Category Archives: Fort Scott

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 SPECIAL MEETING

JUNE 27, 2023 – 5:30 P.M.

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.0 Call Meeting to Order Danny Brown, President

2.0 Flag Salute

3.0 New Business

3.1 High School Science Resources (Action Item)

3.2 Preschool Resource Frog Street Purchase (Action Item)

3.3 KERMP Property, Casualty, Auto Insurance Renewal (Action Item)

3.4 Laptop Storage & Supply (Action Item)

3.5 Year-End Review and Approval of Transfers (Action Item)

4.0 Other Business – Personnel Matters

4.1 Enter Executive Session – Personnel Matters (Action Item)

4.2 Exit Executive Session

4.3 Approval of Personnel Report (Action Item)

5.0 Adjourn Meeting

President Brown

Church news, Entertainment, Fort Scott

First Southern Baptist Will Perform at Friday Night Free Concert

June 26, 2023 Submitted Story Leave a comment

Bourbon County, Business, Food, Fort Scott, Youth

Young Entrepreneur: Rinley Holly

June 26, 2023 Loretta George 1 Comment

This is part of a series highlighting young entrepreneurs in our community.

If you would like to nominate a young entrepreneur, please submit their contact info to [email protected].

Rinley Holly sells to a customer, while her brother Stetson looks on.

Rinley Holly, rural Fort Scott, is five years old and likes to bake.

Katie, her mom, said she would bake everyday if she could.

Her parents, Katie and Ethan, own Still Waters Farm and sell beef and pork at the farmers market on Saturdays. She is with her family on Saturday mornings, along with her brother, Stetson, 3.

“Last year, she kept asking me to let her sell cookies,” Katie said.

So, Rinley baked and sold her product once last year at her family’s booth at the Fort Scott Farmers Market.

This year when Katie heard that other entrepreneurs were going to be selling products at the farmers market on June 3, “We asked her if she wanted to make some cookies.”

She did, and she has a helper.

“Stetson likes to taste test for her,” Katie said.

Rinley tells the process of making her cookies:

“You make dough, roll it in a ball, and flatten them with a cup, then put them in the oven on a rack,” she said. “Snickerdoodles are my favorite.” She also makes chocolate chip cookies.

Rinley likes to bake, “Cause it’s fun,” she said.

She is planning on attending the Acton Children’s Business Fair, later this year, her mother said, to learn more about the business side.

“Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace,” according to https://www.childrensbusinessfair.org/fortscott-ks

“We will host children’s business booths at the 2nd annual event that will be held at the Farmer’s Market located at Skubitz Plaza near the Historic Fort on September 30th, 2023 from 8 a.m. to noon.”

The Fort Scott Farmers Market is at Skubitz Plaza, directly in front of the Fort Scott National Historic Site on Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

Bourbon County, Fort Scott, Fort Scott National Historic Site, Government, History

Join Fort Scott NHS for the Sights and Sounds of American Independence

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Fort Scott Kan. – Celebrate American independence with the sounds of cannon fire and immersion in America’s history while honoring the service men and women who have defended the United States through the growth of our nation.

On Saturday and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd, we will fire artillery, host interpretive programs/discussions addressing the differences between officers and enlisted men, lead Fort tours, and play historic games. Join Ranger Jessica for a nature walk on Saturday and Tuesday. The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site, Inc. will be serving free ice cream at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

On Tuesday July 4th, black powder programs will continue with artillery demonstrations and a special program/discussion on the meanings of the Declaration of Independence.

SATURDAY, JULY 1

9 a.m. – Tallgrass Prairie Walk

10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration

11:30 a.m. – Homemade Ice Cream (Friends of Fort Scott NHS, Inc.)

Noon – Historic Games

1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration

3 p.m. – Rank has Privileges: Interpretive Discussion

SUNDAY, JULY 2

10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration

Noon – Historic Games

1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration

3 p.m. – Rank has Privileges: Interpretive Discussion

TUESDAY, JULY 4

10 a.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

11 a.m. – Artillery Demonstration

Noon – Tallgrass Prairie Walk

1 p.m. – Ranger Guided Tour of the Fort

2 p.m. – Artillery Demonstration

3 p.m. – We Hold These Truths: Meanings of the Declaration of Independence Discussion

4 p.m. – Flag Retreat

Park grounds are open daily from a half hour before sunrise until a half hour after sunset. To find out more or become involved in activities at the Fort, please contact the park at 620-223-0310 or visit our website at www.nps.gov/fosc.

