Bourbon County, Schools

Unapproved Minutes of the U235 Board of Education on January 8

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UNIONTOWN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 235
Uniontown, Kansas 66779
Regular Meeting 8 JANUARY 2024
The Board of Education of Uniontown Unified School District 235, State of Kansas, met in regular session on Monday, January 8, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the BOE Meeting Room in Uniontown, Kansas.
Board members present: Mike Mason,Tyler Martin, Brian Stewart, Troy Couchman, Seth Martin, Rhonda Hoener and Matt Kelly
Others present for all or portions of the meeting: Vance Eden, Sherri Hartman, Robert Onelio, Tammy Townsend, Scott Sutton, and Tim Endicott

President Mason called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Mason then led the group in the flag salute and welcomed the new members.
Superintendent Eden read the District Mission Statement.
T Martin, seconded by Stewart, made a motion to approve the agenda with change of STRIKE Information Item B: Sparkwheel update.
Motion passed 7-0.
T Martin, seconded by Stewart, made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2023 Regular meeting and the December 18, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes.
Motion passed 7-0.
Martin, seconded by Hoener, made a motion to approve the consent agenda.
Motion passed 7-0.
A. Pay bills in the amount of $337,912.65.
B. Approve Treasurer’s Report for December 2023.
No patron addressed the Board.
Principal Onelio gave an oral report to the board.
Superintendent Eden gave written and oral reports to the Board on the Walking Trail, KASB Policy review, Strategic plan update, Graduation on May 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m, and a Capital Project Grant update.
Hoener, seconded by Stewart, made a motion to approve the KASB Policy updates.
Motion passed 7-0.

T Martin, seconded by S Martin, made a motion to go into executive session to discuss an individual employee’s performance pursuant to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA, and the open
meeting will resume at 9:15 p.m.
Motion passed 7-0.

Into Executive Session at 9:00 p.m.
Eden was invited into session.
Out of Executive Session at 9:15 p.m.
T Martin, seconded by Kelly, made a motion to accept the resignation of Luke Davis as UJHS Math Teacher effective 12/31/2023.
Motion passed 7-0.

T Martin, seconded by Couchman, made a motion to approve Schotze Griffiths as a cook.
Motion passed 7-0.

T Martin, seconded by Stewart, made a motion to approve Heather Tarwater as a vehicle driver.
Motion passed 7-0.

T Martin, seconded by Couchman, made a motion to accept the resignation of Bugs George effective March 15, 2024.
Motion passed 7-0.

T Martin, seconded by Kelly, made a motion to approve Jacy Walker as Elementary teacher. Motion passed 7-0.
Martin, seconded by Stewart, made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Motion passed 7-0.

Meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.
Date minutes approved ______________________
______________________________
President, Board of Education
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Attested: Clerk, Board of Education
The next Regular board meeting is Monday, February 12, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.

Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Announces Love Local & Chocolate Crawl Shopping Event

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The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce announces a Love Local Chocolate Crawl shopping event which will take place on Saturday, February 10th.  Most stores in the Downtown Historic District and several additional locations will be participating in the fun.

 

Customers are invited to shop local retailers while sampling a variety of chocolate treats along the way, and many will also be offering drawings and promotions.  Locations included in the event will have a Chocolate Crawl poster and red and white balloons displayed at their entrance.

 

The Chamber encourages the community to shop local, love local and join the Chocolate Crawl on February 10th to celebrate Valentine’s Day. “You can’t buy love, but you can buy local!”

Contact the Chamber for more information at 620-223-3566.

Fort Scott, K-State Extension

Starlite FCE Minutes January 2024

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The January meeting of the Starlite FCE was held at the Presbyterian Village meeting room.  Vice President Joyce Allen called the meeting to order and led the Club in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and the Club Collect.

 

Thirteen member and two guests were in attendance.  The members reported that they had volunteered eighteen hours and had recycled ten pounds.  The meeting of the previous meeting was read and approved.  Doris Ericson presented the treasurer’s report.  Doris reported that the club members had donated $160 to Preferred Living and that she had forwarded the money along with $80 donated by others.  Doris Moved that the Club purchase our Wreaths across America this month since you can get two for the price of one.  Deb Lust seconded the motion, motion carried.

 

Karen Peery presented some coloring books she had from the American Legion that we may use for our Citizenship project.  Terri Williams was going to inquire if we could reproduce them and report at the next meeting.  Letha Johnson moved that the meeting be adjourned, Deb Lust seconded the motion, motion carried, meeting adjourned.

 

After the meeting Claudia Wheeler and Ida Ford presented the lesson on Operation Christmas Child along with the help of Donna Burschell.  Claudia and Donna had recently traveled to North Caroline to help with the packing and shipping of the Shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child.  The club received many tips and ideas of items to make and pack.

 

Refreshments of Sunflower cupcakes, mints, coffee and water was provided by Betty Johnson and Joyce Allen and enjoyed by all.

