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Business, Food, Fort Scott

Papa Don’s Celebrates Anniversary

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Papa Don’s Restaurant day staff: Sheila Rygmyr, Emily Martin, Jessica Joyce, Shayla Cowlshaw, Amy Walker.
Mother-daughter team of Sheila Rygmyr and Brita Bolton are the owners of Papa Don’s Pizza Restaurant in historic downtown Fort Scott.
From left, the evening crew of Papa Don’s Pizza, Cash Rygmyr-Rose, Melody Cooper, Abby Sczpanski, Brita Bolton and Daswon Wilson. Submitted.
They originally opened the business at 22 N. Main in March 1991 and after a break of several years reopened at 10 N. Main on May 2, 2011.
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They strive to provide their community with all manner of food service.
“We actually do it all,” Brita said. “Not only dine-in and carry-out but also delivery, catering, online ordering and curbside. From pizza, pasta, salad bar, ice cream and deli sandwiches. Plus gluten-free and low carb is available.”
Hours of operation are Monday to Saturdays 10:30 a.m, to 8 p.m. and  the first Sunday of every month 11a.m. to 3 p.m.
To contact the business: email at [email protected] or by phone 620.223.4171 or find them on Facebook Papa Don’s Pizza.
They currently have 15 employees that includes the owners.
The best part of being a small business owner in Fort Scott is “the local support from the community and surrounding schools that we cater lunches for every week,” Brita said.

 

Papa Don’s back patio is a pretty place to eat a meal on these warm spring days.
Food, Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce, Schools

FS Christian Heights School Annual Country Store This Saturday

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member
Fort Scott Christian Heights…
Annual Country Store and Auction!
This year, we will be celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Fort Scott Christian Heights, and our 57th Annual Country Store and Auction! Nostalgic pictures and yearbooks will be on display for the day.
The day begins with registration (7:30) for our 5K and Fun Run/Walk (race begins at 8:00).
The Booths, Garage Sale rooms, and Bakery will be open from 9:00-3:00.
A fried-chicken dinner will be served from 4:00 until Auction time at 6:00.
The concession stand will run all day, and serve pulled pork sandwiches, hot dogs, taco salads, malts, shakes, and more!
Country Store offers a day of fun for everyone!
ALL ARE WELCOME!
*We are taking gently-used donations for the garage sale, and new items for the auction! Items can be dropped off anytime during school hours (8:00 – 3:45 Monday through Thursday).
Please contact FSCH Office for more info!
620-223-4330 or email [email protected] .
Bourbon County, Business, Food, Fort Scott

Brickstreet BBQ Opens

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Brickstreet BBQ is at the corner of National Avenue and Oak Street just northwest of downtown Fort Scott. Oak Street turns into Old Fort Blvd. when you cross National going east.
Brickstreet BBQ, at  the corner of National Avenue and Oak Street opened yesterday with a Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting.
Alex and Carissa Bowman welcome the crowd that came for the ribbon cutting on May 2.
 Owners  are Carissa and Alex Bowman.
In an interview, Carissa said they are looking forward to  this new venture and “The  challenge and excitement of starting something that Alex and I can build together.”
She said they are also looking forward to bringing more job opportunities to Fort Scott.  They currently have 60 part-time and full time employees.
Brickstreet BBQ owner Carissa Bowman, left, and Shelby Burdick and Donna Hughes, servers, prepare for the first customers on this opening day.
The service they will be providing to their community is “A sit-down restaurant experience with high quality smoked meats,” she said.

 

Brickstreet hours of operation are Tuesday-Thursday  11 a.m.- 9 p.m.;   Friday-Saturday  11 a.m.- 10 p.m.  Sunday 11 a.m.  – 3 p.m.
Contact them at 620-224-2425 or on their Facebook page.
In this photo of the ribbon cutting at Brickstreet BBQ, the Bowmans are pictured in the center with family, friends and staff surrounding. At left is the Chamber Chairperson Bailey Lyons and holding the other end of the ribbon is Mayor Matthew Wells.

