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Board Meets Monday For Alterations To 124 E. Wall
The Design Review Board will meet on Monday, April 16, 2018, at 4:30 p.m. at the City Hall Commission Meeting room at 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas.
This meeting will be held to discuss a Certificate of Appropriateness for alterations to the building at 124 E. Wall Street and any other matters that may come before the Board. This meeting is open to the public.
This is the former Spoiled Brat Salon building.
Today, Lord, Give Me Your Vision by Patty LaRoche
I have a new, daily prayer: Today, Lord, give me your eyes.
My perspective would be radically improved if I saw others as Jesus sees them.
As individuals he created. And loves. And wants them to love him back.
Replace my eyes with Yours.
There is no comparison between what my eyes see and what Jesus sees. If I am prayed up, the difference is dramatic, like…
- when I hear the story of a bitter church member and immediately think, “Help me demonstrate forgiveness instead of repaying his anger with mine.”
- when I meet the grumpy waitress and offer to pray for her.
- when I listen to Christian music instead of watching the news on television.
- when I am grateful for a husband who reminds me that getting worked up over what someone has said does nothing but ruin the rest of my day.
- when I am more diligent about relationships than my to-do list.
- when I ignore what the mirror reflects and am more concerned if I demonstrate the fruits of the spirit: love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. (Gal. 5: 22,23)
The difference is not only life-changing; it’s day-changing. With Jesus’ eyes, I no longer fret when people don’t view things my way (even when I am sooooo right). Jesus didn’t care that people disagreed with him or talked behind his back or even demanded his execution. He saw everyone through the eyes of love. Even those most different from him (which, in my opinion, is a really, really hard thing to do).
Yesterday I failed to do that.
As Board secretary for our condominium complex in Mazatlan, Mexico, I work with six men, most of whom have been the top dogs in their corporate worlds. We don’t always agree, but our job is to make decisions for 88 owners who also never agree. That part I find challenging and invigorating, especially when we are able to justify why we make the decisions we do.
One owner, “Ben,” pushes all of my unloving buttons. If he disagrees with us, he writes scathing emails, threatens to sue and attacks other owners. He doesn’t speak unless spoken to first, and then he talks about himself until his victims pretend to have an errand to run. (I know.)
Yesterday I was in a phone conversation with another Board member, and Ben’s recent email came up. I referred to him as a “narcissist.” It was a safe call; no one who knows Ben would disagree. Obviously, my Jesus’ eyes were closed. (Can you tell?) With Jesus’ lens, I would hurt for Ben and be concerned that he is insecure and desperate for others’ accolades and be grieved that he is an atheist. Yesterday, I wasn’t.
Today, probably because I am writing this article and am faced with my own unloving attitude, I am convicted to reach out to love Ben as Jesus does, with eyes that see based on the restoration of Calvary’s Cross. Today I am convicted that I may be the only Christian God has sent to make a difference, and I am convicted that God wastes no opportunities. Today I am seeing Ben through Jesus’ eyes.
This is a good day, a very good day.
I pray tomorrow be the same.
Governor Colyer Signs Eight Bills into Law
TOPEKA – Kansas Governor Jeff Colyer, M.D. has signed the following bills into law:
- Senate Bill 185: Expedites redevelopment projects by revising the powers of Johnson and Labette Counties in regard to certain redevelopment districts and authorities. (Signed 04/11/18)
- Senate Bill 324: Amends the vehicle dealers and manufacturers licensing act to prohibit certain actions by manufacturers which place unnecessary costs and burdens on vehicle dealers.
- Senate Bill 410: Updates insurance statutes to allow certain captive insurance companies in the State of Kansas.
- Substitute for House Bill 2147: Refunds improperly collected income taxes to certain Native American veterans.
- Senate Substitute for House Bill 2184: Amends workers compensation death benefits.
- House Bill 2580: Prevents consumer reporting agencies from charging certain fees relating to consumer report security freezes.
- House Bill 2581: Increases penalties for “swatting” and other false alarms if a third party is injured or killed as a result of the hoax. (Announced in the previous release)
- House Bill 2639: Allows KDHE to collect a fee for fingerprinting individuals maintaining, residing, working, or volunteering at a child care facility.
The Governor has now signed 50 bills into law this session. By law, the Kansas governor has 10 calendar days to sign bills into law, veto bills or allow bills to become law without his signature.
Anti-Swatting Bill Signed Into Law
Governor Jeff Colyer Signs “Anti-Swatting Bill” into Law Thursday
Topeka- Governor Jeff Colyer signed in to law today HB2581 that increases penalties for “swatting” or other false alarms if a third party is injured as a result of the hoax. Swatting is the action of making a prank call to emergency services in an attempt to bring about an armed police response to a particular address. This harassment tactic resulted in the loss of the life of Andrew Finch of Wichita in December 2017 after police were called to his home following a prank call allegedly placed by an individual in California.
“We need to send a clear message that this behavior is unacceptable in our society,” said Governor Jeff Colyer, “It isn’t a prank, it isn’t a joke, it is a deadly serious crime and this law makes it clear that we will treat it as such. What happened to Mr. Finch was unspeakably tragic, and we hope that this law will prevent any other innocent people from losing their lives as a result of this horrific behavior.”
“I am very pleased to think this legislation could possibly save lives,” said Lisa Finch, mother of Andrew.
Prom Time: Here Are Walk-In Instructions
The Fort Scott High School Prom 2018 is April 21, 2018, at the high school.
