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American Revolutionary War Exhibit at Memorial Hall until June 15

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Memorial Hall steps are cordoned off because of mortar falling from over the steps. Visitors should enter through the south entrance on Third Street.

The local Daughters of the Revolution, Molly Foster Berry Chapter, has set up a traveling exhibit on the American Revolutionary War at Memorial Hall, Third and National Avenue. There is no admission.

One of the information banners.  Submitted photo.

Until June 15, the exhibit can be viewed by entering the south door, across the street from the Methodist Church from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.It is a self-guided tour. The Chapter members are sitting in shifts at the exhibit.

“Our chapter is about promoting patriotism,” Barbara Ritter, spokeswoman for the group said.

The American Revolution Experience Exhibit comprises 12 roll-up, graphic banners, each measuring 7’ high by 3’ wide,  and three kiosks, comprised of  IPads and stands,  according to its website.

Submitted photo of a banner.

The American Revolution Experience will travel across the U.S. introducing visitors to a cast of historical characters with diverse experiences throughout the conflict and the places they visited on their journey, according to http://www.battlefields.org/american-revolution-experience-traveling-exhibit-tour

A submitted photo of one of the banners.

About the Local Chapter

The Molly Foster Berry chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was organized on October 19, 1911.  The chapter is named after its first regent, Miss Frances Hall’s Revolutionary War ancestor, Samuel Berry’s wife.  Members, called Daughters, are direct descendants of a Revolutionary War Patriot.
This chapter, along with the American Legion, was instrumental in raising funds for the Memorial Hall. Because of this fundraising, a special suite in the hall was given for their use forever.
“D.A.R members are active women passionate about community service, preserving American History, educating children as well as honoring and supporting those who serve our nation,” Ritter said.

The Daughters of the American Revolution will celebrate nation-wide the 250th Anniversary of the Revolutionary War in 2026.

“We would like to get together with other civic organizations to plan out activities for this event,” Ritter said. “The nation celebrated in 1976 with many activities.

If anyone is interested in more information,  contact her at [email protected], or 913.636.4892

Highlights of what this chapter has done since its inception:
They started a Red Cross Chapter Unit in which they knitted socks and over 130 sweaters to donate to the men in service, donated
 money and goods to be distributed to newly arriving immigrants on Ellis Island, were charged with the care of the Block House, which is now part of the Fort Scott National Historic Site, recognized Bourbon County good citizens, planted trees, donated bedding, beds and food to the Goodlander Home, distributed American Flags and donated books to the library.
“And more recently a Vietnam Veteran Ceremony, recognizing our Bourbon County Vietnam Veterans with a certificate, lapel pin and dinner,” Ritter said.
Currently, the group has 26 members, two associate members and two awaiting documentation.
One of the 12 banners in the exhibit. Submitted photo.

 

 

Bourbon County, Fort Scott, Health Care

New 10 Patient Hospital with Emergency Department Will Open in 2025 in Fort Scott

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Paula Baker and Renee Denton of Freeman Health Systems visit with Bourbon County Commissioner Clifton Beth at the press conference on June 13.

The former Fort Scott Mercy Hospital will be used once again for hospital operations.

Today, Paula Baker, CEO of Freeman Health System announced that they will be operating 10 in-patient hospital beds at the site and will open an emergency department as well.

Paula Baker speaks to the press and the crowd that showed up to hear an announcement about health care in the county today.

“If treated in the E.R., you will be treated right here (in the hospital section),” she told a crowd that gathered at the former hospital.

There will also be an outpatient lab, radiology, CAT scans available to the public, and an on-site pharmacy.

There will be six bays in the emergency department and 365-day coverage, 24 hours a day.

A licensed physician and emergency-trained staff will be employed,  which will total approximately 70 employees, according to Renee Denton, Chief Operating Officer at Freeman Neosho Hospital, who is helping in this project.

Baker said they have to be licensed by the State of Kansas and that process is long and complex, but they hope to be open by April 1, 2025.

There will be clear separation between Freeman’s hospital bed unit and the Kansas Renewal Institute which also operates in the former Mercy Hospital building, Denton said. Freeman will use the former birthing wing of the hospital.

