Stromsburg

Crosswalk at 4th Street and Hwy 81 in Stromsburg

News Staff
Thursday, August 20, 2026
The crosswalk light at highway 81 and 4th Street between Subway and Cornerstone Bank was working mid June. It stopped working about a month ago (late July). A modular box in the control panel is not working. A replacement part has been ordered under warranty.

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PCN Announces Rate Increase

Staff Report
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Do you value local news coverage?It costs most subscribers 87 cents per week to have an issue of the Polk County News delivered to their mailbox. For a $45 annual subscription, you have been able to stay up to date on what is going on in and around Polk County.You read that right. Just 87 cents.
Above: Paula Rollins and Dave Rollins stand by the Heroes Wall they’ve put up on their property. Below: Their display currently shows the cross at its center with the American flags and others. The pink heart is for cancer and dementia and the blue/purple ribbon for suicide and PTSD.

Above: Paula Rollins and Dave Rollins stand by the Heroes Wall they’ve put up on their property. Below: Their display currently shows the cross at its center with the American flags and others. The pink heart is for cancer and dementia and the blue/purple ribbon for suicide and PTSD.

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What’s A Hero? There’s a Wall for That

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
What is a hero? Merriam Webster defines a hero as “an illustrious warrior or soldier” or “one with great courage” or “someone admired for their achievements and noble qualities”.The Rollins of rural Stromsburg have put up a Heroes Wall.
Project: Constellation is a duo, Santiago and Christina from North Dakota coming to perform and present at the Stromsburg Library.

Project: Constellation is a duo, Santiago and Christina from North Dakota coming to perform and present at the Stromsburg Library.

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Project: Constellation at Stromsburg Library

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Project: Constellation is a duo from Grand Forks, North Dakota who will be coming to the Stromsburg Library. They are a husband/ wife team who play music, guitar and violin. Plus she writes books. Santiago grew up in Sweden.
Above: The Nebraska Supreme Court justices will visit Polk County court in Osceola on August 12th. In the back, second from left, is Stromsburg native, Jonathan Papik. Photo provided.

Above: The Nebraska Supreme Court justices will visit Polk County court in Osceola on August 12th. In the back, second from left, is Stromsburg native, Jonathan Papik. Photo provided.

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Nebraska Supreme Court Justices to Visit

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
OSCEOLA - Each year the Nebraska Supreme Court judges visit an area of Nebraska. This year they are visiting north central Nebraska, 16 counties in three days. They come to visit with court staff and community members.

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Festival Results and Wrap Up

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
In spite of the rain, the festival was still a great weekend. Thanks to all who helped. Here are some results.The chicken barbecue was successful, serving almost 600 people. They are considering moving the pit to a location that wouldn’t need moved right away. Committee is fine with that.
Above: Stromsburg crowned their 2026-27 king and queen on Friday night. King is Steve Dubas and Queen Judy Hanson (pictured back left to right). Front are their attendants: Erik Hanson (son of Shane and Merry Hanson), Emmett Klein (son of Tyler and Megan Klein) Lucy Roberts (daughter of Jonathan and Stephanie Roberts) and Raygen Jensen (daughter of Jonathan and Laura Jensen). PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Above: Stromsburg crowned their 2026-27 king and queen on Friday night. King is Steve Dubas and Queen Judy Hanson (pictured back left to right). Front are their attendants: Erik Hanson (son of Shane and Merry Hanson), Emmett Klein (son of Tyler and Megan Klein) Lucy Roberts (daughter of Jonathan and Stephanie Roberts) and Raygen Jensen (daughter of Jonathan and Laura Jensen). PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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2026 Festival King and Queen Crowned

Staff Report
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
STROMSBURG - Friday evening at Festival, a new king and queen were selected from the crowd. This year’s royalty are King Steve Dubas (selected by his wife, last year’s queen) and Queen Judy Hanson. Their attendants include Erik Hanson (Judy’s grandson), Emmett Klein, Lucy Roberts and Raygen Jensen.
Above: Elisa Kurth painted new artwork and signs located at Buckley Park in Stromsburg. They are on the covered picnic shelter/pavilion in the old camping area. Photos provided.

Above: Elisa Kurth painted new artwork and signs located at Buckley Park in Stromsburg. They are on the covered picnic shelter/pavilion in the old camping area. Photos provided.

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New Paintings in Buckley Park

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
STROMSBURG - New artwork is now in Buckley Park, displaying Stromsburg’s Swedish heritage and noting that services are free of charge.New artwork was placed on the east side of the RV pavilion (donation box sign), as well as on the two gables on the north side of the RV pavilion.
Above: Recently Lisa Shoup had her products at the market at First Friday. Below: Her new bug spray is available. Photos provided.

Above: Recently Lisa Shoup had her products at the market at First Friday. Below: Her new bug spray is available. Photos provided.

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Herbalism: Part-Time Business for Ministry

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
STROMSBURG - When Lisa Shoup couldn’t work full time in an office anymore due to medical reasons, she started a home business to fill her time, use her talents and use profit for ministry.Thus was born “The Little Herb & Oil Shed”.
Above: Close to 100 people toured the “old school” to see renovations.

Above: Close to 100 people toured the “old school” to see renovations.

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SLF Tour Features a Walk Down Memory Lane

Rick Holtz
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
STROMSBURG — The community was invited to walk the halls of the old Stromsburg High School on Sunday.The event was part of Stromsburg Legacy Fund Meet & Greet.