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You can't injure your eyesight by looking on the bright side!
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Br-r-r-r and it's been COLD outside, too! Old Man Winter doesn't seem to want to take a hike this spring, even though just about everyone else does. Warm one day, cold the next. I know that's pretty much how spring operates, but I think this year we've all been overly anxious to see more green grass, blue sky and pretty flowers sooner rather than later. The cold, gray skies just seem to add to the dark mood of the times, but we have to find or make our own bright spots, don't we?
Until the last month or so, it seemed that we were constantly on the run. Maybe this is really a 'silver lining'. Now we're kind-of forced to sit tight, stick to home and slowly wait it out. When was the last time you had the opportunity to just sit back and relax - and not feel guilty about it?
It would be truly sad if we can't find solace and contentment in our own homes and yards. So look for it. It's there. After all, it's your home. You made it what it is and, above all, I hope it's a comfort to you.
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Thanks to local artist, Cheryll Wallace, for her pretty pen and ink drawing at top.
Also, thank you to our daughter, Kate, in Littleton, Colorado for her pic below. They woke up to a foot of snow on Monday, after Easter. Does that make you feel better?
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CLICK HERE for an IMPORTANT MESSAGE from TOWN HALL.
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EARTH DAY is WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22nd, so PLAN YOUR DAY NOW. WHEN YOUR YARD is an INVITING PLACE to be, YOU'LL ENJOY it MORE OFTEN. SO START CLEANING UP and YOUR NEIGHBORS will APPRECIATE it and ENJOY it, TOO!
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YES, WE'RE STILL OPEN!
It was great news late last fall when area residents found out that a new restaurant, THE FLAME, was opening in Murray. Word got out that Manny, The Flame's owner and chef, was serving up fantastic fare. It wasn't an extensive menu, but what was on it was really, really tasty!
The Flame had only been open a mere three months, when Manny had to close his doors to sit-down guests, due to the coronavirus threat. That hasn't stopped his guests from ordering, though. Like many other restaurants, Manny is offering carry-out service only.
Try to help keep Manny and The Flame in Murray during this health crisis. Try to get one meal from there each week and hopefully, when this rough time has passed, The Flame will remain here and become the true 'hot spot' to come for a delicious meal for many years to come.
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This Friday, April 17th, you can enjoy a great PRIME RIB DINNER with two sides for $17.99; two dinners with four sides for $35; or three dinners with six sides for $50.
Call 402-235-2247 to place your order and PLEASE, remember to wear a facial protection mask when you pick up your meal.
Thank you!!
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DID YOU KNOW...
If you have already received your mail-in ballot and have completed it, you may deposit it in the drop box at the election office in Plattsmouth at any time, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week UNTIL 8 p.m. on Election Day, May 12th, 2020. At that time the box will be locked.
To view all parties' SAMPLE ballots, click HERE.
Click HERE for all other information you may need to vote in Cass County, Nebraska.
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TEN YEARS AGO...
Click HERE to see Earth Day Activities, Relay for Life in Memory of a Friend, Kris Johnson, Bingo for Baseball, Conestoga Track Photos and Elementary Spring Carnival, Young Cemetery Maintenance, Cub Scouts Scouting for Food and a Diamond in the Rough.
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT....
The CONESTOGA PUBLIC SCHOOLS TOWNHALL April newsletter arrived last week. In case you didn't read it, and with election day just around the corner, you probably should check out the important information about the BOND ISSUE for school improvements. Conestoga educates our kids, now you EDUCATE YOURSELF and find out more before going to the polls.
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PUT THESE ON TO DO LIST:
REQUEST MAIL-IN VOTING BALLOT NOW, (see below in yellow for more info)
GET PETS LICENSED BY MAY 1st
PLAN EARTH DAY FOR YARD
ASK FRIENDS and NEIGHBORS IF THEY NEED GROCERIES and/or PRESCRIPTIONS
CALL, DON'T TEXT, SOMEONE FAR AWAY.
WASH HANDS!
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Easter's uplifting message isn't just good for one day each year, but for any day.
In case you missed it, here's the link to Murray Christian Church's Easter service.
Check it out for a message of hope, peace and love.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xqHv4NdUWg
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Now that doctors are advising to wear a face mask when you go to the store, here's an easy to follow pattern for those of you who want to make your own, from Joann Fabrics:
https://www.joann.com/search?q=maketogivemask&icn=maskproject&ici=maketogive
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GARAGE SALE FRIENDS,
DUE to the COVID-19 THREAT, I FEEL it BEST to CANCEL the MURRAY VILLAGE-WIDE GARAGE SALES this SPRING. I WOULDN'T FEEL RIGHT ENCOURAGING ANYONE to GO OUT AMIDST the THREAT of this NASTY VIRUS.