Baker said they have been working with local city and county entities to make this happen and Bourbon County Commissioner Clifton Beth spoke to the crowd as well as Baker.

She commended Beth and County Commissioner Jim Harris.

“They have worked to get this together and they care,” she said.

Clifton Beth speaks to the crowd at the former Mercy Hospital Emergency Department on June 13.

Beth said the process to reopen a hospital began about five years ago and thanked the sales tax committee that recently spearheaded a May 20234 vote that will produce some money for the project. In addition, he thanked the voters for supporting the tax.

Also helping in the process were present and former county commissioners, Fort Scott City Commissioners,  health agencies, the Bourbon County E.M.S., and Kansas Renewal Institute personnel, Beth said.

“We have been in communication with Kansas on the licensure entities, they have committed to help us expedite the licensure,” Denton said.

 

 

 

 

Entertainment, Fort Scott

A Long-Standing Neighborhood Tradition: 42nd Annual Burke Street 4th of July Parade

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 Come One, Come All, Let Freedom Ring!  It is once again time to celebrate U.S.A.’s 248th Independence Day with a neighborhood parade on Fort Scott’s “Tower Hill,” better known as Burke Street on the Fourth of July.

Submitted photo. Burke Street 4th of July Parade.

Following patriotic songs by “Kids on Burke” led by two of the parade founders:  Jill Gorman and Susan Foster; the parade will depart at 10:00 AM from Tenth and Burke going south around the Marblecrest Triangle and returning north to the point of origin.  Cheering spectators, who are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and dress in red, white, and blue, will line the parade route with family and friends.

Post-parade refreshments will be served and ALL ARE WELCOME to the corner of Ninth and Burke.   Neighbors and friends-of-the-parade donate the cookies and drinks are provided by this year’s hosts Matthew and Lisa Cady.

Burke Street 4th of July Parade. Submitted photo.

A severe storm or lightning cancels the parade and there are no large vehicles allowed due to the many children participating in the festivities.

Parade questions can be answered by Margaret Humphrey 620-223-0388 –- 620-224-7388 or Theresa Bahr 620-215-2889.

 

 

Fort Scott, Schools

New Fort Scott School Administrators: Gilmore and Johnson

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Nicole Gilmore. Submitted photo.
Nicole Gilmore. 31, is the new Winfield Scott Elementary School Assistant Principal in Fort Scott.

Gilmore earned Building Principal Certification from Pittsburg State University in 2023, Master of Social Work from the University of Washington-Seattle in 2016, and Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of General Studies in Political Science from the University of Kansas in 2015.

For the past six years, she has been a School Social Worker with the SEK Interlocal #637 at The Learning Center in Girard, KS, which is a day school program across 13 school districts in Southeast Kansas for K-12 students with significant emotional and behavioral disabilities.
“I additionally have experience as an Adjunct Instructor through the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare for the past four years and as the Colorguard Instructor at Pittsburg High School for seven years.”
“Previously, I have had clinical experience in child welfare and medical settings, along with working internationally in schools with the Peace Corps in Thailand,” she said. “I have had administrative experience in nonprofits through tasks such as quality assurance, planning and public policy, grant writing, and data analysis.”

She will start her duties on  August 1.

“I have been actively working with Mr. Garzone, the new principal of Winfield Scott, as well as teachers in the building already! I was fortunate enough to attend the Missouri School-Wide Positive Behavioral Supports Conference in Osage Beach this summer (June 3-5) and we are excited to start implementing some of the ideas that we learned while attending!”

