Stories from Friday, August 29, 2025

Donald Howard Bright, age 80, of Oologah, Okla., formerly of Arcadia, Kan., passed away on Aug. 27, 2025, at Brookdale Senior Living in Claremore, Okla. He was born on Jan. 10, 1945, on his family’s kitchen table in Bronaugh, Mo. On June 5, 1965, Don married the love of his life, Terry C. Yates, who survives him. Together they built a life filled with love, faith, and family...

Ed Ramsey, of Uniontown, passed away early Friday morning, Aug. 29, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home.

Representatives of local taxing entities shared updates ranging from school activities to street improvements during a Community Connection Panelist Luncheon Wednesday at the Empress Event Center. The event, sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, included updates from the city of Fort Scott, Bourbon County Commission, Fort Scott Community College and USD 234. A representative of USD 235 was not able to attend the forum...

Taxes and enrollment were among topics discussed by education officials during a Community Connection Panelist Luncheon Wednesday at the Empress Event Center. The event also included updates from leaders with the city of Fort Scott, Bourbon County and Fort Scott Community College. The forum was sponsored by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce...

The American Legion is an important part of Fort Scott, with an impactful history in all 50 states and beyond. It’s a multi-faceted organization that stands for the betterment of veterans, their families and communities through service, patriotism and national security – operating within four pillars of purpose: Children and Youth, Americanism and Flags, National Security in Veteran Affairs and Rehabilitation...

Find a preview of the 2025 seasons for the Fort Scott High School and Uniontown High School football teams inside Saturday's print or online edition.