Folkets Vän

To continue this tour of church sites in “the valley” we have only a site with cemetery, the building being gone. From the first church site visited in the valley, Beulah/Fairview, it is about a seven mile drive to the next one, Valley German Methodist.

Try These Fall Activities at Nebraska’s State Parks

By Renae Blum Fall is here, with limitless possibilities for outdoor fun. If you’re looking for ways to enjoy the autumn season, look no further than Nebraska’s state parks, which are perfect for recreation of all kinds. Here are just a few opportunities they hold this time of year.

Nebraska’s Commitment to Child Welfare

NEBRASKA GOVERNOR Nebraska is the best place to raise a family. We have safe, supportive communities. We have great schools. We have worldclass zoos, fantastic children’s museums, and beautiful state and local parks.

Polk Library

By Becky Carlstrom Hello from the Polk Public Library! Harvest time is here. What a great time to read a book while you are waiting to unload or load a grain cart or another piece of equipment. We have lots of new books to check out and read!

Gresham Library

You’re invited to October Story Hour at the Gresham Library on Saturday, October 15th from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Come celebrate the fall season and paint your own pumpkin! Kids are welcome to wear a costume!

Nebraska Poetry Festival

Well-known regional poets and writers will read from their works during a special two-day event in Norfolk and Wayne this November. The Northeast Community College Visiting Writers Series and Wayne State College’s Plains Writers Series sponsor the Nebraska Poetry Festival Wednesday, Nov.

Polk Senior Center

Greetings from the Polk Senior Center! Come join us on Monday October 17at 9:30 for coffee and a presentation from the staff of High Plains Community as to what is happening in our school. October 25th is blood pressure 9:30-11:30.

Four Corners

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This is a time to recognize the victims, survivors, family members, and loved ones of those affected by domestic violence. Domestic violence affects all communities and can affect any one person.

Small-Town Pharmacies Face Problems

Reimbursements are getting smaller for small town pharmacies. The pharmacy benefit managers are causing grief and despair for these businesses. Tooley’s Pharmacy in Osceola is not immune from the issues. Tim Tooley confirmed six or seven stores in Nebraska have closed already.

Gov. Ricketts Issues Response to Speculation Around Potential U.S. Senate Vacancy

LINCOLN — Friday, Governor Pete Ricketts issued the following statement in response to speculation around an upcoming vacancy left by U.S. Senator Ben Sasse’s possible resignation.Thisistheonlystatement that will be issued prior to any potential changeinstatusonSenatorSasse.