Call to reserve your spot on the Briggs Movie Lot at 620.644.9927
Call to reserve your spot on the Briggs Movie Lot at 620.644.9927
How To Safely Enjoy Kansas State Parks During Memorial Day Weekend
PRATT – Kansas’ 28 state parks, 63 state fishing lakes, and more than 100 wildlife areas remain open to the public and will be popular destinations over the Memorial Day holiday weekend. From camping and horseback riding, to boating and disc golf, there’s no shortage of fun to be had at Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) areas, but visitors must remain steadfast in practicing social distancing, among other safety measures, to ensure these special places remain open and accessible to all.
“We want visitors to enjoy themselves, so long as social distancing is practiced,” Kansas State Parks director Linda Lanterman said. “Our staff have done an incredible job maintaining our parks, and ensuring that facilities remain open, but it’s ultimately up to the public to look out for each other and practice social distancing so we can all remain in good health and continue having these beautiful places to recreate.”
Here’s how visitors can safely enjoy their time at Kansas state parks over the holiday weekend and throughout the summer:
Practice social distancing, even on the water – While six feet is the standard measure for effective social distancing, maintaining a safe distance may look different while on a trail or on the water. Boaters – especially those recreating in or around coves – can practice social distancing by refraining from tying up to other vessels and instead anchoring vessels individually. Boating passengers should also refrain from moving between vessels.
Allow for ample time at boat ramps – Launching a vessel may take a little longer than normal. Plan ahead by having everything ready and packed on your boat before backing down the ramp. Many state park reservoirs and fishing lakes have multiple access points – visitors can benefit from knowing them ahead of time by referencing area maps at ksoutdoors.com. If a desired boat ramp is congested, consider launching at an alternate ramp or parking at a distance until the area clears.
Make reservations and purchases online – While state park staff are on duty to ensure Kansas’ state parks are safe, and that park facilities are regularly cleaned and disinfected, visitors are encouraged to conduct reservation and license purchase needs through KDWPT’s free mobile apps – CampIt KS and HuntFish KS. Campsite reservations can also be made on ReserveAmerica.com, and license purchases made on KSHuntFishCamp.com.
Keep to your camp – KDWPT-managed campsites are perfectly-suited to space visitors a safe distance apart. Visitors should use these designated areas to their advantage and keep family and friends safe by refraining from visiting other campsites or combining sites.
The wild spaces and fun places managed by KDWPT are intended to be enjoyed by all – help KDWPT keep these areas open by practicing social distancing and refraining from gathering in large groups.
For more on outdoor recreation opportunities in Kansas, visit ksoutdoors.com.
For more information on COVID-19 in Kansas, visit covid.ks.gov.
Materials Needed: Clippings or small plants, tree leaves, twigs, etc.; paper or paper plate or recycled cardboard to glue them on, glue, pencil or crayon.
COVID-19 Update: Museum Re-Opening with Safety Protective Measures
The Gordon Parks Museum will re-open to the public with normal business hours.
Safety measures will be implemented for the safety of our visitors, students, community members, and employees effective Wednesday, May 27, 2020.
The following safety protective measures are as follows:
•Any visitor that has a fever or exhibits any signs of COVID-19, please do not enter the museum.
•At this time, the maximum amount of 15 visitors or less at a time will be allowed in the museum to practice safe social distancing under the covid.ks.gov. This may change according to each phase that is issued. Visitors will maintain six feet between patrons throughout the museum.
•Interactive touch-free exhibits and play areas are closed to help maintain best practices for health and safety.
•Hand sanitizer will be available
.•Staff will use PPE as deemed necessary and will continue to clean extensively and frequently in the high-touch areas within the museum.
Thank you for your continued support and patience during this time. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns, 620-223-2700 ext. 5850 or email [email protected].
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FARMERS’ MARKET OFFERINGS
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Farmers’ Market Current Offerings
Saturdays 8am to noon, Tuesdays 4 to 6pm Skubitz Plaza in front of the Fort Vendor: R and B Produce (Ronnie & Beverly Brown)
Vendor: Ponderosa Farm (Chet & Linda Bower)
Vendor: Locust Hill Lamanchas (Sue Reinecke & Family)
Vendor: Micki’s Crafts (Micki Kraft)
And, more vendors not mentioned!
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PERRY’S PORK RINDS – MAY 16TH!
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FITNESS CENTERS REOPEN!
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Now is as good of time as any to start working out as fitness centers reopen in Fort Scott! Options to choose from include Buck Run Community Center, I AM Rehab + Fitness, Smallville CrossFit, and Up Dog Yoga Studio! Group classes are being offered virtually in most cases for now, but facilities are beginning to reopen for
individual health & wellness. Visit their Chamber member listings here on our website.
