Stories from Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Helen Louise Bolling, 82, of Bronson, Kan., passed away peacefully on Dec. 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born to Archie and Neola Clark, Helen was a woman of remarkable creativity and generosity. Affectionately known as the “Archi-tect,” she had a passion for remodeling and reimagining her home, creating a sanctuary for all who entered. ...

George Edward Montgomery, Jr., 81, of Fort Scott, went to meet the Lord on Wednesday evening, Dec. 11, 2024, in Kansas City at KU Medical Center. He was born Jan. 16, 1943, in Pulaskifield, Mo., the son of George Edward Montgomery Sr., and Una Mae (Edwards) Montgomery. He married Terry Simons on Feb. 4, 1972, in Miami, Okla. She survives of the home...

Last year, members of Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church celebrated Christmas Mass in their school's gymnasium. This year, Mass will be held in their new church building. See Wednesday's print or online edition for full story.

In their final meeting of 2024, Fort Scott City Commissioners approved an amendment to the city’s 2024 budget that will allow spending of funds beyond the authority for the 2024 budget. After a discussion, commissioners approved an amendment pertaining to Stormwater Fund No. 719 and Golf Fund No. 219. During a public hearing, taxpayers had a chance to ask questions relating to the proposed use of funds...

A jury trial for a Fort Scott man facing a felony involuntary manslaughter charge from a 2023 vehicle crash was reset Tuesday morning in Bourbon County District Court. After a discussion with attorneys in the case of the State of Kansas vs. Daniel Evan Blake, Bourbon County District Judge Mark Ward set a three-day jury trial to begin Tuesday, March 25...

Several Fort Scott High School Lady Tiger wrestlers achieved top-three finishes at a girls’ mixer Dec. 13 at Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville. See Wednesday's print or online edition for full results.