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Fort Scott, Youth

Storyteller Jo Ho to Perform for Summer Reading on June 27

June 24, 2023 Submitted Story Leave a comment

Storyteller Jo Ho will return to Fort Scott on June 27 at 10 a.m. at Memorial Hall.

Enjoy the interactive genius of her customized summer reading storytelling presentation called “I Scream for Ice Cream!” After the performance, come to the library for ice cream in the event room.

Library performances are free and open to the public. This event is part of the library’s summer reading program. Learn more about and register for the program at: https://forms.gle/suanVpb2pYH3PwyX8

This performance is made possible by a partnership with USD 234.

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

What’s Happening in Fort Scott

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What’s Happening in Fort Scott! June 23rd Weekly Newsletter

UPCOMING CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Fort Scott National Historic Site

Daily Tours: 10am & 1pm

Trolley Tours of Fort Scott

50-minute narrated historical tour

Every Friday & Saturday on the hour

Fridays 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Saturdays 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

$6 adults, $4 12 & under, leaves from the Chamber

Click this link: The Artificers

July pottery class/workshop

schedule, a creative space for all ages!

Click here for all the FUN activities at the

Museum of Creativity, something for all ages!

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.

June Special at Hedgehog.INK! Bookstore, Good Ol’ Days & Good Books, 25% off History, Historical Fiction, and Old Books

Fort Scott Public Library Summer Schedule has ALOT of fun things to do! Click here to see!

6/26-30 ~ Vacation Bible School – First Presbyterian & First Methodist Churches, 5:30-8pm at 1st Presbyterian Church, 3rd and Crawford

6/26-29 ~ Vacation Bible School, Fort Scott Nazarene, 4 years old-5th grade, 6-8:30pm

6/26-29 ~ Kids Art Camp hosted by The Artificers, 5-7pm, $75 per person, click here for more info!

6/28 ~ Chamber Blue Health Insurance Info Sessions for 2024 Coverage, two sessions

9-10am & 12-1pm, RSVP online at fortscott.com,

click here for more info.

6/29 ~ Chamber Coffee hosted by Bourbon County Garden Club, Heritage Park Pavilion, 8am

6/30 ~ First Friday at The Artificers, opened late from 5-9pm, click here for more info!

6/30 ~ Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Pavilion, seating in limited so those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs, entertainment is free and all are welcome, 7-8pm, click here for more info!

6/30 ~ The Wayward Bettys Patio Concert at Crooners, $20 to reserve your seat, all proceeds will go to Christmas Gifts for children in foster care, click here for more info!

7/3 ~ Community Fireworks Display in Fort Scott, starting at dusk, click here for more info!

7/3 ~ Uniontown Independence Day Bach sponsored by Union State Bank, free hotdogs and chips, inflatables for kids, live entertainment, 6:30pm, click here for more info!

7/4 ~ Burke Street Parade, 10-11am, click here for more info!

7/6-9 ~ John Hill FSCC Summer Showcase Baseball Tournament, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ First Friday at The Artificers, opened late from 5-9pm, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ Backroom Art Gallery First Friday Located at Hare & Crow, 1-9pm, click here for more info!

7/6 ~ Friday Night Concert at Heritage Park Pavilion, seating in limited so those attending are encourage to bring lawn chairs, entertainment is free and all are welcome, 7-8pm, click here for more info!

7/8 ~ 49th Annual Bronson Day, Bronson Public Park, 10am-1pm, click here for more info!

SAVE THE DATE!

7/11 ~ Downtown Meet & Greet, Lyons Realty Group, 8:30-9:30am, click here for more info!

7/11 ~ USD 234 Fort Scott School District JOB FAIR, click here for more info!

7/14 ~ Chamber Golf Classis, 4 person scramble, 9am registration with a 10am tee-off time, click here for more info and to register!

7/21-22 ~ Wahzhazhe- The Osage Ballet, Danny and Willa Ellis Family Arts Center, Three different date/times: July 21st @ 7:30pm, July 22nd @ 3pm and 7:30pm, click here for more info and to order tickets!

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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

[email protected]

fortscott.com

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?

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.

June Special at

Hedgehog. INK! Bookstore!

Chamber Blue Health Insurance Info Sessions for 2024 Coverage!

Community Firework Show!

Looking for sponsorship for the Old Settlers Picnic, Labor Day Weekend!

Upcoming Movie Schedule @ Fort Cinema

THANK YOU TO OUR CHAMBER CHAMPION MEMBERS!

Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce

231 E. Wall Street

Fort Scott, KS 66701

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