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FORT SCOTT’S THE PLACE TO LIVE!
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Recently we have been hearing from local realtors that people are choosing to move to Fort Scott from states near and far ~ there’s just something about Bourbon County and this community! We’ve heard Kansas City, New York, Colorado & more!
Here are a couple of quotes shared from local realtors:
“Roots grow deep”–I have a young couple with 3 children returning to Fort Scott from Florida after being gone from here for 6 years. They left for job opportunities, but now both of them have companies who do “remote work from home” with only occasional flights to the home office. They ask employees to be within 2 hours of an airport. Said they want to get back to a simpler life and smaller school system for their children. Anxious to welcome them home when they close on their new purchase in a few weeks.
Retired man moving to Fort Scott later this month from Illinois. His daughter attended FSCC, rodeo department, several years ago. When he visited for college rodeos, etc., said he was always impressed by how friendly people in Fort Scott are. In retirement he wants an affordable property with small acreage for his horses. We found it for him!
Check out our Chamber member realtors on fortscott.com here.
View local properties for sale on realtor.com.
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SUNSHINE BOUTIQUE EXPANDED
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Sunshine Boutique expanded and now
offers apparel & accessories! Come check it out, corner of Wall & Main St.,
Downtown Fort Scott.
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TABLE TENT ADVERTISERS
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Since we don’t have our bi-monthly Table Tents out yet due to ever changing event schedules & restrictions, we would like to recognize our advertisers here for May & June!
La Hacienda, celebrating 10 years!
Paint Creek Realty
Bill Martin, Bourbon County Sheriff
K-State Research & Extension, Krista Harding, Horticulture
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THANK YOU TO OUR BOOSTER MEMBERS!
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Virtual Storytime
Tuesdays 10 am Zoom 11 am Facebook Live
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Stayed Tuned for Announcements about this year’s Summer Reading Program!
Join Miss Val online for stories, songs, & crafts Upcoming Themes: Flight & Alphabet.
Click this link on Tuesdays at 10 am to join the Zoom storytime. To receive the Zoom password, email Miss Val at [email protected] or message the library’s Facebook page. Suggest your child’s favorites here.
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Message Fort Scott Public Library through Facebook or email Miss Val at [email protected] before the start (10 am Tuesday) of storytime, and they will send you the link. The same link will be used for all future Zoom storytimes.
UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS – MAY 2020
MANY RESTAURANTS ARE NOW OPEN FOR
DINE-IN AND OFFERING CURB-SIDE & DELIVERY!
8 – Corona Cruise Night – cruise National Ave. with your family starting at 7pm! Cruise runs back and forth between 6th and 18th Streets. Click here for Facebook event.
8 – Fort Cinema serving Cruise Night concessions from 5 to 8pm, click here for Facebook event.
9 – Fort Scott Farmers’ Market on Skubitz Plaza in front of the Fort, 8am to noon. Bourbon County Master Gardener’s will also be having their annual plant sale.
9 – Iron Star Antiques & Such special on the popular Myra bags, treat your mother with a Myra purse or bag of all sizes and different designs with a special of 10% off.
9 – Live music at the Boiler Room Brewhaus, corner of Wall & National, 7 to 9pm. Enjoy Wade D. Brown while enjoying some craft beer, or other alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages, snacks available, or have your own food delivered! No cover charge, tips encouraged. Due to the virus only a limited number will be allowed in, so come early for a seat.
10 – Country Place Living on Horton invites you to a Mother’s Day Drive-thru Parade from 10 – 10:30am, see below for more info.
10 – Boiler Room Brewhaus brings back Trivia night for teams of 2 to 6 people, $5 entry per team, 5-7pm
THIS WEEKEND – Courtland Hotel & Spa invites you to treat your Mother, or maybe yourself, to a gift card for some personal service specials. See below for more details!
SAVE THE DATE!
12 – 1/2 Price Plant Sale at Tri-Valley Developmental Services, see more info. below.
16 – Perry’s Pork Rinds & Blue Spoon Pop-up Shop at Tractor’s Supply, 10am-7pm, click here for Facebook event.
5:00 to 8:00. Still in line at 8?
We will still serve every car left in line!
Going to cruise National on Friday night? Come and get a snack in a souvenir cup for the ride!
Souvenir cups filled with popcorn or pop just $4 a cup!
Make it a combo and get a drink and a
popcorn cup for just $7!
Our entire menu will be on sale again, and can be viewed at www.fortcinema.com. See you this weekend!