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Obituary of Bernice Carriger
Bernice Faye Carriger, age 89, resident of Fort Scott, KS died Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Credo Senior Living, Fort Scott. Bernice was born, along with her fraternal twin sister, Innes Mae, on October 22, 1934, in Augusta, KS to Ernest Vay and Osa Matle (Johnson) Gardner. She was raised and educated in Augusta, graduating from high school in 1952. Right out of high school, she married Jimmie Dale Ropp. They were blessed with three children, Craig Allen, Douglas Randall, and Laura Lynn, before the marriage ended.
Bernice was an extremely hard worker and known by many as a perfectionist. As a single parent, she worked tirelessly and many long hours while living in Wichita to support and provide for her children.
If Bernice taught her children anything it was to love the Lord and have a strong work ethic. She always led by example! Bernice loved people and they loved her. She was a great cook and was extremely generous with her family and anyone in need.
On November 13, 1965, Bernice married Richard E. Carriger. They were married for 51 years before Richard passed away in 2016. Richard and his new family were transferred with KG & E to Fort Scott, KS in 1966. Darren Scott Carriger was born in 1967. Shortly after, Bernice went to work as a dental assistant for Dr. James Taylor. She worked there for 28 years before going to work for General Anesthesia Services as the office manager. She finished her career there, working for Bob Carillo, Will Guilfoyle, and Randy Braswell, happily working until the age of 80.
Bernice considered shopping as her mission in life. Special thanks to her shopping buddies, Carolyn Wenderott, Rita Schroeder, Patty Hutchison, and daughter-in-law, Missy Carriger.
She moved to Credo Senior Living in January of 2018. The staff there provided excellent care to Bernice until her passing. The family wishes to especially thank Betty Allen, Joni Hall, PersianCallahan, Irene Burton and Terri Cox for their loving attention and care over the past six years.
Bernice is survived by four children, Craig and Doug (Patty) Ropp of Fort Scott, Laura (Bill) Dalton of Parsons, KS, and Darren (Missy) Carriger of Osawatomie, KS. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren, twenty-six great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Rick Carriger, and three sisters, Helen Spivey, Dorie Shryock and Innes Wike, and daughter-in-law Elaine Ropp.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, January 26th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Graveside committal services will take place at 1:30 PM at the U. S. National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 11:00 Friday prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.
Elvis Tribute Artist Coming to Fort Scott February 17
Featuring
Jeff Bergen is one of the most exciting and talked about
Elvis Tribute Artists. More detail at https://www.facebook.com/elvisentertainmentkc/ and https://jeffbergen.com/Reviews.html
530 – Happy Hour with Cash Bar with background music
Charcuterie Cup appetizers
Elvis-Themed Silent Auction
630 – Dinner with background music
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Breast & Herb Crusted Lemon Pepper Pork Tenderloin
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans Almondine
Rolls with butter (thank you Connie Conroy!)
730 – Dessert with background music
Elvis-favorites
-Peanut Butter & Banana Dessert Cups
-Pineapple Upside Down Cake Cups
-Donut Wall (Elvis LOVED Donuts)
Taylor Swift Tribute This Saturday in Fort Scott’s Memorial Hall
Tell Your Kids and Grandkids! Tickets at https://advanceboco.
Legislative Update by State Senator Caryn Tyson
January 19, 2024
Tax relief was debated and passed both chambers. A bipartisan vote sent Conference Committee Report (CCR) 2284 on its way to the Governor’s desk. Before the House voted on the CCR, she announced she will veto it. If she does veto CCR 2284, she’ll stop major tax cuts on:
- Income tax relief for ALL
- Eliminates state income taxes for over 340,000 low income tax filers
- Eliminates state income tax on Social Security helping over 92,000 people
- Standard deduction increases each year that inflation increases
- Personal income tax exemption increase to $2,300 per person and increases to offset inflation
- Veterans with 100% disability personal exemption increase to $4600 with inflation increases
- Eliminates income tax on all income up to $6,150 ($12,300 married filing jointly) and levels the brackets to 5.25 for taxable income
- Property tax relief for homeowners that increases each year to offset inflation
- Eliminates the state sales tax on groceries in 2024, instead of 2025
CCR 2284 will provide much needed tax relief and is sustainable. These are ideas that have been diligently and thoroughly vetted. In fact, most of the policy was passed last year and vetoed by the Governor. The veto override failed by one vote in the Senate. Some believe that it will happen again. There is over $3 billion sitting in the state coffers. The government has taken too much money from the people. CCR 2284 will cut taxes and help Kansans.
The Governor has proposed tax legislation, but it doesn’t have the tax cut for the 340,000 low income taxpayers; it doesn’t cut income taxes for all Kansans; it doesn’t provide more relief to our 100% disabled veterans; it doesn’t fight against inflation and cost living increases. Remember, in 2021 the Governor vetoed tax cuts, calling them reckless and said they would break the state. We overrode the veto. The tax cuts didn’t break the state and neither will CCR 2284.
It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your 12th District State Senator.
