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Children’s Immunization Clinics

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
The Polk County Health Department will have an immunization clinic at the Polk County Health Department, Stromsburg, NE, on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. An appointment is required.

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York Walmart Closes After Arson

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Sunday (Nov. 15th) at approximately 11:26 AM, York Police officers responded to the report of possible arson at Walmart (101 E. David Dr.). Upon arrival, York police officers located an adult male who admitted to setting merchandise on fire inside the store.
Covenant Home Clips

Covenant Home Clips

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Covenant Home Clips

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Thanksgiving is nearly here, already! Many of our residents at Midwest Covenant Home comment how quickly this year is passing by, and it is hard to believe it is past the middle of November. Yet, at the same time, they are anticipating their families coming to visit over the holiday season.
Above: Heather Roberts of Osceola (right) received the Caring Kind award at the Nebraska Hospital conference. Photo provided.

Above: Heather Roberts of Osceola (right) received the Caring Kind award at the Nebraska Hospital conference. Photo provided.

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ROBERTS RECEIVES CARING KIND AWARD

Staff Report
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
OSCEOLA - The Caring Kind Award, established by the Nebraska Hospital Association, annually honors employees of member hospitals who distinguish themselves by their caring and compassion. Hospitals across the state select a Caring Kind recipient from within their respective institutions.
Football Contest Winner

Football Contest Winner

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McMeekin Wins Week 12

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
The winner of week twelve’s football contest is Todd McMeekin of Osceola who missed three.Coming in second was Nyal Rowse who missed five. Eight people missed six.There were 30 entries this week. The Huskers had a week off, but face Penn State at 6 PM on Saturday on NBC.
Siena Theis (CC, 7th grade)

Siena Theis (CC, 7th grade)

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TWO YOUTH SELECTED FOR HONORARY CHOIR

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Each year the Nebraska Choral Directors Association hold a few events. One is the Singing Youth of Nebraska. This event is by audition only. Over 500 youth aged 7th to 9th grade auditioned for this honor choir. A limit of 20 students per teacher is set for auditions.
Fiber is coming to rural Polk County. NNTC (Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company) received a grant and broke ground this week. Photos provided.

Fiber is coming to rural Polk County. NNTC (Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company) received a grant and broke ground this week. Photos provided.

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NNTC Breaks Ground

Staff Report
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Northeast Nebraska Telephone Company has broken ground in Polk County this last week. Construction is 50% done in the area, according to NNTC marketing manager Melissa Lanzourakis. Construction should finish in mid-January, weather permitting.
Osceola one act performs “The Best Christmas Pageant” at Cross County last week. Pictured are Jackson Beard as Charlie, Josie Sunday as Mrs. Warren and Graci Conkling as Beth. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

Osceola one act performs “The Best Christmas Pageant” at Cross County last week. Pictured are Jackson Beard as Charlie, Josie Sunday as Mrs. Warren and Graci Conkling as Beth. PCN file photo by Beth Sparrow.

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One Act: Huskies and Storm Champs

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
KEARNEY- Three of our teams competed at the 10th annual Mel Shoemaker Memorial Play Production Showcase in Kearney, a large one-act meet on Saturday.High Plains received first in their division and were awarded Outstanding Technical Production.