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Care to Share (“The Sharing Bucket”) will be hosting the 5th Annual “TaTa” Ride on June 15th, 2019 and an “AR-15 Gun Raffle”. Raffle tickets are $5 each and on sale now! ATF Regulations apply. Contact Stacey Wright for tickets or more info. (See flyer below)
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Win a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico! Drawing tickets are $5 each, or 3 for $10. All proceeds go to the Good Samaritan Program, which directly benefits Fort Scott Presbyterian Village residents who have outlived their financial resources through no fault of their own.
Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St. (See flyer below for more info)
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Hedgehog.INK now has gardening books on the sale rack in the front of the store – These books are FREE, for a donation to Tri-Valley Horticulture Therapy Program (see flyer below for more info)
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Hedgehog.INK is celebrating Mother’s Day! Bring in an APRON (yours, your mother’s, grandmother’s, or one you bought at a garage sale) to be displayed in the store from May 1-15th. Be sure to label it in some way with your name
All cookbooks will be on sale for $50% off!!
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Artist of the Month at Hedgehog.INK – Art by Uniontown students will be on display in the store throughout the month of May
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Walgreens is looking for sponsors to donate noses to the local schools in Fort Scott to help spread the word for Red Nose Day. This is a great charity opportunity, and a way to increase awareness about childhood poverty. Noses this year are $2.00, and will come in a blind mystery bag containing one of five unique superhero noses.
Contact Vincent Ratcliff, manager of your local Fort Scott Walgreens, to purchase noses or to get further information (PLEASE SEE FLYER BELOW)
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Benefit Bass Fishing Tournaments & Raffles for Class of ’91 Grad Chad Elmer – Entry fees will go toward’s Chad’s upcoming expenses and prize money. Raffles include fishing and outdoor gear, ammo, an AR15 gun, and more! (See flyer below for complete details)
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Town-wide Garage Sale sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce- Maps will be available Thursday, May 9th through Saturday, May 11th at the following locations: Bids and Dibs, Casey’s, Don’s Smoke Shop, 5 Corners, all Pete’s locations, and the Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St.
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Pioneer Harvest Swap Meet – Bourbon County Fairgrounds, 2102 S. Huntington Blvd. in Fort Scott – Doors open at 8am
12th Annual Swap Meet, sponsored by Pioneer Harvest Fiesta
Flea market & garage sale items, antique gas engines & related parts, antique auto parts, farm tractors & tractor parts, farm equipment & accessories, literature, books & manuals. Something for everyone!
The grounds will be open Thursday, May 9th for setup. Camping available with electric ($20 per day)
Free admission to buyers, $10 booth fee. Contact Allen Warren at: 620-224-7761
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Weekly Livestock Sale at Fort Scott Livestock Market. Starting at 10am on both Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays: Cows, Pairs, Big Bulls
Saturdays: Stocker & Feeder Cattle, followed by any cows & bulls that come in late Friday & Saturday. Cafe open both sale days. You don’t have to be a buyer, just to come watch the sale and visit the cafe!
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| 10 | Friday Night Concert in the Park – Sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce – Heritage Park Pavillion, 1st & Main, 7-8pm
This Friday night at the Heritage Park Pavilion (1st Street and Main) will feature the Sekanaires Quartet. The quartet members are Ray Mauck, Curtis Ramsey, Steve Bell and Ralph Carlson. The quartet was formed in the early 1960s and has made seven recordings. The concert will start at 7 pm and will move to the Common Grounds Coffee shop in the event in inclement weather. This is the 2nd show of the new season The concerts are organized by Ralph Carlson. If you or someone you know is interested in performing, contact Ralph at [email protected] Bring your lawn chair as seating is limited |
| 11 | Benefit Bass Fishing Tournaments for Class of ’91 Grad Chad Elmer – Check-in 5:15 a.m. @ 223 N. National Ave., tournament starts at 6 a.m. sharp, weigh-in 3 p.m. @ 223 N. National Ave. Everyone who knows Chad Elmer and and for those of you who may not… He was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer and they found a couple spots on the liver. He is under going some pretty aggressive chemo therapy treatment There are three tournaments: May 11th, June 15th, and July 27th Entry will be $25/person. 50% of the entry fees will go to Chad to help with his up coming expenses and the other 50% will go to prize money There will be raffles at each tournament, including an AR15 gun raffle (see flyer below for complete information) |
| 11 | Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Saturday Mornings, 8:00am – 12:00pm Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products |
| 11 | Storytime at Hedgehog.INK! “Pirates Ahoy!” – 16 S. Main St., 10:30-11:30am, the second Saturday of every month
Storytime and special activity with the Fort Scott High School Thespians Visit: https://www.facebook.com/hedgesbookstore/ (See flyer below) |
| 12 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of 5 members on a team) $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. Pre-register at the tap room |
| 13 | Uniontown Regional High School Tournament |
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Accent Dental, LLC, hosted by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce – 204 State St. in Fort Scott
