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Above: A lemur looks at me.

Above: A lemur looks at me.

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Wild Trail Safari Offers Unique Family Experience

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
POLK - Need something to do this weekend? Wild Trail Safari has you covered. Although there are no lions, tigers or bears (oh my!), you will still see unique animals like a sloth, camels, emus, lemurs and more. Some you can pet and feed, and others you need to stay in your vehicle.

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High Plains Cheerleader Car Wash

News Staff
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
The High Plains cheerleaders will have a car wash on Friday, July 10th at the Dairy Queen parking lot in Central City, starting at 12 noon. A free will donation will support the cheerleaders.
Levi Russell gives a hug at graduation on Saturday. Below all 13 graduating seniors sit on the stage during the commencement at High Plains. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

Levi Russell gives a hug at graduation on Saturday. Below all 13 graduating seniors sit on the stage during the commencement at High Plains. PCN photos by Beth Sparrow.

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HPC Seniors’ Scholarships and Future Plans

News Staff
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
POLK - Thirteen seniors graduated on Saturday. Here are their future plans and scholarships.Nayelli Barrios: Central Community College Mike and Carol Lind Memorial Scholarship, CCC Transition Advantage Scholarship, The Susan T.
Hatfield Named Top Community Volunteer

Hatfield Named Top Community Volunteer

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Hatfield Named Top Community Volunteer

News Staff
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Nick Hatfield was asked to assess the needed repairs and costs of the “Save the Bandstand Project which he agreed to do. After three fourths of the money was raised, the project began with Nick overseeing the entire restoration.
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HPC Seniors Awarded Scholarships

News Staff
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Eight High Plains seniors were awarded Merrick Foundation Scholarships. Front (left to right); Peyton Hofmann, Dakota Gress, Rylee Hofmann and Kenslei Carlson. Back row- Levi Russell, Chase Owens, Carter Urkoski and Brody Spurling. 
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.
Peyton Hofmann, Sydney Hengelfelt and Cannen Mooney received RHOP scholarships to Chadron State. Photos provided.

Peyton Hofmann, Sydney Hengelfelt and Cannen Mooney received RHOP scholarships to Chadron State. Photos provided.

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Three Selected for RHOP at Chadron

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
CHADRON – 25 Nebraska high school students have been selected for the Rural Health Opportunities Program (RHOP) at Chadron State College.
1982 Hordville football team

1982 Hordville football team

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HPC Hall of Fame Inducts 2 Men & A Team

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Two men and one team were inducted into the High Plains Hall of Fame on Saturday. POLK – Saturday between the girls and boys’ basketball game, High Plains honored two individuals and one team by newly inducting them into the HPC Hall of Fame.First was the 1982 Hordville football team.
These students read poems and other written works on Thursday. Pictured above are Collin Brockevelt, Nickenzlee Confer, Alessandro Encamacion-Marino, Di’Mya Kershaw, Wesley Lewis and Sutton VanPelt.

These students read poems and other written works on Thursday. Pictured above are Collin Brockevelt, Nickenzlee Confer, Alessandro Encamacion-Marino, Di’Mya Kershaw, Wesley Lewis and Sutton VanPelt.

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HPC Hosts Poetry Cafe

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
CLARKS - The High Plains Elementary hosted Poetry Cafe on Thursday morning. Parents, grandparents, friends and the public were invited to come.Guests received a program when entering and were sent to a classroom.
Press release from Polk County Sheriff

Press release from Polk County Sheriff

ATV Accident Takes Life of One

Staff Report
Friday, November 7, 2025
ATV/Pedestrian accident 1 mile south of highway 66 on County Road C happened in Polk County on Thursday, November 6th about 5:18 pm. According to Polk County Sheriff Ladwig, the driver of the ATV was Nicholas Rodine, age 42, of Polk.