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ABOVE: Fifth and sixth graders competed in the morning; winners included (left to right) first Rebekah Werth (CC), second Mason Alexander (OSC), third Braylon Duncan (CC) and fourth Dawson Baloun (OSC). PCN photo by Beth Sparrow. BELOW: Seventh and eighth graders competed in the afternoon. Winners were (left to right) first Lily Crane, second Bryn Wadas, third Bradley Lott, and fourth Jadelynn Gifford. Photo provided by Osceola School.

ABOVE: Fifth and sixth graders competed in the morning; winners included (left to right) first Rebekah Werth (CC), second Mason Alexander (OSC), third Braylon Duncan (CC) and fourth Dawson Baloun (OSC). PCN photo by Beth Sparrow. BELOW: Seventh and eighth graders competed in the afternoon. Winners were (left to right) first Lily Crane, second Bryn Wadas, third Bradley Lott, and fourth Jadelynn Gifford. Photo provided by Osceola School.

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Spelling Bee Champions Crowned Monday

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
OSCEOLA - Polk County held the annual spelling bee on Monday. All four schools participated. Each school sent about five participants per grade level. Approximately 31 fifth and sixth graders competed in the morning. After five rounds, the first eight were eliminated.
Superintendent Kim Beran

Superintendent Kim Beran

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Beran Resigns as HPC Superintendent

Cienna Friesen
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Superintendent Kim Beran’s resignation at High Plains Community Schools will be effective June 30th, 2024. “I will be the Superintendent for Elm Creek Public Schools starting the 2024-2025 school year,” Beran said.
Wyatt Urkoski (senior at High Plains) got his 100th pin at the Norm Manstedt Invitational hosted by High Plains at Central Community College in Columbus. Pictured with him is his coach, Martin Phillips on the right, Corbey Grause (far left) and Jason Church. Photo provided.

Wyatt Urkoski (senior at High Plains) got his 100th pin at the Norm Manstedt Invitational hosted by High Plains at Central Community College in Columbus. Pictured with him is his coach, Martin Phillips on the right, Corbey Grause (far left) and Jason Church. Photo provided.

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Urkoski Gets 100th Pin

Staff Report
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
The back of this SUV is piled with sacks of food to be delivered to schools for the backpack program. Photo provided.

The back of this SUV is piled with sacks of food to be delivered to schools for the backpack program. Photo provided.

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Backpack Program Quietly Serves Families

Cienna Friesen
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
There are 86 local kids not going hungry this holiday season thanks to the Backpack Program. The Backpack Program, originating in Lincoln, is locally sponsored by A Place At the Table Inc.
Because of several generous donors, the High Plains Community School was able to raise $13,100 for the Book Blast. This money will go directly to the students to build their home libraries. Above and Below: High Plains Elementary students proudly display their new books.

Because of several generous donors, the High Plains Community School was able to raise $13,100 for the Book Blast. This money will go directly to the students to build their home libraries. Above and Below: High Plains Elementary students proudly display their new books.

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HPC Book Donations Reach $13k

News Staff
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
HIGH PLAINS HALL OF FAME AWARDS

HIGH PLAINS HALL OF FAME AWARDS

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HIGH PLAINS HALL OF FAME AWARDS

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
POLK – High Plains honored three people and a team and inducted them into their Hall of Fame. It’s been two years since the last induction. The ceremony took place Saturday night between junior varsity and varsity basketball games. First up was Roger Merchant.
High Plains Stays 8-Man Football... For Now

High Plains Stays 8-Man Football... For Now

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High Plains Stays 8-Man Football... For Now

Cienna Friesen
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The High Plains Community Schools football team will remain 8-man for the next two-year cycle, but the decision was ultimately not in the Board of Education’s hands. “There was a misunderstanding,” said Principal Micah Fisher at the Tuesday night meeting.
J.L. SCHMIDT

J.L. SCHMIDT

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Whatever Happened to People Who Apologize?

News Staff
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Quick, somebody give the Governor a shovel, I want to see how much deeper he can dig the hole. Weeks after he insulted a reporter who questioned the high nitrate levels on his pig farm, Governor Jim Pillen has yet to apologize for his xenophobic remarks.
High Plains FFA members Elanie Sweet, Allie Howell, Caleb Sharman and Gage Friesen placed 11th out of 32 teams.

High Plains FFA members Elanie Sweet, Allie Howell, Caleb Sharman and Gage Friesen placed 11th out of 32 teams.

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HPC FFA Livestock Judging

News Staff
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
LINCOLN – Students and instructors from 40 high schools met near Broken Bow to compete in State Land Judging on October 25. The Lower Loup Natural Resources District (NRD) partnered with the U.S.
Art and Quilt Show Attracts Many to Museum

Art and Quilt Show Attracts Many to Museum

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Art and Quilt Show Attracts Many to Museum

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
The Polk County Historical Society hosted a quilt and art show at the museum on Sunday afternoon. Approximately 50 visitors came to view the art and quilts. There were 15 quilts and several pieces of art from eight local artists.