Caryn
Kansas Renewable Energy Projects Announced
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Kansas Director Christy Davis today announced that Rural Development is investing $2.8 million in renewable energy projects to lower energy bills, boost energy production and create jobs.
“Rural Development is helping farmers, ranchers and small businesses be a part of the clean energy economy and directly benefit from it,” Director Davis said. “These investments expand renewable energy infrastructure and save Kansans money on their energy costs that can be invested back into their businesses and communities.”
The details of the Kansas projects are:
- A $79,960 grant will help purchase and install two 15 kilowatt (kW) wind turbines for Viets Brothers Inc. of Girard. The project is expected to generate 71,699 kilowatt hours (kWh) per year, 100 percent of the company’s electrical usage and enough to power 6.7 homes.
- A $43,800 grant will help purchase and install a 15 kW wind turbine for Blevins Farms Inc. of Highland. The project is expected to generate 37,337 kWh per year, 100 percent of the company’s electrical usage and enough electricity to power 3.5 homes.
- A $22,300 grant will help purchase and install a 16.28 kW solar photovoltaic system for Casey Andersen of Gove County. This project will realize $2,335 per year in savings and will replace 21,358 kWh, enough energy to power two homes.
- A $39,800 grant will help purchase and install a 15 kW wind turbine for Gene Moritz of Greely County. This project will realize $3,424 per year in savings and will replace 35,124 kWh, enough electricity to power three homes.
- A $1,000,000 grant will help install an anaerobic digester to produce biomethane gas for Rio Vista Farms LLC of Hamilton County. This project will generate an estimated 80,286 Million British Thermal Units (MMBtu) per year.
- A $1,000,000 grant will help install an anaerobic digester to produce biomethane gas for Frontier Dairy LLC in Hamilton County. This project will generate an estimated 84,629 MMBtu per year.
- A $98,720 grant will help purchase and install a 149 kW solar array for Mackey & Sons Inc. of Newton. The project is estimated to replace 187,991 kWh per year, enough energy to power 17 homes. Mackey & Sons Inc. currently has 22 employees.
- A $100,728 grant will help purchase and install a 180 kW solar array for Bold LLC in Hutchinson. This project is estimated to replace 158,385 kWh per year, enough energy to power 14 homes. Bold LLC currently has 85 employees.
- A $25,182 grant will help purchase and install a 13.5 kW solar array for Mid Kansas Marine and RV Inc. of Hutchinson. This project is estimated to replace 19,068 kWh per year, enough energy to power one home. Mid Kansas Marine & RV currently has eight employees.
- A $216,000 grant will help purchase and install a 180 kW solar array for Ade-Wifco Steel Products Inc. of Hutchinson. This project is estimated to replace 277,933kWh per year, enough energy to power 26 homes. Ade-Wifco Steel Products currently has ten employees.
- A $162,845 grant will help purchase and install a 175 kW solar array for Board of Trade Management LLC of Salina. This project is estimated to replace 237,078 kWh per year, enough energy to power 22 homes. Board of Trade Management currently has four employees.
- A $26,875 grant will help purchase and install a 15 kW wind turbine for Flat Land Farms in Wichita County. This project will realize $2,024 per year in savings and will replace 19,216 kWh, enough electricity to power 1.5 homes.
Please see the attached press release for full details. If you would like an interview with Kansas Director Christy Davis, call 785 207-1171.
Allen Pickert
Public Affairs Specialist
State office, Rural Development
United States Department of Agriculture
FSCC Board of Trustees Board Meeting Canceled for This Evening
Tonight’s Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees board meeting is being canceled due to a lack of quorum.
Jeff Armstrong: New Realtor in Fort Scott
Jeff Armstrong obtained his real estate license in the fall of 2021. and he joined Front Door Real Estate in August of 2022.
“I look forward to assisting sellers/buyers through the quagmire of home real estate,” he said. “Besides children, home ownership is one of the largest and possibly most stressful financial responsibilities for adults. My purpose as a real estate agent is to work alongside the client to facilitate transactions, clarify areas of uncertainty, listen and identify the client’s needs/wants, and create an atmosphere of trust.”
“There are many high-quality realtors in Fort Scott, so I am constantly reading, listening, and learning to provide the exceptional service clients deserve,” he said.
“My original purpose of getting my license revolved around owning and managing a piece of commercial real estate in town, however, like many short-term goals, I pivoted,” he said.
“I run and operate a pressure washing business (Armstrong Pressure Washing) out of Fort Scott and did some work for Jared (Leek) back in early 2022,” he said. “We were just talking and I mentioned I recently earned my real estate license and he graciously asked if I would have interest in joining Front Door.”
“The wealth of knowledge and expertise at Front Door Real Estate made the decision simple,” he said. “I am spoiled to be a part of such an amazing group of professionals. Real estate transactions do demand a certain level of knowledge and problem-solving, but can be wasted without trust, integrity, and communication. Much like any service profession, real estate is fueled by relationships.”
