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Cross County junior high robotics had state last Saturday. These girls received the Energy Award for outstanding enthusiasm and excitement. The announcer commented they were so much fun to watch and were the life of the party. Pictured are Molly Tandy (left) and Annilee Watts (right). Photo provided.

Cross County junior high robotics had state last Saturday. These girls received the Energy Award for outstanding enthusiasm and excitement. The announcer commented they were so much fun to watch and were the life of the party. Pictured are Molly Tandy (left) and Annilee Watts (right). Photo provided.

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CC Jr. High Robotics Get Award

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Eric Allen is running for Polk County Sheriff. He currently serves as Chief Deputy for the department. Photo provided.

Eric Allen is running for Polk County Sheriff. He currently serves as Chief Deputy for the department. Photo provided.

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Allen Runs for Sheriff

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The two candidates for Polk County Sheriff are Republican, so they will be on the May primary ballot. Here is a feature on the first one, Eric Allen. Next week we’ll have one on Brittany McCracken.Allen is interested in the position because he built his life and his career here.
Covenant Home Clips

Covenant Home Clips

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Covenant Home Clips

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
It is always such a wonderful morning when the Singspiration Singers pay us a visit and entertain us with their beautiful songs of faith. These talented ladies from Henderson come every three months or so, to share their uplifting music and readings.
The State of Our Union is Strong Under Republican Leadership

The State of Our Union is Strong Under Republican Leadership

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The State of Our Union is Strong Under Republican Leadership

Deb Fischer
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
REPRESENTING YOUOn Tuesday, February 24, President Trump addressed the nation from the U.S. Capitol to highlight the progress since Republicans won control of the House, Senate, and White House.This progress stands in stark contrast to the bleak state of our country under the Biden administration.
SHELBY-RC SPEECH AT CRC & CENTURA

SHELBY-RC SPEECH AT CRC & CENTURA

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SHELBY-RC SPEECH AT CRC & CENTURA

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
CRC SPEECH RESULTS 2026 ENTERTAINMENT: Kreyten Zimmerman- CHAMPION DUET ACTING: Charlie Thompson & Charlotte Slusarski- 3rd EXTEMP: Hayden Reznicek- 3rd Kenny Pearson - 6th HUMOROUS: Hayden Reznicek - 5th INFO: Paxton Cromer- 3rd POETRY: Nevaeh Martinez - 3rd PERSUASIVE: Ashlyn Long - 6th SERIOUS:...

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Senior Center

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 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 Fridays at 1 PM: Bingo Cards, pool and puzzles daily