Stories from Friday, May 27, 2011

In keeping with the history of Memorial Day, or "Decoration Day" as it was originally called, which began as a direct result of the Civil War in 1867, this column is devoted to the "military honors" provided whenever possible to deceased Union and Confederate soldiers who died during the Civil War...

When Dave and I were first married I started noticing a strange behavior in older couples -- the majority of them would dine in restaurants without talking to each other. BORING! I told myself. What's the point of being together if you aren't talking?...

First Southern Baptist Church will host "Church in the Park" this Sunday at 5:30 p.m. at Gunn Park Shelter House 2 in Fort Scott. The event will feature Markel Porter in concert. A cookout is planned, along with games for the family. For more information call (620) 249-7738...

I'm going to get right to the point. I am challenging readers of my column to get outside and walk. In an effort get my physical activity back on track, I have decided to set a goal for myself. I have learned through this journey to set realistic goals that still stretch me a little bit farther than I thought I could go...

Editor's Note: Due to Memorial Day weekend, The Tribune will not have a Tuesday edition. This is Nell Dikeman's column for May 31. 100 YEARS AGO (1911) (May 27) (AP): New York. Coney Island -- New York's playground suffered the worst fire in its history this morning. ...

To the Editor: I would like to give a big thank you to all community businesses that sponsored the SOS party for 2011. If it wasn't for the contributions from the businesses this event would not have been possible. This event allowed our students to enjoy food, fun and win prizes in a safe environment and to be together for the last time as a whole senior class...

The city of Fort Scott offices will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. The offices will reopen Tuesday, May 31. The city's tree and brush dump site, located on North Hill, will also be closed on Saturday, May 28, for the Memorial Day holiday...

A headline in Thursday's edition of the Tribune was incorrect. The events listed as taking place at the Fort Scott National Historic Site are next weekend. However, different events are set at FSNHS this weekend to mark Memorial Day.

The Greg and Sharon Dunn Ministry will present a community concert at 7 p.m. Friday, and Sunday, May 29, at 10:45 a.m. The event will be held at Cherry Grove Baptist Church, U.S. Highway 69 and Calvary Road, Garland.

Organizers of a job fair held Wednesday at Fort Scott Community College said the event was a success. The fair, hosted by the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce, gave area job-seekers a chance to talk with a variety of participating businesses about available positions and possible employment. The event was held at the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center on the FSCC campus...

Submitted to the Tribune As part of its commemoration of Memorial Day weekend, the Fort Scott National Historic Site will honor the courage and dedication of the U.S. military and offer a glimpse into life in the 1840s. The sounds of hooves clattering and artillery roaring across the parade ground will greet visitors to the site, along with the scent of freshly-baked bread and the sight of a soldier swinging an axe...

The future of the historic bath house at the municipal pool remains up in the air as the Fort Scott City Commission began discussions on what to do with the structure. Kyle McCawley, an engineer with Larkin Aquatics, presented three options to the commission and audience members at a special meeting earlier this week. ...

Bourbon County Democrats will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 31, in the Danny and Willa Ellis Family Fine Arts Center at Fort Scott Community College, 2108 S. Horton. All Democrats are welcome. Those interested in considering running for an office for the 2012 elections are encouraged to attend...

MANHATTAN -- NurseryWorks -- Kansas State University's first conference for nursery crop retailers and producers -- will debut June 15-16. Any of the nation's nursery growers can attend, either online from their own computer or in person at K-State's hometown -- Manhattan, the "Little Apple."...

Motorheads from colleges around the nation -- and world -- were making their way Thursday to Pittsburg State University for this weekend's Baja. Trailers in the parking lot of the Kansas Technology Center proclaim each team's allegiance: Auburn University War Eagle Racing, California State Poly Bronco Racing, Michigan State Off-Road Racing, Ohio State Baja Buckeyes, University of Arkansas Racin' Razorbacks and others, a news release said...