Rooks Countians were treated to a first look at the new Rooks County Health Center when two different views on a quarter-page artist’s drawing were published in the March 9, 2006 paper.

A Scrapbook Crop Event was planned for March 18 as a fundraiser for the Stockton Fire Department.

At the Rooks County Spelling Bee, although Stockton didn’t claim the championship position, they were proud of the accomplishments of their 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th place showings. Sage Penner finished 2nd, Leslee Damrow was 3rd place, and Blake Armstrong and Molly Schleicher claimed the 4th and 5th place spots. Winning the champion spot was Cole Smith of Plainville.

The 2005 Kansas Bankers Association Conservation Award Winners for Rooks County were Don and Sandy Benoit, and Tom and Donna Benoit, who farm in western Rooks and eastern Graham counties.

What Was Going On 14 Years Ago The Stockton Tigers were crowned the MCEL Basketball Tournament Champions following their win over the Ellis Railers on Jan. 12, 2006. Team members

What Was Going On 14 Years Ago Rooks County Commissioners Bob Schamel, Gary LeRock and Pat Hageman met with members of the Rooks County Fair Board to discuss the number

What Was Going On 14 Years Ago Ellis native, Lynn Fisher, MD had joined the Rooks County Health Center and was seeing patients in Plainville, Stockton and Palco. Rich Bouchey

What Was Going On 14 Years Ago La Feria Mexican Restaurant was hosting their Grand Opening on Dec. 31 at 425 Main Street in Stockton. The restaurant was housed in

Two fugitives from justice seriously altered an otherwise peaceful Saturday morning in Rooks County as they led law enforcement officers on a high-speed chase. Heading north on 183, they proceeded