The Fort Scott High School Lady Tigers bounced back after a nearly even first half to outlast the Chanute Lady Blue Comets 54-35, while the Tiger boys fell 49-35 in a fast-paced battle with Chanute ...

Although no decisions have been made, local leaders are discussing the possibility of a trash collection day for county residents. During a combined work session Thursday, Feb. 6, at the Empress Event ...

Bourbon County Commissioners are looking into the possibility of an onsite auction of old medical equipment not needed by Freeman Health Systems, which plans to bring healthcare services to the county ...

Jean Russell, age 74, a resident of Fort Scott, Kan., passed away Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at her home. Leota Jean Russell was born Sept. 9, 1950, in Fort Scott, the daughter of Charles Gruver and ...