Colwell - Thompson

Sidney and Helen Colwell of Fort Scott, Kan., announce the engagement of their daughter, Alissa Anne Colwell of Jackson, to James Bradley Thompson. He is the son of Brad and Paula Thompson of Jackson.

Colwell is a 2004 graduate of Fort Scott High School, and attended Fort Scott Community College. She is employed by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Missouri.

Thompson is a 2000 graduate of Jackson High School. He is employed by Standley Batch Systems.

A Sept. 6 wedding is planned at Immaculate Conception Church in Jackson.