Letter to the Editor by Loreta Jent
Dear Editor:
“Wine promises one thing – delivers another”, a quote from a recovering alcoholic. “No matter what problem you’re trying to mask or fix…..alcohol will always ensure you end up with MORE of what you don’t want.”
Ethanol, the alcohol that is in all alcoholic beverages and which is burned in engines, is a toxic poison to the body. The wine industry did a smart move, financially on their part, when it “married” the health industry several years ago.
April’s Alcohol Awareness Month is a good time to be reminded that by volume there is more ethyl alcohol in wine than in beer. To explain, each average serving of the following contain the same amount of alcohol, ½ ounce: 1-2 oz Cocktail; 3-5 oz. Wine; 12 oz. Beer; 12 oz. Wine Cooler. NO ALCOHOLIC DRINK IS SAFE!
According to researchers, such as Samuele Bacchiocchi and David R. Brumbelow, the word “wine” in the Bible is a generic word that has several meanings such as fresh grape juice, molasses, raisins, and fermented alcoholic wine. The meaning of the word must be determined by the context of the scripture.
There is one verse that speaks clearly and is easy to understand from Proverbs 20:1: “Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is deceived by them is not wise.”
Sincerely,
Mrs. Loreta Jent, Education Director
National Woman’s Christian Temperance Union
Bourbon County Commission Agenda for April 13
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 1st Floor County Courthouse
210 S National Avenue
April 13, 2023, 9:00 AM
- Call Meeting to Order
- Flag Salute and Prayer
- Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes from 4/6/2023 and 4/11/2023
- Department Updates
- Public Works Director
- 9:15-Public Opening of Hay Bids
- 9:25-Public Opening of Trailer Bids
- 9:30 CORE Communities Zoom Presentation with Deb Factor
- Susan Bancroft-Executive Session KSA 75-4319 (b)(2)
- Public Comments
- Commission Comments
- Meeting Adjourn
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.
Fort Scott – Bourbon County JOB FAIR
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Star Wars Fans, Celebrate May the Fourth at the Library
Submitted photo.
Submitted by Valetta Cannon, Youth Librarian & Asst. Director at Fort Scott Public Library
Each year, across the globe, fans of the Star Wars franchise celebrate on May the Fourth, chosen as a spinoff of the phrase “May the Force be with you.” On May 4th, commonly known as Star Wars Day, Valetta Cannon (known to local kids as Miss Val) invites fans of all ages to come celebrate at the Fort Scott Public Library. The library will present film screenings, snacks, crafts, games, a selfie station, and other activities in the event room, from 10 am to 4 pm. Activities will be self-directed, although Miss Val will come and join participants when possible. Fans are invited to come in costume and to have library staff take their photos in front of the new backdrop. This event is free and open to the public.
Celebrate Earth Day at the Library on Maker Monday
Fort Scott Public Library
Youth Librarian & Assistant Director. Submitted photo.
Submitted by Valetta Cannon, Youth Librarian & Asst. Director at Fort Scott Public Library
Join Miss Val at Fort Scott Public Library on April 17 at 4:15 pm for a reduce, reuse, and recycle-themed Maker Monday.
Attendees will choose from a wide variety of cardboard pieces and recyclables to create anything they can imagine.
Utilize the library’s maker cart and art supplies to make art, engineer a motion-powered machine, create something functional, or make a piece that no one has dreamt of before.
Enjoy snacks and bottled water to keep your creative juices flowing.
This will be the final Maker Monday of the school year. The program is free and open to the public.
Bo Co Republicans Meet April 19
Bourbon County Republican Central Committee will meet:
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
6 pm
Empress Event Center, 7 N Main, Ft Scott
All Republicans & Independents cordially invited
Debbie Martin, Correspondence Secretary
FSCC Seeking to Upgrade Nursing Department
Fort Scott Community College is currently discussing with Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas about acquiring the building at 8th and Horton Streets for the future nursing department of the school.
“As with any acquisition, the details must be worked through and it definitely does not happen quickly,” Adam Borth, FSCC Vice President of Academic Affairs said. “I believe our goal at this time is to be moved and have the facility operational for the spring 2024 semester.”
“For the building purchase, our plan is to utilize a 10 year lease-purchase agreement with CHC, operating within the current budget,” Borth said. “We have funds graciously donated to FSCC from the Snyder family for the nursing program. We will utilize those private donor funds to complete the remodel and upgrades. Our plan at this point is utilize the FSCC maintenance department to complete the majority of the remodel.”
The current building located at 8th and Burke Streets “is a very solidly built facility, however, it is has many upgrades needed,” Borth said.
An example, he said is the heating/air conditioning system that needs a complete overhaul. “Bid estimates a couple years ago all came in near seven figures, if not over.”
FSCC’s accrediting body, “which ensures we are in compliance with nursing standards has also pointed out that a facility upgrade is needed,” he said.
“The new facility would also give FSCC nursing students the opportunity to receive education in a facility that is conducive to learning and provide an excellent experience we strive for and the students deserve,” he said.
The Current Program
“Our nursing program right now sets around 40-50 admitted students, with many more in pre-nursing (working to meet the requirements to receive admission to the program)” Borth said.
