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Announcing Baby Boy Weatherby!

Calder Ridge Weatherby, son of Nathan and Makael Weatherby, is here! He arrived at 12:21 am on October 23, 2021 at 6 pounds, 7 ounces and 19.75 inches long. (Calder's dad is a former Murray resident and graduated from Conestoga High School.)

Congratulations to the happy family!

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Facebook Page for Murray, NE Village Clerk

The Murray, NE Village Clerk assists residents regarding village services, regulations and programs.

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100073901186391

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FOUND - BABY VAMPIRE TEETH!

(They're actually little red bell pepper seeds from our last garden harvest!)

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Bones of Paradise Chosen as 2022 One Book One Nebraska

People across Nebraska are encouraged to read the work of a Nebraskan —and then talk about it with their friends and neighbors. The Bones of Paradise: A Novel (William Morrow, 2016) by Jonis Agee is the 2022 One Book One Nebraska selection.

The Bones of Paradise is a multigenerational family saga set in the unforgiving Nebraska Sand Hills in the years following the massacre at Wounded Knee—it is an ambitious tale of history, vengeance, race, guilt, betrayal, family, and belonging, filled with a vivid cast of characters shaped by violence, love, and a desperate loyalty to the land. The One Book One Nebraska selection committee enjoyed the intricate plot development and well developed characters. They felt that the novel was a compelling read and contained a variety of themes that would engage discussion on a number of topics. Jonis Agee is an award-winning author of twelve books. Her awards include the John Gardner Fiction Award, the George Garrett Award, a National Endowment for the Arts grant in fiction, a Loft-McKnight Award, a Loft-McKnight Award of Distinction, and two Nebraska Book Awards. A native of Nebraska, Agee teaches at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Libraries across Nebraska will join other literary and cultural organizations in planning book discussions, activities, and events that will encourage Nebraskans to read and discuss this book. Support materials to assist with local reading/discussion activities will be available after January 1, 2022 at http://onebook.nebraska.gov. Updates and activity listings will be posted on the One Book One Nebraska Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/onebookonenebraska.

2022 will mark the eighteenth year of the One Book One Nebraska reading program, sponsored by the Nebraska Center for the Book. It encourages Nebraskans across the state to read and discuss one book, chosen from books written by Nebraska authors or that have a Nebraska theme or setting. The Nebraska Center for the Book invites recommendations for One Book One Nebraska book selection year-round at http://centerforthebook.nebraska.gov/obon-nomination.asp.

One Book One Nebraska is sponsored by Nebraska Center for the Book, Humanities Nebraska, and Nebraska Library Commission. The Nebraska Center for the Book brings together the state’s readers, writers, booksellers, librarians, publishers, printers, educators, and scholars to build the community of the book, supporting programs to celebrate and stimulate public interest in books, reading, and the written word. The Nebraska Center for the Book is housed at and supported by the Nebraska Library Commission.

As the state library agency, the Nebraska Library Commission is an advocate for the library and information needs of all Nebraskans. The mission of the Library Commission is statewide promotion, development, and coordination of library and information services, “bringing together people and information.”

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The most up-to-date news releases from the Nebraska Library Commission are always available on the Library Commission website, http://nlc.nebraska.gov/publications/newsreleases.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

The monthly MURRAY FREEDOM FESTIVAL meeting day has been changed and will now be every FIRST THURSDAY of each month.

Anyone wishing to help plan the July 4th festival is welcome to attend. See you there!

MURRAY TOWN HALL
106 W Main St
Murray, NE

7pm

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FRANKIE'S ON HIS WAY TO JR's BAR & GRILL in MURRAY! 

Click on the flyer and check out their extensive menu!

