The Kansas County Clerks & Election Officials Association (KCCEOA) Annual Spring Conference was held in Topeka from May 2nd to May 5th. The Hotel Topeka at City Center was the host venue for the conference with the theme of “When Everyone Leads.” The conference opened with a Flag Ceremony by Boy Scout Troop #10.

Phone: 785-994-6370 (home) or 785-476-5206 (cell) One afternoon this past week, I was sure it was finally our turn to have a good rain with thunder and raindrops beginning to fall, but once again, that was the total amount we received. Most of my family all had a half to an inch or more in their locations in central Kansas, and my sister at Riley even over four inches.

First Christian Church welcomed Matt MacConnell as our new preaching minister this week. Matt delivered a message of expectations: his and that of church members. It will be a journey of new relationships, and we all have high hopes that God will be glorified.

'THAT'S ALL FOLKS!' I grew up watching all the various Looney Tunes cartoons. Yes, it was a huge waste of time as a kid. And yes, my parents should have instilled in me a work ethic by various means rather than let me waste so much of this life. Kids learn by doing. However, I can't help but recall the famous ending to many of those cartoons—'That's All Folks!' Yes, that ending was simply saying the cartoon was over. But decades later, being now a Bible-believing Christian, it's easy to pull the idea over into the spiritual realm. Some people believe that upon death, 'That's All Folks!' But is it? Jesus told His disciples, 'I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself' (John 14:2-3). Jesus did go away from earth to heaven nearly 2,000 years ago and hasn't yet returned. Will He keep His promise? Paul believed so. He told believers in Thessalonica, 'For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord' (1 Thes. 4:16-17). Paul fully believed there was life after life. He also stated, 'For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain' (Phil. 1:21). Paul knew that heaven would be a huge 'gain' or far better than living with all of the Lord's blessings here on earth. In other words, Paul understood and would have stated about dying, 'That's Not All Folks!' Paul knew that nothing—not even death—'shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord' (Rom. 8:38-39). Mel Blanc, the voice behind many of the Looney Tunes characters, passed away in 1989. Can you guess what phrase is on his tombstone? It might be cute, but thankfully, 'That's Not All Folks!'

“Good afternoon, friends, family, teachers, faculty, the board of education, and most importantly, Class of 2023. I’m so honored to be able to speak to all of you today. Before I begin, I would like to say thank you to all of the teachers, staff, and board of education at Stockton Schools for everything they have done for us during our time here. Next, I would like to thank our parents and families for the support they have given us our whole life. I would like to thank Mrs. Basart for being our sponsor this year and letting all our crazy ideas come to life. Finally, I want to say a big thank you to Mrs. Cravens for all the support she has offered over the last four years. She has been our biggest fan and has always wanted the best for us.

Commencement Lead-Ins.

Commencement Ushers.

Come in and check us out!!! New titles in the library for adults are: • “The 23rd Midnight” by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro • “My Heart Will Find You” by Jude Deveraux (Large Print) • “The Bride Wore White” by Amanda Quick (Large Print) • “Patrick Mahomes The Rise of a Champion” forward by Patrick Mahomes New titles in the library for kids are: • “A little Peaceful Spot” is a story about Mindfulness by Diane Alber • “A Little Spot of Confidence” is a story about believing in yourself • “A Little Spot of Love” • “A Little Spot of Anger” is a story about managing BIG emotions • “A Little Spot of Sadness” is a story about empathy and compassion • “A Little Spot of Anxiety” is a story about calming your worries • “A Little Spot of Empathy” is about understanding and kindness • “A Little Spot of Belonging” is about being true to yourself and making friends • “A Little Spot of Frustration” is about self-control • “A Little Spot of Boredom” • “A Little Spot of Happiness” • “A Little Calm Spot” is about yoga and feeling focused • “A little Spot of Feelings” • “A Little Spot of Worry” • “A Little Spot of Flexible Thinking” is about adapting to change • “A Little Scribble Spot” is about colorful emotions • “The Party Diaries” by Mitali Banerjee Ruths • “Worm and Caterpillar are Friends” by Kaz Windness • “Beak & Ally Snow Birds” by Norm Feuti • “Scribble Stones” by Diane Alber • “Ancient Night” by David Alvarez • “Remember” by Joy Harjo Remember to come in and sign up early for your spot in our Summer Reading Program! We have some really amazing weeks of fun planned!.

The Stockton Church of Restoration’s Vacation Bible School (204 North Elm) is set for Monday, June 12th through Wednesday, June 14th, for grades Pre-K through fifth grade. The morning sessions will be held from 9:00 a.m.