State officials discuss help as businesses close

Lt. Gov. David Toland, right, speaks Friday about action the state is taking to assist Fort Scott as two large companies plan to close. Also pictured is District 13 Kansas Senator Tim Shallenburger.

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As Fort Scott has reeled with news that two major companies are planning to close, the emergency room is already closed, and Fort Scott Community College is struggling financially, representatives from state entities were in Fort Scott Friday to discuss their efforts to help the community.

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