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God’s Word: Verses for this Week

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Ruth 4: 1-9 KJV “Then went Boaz up to the gate, and sat him down there: and, behold, the kinsman of whom Boaz spake came by; unto whom he said, Ho, such a one! turn aside, sit down here. And he turned aside, and sat down. And he took ten men of the elders of the city, and said, Sit ye down here.

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Grace Notes

Devotional Reflections By Caroline Russell

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

This week I’m taking a moment to wish my dear hubby a happy 82nd birthday on the 4th. In honor of his special day, I’d like to share with you some thoughts Ron penned several years ago. I think you will find them appropriate as we Americans celebrate our nation’s birthday, as well.

Pictured with Osceola United Methodist Pastor Soonil Park are Layla Page, Fran Wieseman, Janna Roberts, Kimbree Page, Kendly Mestl and Melinn Roberts. This group traveled to Sisseton, SD for a mission trip from June 6-13. Photo provided

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Osceola United Methodist Church Mission Trip

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

This mission team spent June 6 - 13 at the Lake Traverse Indian Reservation in northeastern South Dakota.Day 1- We left our church after service at 10:30 AM and reached our destination at 5:30 PM which was Grace Lutheran Church, Sisseton, South Dakota.

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Aspects

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

It was far too early to 'rise and shine' when I awoke one recent morn, but further sleep soon seemed out of the question-. I then opted to grab a cup of steamy 'Joe' and tune into a well-respected newscast.

Keep fire safety in mind on Fourth of July

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Keep fire safety in mind on Fourth of July

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Nebraska Game and Parks reminds campers and other outdoor recreationists to be safe with fire this coming Fourth of July holiday weekend.

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Osceola Community Calendar

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Tuesday, July 1Polk County Planning Committee Meeting (West Side) 10-11 a.m.- Summer Reading Program at the library.Thursday, July 36:30-8:30 p.m.- SOS baseball practice Saturday, July 5Park Shelter rental for Jaci Swantek Family Reunion.Sunday, July 65-10 p.m.

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Senior Center

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

July activities at the Osceola senior center: July 1 Polk County health Department blood pressures at the center at 9:30 to 11:30 AM July 7 Polk County cards at Stromsburg 1 PM July 8 Bunco 1 PM July 11 staff meeting 9 AM. All are welcome.

Rhule to Headline Governor’s Summitt

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Rhule to Headline Governor’s Summitt

Jim Pillen

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

NEBRASKA GOVERNORLINCOLN, NE – Today, Governor Jim Pillen announced that Matt Rhule, head football coach for the University of Nebraska- Lincoln, will keynote the Governor’s Summit the morning of August 14 in Kearney.“Coach Rhule loves Nebraska because — it's the people!

Osceola Community Play: More Photos

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Osceola Community Play: More Photos

Blood Pressure Clinics

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Clinics to monitor blood pressure will also be held at the Polk County Health Department in Stromsburg, every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are welcome any day during office hours.

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2025 Osceola Public School Foundation Recipients

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Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Albert Ryan Scholarships: $750 to Braxton Mestl, $750 to Charisa Boden, $500 to Savanna Boden, $500 to Boston Hinkle, $500 to Conner Schnell Bertha/Morris Dunn Scholarships: $500 to Kelby Neujahr, $250 to Savanna Boden, $250 to Bransen Lavaley Sandy Treadway Scholarships: $500 to Janna Roberts,...