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Body The Kansas Department of Transportation has announced approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place March 16, 2022, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work.

Body If I like it, it’s mine. If it’s in my mouth, it’s mine. If I can take it from you, it’s mine. If I had it a little while ago, it’s mine. If it’s mine, it must never appear to be yours in any way. If I’m chewing something up, all the pieces are mine.

Body The Kansas Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) recently held its 139th Conference in Abilene. The conference’s main speaker was Mary Jean Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Dwight (Ike) Eisenhower. Mr.

Body Stockton City Commissioner Bob Becker has been appointed to a twoyear term on the Kansas League of Municipalities Governing Body. Becker is serving as the Northwest Kansas Area Representative.

Body Emergency management director Butch Post was at the Rooks County Commission meeting, held on Tuesday, April 5th to talk to the commissioners about rescinding the County’s COVID disaster resolution that was put in place on May 29th, 2020.

Body It’s been just under a year ago since the stilling basin at Webster Reservoir, located west of Stockton, was closed to all activities last April 19th, 2021. The location was closed for approximately three years to allow completion of a $22.

Body The Sentinel will be highlighting the Stockton High School Class of 2022 in its annual graduation feature which will appear in our May 5th issue.

Body The Stockton Sentinel is asking for the SHS seniors or their parents to bring in an 8x10 framed photo for our annual window display. Get your pictures in soon to keep this tradition alive! Please call 785-425-6354 to make arrangements.

Body The metal Stockton Tiger signs popped up in the Stockton Main Street concrete planters a few weeks ago and are an attractive addition to the town. But who made them and how did it all come together?

Body The Rooks County Commission met on Tuesday, March 29th with the first order of business being a meeting with appraiser Heather Poore. She showed the commissioner a short video explaining valuations, taxes, mil levy, etc.