Gov. Pillen Issues Statement Upon Departure of Hantavirus-Exposed Guests from UNMC

LINCOLN, NE -- Governor Jim Pillen issued the statement below following the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s (UNMC) announcement that, in coordination with the CDC and home state governments, some of the hantavirus-exposed guests who have been quarantined at the National Quarantine Unit...

Hofmann Selected for Elite 11 Veterinarian Program Cohort

LINCOLN — Twenty-one students from across the Cornhusker State have been selected for the newest cohort of the Nebraska Elite 11 Veterinarian Program, a highly competitive University of Nebraska–Lincoln initiative designed to address the state’s shortage of food animal veterinarians.

Vacation Bible School Across the County

Vacation Bible Schools are starting up around the county.Find out when you can send your child or grandchild.The theme at the Stromsburg churches is Emerald Crossing: An Irish Adventure Through Psalm 23.Tuesday was “Jesus is Our Shepherd”.

Grace Notes

“If at first you don’t succeed, try, try, try again.” That familiar proverb was first spoken by William E. Hickson.Author Wendy Northcutt was neither so encouraging nor optimistic. “If at first you don’t succeed, skydiving is not for you.” Oops! It sounds like someone discovered that the hard way!

God’s Word: Verses for this Week

“Now when Jesus saw great multitudes about him, he gave commandment to depart unto the other side. And a certain scribe came, and said unto him, Master, I will follow thee whither soever thou goest.

Senior Center

CALENDAR: Regular Events: Mondays at 8 AM: Bridge Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-9:30 AM: Senior chair exercises Thursdays at 1 PM: Dominoes Cards, pool and puzzles daily

Walnut Street Closing for Construction

SHELBY - Walnut Street is under construction in Shelby. Here is the schedule. A detour will be set up when necessary. Follow the posted signs. Gehring Construction and Ready Mix Co. from Columbus is doing the work.

Library News

Book club reading list for Shelby Community Library: June: A Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake Summer reading contest starts May 20th and ends July 13th. Prizes awarded with a grand prize of a $100 shopping spree.

Pedicure Clinics

Pedicure Clinics will be held at the Polk County Health Department the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. Please call the health department to make an appointment.

Alt Named Above and Beyond Winner

Chris Alt of Shelby-Rising City was named an NSAA Above & Beyond Winner.Here is what was said about him: Chris is a shining example of someone who quietly and consistently makes a difference in the lives of students and staff.