The event will begin at 5:15pm, with remarks and ribbon cutting at 5:30pm. Refreshments will be served. (See flyer below for info)
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| 14-15 | Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am |
| 14 | T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm |
| 14 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm |
| 14 | Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Tuesday evenings, 8:00am – 12:00pm Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products |
| 14 | USD 234 Board of Education Meeting – 424 S. Main St., 5:30-6:30pm |
| 14 | Historic Preservation Association of Bourbon County Meeting – Old Congregational Church, 502 S. National Ave., Board meeting at 6:30pm, program at 7pm
We will have great fellowship, refreshments, and a door prize – hope you can attend! |
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Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm
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Adult Coloring Program – Fort Scott Public Library,
201 S. National Ave., 2-4pm
Join us in the library events room for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. Library provides coloring pages, pens and pencils, and snacks. Bring your own beverage of choice (no alcohol, please)
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GEDTAG (Teen Advisory Group) – Fort Scott Public Library,
201 S. National Ave., 4-5pm
Exclusively for middle and high school students. We have meetings weekly, including a games & snack night, a community service project, a book club meeting, and a craft night each month
Make a difference in your community while having fun at TAG! Each meeting includes food, drinks, and a good time with your fellow teens. Bring your friends!
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| 15 | Presbyterian Good Sam Dinner and Auction – Fort Scott Presbyterian Village, 2401 S. Horton
Auction at 5pm, dinner from 4:30 to 6:30pm Chicken Mary’s dinner and homemade desserts! Chance to win a trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico Meal tickets are $9 in advance, $12 at the door. Carry-out is available Drawing tickets are $5 each or three for $10. Tickets are available at Presbyterian Village or the Chamber of Commerce, 231 E. Wall St. All proceeds go to the Good Samaritan Program, which directly benefits Fort Scott Presbyterian Village residents who have outlived their financial resources through no fault of their own (See flyer below for more info) |
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GED Graduation 2019 – FSCC Ellis Fine Arts Center, 2108 S. Horton, 6pm
Fort Scott Community College will conduct its annual Adult Basic Education/General Equivalency Diploma graduation at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 in the auditorium of the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center on the FSCC campus, 2108 S. Horton St. The ceremony is for students who have completed the GED program this past year. A reception will immediately follow the graduation
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Join us for the weekly Chamber Coffee of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at 8am. This week’s Chamber Coffee will be hosted by Fort Scott Paws & Claws Animal Shelter
Location: 8 N. Judson
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| 16 | Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the opening of the Fort Scott Paws & Claws Animal Shelter’s new location at 8 N. Judson St. The event will take place Thursday, May 16th, immediately following the Chamber Coffee, which begins at 8 a.m. at the same location
The new Paws and Claws location at 8 N. Judson St. in downtown Fort Scott will serve as a cat shelter, an office, and an intake and adoption area
Please join Fort Scott Paws & Claws Animal Shelter May 16th, 2019 for the Chamber of Commerce Coffee at 8 a.m., with remarks and ribbon cutting immediately following
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Business Basics: Quickbooks, presented by Kansas SBDC at PSU – FSCC Bailey Hall, Room A-130, 2108 S. Horton St., 8:30am-4:30pm
Business owners and entrepreneurs seeking information on growing their business through proper financial management. This program is appropriate for those who have started or are thinking about starting a business
Learn some of the essentials of navigating Quickbooks desktop software. We’ll cover basic accounting and multiple topics including: -Cash vs. accrual -Financial statements -Chart of accounts -Sales receipts -Invoices -Receiving payment/making deposits -Understanding banking and credit card statements -Budgeting (See flyer below for more info) To register, please visit: |
| 16 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm |
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Farm Pond Management class offered by Southwind Extension District – Community Building, 105 N. Prairie Ave., Hepler, KS, 5:45-8pm
5:45-6pm: Registration
6-6:45: Fish Management & Stocking – Connor Ossowski, Fisheries Biologist
6:45-7:15: Sponsored Meal
7:15-8pm: Aquatic Weed Control – Charlie Lee, KSU Wildlife Specialist
RSVP by May 13th. To register for this FREE event, please contact Chris Petty at [email protected], or Jeri Geren at [email protected], or call K-State Research and Extension, Wildcat District – Girard office at 620-724-8233 (See flyer below for more info)
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| 16 | Thursday Card Players – Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 6-9pm
Free weekly event to anyone that wants to play cards, drink coffee, eat snacks, and socialize |
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A Star is Born (or Died) – Boiler Room Brewhaus,
10 S. National Ave., 7-9pm
Join us at The Boiler Room Brewhaus on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 for karaoke fun. Cheer on your local, favorite star!
