Carolyn K. Metcalf, age 82, Plainville, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020, at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville.

Diana Kay Garten, age 60, Pratt, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at Olathe Medical Center.

Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis teamed up for the 2004 movie “Polar Express,” an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsbert. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.

The Stockton Sentinel will be closed for Christmas from Wednesday, December 23rd through Sunday, December 27th. We will be closed on Thursday, December 31st and Friday, January 1st for the New Year holiday. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!