THANKS for YOUR UNDERSTANDING. STAY SAFE and WELL.
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WEAR YOUR GLOVES RESPONSIBLY
Cross Contamination and Gloves.
CHECK THIS VIDEO:
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Click here to read this DIRECT ORDER from Sarpy/Cass Health Department that is effective immediately.
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It hasn't stopped. Some new candidate and incumbents’ websites have recently been hacked ~ again. If you truly care about cyber security, call or email your U.S. Senator and express your opinion to pass both the SAFE Act and SHIELD Act that was passed by the House of Representatives in 2019 and now just waiting on the Senate to vote on. Passing in the Senate will help to provide more security measures against foreign influence in our elections. Find your Senator's contact information HERE, then make that call or email happen.
Read your Early Voting Ballot Request, (shown above), that you should have received in the mail by now. You MUST sign it and be sure it's back to the Election Office NO LATER THAN MAY 1st, so that you can receive your ballot. You may put the yellow card in an envelope and mail it back OR take it to the Election Office and drop in the outside drop box at 201 Main Street, Plattsmouth, NE. The office is located at the southeast corner of Main Street by the flagpole at the roundabout.
More information will be forthcoming as to how, when and where to actually vote in May if this temporary 'social distancing' period is still in effect.
Just be sure to VOTE in the primary. Take charge of your own vote and don’t let hackers steal it!
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CLICK HERE for MORE IMPORTANT ELECTION INFORMATION
The NEBRASKA 2020 STATEWIDE PRIMARY ELECTION is MAY 12
"Your ballot is waiting for you - request it, cast it!"
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Nebraska State Treasurer Murante Announces Free Online Financial Education Resource for Students and Adults
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ATTENTION MEMBERS and FRIENDS
If you have a compromised immune system or do not feel safe going out to a public grocery store, we have 4 volunteers available to help. Please call the church office to request their services 402.235.2527.
Worship this week will be through Facebook Live.
Thank you,
Pastor Mike and the Murray Christian Church Board
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CLICK HERE to READ the DIRECT ORDER
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WHY FILL OUT THE 2020 CENSUS FORM?
BECAUSE WE ALL COUNT.
Did you receive a letter from the U.S. Census Bureau yet? If so, be sure to get it filled out and mailed back or you can easily do it online. It only takes a couple of minutes to make a world of difference.
Be sure to have your letter with you when you fill out the form. You'll need the Census ID number on the letter that's assigned to your address. Then go to https://2020census.gov/to complete the form.
Why fill out the form? The information you provide helps the government to determine areas that need federal funding, such as food programs, road maintenance, schools, employment opportunities, health related programs and many others. So you see? This helps you, your family and community.
Another reason to fill it out. IT'S the LAW. Failure to return the form will bring a Census Bureau Interviewer, in person, to your home.
More info can be found here, https://www.census.gov/
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ATTENTION, MURRAY RESIDENTS
APRIL VILLAGE BOARD MEETING to GO ONLINE LIVE.
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Update 2020-03-20, 12:55 pm:
NOTICE OF CLOSURE OF VILLAGE OFFICE
Due to the current pandemic of the Corona Virus (COVID-19), the Village of Murray Town Hall Building will be closed to the public until further notice.
Business may be conducted by calling:
Shelli, Village Clerk @Town Hall, 402-235-2119
Jerome, Maintenance 402-306-5012
Email: murrayclerk@windstream.net
Please utilize the drop box outside the Town Hall for payments/applications.
Disconnection services and late fees/penalties will not be conducted throughout this time.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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Pet license renewals are due May 1st. You must present proof of current rabies vaccination for each pet. Go to the 'Village Office' tab, 'Announcements and Notifications' to print an animal license form.
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Update 2020-03-18 Please be advised that the Village of Murray Board of Trustees is in support of the County, State, and Federal guidelines regarding limiting the number of people to 10 at our places of public assembly. This includes ballfields, parks, and the Village office.
No ball practices or games will be allowed on Village property until the Governor lifts the 10-person limit guideline. Thank you.
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Work on the railroad bridge in Murray might alter your schedule. Plan your route accordingly and be prepared for delays as you travel Highway 1 through town.
Use caution and drive slowly, keeping the construction workers' safety in mind when going through the work zone.
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YOUR VOTE MATTERS!
NOW IS THE TIME!
Click HERE and use this application to register to vote in Nebraska or to update your name, address, or party on your Nebraska voter registration record.
Nebraska's primary is Tuesday, May 12. Deadline to register for the primary is April 21st.
The Election Office for Cass County, NE is at 201 Main Street, (by the flagpole!), in Plattsmouth. Hours are 8-5, Monday - Friday. Phone 402-296-9309 with questions.
