The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office daily reports can best be viewed on a computer.
The BCSO is located at the courthouse and can be reached at 620-223-1440.
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Fire Scene At 6th and National Is Cleared
A fire this morning at 6th and National Avenue is still under investigation.
The building next to Petes 27, 605 National Ave., Fort Scott was reported on fire early this morning.
The building had furniture, clothing and appliances.
“It’s still under investigation,” Fort Scott Fire Chief Paul Ballou said. “There wasn’t a lot of damage.”
Two fire engines with approximately seven personnel responded to the alarm.
“We’ve cleared the scene,” Ballou said.
Emergency Siren This A.M. A False Alarm
Fort Scottians were awakened to an emergency siren sounding at approximately 6:45 a.m. this morning.
It was a false alarm, according to Tracey Reed, communications manager at the Fort Scott Police Department.
“We are not sure what set it off,” Reed said. “We have had an issue with our federal siren system…it has had to do with batteries. It doesn’t occur often. We’ll have somebody come and check it out.”
“I know people get worried,” Reed said.
There will be siren testing at 1 p.m. today, Reed said.
Civil War Dance This Saturday
The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site cordially invite you to the Civil War Camp Dance, during Civil War Living History Weekend at Fort Scott National Historic site, Saturday, April 21, 2018.
The Camp Dance will be held at historic Memorial Hall.1 E 3rd Street, Fort Scott, from 7 to 10 p.m.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
1800’s period music will be used.
Dress: Come dressed in 1860s Civil War/western/pioneer attire.
Long trains, spike heels, hobnails/heel-plates, spurs/swords/side-arms, pipes/cigars/chewing tobacco, and liquor are prohibited.
Refreshments: cookies, punch, and cold water will be served.
Tickets: $5 per person at the door
All proceeds go to the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site.
For Information concerning the Civil War Living History Weekend at
Fort Scott National Historic Site go to www.nps.gov/fosc.
For dance information contact Dee at 913-557-1632 or 913-269-1632 or [email protected]
NOTE: This event is NOT SPONSORED by Fort Scott National Historic Site or the Volunteers of FSNHS.
Dancing was enjoyed by almost everyone in America during the Civil War –North and South, young and old, rich and poor, urban and rural, black and white, and in the camps, the soldiers danced with each other and no one thought it was strange.
In all times of adversity, you have to take a step back from your troubles.During the 1860s, dancing was one way to forget, at least for an evening, the “fiery trial” of the Civil War.
Come join us for an evening camp dance. All ages welcome.
Obituary of Rosella Page
Rosella Page, age 79, formerly of Ft. Scott, more recently of Towanda, KS, died Thursday, April 12, 2018, in Towanda. Pastor Matthew Hamilton will conduct funeral services at 1:00 PM Friday, April 20th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Private burial will take place in Hepler Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Rosella Page Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
The Fort Scott Police Department Daily Reports April 11-15
The Fort Scott Police Department daily reports can best be viewed on a computer.
The FSPD is located at 1604 S. National and can be reached at 620-223-1700.
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Beef Cattle and Forage Crops Field Day planned May 3 in Parsons
Location changed for this year’s event
PARSONS, Kan. – Kansas State University will host its annual Beef Cattle and Forage Crops Field Day on Thursday, May 3. This year the event will be at the K-State Southeast Research and Extension Center, 25092 Ness Rd. in Parsons.
The day starts with registration, coffee and donuts and time to view sponsors’ displays at 8:30 a.m. Presentations begin at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served following the last presentation, compliments of several sponsoring companies.
This year’s topics and presenters include:
- Beef Cattle Market Outlook (via video) – Glynn Tonsor – K-State agricultural economist;
- Trace Mineral Supplementation and Implants for Grazing Stocker Cattle – Dale Blasi, K-State beef cattle extension specialist;
- Complementary Forages for Grazing with Tall Fescue – Jaymelynn Farney, K-State southeast area beef specialist;
- Update on Anaplasmosis in Southeastern Kansas – Gregg Hanzlicek, Veterinary Diagnostic Lab; and
- Utilization of Legumes to Improve Efficiency of Beef Production – Lyle Lomas, K-State animal scientist and head of the Southeast Agricultural Research Center.
More information is available by calling 620-421-4826.
Christian Heights Performs Tom Sawyer
Fort Scott Christian Heights High School students entertained the community Friday and Saturday evening with its rendition of “Tom Sawyer: An American Legend With Music.”
The play depicts a segment of life of Tom Sawyer life, who was an orphan boy in Missouri, circa the 1840s.
The cast is as follows:
Jeff Thatcher was played by Kole Wagner, Tom Sawyer by Austin Bahr, Mrs. Thatcher by Annalyse Gilmore, Becky Thatcher by Darci Kendrick, Aunt Polly by Kendra Bahr, Sid Sawyer by Seth Lowery, Cousin Mary by Emily Davenport, Ben Rogers by Benji Banwart, Joe Harper by Jason Avery, Jim Hollis by Drake Garcia, Ted Austin by Josiah Banwart, Amy Lawrence by Lily Leigh, Lyda Hollis by Annalyse Gilmore, Widder Douglas by Annie Tarter, Preacher/schoolmaster by J.B. Lowry, Judge Thatcher by Steven Avery, Hope Austin by Emily Davenport, Suzie Harper by Kathryn Hudiberg, Faith Harper by Marissa Meanor, Huck Finn by Trace Evans, Doc Robinson by Benji Banwart, Injun Joe by Bryce Meanor, Muff Potter by Jason Avery, The Constable by Lucas Gilmore.
