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Happy Treats For Halloween

Sput Turnbull
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
As Halloween approaches, there is much uncertainty about what we should be doing. The Pawnee Republican staff would like to help eliminate some of the stress.

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Casino-style gambling / amendments on ballot

News Staff
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
(Info from published reports) Casino-style gambling is back on the ballot in this year’s fall election. Several proposed amendments to state statutes call for the casino-style gambling be allowed at licensed racetracks in Nebraska.
All decked out for Halloween

All decked out for Halloween

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All decked out for Halloween

News Staff
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Chuck Habegger of 932 H St. in Pawnee City is all decked out for Halloween. He has two big displays of spooks and dragons on each side of his house. Ray Kappel Photos/ Republican

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The COVID-19 virus and its effect on schools

Supt. Brian Rottinghaus
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
In the early stages of the pandemic, the COVID virus didn’t appear to be posing much of a risk to many rural regions of Nebraska. When the virus peaked in late April, many counties, like Pawnee, still had no reported cases.

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2020 election fever is upon us

Ray Kappel
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
The 2020 election is upon us and the fever is high. It is the time of COVID-19 and we may see a free-for-all at the national level before it is all over. Battlelines are being drawn and the country is going into to psych gear as people’s hatred for one side or the other reaches a shrill pitch.
Pawnee Observer Laura Turnbull

Pawnee Observer Laura Turnbull

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Thanks for reading

News Staff
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
I am in assisted living and find it hard to type. None the less I shall try to get this column done. Nothing exciting happen in my life lately except a new permanent residence. I like it here never thought I would be in this shape. Come Spring I hope to get out about more.

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From Our Files

Sput Turnbull
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
2010-10 Years Ago Tracy Huston donated an organ to the Pawnee City Historical Society to be placed in the Butler house. His mother had purchased the organ sometime after World War II at the estate sale of Alice Story, a relative of David Butler. 1995-25 Years Ago Den’s Locker is moving.
Heather Farwell, PA

Heather Farwell, PA

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Depression in the Elderly

News Staff
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Depression in the elderly is more than a minor problem or an inconvenience. It is a common illness that has serious ramifications. And too often it is overlooked by family, friends and even doctors. Depression is not the same as grief or sadness—these are normal emotions when there has been a loss.

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How to prepare for a good blood donation experience

News Staff
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Healthy individuals are needed every day to maintain an adequate blood supply for patients in need. Once a donor has made the commitment to give blood, it is important to take a few simple steps to prepare and help ensure a good donation experience.
Community Calendar

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Community Calendar

News Staff
Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Items must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. the Friday before publication to be included in this calendar. No exceptions Monday, October 12 7:30 p.m.-Alcoholics Anonymous at the Pawnee Village, 418 11th St, Pawnee City. Tuesday, October 13 10:30 a.m.-Story Time at the Pawnee City Public Library.
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