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Bourbon County, Fort Scott, Health Care

GriefShare Begins August 26 at Community Christian Church

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“Classes begin Tuesday evening at Community Christian Church Use the southeast side door. Classes will run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for 13 weeks beginning August 26th,” said a spokesman, Jon Bailes. “Everyone is welcome and there is no charge except for a workbook.”

“This is a Biblically based program that has been operating with great success at helping people who have lost a loved one.”

Community Christian Church is hosting, but is not responsible.

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Fort Scott

PEO Trivia Benefit for women’s education on Sept. 6

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Sending on behalf of Chamber member

 A Fun Night for a Great Cause!

Join us for A Night of Trivia to benefit women’s education through P.E.O. scholarships and grants!

P.E.O. Trivia Night

Saturday September 6th

5-8pm

Liberty Theatre

113 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS

$230/team(6 players)$40/individual

Dinner included!

Questions will be general knowledge. Categories will be revealed at the beginning of each round.

Expect laughter, friendly competition, a taco bar dinner, cash bar, raffles, and a $200 prize for the winning team.

Register by August 30th HERE!

 Questions? Call 417-214-1334 or Email [email protected]

Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street | Fort Scott, KS 66701 US
 
Entertainment, Fort Scott

Stamp Club Meets Sept. 13 at Fort Scott Libary

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A meeting to form and formalize a stamp club will take place at the Fort Scott Library , 201 S. National, on Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The challenge this month is to locate and or display your favorite foreign stamp.  The meeting allows discussion of  the bylaws and membership in the club.  Free, previously used, postage stamps will be available for all persons wishing to start or continue a collection.  There is no charge for attendance and a special membership drive will waive the first year dues.  Dues cover only the operating costs of the club.

 

 

Fort Scott Public Library Lower Floor Conference Room 201 S National Ave., Fort Scott, KS 66701

RSVP to [email protected]

 
Fort Scott, Government

Agenda For the FS City Commission on August 19

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    NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR REGULAR

MEETING OF FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION

City Hall Commission Room – 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701

August 19, 2025  –  6:00 P.M.

 

 

  1.     Call to Order/Roll Call
  2. Pledge of Allegiance

III.       Invocation

  1. Approval of Agenda
  2. Consent Agenda
  3. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1390-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates of July 23, 2025 – August 12, 2025 – $662,802.14
  4. Approval of Minutes: Special Meeting of July 30, 2025; Special Meeting of August 4, 2025; and Regular Meeting of August 5, 2025.
  5. Request to Pay – Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc. – Invoice No. 18159 – 21-303 – Davis Lift Station – Addendum No. 4 ($11,600.00) and Addendum No. 5 ($18,600.00) – Total $30,3200.00
  6. Request to Pay – Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc. – Invoice No. 18141 – EEI No. 25-12 – East National Project Phase I – Survey 100% ($6,400.00) and Preliminary Design 12.5% ($12,937.50) – Total $19,337.50
  7. Request to Pay – Cardinal Sitework – Application for Payment No. 2 (FINAL) – Charles Street Lift Station EEI No. 24-003B – $3,587.45
  8. July Financials

 

  1. Public Comment

VII.      Appearances

  1. Rachel Carpenter – Tourism Report
  2. Thomas Metcalf Jr. – 3rd Annual Sons of American Legion Car Show – August 30, 2025 – Request for Temporary Street Closure – National Ave. between Oak St. and Pine St.

 

VIII.   Unfinished Business

Public Hearing:

  1. Planning Commission Case No. 1052 – Conditional Use Permit – 2400 S. Main – Amazon Storage Unit – Recommended by Planning Commission on July 9, 2025 – Tabled from August 5, 2025
  2. Vacation of Alley – Lewis Nihiser – Revisit requested by City Commission

 

Action Items:

  1. A. Consideration of Appointment of (1) Member for FSHPRC – Tabled from August 5,

2025  – L. Dillon

 

  1. Consideration of Resolution No. 9-2025 RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 121 S. MARGRAVE – Tabled from April 15, 2025

 

  1. New Business
  2. Consideration of Certificate of Appropriateness – Gordon Parks Mural at Main & Wall (Wilder House Building) – Approved by Design Review Board – L. Dillon
  1. Consideration of Fort Scott Developer Partnership Incentive Package 2026 – L. Dillon
  2. Consideration of Sales Tax Ballot Question – B. Matkin
  3. Discussion with Earles Engineering & Inspection, Inc. – Requested by M. Wells

 

  1. Reports and Comments
  2. Adjourn

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Entertainment, Fort Scott

Jumpy Jump Land Expands to Fort Scott-Opens August 15

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Jumpy Jump Land, the Wichita area’s top indoor bounce-house party spot, is excited to announce the grand opening of its fifth location in Fort Scott on August 15. Known for its vibrant, safe, and energetic indoor play spaces filled with colorful obstacle courses, tall slides, and multiple bounce houses, Jumpy Jump Land has quickly become a beloved destination for families seeking unforgettable fun.

