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Independence Day in Nebraska’s 4th of July City

Independence Day in Nebraska’s 4th of July City

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Independence Day in Nebraska’s 4th of July City

Deb Fischer
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
U.S. SENATOREach year on the 4th of July, families across Nebraska come together to celebrate more than just fireworks and festivals. We celebrate our founding ideals — the belief that all are created equal, endowed with the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

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A Second Take

Jim Campain, Guest Writer
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
I KNOW I SHOULD, BUT…I’m going to try something different. If it doesn’t work, I’ll go back to doing what didn’t work before.
The 2025 Polk County Fair was underway last week with a few events held early. Here the defending grand champion in the Horticulture Contest from 2024, McKenna Stewart identifies, plants, vegetables and flowers on Wednesday. PCN photo by Ken Kush.

The 2025 Polk County Fair was underway last week with a few events held early. Here the defending grand champion in the Horticulture Contest from 2024, McKenna Stewart identifies, plants, vegetables and flowers on Wednesday. PCN photo by Ken Kush.

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Culinary and Horticulture Contest

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025

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Library News

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Book club reading list for Shelby Community Library: July: A Perfect Evil byAlex Kava August: Women in White Coats by Olivia Campbee September: After the Crash by Michel Bussi October: The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton November: Winter Street Bk. 1 by Elin Hilderbrand

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Vendors at Polk Co. Fair

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Wednesday, July 9th from 6-8 PM the Farmer’s Market will be at the Polk County Fair.No vendor fee! Bring your own power, and bring your own table. It’s outdoors with plenty of space. Food trucks available. Live music, free carnival rides and fun activities for all.

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Senior Center

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Business meeting will be Wednesday, July 9th at 1 PM.Farmer’s Market starts July 16th in Shelby. Center will be serving ice cream treats. Stop in for a cool treat.Join us at the center for coffee and chat. Better yet, look over the menu and come for a meal.See you at the Polk County Fair.

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Farmers’ Market

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Farmers’ market coupons are available to persons over 60. Income guidelines for one, $28,953/ year; two-person household, $39,128/year. If you qualify contact Avis at the senior center, 402-527-5158 or 402-527-5554.
Motion is Lotion; the Importance of Movement

Motion is Lotion; the Importance of Movement

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Motion is Lotion; the Importance of Movement

Anthony P. Fiegen, Md
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
THE PRAIRIE DOCOrthopedic medicine is truly a team sport; we have the opportunity to collaborate with nonsurgical professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, among others, to deliver comprehensive musculoskeletal care.