Richard Wayne “Ricky” Peoples, Jr., age 36, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kanss, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023, at his home. He was born March 24, 1987, in Ft. Scott, the son of Richard Wayne Peoples Sr. and Cynthia Jean Page Peoples. Ricky graduated from the Ft. Scott High School. Throughout his life, Ricky worked at a variety of odd jobs including lawn care. He enjoyed going to stockcar races and tractor pulls. Many memories were made traveling throughout the country with his family.
Ricky will be lovingly remembered by his many family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother.
Following cremation, a private burial will take place at a later date in the Evergreen Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, Kansas. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Lawrence “Randy” Burns, Jr., 58, resident of Fort Scott, passed away Thursday afternoon, August 17, 2023. He was born September 26, 1964, in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of Lawrence Randall Burns, Sr. and Judith Ann (Norris) Burns.
Randy lived his life to the fullest. He loved going to concerts, fishing, and boating, He loved the Kansas City Chiefs, exploring new places, spending time with his family, and so much more. He was always so full of energy and life. He was a very strong and good-hearted man. Randy will be truly missed.
Randy is survived by his daughter, Brittany Burns; a sister, Becky Ryder, of Kansas City, Kansas; a brother, Danny Burns, of Olathe, Kansas; three grandchildren, Aleson Hill, Ajaxx Hill, Rilee Warner, and one more on the way, Gatlin Warner. He is also survived by four nephews, one niece, and three great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his life-partner, Carol “Tina” Burns.
Following cremation, the family will hold a Celebration of Life, for family and close friends at 12:00 noon at Gunn Park Friday, August 26, 2023.
Condolences may be submitted to the online guestbook at konantz-cheney.com.
Cadillac McNack was born on February, 19, 1952 to Mary Delores Lindsay (Willard) and Wallace McNack, Jr. in Kansas City, MO.
She was preceded in death by her father, Wallace McNack, Jr., mother, Mary Delores Lindsay (Willard); grandfather, Henry Lindsey, grandmother Adell Johnson; aunts, Ella Mae Lindsey (Grant) and Bernice Powell; uncles, Chester and Charles Hall. Her favorite cousins, Wanda Grant, Barbara Jo and Mike Johnson.
Cadillac was educated in the public school of Fort Scott, KS. and later attended Fort Scott Community College. She maintained employment at Key Industries Inc., after the sewing department closed she worked at the Best Western Motel.
Cadillac enjoyed her life to the fullest and was always thinking of others. She loved reading books, court TV, playing solitary and spending to with family and friends.
Cadillac leaves behind to cherish her memory her son’s Anthony and Timitri McNack (Sherry), daughter, MaWaca McNack; brothers, Wallace McNack, Marion and James Willard (Liz); grandchildren, Breonna Martinez, Jelecca McNack, Terez McNack, Damya Bagley, KyAira and Kamorra Crockett, Amitria, Tianta and Shataya McNack; great-grandchildren, Mykeyana Ackles, Messiah and Izmyel, Bryant, Tresen and Tarez Jr. McNack; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, August 25, 2023 at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will receive friends for 12:00 P.M. until service time at the chapel.
Memorial are suggested to the Cadillac McNack Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Fort Scott, KS. 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
After 38 years in the Uniontown School District, Tracy Smith, will serve as part-time West Bourbon Elementary School principal for this school year.
“I have been in education for 44 years and retired twice, but now one more year,” he said.
Smith is teaming with Anita Lightcup in principal duty-sharing.
“I’ll be on duty Monday, Tuesday and alternating Wednesdays,” he said. “Anita will be alternating Wednesday, Thursday and, Friday.”
Smith earned a Bachelor of Science from Ottawa University and a
Masters in Administration, from Pittsburg State University.
For him the greatest part of the job “is mentoring, helping and developing kids, teens, children in general to become good, productive members of our communities.”
“In comparison to ‘what it was like’ when I was a kid, or even a beginning teacher…it is a much different society….It is imperative that we create a loving, supportive environment where positive growth can happen. So, being aware of every child’s needs as they come into my building is my #1 priority, and then, I problem solve.”
Vance Eden is the Superintendent of the school district. Robert Onelio is the new principal at Uniontown Jr/Sr High School.
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to the Chamber Coffee and Ribbon Cutting Thursday, August 24th at 8am hosted by Structure by Margo located at 19 S National Ave. Coffee, juice, and light refreshments will be served in addition to a door prize drawing.
Structure by Margo is a full-service salon that consists of Owner/operator and stylist Margo Davis, stylist Lucas Runyon, stylist Jordyn Huff, stylist/nail technician Apachelynn Severance, and esthetician Avery Dorsey. They offer cuts (barbering included), color, chemical, shampoos, waxing, skin care, special occasions etc. Structure not only aims to provide exceptional professional services to the Fort Scott Community, but also wants to help recent cosmetology graduates find a salon home.
Chamber members and guests are invited to Chamber Coffee events each Thursday at 8 a.m. to network, make announcements, hear about happenings in the community as well as learn about the host business or organization.
Gordon Parks Museum is located on the campus of Fort Scott Community College.
Fort Scott, Kansas – The Gordon Parks Museum in Fort Scott, Kansas will host “Learning from
Gordon Parks,” a presentation and discussion by Ann Dean on Thursday, October 5 at
12:00p.m. at The Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center at 2108 S. Horton St.
Members of the community are invited to attend the free program. Contact the Gordon Parks Museum at
620-223-2700 ext. 5850 for more information. The program is made possible by Humanities Kansas.
This presentation and discussion are part of the 20th Annual Gordon Parks Celebration that will take place in Fort Scott, Kansas on October 5 -7, 2023. This is also a Lunch and Learn Event.
The presentation by Ann Dean is free to attend, but the lunches are only available by pre-purchase for $10 each by Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
African American author, photographer, and filmmaker Gordon Parks was well known for his documentation of American life and culture.
Born in Fort Scott, Kansas in 1912, he is one of the
most esteemed image makers of all time. In this presentation, photographer Ann Dean discusses the impact and inspiration found in Parks’s books: The Learning Tree, A Choice of
Weapons, and Half Past Autumn.
These books help illustrate Parks’s mother’s teachings centered in love, dignity, and hard work, and provide a starting point to talk about his struggles, choices, and triumphs – all great life lessons for those searching to find their way in this complicated world.
Ann Dean is an artist and freelance photographer who teaches photography classes at the Lawrence Art Center.
“Learning from Gordon Parks” is part of Humanities Kansas’s Speakers Bureau and “21st Century Civics,” a collection of resources that invite Kansans to participate in community
discussions and learn more about the history of American democracy and the shared responsibilities of citizenship. “21st Century Civics” is made possible with support from “A More
Perfect Union: America at 250,” an initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
For more information about “Learning from Gordon Parks” in Fort Scott, Kansas contact the
Gordon Parks Museum at 620-223-2700 ext. 5850 or visit gordonparkscenter.org.
About Humanities Kansas
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people of Kansas to strengthen their communities and our democracy. Since 1972, our
pioneering programming, grants, and partnerships have documented and shared stories to
spark conversations and generate insights. Together with our partners and supporters, we
inspire all Kansans to draw on history, literature, ethics, and culture to enrich their lives and
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