Founded in 2015 in Andover, Kansas, Jumpy Jump Land has grown to serve communities in Andover, Bel Aire, Haysville, and El Dorado, with Fort Scott marking the latest expansion. Owned and operated by JUMPY JUMP LAND, LLC, the brand is dedicated to providing a clean, safe, and stress-free environment where families can jump, play, and celebrate milestones – from birthdays and reunions to corporate events.

Fort Scott Grand Opening Weekend Details:

Dates: August 15–17
Time: 10 AM – 4 PM daily
Location: 2229 S Main St, Fort Scott, KS (inside the Jake’s Fireworks building)

The grand opening weekend will feature FREE Open Jump sessions, exciting games, and fantastic prizes for attendees. Families are invited to drop in, explore the colorful play zones, and join the
festivities. Parties and celebrations can now be booked at jumpyjumpland.com, offering a convenient, fun- filled venue for hosts who want to relax while their kids enjoy hours of energetic play.
For more information, visit jumpyjumpland.com or contact:
Jessica Benford
620.231.2264 ext 11197
[email protected]

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Fort Scott Town Wide Garage Sale is Sept. 19-20

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FORT SCOTT’S

FALL TOWN-WIDE

GARAGE SALE

SEPTEMBER 20th & 21st

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce announces the Fall Town-wide Garage Sale will be held September 19th and 20th, 2025.

The Chamber encourages the community to start cleaning out households and garages and saving back unnecessary and unwanted items and hold sales to make some cash.

Sales may be registered with the Chamber and listed on the official garage sale map for only $12.

Those interested may register in person at the Chamber, over the phone by credit, debit or Venmo, or online at fortscott.com. The deadline to register a sale on the official map is

1pm on Tuesday, September 16th.

The Chamber also offers display ads to businesses and organizations on the map for $35.

The Chamber sincerely appreciates sales and ads being registered with the Chamber as those funds make it possible for the Chamber to host the event and cover expenses incurred on the event to bring as many people to the community as possible to shop the sales and patronize other businesses while here.

Contact the Chamber for more information at

620-223-3566 or visit fortscott.com.

CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW THE

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE

CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE COPY OF THE REGISTRATION FORM

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street | Fort Scott, KS 66701 US
 
Fort Scott, Schools

USD234 Board Minutes from August 11

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Unified School District 234

424 South Main

Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697

www.usd234.org

620-223-0800   Fax 620-223-2760

 

DESTRY BROWN                                                                                                                                                        

 
 

Superintendent                                                                                                                                            

 

 

 

 

BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING

NEWS RELEASE

Monday, August 11, 2025

 

Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025, for their regular monthly meeting at 424 S Main.

 

President David Stewart opened the meeting.

 

The board approved the official agenda, and the consent agenda as follows:

Board Minutes

07-14-25

Financials – Cash Flow Report

Check Register

Payroll – July 18, 2025 – $1,681,850.38

Activity Funds Accounts

USD 234 Gifts

Resolution 25-08 – Remove Bank Signers

Resolution 25-09 – Add Bank Signers

 

 

Superintendent Destry Brown reported about Open House in the district happening this week. School starts this Friday and KRI will start Monday, August 18.

Assistant Superintendent Terry Mayfield provided the Board with an update on the Preschool building and the progress being made in the facility. Also, informing about how each department is preparing for the new school year.

Assistant Superintendent Zach Johnson updated the Board on iReady scores. The district is showing growth and an increase in scores. He also informed the Board about New Teacher Orientation and gearing up for the new year.

Special Education Director Tonya Barnes provided a shared document and reported on the beginning of the year starting up. The Special Education audit will be coming up soon.

The Board Approved the following items:

  • 2025-26 High School Handbook
  • Parent Athletics Expectation Policy
  • Audit Contract with Diehl, Banwart, and Bolton, CPA’s, P.A.
  • MOU for IT Services between USD 234 and City of Fort Scott
  • All Weather Track Structural Spray Bid
  • Purchase of Transit Van
  • 2025-26 High School Activity Handbook

There were none present for public forum.

