QoV News

Stars, Stripes, and Stitches QoV group will be working at the Shelby Legion Post 296 from 9am-3pm on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Please join us for all or part of the day.Note: Our next workday will be March 7.

2026 Fishing Forecast, Guide now available

Explore Nebraska Game and Parks’ 2026 Fishing Forecast and 2026 Fishing Guide to help plan your next fishing trip — no matter the season.These two resources are available to download at OutdoorNebraska.gov or print copies can be found at retailers where fishing permits are sold.

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 Fridays at 1 PM: Bingo Cards, pool and puzzles daily

Gresham News

Sons of the Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary will meet Friday, February 6th, at 1:00 p.m. at the Dey Warehouse for a workday. Poppies will be replaced on the cemetery crosses. All members are urged to attend.Centennial Board of Education will meet Monday, February 9th, at 8 p.m.

Registration Opens for 2026 Nebraska Ranch Practicum

Lincoln, Neb. —Ranchers and cattle producers interested in learning about the latest cutting-edge research in range livestock production from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln are encouraged to register for the 2026 Nebraska Ranch Practicum offered by Nebraska Extension.

Polk Library News

Good day from the Polk Public Library! The snow on Saturday was nice but I was so glad most of it melted yesterday! We do need moisture!The author of the month is Danielle Steel. A patron wanted some of her books as she had read all of the ones I had on the shelves.

Icy Road Conditions Lead to Accident in Merrick County

Reported by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Office: Icy road conditions led a deputy to be dispatched to Highway 39 south of Silver Creek to investigate a single vehicle accident.

2026 Fishing Forecast, Guide now available

Explore Nebraska Game and Parks’ 2026 Fishing Forecast and 2026 Fishing Guide to help plan your next fishing trip — no matter the season.These two resources are available to download at OutdoorNebraska. gov or print copies can be found at retailers where fishing permits are sold.

Call a 30-second timeout, before changing the criteria for selection to the Nebraska Hall of Fame

ALL THINGS NEBRASKATom Osborne for the Nebraska Hall of Fame? Sign me up.But maybe it’s worth spending a bit of time considering the rules for induction into the state’s most prestigious honor.They aren’t very good. First off, a person must have been dead for 35 years before they can be considered.

Celebrating the Gift of Life

REPRESENTING YOUADRIAN SMITHLife is a gift worthy of protection, care, and support at every stage.