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Young Patriots Learn About Our Country and Patriotism

Young Patriots Learn About Our Country and Patriotism

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Young Patriots Learn About Our Country and Patriotism

News Staff
Wednesday, June 14, 2023
During the four days after Memorial Day, 25 third, fourth and fifth graders from the Osceola area met for Young Patriots Week. The program is sponsored by the Osceola American Legion, and is led by Deb Anderson, Diana Langer, Marji Cloeter, Linda Anderson and Miranda Ericson.
The Osceola Class of 1968 gathered for their 55th. Pictured are (back) Dorothy Runquist McCall, Bill Snodgrass, Sandy Stratton Ewert, Greg Johnson, Don Augustin, Larry Burgess, Cal Kropatsch, Valerie Rutter Goodman and (front) Ann Wobig McCord, Connie Stromberg Nelson, Doug Jones, and Rod Jones. Photo provided.

The Osceola Class of 1968 gathered for their 55th. Pictured are (back) Dorothy Runquist McCall, Bill Snodgrass, Sandy Stratton Ewert, Greg Johnson, Don Augustin, Larry Burgess, Cal Kropatsch, Valerie Rutter Goodman and (front) Ann Wobig McCord, Connie Stromberg Nelson, Doug Jones, and Rod Jones. Photo provided.

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Osceola Class of 1968

News Staff
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Osceola Class of 1973 Reunites After 50 Years

Osceola Class of 1973 Reunites After 50 Years

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Osceola Class of 1973 Reunites After 50 Years

News Staff
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
The Osceola High School Class of 1973 met at the Ryan Hill Country Club for their 50th Class Reunion. There were 35 in attendance with spouses and guests.

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Library News

News Staff
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
The Osceola Public Library’s Book Club will meet Monday, June 12 at 5:00 to discuss The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Join us for charcuterie and a great discussion! Can’t make it this month? Read ahead!

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Osceola Community Players to Present Play

News Staff
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
The Osceola Community Players will present the play “She Was Only Marginally Modest” on Sunday June 25th at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Osceola Auditorium. There is no cost but there will be an opportunity for a free will donation.
Kale Gustafson of Osceola was chosen by American Legion Post #91 to attend Boys’ State in June. Kale is the son of Mark and Kendra Gustafson of Osceola. He is a junior at Osceola Public Schools and is involved in football, basketball, track, National Honor Society, One-Act, FFA and SWAG.

Kale Gustafson of Osceola was chosen by American Legion Post #91 to attend Boys’ State in June. Kale is the son of Mark and Kendra Gustafson of Osceola. He is a junior at Osceola Public Schools and is involved in football, basketball, track, National Honor Society, One-Act, FFA and SWAG.

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Gustafson Chosen for Boys’ State

News Staff
Wednesday, May 10, 2023

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Employee Shortage Hits Nebraska

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Nebraska is full of hard-working people, and generally our unemployment rate is low. However lately nationwide there is an employee shortage. There are more jobs than there are workers. The baby boomers are retiring (or wanting to), and that takes a large portion of the working people.
The Vrbka-Ott-King family of Polk County received the multi-generation family of volunteers award from Nebraska 4-H. Photo provided.

The Vrbka-Ott-King family of Polk County received the multi-generation family of volunteers award from Nebraska 4-H. Photo provided.

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4-H Family Receives Award

Staff Report
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
In observance of the Week of the Volunteer, Nebraska 4-H is proud to celebrate some of the 2023 Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Award Winners. The Ray and Betty Vrbka family is receiving the Multi-Generation Family of Volunteers Award.
Osceola junior Kale Gustafson takes part in the staged car accident to simulate what could happen when a person drinks and drives. Osceola has prom this weekend. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow

Osceola junior Kale Gustafson takes part in the staged car accident to simulate what could happen when a person drinks and drives. Osceola has prom this weekend. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow

A SOBER REMINDER

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
OSCEOLA— Every four years, Osceola hosts a mock car accident. They do this in timing with prom so students can see the serious effect of drinking and driving. This year was no exception. Five high school students pretended to be in a car accident on Monday.