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Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Outpost 13 West Today at 5:15 p.m.
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Ernie Couch and Revival at 1st Methodist Church on Oct. 26
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Fall Festival November 10 at the Catholic Church Gym
Letter to the Editor: Michael Hoyt
The actions of this tax abatement under the pretense of providing “updates and upgrades to the former Mercy Hospital” will greatly impact the budgets of each taxing entity for years 2023, 2024, & 2025. Also leaves many unanswered questions such as when will the property be subject to tax again?
Submitted by Michael J Hoyt
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New FSNHS Park Guide: Natalie Peitsmeyer
Natalie Peitsmeyer is a new Park Guide at Fort Scott National Historic Site. She began employment in this month.
She is a 30-year retired science teacher.
“During that time, I taught life and physical science classes (grades 8-12). Prior to teaching, I was a lifeguard, swim instructor, and summer day camp counselor,” she said.
She attended the University of Colorado at Denver and completed a bachelor’s degree in biology, a Master’s in Secondary Science Education, and a Doctorate in Leadership for Equity in Education.
With the new Park Ranger title, comes a variety of duties.
“I open the buildings and exhibits for visitor access. In the visitor center, I provide information about navigating around the National Park site, as well as history significant to the National Park site.”
“I have always loved National Parks,” she said. ” I grew up in an Air Force family and was fortunate to have lived in a variety of places such as Florida, Okinawa and Colorado. I love the outdoors and appreciate uncovering history. The history of Fort Scott National Historic Site is unique to no other National Park. I look forward to sharing its stories, researching its history, visiting with visitors, developing lessons and tours.”
Filling Vacant Positions Has Been Ongoing
“We had an advertisement to fill our two vacant Park Ranger positions that closed last Friday,” said Carl Brenner. Program Manager for Interpretation and Resource Management
Fort Scott National Historic Site (www.nps.gov/fosc)
Fort Scott National Historic Site (www.nps.gov/fosc)
“We are hoping to have them onboarded before Rob (Holmes New FSNHS Ranger: Robert Holmes) leaves in January. Our goal with Natalie and Rob here is that we will be able to have the buildings open seven days a week once she is trained in the next week or so.”
Outpost 13 Ribbon Cutting is Oct. 17
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Obituary of Darlene Chermok
Darlene Agnes Chermok, age 85, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at the Arma Health and Rehab, in Arma, Kansas. She was born on a farm near Prague, Nebraska on June 20, 1939, the daughter of Adolph Vachal and Tillie Fencl Vachal. She graduated from Prague High School as the Valedictorian of her class.
She met and married Louis Chermok while both were working in Columbus, Nebraska, in 1960. They moved to Lawrence, Kansas, where they had five children. Patrick, Michael, Richard, Teresa, and Daniel Chermok.
In 1972 they moved to Fort Scott, where Louis helped set up a Manufacturing company called Craft Fabricators, where they manufactured shower doors.
From 1993 to 2003, they moved to Virginia to set up another manufacturing plant called Craft Diston. Darlene took the position of office manager there.
After their return to Fort Scott in 2003 both Louis and Darlene became active at the Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, where Darlene was president of the Altar Society for several years.
Survivors include Michael Chermok (Kristin) of Parker, Kansas, Teresa Chermok, Fort Scott, Kansas, Daniel Chermok (Dalene) of Fruita, Colorado; four grandchildren, Nathan, Jessica, Kalene, Jacob; and four great-grandchildren, Weston, Lilly, Lincoln, Oakley. She was preceded in death by her husband Louis, two sons, Patrick and Richard Chermok, and her parents.
Father Yancey Burgess will conduct Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 18th at the John F. Kennedy Gymnasium. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Cemetery in Ft. Scott, Kansas. The family will receive friends on Friday from 9:00 – 9:30 A.M. at the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to the St. Mary’s Building 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.
Tea Club Meets Oct. 16 at Papa Don’s
Mmm Flavor Shop’s Fall Tea Club will be Wednesday, October 16 at 6 pm. It will be held at Papa Don’s Pizza in Downtown Fort Scott.
The topic will be Herbal Teas.
Free Samples will include Chai Water, Homesteader’s Coffee (Dandelion Root and Chicory blend), Elderberry Water, and Tulsi (Holy Basil) Tea.
Come enjoy a cup and learn how herbal teas can help keep you healthier this coming winter season.
Foundation Hosts Chamber Coffee on Oct. 17
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USD234 Board of Education Meeting on October 14 News Release
Unified School District 234
424 South Main
Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697
620-223-0800 Fax 620-223-2760
DESTRY BROWN
Superintendent
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
NEWS RELEASE
Monday, October 14, 2024
The Board of Education of USD 234, Fort Scott, Kansas, met for a Board Training Session at their offices at 424 S. Main at 4:00 p.m.