“As an assistant principal, I will support the principal and co-lead in all academic programming.
” I will assist in overseeing daily activities, committees, meetings, and school operations,” she said. “I will work collaboratively in the planning of school needs, alongside students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.”
“The best part of being in education is building relationships with students, staff, and families,” she said. “I love to see students grow and develop over time, with the knowledge and skills that they’ve learned while at school, and that we can do it because we work in partnership with each other. I’m excited to work with the K-2 students, specifically, because that is often where they start to develop a hate or love relationship with the school, and the staff at Winfield Scott has a huge role in that! I believe that we have fantastic teachers in the Winfield Scott building, who will foster that love of learning, and I’ll be here to help augment and magnify all the great things they do every single day!”
“Some challenges include having limited resources and funding, as well as the ever-growing need for additional personnel,” she said. “There is a teacher shortage across the United States today, not just isolated to Fort Scott, but there is a significant need to not only attract but focus on retaining and growing our teachers here. Additionally, with the increase in behavioral and emotional challenges, our teachers and support staff need help in navigating appropriate ways to respond and how to work with community partners such as SEKMHC (Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center) to implement quality wraparound services that meet the needs of the student and their family.”
Her  email is [email protected]
Jeff Johnson. Submitted photo.
Jeff Johnson, 34, is the new assistant principal
at  Fort Scott High School.

 

At Pittsburg State University he earned a Bachelor of Science in Education in 2013 and majored in Biology. Also from
Pittsburg State, he earned a Master of Science in Educational Leadership in 2018.

Johnson has worked 11 years at Pittsburg High School as a science teacher, coach (football and basketball), and administrator and was an assistant principal for the last four years at Pittsburg High School.

He officially starts on August 1.
Johnson’s duties are safety and security for staff and students, student and staff supervision, instructional leadership, student support services, student discipline, and extracurricular activities.
What is the best part of being in education for you?
“It is working alongside amazing educators and the opportunity to positively impact students’ lives and help them reach their full potential.”
What are some challenges?
“Some challenges include meeting diverse student needs and finding solutions for staffing needs.”

“I am a proud graduate of USD 234 and I am excited to be a Tiger again! ” he said.

Contact info: [email protected]

 

Entertainment, Kansas

2024 Kansas Most Notable Books

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The State Library of Kansas Announces the 2024 Kansas Notable Books


TOPEKA –This year’s list of Kansas Notable Books continues the tradition of celebrating the rich stories and culture of Kansas.

“The 2024 Kansas Notable Books list recognizes 15 books written by Kansans or about Kansas,” said Ray Walling, State Librarian. “ From historical figures like abolitionist James Montgomery, to the remarkably resilient residents of Udall, to people reflecting on grief and personal struggles through poetry, the authors introduce readers to a variety of Kansans. The selections also take readers on a geology field trip across the state, to Kansas City’s Montgall Avenue, into a classroom as seen through the eyes of a child on the autism spectrum, inside a murder mystery, and beyond to other worlds. With something for everyone, I hope all Kansans will visit their local public library to check out these wonderful titles.”

Each year, the Kansas Notable Books list features 15 books, published during the previous calendar year, which are about or set in Kansas, or written by a Kansas author. This year’s selection committee includes representatives of public, university, and regional libraries, academics, and writers.

Kansas Notable Books authors will be awarded their medals at the Kansas Book Festival on September 27 at Washburn University.

Kansas Notable Books is a project of the Kansas Center for the Book, a program at the State Library of Kansas which is the state affiliate of the Library of Congress Center for the Book. The mission of the Kansas Center for the Book is to highlight the state’s literary heritage and foster an interest in books, reading, and libraries.

For more information or questions about Kansas Notable Books program, visit kslib.info/notablebooks or contact the State Library of Kansas at 785-296-3296 or email [email protected].

2024 Kansas Notable Books

Abolitionist of the Most Dangerous Kind: James Montgomery and His War on Slavery, by Todd Mildfelt and David Schafer, University of Oklahoma Press

Daughter of Chaos, by Sarah Edgerton (Tonganoxie), Elizabeth Hawk Publishing

Doomed by Blooms, by Anna St. John (Haysville), Level Best Books

Grief Said “Have a Seat”, by Amanda G. Elsbury (Wichita), Elite Publications

Henry, Like Always, by Jenn Bailey (Leawood), Chronicle Books

I’ve Been Fighting This War Within Myself, by Antonio Sanchez-Day (Topeka) and edited by Brian Daldorph (Lawrence), Meadowlark Poetry Press

Into the Sunset: Emmett Dalton and the End of the Dalton Gang, by Ian Shaw, University Press of Kansas

The Jayhawk: The Story of the University of Kansas’s Beloved Mascot, by Rebecca Ozier Schulte (Lawrence), University Press of Kansas

