The Fort Scott Police Department daily reports can best be viewed on a computer.
The department can be reached at1604 S. National, Fort Scott, KS 66701 or by phone 620-223-1700.
FSCC Job Opening: Resident Life Coordinator
Obituary of Jeanie Wiley
Jeanie Wiley, 58, of Fort Scott, passed away early Monday morning at Shawnee Mission Medical Center.
She was born July 24, 1959, in Scott City, Kansas, the daughter of Billy Lee and Marjorie Ann (Heim) Riggs.
She married Pete Wiley August 10, 1984, in Garden City, Kansas, and he survives of the home.
In addition to her husband, Jeanie is also survived by her daughter Cheyenne Von Krosigk and her husband Randell, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Following cremation, there will be a visitation 6:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday evening, June 14, 2018, at the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home, and a Celebration of Life afterward at the Wiley home, 1476 225th Street, Fort Scott.
Memorial contributions may be made to Care to Share and 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.
Fuel-saving Tips for the Farm
Submitted by: Carla Nemecek, Southwind Extension District
Although the cost of fuel has declined the past few days, input costs are still high especially on the farm. With hay baling, planting soybeans and wheat harvest upon Southeast Kansas, one of the largest expenses will be fuel, so being conscientious how certain vehicles are used could aide in lowering those costs. Several tips are offered by K-State Research & Extension.
- Avoid unnecessary driving. Maybe the task can be handled with a phone call instead of a trip.
- Match the vehicle to the task. Take the family car to pick up parts instead of the four-wheel-drive truck.
- Get rid of junk. Extra tools, supplies and other nonessentials in the back of a vehicle add weight that decreases fuel mileage.
- Keep vehicles in good running order. Clogged filters and injectors rob power and efficiency from tractors, trucks, and cars.
- Check the tire pressure. Underinflated or overinflated tires can increase rolling resistance and fuel use.
- Switch to a minimum or no-till farming practices. Fewer tractor passes through the field means less fuel used.
- Match the tractor to the task. Don’t use a large field tractor when a smaller one will work.
- Make sure the tractor is ballasted properly. Tires on a poorly ballasted tractor will slip and increase fuel use. Too much ballast for the task uses more fuel than necessary.
- Gear up and throttle back when performing field tasks that don’t require full engine power. Operating a tractor at three-quarters power can save 5 to 15 percent, compared to full-throttle operation.
- Consider auto steer attachments for field tasks. Accurate work reduces overlaps or skips with sprayers and tillage equipment, reducing fuel use.
- Avoid unnecessary engine idling. Idling can account for 15 to 20 percent of fuel use.
- Paint fuel storage tanks white. A dark-colored, 300-gallon fuel storage tank can vent up to 120 gallons of fuel a year.
For more information, contact the Southwind District Office in Iola at 620-365-2242 or www.southwind.ksu.edu
2018 Lowell Milken Fellows Coming June 17, June 24
The Lowell Milken Center (LMC) for Unsung Heroes in Fort Scott, Kansas, an international educational non-profit, has awarded its prestigious Fellowship to 12 educators who will come to Fort Scott in the next couple of weeks
The LMC Fellowship is awarded on the basis of merit to educators who have distinguished themselves in teaching respect and understanding through project-based learning or who have the potential for this distinction. The Center selects exemplary teachers from across America and Europe, drawn from a variety of disciplines, to collaborate on projects that discover, develop, and communicate the stories of Unsung Heroes in history.
Week 1 – June 17
Caldarelli, Emily: 2016 Rhode Island Milken Educator – Emily teaches fourth-grade in Providence. Her innovative implementation of math and science curriculum has been recognized all over New England
Flynn, James: 2009 Connecticut Milken Educator – James teaches U.S. History and is heavily involved with local history projects. His energy and enthusiasm will translate into projects.
Guerra, Elisa: Global Teacher Finalist and Teacher of the Year in the Caribbean and Latin America – Elisa teaches Middle School Humanities in Aguascalientes, Mexico and is a project maker.
Johnson, Stephanie: 2016 South Carolina Teacher of the Year – Stephanie teaches 2nd grade and enjoys using cross-cultural lessons with her students. She has received many awards along with a Global Learning Fellowship.
McGaughey, Jordan: 2017 Missouri Milken Educator – Jordan teaches Government at the high school level. His innovation and creativity lend itself to project-based learning and our unsung hero projects.
Safari, Argine: 2017 New Jersey Teacher of the Year – She teaches at a performing arts high school and studied at the Moscow State Conservatory. She was the Princeton University Distinguished Teacher. Dynamic is the word from every area of our research.