There was much gratitude expressed in the comments for the opening of this restaurant.

Carissa welcomed and thanked all the family and friends for the support they give.

Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce Chairperson Bailey Lyons told the attendees “Thanks for bringing barbecue back to Fort Scott.”

“May this place bring you much return on your investment,” Fort Scott Mayor Matthew Wells said.

The door is open at Brickstreet BBQ.
Airport, Fort Scott

Invitation to Submit Bid for Hay Rights at Fort Scott Municipal Airport

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The City of Fort Scott, Kansas is soliciting requests for bids from persons who are interested in the hay rights at the Fort Scott Municipal Airport.  The contract will be for a ONE       (1) year period beginning in 2023.

 

There are 130 acres to be hayed.  Contractor is responsible for any damages to Airport grounds or equipment caused by contractor.  All hay must be baled and removed from the Fort Scott Municipal Airport property between the time frame of July 1st and August 31st annually.

 

Interested applicants should submit sealed bids by 2:00 PM, May 31st, 2023 to the City Clerk at City Hall, 123 S. Main, Fort Scott, Kansas.

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

CHAMBER RIBBON CUTTING TO CELEBRATE RIGGS CHIROPRACTIC on May 4

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CHAMBER RIBBON CUTTING TO CELEBRATE RIGGS CHIROPRACTIC

Thursday, May 4th, 2023
5:15pm

 

The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members to a Chamber After-hours & Ribbon Cutting Event to celebrate the opening of Riggs Chiropractic Fort Scott location! The event will take place on Thursday, May 4th from 5:15pm-6:30pm with the remarks and ribbon cutting starting at 6pm. After the Ribbon cutting and remarks, everyone is invited to come and go to see the business, enter the drawings, and enjoy refreshments.

 

Riggs Chiropractic is where your family achieves optimum health and wellness through Chiropractic Care. Riggs Chiropractic has three locations; Pittsburg, Ks, Riverton, Ks, and Fort Scott, Ks.

 

Riggs Chiropractic offers services such as; Low Back Pain, Headaches & Migraines, Joint Pain, Neck Pain, Pregnancy, Satica, Whiplash, Carpal Tunnel, Pediatrics, and Acupuncture.

 

Contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce for more information at 620-223-3566 or [email protected].

 

 

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Coffee At Papa Don’s Pizza Restaurant on May 4

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ANNOUNCING THIS WEEK’S
CHAMBER COFFEE
Join us for Chamber Coffee hosted by
Papa Don’s
Thursday, May 4th
8am
10 N. Main
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to the Chamber Coffee Thursday, May 4th at 8am hosted by Papa Don’s located at 10 N. Main St. Coffee in the Downtown Historic District. Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served in addition to a door prize drawing.
Papa Don’s is celebrating their 12th anniversary this week in their current location, and 27 years in business overall! They have been doing some remodeling and updates to the store and we will hold a ribbon cutting directly after the Coffee to celebrate. This Mother/Daughter business is committed to bringing you the best quality of food and they are excited to continue to serve the community.
Chamber members and guests are invited to Chamber Coffee events each Thursday at 8 a.m. to network, make announcements, hear about happenings in the community as well as learn about the host business or organization.
Clickhere for their Facebook page.
We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members
shown below!
Business, Food, Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Brickstreet Barbecue Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening on May 2 at 10:45 a.m.

