Benedict Man Gets Probation

YORK – David Dowdy, 45, of Benedict, who was convicted of child abuse, tampering with a witness and strangulation, was sentenced to probation this past week in York County District Court. Dowdy was charged in two separate cases.

Gresham Library Summer Reading

Gresham News

Gresham Softball 18U will play at home on Thursday, June 22nd, at 6:30 p.m. Gresham Softball 14U will play at home on Monday, June 26th, at 6:30 and 8 p.m. Gresham Softball 10U will play at home on Wednesday, June 28th at 6:30 and 8 p.m.

Youth Share Jesus in New Orleans

Youth from Polk County, mostly from the Evangelical Free Church, went to New Orleans, Louisiana for a mission trip. There were a couple high schoolers from Osceola, Nebraska Christian and Stromsburg Baptist Church. Approximately 22 people took the trip south.

Grace Notes

Saunter—It’s a word we seldom use in our everyday conversations. Upon consulting my trusty Webster’s dictionary, I’ve concluded that it’s not something most of us do much of, either. “Saunter: to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner.” Sauntering. Taking our time. Slowing down. Relaxing.

Library News

$100 Shopping Sprees for Grand Prizes The Summer Reading Contest ends Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 1:30p.m. Prizes will be awarded to everyone entering the Summer Reading Contest at The Shelby Community Library. Grand Prize in all three age groups is a $100 Shopping Spree!!!

Auxiliary News

The Shelby Legion Auxiliary will be held on Tuesday, June 27, at 1:30 p.m. at the Legion Club.

Shelby-Rising City School Office Hours

Normal office hours for June will be Mondays to Thursdays 9 AM to 3 PM. Any questions call the office.

2023-24SRCSchool Calendar Changes

School will begin at 8:10 AM (not 8:30). Doors open and staff reports at 7:45 AM. School day will end at 3:15 for elementary and 3:27 for middle school/high school. Start of the new school year is August 16th for students.

Covenant Home Clips

We have all survived another wonderful Swedish Festival and are back to regular routines, vacations and more. Many are working in their gardens and flowerbeds to keep them going and growing this hot, dry summer.