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AD: The Shead Farm Festival is this Saturday at 10 a.m.
Come join us for an exciting, entertaining event that people of all ages will enjoy!. Explore and gather ideas from Shead’s sustainable lifestyle farm where Veggie Powder is grown!. Get ideas on how you can grow your own food. See gardens growing vertically and horizontally. Learn how things were...
Pittsburg street project concludes after two years of effort
PITTSBURG, Kan. — After two years of hard work, a street project in Pittsburg is now finished. There are now three-lanes, a dedicated left-turning lane at the Rouse intersection, and a five foot sidewalk on both sides of Quincy Street. These improvements also include new street lighting, a storm...
Lowell Milken Center For Unsung Heroes Newsletter May 2024
This spring, the Lowell Milken Center (LMC) has been a hive of activity. As the school year draws to a close, LMC has become a favored destination for field trips among local schools. Over the past few weeks, we’ve welcomed hundreds of students, teachers, and chaperones, each eager to explore and learn. The center’s vibrant programs and engaging exhibits continue to inspire and educate visitors, making every trip a memorable adventure.
FSCC Board Minutes of April 29
PRESENT: Ronda Bailey, John Bartelsmeyer, Jim Fewins, Bryan Holt, Chad McKinnis, and Doug Ropp. ALSO PRESENT: Jason Kegler-President, Juley McDaniel-Board Clerk, Seth Carter, staff. Chairman Holt called the meeting to order at 9:01 am in Cleaver-Burris-Boileau Hall. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. EXECUTIVE SESSION: A motion...
New Planned Parenthood clinic set to open in Pittsburg
PITTSBURG, Kans.- Planned Parenthood Great Plains is set to expand its services into Southeast Kansas this fall, with a new health center opening in Pittsburg. Comprehensive Health of Planned Parenthood Great Plains announced that the clinic will offer a variety of services, including abortion services, STI and HIV testing, and more.
Heritage Tractor honored as 2024 Employer of the Year by City of Pittsburg
PITTSBURG, Kans. — In a ceremony held on Thursday, May 16, Heritage Tractor, a local John Deere dealership, was celebrated with the 2024 Employer of the Year award by the City of Pittsburg. This accolade recognizes the dealership’s contributions to the community, particularly in terms of quality job creation, innovation, and substantial reinvestment in the local area.
Fort Scott Softball Named as the 14-Seed in the NJCAA National Tournament
FORT SCOTT, KS — The 2024 NJCAA Division II Softball World Series Selection Show took place earlier this morning. the Fort Scott Community College Softball team held a watch party to see where they’ll be seeded. Earning the 14-seed, Fort Scott will face off against 19-seed Bryant & Stratton. After a stellar 39-17 season and […]
The Fort Scott Community College Softball Team is leaving for Nationals at 11:00 a.m.
The Fort Scott Community College Softball Team is leaving for South Carolina for Nationals!. 11:00am – load up at Arnold Arena on the campus of Fort Scott Community College. The girls will be dropped off at Memorial Hall (bus following) walk downtown, take a right on Wall Street and walk to the new Historic Fort Scott Sign to take a picture before leaving town!
Headstone/Monument Cleaning Added to Services Provided by Influx Services
Jake Provice started Influx Services a little over two and a half years ago. “We serve Fort Scott, Joplin, and the surrounding areas,” he said. “We provide professional exterior cleaning services, and specialize in house washing, window cleaning, and gutter cleaning. We use the ‘softwash’ process…which uses low-pressure and algicides to safely clean your home, without the risk of damage that comes with traditional pressure washing.”
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