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Chamber Coffee at Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, June 25

Chamber Coffee Hosted by Freeman Fort Scott Hospital

Thursday, June 25th — 8:00 a.m.
Freeman Fort Scott Hospital
401 Woodland Hills Blvd.
McCauley Conference Room

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to attend a Chamber Coffee hosted by Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, 401 Woodland Hills Blvd., this Thursday, June 25, at 8:00 a.m. Guests may enter through the Main Entrance, as coffee will be held in the McCauley Conference Room.

Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served, and attendees may register for a special door prize drawing.

During the Chamber Coffee, Freeman Fort Scott Hospital will share several exciting updates, including the announcement that the hospital has been awarded more than $2.5 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program. The grant funding will support the addition of MRI services at Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, bringing an important and much-needed diagnostic service to Bourbon County while improving access to care closer to home.

The hospital will also introduce Dr. Katrina Burke, who has joined Freeman Fort Scott Hospital as a full-time employed hospitalist. Her addition further strengthens the hospital’s medical staff and supports continuity of care for patients.

Freeman Fort Scott Hospital remains committed to continually evaluating healthcare services and opportunities based on community needs and the hospital’s ability to sustainably provide those services locally.

For more information, contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566. Visit fortscott.com and select the Chamber Coffees category on the Events Calendar for upcoming Chamber Coffee locations.

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Freeman Fort Scott Hospital Hosts Chamber Coffee on June 25

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to attend a Chamber Coffee hosted by Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, 401 Woodland Hills Blvd., this Thursday, June 25, at 8:00 a.m. Guests may enter through the Main Entrance, as coffee will be held in the McCauley conference room.

Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served, and attendees may register for a special door prize drawing.

During the Chamber Coffee, Freeman Fort Scott Hospital will share several exciting updates, including the announcement that the hospital has been awarded more than $2.5 million through the Rural Health Transformation Program. The grant funding will support the addition of MRI services at Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, bringing an important and much-needed diagnostic service to Bourbon County while improving access to care closer to home.

The hospital will also introduce Dr. Katrina Burke, who has joined Freeman Fort Scott Hospital as a full-time employed hospitalist. Her addition further strengthens the hospital’s medical staff and supports continuity of care for patients.

Freeman Fort Scott Hospital remains committed to continually evaluating healthcare services and opportunities based on community needs and the hospital’s ability to sustainably provide those services locally.

We hope to see you there!

For more information, contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566. Visit fortscott.com and select the Chamber Coffees category on the Events Calendar for upcoming Chamber Coffee locations.

Freeman Fort Scott Hospital

Visit the Freeman Fort Scott Hospital Facebook page or the Freeman Fort Scott Hospital website.

Citizens Bank Celebrates 100 Years with Fort Scott BBQ

Citizens Bank 100 Year BBQ!

Join them for a 100 Year BBQ in Fort Scott as they celebrate a century of serving the community!

Friday, June 26th
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

ὌD Fort Scott Location
2205 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS

Stop by, enjoy lunch, and help congratulate Citizens Bank on this amazing milestone!

ὄF Congratulations to Citizens Bank on 100 years in business!

Citizens Bank 100 Year BBQ flyer

Check out the full list of celebration dates below and join Citizens Bank at the location that works best for you!

Citizens Bank celebration dates

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Annual Chamber Golf Tournament is June 26

The Fort Scott Area

Chamber of Commerce presents the

32nd Annual

Chamber Golf Classic

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite members, businesses, organizations, golfers, and the community to the 32nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic!

 

This annual tournament is a great way to enjoy a fun day on the course, promote your business or organization, and support the Chamber. Teams, sponsorships, and raffle items are now being accepted.

Click here for online registration, printable registration & sponsorship form, and more info.!

 

Friday, June 26th

Woodland Hills Golf Course

2414 s. Horton St.

Registration & Putting Contest

8am

Shotgun Start

9am

Format

4-person Scramble

$320 per team includes:

Play, lunch, cart, mulligans, games package, & skins

Limited carts are available, so teams with their own cart are encouraged to bring it.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Sponsorships

This annual event is a great opportunity to promote your business or organization while supporting the Chamber and enjoying a fun day of golf, networking, and community connection.

