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New Auto Detail Business Owner Follows His Passion
Chance Gosewisch (pronounced Go-switch), 25, started his auto detailing business in May 2022, called Prestige Auto Spa & Ceramic Coatings.
He offers professional auto detailing, specializing in paint correction, ceramic coatings, interior detailing, waxing, paint sealants, headlight restoration, LED installment according to his Facebook page. And he is willing to tackle marine, RV, SXS’s, quads and motorcycle coatings/corrections
“I started this business because God had placed it on my heart to follow my passion and what fuels my soul,” Gosewisch said. “I love cars and have always had a passion for them. I especially love taking care of them and preserving their beauty and sharing my passion with others.”
“I am professionally licensed, trained and certified as well, through a prestigious school with elite leaders in this industry,” he said.
The business is offering a Father’s Day special on Facebook for the days up to Father’s Day, June 19.
Gosewisch said he can make a dad or husband’s day special by getting rid of scratches, stained seats or carpet or renewing worn out leather seat.
Contact Goswisch at
Pay Attention to the Floor Mats by Patty LaRoche
For six days Dave and I had driven our mini-van in Mexico and never noticed that our floor mats were not ours. These were thin and shredded in spots—clearly not the nice, thick ones we had paid extra for when we purchased the vehicle four years ago.
The only explanation was they had been replaced at the car wash—one we frequent regularly—the previous week. Dave had gone alone and had sat outside under an umbrella while attendants dried our car. When he checked their work, he noticed the shiny dashboard and nice buffing job on the car’s exterior but paid no attention to the floor.
Predictably, Hubby relied on his “I speaka no Spanish” excuse. “We need to go back there, Patty,” he said, “and you need to tell them that they gave us the wrong floor mats.” Thanks to Google translate, that was no problema. I explained to the manager what had happened. He took our floor mats, walked to the back of the store and returned with others we didn’t recognize. I understood a few words like “tomorrow” and “10:00” and “check the cameras,” so the next morning, I drove back to the carwash. This time I was told to wait until Gabriel, a senior manager, met me there. Perhaps he and I would look at the cameras together?
Gabriel spoke little English, but when I questioned the cameras, he said—at least, I think he said—that the security company had the code to view the tapes, and it was impossible to reach the people who worked there. Hmmm. He asked to look inside my mini-van. Since they had failed to remove the mat in the trunk of our vehicle, he could see the quality of the ones we were missing. He assured me that there were three stores in Mazatlán that “probably” carried them.
They didn’t, but Gabriel’s subsequent text was a pleasant surprise. If I came by the car wash at noon the next day, they would give me $140 in U.S. dollars. I told Dave that he needed to go with me because I probably was going to be abducted and tortured, but he told me that he had confidence I could handle myself just fine. I mean, how sweet is that?
The fact that I am writing this article tells you nothing happened to me. I drove up, the manager handed me the cash, apologized, and I drove home. When I shared my story with a girlfriend who lives in Mazatlán, she said that the same thing happened to her husband on three different occasions. Three times? I mean, one time was enough. Never again will I get into my vehicle at a car wash without looking at my floor mats…and after reading this article, you probably won’t either.
Not a life-and-death matter, of course, and this one was resolved, but it reminded me of another area where I take things for granted…and sometimes not even three times is sufficient to get my attention. In Hebrews 2:1, Paul warns us of such danger: We must pay closer attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. Paul is not talking to those who never accept Jesus as their Lord; he is talking to Christians who don’t learn their lesson the first time and heed the little things that then cause them problems.
One Sunday on the golf course instead of at church turns into weekends of buddy- time. One time talking behind the boss’s back starts a rumor mill that won’t be stopped. One peek at a porn sight leads to an addiction that ruins a marriage. One excuse after another finding no time to read the Bible or talk with God causes a faith to back-slide
Not paying attention to floor mats is not the end of the world. Not paying attention to our faith, however? That’s an entirely different story.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports June 10
Obituary of Tommy Yow
Tommy Lee Yow, age 72, of Joplin, Missouri, passed away peacefully with his daughter and oldest grandson holding his hands June 6th, 2022, at Medicalodge in Butler, MO.
