Above: Senator Jana Hughes visited Shelby-RC Schools on Tuesday. Here she is shown reading a book about squirrels to the third grade class in the community library. PCN photo by Ken Kush

Today, linemen across the country paused their work to focus on what matters most: safety and going home alive. The Polk County RPPD joined in by taking time with their crew in the field—sharing ice cream, discussing hazards and risks, learning from past experiences, and recommitting to protecting each other. At Polk Co. RPPD, safety is their top priority, and while they believe they do a great job, they say “we can always do better”. Photo provided.

Sydnee Goosen is the new postal clerk in Polk. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.