The Board went into an executive session for personnel matters.

 

President David Stewart adjourned the meeting.

 

PERSONNEL REPORT – APPROVED

August 11, 2025

 

RESIGNATIONS/TERMINATIONS/RETIREMENTS:

 

Chaplin, Mercedes – Resignation – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Clements, Adam – Supplemental Resignation – Coach – Boy’s Basketball – High School

Coen, Serenity – Resignation – Paraprofessional – Preschool

Emmerson, Lynette – Resignation – Secretary – Middle School

Floyd, Gary – Resignation – ISS Supervisor – High School

Kitsmiller, Natalie – Resignation – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott

 

LEAVE OF ABSENCE:

Pinkerton, Sammie – LOA – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott

 

TRANSFER:

Beyers, Amy – Cook (Middle School) to Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Moberg, Katelynn – Paraprofessional – High School to Winfield Scott

 

EMPLOYMENT:

Classified Recommendations for 2025-26 School year:

Ackerman, Melina – Cook – High School

Collins, Ashley – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Coon, Osha – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Dotson, Destiny – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Engstrom, Lauren – Secretary – Middle School

Esslinger, Danae – Paraprofessional – KRI

Feagins, Addison – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Heckman, Opal – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott

Hoener, Rhonda – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Reinbolt, Katren – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott

Strakal, Eileen – Cook – High School

Tucker, Sandy – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware

Waala, Emily – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott

Walker, Jessica – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott

 

Supplemental Recommendations for the 2025-26 school year:

 

Aikin, Kent – Head Softball Coach – High School

Altic, Abby – Supplemental – Assistant Volleyball Coach – High School

Carney, Drew – Supplemental – Powerlifting – High School

EW PBIS Committee

Hall, Dakota – Supplemental – Head Wrestling Coach – Middle School

Woods, Nick – Assistant Track Coach – High School

 

 

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Coffee is Hosted by Fort Scott Dental on August 14

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Join us for Chamber Coffee

hosted by

Fort Scott Family Dental
Thursday, August 14th

8am

2 N. Main St.

We hope to see you there!

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee hosted by Fort Scott Family Dental, 2 N. Main St., this Thursday, August 14th, at 8am. Coffee, juice, and refreshments will be served, and attendees may register to win a special drawing.

Fort Scott Family Dental is excited to welcome the community to this week’s Chamber Coffee. Since their last hosting, the practice has grown while continuing to support downtown happenings and events. They are now accepting new patients from Fort Scott and the surrounding area, offering a full range of services from cleanings, exams, fillings, extractions, crowns, and bridges, as well as oral surgery options like implants and surgical extractions. Plans are also underway to expand services and update insurance networks.

Their friendly, knowledgeable team is always ready to answer questions and help clients achieve their best smile.

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

Click HERE to visit the

Fort Scott Family Dental Facebook Page!
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members shown below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

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

620-223-3566

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Fort Scott

Hip-Hop Dance Masterclass Offered on August 16

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About the Event & Instructor
This will be a one-day class led by Lukky, a professional hip-hop dancer, choreographer, and instructor based out of Kansas City, according to Leslie Godden who has facilitated the event.

“Lukky has been my daughter Kenna’s hip-hop teacher since she was 9 years old. He’s signed with the same talent agency as Kenna, and his experience includes traveling the U.S. to train, teach, and judge at dance competitions, working on music video sets for famous artists, commercials, and more. He also runs his own dance company, I-Push, which focuses on inspiring dancers to find their inner performer and reach their full potential.

“Two years ago, Lukky taught a class here in Fort Scott, and I’ve been working to bring him back ever since. We’re excited to finally make it happen!

Why This Matters to the Community
“Kenna has been able to dance, work, and perform with incredible artists thanks to the support of the Fort Scott community. This event is our way to give back and bring a unique dance experience to our hometown—an opportunity that doesn’t come around often here.”

Class Details
📅 Date: Saturday, August 16
🕒 Time: BEGINNERS – 1:00–2:00PM INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED – 2:00–3:30PM

📍 Location: River Room Event Center | 3 W. Oak St.
🎟 Cost & Registration:  BEGINNERS – 1:00–2:00PM – $20! INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED – $30! Both Classes: $40

🎟️ Parents, snag a WATCH BAND for $10 & cheer your dancer from the floor!
Additional class breakdown is available in the flyer attached.