Tommy was born in Winston-Salem, NC on July 26th, 1949. He graduated with Parkland class of 1967. After graduating he made a career in the U.S. Air Force. Tommy enjoyed his many tours overseas including a tour in Thailand, Saudi Arabia, two tours in Germany, and several state side assignments. He then proudly retired as a Master Sargent.
Tommy had a big heart for his dachshunds and cats. He enjoyed going to eat his favorite meal, breakfast at Bob Evans, Cracker Barrel, and IHOP with family and friends. He loved watching Hallmark Christmas movies, and the tv series Monk. Tommy was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, and sports in general. He enjoyed walking around Joplin, and even stopping to help defenseless turtles in the road.
Survivors include his daughter Melissa and husband Byron West of Nevada, MO, and son Mike Yow of Oronogo, MO; grandchildren, Jake (Taylor) Brasfield, Caleb Splitter, Connor (Lauren) West, Hailey Bogardus and husband Clayton, Savannah Yow, Jackson West, Sophia and Seanna Yow, Adelaide West; and 6 great grandkids.
Tommy was preceded in death by his father and mother Floyd and Margaret Yow, brother Ronnie and sister Kay, nephew Christopher and daughter in law Angela Yow.
Randy Coleman will conduct funeral services at 12:00 noon on Friday, June 17th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in U. S. National Cemetery with full military honors provided by the Air Force Honor Guard.
The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 until 12:00 at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to either the Joplin Humane Society or Water Garden Ministries and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Job Openings Sought For Help Wanted Flyer
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Good Ol’ Days Parade Winners Announced
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2022 Good Ol’ Days Parade winners. The Chamber would like to thank everyone who entered and participated in the parade. The Chamber would also like to thank the many volunteers who judged, marked the line-up, or otherwise assisted with the event.
Category Winner
Float Bethel Community Baptist Church
Foot Unit Fort Scott National Historic Site Color Guard
Tractor Bluegrass Equipment
Horses George Beavers, Jeremy Morton, and Joe Morton
Classic Car Sonic Drive-In
Golf Cart Ascension Via Christi Hospital
The Chamber invites everyone to enter upcoming community parades in 2022 including the Fort Scott High School All-School Reunion Parade on Friday, June 24th (5pm), the Burke Street Parade on Monday, July 4th (10am), the Pioneer Harvest Fiesta Parade on Thursday, September 29th (6pm), the Halloween Parade Saturday, October 29th (11am), and the Christmas Parade on Tuesday, December 6th at 6pm.
Thanks again to the participants and volunteers. The Chamber organizes the Good Ol’ Days Parade, Halloween Parade and the Christmas Parade; the other parades are run by those organizations and volunteers. If you have feedback or suggestions for future parades you may contact the Chamber at (620) 223-3566 or email [email protected].
Kansas Hemp Industry Meets July 19
MANHATTAN, Kansas — The Kansas Department of Agriculture will hold an in-person meeting with a focus on the industrial hemp industry in Kansas beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 19. The stakeholder meeting will be held in the College Center Conference Room on the K-State Salina campus at 2310 Centennial Road in Salina.
The program will feature Kansas industrial hemp producers, processors and retailers. Additional speakers include representatives from K-State Research and Extension, Kansas Farm Bureau and KDA.
The KDA Agricultural Marketing, Advocacy and Outreach Team will host the event. Their mission is to serve all Kansans through innovative programming and delivering solutions designed to create an environment that facilitates growth and expansion in agriculture while increasing pride in and awareness of the state’s largest industry — agriculture.
The meeting is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To register, go to agriculture.ks.gov/
U.S. 54 resurfaced between Yates Center and Iola
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has started a project to resurface U.S. 54 between Yates Center and Iola.
The contractor is working east from Yates Center. Flaggers and a pilot car will guide one-lane traffic through the work zone during daylight hours. Expect delays of 15 minutes or less. Weather permitting, the road work should be finished in about two months.
Shilling Construction of Manhattan is primary contractor on the $2.3 million project. Persons with questions may contact KDOT Area Engineer Troy Howard at (620) 901-6557 or Public Affairs Manager Priscilla Petersen, (620) 902-6433. Check KDOT’s updated traveler information website, www.Kandrive.org, for more road condition and construction details.
