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Grab your flock and come shop at participating stores Downtown & Around, Fort Scott!
Early bird gets the worm & deals! 
Shop $5+ in at least THREE stores for a chance to win $50 Chamber Bucks!
Look for the bright pink flamingos out front! 
Tiger Ice
OffShore Tropix
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What’s Happening in Fort Scott July 10 Edition
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Category Archives: Fort Scott
Federal Funding Freeze Will Affect USD 234
All American schools, including local schools, will be impacted by the funding freeze that President Trump has directed the U.S. Department of Education to delay, pending a review.
Destry Brown, superintendent of USD 234, Fort Scott’s school district, wrote the following about how the funding freeze will affect his district.
“The federal funding freeze has affected two of our Title funds.
“The first is Title IIA. This money is used for professional development for our teachers and administrators. Title IIA provides $120,000 toward professional development. This accounts for 90% of our professional development budget. The impact of withholding that funding is that we will not be able to send staff for professional development. The State no longer provides funds to be specifically used for professional development any longer. As we prepare our budget for this school year, we do not expect to be able to fill this gap in funding.
“The other fund that is impacted is Title IV. This fund provides funding for innovative programs that enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math programs in the district, to provide more hands-on, interactive learning activities for our students. Title IV provides $38,000 to the district for these activities. The loss in funding will impact our ability to provide some of these updates and enhancements. Any updates will be funded through our regular supply and equipment accounts for each building.
“Currently, the State (of Kansas government) has advised us to budget as if we will receive the funds and spend as if we will not. The State expects to hear more about this funding later this month. Our understanding is that the money is being held while the US Department of Education evaluates these two programs.”
To contact your elected representatives with your views on this matter, according to the Bourbon County, KS website:
US Senator
Roger Marshall – (R)
PO Box 1588
Great Bend, KS 67530
(202) 224-4774
Jerry Moran – (R)
PO Box 1372
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620-232-2286
Derek Schmidt (R)
1223 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
Phone: (202) 225-6601
Let’s Flamingle Shopping Event Downtown & Around Fort Scott, This Weekend
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Work Continues on the Street Corner at 6th and Main
Fort Scott Public Works Department staff were preparing for a concrete pour at the corner of 6th and Main Streets today.
The project is expected to be completed by the end of July, unless other issues are identified.
The project was on the list for work, but water issues at the Neice building, which is being renovated, sped up the timeline.
A staff person said water was pooling in the street corner, which was leaking into the Neice building.
Chamber Downtown Meet and Greet is July 8
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Local Author Levi Qualls Publishes His First Book
Local author Levi Qualls, 29, grew up in Baxter Springs and graduated from Pittsburg State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in illustration. While at P.S.U., he met his future wife, Taylor Schilling, and then earned his Master of Fine Arts in comics and storytelling from the Academy of Art, California, through its online program.
He became an author through the encouragement of an acquaintance.
“My first semester of college, my mom’s coworker saw some of my art and said I should be an artist. I wasn’t enjoying my first degree plan (biology), so I made the switch and never looked back.”
“After I earned my master’s degree and was working on the graphic novel of Calder, I realized that I was more interested in the actual story than I was in illustrating it. I have always loved to read, and it just made sense. I love it and it’s fun.”
“I still love drawing, and it was fun to illustrate a cover and chapter illustrations for this book!”
They moved to Fort Scott shortly before their first son was born, and it is here that he wrote most of this, his first book.
The Book
Qualls sent this synopsis of his book: The Sea and The Sword is
an escape into the world of Aegindus, where the gods of Olympus reign and destiny hangs in the balance. It is packed with fantasy, action, suspense, mythology, and magic. The Sea and The Sword is an adventure for anyone who loves getting lost in a great story.
There is a Parental Advisory with the book because it contains descriptions of battle scenes, but nothing more graphic than video games or even the Bible, he said.
To order the book: https://a.co/d/jbfK20z
Aside from being a full-time stay-at-home father of two and author, he also runs Hercules Hobby, a local trading card store in downtown Fort Scott.