RSVP HERE NOW!
Forms of Payment Accepted:
Cash
CashApp: $LeslieGodden
Venmo: Leslie-Godden (8050 last 4 digits of phone # if asked)
FB Pay
QUESTIONS: Call or text 620-644-8050
LOCATION: I chose the River Room due to its downtown location and figured since class was during the afternoon and on a Saturday, this could give attendees esp ones that aren’t from Fort Scott, a chance to get a bite to eat and hopefully stroll the shops! Again, why the more people that see this the better not just for us with the event, but the community.

I’ve also attached a list of FAQ’s that I typically get for dance events like this.

Fort Scott

What’s Happening in Fort Scott August 8 Edition

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott! August 8th Weekly Newsletter

SAVE THE DATE!

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce Chamber Coffees

Every Thursday at 8am

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Fort Scott National Historic Site

Visit your National Park! Visitor Center and historic buildings are open Friday through Tuesday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. The grounds continue to be open daily from ½ hour before sunrise until ½ hour after sunset

** Guided tours Saturday & Sunday 10am & 1pm! **

Click HERE to visit the website.

Click here to see all the FUN classes at The Artificers, classes for ALL ages!

Fort Scott Farmers Market

Saturdays | 8am-noon & Tuesdays | 4-6pm

Gathering Square Pavilion, 111 N. National

BINGO hosted by the American Legion Post 25 every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month unless it falls on a holiday. Doors open at 6pm and Bingo starts at 7pm at Memorial Hall. (Taking the month of August off for BINGO & will start again in September)

KANSASWORKS in Fort Scott

Every Tuesday 9am-4pm

Office located at the Healthy Bourbon County Action Team, 104 N. National Ave.

620-231-4250

FS Public Library

*Wednesday Writers every Wed. @ 1:30-3pm

*Summer Reading June 3rd – July 29th!

201 S. National Ave.

Kansas Small Business Development Center

at the Chamber, 231 E. Wall St.

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 9am-4pm.

Dolly Trolley Historic 50-min narrated tours!

Adults $6 | Children 12&under $4

Call 620-223-3566 or stop in the Chamber at

231 E. Wall St. to book your ride!

Fort Scott Aquatic Center

Opens Memorial Day, May 26th

Monday – Saturday

Public Swim: 1-5:15pm

Adult/Family Swim :5:30-7pm

*Lifeguard Breaks: 3pm & 5:15pm

Sunday

Public Swim: 1-6pm

Adult/Family Swim: 4:45-6pm

*Lifeguard Breaks: 3 & 4:30pm

Sign up for Supplemental Art Classes

with The Artificers

Multiple dates & times available

Click HERE to sign up!

Early-Bird Pricing until 8/8.

Regular registration pricing until 9/5.

$3 Tuesdays at Fort Cinema!

Follow their Facebook Page HERE for updates!

UPCOMING EVENTS

8/1-15 ~ | Back to School Appreciation Party

by Sunshine Boutique

Deals & Mark Downs

3 Back to School/Work Basket Giveaways

Hidden Sales – Find the faux apples!

Bring your faculty or student ID for an

extra 15% off

8/8 ~ 7-8pm | Friday Night Concerts

In The Park

special local talent/band

Bourbon County Revival

Heritage Park Pavilion, 1st & Main

Downtown Fort Scott

8/9 ~ 10-12:30pm | Fort Scott

Stamp Club Meeting

FS Public Library – Lower Level Conf. Room

201 S. National Ave.

8/9 ~ 10:30am-3pm | Paint Your Pet with Anita

at The Artificers

$45/class

Two Classes:

10:30am – 12:30pm | 1-3pm

Click HERE to register!

8/9 ~ 11am-2pm | Back to School Bash/Backpack Giveaway by Fort Scott Rec Dept at Buck Run Community Center

735 S. Scott St.

Bring the whole family & enjoy free activities:

– Mini golf

– Laser tag

– Cookies & lemonade

– Face painting

– Inflatables

8/9 ~ 12pm | Back to School Giveaway by

United Missionary Baptist Church

16 North Ransom (Behind Sherwin-Williams)

8/9 ~ 8-12pm | Breakfast on the Bricks

by Pioneer Kiwanis

(During Farmers’ Market)

Gathering Square Pavilion

8/11 ~ 10-2pm | Bourbon Country

Flange Fitting Clinic

Bourbon County Health Dept.

524 S. Lowman St.

8/12-18 ~ | Teacher Appreciation Special at SkinnyDrip’s Revive Massage

Special 20% Discount for all teachers & staff!