Monkeypox
Monkeypox submitted by
Rebecca Johnson BSN, RN
SEK Multi-County Health Department
Administrator/SEK Local Health Officer
*524 S. Lowman, Ft. Scott, KS 66701
P(620)223-4464 F(620)223-1686
6/9/2022
There have been 40 identified cases in the US as of 6/8/22, but none have been reported in the 4-state area so far.
What is it?
Monkeypox is a rare disease that is caused by infection with monkeypox virus. Monkeypox virus belongs to the Orthopoxvirus genus in the family Poxviridae. The Orthopoxvirus genus also includes variola virus (which causes smallpox), vaccinia virus (used in the smallpox vaccine), and cowpox virus.
Monkeypox was discovered in monkeys in 1958 and the first human case recorded was in 1970 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The natural reservoir of Monkeypox remains unknown. However, African rodents and monkeys may harbor the virus and infect people.
What are the signs and symptoms?
In humans, the symptoms of monkeypox are similar to but milder than the symptoms of smallpox. Monkeypox begins with fever, headache, muscle aches, and exhaustion. The main difference between symptoms of smallpox and monkeypox is that monkeypox causes lymph nodes to swell (lymphadenopathy) while smallpox does not. The incubation period (time from infection to symptoms) for monkeypox is usually 7−14 days but can range from 5−21 days. Within 1 to 3 days (sometimes longer) after the appearance of fever, the patient develops a rash, often beginning on the face then spreading to other parts of the body. Lesions progress through stages before falling off. The illness typically lasts for 2−4 weeks.
How does it spread?
Monkeypox spreads between people primarily through direct contact with infectious sores, scabs, or body fluids. It also can be spread by respiratory secretions during prolonged, face-to-face contact. Monkeypox can also spread during intimate contact between people.
How can I prevent Monkeypox?
- Avoid contact with animals that could harbor the virus (including animals that are sick or that have been found dead in areas where monkeypox occurs).
- Avoid contact with any materials, such as bedding, that has been in contact with a sick animal.
- Isolate infected patients from others who could be at risk for infection.
- Practice good hand hygiene after contact with infected animals or humans. For example, washing your hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when caring for patients.
JYNNEOSTM (also known as Imvamune or Imvanex) is an attenuated live virus vaccine which has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the prevention of monkeypox. On November 3, 2021, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) voted to recommend JYNNEOS pre-exposure prophylaxis as an alternative to ACAM2000 for certain persons at risk for exposure to orthopoxviruses.
What is the treatment?
Many individuals infected with monkeypox virus have a mild, self-limiting disease course in the absence of specific therapy. However, the prognosis for monkeypox depends on multiple factors such as previous vaccination status, initial health status, concurrent illnesses, and comorbidities among others. Currently there is no specific treatment approved for monkeypox virus infections. However, antivirals developed for use in patients with smallpox may prove beneficial.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, June 6). Monkeypox. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved June 9, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/index.html
Agenda for the Uniontown City Council Meeting June 14
CALL TO ORDER AT ________ by _____________________________
ROLL CALL:
___ Jess Ervin ___ Danea Esslinger ___ Josh Hartman ___ Amber Kelly ___ Bradley Stewart
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/PROJECTS
Ruritan Bathroom Project, Skeet George –
CITIZENS REQUESTS
FINANCIAL REPORT
Charlene Bolinger – Financial reports
APPROVE CONSENT AGENDA
- Minutes of May 10, 2022 Regular Council Meeting and May 25, 2022 Worksession
- Treasurers Report, Monthly Transaction Report & Accounts Payables
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Superintendent: Bobby Rich
Hydrant at fire station
Codes Enforcement: Doug Coyan
Clerk Report: Sally Johnson
MOU for Healthy Bourbon County Action Team Placemaking Grant
Region H Hazard Mitigation Resolution No 2022-0614-1
Copier maintenance agreement renewal
Budget Worksession
Independence Day Bash – July 1 this year, not July 3
Citywide yard sales
COUNCIL & COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilman Ervin –
Councilwoman Esslinger –
Councilman Hartman –
Councilwoman Kelly –
Councilman Stewart–
Mayor Jurgensen –
OLD BUSINESS
Pond Improvement Project – open bids at 7PM.
