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'You've Got a Serious, Serious Problem': Asbestos Expert Sounds Alarm on Courthouse

An expert who has studied asbestos since 1968 says deteriorating pipe insulation in the Bourbon County Courthouse basement needs immediate lab testing.

County Employees And Elected Officials Describe A Workplace Of Fear And Low Morale

County officials describe a climate of paranoia, fear, and micromanagement at the Bourbon County courthouse.

Fired on Day 90: County Dismissed Maintenance Worker Hours After He Sought Asbestos Testing

A part-time commission assistant fired him. Three of the five commissioners say no vote ever gave her that authority.

Bourbon County Commission Divided Over Plan To Reclaim Hospital

A look at the legal action being proposed over the former hospital — and the plan officials say would follow if it moves forward.

Open Records Trace Hospital Memo Leak to Former County Commissioner

In calls placed before a March 9 executive session, a former commissioner detailed its subject matter — and records trace the release of a now public memo to him.

Bourbon County Weighs Legal Options Regarding Fort Scott Hospital

A newly public memo details why Bourbon County officials have discussed possible legal action to reclaim the former Mercy Hospital building.