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| 17-18 | FREE Bourbon County Dump Day, Residential Only, Includes Tires – 2286 Noble Rd., northeast of city limits
There will be no charge to haul solid waste or construction and demolition materials to the landfill from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 17 and from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18 Residents will not be restricted on the number of tires brought to the landfill |
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Weekly Livestock Sale at Fort Scott Livestock Market. Starting at 10am on both Fridays & Saturdays
Fridays: Cows, Pairs, Big Bulls
Saturdays: Stocker & Feeder Cattle, followed by any cows & bulls that come in late Friday & Saturday. Cafe open both sale days. You don’t have to be a buyer, just to come watch the sale and visit the cafe!
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| 17 | Art Walk, hosted by Bourbon County Arts Council – Liberty Theatre Patio, 113 S. Main St., 5-8pm |
| 17 | Friday Night Concert in the Park – Heritage Park Pavillion, 1st & Main St., 7-8pm
This Friday night at the Heritage Park Pavilion (1st Street and Main) will feature the Sekanaires Quartet. The quartet members are Ray Mauck, Curtis Ramsey, Steve Bell and Ralph Carlson. The concert will start at 7 pm and will move to the Common Grounds Coffee shop in the event in inclement weather The concerts are organized by Ralph Carlson. If you or someone you know is interested in performing, contact Ralph at [email protected] Bring your lawn chair as seating is limited |
| 18 | Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Saturday Mornings, 8:00am – 12:00pm Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products |
| 18 | Kiwanis 3-Person Scholarship Scramble – Woodland Hills Golf Course, 2412 S. Horton, 9am-2pm
8am registration, 9am shotgun start. $60 per player/$180 per team. To register, contact Shannon O’Neil at 620-223-5060 |
| 18 | Marriage Night – Community Christian Church, 1919 S. Horton (enter on east side of building), dinner at 5pm, livestream from 6-9pm
Join us for a one night simulcast event to dedicate time for your marriage, packed with laughter and lessons you can apply immediately to your own marriage. We’ll be hearing from two great couples- Francis and Lisa Chan and Les and Leslie Parrott-with standup from comedian Michael Jr. $15/person. Call 620-223-1500 to register Watch a YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzJ_fv6RCm0 |
| 19 | Team Trivia at the Boiler Room Brewhaus – 10 S. National, 3-5pm
Exciting, fun and challenging team trivia. Put your team together (maximum of 8 teams, maximum of 5 members on a team) $5 per person. Cash prizes for winning team. Pre-register at the tap room |
| 19 | Steinway Thank You Concert at Fort Scott High School – 1005 S. Main St., 3-5pm
Please join us in a special concert of thanks to all the donors who funded the restoration of the Fort Scott High School Steinway grand piano The concert will feature various musical artists, both students and adults, from the school and community The concert is free and open to the public |
| 19 | Chamber Board Meeting – Papa Don’s, 12-1pm |
| 20 | Community Book Club – location to be determined, 7-8pm This month’s book is “At Home”, by Bill Bryson. Email Sara Coon at: [email protected] for location |
| 21-22 | Story Time – Fort Scott Public Library, 201 S. National Ave., 10-11am |
| 21 | T.O.P.S Meeting – Buck Run Community Center, 3-4pm |
| 21 | Fort Scott Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton, 12-1pm |
| 21 | Community Bingo at Country Place Senior Living (3rd Tuesday of every month) – 820 S. Horton, 2-4pm
Residents and the public are invited the 3rd Tuesday of each month for Community Bingo at Country Place Senior Living |
| 21 | Farmer’s Market – Skubitz Plaza (in front of the historic fort)
Tuesday evenings, 8:00am – 12:00pm Fort Scott Farmers’ Market is a farmer driven and run market. The farmers work hard to produce the very finest produce available. We also provide a great venue for community organizations to promote their mission and raise funds We are focused on fresh locally produce farm products |
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Tractor Safety Training offered by Southwind Extension District – FSCC John Deere Tech Building, 2223 S. Horton St., 5-9pm
