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God’s Word: Verses for this Week

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
“So all bore witness to Him, and marveled at the gracious words which proceeded out of His mouth. And they said, “Is this not Joseph’s son?” He said to them, “You will surely say this proverb to Me, ‘Physician, heal yourself! Whatever we have heard done in Capernaum, do also here in Your country.

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Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Drop Off

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Shoebox Drop-Off for Operation Christmas Child runs next week from November 17th through the 24th.For the 9th year, St. Paul Lutheran Church in Osceola, is the official drop-off center for our area.Shoebox gifts provide God’s love in a tangible way, to children throughout the world.

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Cross County School Board Report

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
by Beth Sparrow STROMSBURG - Monday was meeting night, for three school boards, a village and a city. Cross County was one of those who met in open and public session.They discussed career academy where three teachers have added a class that relates to a career.

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Tomte Scavenger Hunt for Kids

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The Stromsburg Woman’s Club is sponsoring a Tomte Scavenger Hunt for children ages 1-10 on Saturday, November 29th during the Lighting of the Square!The downtown square will contain 30 hidden Tomte ornaments. Children are encouraged to find ONE Tomte placed in a bag with an identifying number.
The charging stations located in the parking area between the RPPD, the Mexican restaurant and Olson’s car repair will no longer be in service. The agreement between the RPPD and the city has run out. The city is removing the meters and disconnecting electricity since no one is paying for it. The stations are owned by RPPD so the city cannot add a payment method to them. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

The charging stations located in the parking area between the RPPD, the Mexican restaurant and Olson’s car repair will no longer be in service. The agreement between the RPPD and the city has run out. The city is removing the meters and disconnecting electricity since no one is paying for it. The stations are owned by RPPD so the city cannot add a payment method to them. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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Charging Stations Disconnected

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025

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From the Desk of the Superintendent

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
The fall sports seasons have officially ended. Congratulations to the players and coaches in softball, volleyball and football for successful seasons. You all have much to be proud of.
Press release from Polk County Sheriff

Press release from Polk County Sheriff

ATV Accident Takes Life of One

Staff Report
Friday, November 7, 2025
ATV/Pedestrian accident 1 mile south of highway 66 on County Road C happened in Polk County on Thursday, November 6th about 5:18 pm. According to Polk County Sheriff Ladwig, the driver of the ATV was Nicholas Rodine, age 42, of Polk.
Covenant Home Clips

Covenant Home Clips

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Covenant Home Clips

News Staff
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
It’s definitely November, though the weather is milder than it could be. Driving through Stromsburg one sees several colorful trees, the only problem is it doesn’t last long! Yet it is a beautiful reminder of God’s creation and the beauty only He can create.