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Program on Bess Streeter Aldrich Coming to Stromsburg

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Humanities Nebraska speaker to appear: Stromsburg-Speaker Jolene McLaughlin will present a program called “Bess Streeter Aldrich: In Her Own Words” on Monday March 25 at 6:30-7:30 at The Stromsburg Viking Center, 118 E. 3rd, Stromsburg, NE.
Polk County Republicans Meet

Polk County Republicans Meet

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Polk County Republicans Meet

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Twenty-two members and five guests attended the Polk county Republican convention Monday evening at the Osceola Civic Center.
How Much Power Is Too Much?

How Much Power Is Too Much?

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How Much Power Is Too Much?

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
CAPITOL VIEW Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely is a proverbial saying reportedly coined by the English nobleman Lord Acton in 1857.

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Immunization Clinics

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
The Polk County Health Department will hold immunization clinics at the Polk County Health Department, Stromsburg, NE, on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and Monday, April 15, 2024, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Flu shots are available. An appointment is required.
ABOVE: Many Polk County residents visited with NDOT representatives to learn about the highway 81 project. This was Wednesday’s turnout in Osceola. BELOW: Locals visit with NDOT representatives about the plans. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

ABOVE: Many Polk County residents visited with NDOT representatives to learn about the highway 81 project. This was Wednesday’s turnout in Osceola. BELOW: Locals visit with NDOT representatives about the plans. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

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LOCALS ATTEND NDOT OPEN HOUSE

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
OSCEOLA - The Nebraska Department of Transportation hosted two open houses in Polk County to discuss construction on highway 81 from York to Columbus. Tuesday there was one in the Shelby-Rising City gym and Wednesday’s was in the Osceola Auditorium.
Cross County School was the site of a willful reckless driver in their parking lot last week. Photo provided.

Cross County School was the site of a willful reckless driver in their parking lot last week. Photo provided.

CC School Locks Down Due to Perpetrator

Staff Report
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Monday, March 11th at about 10 AM, Terrance Heyes, a 2021 graduate of Cross County School paid an uninvited visit to his alma mater. He caused quite a commotion, tearing up the parking lot. He never left his vehicle, but gave obscene gestures to those outside according to Sheriff Ladwig.
A large crowd came to support Maeleigh McConnell, granddaughter of Bob and Nancy Zelasney on Friday in Osceola. The family is very appreciative of all the support and sends a big THANK YOU to everyone! Photo provided.

A large crowd came to support Maeleigh McConnell, granddaughter of Bob and Nancy Zelasney on Friday in Osceola. The family is very appreciative of all the support and sends a big THANK YOU to everyone! Photo provided.

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Crowd Supports Miracles for Maeleigh Fundraiser

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
This group met last Monday to learn about the Stromsburg Legacy Foundation. They went over what the foundation is and did brainstorming on what the needs are for Stromsburg today. If you are interested in more information, contact Cale Pallas. Photo provided.

This group met last Monday to learn about the Stromsburg Legacy Foundation. They went over what the foundation is and did brainstorming on what the needs are for Stromsburg today. If you are interested in more information, contact Cale Pallas. Photo provided.

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Stromsburg Legacy Foundation Begins

News Staff
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Kathy and Tim Johnson sit at their kitchen table in Benedict. The Johnsons live in the former Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. The high ceilings and stained-glass windows were overwhelming at first, but now they enjoy the unique features. Photo by Naomi Delkamiller/Flatwater Free Press

Kathy and Tim Johnson sit at their kitchen table in Benedict. The Johnsons live in the former Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. The high ceilings and stained-glass windows were overwhelming at first, but now they enjoy the unique features. Photo by Naomi Delkamiller/Flatwater Free Press

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Church in Benedict Now a Residence

Naomi Delkamiller
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
The kitchen table isn’t far from the altar in Kathy and Tim Johnson’s home. A comfortable recliner and cozy couch share the living room with a wooden pew. Stained-glass windows cast colorful shadows across their bedroom.
As of Tuesday, March 12, the Shelby-Rising City Elementary School started up the Bank at School program. Pictured is a 5th graders assisting another student with depositing funds. Photo provided.

As of Tuesday, March 12, the Shelby-Rising City Elementary School started up the Bank at School program. Pictured is a 5th graders assisting another student with depositing funds. Photo provided.

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Bank at School Begins at SRC

News Staff
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
The Bank in School program was supposed to begin in with the new year, but due to weather conflicts was postponed until March. The school has partnered with Pinnacle Bank for the program.