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Library Happenings

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The library will host Story Hour on May 13 at 4:00. All children between Pre-k and 2nd Grade are invited to join us for stories, crafts and treats.The library Book Club will meet at 5:00 May 18. We are discussing Where the Coyotes Howl by Sandra Dallas.

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NDCS teammates honored at annual awards ceremony

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) honored 38 team members today at the agency’s annual awards ceremony, recognizing exceptional contributions that advanced public safety, rehabilitation, and reentry throughout 2025.
BONNIE LACY

BONNIE LACY

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Opening Lines

Lines On The Page
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
What if I opened this column with, “I’m bored.” Would you continue reading?What if I wrote, “Writing my next book is going to eat me for lunch!” Would you read on?Chapter 1: “How to Structure Your Novel - in 5 Minutes!” in 5 Secrets of Story Structure by K. M.
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

Staff Report
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.
Osceola FFA and alumni worked together on the landscape for the Good Samaritan Society nursing home in Osceola. Below: A rock dedicated to Brian Gabel was revealed. Pictured are his family: mother Chris, son Brant, son Brenden, daughter Halle and father Pat. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

Osceola FFA and alumni worked together on the landscape for the Good Samaritan Society nursing home in Osceola. Below: A rock dedicated to Brian Gabel was revealed. Pictured are his family: mother Chris, son Brant, son Brenden, daughter Halle and father Pat. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

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Osceola FFA Alumni Winning Golden Idea Honors Gabel

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
OSCEOLA - On Friday (May 1st), the Osceola FFA and FFA Alumni had a work day to update the landscape for the Good Samaritan Society.This was the idea of Brenden Gabel and his father, Brian.
Pictured are some of the candidates who visited Polk County last Monday: David Huebner (Congress, district 3), Sheila Korth-Focken (Governor) and Angie Eberspacher (State BOE). PCN photos by Beth Sparrow

Pictured are some of the candidates who visited Polk County last Monday: David Huebner (Congress, district 3), Sheila Korth-Focken (Governor) and Angie Eberspacher (State BOE). PCN photos by Beth Sparrow

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REPUBLICAN CANDIDATES VISIT POLK COUNTY

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
OSCEOLA - Last Monday (the 13th), some politicians visited Polk County and gave their presentation on why they were running and should be elected. About 35 people were in attendance at the Osceola Civic Center.The federal candidates were first, and then state and then local/ county.
Above: Osceola had 5 quilts of valor presented on Veterans’ Day. Pictured are Amanda Hinkle, Dale Fjell, Michael Anderson, Lisa Goodell and James Langer. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Above: Osceola had 5 quilts of valor presented on Veterans’ Day. Pictured are Amanda Hinkle, Dale Fjell, Michael Anderson, Lisa Goodell and James Langer. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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OSCEOLA PRESENTS 5 QOV ON VETERANS’ DAY

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
OSCEOLA - Osceola held Veterans’ Day services on Tuesday, where all veterans were honored. Five were awarded a Quilt of Valor.1. James Langer -- James served in the Army National Guard from 1965-1971. He was stationed at Fort Jackson in South Carolina and Fort Dix in New Jersey.
Above: A drawing by Rick Johnson of Monty Jones’ car was on the auction for the Nebraska Auto Racing Hall of Fame. Also Paul Jochim made each inductee a custom oil can with their name.

Above: A drawing by Rick Johnson of Monty Jones’ car was on the auction for the Nebraska Auto Racing Hall of Fame. Also Paul Jochim made each inductee a custom oil can with their name.

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JONES HONORED IN AUTO RACING HOF

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
LINCOLN - On Saturday, October 18th the NebraskaAuto Racing Hall of Fame held its annual induction ceremony and banquet with six inductees. Among those was Osceola’s Monty Jones.Jones has significant accomplishments in auto racing, not only in Nebraska but nationwide.
Above: Korrina Niemann, Jenni Harrington, Kinlee Feezell, Halle Gabel, and Camryn Peterson. Jenni assists the group as they prepare to mulch around a freshly planted tree. Photo provided.

Above: Korrina Niemann, Jenni Harrington, Kinlee Feezell, Halle Gabel, and Camryn Peterson. Jenni assists the group as they prepare to mulch around a freshly planted tree. Photo provided.

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OSCEOLA VOLUNTEERS ROLL UP THEIR SLEEVES FOR FALL CEMETERY CLEAN-UP

Tasha Weller
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
OSCEOLA - On Saturday, October 18th, Cemetery Board members Dave Udey, Chris Gabriel, Tim Althouse, Toby Johansen, and Brian Gabel led the efforts for Fall Cemetery Clean-Up alongside FFA Sponsor Korrina Niemann and roughly 20 FFA student volunteers.