710 W. 8th St. Fort Scott, KS

Call 620-687-6721 for details & to book appt.

8/12 ~ | USD 234 FSHS & FSMS Open Houses

FSHS: 6-7:30pm

FSMS: 5:30-7pm

(6th grade orientation at 5:30pm)

8/13 ~ | USD 234 PreSchool

& Grade School Open Houses

PreSchool: 5-6:30pm

Winfield Scott: 5-6:30pm

Eugene Ware: 5:30-7pm

8/13 ~ 10-11:30am | Junior Chef Lunchbox Workshop at The Kitchen C+C

Ages 7-12 | $30 Click HERE to sign-up!

8/13 ~ 4-7pm | Nevada Pizza Hut

Poppin’ Up in Fort Scott!

250 pizzas then SOLD OUT!

Large 1 topping pizzas

Cheese | Pepperoni | Pork | Beef

Click HERE to order special requests!

8/14 ~ 8am | Chamber Coffee

hosted by Fort Scott Family Dental

2 N. Main St.

8/14 ~ 1:30-3pm | FSCC’s Senior-Versity

FSCC Tour + Q&A with New President

Click HERE for more details!

8/14 ~ 6-8pm | Paint & Sip a Funky Fish

at The Artificers

2hr workshop | $45/person

Click HERE to sign up!

8/14 ~ 6:30pm | Town Hall Meeting

Discussion of the 1/2 cent sales tax.

Empress Event Center | 7 N. Main St.

8/15 ~ | USD234 First Day of School

8/15-17 ~ Heartland Showcare Boer Goat Sale

@ BBCO Fairgrounds

8/15 ~ 6pm | Crooner’s & Liberty Theatre

10th Anniversary

$150/ticket – Ticket includes:

Appetizers, Dinner, Live Entertainment by Melissa Anderson & Les Lankhorst & access to Saturday the 16th Dueling Piano Concert.

Get your ticket HERE, call 620-224-9787 or in person during normal business hours

at Crooner’s

8/15 ~ 7-8pm | Friday Night Concerts

In The Park

Heritage Park Pavilion, 1st & Main

Downtown Fort Scott

8/16 ~ 8am | Kansas Rocks Sunflower

Trail Ride Event

2051 130th St., Mapleton, KS

8/16 ~ 8:30am | FSCC Pickleball Fundraiser hosted by FSCC Volleyball Team

@ Sharky’s Pub & Grub

8/16 ~ 9am | Kiwanis 4-person Scramble Golf Tournament

(rescheduled from May 24th)

Woodland Hills Golf Course

8/16 ~ 1-4pm | Dance Masterclass by Kansas City Dancer & Performer

Manual “Lukky” Harvey

1-2pm | Beginner Class | $20

2-3:30pm | Intermediate/Advanced Class | $30

Both Classes: $45

Parents, snag a WATCH BAND for $10 & cheer your dancer from the floor!

@ River Room Event Center, 3 W. Oak St.

RSVP by clicking HERE or

Call/Text Leslie Godden at 620-644-8050

8/16 ~ 8pm | Liberty Theatre Anniversary

Concert & Fundraiser

Celebrating the 10th Anniv under the management of Jared Leek & Rob Shaw.

Live Music by Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos

$20/ticket

Cash Bar Available

All proceeds go towards the FSCC Walking Trail Improvement Project.

8/16-17 ~ 9pm-7am | Battle at Bone Creek

presents The Fight at Fort Scott

Public Catfishing Tournament located at Lake Fort Scott

$100 per boat

Click HERE for more pricing, prizes, and rules!

For the Facebook Event Page click HERE!

SHOPPING ~ SUPPORT LOCAL!

Boutiques-Antiques-Flea Markets & more!

Click here for Chamber member

specialty shopping & other retail in

Downtown & other areas of the community.
Fort Scott Area
Chamber of Commerce
620-223-3566
In This Issue

Calendar of Events

Special Event Features

THANK YOU Chamber Champion members!!
Chamber Highlights
Click here for our
Membership Directory.
We THANK our members for their support! Interested in joining the Chamber?
Click here for info.
Thinking of doing business in or relocating to Fort Scott?
Contact us for a relocation packet, information on grants & incentives, and more!
Seeking a job/career?
We post a Job of the Day daily on our Facebook page, distribute a monthly job openings flyer, and post jobs on our website.
Many opportunities available!
Housing needs?
Click here for a listing of our Chamber member realtors.
Click here for our rental listing.
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