Youth who are planning to do farm work for someone other than a parent or guardian, are are 14 or 15 years of age must attend a tractor safety course. Attendance is required to satisfy U.S. Department of Labor requirements. These requirements allow youth to be employed at certain hazardous farm tasks. Individuals must complete 20 hours of tractor driving (on their own) in order to receive a completed certificate
Register by calling the Southwind Fort Scott Office at 620-223-3720 no later than May 17, 2019 (See flyer below for more info)
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| 21 | City Commission Meeting – City Hall, 123 S. Main, 6-7pm |
| 22 | Breakfast Bingo at Buck Run Community Center (2nd & 4th Wed. of each month) – 735 Scott Ave., 9-10am
Come drink some coffee and play some bingo at Buck Run. Staff will provide the bingo cards, the caller, and coffee. Prizes provided by the Fort Scott Recreation Commission |
| 22 | Rotary Meeting – Presbyterian Church, 308 S. Crawford St., 12-1pm |
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Adult Coloring Program – Fort Scott Public Library,
201 S. National Ave., 2-4pm
Join us in the library events room for a relaxing afternoon of coloring and conversation. Library provides coloring pages, pens and pencils, and snacks. Bring your own beverage of choice (no alcohol, please)
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TAG (Teen Advisory Group) – Fort Scott Public Library,
201 S. National Ave., 4-5pm
Exclusively for middle and high school students. We have meetings weekly, including a games & snack night, a community service project, a book club meeting, and a craft night each month
Make a difference in your community while having fun at TAG! Each meeting includes food, drinks, and a good time with your fellow teens. Bring your friends!
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| 23-26 | Dave Regan Tournament (FSHS) – LaRoche Baseball Complex, 4805 Campbell Dr.
Email Josh Regan for more information: [email protected] |
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Join us for the weekly Chamber Coffee of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce at 8am. This week’s Chamber Coffee will be hosted by Niece Products
Location: 3904 Liberty Bell Rd.
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| 23 | Pioneer Kiwanis Meeting – FSCC Heritage Room, 12pm-1pm |
| 23 | Thursday Card Players – Buck Run Community Center, 735 Scott Ave., 6-9pm
Free weekly event to anyone that wants to play cards, drink coffee, eat snacks, and socialize |
| 23 | Author Talk and Book Signing with Carol Russell – Hedgehog.INK!, 16 S. Main St.
Meet and greet author Carol Russell. Carol Russell is a freelance writer; she has written four books and has had many articles, devotions, and children’s stories published. She will be introducing her new book, “Jackson’s Run” There will be an author talk, Q & A and booksigning. Her book will be available for purchase in the bookstore. Light refreshments will be served |
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A Star is Born (or Died) – Boiler Room Brewhaus, 10 S. National Ave., 7-9pm
Join us at The Boiler Room Brewhaus on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 for karaoke fun. Cheer on your local, favorite star!
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Save the Date:
– May 24-27 – Symbols of Sacrifice at Fort Scott National Historic Site
– May 24 – Flicks on the Bricks (Despicable Me)
– May 24 – Friday Night Concert in the Park (The Sekanaires Quartet)
– May 25 – Woodland Hills Memorial Weekend Scramble
– May 25 – Farmers’ Market
– May 25 – Carter Sampson @ Boiler Room Brewhaus
– May 26 – Dunn Memorial Golf Outing
– May 26 VFW Post 1165 Dedication of the U.S. Navy Memorial at Fort Scott National Cemetery
– May 27 – Team Trivia at Boiler Room Brewhaus
Click here for full events listing on our website.
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Accent Dental Ribbon Cutting May 13
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports May 10
Obituary of William “Rodney” Graham
William ‘Rodney’ Graham, 62, Fort Scott, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at his home, Fort Scott, KS.
Rodney was born May 23, 1956 in Fort Scott to Paul A. Graham, Sr. and Naomi Clounch. He lived in Fort Scott as a young child prior to moving to Iola, KS where he attended public schools. He graduated from Iola Senior High School in 1974 where he was a high school football standout.
