Deals For Veterans

Veterans Day deals and discounts

The American Legion

The following are some discounts for veterans and servicemembers for restaurants, retail outlets and recreational opportunities for Veterans Day, Nov. 11. While these have been verified, check your local franchise to be sure that they are honoring the discounts and for more information. These will be updated as more discounts become available.

RESTAURANTS

7-Eleven

https://www.7-eleven.com/promo/VAAdvantage

Free coffee or Big Gulp® on Veterans Day.

Bar Louie

https://www.barlouie.com/

Bar Louie salutes all military service members active and retired. As a thank you for your service, this Veterans Day, allow us to serve you! Wednesday, Nov. 11, Louie nation is offering a free craft burger or flatbread of your choice to all active or retired military. From our crew to yours, we thank you for your service. Must show valid ID to receive offer. Dine-in only.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse

https://www.bjsrestaurants.com/VeteransDay

All current and former military can enjoy a free entrée up to $14.95 and a free Dr. Pepper beverage on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Not valid for take-out or delivery.

Black Angus Steakhouse

https://www.blackangus.com/

From restaurant open until close, 3-9 p.m. local time, on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, Black Angus Steakhouses will offer veterans the All-American Steak Plate for just $10.99. Available for restaurant dining and takeaway orders, participating guests can expect an 8 oz. Certified Angus Beef® Top Sirloin, mashed potatoes, broccoli with garlic butter and a non-alcoholic beverage (coffee, milk, tea, or soda). All military personnel who produce a valid military ID or proof of military service are eligible to receive this special offer (one day only) – offer terms do apply. Takeaway orders can be made by calling

Bob Evans

https://www.bobevans.com/veterans-day

On Nov. 11, a special menu of seven homestyle favorites will be available to veterans and active duty military FREE at their local Bob Evans Restaurant.

Brick House Tavern + Tap

https://www.brickhousetavernandtap.com/veteransday

Veterans enjoy 20% off their meal on Veterans Day. Valid for parties up to four people with valid ID. Dine-in only.

Bubba Gump

https://www.bubbagump.com/featuring/veterans-day/

Military personnel and their families receive 20% off on Veterans Day.

California Pizza Kitchen

https://www.cpk.com/

Will be offering special menu on Veterans Day.

Centraarchy Restaurants

https://centraarchy.com/2020/10/12/centraarchy-restaurants-offers-half-o…

Veterans and active military receive 50% off on Veterans Day. Honored guests are encouraged to make reservations at centraarchy.com/reservations and bring a valid military ID or proof of service to enjoy half off any entrée from the regular dinner menu at New York Prime, California Dreaming, Chophouse New Orleans, Carolina Roadhouse, Joey D’s Oak Room, Chophouse ’47 or Gulfstream Café on Wednesday, November 11.

Chili’s

https://www.chilis.com/restaurant-events/veterans-day

All veterans and active military members can get a free meal on Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2020 at all participating Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Available for in-restaurant only. Please call ahead to your local Chili’s restaurant if you have any questions about your Veterans Day meals.

Country Kitchen

https://countrykitchenrestaurants.com/

Free Country Scramble for active and retired military on Wednesday, Nov 11. Dine in only.

Famous Dave’s

https://www.famousdaves.com/vetsday

Free Georgia Chopped Pork sandwich + side for all military personnel all day November 11.

Valid for dine-in, to go, and online ordering. Use code VETERAN at checkout at famousdaves.com/togo. Offer valid up to $7.49. Not valid for call in orders. Must present valid proof of service.

Farmer Boys

https://www.farmerboys.com/veterans-day-2020/

We’re saying thanks to the brave hearts who served our country. We honor your service and dedication in the quest to keeping us all free. Visit Farmer Boys® with your valid proof of service on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 and receive a FREE Big Cheese®.

Golden Corral

https://www.goldencorral.com/military-appreciation-2020/

For the safety of our honored guests and communities, our Military Appreciation Event will look a little different this year. All active or former military members who have served in the U.S. Military can pick up a promotional card during the month of November redeemable for a FREE “Thank You” Meal!

Promotional Cards redeemable from November 1, 2020 – May 31, 2021 for dine-in only, Monday -Thursday. Limit one free meal per person while supplies last.

Green Mill Restaurant and Bar

https://www.greenmill.com/military-veterans-discount/

Green Mill honors our military on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020, with a free menu item. We’re proud to show our appreciation by serving you. Free meal offer includes any single item from our menu for dine-in only. Pizza restricted to small one-topping Deep Dish pizza. Wing Sampler not included. Active-duty military and veterans must show proof of service. Available at participating Green Mill Restaurants only. Not valid with any other discount or offer. Beverages and gratuity not included.

