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Community Vacation Bible School’s for 2024
If your church has a Vacation Bible School this summer, please send the name and address of the church, the date of VBS and times, the age group of children invited, and the theme of the VBS, to [email protected]. The following are Vacation Bible Schools for this summer that have been submitted.
New coach, still Gorilla football
It was another strong season for the Gorillas, as they went 11-2, hoisting the MIAA conference trophy along with Central Missouri, despite having a better win percentage and defeating them head-to-head in the regular season. The Gorillas did see their 20-game MIAA win streak come to an end, as they...
Kleinmann Makes Campaign Stop in Pittsburg
From asking detailed questions and suggesting helpful resources, to being welcomed to a packed room full of cheers and applause – Congressional Candidate Matt Kleinmann is already working on getting plugged into Pittsburg to earn the vote for the 2nd district seat. Accompanied by his wife, Sangeeta Shastry, after making the drive to Pittsburg on May 31, Kleinmann spoke with local community leaders working in early childhood development and caring for the unhoused population, but Kleinmann made it clear that he came to the community to listen as well. Kleinmann said he does not want to come in as an outsider throwing around his ideas of what is needed, but instead to “find what the city wants, find what can be done, and then lift up local leaders to get the people closer to their vision.”
Pittsburg official discusses inflation’s toll on City Hall & budget
PITTSBURG, Kan. — Inflation isn’t just impacting local residents, it’s also affecting City Hall. Pittsburg Deputy City Manager Jay Byers says the city’s budget has “most definitely” been impacted by inflation. Byers notes that a few years ago, during the pandemic, there were some extreme spikes in some products due to problems with the supply chain, but for the most part, that has leveled out.
Teen receives probation for incident near Pittsburg daycare
PITTSBURG, Kan. — A Pittsburg teenager will not go to prison for an incident earlier this year near a daycare. Monday, Walter Lalimo, 19, pleaded guilty to interference with law enforcement. As part of his plea deal, a judge suspended Lalimo’s year-long prison sentence and placed him on probation...
Pittsburg advances downtown development with community input
PITTSBURG, Kans. — The City of Pittsburg is continuing to work on the development of downtown. City staff have taken all of the thoughts and concerns from the community from last week’s Downtown Community Conversation and given them to a consultant to review and put into a report.
City of Jasper bond question asks for $4 million for water, sewer system costs
JASPER, Mo. — Some southwest Missouri voters will have a pricey decision to make later this summer. The City of Jasper is asking for $4 million in revenue bonds. That would pay for costs related to the water and sewer system, specifically, construction and the equipment needed. The ballot...
Planned solar panel project spurs debate on history
City officials were not in agreement Tuesday on a certificate of appropriateness involving installation of solar panels on a downtown business. During Tuesday’s Fort Scott City Commission meeting, commissioners and City Manager Brad Matkin discussed a certificate of appropriateness for Hole in the Wall Liquor, 124 E. Wall St. Although a motion to approve the certificate passed by a 3-2 vote, opinions differed on how Fort Scott’s history is defined.
Softball looks to build on historic season
Pitt State softball had a season of unprecedented success, breaking multiple records as a team on their way to a historic 53-8 season. This was in stark contrast from their previous year, when they went 27-21 and failed to garner an appearance in the MIAA Tournament, let alone DII regionals.
Uniontown City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes of May 14
The Special Council Meeting on May 14, 2024 at Uniontown City Hall, was called to order at 6:17PM by Mayor Jurgensen. Council members present were Jess Ervin, Danea Esslinger, Amber Kelly, Mary Pemberton, and Bradley Stewart. Also in attendance for all or part of the meeting was Betty Hartman, Delci Allen, and City Clerk Sally Johnson.
Work Session Minutes For U 234 Board of Education
The Board of Education of Unified School District 234, Fort Scott, Kansas, met for a work session at their offices at 424 S. Main at 5:30 p.m. The Board collaborated with Administration on the vision, mission, & values of the USD 234 school district.
New Administrators at USD 234, Fort Scott School District: Mayfield and Garzone
Terry Mayfield, 51, is the new Assistant Superintendent of Business and Operations, who will start duties on July 1. His office will be in the USD 234 District Central Office. Mayfield earned a Bachelor of Science in Education – Social Studies from Missouri Southern State College 1996, a Masters in Education – Secondary School Administration from University of Central Missouri 2004, and an Education Specialist – Superintendency from University of Central Missouri 2008.
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