Kansas City’s Montgall Avenue: Black Leaders and the Street They Called Home, by Margie Carr (Lawrence), University Press of Kansas

Orion O’Brien and the Spirit of Quindaro, by Fran Borin (Mission Hills), Mission Point Press

Proclaiming the Good News: Mennonite Women’s Voices, 1972-2006, by Lois Y. Barrett and Dorothy Nickel Friesen, Institute of Mennonite Studies

Red Rabbit, by Alex Grecian (Topeka), Tor Nightfire

Roadside Geology of Kansas, by James S Aber (Emporia), Susan E. W. Aber (Emporia), and Michael J. Everhart (Derby), Mountain Press

We’re Safe When We’re Alone, by Nghiem Tran (Wichita), Coffee House Press

Without Warning: The Tornado of Udall, Kansas, by Jim Minick, Bison Books

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Fort Scott, Government

FS Commission Minutes of June 4

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CITY OF FORT SCOTT

CITY COMMISSION MEETING

 

Minutes of June 4, 2024  Regular Meeting

 

The regular meeting of the Fort Scott City Commission was held June 4, 2024, at 6:00PM (Time stamp: 0:010) in the City Commission Meeting Room at City Hall, 123 S. Main Street, Fort Scott, Kansas. (Time stamps according to YouTube recording of meeting).

 

Roll Call

Meeting called to order at 6:00PM. Commissioners Matthew Wells, Tim VanHoecke, and Dyllon Olson were present with Mayor Tracy Dancer.

 

Audience in Attendance – Brad Matkin/City Manager, Bob Farmer/City Attorney, Jason Dickman/City Engineer-Earles Engineering, Jason Pickert/Chief of Police, Lisa Lewis/City Clerk, Tom Coffman/Public Works Manager, Bill Lemke/Water Distribution & Wastewater Collections Supervisor, Jessica Oliphant/BakerTilly (via telephone), Amanda Lancaster/Diehl, Banwart & Bolton, Jason Silvers/Fort Scott Tribune, Michael Hoyt, Mark Hall, Kathryn Salsbury, Cole Jones and Charles Gentry.

 

Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation

  1. Dancer led the Pledge of Allegiance and B. Matkin said a prayer asking God for guidance for the City, our Government and City officials.

 

Approval of Agenda (Time stamp 1:15)

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to amend the agenda to remove Robert Harrington from Appearances. He is unable to attend and will appear at the next meeting. M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-0 VOTE.

 

ACTION:  D. Olson requested that R. Harrington be informed of what is expected from his appearance.

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to approve the agenda with the amendment.  M. Wells seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-0 VOTE.

 

Consent Agenda (Time stamp 2:21)

  1. Approval of Appropriation Ordinance 1361-A – Expense Approval Report – Payment Dates – May 15, 2024 – May 28, 2024 – $521,016.52
  2. Approval of Minutes for May 21, 2024
  3. Request to Pay – Hofer, Hofer & Associates – Application No. 2 – Gunn Park Shower House and Restroom – Amount Due – $20,561.40
  4. Request to Pay – Hofer, Hofer & Associates – Application No. 3 – Gunn Park Shower House and Restroom –Amount Due – $10,125.00
  5. Request to Pay – Earle’s Engineering & Inspection – Project No. 06 KA-6898-01 – Design Contracts – $25,947.45
  6. Request to Pay – Skitch’s Hauling & Excavation, Inc. – Invoice #7615 – Demolition of 10 S. National Ave. – $94,396.00

 

Items C & D:  The payment to Hofer, Hofer & Associates is approximately 90% complete.

Item F:  B. Matkin stated that there may be another charge for dump fees.

 

ACTION:  B. Matkin will let the Commission know if there are any additional charges for dump fees from Skitch’s Hauling & Excavation, Inc. for the demolition of 10 S. National.

MOTION:  D. Olson moved to approve the Consent Agenda.  M. Wells seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-0 VOTE.

 

New Business

 

Action Items:

Consideration of Letters of Interest for City Commissioner (Time stamp 4:05)

Each candidate gave an introductory statement and received questions from the Commissioners.