Hamburger Stand

https://www.hamburgerstand.com/

Free hamburger, regular fries and small Pepsi on Wednesday, Nov. 11 for veterans and active duty military.

Houlihan’s Restaurant + Bar

https://www.houlihans.com/

Houlihan’s will honor America’s veterans, active-duty military, and our military families on Veterans Day with $10 off a $30 food purchase.

While the offer may vary in some markets, Houlihan’s restaurants located in the following markets will offer $10 off a $30 food purchase: Chicago (Naperville), Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas (Garland), Kansas City (Leawood, Overland Park and Lee’s Summit), Long Island (Farmingdale), Pittsburgh, as well as all 10 restaurants in New Jersey (Bayonne, Brick, Bridgewater, Cherry Hill, Holmdel, New Brunswick, Paramus, Parsippany, Ramsey and Secaucus).

The special Veterans Day offer is valid for in-restaurant dining or for carryout on Nov. 11, 2020. No proof of service is required for this offer. Orders made via houlihans.com or a third-party delivery service are not eligible for this offer, and the $10 off $30 is not valid with other discounts.

Joe’s Crab Shack

https://www.joescrabshack.com/veterans-day

Enjoy 20% off on Veterans Day

Lamar’s Donuts & Coffee

http://www.lamars.com/

Free donut and 12 oz. coffee for veterans and active military personnel.

Little Caesars

https://information.littlecaesars.com/en-us/promo/veterans-day/

Veterans and active duty military receive one free $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combo® from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at participating Little Caesars.

Logan’s Roadhouse

https://logansroadhouse.com/

This Veterans Day between 3 – 6 p.m. all veterans and military personnel will receive a free meal from our American Roadhouse Meals menu. Proof of service required, menu varied by location. Dine-in only.

Max & Erma’s

https://www.maxandermas.com/

Free cheeseburger, endless fries, fountain drink and chocolate chip cookie for veterans and active military on Veterans Day at participating restaurants.

McCormick and Schmicks

https://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/event/veterans-offer-sunday-novembe…

It is our sincere honor to invite veterans of the U.S. Military, National Guard, Gold Star parents and Gold Star spouses to enjoy a select half priced entrée on Sunday, November 8, 2020.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

https://www.menchies.com/

All veterans who visit our stores on Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, will receive their first 6 oz. of froyo FREE. It’s our way of saying “thank you” for serving!

Mission BBQ

https://mission-bbq.com/

Free sandwich for veterans on Veterans Day.

Ninety Nine Restaurant & Pub

https://www.99restaurants.com/media/3140/99-vets-day-flyer-2020.pdf

Veterans and Active Duty Military are invited to be our guest for lunch from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11. Purchase any entrée and you’ll receive a free lunch from our Veterans Day Menu.

O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201015005907/en/O%E2%80%99Charl…

O’Charley’s will offer a 10% discount all year round to our active duty servicemembers and veterans.

Quaker Steak & Lube

http://thelube.com/promotions/veterans-day/

All veterans receive a free meal (up to $15) plus a free non-alcoholic beverage on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at participating restaurants.

Red Lobster

https://www.redlobster.com/news-press/press/article/2020/10/28/red-lobst…

In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active duty military and reservists for their service, Red Lobster® is offering dine-in guests a free appetizer or dessert on Wednesday, November 11. Guests only need to show a valid military ID or proof of service to redeem this offer.

Red Robin

https://www.redrobin.com/pages/veterans-day/

Veterans and Active Military who are Red Robin Royalty members can redeem their FREE Tavern Double Burger with Steak Fries any time between Nov. 12 and Nov. 30 for dine-in or to-go. The offer will be automatically uploaded to your dashboard.

Rock and Brews

https://www.rockandbrews.com/events/veterans-day

FREE choice of Pulled Pork Sandwich or Strawberry Fields Salad for veterans, armed forces and first responders. Dine-in only. Valid military or first responder ID. required to claim offer. One sandwich or salad per person. At participating locations. Offer may vary at location.

Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery

https://rockbottom.com/veteransday/

Veterans eat free on Nov. 11 from special Veterans Day menu. Menu available for all active duty service members & veterans with military ID or in uniform. One free entree per person. Dine-in only.

Shoney’s

www.shoneys.com

Shoney’s will offer FREE All You Care To Eat, freshly-prepared breakfast bar for military on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11 from open – 11 a.m.

