Well, it’s that time of the year, and with the temperatures being so cold, all the river cubic-feet-per-second (cfs) readings are listed as ICE. No readings this week for the South, Middle, or North Loup rivers. The geese are back again in the pond and pasture. The game camera pictures with the snow in the background make the deer and bobcat even more outstanding than usual. We had a family of trumpeter swans on our pond Sunday around noon, the parents and three youngsters. They are such a sight.

The family of Bill Sack would like to express our most heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love and compassion shown by our community during this difficult time. Our sincere thanks to Bill’s caring doctors: Dr.

Reminder: Mass will be held this Saturday, January 18th, at St. Joseph’s Church in Elba at 6:30 p.m. followed by refreshments. Wine and cheese will be provided. Please bring finger food to share. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

Reminder: Mass will be held this Saturday, January 18th, at St. Joseph’s Church in Elba at 6:30 p.m. followed by refreshments. Wine and cheese will be provided. Please bring finger food to share. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

The St. Paul Police Department (SPPD) recently released its 2024 calls for service statistics from the Howard County Communication Center, giving a window into the activities of the municipal police department over the past 365 days.