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History came alive at the Stromburg Cemetery as Tim Teegerstrom (left), Beth Sparrow, Lauran Ostberg, Megan Sothan, James Elgin, Michael Sothan, Kelsey Patton and Mayor Ken Everingham portrayed noteworthy Stromsburg residents for the Cemetery Tours.

History came alive at the Stromburg Cemetery as Tim Teegerstrom (left), Beth Sparrow, Lauran Ostberg, Megan Sothan, James Elgin, Michael Sothan, Kelsey Patton and Mayor Ken Everingham portrayed noteworthy Stromsburg residents for the Cemetery Tours.

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Stromsburg Celebrates 150 Years

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
STROMSURG — This last weekend, Stromsburg celebrated their 150th year. The town was founded in the fall of 1872 by Lewis Headstrom. Saturday kicked off with an art show and Swedish steel vendors. Food trucks lined 4th street across from businesses. Dan Cramer’s band, Birdfoot played from 11 a.m .
Dawg Daze returns next week to Osceola. The Homecoming Parade will go through the downtown square Friday at 1:30 p.m. PCN File Photo

Dawg Daze returns next week to Osceola. The Homecoming Parade will go through the downtown square Friday at 1:30 p.m. PCN File Photo

Dawg Daze Returns for Homecoming

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
OSCEOLA — Dawg Daze, Osceola’s annual fall festival, returns next week ahead of Friday’s Homecoming Game against Palmer. This year the school is celebrating its 80th Homecoming.
High Plains 2022 Homecoming Royalty

High Plains 2022 Homecoming Royalty

High Plains 2022 Homecoming Royalty

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
HPC Homecoming Royalty for 2022. Front row: Kenzie Wruble, daughter of Sheri and Jerry Wruble of Clarks; Yessica Barrios, daughter of Xydalha Alfaro and Eli Barrios of Clarks; Roberta Hines, daughter of Maria and Ernest Hines, Sr.
Maci Hoadley competed in the tractor pull at the state fair and placed third out of 55 contestants with a pull of 36’ 10”! She qualified for Nationals at the end of September! Congratulations Maci and way to represent!!! Photo provided.

Maci Hoadley competed in the tractor pull at the state fair and placed third out of 55 contestants with a pull of 36’ 10”! She qualified for Nationals at the end of September! Congratulations Maci and way to represent!!! Photo provided.

Local Girl Places in Tractor Pull

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Shelby-Rising City FFA received all purple ribbons for FFA showmanship. Pictured are Aubree Siffring, Kaleigh Ruth & Garrett Ruth. Photo provided

Shelby-Rising City FFA received all purple ribbons for FFA showmanship. Pictured are Aubree Siffring, Kaleigh Ruth & Garrett Ruth. Photo provided

FFA Receives Purple Ribbons

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
The 2022 Homecoming candidates were announced. Pictured are King candidates (left to right) Tobey Waller, Hayden Allen, Jackson Lindburg, and Leighton Nuttelman; and Queen candidates (left to right) Katie Frazier, Saylar Osentowski, Jayden Fellows, and Taylor Lindburg. Coronation will be Friday September 9th after the football game on the field. Photo provided by Cross County Schools.

The 2022 Homecoming candidates were announced. Pictured are King candidates (left to right) Tobey Waller, Hayden Allen, Jackson Lindburg, and Leighton Nuttelman; and Queen candidates (left to right) Katie Frazier, Saylar Osentowski, Jayden Fellows, and Taylor Lindburg. Coronation will be Friday September 9th after the football game on the field. Photo provided by Cross County Schools.

Homecoming Candidates Announced

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
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Storm Volleyball to Wear Pink

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
POLK — Each year, Sandy Creek has a Pink-Out game to raise money for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. All of the proceeds are donated to the hospital. Each team participating is listed on the shirt.
High Plains students spent time on Monday decorating the school for Homecoming. The school has had themed days all week ahead of Friday's big game. Thursday is Twix and Twizzler Day (Twin Day). Friday's theme is Firecracker Popsicle so students are encouraged to wear red, white and blue. The Storm takes on East Butler on Friday with a 7 p.m. kickoff. Photos provided

High Plains students spent time on Monday decorating the school for Homecoming. The school has had themed days all week ahead of Friday's big game. Thursday is Twix and Twizzler Day (Twin Day). Friday's theme is Firecracker Popsicle so students are encouraged to wear red, white and blue. The Storm takes on East Butler on Friday with a 7 p.m. kickoff. Photos provided

High Plains 2022 Homecoming Festivities

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Income Eligibility Guidelines Announced for School Lunch, Other Nutrition Programs

Income Eligibility Guidelines Announced for School Lunch, Other Nutrition Programs

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Income Eligibility Guidelines Announced for School Lunch, Other Nutrition Programs

News Staff
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
The Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Nutrition Services has announced the Income Eligibility Guidelines for free and reduced- price meals for those unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch, Breakfast, Special Milk, and Child and Adult Care Food...

Blood Pressure Clinics

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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. Please call first to be sure a nurse is available.