Tap House Grill

https://www.taphousegrills.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/THG_VetsDay102…

Free meal for all veterans and active military. Sam Adams pint giveaway for all while supplies last.

Wienerschnitzel

https://www.wienerschnitzel.com/

Veterans and active duty military receive a free chili dog, small fries and small Pepsi on Veterans Day. Present your military ID or wear your uniform on Nov. 11.

Yard House

https://www.yardhouse.com/events

To honor and celebrate those who have served our country, we invite veterans and active duty military to join us for a complimentary appetizer on Veterans Day.

 

ATTRACTIONS

9/11/ Memorial & Museum, New York City

https://www.911memorial.org/connect/communities/servicemembers-and-veter…

Throughout our tribute, veterans will receive free museum admission for themselves and half-price museum tickets for up to three guests. When reserving tickets, veterans will need to provide their name, email address, military branch, and years of service. Advance reservations are encouraged and can be obtained through our ticketing portal.

Join us Saturday, Nov. 7 through Saturday, Nov. 14. As part of its annual recognition of those who serve or have served in the military, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum will hosts a series of events and special programs, virtually and in person, for veterans and their families, as well as the visiting public.

Amelia River Cruises, Florida

https://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/deal.a0p40000002lLP0AAM.html

Amelia River Cruises offers a 15% discount for active military on select cruises. Thank you for your service!

Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, Calif.

https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/veterans_day/

In celebration of Veterans Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific honors veterans and military personnel. These men and women are invited to enjoy the aquarium with free admission on Veterans Day. Advance reservations required. Limited capacity.

Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati, Ohio

http://cincinnatizoo.org/plan-your-visit/discounts/

All members of the military — active and retired — will receive FREE admission to the zoo on Veterans Day. The offer also allows military personnel to purchase up to six (6) half-price admission tickets for members of their immediate family. Military personnel who qualify for the free admission ticket and discount offer for family members include active military, retired military, National Guard, veterans with honorable or medical discharge and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps with government issued ID.

Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Va.

https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/visit/special-offers/military-visit…

Active-duty military, reservists, National Guard personnel, retired military and veterans receive complimentary admission once annually for themselves and up to three direct dependents on Veterans Day weekend.

Columbus Zoo, Columbus, Ohio

https://columbuszoo.org/home/visit/plan-your-visit/event-calendar#93b9d4…

To honor our veterans and the sacrifices made to serve our country, the zoo is offering free zoo admission to all who are serving and have served our great nation, including their immediate family, on Nov. 11, 2020.

Hagley Museum, Wilmington, Del.

https://www.hagley.org/calendar/veterans-day

Free admission for current military members, veterans, and their families.

Harley-Davidson Museum, Milwaukee, Wis.

https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/museum/explore/events/veterans-day…

On November 11 and 12, the Harley-Davidson Museum® will offer free Museum admission for all active Military, Veterans and their families. See website for details.

Indianapolis Zoo, Indianapolis

https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/visit/faqs/

To honor our men and women in service, all current and former members of the military are admitted free on Veterans Day. Plus, all non-military family members receive a $2 discount on day-of, on-site ticket purchases on these holidays. The rest of the year, the Zoo offers a $2 discount to all current and former members of the military, good for the purchase of up to four day-of, on-site tickets per visit. Please bring a form of military ID with you to receive the discounts.

Montgomery Zoo, Montgomery, Ala.

https://www.montgomeryzoo.com/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/5660/2981?c…

During Veteran’s Appreciation Week, November 8 – 14, all veterans, active duty military personnel, and their dependent family members receive a 50% DISCOUNT on REGULAR DAYTIME admission to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Thank you for your service and dedication to the nation and the world.

Montpelier, Montpelier Station, Va.

https://www.montpelier.org/events/veterans-day-weekend

Free property pass for all servicemembers and their families; free admission to one tour for service members on the weekend before Veterans Day, Nov. 7 – 8, 2020

Monticello, Charlottesville, Va.

https://www.monticello.org/exhibits-events/calendar-of-events/details/ho…

Monticello is proud to offer U.S. military veterans complimentary admission to Monticello for Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2020. Admission for active-duty military personnel is free year-round.

Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon, Va.

https://www.mountvernon.org/plan-your-visit/calendar/events/mount-vernon…

In honor of our nation’s veterans, Mount Vernon admits FREE all active duty, former, or retired military personnel.

