Many lung diseases have an element of obstruction to air flow leaving the lungs and they are grouped into the general category of “obstructive lung disease.” Chronic bronchitis, emphysema and asthma are the three main forms of obstructive lung disease. Of these, only asthma is reversible.

2010-10 Years Ago The Pawnee City Foundation has staked off an area at the east end of the track where they will construct a wellness and fitness building for the school. The total project cost for the 42x68 building is estimated at $99,247.

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A Mitten Tree for students at Pawnee City Schools has been set up. Bring in your new or gently used gloves, hats, mittens, winter coats to the City Office through Dec.

Just today I heard that one social media forum blocked a potent posting of a bible passage. My guess is that it spoke of a truth that God gives us, a good teaching, though someone was offended. That’s what often happens in our world. If you don’t like what someone says, attack them, or at least shut down their free speech. This is when I am so thankful that our local newspapers will print our words, even if they possibly disagree. Here and in God’s house, Christians can print and preach God’s Word without being threatened or bullied. To quote from Psalm 136, “O give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; for His mercy endures forever.” Of course, November is blessed with Thanksgiving, but for what? To whom?

Volunteers again answered the call and set up the Avenue of Flags on Veterans Day. Because of the pandemic, local programs were canceled but at least we had the flags to look and reflect on the service of our veterans, past and present.

This Thanksgiving is a good time to reflect on our blessings, especially in this troubled time. One thing to be thankful for is the 2020 harvest. Despite all the difficulties working around the pandemic, the farmers still brought in the crop.

(Editor’s Note: These poems are meant to be read on Thanksgiving Day. They are tried and true.) The New-England Boy's Song about Thanksgiving Day By Linda Maria Child Over the river, and through the wood, To grandfather's house we go; The horse knows the way, To carry the sleigh, Through the white and drifted snow.

Plaques were put up in Steinauer by the Village of Steinauer in appreciation for all those that donated financially to the park project. The new playground equipment and picnic shelter could not have been completed without all the support!.

Sharon Joyner is not your typical just out of college teaching prospect. She teaches grades kindergarten through 12th grades at HTRS.