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Helping Nebraska’s Producers Rebuild and Recover

Helping Nebraska’s Producers Rebuild and Recover

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Helping Nebraska’s Producers Rebuild and Recover

Deb Fischer
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
REPRESENTING YOUAfter a natural disaster strikes, every day counts. Nebraska’s farmers and ranchers know this well. This spring and summer, Nebraska has been hit by some of the worst wildfires in state history.

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Senior Center

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
CALENDAR: Regular Events:Mondays at 8 AM: Bridge Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-9:30 AM: Senior chair exercises Thursdays at 1 PM: Dominoes Cards, pool and puzzles daily

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Stromsburg Freezer Meal Ministry

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
STROMSBURG- The freezer meal ministry provides meals to community members who need a little help for various reasons. The need may be based on a temporary situation like a family illness or an on-going situation where a home-cooked meal would be most welcome.
The 2006 Class from Cross County gathered this past weekend. (L-R); Peter Oquist, Stacey (Nielsen) Wilgocki, Leann (Baker) Lynn,Ashley Etherton, Heather (Brooke) Klemsz, Jason Seaberg, Tommy Hester, Mandy (McLean) Zorn and Mark “Tater”Uphoff. Not pictured David Rystrom (he came after the group photo!) The photo was provided.

The 2006 Class from Cross County gathered this past weekend. (L-R); Peter Oquist, Stacey (Nielsen) Wilgocki, Leann (Baker) Lynn,Ashley Etherton, Heather (Brooke) Klemsz, Jason Seaberg, Tommy Hester, Mandy (McLean) Zorn and Mark “Tater”Uphoff. Not pictured David Rystrom (he came after the group photo!) The photo was provided.

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Cross County Class of 2006 Reunites with 10

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Earl “Helge” Byleen race drew about 180 participants. PCN photos by Ken Kush.

The Earl “Helge” Byleen race drew about 180 participants. PCN photos by Ken Kush.

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5K-10K-1M Earl “Helge” Byleen Run/Walk Results

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
STROMSBURG- The weather for the 2026 Swedish Festival deteriorated as the day went by on Saturday, June 20th, but at 8 a.m. it was clear and running conditions for the Earl “Helge” Byleen Run/Walk were nearly perfect.
Resilience, Recovery, and Results

Resilience, Recovery, and Results

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Resilience, Recovery, and Results

Adrian Smith
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
REPRESENTING YOUFrom our founding pioneers to today, Nebraskans have always been known for our grit, determination, and resilience. Unfortunately, this year those characteristics have been tested like never before as communities across our state faced the worst wildfires in Nebraska’s history.

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Ricketts on Improving Cost of Living for Nebraskans

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) discussed his work to drive down the cost of living for Nebraskans. Ricketts highlighted his efforts to pass year-round E15.“Biofuels are a win-win-win.
Above: Dana Wiseman was selected as SRC interim superintendent. She verbally accepted on Monday. Photo provided.

Above: Dana Wiseman was selected as SRC interim superintendent. She verbally accepted on Monday. Photo provided.

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SRC Supt. Named

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
SHELBY - Friday (June 26th), the Shelby- Rising City School board interviewed Curtis Cogswell by Zoom for interim superintendent. They then went into executive session to discuss interim superintendent candidates.
This year’s Classy Clovers 4-H members are pictured. Photo provided.

This year’s Classy Clovers 4-H members are pictured. Photo provided.

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Classy Clovers Encourage Recycling

Staff Report
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Classy Clover 4H club encourage recycling at the Polk County Fair.The Classy Clovers 4-H club is proud to continue its aluminum can recycling project at the Polk County fair, July 8th-12th.