He furthered his education by attending Baker University, Baldwin, KS, where he played football. He worked at Win-Vent, a division of Extrusions, Inc, Fort Scott.
He enjoyed fishing, working outdoors especially yard work, BBQ grilling, and had a passion for watching Nascar racing, and all athletic events.
Rodney married Glenda J. Johnson July 28th, 1978. With this union, their blended family became one. They divorced in 2018.
He is survived by his mother, Naomi Clounch, Iola, KS, four sons, Bo Graham and wife Jamie, Fort Scott, Chris Harris and wife Amie, Anthem, AZ, Tyrone Harris and wife Gabriela, Neosho, MO, and JB Johnson; two sisters, Teresa Clounch, Hays, KS, and Gena Clounch, Iola, KS, one brother, Paul Graham, Jr., Los Angeles, CA.; seven grandchildren Jordan Harris, Kayla Harris, Tiana Harris, Drake Sweeton, Raine Harris, Tyrone Harris Jr, Maddox Moss, and Blakely Graham; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, Paul, A. Graham, SR., stepfather Eugene. E. Clounch, JR, two brothers, Thurman Graham and Nathaniel Graham.
There was cremation
. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday May 16th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery.
Memorial are suggested to the Blakely Graham Scholarship Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Obituary of Donna Needham
Donna Ruth Needham’s journey to our Lord ended peacefully on May 7, 2019, in Fort Scott, Kansas. Her journey began June 21, 1931, in Wichita, Kansas.
Donna was a graduate of Wichita North High School. She earned her B.S. in education at Pittsburg State University. There she was a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha and gained lifelong friends as she did everywhere she was. After teaching at Hutchinson High School (1954-1962), she moved to Fort Scott and began her teaching career at Cottey College. She earned her Master’s in Education at Pittsburg State University. She retired from Cottey as Professor Emerita in 1997. While there, she oversaw the physical education program and served as chair of the Social Science division. In 1996, Donna received the Missouri Governor’s Excellence in Teaching Award.
Donna focused on all things water-related! She taught synchronized swimming, competitive swimming, diving and water safety. She was especially skilled at working with those who feared the water. She was also a certified trainer for the American Red Cross. It was not uncommon to see Donna with her friends in her beloved boat on Fort Scott Lake where she loved to water ski and frequently taught others to water ski.
Donna was preceded in death by her parents Ray and Thelma (Warne) Needham, and her sister Faye Shogren.
Survivors include her nephew Michael Shogren (Debbie) of Wichita, Kansas, niece Donna Robbins (Kevin Fessman) of Derby, Kansas, nephew Scott Shogren (Wendy) of Wichita, Kansas, and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
Donna’s sense of humor, honesty, generosity and infectious laughter endeared her to everyone she met. She will be greatly missed by dear friends! She will be especially missed by Lisa Proctor of Nevada, Missouri, Karen Polon and Ed Hyde of Nevada, Missouri, Mary Ann Benage of Fort Scott, Kay Roberts of Columbia, Missouri, Becki and Kent Roberts of Fort Scott, and Janie Harrison of Conway, Arkansas. We are grateful for the care and comfort that she was given at Presbyterian Village.
Her faith and her church Mary Queen of Angels were the light in the darkness we call life.
Following cremation, the Rosary will be prayed at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Fort Scott.
Father Yancey Burgess will celebrate the funeral mass at 10:00 a.m. with burial following in the St. Mary’s Cemetery under the direction of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic School or Cottey College and may be left in the care of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, 15 W. Wall Street, PO Box 309, Fort Scott, KS 66701. Condolences may be submitted to the online guestbook at konantz-cheney.com.
Health Department Moving Soon And A New Area Director
The Southeast Kansas Multi-County Health Department, with a facility currently housed in a modular office building on the Bourbon County Courthouse square, is moving.
“We hope to be completed by the end of May,” Bourbon County Commissioner Jeff Fischer said.
“Every day we are getting closer to moving in,” Rebecca Johnson, SEKMCHD Director said. Johnson assumed the position on April 1, 2019.
“There will be lots of possibilities for health care related agencies to use the facility,” Johnson said. “We are looking into a telemedicine possibility.”
The new location is at 6th and Horton Streets and will provide more than twice the size of the existing building, Fischer said.
