AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Fort Scott Kansas. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 https://www.americantowns.com/fort-scott-ks 144 69 https://www.americantowns.com/fort-scott-ks https://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Wed, 08 May 2024 18:58:24 -0500 Celebrate American independence with the sounds of a military band, cannon fire, and immersion in America’s history while honoring the service https://www.americantowns.com/news/independence-weekend-celebration-2022-31396771-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/independence-weekend-celebration-2022-31396771-fort-scott-ks.html Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Schedule: Saturday, July 16, 2022 8:00 a.m. 4-H and Open Class Dog Show Sunday, July 17, 2022 6:30 p.m. 4-H Horse Show Monday, July 18, 2022 https://www.americantowns.com/news/bourbon-county-fair-2022-31412015-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/bourbon-county-fair-2022-31412015-fort-scott-ks.html Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Fort Scott – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Oct 12th, that 34 cities across Kansas have been selected to receive a total of $28.65 https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-announces-34-cities-across-kansas-to-receive-28m-for-local-highway-improvements-31473032-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-announces-34-cities-across-kansas-to-receive-28m-for-local-highway-improvements-31473032-fort-scott-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Join us for the 42nd Annual Good Ol' Days Festival! Back to the bricks! - Fort Scott, Kansas - June 2 & 3, 2023 Come on back to the 42nd https://www.americantowns.com/news/42nd-annual-good-ol-days-festival-31576306-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/42nd-annual-good-ol-days-festival-31576306-fort-scott-ks.html Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Pioneer Harvest Fiesta - Steam, Gas Engine & Tractor Show and More! The 67th Pioneer Harvest Fiesta comes to the Bourbon County Fairgrounds. https://www.americantowns.com/news/67th-anniversary-of-pioneer-harvest-fiesta-31615759-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/67th-anniversary-of-pioneer-harvest-fiesta-31615759-fort-scott-ks.html Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Live Bands - BBQ Contest - Food - Vendor Booths - And More! Schedule of Events September 29, 2023 Street Dance, Food & Drink Available On https://www.americantowns.com/news/fort-fest-2023-31616029-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/fort-fest-2023-31616029-fort-scott-ks.html Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Schedule October 5, 2023 Photo Exhibit in the Gordon Parks Museum and Lunt Lobby of the Fine Arts Center. The Merl Humphrey Photography-sponsored https://www.americantowns.com/news/20-th-annual-gordon-parks-celebration-31618975-fort-scott-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/20-th-annual-gordon-parks-celebration-31618975-fort-scott-ks.html Arts and Entertainment Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Bill Also Incentivizes Businesses to Help Employees with Child Care Costs Topeka – Governor Laura Kelly on May 5th, signed House Bill https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-signs-bill-making-rural-housing-more-affordable-in-kansas-31362423-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-signs-bill-making-rural-housing-more-affordable-in-kansas-31362423-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Over the Next Three Years, Kelly Administration’s Tax Cuts Will Save More Than $1 Billion in Taxes for Kansans Gov. Kelly signs tax exemption https://www.americantowns.com/news/icymi-governor-laura-kelly-signs-bipartisan-bill-cutting-property-taxes-31362432-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/icymi-governor-laura-kelly-signs-bipartisan-bill-cutting-property-taxes-31362432-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Governor thanks child care providers for hard work and ongoing dedication to Kansas children TOPEKA – On May 6th, Governor Laura Kelly is https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-proclaims-child-care-provider-appreciation-day-in-kansas-31362452-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-proclaims-child-care-provider-appreciation-day-in-kansas-31362452-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Governor Recognizes Fallen Officers Who Gave Ultimate Sacrifice TOPEKA – On May 6th, Governor Laura Kelly honored fallen law enforcement https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-honors-kansas-law-enforcement-officers-31362473-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-laura-kelly-honors-kansas-law-enforcement-officers-31362473-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Governor Laura Kelly Signs Bill Cutting Property Taxes, Save All Kansans Money “I know inflation is hurting everyone’s wallet, and https://www.americantowns.com/news/kansan-to-kansan-week-of-may-2-2022-31363230-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/kansan-to-kansan-week-of-may-2-2022-31363230-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Public Comment Period Open for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Proposal The Kansas Department of Commerce released their announcement of https://www.americantowns.com/news/kansas-commission-on-disability-concerns-news-may-9-2022-31363270-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/kansas-commission-on-disability-concerns-news-may-9-2022-31363270-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Announcing a New Webinar - ADA Learning Session: "The Realities of Emergency Management: Understanding Our Realities and How They Impact Inclusive https://www.americantowns.com/news/kansas-commission-on-disability-concerns-ada-information-network-message-emergency-management-and-preparednessinclusion-of-persons-with-disabilities-31364188-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/kansas-commission-on-disability-concerns-ada-information-network-message-emergency-management-and-preparednessinclusion-of-persons-with-disabilities-31364188-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Topeka, KS – Governor Laura Kelly encourages Kansans to participate in the next KANSASWORKS Statewide Virtual Job Fair. The virtual job fair https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-kelly-announces-upcoming-statewide-virtual-job-fair-31364228-topeka-ks.html https://www.americantowns.com/news/governor-kelly-announces-upcoming-statewide-virtual-job-fair-31364228-topeka-ks.html Government and Politics Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500