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Body At the start of the last meeting of 2024 for the Rooks County Commission on Tuesday, December 31st, register of deeds April Brown was present to update the commissioners on the County’s computer server.

Body Feb. 15—Coffeyville Bancorp, Inc. and Stockton Bancshares, Inc. announced signing a Definitive Merger Agreement. Lyla Oller was named Rooks County Spelling Bee winner. Chet and Annette Look sold their Culligan dealership to Culligan of Kearney. Rex Wise (1949) and Shirley F.

Body The 40th annual Parade of Christmas Trees at the Stockton Public Library has come to a close, with over 40 trees on display this year. Throughout December, people signed the register and voted for their favorites. Now, it is time to announce the winners!

Body Governor Laura Kelly announced Thursday last week that in 2025, Kansans are projected to save $156 million due to the reduction in the state sales tax rate from 2% to zero and the “Axe the Food Tax” legislation she signed in 2022.

Body REPUBLIC COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has secured the arrest of a man connected to the death of a Belleville infant.On Thursday, Jan. 2, at approximately 11 a.m.

Body The 4-H program in Rooks County has been enjoyed by families for several generations. The program has emphasized 'learning by doing' with projects for kids from elementary through their high school ages.

Body At the start of the Stockton City Commission meeting on Monday, December 23rd, the commissioners approved the Consent Agenda as follows: Solomon Valley Manor gross payroll for $75,898.99, Solomon Valley Manor warrants for $48,229.16, City of Stockton warrants for $133,215.

Body Last January, the Stockton Sentinel had to change its “98 Years Ago” column to “94 Years Ago” due to no copies of the 1927, 1928, and 1929 bound books to be found.

Body Every February, the Kansas Music Educators Association holds an annual Inservice Workshop in Wichita. At this convention, students across Kansas share their gift of music when they are accepted to participate in the 2025 All-State Ensembles.

Body Five Rooks County businesses were recognized at a Business Appreciation event held in Plainville at the Handle-Bar Tavern & Eatery on Monday, December 16.