The Bourbon County employees will remain the same: Alice Maffet-public health nurse, Kristi George-administrative assistant and head billing clerk, Gayle Green, Healthy Start Home Visitor and Johnson.
“I’ll be working there primarily,” Johnson said.
Chardel Hastings, the previous SEKMCHD director, is stepping into the position of Woodson County Public Health Nurse, Johnson said.
In December 2018, SEKMCHD purchased the building from Cornerstone Bible Church. The structure was originally built by Mercy Hospital in 1992 to provide health care services.
A building permit was granted to modify the western side of the building, replacing interior walls and providing the ability to secure the SEKMCHD space from the commons areas that include the waiting room and reception area, Fischer said.
Walls and doors were installed to create three new office spaces and two examination rooms, he said.
“Painting is going on right now,” Fischer said. “Once that is done, the electrician and cabinet folks can come in.”
The electrical, plumbing and cabinetry work has yet to be completed.
Martha, Again By Patty LaRoche
Last December I wrote about the Biblical account of Mary and Martha, sharing that I am a Martha personality (the woman who was frustrated because her sister sat at Jesus’ feet while she prepared the food). This past week I stepped even closer into understanding her aggravation when our friends Jack and Lael came to visit Dave and me here in Florida. Their family friend, Spencer, portraying “Scar” in the touring Broadway production of Disney’s Lion King, was performing 30 minutes away. He was able to get us discounted tickets.
About a week before their visit, Lael called and asked if Spencer could hang out at our house the day before we saw his performance. It had been years since we all attended the same church in Texas, so when he arrived shortly before lunch, I was surprised to see a mature, good-looking young man instead of a much shorter, scrawnier teen I remembered.
While in the kitchen finishing lunch preparations, I could hear some of the conversation in our living room. Dave, Jack and Lael were asking about Spencer’s Broadway connections and experiences. HELLO! I am the theater person. I am the one who would kill (okay, wound) to soak up information from someone who actually had “made it” in New York. Occasionally Lael would saunter into the kitchen to see if I needed help, but a real martyr suffers in silence, so I told her to go back to her friend, that I was fine.
I wasn’t.
I heard words like “audition,” “theatre schedule,” “Scar’s mask,” “choreography,” all reminding me that I was missing out on information that would energize me and give me insight into the field that I loved. I never would have an opportunity like this again. (Actually, I wasn’t even having it this time.)
When enough was enough, I marched into the living room and announced, “I now have renewed empathy for Martha when Mary got to sit at the feet of Jesus and take in all he had to share. Not that Spencer is Jesus, but I want you all to know this is really, really hard.” Everyone—especially Spencer– cracked up.
Over lunch, Spencer patiently answered my dozens of questions. I wanted details. What did he do in his audition that the other 30 did not? What other roles had he played? Which was the most challenging? How long did it take for the makeup artist to create his character and how many costumes did he have? I hung on his every word.
But the best was to come. Spencer invited us backstage following the matinee performance we attended the following day. I almost hyperventilated. First, we met the man who tended to the puppets between shows. With a Masters degree in puppet design, he demonstrated the hand levers that worked Zazu, the bird puppet. Spencer’s head mask was next. Strapped to his finger was a tiny control with buttons that regulated its large movements. Backstage was insane with its organization of the costumes, scenery, props and animal mechanisms. When Lael invited Spencer to grab something to eat with us before his evening show, he said he would love to. (No doubt to answer my remaining questions, I told myself.)
Lion King’s next stop was Miami, only two hours away. I thought about going again, but this time had been up close and personal. Miami would not be.
I knew the difference. So did Martha. Her house guest wasn’t just anyone. It was Jesus who might not return to their home again, and she was missing out on hearing the Good News from the One who knew it best. I understood her pain. I could relate! My time with Spencer taught me a powerful lesson, one I won’t ever forget.
Next time, I will order pizza.
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports May 9
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Garage Sale Map Provided by Fort Scott Chamber
Fort Scott Special Events May 10-12
Fort Scott Library May Newsletter
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Fundraiser Benefits Presbyterian Village Residents
The annual Fort Scott Presbyterian Village benefit dinner, auction and vacation raffle is May 15.
The fundraiser is for tenants of the assisted living facility who outlive their funds stored for retirement years.
Ginger Nance, executive director of Fort Scott Presbyterian Village answered the following interview questions.
Who will it benefit from this fundraiser?
“We are a Christian mission, not for profit, independent and assisted senior living community. As people age, they usually put back money for ‘old age’ thinking it will surely be enough to meet their needs, knowing they will retire and not be able to continue working at some point.