The National WWI Museum and Memorial, Kansas City, Mo.

https://www.theworldwar.org/veteransday

Join us in honoring veterans with special activities, free public ceremonies on the grounds and free general admission for veterans and active duty military to the Museum and Memorial, Saturday, Nov. 7 through Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020. In addition, general admission is half price for the public on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

National Parks

http://home.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm

Free admission for EVERYONE on Veterans Day.

Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, Ohio

https://www.profootballhof.com/events/free-admission-for-veterans-and-ac…

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will provide free museum admission and parking to all veterans and active military plus a guest from Nov. 1-15, 2020. This offer is good for all United States active duty including National Guard reservists and retired military service members who show a valid military ID at the Hall’s Ticket Office. A 20% off discount in the HoF Store will also be offered to veterans and active military in November.

Throughout the rest of November and every day at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, veterans and active military receive $5 off museum admission and their spouses and dependents (under 18) receive $3 off.

San Antonio Zoo, San Antonio, Texas

https://sazoo.org/zoo-events/zoo-salutes/

This November, San Antonio Zoo is honoring active duty, retired, veteran members of the military, National Guard and Reserves with free admission to the San Antonio Zoo. Plus, up to four (4) immediate family members can receive 50% off single day tickets* on date of visit.

To qualify for discount please visit any of the zoo ticket windows and provide: Military member must show valid Military I.D. to receive complimentary admission

Additional single day tickets may be purchased for direct dependents at a discounted rate of 50%

Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, Ga.

https://zooatlanta.org/enhancement/veterans-day-offer/

On Veterans Day, November 11, 2020, veteran, active duty, retired and reserve members of the U.S. Armed Forces enjoy FREE admission and $4 off general admission for up to six accompanying guests. Present a valid military I.D. at Zoo Atlanta to redeem the discount. Offer valid only on Wednesday, November 11, 2020; valid only in-person at Zoo Atlanta Admissions. Guests using this offer for free or discounted tickets do not need advance timed tickets. The discount is not valid with any other offer or promotion.

 

RETAIL

Academy Sports

https://www.academy.com/discount

All military and first responders receive 10% off in store and online through November 11.

Buybuy Baby

https://www.buybuybaby.com/store/static/armedforcesdiscount?isRedirect=true

Receive 25% your order between November 11 – 14.

39 Dollar Glasses

https://www.39dollarglasses.com/special-discounts/military

All members of the military community, including veterans, can receive an additional 20% off at 39dollarglasses.com.

California Southern University

http://www.calsouthern.edu/military-learners/

In honor of Veterans Day/Month, California Southern University (CalSouthern), a regionally accredited, 100%-online university with an international student population, is offering free tuition for one course to veterans and active military, their spouses and dependents who enroll between Nov. 1-30, 2020 – representing a value of up to $1,400 for undergraduate courses and $1,700 for graduate courses.

Enterprise Car Sales

https://www.enterprisecarsales.com/military/

We’re thanking members of the U.S. military, veterans and their families with a special offer. Receive $300 off upon used vehicle purchase from Enterprise Car Sales from November 1 – 30, 2020.

Great Clips

https://www.greatclips.com/about-us/giving/thank-a-veteran

Veterans and active military members can visit a U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 and receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to use at a later date through Dec. 11, 2020.

La Quinta Hotels

https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/hotel-deals/military

Eligible military members enjoy 12% off our Best Available Rate at participating La Quinta by Wyndham hotels across the U.S. Plus, in honor of national Veterans and Military Families Month, Wyndham Rewards members receive 500 bonus points for qualified stays booked by Dec. 7 and completed by Dec. 8, 2020.

Publix

https://ww4.publix.com/pages/discount

Veterans, active military personnel, and their families are invited to save 10% on groceries on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

This offer excludes prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco, gift cards, lottery tickets, postage stamps, and money services. Valid for in-store purchases only. Customer is responsible for all applicable taxes.

Please present one of the following at purchase: veteran ID card, military ID card, discharge document, or a driver’s license with veteran designation.

Sanderling Resort

https://www.sanderling-resort.com/vacations-specials/

It is our pleasure for the 10th year to offer our Heroes Welcome Rate available to current and former military, fire and rescue, law enforcement, healthcare and educators. Rate also includes 20% off food, spa and retail (excludes alcohol). Based on room type availability and some date restrictions. Taxes and $15 nightly resort fee additional. No other discounts apply.

Super 8

https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/super-8/hotel-deals/military

Super 8 is honored to welcome active and retired military members, veterans, and their families as our very important guests. Eligible military members can save 15% on our Best Available Rate at participating Super 8 by Wyndham hotels in the U.S. and Canada.1 Plus, for a limited time, Wyndham Rewards members receive 500 bonus points for qualified stays booked by December 7 and completed by December 8, 2020.