Week 2 – June 24
Craven, Katie: Award-winning PBL teacher from St. Paul, Minnesota – Katie’s students have received dozens of honors in project-based learning. She comes to the Fellowship as an accomplished educator in many areas.
Dennison, Thomas: 2017 Maryland Milken Educator – Thomas’ work in elementary education is creative and innovative. As a 5th grade teacher, he stands out for his project work.
Franklin, Paula: 2017 Tennessee Milken Educator – Paula teaches American government at West High School in Knoxville and has much project-based learning experience.
Giannopoulos, Nikos: 2017 Rhode Island Teacher of the Year – Nikos is a Special Education teacher at the Beacon Charter High School for the Arts. He is a leader in New England education and excited about his Fellowship.
Heath, Penny: Award-winning PBL teacher from Canton, Oklahoma – Penny teachers US History and local history in an exciting way. Her students have won numerous national awards for projects as has she for PBL.
Jensen, Lauren: 2015 New York Milken Educator – Lauren is currently teaching high school English in Virginia. Lauren has set a high standard for creativity and innovation in the classroom.
KCC Public Hearing on Westar’s Proposed Increase of $5.91 Per Month
KCC schedules Wichita public hearing on Westar’s rate change application
Topeka – The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) will hold a public hearing on Thursday, June 28 in Wichita to receive input from Westar Energy customers on the company’s rate change request. The public hearing will begin at 6 p.m. at Wichita State University’s Lowe Auditorium located at 5015 E. 29th St. N. in Wichita. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the proposed rate change, ask questions of the company and KCC staff and make comments to KCC Commissioners.
A public hearing was held in Topeka on May 22, and broadcast live on the KCC website. This public hearing in Wichita was scheduled to provide Wichita area residents with the opportunity to speak directly to Commissioners and share their thoughts regarding the proposed rate change.
The application, filed by Westar in February, requests a $1.56 million dollar rate decrease effective September 2018 and a $54.2 million dollar rate increase in February 2019 for the company’s retail rate customers. Combined, the adjustments would increase prices by $52.6 million. If approved, residential customers with average monthly consumption of 900-kilowatt hours of electricity will see a monthly increase of $5.91 per month. The request also includes updated tariffs for customers who installed their own source of electric power after October 28, 2015. A complete copy of Westar Energy’s Application and supporting testimony is available on the Commission’s website.
The Commission will accept public comments through 5 p.m. CDT, July 18, 2018. There are three convenient ways to submit a comment:
1) Go to the KCC website (www.kcc.ks.gov) and click on the “Your Opinion Matters” link to submit a comment.
2) Send a written letter to the Kansas Corporation Commission, Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, 1500 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604‑4027. Be sure to reference Docket No. 18‑WSEE‑328-RTS.
3) Call the Commission’s Public Affairs office at 1‑800‑662‑0027 or 785-271‑3140.
U. of Virginia Professor Speaks at Gordon Parks Museum June 26
John Edwin Mason, professor of African history and the history of photography at the University of Virginia, will speak on at 1 p.m. June 26 at the Gordon Parks Museum, on the campus of Fort Scott Community College.
Cinema Saturdays at Gordon Parks Museum, 1 p.m.
Free movies are offered at the Gordon Parks Museum on the campus of Fort Scott Community College on Saturdays at 1 p.m. until the end of July.
Wine and Design At The Gordon Parks Museum June 29 & July 27
The Gordon Parks Museum presents Wine & Design: Create a Masterpiece June 29 and July 27 at the museum located on the campus of Fort Scott Community College.
For a $25 fee receive art supplies, one complimentary glass of a beverage and your printed artwork. The classes are from 1-4 p.m.
Call 223-2700, ext. 5850 to register.
Mercy’s Golf Classic Results
A whopping 32 teams participated in the third annual Mercy Health Foundation Golf Classic held at Woodland Hills Golf Course on June 9. The event is quickly becoming one of the largest tournaments in southeast Kansas and the most successful fundraisers for the foundation. Organizers predict net funds to surpass the $14,000 mark.
“We are extremely grateful to the participants, our huge and growing list of sponsors, golf course employees and our Mercy volunteers who came together to support this amazing fundraiser for the Mercy Health Foundation Fort Scott,” said Tina Rockhold, foundation executive director and community relations manager.
Proceeds from 2018 Mercy Golf Classic will be paired with the July 27th Hit the Bricks Wine Stroll, Art Walk, and Blane Howard Concert proceeds to help the Mercy Health Foundation to purchase a new transport ambulance for Mercy EMS.
The fourth Mercy Golf Classic is already scheduled for Saturday, June 8, 2019.
