Fundraiser for the New Ice Skating Rink is at Sharky’s on November 4
The plan for the new ice skating rink is to open during the Christmas on the Bricks Festival, Friday, December 7th at the Gathering Pavilion on North National Avenue, according to Diane Striler, project coordinator.
“The high school carpentry class led by Jason Johnson, is starting to build the shed that will house the skates,” said Striler.
“Sharky’s Pub and Grub, 16 N. National will be hosting on Nov. 4th to help us raise funds for the rink,” she said. Ten percent of the net sales that day will be donated to help fund the ice skating rink.
“I have also included links for people who would like to help us with a donation. We are getting closer, but still need a little over $20,000.00.” The total goal of the rink that will last approximately 15 years is $50,000 which includes the skates, rink, sharpeners, and building that will house the skates and take the $5 fee for skating.
See the flyer below to scan and donate to the ice skating rink.
The rink is a new addition to the Christmas on The Bricks festival that began last year in Historic Downtown Fort Scott.
Senator Moran Will Tour Fort Scott High School On Oct. 29
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TOMORROW, October 29
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today announced he will tour Fort Scott High School at 9:45 a.m. CT on Tuesday, October 29. Media is invited to attend. | |
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The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Oct. 28
Shut The Gate by Carolyn Tucker
Keys to the Kingdom By Carolyn Tucker
Growing up as a country girl, I learned that when I opened a gate and walked through, I needed to immediately close the gate. Most farm animals are basically just waiting patiently to make a jailbreak. You might think they’re just minding their own business, chewing their cud, scratching on the side of the barn, or grazing, but they’re actually scoping out the joint. Several years ago, one of us didn’t chain the gate properly and our horses escaped. They didn’t go far, but they went far enough. They moseyed down the lane, looked both ways and crossed the highway, then went calling on the neighbor horses. Gates are extremely important to the owners of sneaky, conniving farm animals. When given half a chance, they’ll bust out of jail every time.
In the New Testament, Jesus speaks candidly about two different gates. “You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it” (Matthew 7:13-14 NLT). Everyone has been given the right to make their own choices, aka free will. Jesus knows mankind’s tendency and He solemnly declared that few would choose the narrow gate that leads to an abundant life here and eternal life in heaven. When individuals choose the wide gate, they’re forfeiting Jesus’ gift of eternal life and taking Broadway Street to Hell.
In certain situations, I‘ve been known to say, “There’s more than one way to skin a cat.” This colloquialism means there’s multiple ways to accomplish a task or achieve the same end. (For cat lovers, this saying is referring to skinning a catfish.) For example, you can skin a catfish either before or after you fillet it.
Some individuals say, “There’s more than one way to get to heaven.” Nope. Jesus told Thomas, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Me“ (John 14:6 NLT). There are two gates to choose from when entering either the Highway to Heaven or the Highway to Hell. The battle between right (Good Gate) and wrong (Evil Gate) has been going on since the Garden of Eden.
While standing at the Narrow and Wide Gates deciding which one to enter, it would be good to sit down and count the cost of choosing poorly. Jesus paid the entry fee for everyone to enter the Narrow Gate. The difficult way of this gate is definitely the road less traveled, but it’s certainly worth it. Jesus spoke encouraging words to His disciples, and the same message is for Christ followers today: “And everything I’ve taught you is so that the peace which is in Me will be in you and will give you great confidence as you rest in Me. For in this unbelieving world you will experience trouble and sorrows, but you must be courageous, for I have conquered the world!” (John 16:33 TPT).
After wisely choosing the narrow gate, life continues to be full of daily choices. We can choose to walk in holiness or selfishness, wisdom or folly, integrity or deceitfulness, love or hatred. The Holy Spirit lives inside believers to help us make right decisions. So we must learn to listen to Him so we won‘t make foolish choices.
The Key: When you come to the end of your journey, you won’t be sorry you chose the narrow
Bo Co Commission Meetings Moved To Thursday Mornings At 9 a.m.
The Bourbon County Commission meetings have been moved to Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. starting this Thursday, October 31, 2024. An agenda will be sent out on Tuesday for the meeting.
Thank you,
Jennifer Hawkins
Bourbon County Clerk
Letter to the Editor: Anna Miles
TRUMP PARADE
Attention: Ft. Scott, Kansas Trump Train parade participants, we will be having a Trump parade November 3, 2024 on Sunday at 2 pm.
We will be lining up in the Belltown area, starting any time after 1 pm.
