Stories from Tuesday, September 13, 2016

Fort Scott Community College ran 103 plays in its game against Iowa Western at Frary Field Saturday night. The Greyhounds had more first downs. They ran more passing plays and more running plays. Quarterback Nathan Rourke tried keeping his team in it, showing Harry Houdini-esque abilities to elude the rush. Two of his receivers put themselves on FSCC's record list for single-game receptions. The defense held on two Reiver red zone opportunities in the first half...

Much of the discussion at Monday's meeting of the USD 234 Board of Education was centered around the status of continuing school bond projects. Robby Manthei, project manager for Nabholz Construction Services of Olathe, construction manager for the bond projects, shared a variety of news with board members, including updates on progress at all four schools, as well as timelines...

The Fort Scott National Historic Site is the location of Symbols of Sacrifice and the Field of Honor, where nearly 7,000 flags are placed. Each flag represents an individual who has given their life during the Global War on Terrorism. The Field of Honor is open during daylight hours until noon Thursday...