“Housing markets go up and down, but how we work for our clients supersedes those events and smooths out the rough times and enhances the joyous moments.”
When asked what his community involvement/hobbies/interests are:
“As each day passes, I find that my faith in Jesus Christ becomes more and more important to me and all that I do should be done to glorify His holy name. With kids in middle school and high school, most of my extra time revolves around them and their engagements. I also own and operate my pressure washing business during the spring/summer/fall months.”
“I am supported and encouraged by my gorgeous wife Jamie and blessed with my two children, Kendal and Jax,” he said. “My parents, Steve and Janet, provide me wisdom and encouragement even as an adult.”
Contact Info: 620-224-3036, [email protected], Facebook @jeffarmstrong-realtor, 113 S. Main Street
Fort Scott City Hall Is Closed Today. January 22
City Hall will be closed today due to icy conditions. Thank you,
Brad Matkin
City Manager
City of Fort Scott
Bo Co Courthouse Closed, Commission Meeting Rescheduled for January 23
Due to the icy road conditions the courthouse will be closed today, so tonight’s meeting has been rescheduled for tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. Attached is the agenda for the Bourbon County Commission Meeting for Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
Submitted by
Jennifer Hawkins
Bourbon County Clerk
210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
Phone: 620-223-3800 Ext. 191
Fax: 620-223-5832
Agenda for the Bourbon County Commission on January 23
Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
Nelson Blythe
1st District Commissioner
Jim Harris, Chairman
2nd District Commissioner
Clifton Beth
3rd District Commissioner
Bourbon County Commission Agenda 210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
January 23, 2024 5:30 p.m.
- Call Meeting to Order
- Flag Salute
- Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes from 1/8/2024
- Approval of Payroll Totaling $290,106.71
- Approval of Accounts Payable Totaling $539,504.23
- Approval of November Financials
- Public Comments
- Department Updates
- Public Works
- CFO
- County Clerk
- Jennifer Hawkins, County Clerk
- Selection of Chairman 2024
- Audit Contract
- REDI/Legacy Health Announcement
- Justin Meeks-Executive Session KSA 75-4319(b)(4)
- Commission Comments
- Adjourn Meeting
Executive Session Justifications:
KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the
attorney-client relationship.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the
representative(s) of the body or agency.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual proprietorships
KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(12) to discuss matters relating to the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting
would jeopardize such security measures.
BYOB by Carolyn Tucker
Keys to the Kingdom
By Carolyn Tucker
Everybody thinks of BYOB as “Bring Your Own Bottle,” but I’m not. Nor am I referring to it as “Bring Your Own Baboon” or “Bring Your Own Bassoon.” Nope, I’m thinking of “Bring Your Own Bible.“ When I was a young girl, an older gentleman in the church once said to me, “I can look in the pages of someone’s Bible and tell you what they believe because of the scriptures they’ve underlined.” I’ve pondered his statement many times as I continue to underline in my Bible 55 years later. Howard was also the same Christian man who once told me, “I love ya, but it puts an awful strain on me.”
The value in reading and studying the Bible is not to argue theology, but to learn how to live out God‘s design for our everyday lives. We are to renew our mind every day by reading, meditating, and practicing God’s Word. It’s a choice. After we decide to follow Jesus, the decision-making process has only just begun. “I am constantly renewed in the spirit of my mind [having a fresh mental and spiritual attitude] and I put on the new nature (the regenerate self) created in God’s image, [Godlike] in true righteousness and holiness” (Ephesians 4:23-24 AMP.) “I put on” is a choice.
I stand in my closet and choose the clothes I’m going to put on. I stand in front of the bathroom mirror and make up my mind as to whether I’ll put on makeup. We make minor preparations for the day and often neglect the major ones that matter the most. In the morning, we sometimes forget to make up our mind to be Godlike. And then wonder with regret that evening why we blew our stack, spewed out unkind words, and didn’t act a thing like Jesus. It’s really not a good idea to try to put our life together without referencing the official Instruction Manual.
Sneakers or sandals, button-up or T-shirt, we’re constantly making choices. No one is holding a gun to our head to get us to put on the nature of Christ every day. It’s our call. Apostle Peter invites us to holy living when he writes, “So think clearly and exercise self-control….So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn’t know any better then. But now you must be holy in everything you do…” (1 Peter 1:13-15 NLT.) In order to stay alert and obey God, we must know what He says. Everything we need to know is provided in the pages of His Word. It’s our user’s guide for “How to be Holy” in all of our conduct and manner of living. Nothing is left out in the tall order to “Be holy in everything you do.”
Consecrated followers of Christ are instructed to be holy, which is living a dedicated life to God and being devoted to His service. It’s the ongoing practice of individuals being set apart to God and aiming for moral and spiritual excellence. God never tells us to be something that’s impossible. Apparently, it’s possible to be holy. So knowing and practicing His Word guards against ignorance and helps us in our walk with Christ on the highway of holiness.
The Key: BYOB to church and underline in it. Then when you’re gone, the next generation can read it and be reminded of what you believed.