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Body The Daily Grind in Stockton will have a food trailer at the Rooks County Fairgrounds by the Sutor-Blauer Arena on Tuesday, August 5th, through Friday, August 8th, from 7:00 a.m. until noon during the judging sessions.

Body After more than a decade of providing a safe, fun, and faith-filled space for youth in our community, the Fusion Christian Youth Center is beginning a new chapter in ministry.

Body “This year’s area wheat harvest went pretty well,” according to Farmers Union Merc & Shipping Association General Manager Michael Carpenter. “We had a couple small rain delays, but they only lasted for a day or so.

Body The Stockton Fire Department responded to two fire calls in July—one in the country and one in Stockton. The first one occurred on Wednesday, July 9th, at 5:04 p.m.

Body (The following article is taken from the unapproved July 15th regular meeting minutes of the Stockton City Commission.) The second regular meeting of the month was called to order at 5:00 p.m.

Body The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2014 Ford Escape driven by 17-yearold Onna Jorge-Thelisma of Pittsburg, Kansas, was westbound on 515th Avenue just east of S 240th Street. The driver attempted to drive through an active railroad crossing arm. A southbound train struck the SUV.

Body The first order of business for the Rooks County Commission on Tuesday, July 15th, was a meeting with appraiser Ronda Morgan.

Body The El As De Oros Mexican restaurant at 711 South Washington in Plainville is set to reopen its doors this Friday, July 25th. The eating establishment had recently faced challenging times as the Stockton Sentinel reported last week.

Body The idea of installing a crucifix to watch over the St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery in Stockton was first discussed at a Knights of Columbus meeting more than five years ago.

Body Showcase Rooks County Conservation through your photography by entering the 2025 Rooks County Conservation District’s Photo Contest. The contest is open to contestants aged 2 to 18.