Headlines
We are delighted to announce that the Stockton Library’s column, “From Cover To Cover,” is returning in this issue of the Sentinel-Times. After a period of…
Amos M. Jackson, 73, of Palco, has been charged with criminal threat and battery following an alleged altercation last month.According to court documents filed…
As autumn leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and gold, the Stockton FFA Goblin's Glory Halloween Extravaganza approaches. This cherished annual event, filled…
Open House Preview will be held on Sat., October 31stPrairie Heritage Auction and Real Estate will hold an estate auction on Sunday, November 1st, starting at…
What's Happening
In-person advance voting for the upcoming General Election begins Monday, October 19, 2026. The General Election itself is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3.…
Monroe-Taylor-Barnes VFW Post 8873 will hold its 2027 Annual Membership Dinner this Sunday, October 18, at the Stockton VFW Banquet Hall, 314 Main Street. The…
The Palco Lions Club invites everyone to enjoy an evening of good food and fellowship at its annual Soup Supper on Sunday, October 18, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.…
Come hungry and enjoy a delicious chicken fried steak dinner sponsored by VFW Post 8871 in Plainville this Sunday, October 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at…
Sports
The Stockton Junior High football team saved its best for last, wrapping up the 2026 season on a high note with an impressive 5814 victory over the visiting…
Courts
(If the Sentinel-Times is ever inaccurate in its reporting of District Court news, we will gladly print a retraction and correction.)JudgmentsCity of Stockton…
(If the Sentinel-Times is ever inaccurate in its reporting of Municipal Court news, we will gladly print a retraction and correction.)The following fines were…
ThecalllogfortheRooks County Sheriff’s Office for the week of October12 through October 18th reads as follows: Administrative Calls 369, 9-1-1 Calls 39, Injury…
The call log for the Rooks County Sheriff’s Office for the week of October 5th through October 11th reads as follows: Administrative Calls 361, 9-1-1 Calls 38,…
Kansas Klips
Wichita woman finds original painting lined to Bernie Madoff’s seized assetsWICHITA—A Wichita woman went to what she thought was a normal estate sale. There,…
Elephant who lived at Kansas zoo since 1972 has diedSEDGWICK COUNTY—The Sedgwick County Zoo family is heartbroken to announce the passing of Stephanie, a 55…
FHSU President announces official closure of Sternberg MuseumHAYS—“After careful deliberation, I have decided to close the Sternberg Museum's public-facing…
Sternberg Museum's future in questionHAYS—An employee of the Sternberg Museum of Natural History posted Monday night, September 21st, on Facebook that the Hays…
Opinion
Squash. Just listen to that word one more time. Squash…one of the English language’s most painful words, along with maim and trauma and rend and okra and…
* Remember, it is truly a blessing to be completely exhausted because you spent the weekend making memories with your favorite people.* Spoiler Alert for all…
Sage AdviceThe following was presented as “Old Farmers Advice”. I’m not sure who compiled it, but some pretty good points are made.– Your fences need to be…
Elfego Baca was a handsome young sheriff’s deputy when he fought a famous two-day gun battle against 80 cowhands from the Texas John Slaughter ranch. He…
Community
FCE Week in October is an annual celebration of the National Association for Family and Community Education (NaFCE) and its mission to strengthen individuals,…
The Plainville USD 271 School Board began its October 12th regular meeting by approving the Consent Calendar, which included minutes from the September 14th…
I am a proud member of our local extension district’s governing board. One of our responsibilities is the annual performance evaluations for our 14 extension…
Just in case homeowners are tempted to put the lawnmower away early this fall, Kansas State University horticulture expert Matt McKernan suggests that they…
Yesteryear
* Last Friday night at the Twin Mound schoolhouse, the Republicans held a political meeting, and a good crowd came out to hear the candidates' talks and…
* A meeting was held in the St. Joseph's Church basement, where the community worked on an action plan ahead of their meeting later in the month with Postal…
* The Plainville High School Homecoming Queen candidates were Leasa Mock, Nancy Wootton, Lora Selbe, Dana Miller, and Kim Hamel.* Mrs. Dorothy Soper had…
Obituaries
Chad Christopher Conway, 56, of Plainville, passed away on October 19, 2026, at HaysMed Center in Hays.He was born on February 4, 1970, in Plainville, Kansas,…
Judith Ann (Weigel) “Judy” Chesney, 86, of Hays, passed away on October 14, 2026, at Good Samaritan in Ellis.She was born on July 4, 1940, in Emmeram, Kansas,…
Hollie Jo (Glick) Gehring, known to those who loved her as HJ or Newt, passed away on October 4, 2026, at a Houston hospital. She was 54.She was born on June…
Sondra McCall, age 77, of Stockton, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis - Wichita.She was born in Stockton,…