President David Stewart opened the meeting.
Michelle Hubbard, Leadership Field Specialist from KASB, was present to work with the Board Members to help in understanding the Board’s role in the district.
Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, September 09, 2024, for their regular monthly meeting at the board office.
President David Stewart opened the meeting.
The board approved the official agenda, and the consent agenda as follows:
Board Minutes
09/09/24 Minutes
09/25/24 Minutes
Financials – Cash Flow Report
Check Register
Payroll – September 20, 2024 – $1,673,203.67
Activity Funds Accounts
USD 234 Gifts
Declare Surplus Property – Vehicles to be sold at auction
Mr. Garzone, Principal at Winfield Scott, recognized two employees that work in the Focus/Sensory Room at the elementary school. Wendy Budd, in her fifteenth year, and Jared McKay, in his seventh year, both were commended for their hard work and passion for the students. They explained how they are Safety Care Trained and work with the students in de-escalation techniques. Their presence is a huge help to not only the students but the staff as well.
Superintendent Destry Brown reported on school enrollment from 2023 to September 2024. He also reviewed with the Board the District Values, Vision, and Goals.
Assistant Superintendent Terry Mayfield provided the Board with a printed report that included updates from all departments such as the district serving 1700 meals a day and prepping the buildings for the colder months.
Tonya Barnes, Special Education Director, updated the Board on the Special Education CAT Aid payment. She also reported on the upcoming training for the SPED Teachers that will be held in November.
The Board Approved the following items:
- Audit Contract with Diehl, Banwart, Bolton, CPA
- Frary Field Turf Replacement with Mammoth Sports Constructions
- Doral Renewable Contribution Agreement
Superintendent Brown stated that Seat #6 would be open for applications. This opening will be posted in the newspaper for thirty days.
Superintendent Brown updated the Board on the Bus Accident that happened earlier this month and the steps that will be taken to prevent this from happening in the future. He also cleared up some rumors and explained the incident.
There were no comments during public forum.
The Board went into an executive session for personnel matters.
President David Stewart adjourned the meeting.
PERSONNEL REPORT – APPROVED
October 14, 2024
RESIGNATIONS/TERMINATIONS/RETIREMENTS:
Hendricks, Caleb – Supplemental Resignation – Girls Basketball – Middle School
LEAVE OF ABSENCE:
Sprague, Sierra – Leave of Absence
Travis, Hayden – Leave of Absence
TRANSFER:
Hood, Dusty – High School Custodian to Middle School Custodian
Ogle, Anthony – Middle School Custodian to High School Custodian
EMPLOYMENT:
Certified Recommendations for the 2024-25 school year:
Fountain, Justin – Long Term Substitute for 6th Math – Middle School
Classified Recommendations for the 2024-25 school year:
Ballou, Jessica – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware
Coffman, Donald – Cook – Middles School
Day, Jessica – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware
Henderson, Andrew – Groundskeeper/Fields Maintenance
Merriman, Virginia – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware – Part Time
Torres Francis – Van Driver
Trimble, Aidan – Paraprofessional – Eugene Ware
Supplemental Recommendations for the 2024-25 school year:
Beth, Whitney – Head Track Coach – Middle School
Corbitt, Cheyenne – Sponsor for Second Intramurals
NATURE OF THE IMMINENT THREAT OF DISASTER: Fire Hazard Conditions
NATURE OF THE IMMINENT THREAT OF DISASTER:
Due to the extreme heat and little rain, fire-hazard conditions in Bourbon County are very high. Because of the limitations of water usage by rural fire districts, there is concern for the capabilities of those fire districts to address any fire. Once started, with the present weather conditions, a fire will be difficult to control by fire departments. Water usage is of great concern to all fire departments, and the availability of enough water to contain a fire.
The dry conditions, above-normal temperatures and fire danger will continue unabated until sufficient rainfall occurs across the area.
It is hereby proclaimed, directed, and ordered by the Bourbon County Commissioners, in accordance with K.S.A. 48-932, that the following acts are prohibited within the boundaries of this County by all citizens and visitors:
- All outside burning, unless specifically approved in writing by the Fire Chief, with the exception of covered barbeque grills.
The knowing and willful violation of this order shall constitute a Class A misdemeanor and any person convicted of such violation shall be punished as provided by law. [K.S.A. 48-939]
This Proclamation shall be in full force and effect until lifted.
Passed in open session by the Board of County Commissioners of Bourbon County, Kansas, this 15th day of October 2024.