 

Prepared by

Terri Williams

 

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Art, Fort Scott

The Artificers February Newsletter

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The Artificers In February!

Check out the calendar below for all events happening this month!

Artist Opening and Reception!!

Sallys’ Master Artist Classes

February Classes

Valentines Day “Ghost” Class

What’s the first thing you think of when someone says wheel throwing?

That steamy movie scene with Patrick & Demi, Right?!?  Now’s your chance!

Grab your favorite Patrick or Demi and have a Valentine’s event that will go down in the books as if it were a memorable scene out of a movie!
Sign up Here!
Click Here to Join in the Fun!

GLAZE DAY is February 17th!

Come in and “paint” your heart away with all the variety of glazes and pieces we have available!

Sneak Peak of Next Month!

(subject to change)
Government, Kansas

Online Portal For Property Value Information

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Kansas Department of Revenue Announces Launch of Online Portal for Property Value Information

TOPEKA – Today, the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR), in partnership with Tyler Technologies, announced the launch of Assessment Connect, a new application  that will allow KDOR’s Property Valuation Division to access statewide property appraisal data and provide improved analytical tools for county appraisers. In addition, the project will feature the Kansas Property Valuation Division Data Portal, an open data, public facing website with up-to-date and easily accessible property value information.

The launch of Assessment Connect is part of the KDOR’s ongoing efforts to streamline the property appraisal process and increase transparency and accountability. By making this data available to the public, KDOR hopes to empower citizens to make informed decisions about their property and their community.

“We’re excited to launch this new site and provide Kansans with easy access to important property valuation data,“ said David Harper, KDOR Property Valuation Division Director. “We believe that transparency is key to building trust between government and citizens, and this site is an important step in that direction.”

The open data portal of Assessment Connect will feature appraised value data on all property types from every county in Kansas. Kansans will be able to view the most up-to-date data in easily readable charts and graphs.

Assessment Connect was funded by a grant from the Information Network of Kansas (INK).

The site is available to the public free of charge and can be viewed at https://ksopendata.ksrevenue.gov/

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Bourbon County Sheriff's Office, Youth

Stop Sex Trafficking Event This Evening

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Sending on behalf of Chamber Member

Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office

and E3 Ranch Foundation…..

STOP Trafficking Project!

BeAlert® is the awareness and prevention strategy of The Stop

Trafficking Project® to end domestic minor sex trafficking

(DMST)before it starts by disrupting the exploitation of vulnerability.

THIS ADULT ONLY COMMUNITY PRESENTATION FOCUSES ON

THE ROLE OF “LIFE ONLINE” FOR STUDENTS

The Who – caring adults invited to attend:

  • Law enforcement
  • Firefighter’s and EMT’s
  • Medical professionals
  • Counselors
  • Faith community leaders
  • School personnel
  • Parents, guardians, and all other adult family members

The What – educate and empower caring adults in our community:

  • Students are enamored with social media and “life online”
  • Name apps and provide practical advice to guide caring adults
  • Unpack vulnerabilities that can be exploited: loneliness, isolation, depression,

suicide, sexting, sextortion, pornography, cyberbullying, exploitation, sexual exploitation, and domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST)

The How – the approach: Fast-moving Power Point presentation designed for maximum

impact

The presenter – an active abolitionist: Has command of the topic and speaks with

energy that grabs and keeps the attention of attendees.

The presentation – fast paced with appropriate images and videos:

  • Provide insight into the role of technology in exploiting vulnerabilities
  • Identify the demand in this high demand business of sexual exploitation
  • Provide the option to engage with the BeAlert® Strategy, the Stop Trafficking App,

and the “top ten practical steps” for adults to keep students safer

LOCATION: FSCC ELLIS FINE ARTS CENTER, 2108 Horton St.

SPONSORS: E3 RANCH FOUNDATION & BBCO SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

DATE: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31ST

TIME: 6 PM

OTHER DETAILS: NO CHILDREN PLEASE

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: SHANDA STEWART 620-215-2681

One image & three words will change you paradigm!
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street, Fort Scott, KS 66701

Obituary

Obituary of Susan McClure

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Susan Elaine McClure, age 72, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, went home to her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.  Susan was born to Raymond Roy Bassett and Virginia Bassett on April 21, 1951.  As a young girl, Susan enjoyed playing softball where she played first base.  She was a good seamstress and loved to sew.  As much as she loved to sew, she hated to dust and was often teased about it by her sister.  Susan graduated high school in 1969.  She married Kenneth Ray McClure on June 26, 1970.  To this union, three children were born, Bryan, Aimee and Amber.  One of Susan’s joys was attending as many of her grandchildren’s school activities as possible.  She could be seen sitting in the stands at football, basketball and even wrestling events.  Susan was also an avid collector of the Pillsbury Dough Boy.  Susan loved getting out and having an occasional girl’s day with her sister.  The day usually included a manicure and pedicure, visiting flea markets, and enjoying a piece of pie.  Everyone who knew her knew how much she loved God.  Susan was known for her card ministry and collecting magazines to give to the shut-ins.  Susan was looking forward to attending her granddaughter’s wedding in August and her other two granddaughters’ graduations in May.

