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Library News

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Did you know the Stromsburg Library offers a book cart to Midwest Covenant Home? Not to take away from the books at MCH, but perhaps they aren’t the most recent or don’t have as wide of selection. Residents can now check out books, and librarian Jessie Pflueger will deliver every other Monday.

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Spring/Summer Chamber Events

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Mark your calendar for these events this spring and summer!Festival: June 20th- 22nd! July 1st Friday is canceled for this year, due to not competing with July 4th activities/gatherings.City-Wide Sales July 19th! Due to the Polk Co.

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Donelson Reunion

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
The 106th Donelson Reunion was held on June 1, 202 at PK’s Revival in Benedict.

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From the Museum

Bob Greenwall
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Hitting the “Save” ButtonIf you followed the story of being so fascinated by the new “home computers” that normal bedtimes were abandoned, then you might understand how desireable it would be to save your work, maybe just a poem, to see it again.That ability was a challenge for computer designers.
The Cross County boys basketball team hosted several schools on Tuesday at their annual team camp. Above; Junior Benson Seim drives around the Fillmore Central defender in the opening game for the Cougars. Below- Senior Sawyer Anderson, the only returning starter off the 2025 Class C-2 State runner-up puts up a shot in the paint. PCN photos by Ken Kush

The Cross County boys basketball team hosted several schools on Tuesday at their annual team camp. Above; Junior Benson Seim drives around the Fillmore Central defender in the opening game for the Cougars. Below- Senior Sawyer Anderson, the only returning starter off the 2025 Class C-2 State runner-up puts up a shot in the paint. PCN photos by Ken Kush

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Cross County Boys Basketball Camp

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

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Blood Pressure Clinics

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Clinics to monitor blood pressure will also be held each Tuesday of the month. They will be held at the Senior Center and rotate between each town in Polk County.
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.

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STORM DAMAGE

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

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Annual Booster Club Golf Tourney

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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.

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Swedish Festival

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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.

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Can You Live Without China’s Junk?

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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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.