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ADRIAN SMITH

ADRIAN SMITH

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A Long Overdue Farm Bill for Nebraska Producers

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
For many, spring is a season full of new beginnings. A time when the sun sets later, the weather gets a little nicer, and excitement for summer plans begins to grow.For ag producers across the Third District, spring is filled with hard work.

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Four Local Students Graduate from Concordia

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
SEWARD -- On May 9, nearly 500 Concordia University, Nebraska undergraduate and graduate students were awarded degrees. The class of 2026 was honored during a commencement ceremony held in the Walz Human Performance Complex.Sadie Sunday of Osceola, NE earned a Bachelor of Arts.

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Local Students Graduate from CCC

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Central Community College released information regarding graduation from Grand Island and Columbus campuses.Central Community College- Columbus honored 178 graduate candidates and two GED graduates May 8 during its 56th annual commencement ceremony.
Midwest Cov. Home Clips

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Midwest Cov. Home Clips

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Each Wednesday morning, we are enjoying a special time of devotions and when the weather is conducive it happens outside on the patio. Soon we will have a new awning in front to sit under and enjoy the warmth of the spring mornings as well as have opportunity to participate in a weekly Hymn Sing.

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MEALS

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
PLEASE CALL BY 1:00 p.m. DAY BEFORE to RESERVE MEAL Osceola 747-8227 - Polk 765-2311 Shelby 527-5158 - Burg 764-2252 *All meals served with bread and milk.
DEB FISCHER

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Backing Nebraska’s Men and Women in Blue

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Beginning Sunday, May 10 through Saturday, May 16, we celebrate National Police Week — a time that brings our nation together to honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our brave law enforcement officers.
Above: Osceola broke ground last week on the new Fox Run subdivision.

Above: Osceola broke ground last week on the new Fox Run subdivision.

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Osceola Breaks Ground on New Subdivision

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Polk County NewsThe City of Osceola, in partnership with Meadow Ridge Properties, officially broke ground on the Fox Run Subdivision on Wednesday, April 29th, marking a major milestone in the community’s long-term efforts to address housing needs and support sustainable growth.
Shelby-Rising City honors students with Magna Cum Laude, Summa Cum Laude and Cum Laude status. Pictured are Danica Watts (Summa Cum Laude, highest academic honor) and (front) Arianna Schutt, Keegan Osantowski, Nevaeh Martinez, Loralie Logan, (back) Kreyten Zimmerman, Elva Velasco, Jessica Bauers and Alexis Wetjen (magna cum laude, top 5-15%). Photos provided by Emily Houdersheldt, SRC.

Shelby-Rising City honors students with Magna Cum Laude, Summa Cum Laude and Cum Laude status. Pictured are Danica Watts (Summa Cum Laude, highest academic honor) and (front) Arianna Schutt, Keegan Osantowski, Nevaeh Martinez, Loralie Logan, (back) Kreyten Zimmerman, Elva Velasco, Jessica Bauers and Alexis Wetjen (magna cum laude, top 5-15%). Photos provided by Emily Houdersheldt, SRC.

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Shelby-Rising City Honored Graduates

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

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News In Brief

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026
In Today’s PCNTurn to:• Sports for CRC track, golf and baseball coverage• Osceola for more FFApictures at Good Sam• Stromsburg for scholarship recipients and NHS inductees• Shelby for honored seniors• Public notices for sample ballotsOsceola StreetClosedNOTICE: City of Osceola will have a temporary...