American Rescue Plan Act update–
Street Repair –
NEW BUSINESS
Attachments:
MOU-City Park Enhancement Project
Draft Accessory Building Ordinance
Bourbon County Commission Minutes of May 31
May 31, 2022, Tuesday 9:00 am
The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all three Commissioners and the
County Clerk present.
Matt Crystal, Donald Coffman, Anne Dare, Susan Bancroft, Pete Allen, Alan Drake, Bill Martin,
Kevin Davidson, and Robert Harrington were present for some or all of the meeting.
Clifton made a motion to accept previous meeting minutes. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Eric Bailey presented a form for signature for a culvert that was approved in a previous meeting.
The address of the culvert is 1941 Jayhawk, Ryan Coon. He will be installing following our
policies and procedures. Eric gave updates on road conditions with all the rain. They are
starting to see several sink holes with culverts blowing out. We are making a list and dealing
with them as we can. We are out pothole patching today. 205th & Kansas in the ditch there is a
hole that has shown up. When the rain subsides we will do some exploring and see what is going
on. We have ordered more chemicals. Last year we came to you regarding an F750 for our
special bridge that will be coming up for sale from Kansas City. I’m asking that you give me
authority to bid on it when it comes up for sale. Eric estimated he thought it would be priced at
$40,000 or $50,000.00. Clifton clarified that this purchase would be with funds that are already
budgeted for. Jim made a motion to allow Eric to move forward with the purchase of 2012 F750
using general practices on the price. Clifton seconded. All approved.
Eric will be gone on
vacation next week. Dustin will be in charge. Jim asked to check on a tree covering a stop sign
off of 54 going south on 240th. Clifton stated that there is a tractor and three trucks at the
hospital that Eric could use for Road & Bridge. The other two commissioners agreed.
Clifton made a motion for executive session KSA 75-4319(b)(4) to discuss data relating to
financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust, and individual
proprietorships including three commissioners, Justin Meeks and Susan Bancroft for 10 minutes
returning at 9:14am. Lynne seconded. All approved. Clifton made a motion to return to normal
session at 9:14am with no action. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Susan Bancroft spoke on behalf of Deb Needleman stating that Bourbon County Senior Citizens
has received $45,600.00 in the past. They have lost their funding from United Way which was
$10,000.00 per year. Therefore, they are asking for an additional $10,000.00 this year in their
budget. They do programs like Meals on Wheels and subsidized transportation. Jim asked what
happened to the United Way funding. Susan said she knew United Way has changed. Jim also
asked if the city of Fort Scott funds this. Susan stated no.
Justin Meeks gave an update on taxes for 2017 & 2018. Demand letters went out last week for
2018. Collections are going pretty well. Properties in Fort Scott will be presented to the Land
Bank on June 13th.
Susan Bancroft requested an executive session. Clifton made a motion for an executive session
KSA 75-4319(b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect
their privacy for 20 minutes including 3 commissioners, Susan Bancroft and Justin Meeks returning at 9:38am. Clifton made a motion to return to normal session at 9:38am with no
action. Lynne seconded. All approved.
Shane Walker – CIO: No comment
Public Comment: Anne Dare thanks the commissioners for going to Garland for a commission
meeting and asked if there were any plans for more evening meetings. Commissioners stated
they would work on the schedule for that.
Anne asked concerning the shooting in Uvalde TX
has there been any conversation about moving forward with school security in our districts. Jim
stated that as a grandparent he has met with two school board members and there is discussion
with reviving group meetings with the new superintendent, sheriff and city police. Anne asked
about ARPA funds or any other grant money that maybe could be used for security. That would
be a question better answered by the school.