Target

https://corporate.target.com/article/2020/10/veterans-day

As part of Target’s longstanding commitment to active-duty military members, veterans and their families, Target is proud to offer a 10 percent discount off a purchase, some exclusions apply – in stores or online – between November 1-11, 2020. To receive this offer, now in its fourth year, guests must first demonstrate eligibility by registering at www.target.com/circle/military. After eligibility has been verified, an exclusive, one-time use Target Circle offer will be available for the guest to use in-store and online.

Tohi Aronia Berry Wellness Drink

https://drinktohi.com/

In honor of Veterans Day, and to thank veterans, active duty military and reservists for their service, Tohi will offer a free four-pack of beverages (limit, one per customer) and 20% discount on Tohi products for veterans and military personnel with valid military ID card. The new initiative begins on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and will continue indefinitely to show Tohi’s ongoing commitment to supporting those who serve our country.

TOPS Market

https://www.topsmarkets.com/Veterans/

This Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, TOPS will honor an 11% discount off of a total order to all veterans and active military personnel who shop at any of our locations. We thank you for your service.

Verizon

https://www.verizon.com/about/news/verizon-supports-military-families

For military families, Verizon is offering 4 lines for $30/mo per line on Start Unlimited and can get $200 off on selected Samsung smartphones, when adding a line or upgrading to select Samsung smartphones.

Active military members, reservists, cadets, Gold Star families and veterans can access this offer b¬y purchasing a Samsung smartphone on a device payment agreement. This offer began October 29, 2020, and is for a limited time only

Walgreens

https://www.walgreens.com/topic/promotion/military-veterans-discount.jsp

Veterans, military and their families receive 20% off eligible regular price items with card, in store only from November 11–15.

Fort Scott’s Third Annual Veterans Day Celebration Next Week

 

Join us in honoring our American heroes at the Third Annual Veterans Day Celebration next week.

The celebration begins Tuesday night, November 10th from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm with a welcome reception at the Boiler Room Brewhaus at 2 S. National Ave., Fort Scott, KS. At the come and go reception, veterans and their spouses can enjoy a free hamburger meal that will be generously provided by the E3 Foundation.

Wednesday morning VFW Post 1165 will host the Veterans Day Ceremony at Bourbon County Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena at 2102 Huntington Blvd. beginning at 11:00am. In the event of inclement weather, the alternate location for the ceremony is Memorial Hall, 1 E. 3rd St. The ceremony will be followed by a free will donation lunch at VFW Post 1165 at 1745 S National Ave.

Visit Fort Scott and the Chamber of Commerce will offer free trolley rides to veterans and their spouses on Friday with tours at 10am, 11am, 1pm, & 2pm. Free trolley tours will depart from the Visitors Center at 231 E. Wall St., and will be on a first come, first served basis.

The Veterans Day Parade begins at 3:00 pm Saturday afternoon, following the normal parade route through downtown Fort Scott. Line-up will be along Main Street from 6th Street south to Fort Scott High School. Stewart Realty & The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce are the hosts of this year’s parade.

The Fort Scott National Historic Site is open daily with winter hours from 8:30am to 4:30 pm. Guided tours of the site are available at 10am & 1pm each day.

For more information contact Visit Fort Scott at 620.223.0550 or go online to visitfortscott.com.

Submitted by

Ally Turvey
Tourism/Community Development Manager

Obituary of Tranquilino “Paul” Baldonado

Tranquilino Paulino Baldonado

Tranquilino Paulino “Paul” Baldonado, passed away, Saturday October 31, 2020, in Crystal City Missouri after hospitalization and a short time in hospice.

He was born March 11, 1940 in Canjilon New Mexico to Paublin Baldonado and Rebecca (Maestas) Baldonado.

Paul graduated from Trenton High School in Trenton NE in 1957.

He also served in the Air Force for four years.

Paul was married to Marilyn Haarberg in 1963.

He had a long career with Firestone throughout the Midwest.

He was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Scott Kansas.

He served as volunteer for a several years at Mercy Hospital Fort Scott.

Paul was a lifelong Nebraska Cornhuskers fan.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn Baldonado; a sister Maria Lilia Frakes; daughter Kyla Scarborough, two sons Paul Ryan Baldonado and Eric Baldonado, and wife Darcy, and granddaughters, Anna and Elena Baldonado.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Joe Baldonado and Max Baldonado, and three sisters, Maria Cordie Lopez, Maria Felo Ferguson, and Maria Lizzy Delgado.

