Noyd Speaking at Merrick Co. Historical Meeting

What:  Merrick County Historical Museum's Annual Membership Meeting  (business meeting and program) When:  Doors open 1:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, January 11 so that persons have a chance to purchase their 2026 membership.  Membership in good standing--paid-- is required to vote.

Gov. Pillen, NDVA Recognize Over 170 World War II Veterans

NEBRASKA GOVERNOR(NEB.) — Over 170 of Nebraska’s living World War II veterans have received Nebraska’s “Celebrating 80 Years of Victory” medal in over 80 presentations around the state since the program launched in early 2025.

From the Museum

One of the items retrieved from Grandpa’s Workshop at the museum was a pair of horns, about eight inches long and large at the base, mounted together on a piece of wood.I had thought of buffalo as the source, but could not get clear affirmation of that from my fellow historians.

Covenant Home Clips

The New Year is full steam ahead by now, yet many of us are still trying to get used to writing 2026 on our checks, letters, and other papers. Eventually we will get the hang of it, hopefully before the next year comes!

The Good Life in 2026

NEBRASKA SENATOREvery New Year, we have the opportunity to reflect on the last year and plan for the future. With family and friends by our side, we enter the New Year with clarity and inspiration. We should be grateful that we live in Nebraska.

2026 Candidates Can Begin Filing

Monday was opening day, no, not for hunting season, for election filings. It was the first day a candidate could file to put his/her name on the ballot for the 2026 election.What elections will we be voting on? The Nebraska secretary of state website lists the state offices that are up for election.

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.