Anyone from Bronson, Uniontown and Redfield areas can meet up and join in. Everyone is invited to show support.
We will be representing President Trump so let’s be respectful and follow the speed limit, stop signs and laws.
We discourage profanity and the F-word flags and anything inappropriate. We want this to be fun and family friendly and support Pres. Trump.
Trump Train will begin at 2pm, lining up in the Belltown area.
Venders, please check with the city and landowners if you want to setup.
Train starts at N. National south to E. National to Margrave.
Turn left going north on Margrave all the way to Wall St.
Then turn right, and go east on Wall St. and turn around at R&R equipment then go back to Wall St.
Going west on Wall St., then take Scott St. to 3rd St., then turn right on 3rd St.
Then go 1 block to Main St. turn left on Main St. to East National.
Turn right onto National, going north back to Belltown.
Fellow Trump supporter and Republican, Anna Miles
Trump-Vance 2024
The five Ps For Business Marketing
Supporting a youth-run lemonade stand can build the confidence of a child, help them understand the value of money, and learn important lessons about running a small business. Not only are youth earning cash, they are learning and practicing the important principles centered around the five Ps of marketing a successful stand or any business. The more time and effort youth can put towards promoting and marketing their stand before opening for business, the more likely they are to be successful. While Lemonade stands are usually available in the summer and early fall, with colder weather starting to show up, it creates different and new opportunities of turning a lemonade stand into a Hot Chocolate stand instead!
The 5 “Ps” of business marketing play a crucial part of if a business is going to be successful or if it will struggle to keep afloat. The 5 P’s, Product, Price, Promotion, Place and People all help individual businesses differentiate from their competitors.
Product-The most important aspect of any lemonade stand is the product. This is a fantastic opportunity for the young entrepreneur to explore product development. Things to consider include:
- How does it look and taste? Will they make it from a powder, use fresh ingredients or have a special recipe?
- Have they considered temperature? Keeping the lemonade cold can boost sales and bring return customers. Youth may consider floating a large piece of ice in their pitcher or serving it in a cup of ice.
- Can they diversify their product line? Some possible preferences may include low calorie, pulp-free, or even a flight of rainbow-colored Lemonade! Many enthusiastic entrepreneurs also sell additional products at their lemonade stand. These could include a tasty treat or even a handmade item.
Price- When thinking about price it is important to know who your customers may possibly be and what they might be willing to pay. The key thing to A few other things to consider might include:
- Look at what other stands are charging and where they may be set up. Also consider if they offer additional items that you may not.
- If you are planning on setting up in a location where a lot of foot traffic is available, you may look at wanting to charge more.
Promotion- How will you get the word out about your lemonade stand? The more time and effort you can put towards promoting and marketing your stand before opening for business, the more likely you are to be successful.
- Think about where you could hang signs up around your community to tell people where you will be located.
- Think about who else you could partner with. Maybe a friend or family member makes delicious cookies and already have customers that buy from them often. Ask them to join you in a partnership to bring already established customers to your stand.
- Don’t be afraid to tell your neighbors, family and friends that you are opening your lemonade stand and where it will be located. Invite them to share with their family or friends as well.
Place- The location of your stand may make the difference on if you meet or exceeding your overall goal. Make sure to find a safe location to hold your lemonade stand, and always make sure to ask for permission if setting up in a public place. A few things to ask yourself in determining where to set up:
- What day will you operate your stand?
- What time of day will you run your stand?
- If people have to drive to your location, will there be adequate parking available?
People- People refers to who is selling the lemonade to the customers and how the customers may perceive the worker. People usually base their decisions around the customer service that is provided by the seller. Things to think about:
- Are you friendly to your customers as they approach and when they are buying your products?
- Are you dressed nicely and clean clothes?
Be on the lookout for upcoming “Lemonade Day” workshops for youth in grades 3rd– 6th from Southwind Extension District and NetWork Kansas. Through “Lemonade Day” youth work through a four-session curriculum learning about setting Goals, making a business plan, learning cost breakdown, setting and following a budget, and taking a loan out all while developing a plan to have a successful Lemonade Stand.
For more information on Lemonade Day or money management for youth, please contact Amanda Clasen, Community Vitality Agent, at [email protected] or at 620-244-3826.
Ad: Vote Republican November 5th
Paid for by Bourbon County Republicans, Donna Banwart, Treasurer
The Artificers In November and December
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Wreaths Across America Gets an Extended Date to Collect Donations
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