There was cremation.

A small private burial will take place at a later date in the Fort Scott National Cemetery. Services are under the direction of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main St.

New Employment Help Center Opens in Old Kress Building, Grocery Store Will Open Soon

A1 Towing and Moving, Fort Scott, moves shelving into the new grocery store, which will be located in the Old Kress Building, 17 S. Main.

A resource center in the former Kress Building, 17 S. Main is open in downtown Fort Scott.

The center is called the BWERC which stands for Bourbon County Workforce and Entrepreneur Resource Center.

The first floor is currently being prepared to sell groceries, while the second floor is open for business as a multi-partner center to help with COVID-19 related issues.

 

Downtown Grocery Store

BAJA Investments LLC, Healthy Bourbon County Action Team and a  local farm and ranch food cooperative grocery store will be located on the first floor, according to info from Hoener.

BAJA Investments will manage the grocery store that will open sometime in the second half of December 2020, said Bill Michaud, developer for the business. The store is as yet not named, Michaud said on Nov. 3.

The first-floor space will have shelving, coolers and freezers for
local produce and meat.

This will increase access to healthy food,  and make more food available for local food assistance programs, Hoener said.

 

To view a recent story on the grocery store, click below:

New Grocery Store In Downtown Fort Scott Is Coming

 

Employment Related Services

Through a multi-partner collaboration of Bourbon County government , Pittsburg State University Small Business Development Center www.pittstatesmallbusiness.com, Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce http://fortscott.com/, Fort Scott Community College http://www.fortscott.edu/ , Kansas Works http://sekworks.organd BAJA Investments LLC , the hope is to address the urgent COVID-19 related crisis needs in Bourbon County, according to information provided by Jody Hoener, economic director for the county.

The large room of the B WERKS Center on the second floor of the Old Kress Building in downtown Fort Scott.

 

The building will be used for distance learning and teleworking and also a place for childcare businesses to become legal and thus help in childcare relief during the pandemic, Hoener noted.

A work room in the BWERC Center in the old Kress Building in downtown Fort Scott.

The plan is to give businesses the tools and technical assistance needed for increased  online capabilities and the assistance to
obtain the money needed to sustain their business.

There is also unemployment and job-seeking assistance.

Amy Kauffman, career advisor with KansasWorks sits at a desk in the Kress Building on Nov. 3. KansasWorks helps with job search assistance and employment related services.

 

 

 

Grants Assistance to Child Care Programs

Governor Laura Kelly Announces Estimated $3.5 Million in Grants to Assist Kansas Child Care Programs

TOPEKA –Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Child Care Aware of Kansas, in partnership with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Office of Recovery, has launched a new Child Care Health Consultant Network to provide technical assistance to licensed child care providers as they implement COVID-19 health and safety guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

After working directly with a consultant to assess the environment, child care programs are eligible to apply for grant funding to purchase supplies or make adaptations to home or center-based facilities. Child Care Aware of Kansas anticipates providing $3.5 million in grants and supplies.

“Through the assistance and funding provided to Kansas child care providers by the Child Care Health Consultant Network, we will not only protect the health and safety of our child care workers and kids, but also ensure that centers can stay open throughout the duration of the pandemic,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “These grants will help ensure working parents have access to safe, healthy child care facilities and continue to strengthen our economy and keep businesses open. I want to thank Child Care Aware of Kansas, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and the Office of Recovery for their innovative approach to fulfilling this need.”

The Child Care Health Consultant Network comes at a critical time for Kansas’ child care system. A recent study by Yale University showed that child care settings were not associated with increased risks of COVID-19 infections provided that appropriate health and safety measures were taken. Kansas’ Child Care Health Consultants work with child care providers to implement the most current guidance from the CDC and KDHE.

With the first phase of implementation for the Child Care Health Consultant Network nearing completion, Child Care Aware of Kansas and state partners are now shifting their attention to long-term sustainability of the Network. In addition to supporting healthy and safe child care settings, Child Care Health Consultants will play a crucial role in protecting and promoting the health growth and development of children and their families.

“The Child Care Health Consultant Network is a critical support for child care programs that are working hard to ensure that children are safe and healthy in the midst of the pandemic. We work with providers to assess the child care environment and ensure that health and safety measures are in place,” said Kelly Davydov, Executive Director. “Child care is essential to a thriving Kansas economy, and families want to know that their children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment. We’re doing everything we can to ensure that this support continues to be available for child care programs.”