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Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting!
Join us Tuesday, May 2nd for the
Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
of the NEW Brickstreet BBQ,
3 W. Oak St.,
TOMORROW, May 2nd, at 10:45am,
just prior to their opening to the public at 11am.
Brickstreet BBQ Owners,
Alex and Carissa Bowman.
Click here to view their menu
and their Facebook page!
Contact the Chamber for more
information at 620-223-3566.
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701
Bourbon County, Entertainment, Fort Scott, History

TICKETS FOR WAHZHAZHE: AN OSAGE BALLET ON SALE NOW

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FORT SCOTT, Kan. – Tickets are now on sale for Wahzhazhe: An Osage Ballet.  This moving story of the Osage people is coming to Fort Scott, Kansas for three performances July 21-22, 2023. Adult tickets (ages 16 and up) are $35.00 while tickets for children (ages 15 and below) are $15.00 each.  Discount early bird prices are available until May 31.  Tickets can be purchased online at https://friendsoffsnhs.ticketspice.com/wahzhazhe or by visiting the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site on Facebook.  Persons needing assistance with online purchases can do so, in person, at the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce.

The rich history of the Osage Nation is brought to life in this stunningly beautiful stage performance using traditional drumming, colorful costumes, and contemporary dance. The heart-pounding drumbeats, rhythmic dancing, and compelling stories of Wahzhazhe are sure to delight dancing enthusiasts and history fans of all ages. The show has been performed  for the Pope in Philadelphia, PA, at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian in Washington D.C. and most recently at Branson, MO.  Fort Scott performances will be held Friday, July 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 22 at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site in partnership with the National Park Service are hosting Wahzhazhe as part of Fort Scott National Historic Site’s educational programming.  This performance will be the highlight in a series of Native American programming being offered by the park this year.  The Friends are seeking sponsors to help offset the cost of bringing the performance to Fort Scott.  Contact [email protected] for more information.

 

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Bourbon County, Business, Fort Scott

Ecker: New Real Estate Agent with Lyons Realty Group

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Bill Ecker, taken from the Lyons Group Realty Facebook page.
Bill Ecker, 65, received his real estate license in February, 2023.
He was recently hired by Lyons Realty Group.
“My job will be to help others with the sale or purchase of property,” he said. “I am available almost every weekday after 2 p.m. and on weekends.”
Contact him at  620-224-6311 or email, [email protected]
Ecker lives in Fort Scott and is a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church.
In his spare time, Ecker enjoys a variety of activities.
“I love to golf, gardening, bike riding, hiking and watching almost any sport,” he said. He has two daughters, Sarah in Durham, NC and Amy in Centerton, AR and two grandchildren.
Bailey Lyons. Submitted photo.
Lyons Realty Group recently announced Ecker’s hiring on its Facebook page:
“Bill is no stranger to rural living, in fact, that’s what he prefers. He moved to Fort Scott in 1994 from a rural community in Central Illinois, and has enjoyed building a life in this community ever since.
“While Bill is new to real estate, he is not new to customer service and helping people. He has worked in sales and service his entire life, and is passionate about exceeding his customer’s expectations.
Coming originally from the farm lands in Illinois, Bill has working knowledge of agricultural properties and their uses.
“Bill’s father was a carpenter giving him knowledge of general construction. His diverse background makes him well-qualified to help with any facet of real estate whether it be agriculture, residential, or commercial.
“Bill entered the real estate business in hopes of helping others achieve their goals of property ownership, and he gets great satisfaction out of helping others succeed. Finding the right property for the right person is his newest passion.”
Fort Scott

Fort Scott Town Wide Annual Garage Sale This Weekend

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2023 Annual Town – Wide Garage Sale!
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce announces the Spring Town-wide Garage Sale is, May 5th and 6th as well as the Pioneer Harvest Swap Meet at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds. To have your sale listed on the map, registrations need to be turned in by May 2nd.
Starting Thursday, May 4th, copies of the official garage sale map may be found at the Chamber office as well as local stores 5 Corners, Bids & Dibs, Casey’s, Don’s Smoke Shop, and all Pete’s locations. The map may also be found on the Chamber website fortscott.com or on Facebook on the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce page.
Contact the Chamber for more information at
620-223-3566.
Thank you to our Chamber Champion members below!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701