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Working for Nebraska’s Families

Working for Nebraska’s Families

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Working for Nebraska’s Families

Adrian Smith
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
REPRESENTING YOU“Welcome to the Good Life.” A phrase every traveler sees as they cross our state lines. For many, it’s just a slogan. But for those of us who call this state home, it’s something deeper. It’s a promise.I see this promise fulfilled every day.
PCN Brings Home 8 Awards

PCN Brings Home 8 Awards

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PCN Brings Home 8 Awards

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
LINCOLN — The Nebraska PressAssociation (NPA) celebrated the best in Nebraska journalism during its annual convention held April 17-18 in Lincoln.There were 2,051 separate entries judged by members of the North Dakota Newspaper Association.
Pictured are some of the candidates who visited Polk County last Monday: David Huebner (Congress, district 3), Sheila Korth-Focken (Governor) and Angie Eberspacher (State BOE). PCN photos by Beth Sparrow

Pictured are some of the candidates who visited Polk County last Monday: David Huebner (Congress, district 3), Sheila Korth-Focken (Governor) and Angie Eberspacher (State BOE). PCN photos by Beth Sparrow

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REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES VISIT POLK COUNTY

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
OSCEOLA - Last Monday (the 13th), some politicians visited Polk County and gave their presentation on why they were running and should be elected. About 35 people were in attendance at the Osceola Civic Center.The federal candidates were first, and then state and then local/ county.
Peyton Hofmann, Sydney Hengelfelt and Cannen Mooney received RHOP scholarships to Chadron State. Photos provided.

Peyton Hofmann, Sydney Hengelfelt and Cannen Mooney received RHOP scholarships to Chadron State. Photos provided.

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Three Selected for RHOP at Chadron

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
CHADRON – 25 Nebraska high school students have been selected for the Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP) at Chadron State College.
304 Main Suites held their grand opening on Saturday. In addition to a clothing boutique, there is an anesthetician and tanning coming soon. Photo provided.

304 Main Suites held their grand opening on Saturday. In addition to a clothing boutique, there is an anesthetician and tanning coming soon. Photo provided.

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304 Main Suites Open

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
STROMSBURG - A new business, or rather collection of businesses, recently opened in Stromsburg. Saturday they had their grand opening. 304 Main Suites is home to a growing collection of small businesses.

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Shelby Clean-Up Day April 24th

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Shelby’s Clean Up Day has been set for Friday, April 24th from 5:30-7 PM. This is for SHELBY RESIDENTS ONLY.This is sponsored by the Village of Shelby and Shelby Chamber of Commerce.Trucks will be located in the parking area at Pine and Walnut (east of Shelby Lumber by the car wash).
Polk County Sheriff’s candidate Brittany McCracken visited Shelby-RC High School last week. McCracken was with the high school’s forensic class where she shared her experiences with investigating crime scenes. Photo was provided

Polk County Sheriff’s candidate Brittany McCracken visited Shelby-RC High School last week. McCracken was with the high school’s forensic class where she shared her experiences with investigating crime scenes. Photo was provided

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McCracken Visits Shelby-RC High School

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026