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Grace Notes

News Staff
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Devotional Reflections by Caroline Russell Each year, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent. Beginning 46 days prior to Easter, many Christians view Lent as a time for self-denial, reflection, and repentance of one’s sins.

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Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance

News Staff
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Do you worry about falling? Is it getting more challenging to maintain your balance? Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance may be the answer for you. Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is a form of exercise that is promoting better balance and fall prevention.

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Covenant Home Clips

News Staff
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Random Acts of Kindness Week has come and gone, but kindness can stay always! At Midwest Covenant Home RAK has been a topic of discussion and several good ideas have come up.

Health Department moving to Stromsburg

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
STROMSBURG — The Polk County Health Department will soon have a new home. Polk County is in the process of purchasing the old Yungdahl’s Apothecary building in Stromsburg, which is located on the Square at 313 Commercial St. The county is set to close on the building April 1.
Congratulations to the Osceola Cheer and Dance Team! Members of the team (as shown) are: Front Row: Sophomore Melinn Roberts, Freshman Camryn Peterson, Sophomore Janna Roberts, Freshman Emersyn Prososki, Sophomore Sadie Sterup. Back Row: Junior Taylin Sanley, Senior Kirsten Glatter, Junior Kenzie Tonniges. Photo provided by Osceola Schools photo

Congratulations to the Osceola Cheer and Dance Team! Members of the team (as shown) are: Front Row: Sophomore Melinn Roberts, Freshman Camryn Peterson, Sophomore Janna Roberts, Freshman Emersyn Prososki, Sophomore Sadie Sterup. Back Row: Junior Taylin Sanley, Senior Kirsten Glatter, Junior Kenzie Tonniges. Photo provided by Osceola Schools photo

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Dance Teams Place at State in Grand Island

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
GRAND ISLAND — Three Polk County cheer and dance teams competed on Friday at the 2023 Nebraska State Cheer and Dance Championships. Cross County, Osceola and Shelby-Rising City were on hand for the competition. And the Dazzlers did not return home empty-handed.

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Sign-up for Preschool in Shelby on March 1

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Shelby-Rising City preschool registration begins March 1. Requirements include: Official state certified birth certificate, immunization records, be 3-yearsold by Aug. 1 for the morning class and be 4-years-old by Aug. 1 for the afternoon class.

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Brush Up on Dental Health

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. This month, we not only remind kids to keep their teeth healthy, but also remind parents to help keep their child on track. When should I take my child to the dentist? It is never too early!

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Folkets Vän

Bob Greenwall
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Not only this newspaper, but papers from past homes and an urban daily are among our favorite reading materials. Add to that a free advertising paper that arrives at our doorstep unsolicited, which is also a good source of rubber bands. Mr.

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Blood Pressure Clinics

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Clinics to monitor blood pressure will also be held at the Polk County Health Department in Osceola, every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Walk-ins are welcome any day during office hours.