Public viewing of the building is from 5:00 to 6:00 pm, walk-in is from 6:30 to 8 pm and prom is from 8 to 11 pm.
“This year’s walk-in will be starting at the southeast corner of the high school,” according to Roberta “Bert” Lewis, an instructor at the school. “To get in line, you will need to drive north on Main, turn into the southwest corner of the parking lot by the tennis court. (directly east of Key Hole), then continue east toward the back parking lot. Valet parking will be available southeast corner of the east parking lot. If someone is picking up your car they can meet you at this location.”
Parent parking and viewing of walk-in:
Parent parking will be allowed on the street west of school, stadium, gravel lot west of the school, and at Buck Run. Handicap parking will be available on the north side of the school.
Parents will NOT be allowed to park in the west (front) lot, at the pool, or on State Street between 9th and 12th streets. Also closed for walk-in will be Scott street from 10th to 12th and 11th street from State Street to Main.
Click here, then click on the image to enlarge for a map of the parking and walk-in rules:
Prom map 12-Apr-2018 08-08-40(1)
Parents will be able to set up chairs or watch from bleachers in the back parking lot.
The east entrance to the high school, steps, and grand entrance will have viewing areas and picture options, but there will be no seating in this area.
Chamber Coffee at Arnold Arena Tomorrow At 8 a.m.
Chamber Coffee
Thursday, April 12th
8:00 am
Hosted by:
Arnold Arena on the FSCC Campus
Click HERE for the KOMB FM 103.9 Website
Don’t forget your dollars for announcements!
Upcoming Coffees:
April 19th – Stutesman’s Action Realty
April 26th – Lee’s Paws & Claws
May 3rd – National Day of Prayer @ The Ellis Family Fine Arts Center
May 10th – Woodland Hills Golf Course
Home, Sport, Farm, Garden Show This Weekend
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports April 9-10
Chamber of Commerce Job of the Day
JOB OF THE DAY – FULL-TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE – COBALT MEDPLANS
Cobalt MedPlans is seeking applicants for CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.
Education/Experience includes a high school diploma or GED and one year of claims adjudication/customer service or equivalent.
Responsibilities include responding to phone call inquiries regarding the processing of a claim, researching policy information and membership records to resolve issues, and may also process claims or adjustments.
Apply online here: http://ow.ly/aeGF30jim6K
Patty Ryan: Certified Diabetes Educator
Managing diabetes can be a challenge, so having a health care provider near home who has an in-depth knowledge of the condition and specialized training is comforting.
Patty Ryan, Mercy RN, is also now a certified diabetes educator. With her guidance and expertise, patients at Mercy Hospital Fort Scott are better able to control diabetes – and that makes for a more active lifestyle with fewer visits to the doctor’s office.
“Throughout my career as a nurse, I have encountered so many people who were struggling with diabetes as well as with the long-term complications that are a risk of diabetes,” Ryan said. “I became a believer in the more you know, the better you can manage this condition.
“In my own family there are people affected by Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes,” added Ryan. “After an immediate family member was diagnosed, I found I wanted to pursue working in diabetes education. I feel that the greatest rewards are giving someone the ability to help themselves and live a healthier life.”
“In my role as a certified diabetic educator, I aim to educate and support those at risk for or diagnosed with diabetes.”
A certified diabetes educator is knowledgeable in prevention, prediabetes and diabetes management. To obtain this certification, a person must complete 1,000 hours of providing diabetes-related education, complete 15 continuing education hours, and apply to take and pass the CDE exam as well as having worked 2 years in a qualifying position. Re-certification is required every 5 years.
Ryan hosts a bi-monthly diabetes support group on Monday at 6 p.m. in McAuley Room C at Mercy Hospital Fort Scott located at 401 Woodland Hills Blvd. The group is open to the public. No reservation or pre-registration is required.
For more information about the diabetes support group, call Patty Ryan at 620-223-8412.
Mercy, named one of the top five large U.S. health systems in 2017 and 2016 by Truven, an IBM Watson Health company, serves millions annually. Mercy includes more than 40 acute care and specialty (heart, children’s, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, 800 physician practices and outpatient facilities, 44,000 co-workers and 2,100 Mercy Clinic physicians in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Mercy also has clinics, outpatient services and outreach ministries in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. In addition, Mercy’s IT division, Mercy Technology Services, supply chain organization, ROi, and Mercy Virtual commercially serve providers and patients in more than 20 states coast to coast.
Middle School Day Of Beauty At FSCC
The Fort Scott Cosmetology School participated in a community service project this past Saturday.
In conjunction with the FSMS VIPs, the parent group at Fort Scott Middle School, eight student stylists donated their afternoon to style the hair of middle school students. This was the fifth year of the event, scheduled to coincide with the annual TWIRP dance.
This event benefits both the middle schoolers and the cosmetology students, as the middle schoolers get “dolled up” before the big dance and the college students get to practice creating different hairstyles.
“We are so appreciative of the cosmetology school for continuing to volunteer their time each year,” said FSMS VIP President Stephanie George. “We had twenty-two students sign up for the event this year. Everyone really enjoyed themselves and they all looked fantastic! We look forward to this project every year.”
The cosmetology school is located on the college campus in Fort Scott. They are looking into expanding their hours so that they can take appointments in the evenings and Saturdays.To make an appointment, call 620-223-2700.
