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Young entrepreneuers shine during annual challenge (12/12/25)

The business acumen of young entrepreneurs was showcased during the Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge and Trade show hosted by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce. See the print or online edition of the Tribune for complete story.
Candlelight tour a success in spite of planning challenges due to extended shut down (12/12/25)

While this year’s Candlelight Tours at the Fort Scott National Historic Site looked a bit different than years past, tours were sold out for both nights of the event, Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6. See the print or online edition of the Tribune for complete story...
Lady Tigers win fourth straight tourney title in Paola; Tiger teams sweep Wellsville (12/12/25)

The Fort Scott High School Tiger boys and girls basketball teams were victorious to close out the Paola Tournament Thursday night. The Lady Tigers (2-0) clobbered Wellsville (0-3) 55-18 to win their fourth consecutive tournament championship. The Tiger boys (1-1) clipped Wellsville (1-2) 62-57...
Resolutions, agreement signed to end solar panel litigation (12/9/25)

Bourbon County Commissioners on Monday approved resolutions and new agreements that officials said are designed to end litigation with solar developers. After a discussion that included public comments, commissioners approved resolutions to change the moratorium in place to exempt two solar companies – Tennyson Creek Solar I and II and Hinton Creek Solar – from the application of a moratorium on solar energy developments within the county, and allow those companies to proceed with their projects with changes.. ...
Holiday spirit in abundance during downtown event (12/9/25)

Downtown Fort Scott came alive with a festive vibe during the third annual Christmas on the Bricks festival last weekend. The event, which kicked off with the Christmas Parade Dec. 4, featured a variety of holiday-themed activities for people of all ages. From trolley and horse-drawn carriage rides to ice skating, live music and holiday shopping, community members and visitors had plenty of activities to choose from...
Busy week for FSMS girls hoops (12/12/25)

This week’s schedule for the Fort Scott Middle School girls basketball teams included three games with the 7A team also competing in a tournament. See Saturday's print or online edition for results.
Unsafe, dangerous structures on the city's demo radar (11/26/25)

During their Nov. 18 meeting, Fort Scott City Commissioners discussed the status of several allegedly unsafe and dangerous structures. See Saturday's print or online edition for full story.
City, railroad in talks to end trains stopping at crossings (12/5/25)

City Manager Brad Matkin’s report to the Fort Scott City Commission Tuesday included planned discussions on items ranging from the budget to trains, as well as updates on the statuses of downtown buildings. Matkin said Ben Hart with BakerTilly, the city’s financial advisor, plans to discuss a budget amendment, as well as increases in water and stormwater rates with the commission Dec. ...