A boundary change in 1869 put it into Wilson County.

By 2008 the population of Wilson County had risen to nearly 110,000.

Wilson County was the site of an important saltpeter mine.

The family moved to Wilson County, Kansas in late 1869 when he was less than six months old.

The tornado moved into Wilson County, downing many trees, power lines, and signs.

By 1916 it was one of the eight largest villages in Wilson County with residents numbering 100.

The community was established in 1812, making it the second oldest town in Wilson County.

The learning curve for clinics, schools and courts here in Wilson County has been steep.

An estimated 8,000 residents in Wilson County were left without power following the tornado.

Wilson County voted in favor of secession from the Union, and sent several military units to serve.