BANNER SPONSOR
Showcase your business name & logo prominently displayed along the fence at #1 tee box. sponsor logos also included on pre-tournament materials

Banner + Team

$595 with own/prior banner

$645 if banner is made

Banner Only

$300

$350 if banner is made

EXCLUSIVE HOLE SPONSOR

Showcase your business name & logo displayed

exclusively on a hole.

Exclusive Hole + Team
$495

Exclusive Hole Sponsor Only:

$200

SUPPORTING SPONSOR

Sponsor sign with business name displayed in front of the clubhouse, showing your support.

Supporting Sponsor & Team

$420

Supporting Sponsor Only

$125

TEAM ENTRY ONLY

Enjoy a great day of golf, which includes play, lunch, cart, mulligans, games package, and skins.

$320

Click HERE for a PDF copy of Sponsorship levels and information.

Reserve your sponsorship:

[email protected] or 620-223-3566

Raffle & Prize Donations Needed!

The Chamber is also accepting raffle and prize donations for the Golf Classic. Donated items help add excitement to the event and give businesses another great way to be recognized.

Items may include gift certificates, merchandise, themed baskets, promotional items, services, golf items, swag bag items, or hole prize giveaways.

All donations are appreciated and help make the tournament more fun for players while showcasing local businesses and organizations.

Register Today!

Teams may register online, stop by, or call the Chamber Office!

620-223-3566

231 E. Wall St.

Click HERE to register!

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FS Area Chamber of Commerce

Facebook Page!

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FS Area Chamber of Commerce

website!

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701

620-223-3566

fortscott.com

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32nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic – June 26

32nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite members, businesses, organizations, golfers, and the community to the 32nd Annual Chamber Golf Classic!

This annual tournament is a great way to enjoy a fun day on the course, promote your business or organization, and support the Chamber. Teams, sponsorships, and raffle items are now being accepted.

Click here for online registration, printable registration & sponsorship form, and more info.

Friday, June 26th

Woodland Hills Golf Course
2414 S. Horton St.

  • Registration & Putting Contest: 8am
  • Shotgun Start: 9am
  • Format: 4-person Scramble
  • $320 per team includes: Play, lunch, cart, mulligans, games package, & skins

Limited carts are available, so teams with their own cart are encouraged to bring it.

Sponsorships

This annual event is a great opportunity to promote your business or organization while supporting the Chamber and enjoying a fun day of golf, networking, and community connection.

Banner Sponsor

Showcase your business name & logo prominently displayed along the fence at #1 tee box. Sponsor logos also included on pre-tournament materials.

  • Banner + Team: $595 with own/prior banner  |  $645 if banner is made
  • Banner Only: $300  |  $350 if banner is made

Exclusive Hole Sponsor

Showcase your business name & logo displayed exclusively on a hole.

  • Exclusive Hole + Team: $495
  • Exclusive Hole Sponsor Only: $200

Supporting Sponsor

Sponsor sign with business name displayed in front of the clubhouse, showing your support.

  • Supporting Sponsor & Team: $420
  • Supporting Sponsor Only: $125

Team Entry Only

Enjoy a great day of golf, which includes play, lunch, cart, mulligans, games package, and skins.

  • $320

Click HERE for a PDF copy of Sponsorship levels and information.

Reserve your sponsorship: [email protected] or 620-223-3566

Raffle & Prize Donations Needed!

The Chamber is also accepting raffle and prize donations for the Golf Classic. Donated items help add excitement to the event and give businesses another great way to be recognized.

Items may include gift certificates, merchandise, themed baskets, promotional items, services, golf items, swag bag items, or hole prize giveaways.

All donations are appreciated and help make the tournament more fun for players while showcasing local businesses and organizations.

Register Today!

Teams may register online, stop by, or call the Chamber Office!

620-223-3566
231 E. Wall St.

Click HERE to register!

