Polk Library

Harvest is pretty much over so now is a great time to sit back, relax and enjoy a great book! We have lots of different types of books at the Polk Library so come in, check one out and sit back, relax and read! We have lots of exciting news here at the Library!

History of Voting in the United States

In the Constitution in 1789, voting was limited to property- owning or tax-paying white males (about 6% of the population. The Naturalization Act of 1790 limited citizenship to free white persons.

Farm Community Assists Peterson Family

Farmers from Stromsburg, Polk, Hordville and Clarks rallied around the Peterson family over the weekend to help bring in the harvest following the death of Nate Peterson, who died in a car accident September 16.

Polk County Court Clerks Recognized

Jodie Roberts, Clerk Magistrate and Ex Officio Clerk of the District Court in Polk County and Assistant Clerk Mykaela Dishong took on numerous additional responsibilities during a recent period of staffing transitions in the 5th Judicial District.

Harvey McHarry Honored with Quilt of Valor

Harvey McHarry, a 100-year-old veteran of World War II was surprised by a quilt of valor on Tuesday at the Polk Senior Center. Harvey enlisted in the air force in 1942 and served until 1946.

Flamingos Return to High Plains Community

CLARKS — A flock of pink flamingos has migrated to the High Plains community. High Plains Elementary is having a little fun with their FUNdraiser as pink flamingos are making the rounds and taking up residence in area yards.

Senior Center

Fall has arrived and October is a busy month at the center. We’ve been having a great turn out for our “Healthier You” exercise group led by Sue Daley and Avis Blase. This meets every Monday and Wednesday at 9:30 AM. All are welcome. October 31: County pool at 1:30 PM at Polk.

Polk Senior Center

Upcoming events: October 28, Birthday party at 1:30 October 31 Special dinner, reservations were required. Do you need help with Medicare Part D? Do you want to change your Medicare prescription drug plan?

Birthday Card Shower

The family of Rose Anderson would like to honor Rose’s 95th birthday on November 2nd with a Card Shower. Cards may be sent to Rose at 12947 E. Road, Clarks, NE 68628. Rose was married to Reuben and they raised two sons, Dennis (Jeanie) of Polk and Larry (Debra) of Marquette.

Immunization Clinics Nov. 9, 21

The Polk County Health Department will hold immunization clinics at the Polk County Health Department in Osceola on Wednesday, November 9th from 3:30 to 5:30 and Monday, November 21st from 3:30 to 5:30. An appointment is required for compliance to the COVID-19 directives.