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Body Rooks County Health Center (RCH) cancels its discounted health screening program held the first Friday of every month, called First Friday Screenings, in order to offer the same screenings at a discount on a daily basis. The screenings now will be offered 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Body December may be the season of giving—but it’s typically a challenging time to collect enough blood donations. Add in a pandemic, and this year could be even tougher than usual.

Body On Tuesday, December 15th, Sandi Rogers and Don McLaughlin were honored for their years of service at the last Stockton City Commission meeting they would be attending as commissioners.

Body IN THE WEEKS BEFORE CHRISTMAS, the RCH Auxiliary begins selling memorial lights in memory of a deceased loved one.

Body Eastern redcedar Despite being native to the Great Plains, Eastern redcedar (Juniperus virginiana) escapes from shelterbelt and ornamental plantings have resulted in widespread infestation of range and pasture that often require management.

Body The year 2020 has had its ups and downs. Do not make it worse by driving impaired. The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) reminds everyone the holidays are a time when impaired driving crashes and fatalities are typically at their highest.

Body In this season of hope, faith and gratitude, we want to share our thanks and best wishes with all of you. We’re so grateful for the gifts of friendship and community that have made our year so special.

Body At the Stockton Board of Education regular monthly meeting, held on Monday, December 7th, the board members present discussed the Senior Trip. This year’s seniors do have the funds for a trip, but the question asked is if this is something the students want to continue to do?