Churches Discuss Future Denomination Affiliation

As members of The United Methodist Church (UMC) debate the church’s stance on human sexuality, some congregations are considering whether they wish to leave the denomination. Recently many UMC parishes have voted on whether to stay with the denomination or leave.

Rahn Completes Training

Wade Rahn, Polk County RPPD’s Customer Service/IT Manager, has earned recognition as a professional key accounts manager in a nationwide program offered by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA).

Library News

Lauran Ostberg Library Director I thought I’d drop a line. Thank you to everyone that came to Learn Origami! It was a grand time teaching kids the Japanese art of folding paper. We will definitely do this program again in the future!

The Old Potash Road

A major street in Grand Island is called “Old Potash Road.” I have wondered why it has this name, and this article from the July 1926 paper explains it.

Summer Ball Burger Bash

Summer Ball Burger Bash is Sunday, March 19 at the American Legion from 5-7 PM. Meal includes burger, chips, beans, dessert bar and drink. Proceeds will go to the summer ball program.

Cross County Speech Performance

Ella Pinkelman and Revin Nyberg perform their district winning duet speech Monday night in the Cross County auditorium.

Governor Pillen Seeks Applicants for NPPD Board

LINCOLN, NE – Due to the vacancy in Subdivision 5 for the Nebraska Public Power District Board of Directors, Governor Jim Pillen is now accepting applications to fill the vacancy.

Governor Pillen Calls Upon PSC to Focus on Rail Safety

LINCOLN, NE – Governor Jim Pillen reacted to media reports that the Nebraska Public Service Commission has failed to employ a railroad track safety inspector for two decades. He is calling on the agency to refocus efforts to protect public safety.

Southeast Nebraska State Parks Make Many Improvements

Visitors to state park areas in southeast Nebraska will find enhanced day-use and camping amenities. Projects completed in 2022 or to be finished in 2023 will appeal to an array of park users.

Free Yoga Class for Beginners coming to Osceola March 24

The Polk County Health Dept, Four Corners Health Dept., and Polk County Senior Services are hosting a Free Yoga Class For Beginners. The class is March 24 at 1 p.m. St Vincent Catholic Hall, Osceola. This is an opportunity to learn about Yoga, or get reacquainted with Yoga.