 

Mark Hall (Time stamp 4:51)

Kathryn Salsbury (Time stamp 12:08)

 

  1. Matkin left the meeting (Time stamp 14:30) and returned at (Time stamp 21:43)

 

Cole Jones (Time stamp 26:18)

Charles Gentry (Time stamp 39:50)

 

MOTION:  M. Wells moved to appoint Charles Gentry to the City Commission.

 

MOTION DIED DUE TO LACK OF A SECOND.

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to appoint Kathryn Salsbury.  D. Olson seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-0 VOTE.

 

Oath of Office for new Commissioner (Time stamp 1:04:28) Kathryn Salsbury was sworn in by the City Clerk and took her position at the Commissioner’s table.

 

Selection of President of Commission (Time stamp 1:05:56)

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to appoint D. Olson as President of the Commission. M. Wells seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION APPROVED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Selection of Commission Representative of the HBCAT Health and All Policies Task Force vacated by the resignation of M. Guns.

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to nominate K. Salsbury as the representative. D. Olson seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION APPROVED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

  1. Farmer left the meeting (Time stamp 1:07:32)

 

Consideration to purchase mower for the airport – Grasshopper Model 900D-1.3L for $21,124.95 (Time stamp 1:07:36)

  1. Coffman presented the request to the Commission. The reason for the purchase is as follows: 1) The current model has been discontinued; 2) parts are difficult to acquire; and 3) the mower is in constant need of repairs. This is an emergency purchase. It is State contract #53340 therefore it does not require the three (3) quotes required by the City’s Purchasing Policy. J. Oliphant verified that the money would come from reserves and will be replaced by anticipated interest earned on investments. This mower will be used at the lake and the airport.

 

  1. Farmer returned to the meeting at (Time stamp 1:09:18)

 

MOTION:  D. Olson moved to purchase the mower with half of the funds coming from the lake fund and the other half coming from reserves.

  1. VanHoecke seconded the motion. D. Olson, T. VanHoecke, K. Salsbury and T. Dancer voted yes. M. Wells voted no.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-1 VOTE.

 

Consideration to Purchase Jet-Foamer System – Wastewater Collections – Key Equipment & Supply Co. – $45,363.13 (Time stamp 1:15:33) – B. Lemke presented his request to the Commission explaining that the primary function is to treat sanitary sewer lines for root and grease control to keep lines open which is a huge problem for the City. Currently a powder dumped down a manhole which is flushed down the lines with water however it can only reach approximately 200 feet. The new jet foam system, in conjunction with the City’s vactor truck will be far more efficient and will treat the entire circumference of the affected pipes. This item will be purchased with reserves from wastewater utility. It was put in last year’s capital plan (2023-2027) under Wastewater Collections to be purchased in 2025. Purchasing it this year will drop it from the 2025 capital plan and will not have to be budgeted.

 

ACTION:  T. VanHoecke requested that J. Oliphant send a current Capital Plan for pending Capital Expenditures to the City Manager and the City Clerk via email in order that the Commission has an updated copy.  J. Oliphant agreed.

 

MOTION:  M. Wells moved to purchase the Jet Foamer System.  D. Olson seconded the motion.

 

Discussion was had about the reserve fund, investments and upcoming obligations.

 

All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Consideration to Purchase 2022 Ford F350 Service Truck – Water Distribution – Olathe Ford Commercial Sales Center – $65,350.00 (Time stamp 1:26:34) B. Matkin stated that the fleet is deteriorating, however they will look for used vehicles instead of requesting this new truck. He requested that consideration for this item be removed. Discussion was had about the process of purchasing used vehicles. The vehicle will be used for the Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection departments.

 

ACTION:  The immediate need is one (1) vehicle. The limit is set at $35,000.00 for the City Manager to sign off on the purchase.  The Commission directed B. Matkin them updated and call a Special Meeting if necessary.

 

Consideration of bids for 2024 Hay Rights at Fort Scott Municipal Airport (Time stamp 1:33:24) Four (4) bids were received: 1) Tippin T Cattle ($15,265.00); 2) KW Cattle ($12,750.00); 3) Ricky Kellenberger ($10,601.00) and 4) Crystal Livestock Express LLC ($6,045.00).

