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Heavy rains and strong winds hit the Stromsburg area on Monday night causing some tree damage throughout the town. Here a large tree branch down came down in between two campers. PCN photo by Ken Kush.

Heavy rains and strong winds hit the Stromsburg area on Monday night causing some tree damage throughout the town. Here a large tree branch down came down in between two campers. PCN photo by Ken Kush.

STORM DAMAGE

Annual Booster Club Golf Tourney

Cross County’s 20th annual golf tournament and fundraiser will be Saturday, July 26th at Ryan Hill Country Club with an 8 am registration and 9 am shotgun start.Register by July 19th by contacting Jarod Capler or Rachel Branting.It’s a 2-person scramble with cost of $60 which includes lunch.

Swedish Festival

Many kitchens in Stromsburg are busy preparing for the Stromsburg Swedish Midsommar Festival held June 20-22. Make plans to come and enjoy a lot of choices at Taste of Sweden and don’t forget the businesses around the square.

Can You Live Without China’s Junk?

by Dr. Glenn Mollette, Guest Writer What does China export to the United States? Items include electronics, machinery, furniture, bedding, clothing, footwear, toys, cars, motorcycles, medical equipment, needles and catheters. There is of course more.

Paddlefish snagging permits accepted July 14

Applications for paddlefish snagging permits will be accepted by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission from July 1-14.The application period opens at 1 p.m. Central time July 1. Mail applications must be received by Game and Parks’ Lincoln office by 5 p.m.
Aspects

Aspects

Aspects

Channel-surfing during an incredible news program's commercial break, I saw a woman wearing a garment with a floral print in beautiful cobalt blue.This reminded me of once having happened upon material with a soft beige background, accented with small flowers in that beautiful cobalt blue.

Nebraska Department of Corrections

LINCOLN – The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is in the process of reviewing bids for the new 1,512 multi-custody facility to replace the Nebraska State Penitentiary. NDCS received bids through 2:00 p.m. on June 3, 2025.
Rich Lacy (above) gives the thumbs up after he won the Green Mountain grill during Customer Appreciation Night at Augie’s Body Shop. Micah Capler won the large cooler full of goodies and Jessica Williams won the smaller cooler of goodies. Photo provided.

Rich Lacy (above) gives the thumbs up after he won the Green Mountain grill during Customer Appreciation Night at Augie’s Body Shop. Micah Capler won the large cooler full of goodies and Jessica Williams won the smaller cooler of goodies. Photo provided.

Lacy Wins Grill