Stories from Thursday, January 21, 2016

A wintry mix of freezing drizzle and light snow that hit the area Tuesday led to several vehicle slide-offs and accidents throughout Bourbon County, keeping local emergency response agencies busy throughout the day. Fort Scott Police Department Chief Travis Shelton said Thursday the FSPD has taken reports of several vehicle incidents since Tuesday, but nothing serious was reported...

Wearing multiple hats is something Gary Klan is used to doing. He is the second candidate to interview for the USD 235 superintendent/secondary principal. Klahn currently holds a dual position in Bartlett, Neb., where for the past five years, he has served as superintendent/principal...

Joseph James Price, a resident of rural Fort Scott, died Thursday morning at his home. Funeral services for Joseph James Price will be announced by the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott.

Gay Eloise Post, age 83, resident of Fort Scott died Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016, at Mercy Hospital in Fort Scott. Funeral arrangements for Gay Post will be announced by the Cheney Witt Chapel 201 S. Main St.

Sue "Carrol" (Wilson) Stockton, of Ottawa, Kan., embarked upon her final journey Jan. 20, 2016, surrounded by family. Her laughter and joyful love for her family and friends will be missed by all who were blessed to know her. Affectionately known as "Grandma Shorty" by her beloved grandchildren, Carrol's heart was anything but small. ...