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to accept the bid of $15,265.00 from Tippin T Cattle for the 2024 Hay Rights at Fort Scott Municipal Airport.  D. Olson seconded the motion.  All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Certificate of Appropriateness for 124 E. Wall Street – Hole in the Wall Liquor (Time stamp 1:35:13) The request by applicant Roy Hoehner to install solar panels on the roof and east-facing awning of the building within the Historic District was recommended by the Design Review Board on May 29, 2024. Discussion was had about the panels on the awning.

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to approve the request based on the recommendation of the Design Review Board.  T. Dancer seconded the motion. K. Salsbury, T. VanHoecke and T. Dancer voted yes.  M. Wells and D. Olson voted no.

 

MOTION PASSED BY A 3-2 VOTE.

 

Certificate of Appropriateness for 110 South Main LLC – 110 S. Main Street (Time stamp 1:52:11) The request by applicant Kathy Dancer to replace façade lettering, placement of exterior heat pump condenser in south window bay but enclosed with period appropriate custom screen, replacement of 2nd floor windows with decorative mullions and replace blocked in arch walls with storefronts in tow central bays and compliant doors was recommended by the Design Review Board on May 29, 2024.

 

MOTION:  M. Wells moved to approve the application for the Certificate of Appropriateness for 110 South Main LLC.  D. Olson seconded the motion.

  1. Wells, D. Olson, T. VanHoecke and K. Salsbury voted yes. T. Dancer abstained.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 4-1 VOTE.

 

Consideration of Request for a New City License to Serve Alcoholic Liquor and Cereal Malt Beverages for Consumption On The Premises – Mi Ranchito – 17 S. Main Street

 

MOTION:  T. VanHoecke moved to approve the new City License for MiRanchito at 17 S. Main Street.  D. Olson seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

MOTION PASSED BY 5-0 VOTE.

 

Public Comment (Time Stamp 1:59:46)

Michael Hoyt addressed a public notice from KDHE that was presented at County Commission meeting the night before, would also like to be read into the budget process and had a question regarding the approved the jet foam treatment for the sanitary sewers.

 

  1. VanHoecke left the meeting (Time stamp 2:04:02) and returned to the meeting (Time stamp 2:05:52).

 

Appearances

Amanda Lancaster/Diehl, Banwart & Bolton appeared by request and addressed the Commission regarding the expectations of the Single Audit vs. Regular Audit.

 

  1. Farmer left the meeting (Time stamp 2:08:36).
  2. Matkin left the meeting (Time stamp 2:09:11).
  3. Farmer returned to the meeting (Time stamp 2:10:11).
  4. Matkin returned to the meeting (Time stamp 2:13:07).

 

Reports and Comments

  1. City Manager Comments (Time stamp 2:22:00)

–  Approval to proceed with equipment auction

ACTION:  B. Matkin will get a date for the auction and D. Olson requested a list of equipment inventory.

–  Summer Collegiate Baseball league

–  Memorial Hall Request for Proposals to repair façade – will bring to                        Commission if they come in over $10,000.00

–  Want to explore current regulations for shipping containers

ACTION:  B. Matkin will bring information for discussion about shipping containers to the next Commission meeting

 

  1. Engineering Comments (Time stamp 2:30:12)

–  Update on Horton & 6th Street Project – start date is July 8th, 2024, and is                          expected to be a 230-day project.

–  Rerouting to be done with signage to adjacent side streets.

 

  1. Commissioners Comments

     –  K. Salsbury (Time stamp 2:33:35)

     –  M. Wells (Time stamp 2:33:47)

     –  T. VanHoecke (Time stamp 2:34:30)

     –  D. Olson (Time stamp 2:36:50)

     –  T. Dancer (Time stamp 2:36:56)

 

  1. City Attorney Comments (Time stamp 2:38:42)

 

MOTION: (Time stamp 2:39:28) – T. VanHoecke moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:39PM.  K. Salsbury seconded the motion. All voted yes.

 

JUNE 4, 2024, MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:39PM

 

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Submitted by:

Lisa A. Lewis, City Clerk

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Coffee at 110 S. Main on June 13

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Join us for Chamber Coffee!