Hot Wok Chinese Buffet Open on July 4th
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Summer Baseball Series Starts on July 11 at LaRoche Sports Complex
Fort Scott Franchise Unveils Action-Packed Lineup for
“Summer Baseball Series” at LaRoche Sports Complex
FORT SCOTT, KS — The Fort Scott franchise is proud to announce a full slate of exciting
promotional events and community celebrations for the highly anticipated “Summer Baseball Series”,
taking place July 11–13, 2025, at LaRoche Sports Complex.
The three-day series will feature four games between the Texarkana Rhinos and the Joplin Outlaws,
including a Sunday doubleheader, alongside a variety of special activities that celebrate the spirit of
Fort Scott and the future of baseball in the region.
“SUMMER BASEBALL SERIES” PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
Friday, July 11 – Team Name Reveal Night
Game Time: 7:05 PM
• The evening kicks off with a ceremonial first pitch by Fort Scott city officials.
• During pregame festivities, the club will unveil the official name and logo of Fort Scott’s new
baseball team and announce the winner of the “Name the Team” contest — who will receive
two season tickets for life.
• Postgame fireworks show presented by the City of Fort Scott.
• Fans can enjoy food trucks, ballpark fare, and family-friendly fun all night long.
Saturday, July 12 – Live Music Saturday
Game Time: 6:05 PM
• Immediately following the game, fans will be treated to a live postgame concert featuring
Steven Bankey and the Flatland Band, known for their high-energy Red Dirt country sound.
• Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a night of baseball and live music under the stars.
Sunday, July 13 – Championship Sunday Doubleheader
Game Times: 4:05 PM & 6:35 PM
• Sunday’s action features a doubleheader between the Rhinos and Outlaws.
• Between games, the club will hold a special recognition ceremony honoring the Fort Scott High
School Baseball Team, 2025 Kansas State Champions.
• Families are encouraged to attend and celebrate local athletic excellence and the next generation
of baseball stars.
VENUE INFO & TICKETS
All games will be held at the LaRoche Sports Complex, 4805 Campbell Drive., Fort Scott, KS 66701.
Local sponsors include Cheney Witt Funeral Chapel, Holmtown Pub, Be the Light Boutique and
American Legion Post 25.
Tickets are available online at www.JoplinOutlaws.com.
• Single-Day Tickets: $8 (General Admission), $10 (Home Plate Reserved), $12 (Home Plate
Box)
• Weekend Pass (All 4 Games): $20 (General Admission), $25 (Home Plate Reserved), $30
(Home Plate Box).
Visit: https://ft1.glitnirticketing.com/ftticket/webplan/webplanstadiumg.php?event_id=82
• Children under 5 are FREE (must sit on an adult’s lap).
“We’re proud to bring high-caliber summer baseball and exciting entertainment to Fort Scott,” said
Vice President, Mike Marek of the Fort Scott franchise. “Whether you’re a baseball fan, music lover, or
just looking for a fun weekend with the family, there’s something for everyone at the “Summer
Baseball Series.”
Fort Scott’s new team will play 32 home games starting in May 2026 at the LaRoche Baseball
Complex. The league features top collegiate players alongside post-college players pursuing
professional baseball careers. These athletes include players who were undrafted, unsigned free agents,
or former professionals working to return to affiliated baseball.
The Mid America League currently consists of franchises in: Joplin, MO; Fort Smith, AR; Texarkana,
TX; White Oak/Longview, TX; Sherman, TX; Abilene, TX. The Mid America League is committed to
growing and strengthening baseball in the region.
• Families are encouraged to attend and celebrate local athletic excellence and the next generation
of baseball stars.
VENUE INFO & TICKETS
All games will be held at the LaRoche Sports Complex, 4805 Campbell Drive., Fort Scott, KS 66701.
Local sponsors include Cheney Witt Funeral Chapel, Holmtown Pub, Be the Light Boutique and
American Legion Post 25.
Tickets are available online at www.JoplinOutlaws.com
Rock Creek Lake Work Continues For Reopening the Best Fishing Holes
Seth Simpson’s work crew is getting all of the best fishing holes reopened at Rock Creek Lake just in time for the 4th of July weekend.
