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Lines on the Page

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Lines on the Page

Bonnie Lacy
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
LINES ON THE PAGEAs I look at my calendar, the Fourth of July is right in front of me!Didn’t 2026 just start? As in, wasn’t it just January 1st or 15th? Or at least March something?

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Three SRA’s will allow Fireworks on July 4

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Guests at three state recreation areas will be allowed to touch off fireworks on the Fourth of July, according to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Those visitors should use caution when lighting fireworks.The following SRAs, with designated lighting sites, will permit fireworks from 8 a.m.

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Senior Center

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
C enter Regular activities at Osceola Senior Center: July 6th: County cards in Burg July 7th: Blood pressure by PCHD 9-11:30 AM July 8th: Swede Home Church women 8:30-10:30 AM July 10th: Civic Center meeting July 14th: BUNCO at 1 PM July 27th: County cards in Burg Bible study 10:00 am every Friday...
Andy Gabriel was named Sons of the Legion member of the year. He has put forth a lot of effort over the last fiscal year with everything he has done to help out with what we do: the Car Show, our Thanksgiving dinner recipient, along with our finances as our finance officer. Commander Willy has many more praises; these are just a few. Andy has put a lot of time into making sure the little things get done. Photo provided.

Andy Gabriel was named Sons of the Legion member of the year. He has put forth a lot of effort over the last fiscal year with everything he has done to help out with what we do: the Car Show, our Thanksgiving dinner recipient, along with our finances as our finance officer. Commander Willy has many more praises; these are just a few. Andy has put a lot of time into making sure the little things get done. Photo provided.

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Gabriel Named Member of Year

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
JENNIFER NOLL FOLLIARD, MPH, RDN THE PRAIRIE DOC

JENNIFER NOLL FOLLIARD, MPH, RDN THE PRAIRIE DOC

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A Critical Time for Public Health Advocacy

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
There is a common saying in public health: 'Everything is public health.' That is because public health touches nearly every aspect of our daily lives. It is the clean water we drink, the air we breathe, the safety of the food we eat and the environments where we live, work, learn and play.

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Dennis Gray Memorial Golf Scramble

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Join the High Plains Storm for the 2026 Dennis Gray Memorial Golf Scramble on August 1 in Fullerton at Pawnee Hills. Contact Mr. Phillips to reserve your spot today! mphillips@hpcstorm. org Golfing starts at 9 AM. Cost is $260 per 4-person team. Cost includes 18 holes of golf with cart and lunch.

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Gresham News

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
A new Little Food Pantry has been installed on the south lawn of the Presbyterian Church in Gresham. This is one way residents can make a difference for those in need in our community.
Maybe smartphones don’t make us ‘smart’

Maybe smartphones don’t make us ‘smart’

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Maybe smartphones don’t make us ‘smart’

Paul Hammel
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
ALL THINGS NEBRASKAA good buddy has a favorite saying: “We’re all smart. We have smartphones.”It’s funny, and I’ve used it several times.After all, smartphones have, in a lot of ways, made our lives easier and smarter.Got an unfamiliar address to find? Use the smartphone to give you directions.