Thursday, June 13th, 8am
Hosted by Cohn’s Cafe & 110 South Main Mercantile

110 South Main
Cohn’s Cafe & 110 South Main Mercantile are located in the former Scottish Rite Building on Main Street in the Historic Downtown Fort Scott.

* 110 South Main Mercantile offers a variety of Kansas made gift and decor items.

* Cohn’s Cafe partners with local producers to use fresh, local ingredients in nearly every dish.

Thank you Kathy and Tracy Dancer for being Chamber Members!

Join us for coffee, juice, light refreshments and door prizes this Thursday at Cohn’s Cafe & 110 South Main Mercantile!

Click here to check out 110 South Main’s Facebook page!

Click here to check out Cohn’s Cafe’s Facebook page!

Contact the Chamber of Commerce at (620) 223-3566 for more information.
Art, Bourbon County, Entertainment

Bourbon County Community Theatre Announces Play Auditions

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The newly formed Bourbon County Community Theatre is holding auditions for the first show of the season.

 

Auditions for Holy Mother of Bingo! by Patrick Walsh are from 7-8:30 p.m., June 17 or 18 in the Ellis Performing Arts Center at Fort Scott Community College. Auditions for the interactive comedy murder mystery show are open to adults and teens and no preparation is necessary.

 

Pioneer Drama describes the show this way, “An innocent bingo fundraiser at the Our Mother of Mercy church goes awry when parishioners mysteriously drop dead!  The evidence suggests well-calculated murders, but who is to blame?  Tensions rise as everyone begins identifying suspects.  Past feuds rear their heads as the members of the parish try to state their innocence one by one.  Who could be behind the elaborate spree?  The disgruntled choir director?  The magician turned youth minister?  The ex-convict that has recently turned to the power of prayer?  It couldn’t be one of the Cookie Cadets selling their beloved cookies!  Everyone’s a suspect…  even the audience in the zany comedy that takes interactive theatre to a whole new level!”

 

Performances of the show are Aug. 2 and 3 and rehearsals are approximately Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30-9 p.m.

 

More information can be found on the Bourbon County Community Theatre Facebook page or by contacting the Director, Angie Bin, at 620-719-9622 or at [email protected].

 

BBCO Community Theatre, LLC is a non-profit community organization formed last year whose mission is to bring education, community, and culture to southeast KS through threatre.

 

Anyone who would like to join the community theatre or assist with the technical aspects of the play can fill out an interest form on the Facebook page or at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScExqinRjOkAVdLBVFUNDFR5q_OJG_XWlwnPbjnMApAsIAb7Q/viewform

 

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Bourbon County, Youth

Barnstormers 4H Club Met May 8

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May 8, 2024

 

At 6:31 p.m. the Barnstormers 4-H meeting was called to order at the Hubenette Pavilion.

The roll call was, “What are your summer plans?” 18 members and 12 parents were present.

Next the Treasurer’s report and Secretary minutes were read and unanimously approved.

The 2024 Fair newspaper was passed out to all families.

Cannon O’Brien came forward to give a talk on gun safety. After a very informed talk and many questions. Jack Endicott made a motion and Cannon seconded to adjourn the club meeting. The time was 6:54 p.m. The next Barnstormers club meeting is June 12, 2024 at the Bourbon County Fairgrounds.

Jewel Endicott
Barnstormers Secretary
Jack Endicott
Barnstormers Reporter
Obituary

Obituary of Carla Lowe

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Carla Dean Lowe, age 59, a resident of Neodesha, Kansas, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024, at the Neodesha Care and Rehab Facility.  She was born October 3, 1964, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the daughter of Robert Eugene Lowe, Sr. and Wilma Dean Kepley Lowe.  She enjoyed collecting dream catchers.

 

Survivors include two sisters, Brenda Karns and Cheryl Reed, and two brothers, Glen Lowe and Robert Lowe, Jr.  Also surviving are her three children and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and many cousins.  Carla was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.

 

There was cremation.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, June 14th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.  Private burial will take place in the Dayton Cemetery.  Memorials are suggested to the Carla Lowe Memorial 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.

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