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Above: Charles Noyd, Anders Swanson from Chadron and his dad Tim Swanson from North Platte with the table built by Nels Swanson. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Above: Charles Noyd, Anders Swanson from Chadron and his dad Tim Swanson from North Platte with the table built by Nels Swanson. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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TABLE RETURNS TO POLK COUNTY

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
STROMSBURG - The table has returned!After many years in Colorado, the table made by Nels Swanson has returned to Polk County.Charles Noyd gave a presentation Saturday on the table and its journey and on the amazing Swanson brothers.He finds Nels and E.
Above: Coach Jimmy Blex of the Cross County Cougars achieved his 200th win last Thursday night against Sutton. He is pictured with the current boys’ basketball team. Photo provided by CC School.

Above: Coach Jimmy Blex of the Cross County Cougars achieved his 200th win last Thursday night against Sutton. He is pictured with the current boys’ basketball team. Photo provided by CC School.

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COACH BLEX 200TH CAREER WIN

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Annie Jeffrey Memorial Health Center announced their first baby of 2025. Simon Michael Jimmy Jones is the first baby of 2025; he was born on January 10. He is the son of Chelsea and Steven Jones of Columbus. He was born at 8:39 AM and weighed 6 pounds 4 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Dr. David Jameson was the primary doctor for his delivery. Congratulations! Photo provided by AJMHC.

Annie Jeffrey Memorial Health Center announced their first baby of 2025. Simon Michael Jimmy Jones is the first baby of 2025; he was born on January 10. He is the son of Chelsea and Steven Jones of Columbus. He was born at 8:39 AM and weighed 6 pounds 4 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Dr. David Jameson was the primary doctor for his delivery. Congratulations! Photo provided by AJMHC.

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First Baby of 2025 Born at AJMHC

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Jay Dodds, 1978 Stromsburg graduate, and funeral director has received national recognition. Photo provided.

Jay Dodds, 1978 Stromsburg graduate, and funeral director has received national recognition. Photo provided.

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Dodds Receives National Recognition

Staff Report
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
If there were an entry in the dictionary under “kid destined to become a funeral director,” there’s a pretty good chance it would include a picture of Jay Dodds.The longtime funeral service executive – who is currently the chief strategy officer of Park Lawn Corp.
Fischer Celebrates Victories for Nebraska in Congress

Fischer Celebrates Victories for Nebraska in Congress

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Fischer Celebrates Victories for Nebraska in Congress

Deb Fischer
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
REPRESENTING YOUWASHINGTON – Friday, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) celebrates several legislative victories she secured for Nebraska’s families and their communities during the 118th Congress.

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Pop-Up Noon Meal

News Staff
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Sponsored by the Rising City Community Library Meal will be served by Butler County Senior Services.Tuesday, January 21: Arrive at the library any time after 11 AM. For to-go meals, arrive about 11:45 AM to pick up.
Let’s Get Moving!

Let’s Get Moving!

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Let’s Get Moving!

Jill Kruse
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
THE PRAIRIE DOCAs we start the New Year, many people are making resolutions and setting goals for the next 12 months. One of the most common resolutions is to be more active. At Prairie Doc, we want all of our viewers to be both healthy and happy.

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Senior Center

News Staff
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
A Happy, Joyous and Healthy New Year to all. May 2025 be the best year yet.Huskers won their bowl game. Holiday tournaments are over and it’s back to regular season basketball, wrestling and whatever else.Join us at the Center for a meal or two each month. Much appreciated.