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701
620-223-3566
fortscott.com

Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn Labor Wages Is June 17

Join us for an upcoming
Chamber Lunch & Learn
US Department of Labor
Wage & Hour Division
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
11:30am-1pm
Empress Event Center, 7 N. Main St.
Entrances in both front & back of the Empress.
Avoid costly wage & hour mistakes!
All are welcome!
Click here for printable flyer.

Chamber Lunch & Learn flyer

Fort Scott Chamber Hosts Lunch & Learn with U.S. Department of Labor Wage & Hour Division

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites business owners, managers, human resource professionals, nonprofit leaders, and employers of all sizes to attend an informative Chamber Lunch & Learn featuring the U.S. Department of Labor Wage & Hour Division on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

The program will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Empress Event Center, 7 N. Main Street in Downtown Fort Scott.

Presenter Trini Najera Murguia, Community Outreach Resource Planning Specialist with the U.S. Department of Labor, will provide an overview of key employment and overtime regulations and discuss common compliance issues facing employers today.

Topics will include:

  • Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requirements
  • Employment relationships
  • Exempt vs. nonexempt employee classifications
  • Calculating overtime pay
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Lactation break provision in the workplace
  • Youth employment protections
  • Common wage and hour violations

Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive information directly from a representative of the U.S. Department of Labor.

“This Lunch & Learn is designed to help employers better understand federal labor laws and avoid costly wage and hour mistakes,” said Lindsay Madison, President and CEO of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce. “Whether you own a small business, manage employees, oversee HR functions, or operate a nonprofit organization, this information is valuable and applicable to your workplace.”

Registration is $20 for Chamber members with lunch, $10 for Chamber members without lunch, $30 for non-members with lunch, and $20 for non-members without lunch.

Advance registration is requested by Monday, June 15 at 1:00 p.m. for those ordering lunch.

To register, visit FortScott.com, email [email protected], or call the Chamber at (620) 223-3566.

The event is presented by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Davis Accounting and Labconco.

For more information, contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 or visit www.FortScott.com.

Click HERE to register to attend.

Please register by 1pm Monday, June 15th, especially if ordering lunch.

We hope to see you there!

Thank you to event sponsors:

Davis Accounting

Labconco

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Champion members

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701
620-223-3566
fortscott.com

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Chamber Coffee Hosted by Varia Quality Resale Clothing on June 11

Join us for Chamber Coffee

hosted by Chamber Member

Varia

Quality Resale Clothing

Thursday, June 11th

 

8am

@ Varia
114 E. 23rd St.

We hope to see you there!

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee hosted by Varia Quality Resale Clothing, 114 E. 23rd St. this Thursday, June 11th at 8am.

Coffee, juice, and refreshments will be served, and attendees may register to win a special drawing.

Varia offers affordable prices and a variety of high-quality used items, including women’s, teens’, and children’s clothing, as well as purses, shoes, jewelry, and more. Owner, Robin Kendrick, is celebrating her 5th year in business and is excited to host this event and welcome the community to join in the celebration.

Varia’s June Special will feature a $25 store credit drawing. Customers who spend a minimum of $20 when shopping in-store may register for the drawing.

For more information, contact the Chamber at (620) 223-356. Visit the Events Calendar at fortscott.com and select the Chamber Coffees category for upcoming locations.

Click HERE to visit

Varia Facebook Page!

Click HERE to visit

Varia website!

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701

620-223-3566

fortscott.com

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Chamber Coffee Hosted by Heartland Rural Electric/Propane on May 28

Join us for Chamber Coffee

hosted by Chamber Member

Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative

& Heartland Propane

Thursday, May 28th

 

8am

@ Heartland Propane

Bulk Plant & Shop
2161 Osage Rd.

We hope to see you there!

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee this Thursday, May 21st at 8am hosted by Chamber members Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative and Heartland Propane. The coffee will take place at the Heartland Propane bulk plant and shop located at 2161 Osage Rd, just north of town on Old 69.

Guests traveling west on Highway 54 should turn north at Durossette’s onto 215th Street (Old 69 Highway), continue north for approximately two miles, then turn east onto Osage Road. The facility will be visible immediately after turning onto Osage Road and will be located on the left-hand side.

Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served along with a door prize drawing.

Guests will have the opportunity to learn more about Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative and Heartland Propane, their shared commitment to serving local communities, and the important role they play in providing dependable energy to homes, businesses, and rural areas across Southeast Kansas. Representatives will share information about how the electric grid works, how rural electric cooperatives fit into the larger energy network, and how Heartland Propane supports the cooperative’s mission by expanding reliable energy options for members and customers.

Heartland Propane recently reached an exciting milestone of 4,000 routed delivery customers, reflecting the company’s continued growth and service throughout the region. Heartland REC has served the area for decades with safe and reliable electric service, while Heartland Propane continues expanding dependable propane options for homes, farms, and businesses across Southeast Kansas.

Contact the Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 for more information. Visit the Events Calendar and category of Chamber Coffees on fortscott.com for upcoming locations.

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Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative

Facebook Page!

Click HERE to visit

Heartland Rural Electric Cooperative

website!

Click HERE to visit

Heartland Propane

Facebook Page!

Click HERE to visit

Heartland Propane

website!

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701

620-223-3566

fortscott.com

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Chamber Coffee Hosted by the Care to Share Cancer Support Group on May 21

Join us for Chamber Coffee
hosted by Chamber Member
Care to Share ~ Cancer Support Group
The Sharing Bucket

Care to Share

Chamber Coffee flyer

Thursday, May 21st

8am
@ Care to Share
9 E. Wall St.

We hope to see you there!

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee this Thursday, May 21st at 8am hosted by Chamber member Care to Share Cancer Support Group, The Sharing Bucket, 9 E. Wall St. Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served along with a door prize drawing.

Care to Share Cancer Support Group began in 2007 as a grassroots, volunteer-led organization dedicated to supporting local cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and families throughout Bourbon, Linn, and Crawford counties. Now entering its 20th year of service, Care to Share remains 100% volunteer operated and continues to provide quarterly support group meetings, meals, gas vouchers, transportation assistance for medical appointments, financial aid, and emotional support for families during treatment and recovery. Through community donations and local support, the organization works to ensure no family faces the cancer journey alone.

From its humble beginnings, Care to Share has been blessed with nearly $2 million in community donations over the years, allowing almost every dollar raised to be given directly back to local cancer fighters and their families, with the majority staying right here in Fort Scott and Bourbon County. The organization credits much of its success to the generosity of local businesses, Chamber members, volunteers, and community supporters.

Care to Share also looks forward to upcoming community events, including:

July 25 – Golf Tournament

September 25 & 26 – FortFest

Celebrating its official 20th Anniversary in 2027.

Contact the Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 for more information. Visit the Events Calendar and category of Chamber Coffees on fortscott.com for upcoming locations.

Care to Share event

Care to Share event

Sending on behalf of Chamber Member

Chamber Coffee Hosted by Medicalodges on May 14

Join us for Chamber Coffee

hosted by Chamber Member

Thursday, May 14th

 

8am

@ Medicalodges
915 S. Horton St.

We hope to see you there!

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to attend a Chamber Coffee on Thursday, May 14th, at 8 a.m., hosted by Medicalodges, Inc. at Medicalodges Fort Scott, 915 S. Horton St. Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served, and attendees will have the opportunity to win a door prize.

Parking at the facility is somewhat limited; however, additional parking will be available in the lot across from the Fort Scott Preschool Center on Horton. Guests may park there and easily cross the street to the front entrance, where staff will be available to welcome attendees.

In recognition of National Nursing Home Week, taking place May 10–16, this week’s Chamber Coffee is being held at Medicalodges Fort Scott to celebrate the dedicated caregivers, staff, and residents who play such an important role in the community each day. Community members will have the opportunity to tour the facility, meet members of the team, and recognize the important impact nursing homes have on families throughout the area.