The COVID 19 Pandemic affected the program.
“Our enrollment decreased, as expected, after spring 2020,” he said. “The profession has seen a shift since then as well, with many getting out of the healthcare field. This has exacerbated the impact on the shortage of instructors for us and other nursing programs.”
“Because of the shortage of practicing nurses, the pay in the field far exceeds what institutions can offer for instructors,” Borth said. “It creates a difficult environment for recruiting qualified applicants, who also must possess a master’s degree within six years of being hired.”
There is a benefit for those that do choose higher education.
Those working in higher education, such as nursing instructors at the college level, have a more “appealing…work-life balance,” he said.
FSCC Luncheon is April 26
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The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports April 12
U235 Board Minutes of April 10
Unapproved minutes.
UNIONTOWN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 235
Uniontown, Kansas 66779
REGULAR MEETING April 10, 2023
The Board of Education of Uniontown Unified School District 235, State of Kansas, met in regular session on Monday,
April 10, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. in the BOE Meeting Room, Uniontown, Kansas.
Board members present: Jason Sutterby, Sally Johnson, Mike Mason, Troy Goodridge,Tyler Martin,Josh Hartman,and Brian Stewart
Others present for all or portions of the meeting: Vance Eden, Sherri Hartman, Tracy Smith, Tema Gilion, Rhonda Hoener, Jenny Covey, Scott Sutton, Tim Endicott, Heather Herring, Kaytlin Herring
President Jason Sutterby called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Sutterby then led the group in the flag salute.
Superintendent Eden read the District Mission Statement.
Hartman, seconded by Martin, made a motion to approve the agenda with the changes of Strike VII: Executive Session –
Student; Add Action Item IV: Construction Manager At Risk (CMAR).
Motion passed 7-0.
Mason, seconded by Martin, made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 20, 2023 Regular meeting with the
correction of Eden reading the District Mission Statement.
Motion passed 7-0.
Johnson, seconded by Hartman, made a motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
Motion passed 7-0
A. Approve payment of bills in the amount of $395,699.35.
B. Approve the March 2023 Treasurer Report.
C. Approve Early Graduation requests.
D. Approve KSDE Legal Membership for 2023-2024. ($2750.00)
E. Approve KASB Membership for 2023-2024. ($9,552.24)
No patron addressed the board.
Superintendent Eden gave written and oral reports to the board on Bond planning and the Construction Manager AtRisk.
Principal’s Smith and Gilion gave written and oral reports to the board.
Martin, seconded by Hartman, made a motion to approve publication of the Notice of Intent for Construction Manager
atRisk Services (CMAR) and to have a SPECIAL meeting on April 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. for public input.
Motion passed 7-0
Uniontown USD 235 – Regular Meeting – April 10, 2023 – Page 2
Johnson, seconded by Mason, made a motion to go into executive session to discuss an individual’s performance pursuant
to non-elected personnel exception under KOMA and the open meeting will resume in the boardroom at 8:45 p.m.
Motion passed 7-0.
Into Executive Session at 8:35 p.m.
Eden was invited into session.
Out of Executive Session at 8:45 p.m.
Mason, seconded by Martin, made a motion to go into executive session to discuss the latest proposal for increasing the
base pay rate from the teachers pursuant to the exception for employer-employee negotiations under KOMA, and the open
meeting will resume in the boardroom at 8:55 p.m.
Motion passed 7-0.
Into Executive Session at 8:45 p.m.
Eden was invited into session.
Out of Executive Session at 8:55 p.m.
Mason, seconded by Hartman, made a motion to accept the resignation of Jacy Walker as UJHS Head Girls basketball
coach.
Motion passed 7-0.
Johnson, seconded by Mason, made a motion to accept the resignation of Linda Sprague as UHS/UJHS Cook.
Motion passed 7-0.
Johnson, seconded by Goodridge, made a motion to accept the retirement of Betty Dennis and to thank her for her many
years of service to the district.
Motion passed 7-0.
Martin, seconded by Hartman, made a motion to accept the resignation of Hannah Blevins as WBE 1st grade teacher for
2023-2024.
Motion passed 7-0.
Mason, seconded by Martin, made a motion to approve Lakyn Coyan as 1st grade teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.
Motion passed 7-0
Martin, seconded by Johnson, made a motion to approve Alex Chesney as WBE Music Teacher for 2023-2024.
Motion passed 7-0.
Martin, seconded by Hartman, made a motion to approve Ian Ballinger as UHS Social Science teacher for the 2023-2024
school year.
Motion passed 7-0.
Uniontown USD 235 – Regular Meeting – April 10, 2023 – Page 3
Mason, seconded by Martin, made a motion to read the Final Action of Non Renewal.
Motion passed 5-2. (Hartman, Goodridge)
Mason read the Final Action of Nonrenewal for Jeff Feagins.
Mason, seconded by Martin, made a motion to adjourn.
Motion passed 7-0.
Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Date minutes approved ______________________
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President, Board of Education
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Attested: Clerk, Board of Education
Special Board Meeting (Notice of Intent for Construction Manager AtRisk will be Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
Next board meeting will be Monday, May 8, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
Olympic Gold Medalist Billy Mills at Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes April 12
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