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Pawnee Observer Laura Turnbull

Pawnee Observer Laura Turnbull

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Potpourri: school starts, nothing to do, nothing done.

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
The last few weeks have certainly been different as I have done nothing much productive unless you classify sitting in a recliner most of the day doing something productive. I haven’t even played Solitaire! What I have been doing is watching the world outside.
Carrie Ramsey, PA

Carrie Ramsey, PA

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Benefits of Breast Feeding

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Women are learning of many benefits of breast feeding, not only for their babies, but also the psychological and emotional benefits to themselves. The bonding between a mother and her baby is enhanced by the frequent interaction of breast feeding. Breast milk is the natural food for infants.

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From Our Files

Sput Turnbull
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
2010-10 Years Ago The DuBois Community Building has been a slow process, beginning five or six years ago. The building is estimated to be complete by Labor Day.

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Rains softened the County roads

Ray Kappel
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
The biggest issue facing the County Roads Department is the effect of the recent steady rains. The roads have been pounded by downpours almost daily over the past few weeks if you have been on the County roads, you know what shape they are in.
Jana Lierz , Mary Kay Consultant

Jana Lierz , Mary Kay Consultant

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Jana Lierz , Mary Kay Consultant

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Jana Lierz. was born and raised in Pawnee City. She has lived in or near Pawnee almost my whole life minus a couple years. She is a Mary Kay Consultant. She has been with this group for almost a year and have absolutely fell in love with their products.

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Bloodmobile coming

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Mark your calendars! The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be in Pawnee City on Thursday, August 13th, from noon to 6:00 p.m. at the Methodist Poteet Hall. For more information or to make an appointment to donate, call Tammy at 402-859-4789 or sign up online at redcrossblood.org.

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Gager grandchildren graduate

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
Matthew Gager graduated from UNL on May 16th with a BS in Architectural Design. He graduated with honors. He did enter UNL Lincoln in August to study for his Masters Degree in Architecture. Michelle Gager will graduate from Smithville High School at Smithville, Missouri on Saturday, July 18th.

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TR Village Board candidates file

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
These are the latest filings for the general election:Village of Table Rock:; Bill Vogt, Nonincumbent, Filed 7/29/2020 Village of Table Rock:Sharla Sitzman Cerra, Nonincumbent, Filed 7/30/2020. Matt Kuhlmann, Nonincumbent, Filed 7/31/2020
Elk Creek Scholarship recipients were recognized at the Elk Creek BBQ on August 1, In the photo from left to right are Colby Robison, Carrie Beethe and Dana Christen.

Elk Creek Scholarship recipients were recognized at the Elk Creek BBQ on August 1, In the photo from left to right are Colby Robison, Carrie Beethe and Dana Christen.

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Elk Creek Community Club scholarships

News Staff
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
The Elk Creek Community Club awarded four $150.00 scholarships. Recipients are as follows: Carrie Beethe, daughter of Allan & Carolyn Beethe of Tecumseh. $150 scholarship.
Norman McHenry and his 1952 John Deere B tractor. He won a People’s Choice Award at Harvest Bash one year. He got a trophy that was bigger than he was. He was just a little kid then. Ray Kappel/Republican

Norman McHenry and his 1952 John Deere B tractor. He won a People’s Choice Award at Harvest Bash one year. He got a trophy that was bigger than he was. He was just a little kid then. Ray Kappel/Republican

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Seventh grader collects old tractors and miniatures

Ray Kappel
Tuesday, August 4, 2020
If you’re into old tractors, this story is for you. Pawnee City seventh grader Norman McHenry has quite a collection, both miniature and large tractors. Just drive by his house in Burchard and you can see the line of full-sized them.
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