Event results:
1st Flight Winners
1st Place ($300) with a score of 50 – Jon Allen team
2nd Place ($200) with a score of 51 – Shawn Marshall team
3rd Place ($100) with a score of 52 – Barry Queen team
2nd Flight Winners
1st Place ($300) with a score of 57 (won in scorecard playoff 2 on 2) – Steve Anthony team
2nd Place ($200) with a score of 57 – Mitch Quick team
3rd Place ($100) with a score of 58 – Clay Campbell team
3rd Flight Winners
1st Place ($300) with a score of 60 (won scorecard playoff 3 on 4) – Mike Harper team
2nd Place ($200) with a score of 60 – Beth Nuss team
3rd Place ($100) with a score of 62 – Jed Perez team
4th Flight Winners
1st Place ($300) with a score of 62 (won scorecard playoff 3 on 14) – Allen Bukowski team
2nd Place ($200) with a score of 62 – Dean Crager team
3rd Place ($100) with a score of 65 – Cliff Yarick team
Special Events
Chipping Contest – (golf bag, umbrella, $30 LaHacienda and grilling utensils) – Matt Sanders
Men’s Longest Drive (1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 golf balls) – Blake Hudson
Women’s Longest Drive (1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 golf balls) – Jordan Mason
Closest to Pin (1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 golf balls) – Jim Ermel 37.5 inches
Closest to the Line (1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 golf balls) – Jordan Mason at 16 ft.
Closest to the Line (1 dozen Titleist Pro V1 golf balls) – Drew Clark at 4 inches
Sponsors for the event include: Queen’s Price Chopper, All Hit 103.9, 5 Corners Mini Mart, McDonalds of Fort Scott and Nevada, Briggs Auto of Fort Scott, Care 4 All, Landmark National Bank, Walgreens, Go2Partners, WCA, City of Fort Scott, Extrusions, Inc., Fort Scott Family Dental, City State Bank, Union State Bank, Cancer Center of Kansas, Names & Numbers, Cheney Witt Chapel, Inc., Citizens Bank, R & R Equipment, Mid-Continental Restoration Company, Inc., HydroWorx, Central States Fitness, EVCO, Campbell Print Solutions, Inc., Bourbon County Assisted Living, LLC, Pumpin Pete’s, Lowell Milken Center, SMM Holdings LLC, Peerless Products, Timken, Stutesman’s Action Realty, Watts Fitness LLC, Ward-Kraft, Common Grounds, Atkins Insurance Agency, Fort Scott Community College, Hammons Realty Company, Marsha’s Great Plains Deli, Medicalodges, Inc., Goody’s Department Store, {Re:Freshed Aesthetics} by Delane, LaHacienda of Fort Scott, and Labconco Corp,
The Mercy Health Foundation Fort Scott in a not-for-profit corporation which secures public support for projects that enhance health care in the Fort Scott area. Over the years, contributions have helped purchase medical equipment, support programs and established an endowment to meet Mercy’s future health care needs.
Arby’s Is Coming In September
A new Arby’s Restaurant will be located at 2101 S. Main Street, the site of the former Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurant.
“I’m told by our construction and development team that we are on track to open our new restaurant there in September of this year,” said Fred Fleischner, Corporate Communications Vice President for United States Beef Corporation, doing business as Arby’s, Tulsa, Oklahoma. ” And we can’t wait.”
‘This restaurant will feature Arby’s Inspire design,” Fleischner said. “The Inspire design increases energy efficiency and delivers an upgraded guest experience. The design also includes authentic features such as wood tones, white brick, subway tiles, stainless steel finishes, and upgraded lighting and landscaping. We are converting our new restaurant from what was a former KFC/A&W combo restaurant.”
Fleischner said Arby’s can’t share the exact rendering of what the restaurant will look like but the Fort Scott site will be very similar to the Monett, Missouri site, which is featured at the top of the story.
For employment opportunities at US Beef and in Ft. Scott, go to www.work4arbys.com for more information.
About United States Beef Corporation
United States Beef Corporation, dba Arby’s, headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is the largest franchisee of Atlanta-based Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc., now operating more than 365 restaurants serving Arby’s famous slow roasted beef sandwiches and unique menu items to hungry guests in nine states throughout the Midwest and the Western United States. It is a family-owned and operated business that opened its first Arby’s restaurant in 1969 and has now grown to over 8,000 employees. US Beef also owns six Taco Bueno restaurants in Northwest Arkansas. To learn more about United States Beef Corporation, visit www.usbeefcorp.com.
About Arby’s®
Arby’s, founded in 1964, is the second-largest sandwich restaurant brand in the world with more than 3,400 restaurants in seven countries. The brand is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. For more information, visit Arbys.com