Medicalodges Fort Scott is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, therapy services, and personalized healthcare support. As part of the employee-owned Medicalodges, Inc. network, the facility is committed to providing compassionate care while creating a welcoming, home-like environment for residents and their families. Community Care Connections also operates from the location, providing home health services, including skilled nursing care and therapy services for residents and patients returning home who may need additional support in the comfort of their own home.

For more information, contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 or visit the Events Calendar at fortscott.com and click on the “Chamber Coffees” category for upcoming hosts and locations.

Click HERE to visit

Medicalodges, Inc.

Facebook Page!

Click HERE to visit

Medicalodges

website!

May 29 is the Chamber of Commerce Dinner, Awards, Live Auction, Live Band & Dance

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

invites you to the

2026 Chamber Celebration Awards, Dinner, Auction & Dance

Honoring 250 years. Building Tomorrow.

This year’s Chamber Celebration will be a special evening you will NOT want to miss as we celebrate our community, our history, and our future together!

 

Friday, May 29th

 

6:00 pm

Social Hour & Silent Auction

7:00 pm

Dinner, Awards, Live Auction

Live Band & Dance to Follow Until 11:30 pm

Featuring LIVE Entertainment by KC FLO!

Kansas City’s premier high-energy party band will keep the celebration going all evening long!

River Room Event Center
3 W. Oak Street

Reservations

$440 – Table of 8

(guarantees seating together in a preferred seating area)

$50 – Individual

Sponsorship info. available below!

To make reservations and/or place a sponsorship:

Call the Chamber at 620-223-3566

Email [email protected]

Stop by the Chamber!

If making multiple reservations or for a table of 8, please provide the names, if available, when making your reservation.

Chamber members may choose to be invoiced.

Others need to make payment by credit/debit/Venmo/check/cash at time of reservation.

Sponsorships

Want your business front and center at one of the Chamber’s biggest events of the year?

Sponsoring the Chamber Celebration is a great way to showcase your business, support our community, and be part of an unforgettable evening celebrating Fort Scott and Bourbon County!

Click HERE for a PDF copy of Sponsorship levels and information.

Reserve your sponsorship:

[email protected] or 620-223-3566

Now Accepting Auction Donations

Auction donations provide GREAT exposure for your business while helping support Chamber programs and community initiatives.

We are currently accepting:

• Silent Auction Items

• Live Auction Packages

• Gift Baskets

• Gift Certificates

• Unique Experiences & More!

If you would like to donate an item or package, please:

☎️ 620-223-3566

📧 [email protected]

📍 Stop by the Chamber Office

Click HERE to visit the

FS Area Chamber of Commerce

Facebook Page!

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FS Area Chamber of Commerce

website!

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

231 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS 66701

620-223-3566

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Chamber Coffee Hosted by Union State Bank on May 7

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce
Sending on behalf of Chamber Champion member
Union State Bank

***Note that the Coffee will be held at Uniontown City Hall, next door to Union State Bank***

Chamber Coffee hosted by Union State Bank

Thursday, May 7th
8am
@ Uniontown City Hall
206 Sherman St., Uniontown, KS
We hope to see you there!

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to attend a Chamber Coffee on Thursday, May 7th, at 8 a.m., hosted by Union State Bank. The coffee will take place at the Uniontown City Hall building, directly next door, at 206 Sherman St., Uniontown, KS. Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served, and attendees will have the opportunity to win a door prize.

Union State Bank was founded on May 10, 1901, by a group of investors, including L.E. Holt, and has remained family-owned and operated by Holt descendants for five generations. While proud of its long history, Union State Bank continues to focus on providing a strong customer experience, reasonable fees, and meaningful support for the communities it serves through employee volunteerism and local involvement.

Union State Bank is celebrating its 125th Anniversary on May 10th. To mark the occasion, the bank will host special giveaways and refreshments at both the Uniontown and Fort Scott locations during the week of May 4th through May 8th. Community members are encouraged to watch Union State Bank’s Facebook page for additional details and updates throughout the anniversary week.

For more information, contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 or visit the Events Calendar at fortscott.com and click on the “Chamber Coffees” category for upcoming hosts and locations.

Union State Bank 125th Anniversary