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Rick and Kimberly Holtz have joined Sparrow Publications, the parent company of the Polk County News. They are joined by Calvin, 11, Penny, 8, Charlie, 5, and Timmy, 1. PCN photo

Rick and Kimberly Holtz have joined Sparrow Publications, the parent company of the Polk County News. They are joined by Calvin, 11, Penny, 8, Charlie, 5, and Timmy, 1. PCN photo

Here We Grow Again

Staff Report
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
STROMSBURG — The Polk County News enters 2023 and is pleased to announce its continued growth by adding two additional owners. Rick and Kimberly Holtz have joined Sparrow Publications, the parent company of the Polk County News.
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen is sworn into office on Thursday. The Nebraska Legislature also returned to work last week. Photo provided

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen is sworn into office on Thursday. The Nebraska Legislature also returned to work last week. Photo provided

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Hughes Hits Ground Running

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
LINCOLN — The new legislative session kicked off last week and newly elected State Senator Jana Hughes is hitting the ground running. Hughes joined the other 48 senators on Wednesday, Jan. 4 for the first day of the session. The first five days saw more than 250 bills introduced.
Back Row: Coach Molly Gillespie, Camryn Peterson, Melinn Roberts, Kenzie Tonniges, Emersyn Prososki, Sadie Sterup, Coach Tasha Weller. Front Row: Kirsten Glatter, Taylin Sanley, Janna Roberts. Photo provided

Back Row: Coach Molly Gillespie, Camryn Peterson, Melinn Roberts, Kenzie Tonniges, Emersyn Prososki, Sadie Sterup, Coach Tasha Weller. Front Row: Kirsten Glatter, Taylin Sanley, Janna Roberts. Photo provided

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Dazzlers Earn 2nd, 3rd Place Finishes at Regional

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
MINNEAPOLIS — The Osceola Cheer and Dance Team competed at The UDA Spirit of America Regional Dance Championship in Minneapolis on Saturday.
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2023 Baby Boy Born at Annie Jeffrey’s

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Annie Jeffrey Health Center is pleased to welcome Thurston Lyndon Anderson as the New Year baby of 2023. Thurston was born January 6th, and is the son of Beka and Clay Anderson of Columbus, Nebraska. He will be welcomed home by brother Reuben, age 3 and sister Agnes, age 16 months.
Work will continue at the Old Stromsburg High School after the Stromsburg City Council approved a special use permit for new owner, RCB Properties. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

Work will continue at the Old Stromsburg High School after the Stromsburg City Council approved a special use permit for new owner, RCB Properties. PCN photo by Rick Holtz

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Council Discusses Old High School

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
STROMSBURG — The Stromsburg City Council approved a special use permit on the Old High School Building. The council gave its approval on Monday, clearing the way for Bob Berggren and Russell Cleland to continue renovations at the property.
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School Board OKs Teacher Contracts

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
STROMSBURG — An agreement has been met. The Cross County Board of Education voted on Monday to accept the 2023-2024 teacher contract. The board unanimously approved the agreement. Board President Kurt Moore said that negotiations wrapped up last month.
PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

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Polk County Elected Officials Take Oath of Office

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
County officials include (left to right) surveyor Chris Hays, Commissioner (district 1) Mike Boss, Commissioner (district 2) Ron Boruch, Sheriff Dwaine Ladwig, Attorney Chris Johnson, Assessor Jodi Krance, Treasurer Barb Swanson and Clerk Debbie Girard.
The Cross County FFA Alumni and other supporters are holding the inaugural Bull Fry Fund-raiser on Saturday. The event is at the American Legion in Stromsburg from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

The Cross County FFA Alumni and other supporters are holding the inaugural Bull Fry Fund-raiser on Saturday. The event is at the American Legion in Stromsburg from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

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Bull Fry to Establish FFA Scholarship

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
STROMSBURG — Come out for a meal and help send FFA members to college. The Cross County FFA Alumni and other supporters are holding the inaugural Bull Fry Fund-raiser on Saturday. The event is at the American Legion in Stromsburg from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
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Chili Cook-Off Friday at Game

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
STROMSBURG — Be sure to go to the Cross County versus David City basketball games with an appetite. The Cross County Booster Club is holding a Chili Cook-Off and Fund-raiser on Friday at the game from 5-7 p.m. Sample all the chili in the competition and vote for your favorite.
PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

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Cougar Fans Travel for Rivalry Game with Bulldogs

News Staff
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Traveling is not allowed in basketball, except when it comes to the fans. Cougar fans packed the gymnasium last week for the Cross County versus Osceola basketball games. For complete coverage of the games turn to sports.