Stromsburg

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.
Above: Hillary Mundt and Mayor Ken Everingham present Dennis Nuttelman with the volunteer of the year.

Above: Hillary Mundt and Mayor Ken Everingham present Dennis Nuttelman with the volunteer of the year.

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Awards Presented at First Friday

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
STROMSBURG - Friday, June 5th was First Friday sponsored by the Stromsburg Chamber of Commerce. The band Freedom Road played, there were food trucks, vendors, pie and ice cream and cornhole. Many came out for the event and the only downside was mosquitos from the rain.

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Help with Flags Memorial Weekend

Staff Report
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Legion Needs Help with Flags Memorial WeekendHonoring our veterans over Memorial weekend has been a tradition for many years. Stromsburg Legion Post 132 will help with the Memorial ceremony at both Swede Home and Stromsburg cemeteries on Monday, May 25th.

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Swedish Festival Food News

Staff Report
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
The Swedish Festival will be June 19-21, 2026. There is some exciting news about the food.The Taste of Sweden and Smorgasbord have combined! The Taste of Sweden (by Woman's Civic Improvement Club) will run Friday, June 19th from 5-9 PM.
Above: Cross County P.E. teacher and coach, Trent Grizzle (left) is pictured with senior Jacob Smith. Smith recently was honored by the Salvation Army as one of 19 students in the state chosen for the DJ’s Hero Award. Photo provided.

Above: Cross County P.E. teacher and coach, Trent Grizzle (left) is pictured with senior Jacob Smith. Smith recently was honored by the Salvation Army as one of 19 students in the state chosen for the DJ’s Hero Award. Photo provided.

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Jacob Smith Receives Prestigious Scholarship

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
OMAHA - Jacob Smith, senior at Cross County, was nominated and received the DJ Hero Award. He was one of 19 Nebraska students chosen. This award is based on perseverance, generosity and servant-leadership.
Pictured are AWANA Timothy award winners (clear trophy) and Clubbers of the year (gold star trophy): Taytum McLean, Serena Bauer, Cedar Johnson, Jackson Phillips, Sawyer Mundt; (back) Violet Peterson, Adelace Wilgocki, Penny Holtz, Evelyn Coffin, Addison King, and Sam Tonniges. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

Pictured are AWANA Timothy award winners (clear trophy) and Clubbers of the year (gold star trophy): Taytum McLean, Serena Bauer, Cedar Johnson, Jackson Phillips, Sawyer Mundt; (back) Violet Peterson, Adelace Wilgocki, Penny Holtz, Evelyn Coffin, Addison King, and Sam Tonniges. PCN photo by Beth Sparrow.

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AWANA Concludes 45th Year

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
STROMSBURG - Wednesday (April 22nd), Stromsburg AWANA club wrapped up it’s 45 year with their annual awards night. In AWANA kids from age Kindergarten to sixth grade study Bible verses and recite them, as well as hear a speaker in counsel time and play games.
BLUE VALLEY MOVING LOCAL OFFICE

BLUE VALLEY MOVING LOCAL OFFICE

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BLUE VALLEY MOVING LOCAL OFFICE

Beth Sparrow
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
STROMSBURG - After over 20 years on the square in Osceola, Blue Valley Community Action is moving their Polk County location to Stromsburg.