & Camping Festival held for the 1st time in LaCygne KS. Enjoy music from artist Cody Johnson, Marty Stuart and many more, Camping, Canoe Trips, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Helicopter Rides (just $20), Zip Line, Rock Wall, Archery, Hiking, Fishing, Showers, Cabins, Food Trucks KC Style, Petting Zoo, Craft Vendors and Horse-Drawn Carriages. There is something for everyone.
6.) Get Fit! Value $1000
This package includes a one-year family membership to Mercy Health for Life, 3 sessions in the Hydroworx 300, 6 personal trainer sessions with Mr. Flex himself – Rich Wallace, 4 nutritional coaching sessions with Sherise Beckham, Resistance Tubes – short and long. A Jump rope, Weights, Hand Grips, Waist pack, Sun Visor, Dry-Tex Shirt, Protein bars & energy chews. Sponsored by Mercy, Mercy Health for life & the Chamber Work Force Development Team.
7). Hometown Pride Fan Package – Value $432
This package is brought to you by USD 234 Fort Scott schools and Fort Scott Community College. You can never have too much fan gear. This package includes t-shirts, a windbreaker, decals for your car, John Deere towels, and much more. Play a little tune on your guitar with custom tiger guitar picks made by students at Fort Scott Middle School. Dress in your new gear and then head to Fort Scott’s own Papa Don’s Restaurant for pizza, bread-sticks or maybe a hot sub. Come cheer on your favorite Tigers and Greyhounds with a sports pass giving you entry into every game. Sponsored by USD 234, FSCC and the Chamber Downtown Division.
8). Girls Night Out – 5 Course Dinner – Priceless
You and 7 guests, will enjoy a private dining experience in the Iron Star Loft above the Downtown storefront. This 5-course meal is hosted by Barbara Trimbur and includes Soup or Appetizer, Salad, Individual Beef Wellington, Roasted Vegetables, and Dessert. Guest are invited to bring their favorite beverage. Get the girls together and bid on this wonderful evening sponsored by Iron Star Antiques & Such.
9). Chiefs Kingdom $360
This package includes 4 tickets to a 2018 Kansas City Chiefs Pre-Season game with seats on the Front Row behind the visitor’s bench Donated by David Shepherd and Bourbon County Cars. Gas Cards from Pets and a Certificate from Price Chopper.
And More.
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Craw-Kan Telephone Cooperative, Girard, is extending its’ “Fiber to the Home” network into the city limits of Fort Scott.
“We will be offering ultra-fast fiber optic internet up to 1 gigabit, high definition cable TV services, and phone service to residences and businesses,” said Zach Adams, Manager of Marketing and Customer Service of Craw-Kan Telephone Cooperative.
“We will be providing better, faster, more reliable services using the latest technology at extremely competitive prices,” Adams said. “We will not require residential contracts and do not charge equipment rental fees or installation fees on new customers.”
“We are already hooking up customers in select areas and taking orders in Country Club Hills and along Indian Road and West 23rd Street,” Adam said. “Keep an eye on your mailbox for notification of availability in your area!”
Craw-Kan is hoping to expand its customer base and the size of its network footprint, he said.
The current plan is to finish the main trunk line loop through the city and begin building in some neighborhoods along the way.
“Later this year we plan to begin building in the historic downtown district and industrial parks,” Adams said. “Next year we plan to announce a larger scale expansion that will reach a large number of residents.”
” We have served a large portion of rural Bourbon county for a long time,” Adams said. ” This is an extension into the city limits.”
Workers were doing demolition on the building located at 9 S. National Avenue Wednesday, known as the old Tribune building.
Michael Barnard and members of the Yoder family were”gutting” down to the floor and wall, Barnard said.
The crew was hired by Walker Construction and Demolition, Barnard said.
Jennifer LaRoche is the owner of the building, since early 2017.
In a later interview, LaRoche said the demolition is part of the “cleaning up” of the historic building at Wall Street and National Avenue, “so we can see what we got”.
“We still have lots of ideas,” for the building, she said.
Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce’s JOB OF THE DAY:
FULL TIME- O’REILLY AUTOMOTIVE
O’Reilly’s is seeking applications for a Store Counter Sales position. Must have excellent customer service skills. Automotive parts, equipment or systems knowledge. Available for flexible work schedule. ASE certification preferred. 2207 S Main St., Fort Scott
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce announces a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Quality Mechanics & Sound, LLC. – Opening at 501 S. National.
Quality Mechanics & Sound, owned by Lisa Thurston, Alan Ornstein, and Erin Thurston will offer a variety of services such as vehicle repair and maintenance, installation of car audio systems, keyless entry, remote start, and auto detailing.
Their business also includes Midwest Interlock, ignition interlock, and home monitoring services.
All Chamber members and their guests are encouraged to attend.
The event will take place on Thursday, March 1 from 12 pm to 2 pm with the ribbon cutting starting at 12:15 pm.
Attendees will be invited to stay following the ceremony for a cookout and drawings and to learn more about the business and the services they to offer.
U.S. Beef Corporation, Tulsa, OK has purchased the old Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant at 2101 S. Main to be transformed into an Arby’s Restaurant.
The restaurant is scheduled to be opened in late summer, 2018, according to Rachel Pruitt, Fort Scott Economic Director.
U.S. Beef Corporation is a franchisee of Arby’s Restaurant.
They are currently searching for a manager for the restaurant.
Check out this link to apply:
Or view the City of Fort Scott Facebook page.
The old trailer park property that was on South Horton Street will see some revitalization in the future.
Tuesday the property at 1907 S. Horton, north of Community Christian Church, was rezoned.
“Along Horton, there will be a small shopping center service, a strip mall, for residents and (Fort Scott Community College) students,” Rhonda Dunn, Community Development Director for the City of Fort Scott said.
Along Huntington St. on the east side of the Horton parcel of land, there will be apartments or duplexes built, she said.
Patrick Wood and Jake Gross, with Two Dogs Barking Real Estate, are the owners of the property and have cleared it for development.
The business also owns Garrison Apartments at 1729 S. Horton and will be building similar apartments or duplexes at the site.
“They will be a higher end finish for young professionals,” Dunn said of the proposed apartments.
“The key is, it will not be mobile homes there,” Dunn said. “I keep strict regulations on mobile homes to make sure it’s the best quality we can get. The mobile homes in our town are ‘grandfathered in’. No one needs to worry I am going to get their mobile home.”
The house and outbuildings currently on the site will be sold and removed, she said.