Get it done now!
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New www.CassLocal.com - Small Business Survival Kit ( Click Here )
Please add your Business to our List CLICK HERE
Please add Your Church or Non-Profit CLICK HERE
Zero Hour - Cass Local - Listen Audio
A major goal for the CassLocal.com project, was to make small business support as convenient as possible. If you have a small business, you know that job one, is to make your businesses as simple, and convenient as possible to interact with.
The Corona $1200 checks, are starting to arrive this week. We know that some fortunate Nebraskans are not desperate and might consider helping struggling small businesses, Churches and Non-Profit organizations with a donation or better yet buying Gift Cards. We encourage restaurants, bars, basically any small businesses to get a Gift Card account from companies like Square. This is a convenient way for fortunate Nebraskan's to inject life saving cash into the business, in echange for Goods and Services later when the storm passes. None of this is possible, unless you add your business or Organization to www.CassLocal.com free. Any questions? TEXT VM/402-968-0821
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CASS COUNTY BUSINESS OWNERS,
CLICK THE FERRIS WHEEL BELOW!
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Be Sure to Check the State Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property List - YOU Might Have Some Cash Coming to You!
Treasurer John Murante announced, “I encourage Nebraskans to check the Unclaimed Property Report for their own names and the names of their businesses, as well as the names of family members and friends. We may have property you are entitled to, and we want to get you your money,” Murante said.
“While the Unclaimed Property Report is a valuable way for the public to find out about any holdings they may be unaware of, I want to encourage everyone to check out our online database at www.NebraskaLostCash.gov, which is constantly updated.”
The 2020 Tabloid represents $22,786,778 in new unclaimed property reported since last year’s publication. The report will be published as a 28-page tabloid insert in 16 Nebraska newspapers, as required by State Statute.
The Nebraska Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Division returned $13,663,918 in unclaimed property and paid 17,786 claims in 2019, up from 16,932 claims in 2018.
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Treasurer Murante, NEST 529 Cultivate Dreams for the Academic Future with Farm-Themed Photo Drawing
Six Young Nebraskans to Each Receive a $1,000 NEST 529 College Savings Plan Account Contribution
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ARM YOURSELF with the FACTS
(By Patricia Zeigler)
The upcoming 2020 U.S. presidential elections are quickly approaching. November 2020 isn't all that far off. If you are not yet registered to vote, now is the time to do so. Cass County, NE residents can find registration information here: http://www.cassne.org/election.html
Here’s the website for the Federal Election Commission, https://www.fec.gov/, so you can see how the campaign finance process works, along with other useful information. Type in your zip code and you can see who’s running for office in your local area.
As of 2020-04-13, the current presidential candidates and their websites are:
DEMOCRAT
Biden, Joe, https://joebiden.com/
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REPUBLICAN
Trump, Donald, https://www.donaldjtrump.com/
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DON'T STOP READING NOW!
SEE BELOW FOR LOTS MORE GOING ON!
EVENTS IN NEIGHBORING TOWNS:
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2020 MEETINGS
EAST CASS PIONEER CEMETERY DISTRICT
Mondays at 7pm at MurrayTown Hall on the following dates:
April 13* ~ This will be an online video meeting. See more information at the top of this Newsletter edition.
* PENDING ~ May 11
July 13
August 10
September 14
November 9
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Bring the family for a fun night of LIVE entertainment!
Come to dance or just sit back and enjoy the music!
UPCOMING SHOWS:
CANCELED TILL FURTHER NOTICE
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SUNDAY JAM SESSION:
CANCELED TILL FURTHER NOTICE
We jam the 2nd Sunday of each month, at 1:00, except in May, (due to Mother's Day), when it's the 3rd Sunday; and sometimes April, (due to Easter).
Beginners are always welcome! Bring your instrument and a snack to share. Jam Sessions are FREE!
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For updates call 1-800-480-8797, ext. 211 or drop us an email at cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com.
Cornhusker Country Music Theater, 211 Main St, Louisville, NE, is a nonprofit, 501 c 3, organization
Like us on Facebook @ Cornhusker Country Music Theater.
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The pay rate for Cass and Otoe counties is $17.50 per hour plus mileage.
If you have any questions please contact Audrey at 402-366-9643.
2020census.gov/jobs
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.Due to current conditions, social distancing recommendations, and the need to keep gatherings to 10 people or less, we are asking that any group wishing to visit the museum adhere to the 10-or-less rule.
"Rightfully Hers" Exhibit at Cass County Museum
Cass County Historical Society Museum has installed a popup exhibition from the
National Archives, "Rightfully Hers", commemorating the 100th anniversary of the
ratification of the 19th Amendment.