“Life continues and sometimes seniors are faced with the reality that they never dreamed they’d live as old as they may currently be.”
“For example, we had a tenant once who lived in our assisted living who lived to be 104 years old. She told us, ‘I never dreamed I’d live to be older than 90!’ A decade later, she was still able to enjoy life and do many of the things she enjoyed so much, such as gardening, but she was not physically able to return to the workforce to earn money for that 14 years that she had not planned for. Who could?!
“In our Christian mission, we are dedicated to making sure that our seniors needs are met as long as they can continue to physically live in assisted living at the Presbyterian Village, regardless of whether they can afford their care or not. This is only possible through generous donors who believe in our program and see the wonderful quality of life that their tax-deductible donations can provide. ”
“We accept donations all year-long to support this charitable program, but once a year we hold a live auction and dinner to boost the money raised in order to cover the deficit that some of our seniors have. For this reason, on May 15th, we will hold our annual Good Samaritan Auction and Dinner and hope to bring in more than $30,000 to cover that need.”
“For the event, we are selling tickets for a 3 piece Chicken Mary’s dinner which includes two sides, a homemade desert (made by many wonderful local bakers), and a bottle of water. Ticket prices are $9.00 each in advance, or $12.00 at the door. The dinners will serve from 4:30-6:30pm. We will also have a drive through service available if you are not able to stay for the live auction that will be held, but would like to simply pick up dinner to take home. Be sure to get your tickets early though, we usually sell out by the morning of the event and we don’t want anyone to go without a dinner.”
What will be going on that evening?
“A live auction will be held in the parking garages on the back side of the building, held by Nance Auction Service. Come see all the great items we have to offer! Everything from a Chevy Malibu car, tools, antiques, collectibles, household furniture, outdoor and hobby items, to knic knacs will be offered. There is truly something for everyone! The auctioneers engage the crowd and the fun begins among buyers and spectators. Most everything will be inside the garages so there will be cover in case of rain.”
“A few premier silent auction items will be inside near the cashiers table, as well.”
“Additionally, we will have a ‘Buy It Now’ area set up at one end of the garage for those who would rather purchase and go.
“If you are not able to attend the auction but would like to leave a bid on an item that you are interested in, please contact Ginger Nance in advance to leave a bid. We will also have people at the auction to assist if you are nervous about raising your hand to bid, or would simply prefer to have someone else bid for you.
“Last but not least, we are also selling tickets for one lucky person to win a seven-day trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico. The winner will stay at the beautiful Las Brisas condo which is appointed with all the luxuries of the Southwest that one could want while on vacation from your busy life. The condo is large enough for a family, yet intimate for a romantic get-away and is located within walking distance of the downtown attractions and dining. Tickets for the opportunity to win are $5.00 each, or 3 tickets for $10.00. The drawing will take place at the end of the auction and the winner does not have to be present to win.”
“All money raised remains local here at the Fort Scott Presbyterian Village to directly impact the lives of seniors with a financial need,” states Nance. “The program is confidential, otherwise we would ask a recipient of the program to give their testimony.”
“However, I have been the Executive Director at the Village for 17 years and I can attest that those who are utilizing the program often don’t even realize they are and their life continues unchanged and they continue to live the way they want to live, without interruption or worry.”
“The program is a dignified, loving gift of kindness from supporters, like you and I, and every dollar makes a direct impact on our senior’s lives,” states Nance.
“Join us for a great evening together! We are located at the Fort Scott Presbyterian Village, 2401 S. Horton, Fort Scott, KS 66701.
Tickets are available at the Presbyterian Village, or at the Chamber of Commerce in Fort Scott.
For more information contact Ginger Nance, Executive Director at (620) 223-5550 or email [email protected].
To view a partial listing of the auction items visit www.nanceauctionservice.com or come by to preview early on sale day.
Items are being added daily, so there are sure to be surprises on auction day.”
The location and directions to get there?
“Directions: Take Highway 69 south on the bypass of Fort Scott, KS. Turn west at 23rd street (at McDonald’s intersection light), then turn south on Horton Street. We are located directly across the street from the Fort Scott Public Golf Course.
In case of rain, if it’s too wet to park in the grass, we will have people assisting with parking and a shuttle service will run between the Village and the Fort Scott Community College parking lot from 4:30-7:00 p.m.”