“The global pandemic placed a considerable amount of uncertainty into my day-to-day that I had not expected at the beginning of the year,” said Dawn Chapman, owner and operator of The Nature and Nurture Spot in Gardner, Kansas. “With the help of the Child Care Health Consultant Network, I’ve been able to purchase the supplies I need to help ensure the safety of the children I care for every day.”

To date, 415 child care programs have requested consultations.

For more information about the Child Care Health Consultant Network, visit https://ks.childcareaware.org/child-care-health-consultant-network/.

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About Child Care Aware® of Kansas

Child Care Aware of Kansas’ vision is that all communities across Kansas value and support early childhood development.  It is, therefore, its mission that high-quality early education is available to all Kansas families and children. Child Care Aware of Kansas is known as a strong advocate for children, their families and the early childhood profession. It works to:

  • Ensure families have access to affordable, high-quality child care across the state.
  • Support child care providers with ongoing professional development training and information/coaching support about how to improve the quality of child care.
  • Network with employers and community partners on how to support high-quality child care in their communities.

To learn more about Child Care Aware® of Kansas, visit www.ks.childcareaware.org

Obituary of Joseph Harper

Joseph Eldon Harper, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 of kidney failure and complications of COVID. A native of Fort Scott, Kansas, Joseph spent the last few years of his life at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada, Missouri.

He is survived by a spouse, Gertrude (Johnston) Harper, two children: Mary Jo & Richard Harper, two grandchildren: Xavier Huffman and Cobie Haynes, one great-grandchild: Mabel Haynes, and family David Shaffer, Carroll Findley, Edna Stein, Wade and Julie Pellett, Nicole Pellett, Elly Booth, Weston Pellett, Dakota Brown, Jacob Pellett, Michael Nighswonger, Thomas Nighswonger, Brian Nighswonger, and Arria Booth. He was preceded in death by his parents Charles (Charlie) Harper and Mary (Pellett) Harper, sisters: Karen Shaffer and Peggy Findley, and family Larry Stein, Leona and Lewis Dreyer, Bud Johnston, Toby Nighswonger, Robbie Stein, and Tori and Sheena Peirano.

Joe was born June 29, 1945 in Fort Scott, Kansas to Charlie and Mary Harper. He grew up in the country north of town, helping his family run the farmland with his sisters Karen and Peggy.

Until the 4th grade, Joe didn’t care much for reading, but after a kind teacher at Bunker Hill helped him, reading became a passion for him that he passed on to his children.

Joseph married a Blue Mound girl, Gertrude Johnston, February 10, 1967, before enlisting in the United States Air Force August 10, 1967. Joseph and Gertrude spent two and a half years in Japan during his service. During this time, he was an assistant coach for Gertrude’s softball team and they enjoyed getting lost at the World’s Fair in Osaka. He was discharged as an E-4 Sergeant in 1971 and they moved to Glendale, Arizona where they began teaching Wade and Nicole how to hunt (always remember the Glenn Miller 8-tracks) before having children.

After Mary Jo and Richard were born, they came home to Fort Scott where Joseph assisted his mother in running the store on Main Street: Master Printers. Through the store, he was also a traveling salesman once a week, known as the “Laughing Salesman.”

After retirement, he enjoyed driving a bus for USD 234 Fort Scott. The kids were good company and he loved traveling where he could enjoy the sights and then take a nap or read a book until the kids were ready to come home.

Joe was in DeMolay then a Mason of the Rising Sun Lodge and a Past Patron of the Order of Eastern Star, Chapter 13, Fort Scott.

After graduating from Fort Scott High School and after service, he attended Glendale Community College and Arizona State University.

Joseph loved hunting, fishing, camping, playing cards, and attending music performances of his kids.

Any who heard his laugh knew who it belonged to and where it was coming from. The laughter will ring through those who have been left behind, though his has been silenced.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, November 9th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.

Masonic and Eastern Star services will also be held at the chapel.  A graveside service with military honors will be held at 1:30 P.M. Monday at the U. S. National Cemetery in Ft. Scott.

Memorials are suggested to the PSU Foundation with emphasis on the Music Department 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.

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Fort Scott Area Community Foundation Launches Annual Appeal

Recipients of the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation 2019 grants. Submitted photo.

The annual appeal for the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation is underway.

Since 2009, the Foundation has awarded 146 grants totaling more than $238,500 to area non-profits. The annual appeal supports the unrestricted endowed fund from which grants are awarded.

