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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.
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...
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 […]
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.”
Lady Hounds headed to national tournament
The Fort Scott Community College Greyhound softball program has won its first. National Junior College Athletic Association Region 6 Plains District championship in school history. See Wednesday's print or online edition for full story.
A new life for CORE couple
Brittney Bradley and Dustin Meeks are a committed couple who have known both adversity and success during their five years together as a blended family. They moved from Pleasanton to Fort Scott in October 2023 for a fresh start, having overcome addictions that hindered their progress toward the life that they dreamed of having together. Their issues are those that many have faced, from all walks of life and for many reasons.
City of Joplin Recycling Center hosts successful tire drop-off event
JOPLIN, Mo. — It was a busy Saturday at the City of Joplin Recycling Center. Folks living in Jasper, Newton, McDonald, Barton, and Vernon counties had a chance to properly dispose of unwanted tires. Center officials estimate around 240 vehicles visited, today, as they gained nearly three-ton worth of...
Chamber Coffee Hosted by Shead Farm On May 16
The Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce invites members and guests to a Chamber Coffee hosted by Shead Farm, 2468 Cavalry Road, on Thursday, May 16th at 8am. Coffee, juice, and refreshments will be served, and attendees may register to win a special drawing. It will take you about 15-20 minutes to get there from Fort Scott, so we suggest you leave town by 7:40am! Go South on 69 Highway to Cavalry Road, turn east and follow the signs.
Agenda For The USD 234 Board Meeting on May 13
May 13, 2024 – 5:30 P.M. 1.0 Call Meeting to Order David Stewart, President. 3.0 Approval of the Official Agenda (Action Item) 4.0 Approval of the Consent Agenda (Action Item) 4.1 Board Minutes. 04/08/24 Board Minutes. 4.2 Financials – Cash Flow Report. 4.3 Check Register. 4.4 Payroll –...
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