Above: Farmers’ market at the Polk County fair. Want more? The Shelby Farmers Market will be starting on Wednesday, July 16 at 6 p.m. and run every Wednesday night until August 27th. Photo provided.

Above: The Osceola Methodist Church is bringing farm fresh produce to Osceola weekly. This produce is donated from farms in the area with surplus. Bring a bag or box and take what you can use. Tuesdays from 4-4:30 PM at the Methodist Church parking lot.

Charles Noyd, Polk County Historical Society president, gave a presentation on a few of the 61 female homesteaders in Polk County. Featured were Christine, Caroline and Louise Anderson, and Clara Ticehurst as well as a few others. Noyd hopes to do more research and turn this into a book some day. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Julia Stewart (left) was a finalist placing in the top ten of her event, Chapter Service Project. Photo provided.

Lee Peterson (right) was recognized for 30 years of service with USPS, and Pam Johnson (left) has been his sub for 29 years. Lee can’t remember who was his relief carrier his first year. We are extremely lucky to have two locals that care about their customers and are committed to providing great service. Photo provided.