"Rightfully Hers" contains simple messages exploring the history of the ratification of the 19th amendment, women's voting rights before and after the 19th, and its impact today. Despite decades of marches, petitions, and public debate to enshrine a woman's right to vote in the constitution, the 19th amendment - while an enormous milestone- did not grant voting rights for all. The exhibit runs through May.
In conjunction with the exhibit, the Historical Society has installed a small exhibit about the woman's suffrage movement in Cass County from 1866 to 1920. The brown bag program series in March and April includes programs about the movement and notable women in Cass County history. Cass County Museum in open Tuesday through Saturday from 12:00 to 4:00.
After April 1, the museum will also be open on Sunday.
"Rightfully Hers"was organized by the National Archives and Records Administration.
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, the National Archives launched a nationwide initiative and major exhibition that explores the generations-long fight for universal woman suffrage.The exhibition is presented in part by the National Archives Foundation through the generous support of Unilever, Pivotal Ventures, Carl M. Freeman Foundation in honor of Virginia Allen Freeman, AARP and Denise Gwyn Ferguson.
For additional information contact the Cass County Museum at 402-296-4770.
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NOW HIRING!!!!!
·PT/FT Day, Evening, and Overnight C.N.A’s
·Weekend Baylor C.N.A’s
·Licensed Professional Nurse (LPN)
We offer free healthcare premiums for our full time employees, shift differentials, and competitive wages, full benefit plan, and paid time off. Call us at 402-234-2125 or apply online at wwwwww.louisvillecarecenter.com
The Conestoga Backpack Pantry serves the Murray, Nehawka, Union and Beaver Lake areas in southeast Nebraska, although we will not turn away anyone in need. Food packs are placed in the childrens' locker at school to take home on the weekends, helping to sustain them until returning to school the following week.
Your kind donation of non-perishable food items can be made at Cornerstone Bank in Murray during business hours, Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm. We can also pick up your items, if you cannot drop them off. Call Jill at 402-660-3543 to make arrangements.
Some ideas are cereal, juice boxes, granola bars, cereal bars, pancake mix, peanut butter, jelly, tuna or chicken salad packs, fruit cups, raisins, cheese and cracker snacks, macaroni and cheese cups, etc. Keep in mind that some of the children are very young and are possibly 'preparing' their own meals. Easy to open containers are a good option for little hands.
Each time you shop, just pick up one thing and set it aside and after a few weeks, drop off your bag of items at the bank or church.
Thank you!
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Historian Harlan at Herban Coffee Lab
The second Saturday of each month, 10:00 am at Herban Coffee Lab, Plattsmouth, NE, 'Historian Harlan' will share stories of local characters from early last century. It's always interesting and interactive.
Come join us for some excellent coffee and local history!
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P.A.R.C. members get together Tuesday evenings at Plattsmouth's Burger King at 7 pm.
Monthly meetings the last Saturday of most months at Mom's Cafe in Plattsmouth, 8 am. (NO December monthly meeting.)
Click here or on the radio antenna logo above to read the latest newsletter and calendar.
For more info, contact Roger Behrns, rb55930@windstream.net or call 402-234-6775.
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ATTENTION, VETERANS!
Do you need assistance? We're here to help!
Contact Cass County Veteran Service Officer
Email:
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Admin Assistant: Jacie Victor
Phone:
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ccvsoadmin@cassne.org
Hours:
Call for appointment!
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BACK TO SCHOOL? GET YOUR GED!
IT ISN'T JUST FOR KIDS ANYMORE!
GED classes will resume near the same time as public schools in the fall. Call 402-296-3174 ext. 2315 for information.
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Hope's Closet Hours:
M - F, 10-4
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ARE YOU 55+
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LOOKING FOR PART-TIME WORK?
The following is an employment opportunity available to older adults in Cass County.
Experience Works is a national, non-profit organization funded by the US Dept of Labor to administer the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which assists people 55 and older in getting updated training to assist in returning to the workforce. This is a federally funded program and offers a no-cost employment service to older adults who qualify.
Once accepted into the program, individuals are placed in a training site in or near their community, where they gain on the job experience while working 20-21 hours/week at $8/hour.
We also help with skill assessments, computer training, resumes, cover letters, job search, etc.
The goal is that through the training and job search assistance we gain help older adults gain good jobs in or around their communities.
Stephanie MahonyEmployment and Training CoordinatorExperience Works, Inc.
1111 "O" Street Ste 205
American Job CenterLincoln, NE 68508
Phone: 402-441-1654Fax: 402-441-6038
stephanie_mahony@experienceworks.org
Nebraska Toll-free Number: 1-877-314-7526.
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