Pete Allen stated that there is a new structure being placed in Marco Estates that doesn’t appear
to be in line with our protective covenant. The building is a house trailer and the minimum
requirements are 1,050 sq feet. I don’t believe that structure is that big. Also have a problem
with a high pressure gas line on that property. When you apply the rules and regulations of
setback lines, there isn’t anywhere on that property that you could build a 1,050-foot structure
and be off of the property lines with the required distance. Also, he is hearing that the person
that is going to move in there is going to start an automobile rebuilding business in the backyard
which is against the covenants. I need some guidance on where to go from here. Lynne asked if
Pete had spoken with Matt Quick, our Appraiser. Pete said no that he had just learned this
information. Matt stated that his department would have nothing to do with the gas lines. He
said his guys had been out there and told them what needs to be done as far as a septic system.
Justin Meeks said he would need to check with Lora in the Deeds Office to see if the covenants
are on all deeds. Justin stated that according to the covenant put in place in 1968 was for 30
years then another 10 years. The enforcement arm is the people of the homeowners association.
The majority of the people of the subdivision has to write this person who they believe is in
violation and move forward with the damages. Justin stated that in what he is reading it could be
that this ended in 2008 possibly. It isn’t real clear. Clifton said it sounds like a civil suit where
others in the subdivision would have to file a civil suit. Justin stated that he is not giving legal
advice.
Alan Drake thanked the commissioners for what they do. He stated he worked with Susan a long
time ago and she is doing a good job. He lives in Marco Estates and they have some work and
research to do but thank you for listening.
Commission Comment: Lynne stated that they had a good Memorial Day. Jim stated that he
spent time at the LaRoche field. Lots of people in Fort Scott and Bourbon County. Very good
outing. I spoke with some of them and they are staying in and eating in our restaurants and that’s
good for our community. Anne Dare asked if there was some way to gauge what something like
that brings in. Susan Bancroft stated there is a tool that Rob Harrington can help you with. Jim
Harris mentioned it’s Good Ol’ Days this weekend. Lynne asked the community to bear with us
as we try to keep the roads in shape with all the rain we’ve had. Clifton stated that Covid is back
so be careful. We probably won’t know the full scope because people are home testing and not reporting in so they won’t have to quarantine.
Clifton also stated that every budget request that
has come through so far has asked for an increase with some asking for 20% increase. Where do
they think the money is coming from? Times are tough. Everyone needs to tighten up. I would
have a hard time approving anything that is an increase. I’m not in favor of raising taxes.
Jim stated that he too is not going to approve any increases in budgets this year. I would like to
lower the mill levy again this year. I would encourage other taxing entities to tighten their
budgets as well. Clifton stated that these other taxing entities need to be called out. I’m tired of
us taking all the blame. There are two other big taxing entities in our county and one of them is
setting on a bunch of ESSR funds and another is buying buildings at a rapid rate. We do things
wrong, too but the public is struggling to pay bills we can’t just give money away. Jim stated we
all have to work together to make things better. Clifton stated that we need to try to reduce the
taxpayer’s burden as much as possible but with that, there is a good possibility that services may
be reduced also. The two other commissioners agreed.
Bill Martin stated that the new superintendent for Fort Scott and also a new superintendent for
Uniontown. We have spoken with the superintendent in Uniontown and have another meeting
with him tomorrow. One thing that was brought up in regards to financing of the SRO since the
grant will be expiring so we are opening up the dialogue of what can be done. I request the
agenda be amended. I put in a request last week in regards to the retirement of one of our K9
dogs and the contract to sign that dog off. We signed him over to one of the deputies. I’ve
already presented the contract to Justin earlier this morning. It came to light that Susan wasn’t
included in receiving a copy of the request and contract. Jim asked that the contract be tabled
until next week which would allow Susan and Justin time to review to see if there is any
financial or liability issues. Bill stated that he felt this was a conversation between elected
officials. He stated he worked very diligently on the contract and he didn’t see why there needed
to be outside resources except for the council who has looked over it. Jim stated that Susan is
our CFO and HR Director and I want her to review it. I would also like Justin to have more time
to look it over to make sure there are no financial or liability issues.
At 10:13am, Clifton made a motion to adjourn. Lynne seconded. All approved.
THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
(s) Jim Harris, Chairman
(s) Lynne Oharah, Commissioner
(s) Clifton Beth, Commissioner
ATTEST:
Ashley Shelton, Bourbon County Clerk
June 7, 2022, Approved Date