Survivors include a son, Bryan McClure of the home; two daughters, Aimee McClure of Ft. Scott and Amber Goodbody and husband, Ryan, also of Ft. Scott; one sister, Nancy Orton and husband, Mike, of Joplin, Missouri; daughter-in-law, Debbie McClure of Ft. Scott and numerous nieces and nephews.  Also surviving are six grandchildren, Macayla, Emma and fiancé, Jeremiah, Brittany, Skyler, KW and Tristen.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two brothers and a grandchild.

Rev. Dusty Drake will conduct funeral services at 10:00 A.M. Friday, February 2nd at the Community Christian Church.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 P.M. Friday at the Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery in Joplin, Missouri.

The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Thursday at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Memorials are suggested to the American Stroke Association 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

Obituary

Obituary of Patsy Sanders

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Patsy D. Sanders, age 86, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at her home. She was born April 9, 1937, in Ft. Scott, Kansas, the daughter of Coleman Eden and Belva Edwards Eden. She married Willis Orville Sanders. Patsy had worked as a jewelry associate at Wal-Mart in Ft. Scott for many years. After her retirement from Wal-Mart, she provided babysitting
services out of her home. Patsy loved to play Bingo and travel.

Survivors include two children, Pam Owenby (Russell) of Deerfield, Missouri and Greg Sanders of Ft. Scott; six grandchildren, Jamye Coffman (Tom), Patricia Brake, Kallie Stowe (Killian), Drew Howlingcrane, Brandon Owenby (Meghan) and Dani Owenby; twelve great-grandchildren, Brady, Sawyer and Sabrina
Coffman, Sami and Abi Rhynerson, Daniel, Darbi and David Brake, Oliver and Archer Stowe and Braxlynn and Memphis Owenby and a great-great-grandson, Ryker.

Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, a son, Shannon Sanders, a daughter, Linda Howlingcrane, two great-grandchildren, a brother, Floyd Eden and three sisters, Laura Miller, Berniece Stone and Pearl Thurston.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, February 6 th at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the Lath Branch Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Monday at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the Ronald McDonald House 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.

Business, Food, Fort Scott

Cooking Class Offered at HBCAT This Saturday

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Suzanne Griffin. Submitted photo.
The Healthy Bourbon County Action Team staff is sponsoring a cooking how-to event this Saturday, Feb. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon.
The HBCAT is located at 104 N. National, across from the new Farmers Market Pavilion.
The Healthy Bourbon County Action Team is located at 104 N. National Avenue, Fort Scott.
Suzanne Griffin, owner of Twigs and Berries Catering,  is the presenter.
A Twigs and Berries Catering offering. Submitted photo.

” We will learn how to cook on a budget,  how to meal plan easily, how to include kids in the kitchen, eliminate food waste, convert leftovers to a new meal, shop our homes first, shop by season and sales, The Bliss point of food taste, which is the combination of certain flavors. ”

She looks forward to the event.

“When I was a young mom and wife I had some great veteran moms, including my own mom, that shared with and I wanted to pass that blessing of help on,” Griffin said. “I… share because cooking is one of my talents, I enjoy it and I have plenty of experience, not because I’ve perfected it. We all have different strengths and by teaching others younger than us, I feel like it builds community. The in-person, face-to-face, heart-to-heart, learning. I hope someone can glean some useful information from Saturday.”

There is no cost for the event.
“There will be a time for learning, worksheets to coach participants through building a monthly meal plan, and handouts to take home,”  Griffin said.
“One of the top priorities that our Local Health Equity Action Team coalition, an initiative of HBCAT, has identified in our community there is food insecurity,” said  HBCAT Executive Director Rachell Carpenter said.  “The educational event taking place on Saturday will help participants learn how to:
*Cook on a budget
*Eliminate food waste and use leftovers made into a new meal.
*Convenience vs Homemade cost and nutrition benefits
*Shop the home freezers first
*Shop by season and sales
*Make meal planning easy
*Include kids in the kitchen
About Twigs and Berries
“I started catering in March 2022 with the hope of bringing in a little extra money while still being able to stay at home,” Griffin said.   ” I thought it would be just for a couple of weeks.  When we first started we were doing ready-made meals for pickup once a week.  Then in 2023 we were almost exclusively catering events only.  We do anywhere from 10 – 200 people.”

“My husband, kids, and mom are my main helpers.  I also have a high school girl who recently has started helping me.”

Contact information for Twigs and Berries is 479-263-4059 or Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/groups/508029837448241

A Suzanne Griffin food creation. Submitted photo.

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