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Photos provided by Talia Peterson

Photos provided by Talia Peterson

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

Polk County Court Clerks Recognized

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.
PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

PCN photo by Beth Sparrow

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 have reportedly begun taking up residence at various High Plains community locations. High Plains Schools photo

Flamingos have reportedly begun taking up residence at various High Plains community locations. High Plains Schools photo

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

Birthday

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.

Mountain Lion Lottery Application Period

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will accept lottery applications for mountain lion permits November 7 – December 14, 2022, for the 2023 hunting season. Permits are available only to Nebraska residents, who may have one permit per calendar year.
Minimum Wage Increase Affects Small Businesses

Minimum Wage Increase Affects Small Businesses

Minimum Wage Increase Affects Small Businesses

In less than three weeks, Nebraskans will vote on a minimum wage increase. The current minimum wage for non-students is $9 per hour. The federal minimum wage is $7.25 an hour. Minimum wage does not apply to tipped employees, some student workers and other exempt occupations.