In the last year, the maintenance of Fort Scott Lake and Rock Creek Lake has come under the airport supervisor.
“I’m not exactly sure of the exact time that the airport got the maintenance of the lakes,” said Seth Simpson, Fort Scott’s Airport and Lakes Supervisor. “I was on orders to Germany for a year for the military. I believe it was about six to nine months ago.” Simpson is in the Missouri National Guard.
“Our duties at the Fort Scott and Rock Creek lakes include feeding the fish at the rearing pond, mowing, weed eating, trimming trees, maintaining the structures that the city owns, emptying trash cans and picking up loose trash, setting up and taking down the swim ropes, and maintaining the beach area.”
This city crew is cleaning up some former fishing spots that have been covered up with brush.
“We are clearing out brush and grass to open up spots that were previously inaccessible due to overgrowth so that people can walk to the water’s edge and be able to cast a line,” Simpson said. “We will continue to open up more spots around the lake as we have time.”
The submitted photos are before-and-after pictures of areas cleared on June 30, near the entrance just off Jayhawk Road near the bridge.
To get to Rock Creek, take Jayhawk Road and turn onto 195th Street and go down until you see the parking lot on the west side of the road.
The new fishing spots are on Jayhawk Road and near the bridge with a gravel parking area.
To learn more, the Facebook page is Fort Scott Airport
Agenda for the FS City Commission on July 1
NOTICE OF AND AGENDA FOR REGULAR
MEETING OF FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
City Hall Commission Room – 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
July 1, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.
- Call to Order/Roll Call
- Pledge of Allegiance
III. Invocation
- Approval of Agenda
- Consent Agenda
- Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1387-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates of June 11, 2025 – June 24, 2025 – $489,151.22
- Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting of June 17, 2025
- Public Comment
VII. Appearances
- Ronette Center – Resolution No. 12-2025 Kansas Community Empowerment Program
VIII. Unfinished Business
- Consideration to Approve Certificate of Appropriateness – 24 N. Main St. – La Hacienda – Front Door – Approved by SHPO June 12, 2025, and Recommended by Design Review Board June 20, 2025.
- Consideration to Amend Ordinance No. 3782 – AN ORDINANCE FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING THE FORT SCOTT HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND RESOURCE COMMISSION TO THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FORT SCOTT, KANSAS – Approved June 17, 2025 – L. Dillon
- Discussion of CLG Process (next steps) – L. Dillon
- Consideration to Approve Purchase of Playground Surface for Nelson Park – $36,000.00 – Recommended by Parks Advisory Board on June 12, 2025 – Matkin
- Consideration to Approve Revised Employee Handbook and Adopt Ordinance No. 3783 – AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 3533, ADOPTING EMPLOYEE MANUAL – Tabled from June 17, 2025 – B. Matkin
- New Business
Action Items:
- Consideration of Approval for City Manager to Sign Airport Taxiway KDOT Grant Documents for Project No. AV-2026-16 – Agreement No. 455-25
- Consideration of Temporary Street Closure – Coates Street from Elm to Mulberry – July 4, 2025 – 10:00AM – Midnight.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 14-2025 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED USAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 18 S. HOLBROOK – Public Hearing Date of August 19, 2025.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 15-2025 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED USAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 402 N. SHUTE – Public Hearing Date of August 19, 2025.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 16-2025 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED USAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 205 LINCOLN – Public Hearing Date of August 19, 2025.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 17-2025 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED USAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 102 N. BARBEE – Public Hearing Date of August 19, 2025.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 18-2025 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED USAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 602 S. BARBEE – Public Hearing Date of August 19, 2025.
- Consideration of Resolution No. 19-2025 – RESOLUTION AND NOTICE OF HEARING WITH REFERENCE TO ALLEGED USAFE AND DANGEROUS STRUCTURE AT 505 CLARK – Public Hearing Date of August 19, 2025.
- Reports and Comments
- Adjourn
What’s Happening in Fort Scott June 26 Edition
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