Grants to our hard-working non-profits come from the interest on this permanent fund. The principal is never touched, according to Carla Farmer, Foundation chair.

Leading the annual appeal are David Shepherd and Charles Gentry. Shepherd and Gentry serve on the Foundation Board of Directors and have been actively involved in community fundraising efforts over the years.

“Charles and I believe that growing this fund is more important than ever,” said Shepherd. “The needs in our community continue to increase. By supporting the annual appeal, more dollars will be available to provide more grants for our community’s elderly, youth, and quality of life initiatives.”

Gentry added, “This year we have the opportunity to maximize gifts through a match offered by a generous donor. Gifts of any size to the annual appeal will be matched up to $20,000.”

In October of this year, $36,250 in grants were awarded to 18 organizations by the Foundation. The grants affect all age groups and support initiatives including travel vouchers for cancer patients, youth music programs, and funds that help feed and clothe the neediest of our citizens.

One organization to receive a grant this year is CASA. Christa Horn, executive director, stated, “We have serious business to conduct during a very serious time. We wish that our service was not needed, but alas, child abuse and neglect does not care about a pandemic, does not care about safety.”

The funds that CASA will provide will be used to help volunteers continue their work in a time when face to face contact is not possible. “We will use these funds wisely to help our volunteers continue their roles as the eyes and ears of the Courts and the voice of the child,” Horn added.

To make a gift visit fsacf.com or call 620-224-6500.

AD: Jacobs Thanks Community For Support

Trevor and April Jacobs in the center of a family photo with their children and grandchildren.

Hello this is Trevor Jacobs your 4th District Representative. I want to thank all of you who have prayed for my family and I, thank you for encouraging us, and supporting us in this election season.

Now let us continue to stand together as we fight this critical battle for our freedoms, let us not grow weary of standing together for the protection of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Let us continue to stand for truth and for what we know is right. Let us thank the Lord for the gift of our God-given rights and traditional values and let us treasure them and never take them for granted.

I am Trevor Jacobs and I thank you again for all of your kind congratulations. Lord bless you as we stand together for what is right.
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Prom For Special Needs People Is Feb. 12

Fort Scott Nazarene to Host Night to Shine Prom for People with Special Needs

Sponsored by Tim Tebow Foundation

FORT SCOTT, KS, Fort Scott Nazarene announced today that they will serve as one of many churches around the world already registered to host Night to Shine 2021, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. This event will be hosted virtually, with partnerships through local churches across the globe simultaneously on Friday, February 12. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love for people with special needs ages 14 and older.

For 2021, due to the global circumstances of COVID-19, the Foundation has chosen to provide Night to Shine as a virtual event in 2021. We feel that the best way to honor and love our guests is to forego in-person proms in order to keep them as safe as possible. We are incredibly disappointed that we are not able to celebrate each amazing king and queen in person this year, but we are committed to throwing one spectacular, safe, virtual celebration in their honor.

While this year’s event will be virtual, Fort Scott Nazarene and partners are anticipating hosting this event for years to come. This is just the beginning for Night to Shine in our community and surrounding areas AND we are looking for sponsors to ensure a high-quality, high-impact evening for our honored guests. If you are interested in sponsoring, please visit our website or email [email protected].

We are looking to connect with Honored Guests, their families, and caretakers to make this a great celebration. Registration is NOW OPEN for Honored Guests 14 and older and is required to attend the Virtual Night to Shine experience.

Guest Registration: https://forms.gle/EPreA5pCm9A23b987

An event of this magnitude requires an army of volunteers to make it successful. The Night to Shine Steering Team is actively seeking people to help make this celebration a reality. Register to be a volunteer by using the provided link (you must be at least 16 years old to volunteer).

Volunteer Registration: https://forms.gle/7HFfz8KwqxcZ5RMt8

For additional information on the Night to Shine hosted by Fort Scott Nazarene, please visit our site or find us on Facebook. These will be the best sources of information as we approach Night to Shine.

https://fsnighttoshine.wixsite.com/

https://www.facebook.com/FSNightToShine

For more information on the worldwide movement of Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, visit: http://www.timtebowfoundation.org/index.php/night-to-shine/

ABOUT TIM TEBOW FOUNDATION
The Tim Tebow Foundation exists to bring Faith, Hope and Love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. This mission is being fulfilled every day through outreach in the fields of Orphan Care + Prevention, Special Needs and Children with Profound Medical Needs. To learn more about how the Tim Tebow Foundation is serving children and sharing God’s love by fighting for those who can’t fight for themselves, visit www.timtebowfoundation.org.  

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