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Pancake Feed

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The High Plains Community Storm Track and Field Team will be hosting a Pancake Feed Fundraiser on March 15, located in the junior high gym in Polk. Pancakes, sausage, and juice will be served. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. The track athletes are selling raffle tickets prior to the event.
Pictured are Alyssa Lee and Sammy Ertzner with their portraits. Their art has been selected for two art displays this spring. Both artists received Honorable Mention Scholastic Art and Writers Awards in Omaha and were recognized by the Nebraska Young Artist Awards at UNL.

Pictured are Alyssa Lee and Sammy Ertzner with their portraits. Their art has been selected for two art displays this spring. Both artists received Honorable Mention Scholastic Art and Writers Awards in Omaha and were recognized by the Nebraska Young Artist Awards at UNL.

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High Plains Artists Recognized

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

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Gresham News

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
St Peter Lutheran Church will hold Lenten services on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Presbyterian Church will hold Lenten services on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Centennial musical dress rehearsal will be Thursday, February 29th, at 1 p.m.

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Grace Notes

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
World Compliment Day was begun in the year 2000 by Dutch businessman Hans Poortvliet. He hopes that this day, observed annually on March 1, becomes known as the most positive day in the world. Poortvliet explains.
A close-up of a crown of thorns. The Lenten season reminds us of Jesus' trials leading to the cross. Photo provided.

A close-up of a crown of thorns. The Lenten season reminds us of Jesus' trials leading to the cross. Photo provided.

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A Curious Christian Learns About Lent

Cienna Friesen
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
So what’s all this about Lent? Growing up, my church did not participate in Lent (we do more now). I know basically what it involves, but I’ve lacked the history and tradition that comes with it. Seeing others celebrate Lent made me more curious.

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Children’s Immunization Clinics

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
The Polk County Health Department will hold immunization clinics at the Polk County Health Department, Stromsburg, NE, on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, and Monday, March 18, 2024, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Flu shots are available. An appointment is required.
Covenant Home Clips

Covenant Home Clips

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Covenant Home Clips

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Have you seen the geese in their V formation flying overhead or the Red, Red Robin Bob-Bob-Bobbin’ Along? Spring is truly on its way! Oh, there may be a few days where winter tries once again to show its fury, but it won’t last now! Ah!

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Blood Pressure Clinics

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Clinics to monitor blood pressure will also be held each Tuesday of the month. They will be held at the Senior Center and rotate between each town in Polk County.

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Filings for 2024 Primary Election

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
County Commissioner, District #3, Republican Jerry Westring (I) Stromsburg, NE 68666 1/22/2024 Councilmember, City of Osceola (2 positions) Craig Johnson (I), Osceola, NE 68651 2/5/2024 Dustin J.
Fire Breaks Out Due to Dry Conditions

Fire Breaks Out Due to Dry Conditions

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Fire Breaks Out Due to Dry Conditions

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
At approximately 1:15pm Monday Silver Creek Fire Department was dispatched to a possible vegetation fire south of Silver Creek in Northern Polk County. Osceola Fire and Rescue was requested for mutual aid.