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Free Fishing Days Offer Many Opportunities
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism’s (KDWPT) has announced that anglers can fish without a Kansas fishing license at public waters on June 1 and 2, 2019 thanks to “Free Fishing Days.”
Each year, KDWPT designates one weekend when everyone can fish without a Kansas fishing license. All you need is a pole and a place to go! Free Fishing Days celebrates National Fishing and Boating Week – a week dedicated to recognizing the importance of recreational boating and fishing.
Don’t let stories of flooding at some lakes and state parks derail your fishing plans. There are still many great opportunities to fish at lakes large and small. Many more Kansas state parks are open for business than are closed. Fisheries biologists report that high water gives fish more habitat to exploit, so fishing may be better when the water is higher. As always, exercise caution around high water and respect barricades.
If your favorite fishing hole is inaccessible, look to state fishing lakes and city and county lakes. KDWPT stocks many community lakes through its Community Fisheries Assistance Program (CFAP). More than 90 percent of the community lakes in Kansas are enrolled in the program and do not require any additional fishing licenses. A few community lakes not in the CFAP program require local fees to fish from the shore or a boat. A list of CFAP lakes is available in the 2019 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary and the 2019 Kansas Fishing Atlas.
If you’ll be taking part in Free Fishing Days, here are some tips to help you plan your weekend outing:
- Visit ksoutdoors.comand click “Fishing,” then “Where to Fish” to find a public fishing spot near you, including CFAP lakes.
- You can consult the 2019 Fishing Forecastat ksoutdoors.com/Fishing/Fishing-Forecast to locate waters ranked highest for a given species.
- For a list of state park conditions, check out ksoutdoors.com and click “State Parks,” then “State Park Alerts” or call the park office.
- While license requirements are waived for the weekend, anglers must still abide by all other regulations such as length and creel limits, equipment requirements, and more. To find regulation information, grab a copy of the 2019 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summaryat a license vendor near you. The summary also lists every state fishing lake, community lake and reservoir, and designates those considered “family friendly,” which means they have easy access to the water, flush restrooms, security patrols and lighting, and no alcohol is allowed.
Go fishing on June 1 and 2; the only thing it will cost you is your free time.
Governor Kelly on Storms
Governor comments on destructive storms, praises emergency personnel
The following statement is from Governor Laura Kelly, following destructive tornadoes that hit communities across Kansas last night, May 28, 2019:
“My thoughts are with all Kansans impacted by the destructive tornadoes in Douglas, Leavenworth, Mitchell, Russell, Trego, and Wyandotte Counties last night. We will be working closely with your local emergency management personnel to get you the resources and support you need.
“Kansas is experiencing a historic month of extreme weather – from tornadoes to heavy rain and flooding to severe thunderstorms. This is challenging for our emergency personnel and local officials across the state. I want to sincerely thank all of our local, state, federal partners and voluntary organizations who are working very hard, long hours to keep people safe, assist communities and give neighbors a place to shelter. The State of Kansas is grateful.
“At times like this, it is absolutely critical that we put safety first and heed all warnings from local emergency management officials. Please stay away from damaged areas and allow emergency responders the space to do their jobs. We will continue to work with Major General Lee Tafanelli and the Kansas Division of Emergency Management as they coordinate resources to assess the damage and needs of these communities and deliver support.
“As Kansans, we must look out for each other during this difficult time – we must do what we can to assist our friends and neighbors impacted by these devastating storms. Consider donating to or volunteering with the American Red Cross helping in the areas.”
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The Governor will not tour the impacted areas today in order to allow emergency management personnel to complete search and rescue and other lifesaving missions and perform damage assessments. She will tour the areas on Thursday, May 30, 2019.
“Cinema Saturday” at the Gordon Parks Museum
Fort Scott-The Gordon Parks Museum will show the films of Gordon Parks on Saturdays this summer starting on June 8 at noon in the museum on the FSCC campus.
This free event will feature Mr. Parks’ films and one of Kevin Willmott’s films.
“This is a good way to spend a couple of hours on a Saturday afternoon and come watch some of Gordon’s films that you may not have seen before,” said museum director Kirk Sharp. “We will show them on a big screen television in the living room area of the museum.”
The schedule is as follows: June 8-The Learning Tree; June 15- Leadbelly; June 22-Shaft (1971); June 29- Shafts Big Score; July 6-Learning Tree; July 13-Super Cops; July-20 Solomon Northup’s Odyssey; and July 27- Jayhawkers.
The Gordon Parks Museum summer hours will be Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. starting May 27 – August 3.
For more information contact the museum by email at [email protected] or by phone at 223-2700, ext. 5850.
Grief Support Luncheon
Our next grief support luncheon will be Wednesday, June 5th, at noon.
Anyone dealing with a loss is encouraged to come and bring a friend. Cheney Witt Chapel will provide lunch at the Carriage House, 301 S. Main. Call us at 223-1186 if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you!
Submitted by Cheney Witt Chapel
Shepherd Elected to CHC Board
David R. Shepherd Elected to CHC/SEK Board of Directors
Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas (CHC/SEK) is pleased to welcome David R. Shepherd as its newest elected member of its board of directors. Shepherd is a longtime Fort Scott businessman and owner of Bourbon County Cars, Inc. He becomes the 14th member of the governing body of the health center.
“By design, health center board members must be representative of the communities we serve,” says Krista Postai, President & CEO of CHC/SEK. “Upon establishing our Fort Scott clinic, David stood out as an obvious board candidate with his volunteer work with both faith-based and community boards. His involvement with Presbyterian Village, Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas and as a mentor and facilitator of “Next Steps” (assisting families living in poverty)” clearly indicated he shares similar values with our organization.”
Shepherd said, “When I was approached by CHC/SEK about serving, I wasn’t sure I wanted to serve on another board or committee after being on so many over the past 45 years. However, after giving the matter much thought and learning about their mission in the communities they serve, I decided what they are doing in the Fort Scott area is something so important that I needed to do what I can to help. Among the many things I like and appreciate about the organization is the fact that every patient CHC/SEK serves receives the same level of high-quality care and services, regardless of their financial means or ability to pay.”
CHC/SEK board chairman Dr. Dan Minnis commented “David brings to the board a vast knowledge of business, community affairs, finance and banking, as well as his involvement in so many organizations focusing on improving life for the people of Fort Scott and Bourbon County. “His skills, insight, and dedication to his community are in perfect alignment with the spirit and mission of our organization.”
Shepherd has previously served in various Mercy Health System committees and boards, Bourbon County United Way, Fort Scott Rotary Club, Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, the Mo-Kan Area Council, Boy Scouts of America; KS State Historical Society, and as a trustee, Chairman of Board, Deacon, and Elder at First Christian Church, Fort Scott.
Kids in the Kitchen: Devon
Culinary Kids Program at Fulton
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports May 29
Last Man Standing: Good Ol’ Days 2019
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Chamber Coffee at Skubitz Plaza May 30
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WEEKLY CHAMBER COFFEE REMINDER
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Hosted by:
Good Ol’ Days Festival Committee
Location:
Skubitz Plaza, Old Fort Blvd.
Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 8:00 a.m.
Visit the Good Ol’ Days Festival
web page by clicking HERE.
Chamber members and guests are encouraged to attend for networking, community announcements, and to learn about the hosting business or organization.
Members may pay $1 to make an announcement about an upcoming event, special/sale/discount, or news of any kind.
Upcoming Coffees:
June 6 – Lowell Milken Center (D-Day 75th Anniversary)
June 13 – Accent Dental
June 20 – Bourbon County Garden Club
June 27 – Open – Call to Schedule
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports May 24-28
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