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Nativity scene. PCN file graphic.

Nativity scene. PCN file graphic.

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May Christmas Deepen Your Walk

Rev. Duncan Ibuuri
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Hello! My name is Pastor Duncan. For the past year and a half, I have been privileged to serve as the pastor for Stromsburg and Polk UMC. Some people have shown interest in my background and experiences, but I haven’t had the chance to share them.

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Grace Notes

News Staff
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Devotional Reflections by Caroline Russell As a child, I spent hours each December poring over the pages of the Montgomery Ward Christmas catalog. My imagination ran wild as I read the descriptions and studied the pictures.
Marcus Augustin receiving a check from Jane Roberts on behalf of Annie Jeffrey volunteers. Photo provided.

Marcus Augustin receiving a check from Jane Roberts on behalf of Annie Jeffrey volunteers. Photo provided.

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Annie Jeffrey Volunteers Make Donation for New Sterilizer

News Staff
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
The Annie Jeffrey Volunteers donated $6,500.00 from their sales at the Thrift Shop to help purchase a new Sterilizer for the hospital at their annual Christmas Party.The AJ Volunteers started in 1994 with the goal to raise money for the hospital.
Pictured is Dawn Anderson (deputy clerk for City of Stromsburg) and Troy Lindsley (Cornerstone Bank Stromsburg branch manager) who presented a check on behalf of the McCormick family to the city. Photo provided.

Pictured is Dawn Anderson (deputy clerk for City of Stromsburg) and Troy Lindsley (Cornerstone Bank Stromsburg branch manager) who presented a check on behalf of the McCormick family to the city. Photo provided.

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McCormick Family Donates to County

News Staff
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
The McCormick family recently made charitable donations to three area foundations through the Polk County Foundation. They donated to the Annie Jeffrey Foundation, The Stromsburg Library Foundation and the City of Stromsburg.The City of Stromsburg received $8399.
Covenant Home Clips

Covenant Home Clips

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Covenant Home Clips

News Staff
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Joy, peace, blessings, glory to God…is this your Christmas Season? Or is it dread, haste, stress, distress? With the hustle and bustle of trying to please everyone with gifts, fancy dinners, getting together, etc. Christmas can become burdensome rather than the celebration it is intended to be.
Delivering Results for Nebraskans

Delivering Results for Nebraskans

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Delivering Results for Nebraskans

Pete Ricketts
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
NEBRASKA SENATORI’m proud of the work my team and I have done fighting for Nebraska this year. Whether it’s meeting with Nebraskans or helping you navigate the federal government, my goal remains the same.
Above: The Osceola Giving Tree at Gathering Grounds was nearly bare by Thursday the 12th, which is good as ornaments were taken to purchase gifts for kids. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

Above: The Osceola Giving Tree at Gathering Grounds was nearly bare by Thursday the 12th, which is good as ornaments were taken to purchase gifts for kids. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

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OSCEOLA GIVING TREE: SPREADING LOVE

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
For most kids, Christmas is a magical time with presents under the tree, and they are so excited to find out what’s in them. Perhaps Santa brought them that special item they requested.For some kids, parents are barely getting by paycheck to paycheck and may not be able to afford to get much.
FedEx delivering a package at the holidays. Graphic provided.

FedEx delivering a package at the holidays. Graphic provided.

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Hurry! Ship Your Holiday Gifts ASAP!

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
If you haven’t shipped your holiday gifts yet, you still have time, but not much. Deadlines are looming, if they haven’t passed already.At the United State Postal Service, first class and ground advantage deadline is December 18th to receive by Christmas/ Hanukkah (December 25th).

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Rattle the Doorknobs

Jim Campain, Guest Writer
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
As a young boy growing up on a farm east of Osceola in the 1950s, I have many memories that remain clear and strong. One planted in me by my grandpa was of the man who rattled doorknobs.