Sound, lighting, and props were by Mike Avery and Larry Davolt.
Costumes were provided by Vickie Shead.
The stage crew was Lucas Gilmore, J.B. Lowry, Brandon West, Mike Avery and Tim Avery.
Following are scenes from the play:
Herdsman Needed At Foster Dairy
New position open for an assistant herdsman at Foster Dairy of Fort Scott, KS.
We are a progressive dairy looking to continue growth in all areas. Position roles will primarily be in the assistance of managing our milking herd with the use of Lely robotic milkers as well as feeding baby calves and managing overall herd health at all ages.
We milk about 180 cows on 3 robots, have over 400 animals, farm over 500 acres, total acreage over 1000.
Preference will be given to applicants with dairy experience and/or college degree in animal science. Pay based upon experience. Housing not provided, but can assist in locating.
www.facebook.com/fosterdairyrobots or www.facebook.com/fosterdairy
call or text to schedule an appointment
620-224-9433
KS-39
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Fort Scott Commission Agenda Package For April 17
Click on the following, then click on the image to enlarge to view the agenda package for the Fort Scott Commission meeting at 6 p.m. April 17 at city hall, 123 S. Main.
Reward For Info On Pearson’s Towing Fire
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office is offering a $10,000 reward for any information that leads to the arrest and conviction of any person or persons responsible for the fire at Pearson’s Towing located at 1269 Highway 54 that occurred on March 21, 2018.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office had 13 seized vehicles located on that property at the time of the fire. Once a vehicle is seized by the department during a drug related crime it then goes through the proper court proceedings and is awarded to the sheriff’s office by the Court. At that time the vehicle is auctioned off and the proceeds from the auction are used for the funding of the Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office K9 unit.
Anyone with any information about the March 21 fire can call the Kansas Crime-stoppers Hotline at
1-800KScrime or (1-800-572-7463) or http://firemarshal.ks.gov/arson.
When calling the hotline or email, please refer to case/incident number is 13718.
Fort Scott Commission Agenda For April 17
FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION Agenda for 6 p.m. April 17 at city hall, 123 S. Main.
I. ROLL CALL:
ADAMSON BARTELSMEYER NICHOLS PARKER MITCHELL
II. FLAG SALUTE
III. INVOCATION: Pastor – Community Christian Church
IV. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS:
Recognition of Hair Bow Center
Recognition of Police Officer Kevin Davidson and Shawn Pritchett and Police Corporal Aaron Gibson
V. CONSENT AGENDA:
A. Approval of minutes of the regular meeting of April 3rd, 2018.
B. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1213-A totaling $368,247.48.
C. Certificate of Appropriateness – Improvements at 202 Scott Avenue
D. Certificate of Appropriateness – Masonry part of 124 E. Wall
E. Certificate of Appropriateness – Removal of north planters at Skubitz Plaza
F. Certificate of Appropriateness – Improvements at 2 S. National
G. Approval of Street closures for Prom – April 21, 2018
VII. APPEARANCE/COMMENTS/PUBLIC HEARING:
A. APPEARANCE:
Pat Flanagan and Amy Heitman – Niece Products
Tiffany Durham – Fort Scott National Historic Site
B. CITIZEN COMMENTS (Concerning Items Not on Agenda – 3 minute limit per citizen)
AGENDA
FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
FORT SCOTT CITY HALL
COMMISSION ROOM
123 SOUTH MAIN
APRIL 17, 2018
6:00 P.M.
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS/COMMENTS:
6:15 p.m. Resolution 21-2018 Directing the Repair or Removal of an Unsafe and Dangerous Structure and Accessory Structure located at 310 N. Cleveland
VIII. CONSIDERATION:
1. Removal of media tower at Fisher Park
2. Consideration of Sanitary Sewer Collection System repairs utilizing the Joplin Tool Box contract
3. 2018 Asphalt Project
4. Chairs at Memorial Hall
5. Workforce Recruitment
IX. COMMENTS:
A. Director Updates:
B. Commission:
C. City Attorney:
D. Director of Finance:
E. City Manager:
1. Meet and Greet – Memorial Hall – Approval of alcohol at event
2. Project List
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
I MOVE THAT THE CITY COMMISSION RECESS INTO EXECUTIVE
SESSION FOR ________________________________ IN ORDER TO
(see below justification)
DISCUSS ______________________________________. THE
EXECUTIVE SESSION WILL BE ___________ MINUTES AND THE OPEN
MEETING TO RESUME AT ________________.
AGENDA
FORT SCOTT CITY COMMISSION
FORT SCOTT CITY HALL
COMMISSION ROOM
123 SOUTH MAIN
APRIL 17, 2018
6:00 P.M.
Justifications for Executive Sessions:
• Personnel matters of non-elected personnel
• Consultation with an attorney for the body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship
• Matters relating to employer-employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the representative or representatives of the body or agency
• Confidential data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trusts and individual proprietorships
• Preliminary discussions relating to the acquisition of real property
X. MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT: ROLL CALL