Local Volunteers and Blood Donors Needed 

To Schedule Your Upcoming Blood Drive Donation, click HERE or call 1-800­-RED CROSS (1-800­-733-2767):

WEDNESDAY, NOV 3, 2021
Louisville High School
202 West 3rd St
Louisville, NE 68037
9 am ~ 4 pm

TUESDAY, NOV 9, 2021
Weeping Water High School
204 W O Street
Weeping Water, NE 68463
Noon ~ 6 pm

Sunday, November 14, 2021
First Baptist Church
16220 Hwy 75
Plattsmouth, NE
Noon - 5 pm

Tuesday, November 15, 2021
Conestoga High School
Hwy 1 & 42nd St
Murray, NE
11 am - 5 pm

Monday, Dec 6, 2021
Avoca Town Hall
623 House Street
Avoca, NE
1 - 6 pm

About blood donation

To donate blood, individuals need to bring a blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification that are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also must meet certain height and weight requirements.

Donors can also save up to 15 minutes at the blood drive by completing a RapidPass®. With RapidPass®, donors complete the pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of donation, from a mobile device or computer. To complete a RapidPass®, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

In most cases, those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine can donate. However, knowing the name of the manufacturer of the vaccine they received is important in determining donation eligibility.

Blood drive safety

Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control, and additional precautions – including face masks for donors and staff, regardless of vaccination status – have been implemented to help protect the health of all those in attendance. Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at the drive.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on Twitter at @RedCross.

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All children need a secure place to learn and grow. The ideal place should be in their own home, however many kids are not that fortunate.

In times of neglect or abuse, a child must sometimes be removed from their home at a moment's noticed and placed in a warm, safe place. Kids of all ages, from birth through high school, sometimes need the help of the Child Saving Institute.

CSI helps foster parents and biological families learn the skills they need for a safe, well-cared-for, and loving family life.During this unsettling time of covid-19, the Murray Christian Church is collecting essential cleaning items for the Child Saving Institute.

If you would like to donate, here are some things they could use:Pine Sol, Lysol Disinfectant Spray, sanitizing wipes, latex and powder-free disposable gloves, (L & XL), and hand sanitizer.

Please bring items to Murray Christian Church, 304 W Young St, Murray, NE on Wednesdays, Thursdays or Fridays, between the hours of 10 - 2:00. You may call the church ahead of time, 402-235-2527, to be sure someone will be there to assist you.

Thank you for helping to keep these children, (and the CSI staff), healthy and happy!

 

The Conestoga Backpack Program continues to furnish food to local families in need. The program serves the Murray, Nehawka, Union and Beaver Lake areas in southeast Nebraska, and will not turn anyone away.

Just by adding a few of the items listed below to your shopping list and picking them up, you'll be helping someone in a big way. Keep in mind that some of the children are very young and are possibly 'preparing' their own meals, so easy-to-open containers are a good option for little hands.

Also needed are hygienic supplies, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, cotton swabs, tissues and toilet paper.

To make a monetary donation instead, a check made payable to 'CONESTOGA BACKPACK PROGRAM' may be mailed or deposited at Cornerstone Bank, 102 W Main St, Murray, NE 68409. 100% of all monies collected is used for food and hygienic supplies for the families.

To have the items picked up, call Jill at 402-660-3543 to make arrangements. As another alternative, you may drop them off at Cornerstone Bank in Murray or at their Beaver Lake location.

Your help is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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HELP WANTED:

 

LOFTE COMMUNITY THEATRE - is now accepting applications for a part time hourly office/business manager at our Manly, NE, theatre. This is a critical role responsible for managing Lofte business associated activities, advertising, entering financial transactions, office management and assisting with ticket sales. Computer literacy and customer service skills required; QuickBooks experience, artistic skills helpful. View full job description and download application from the link:https://www.lofte.org/copy-of-staff.  Submit applications to: lofteboard@gmail.com This institution is an EOE Lofte Community Theatre 402-234-2553.

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MASONIC HOME JOBS, UPDATED 2021-10-27

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CONESTOGA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Accepting applications for Jr/Sr High school food service position.

Also accepting applications for a Special Education paraprofessional.

Both are 9-month positions and on a 4-day school week.

Contact Conestoga's District Office, 402-235-2992 or ntrofholz@conestogacogars.org

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KEEP READING about EVENTS in our NEIGHBORING TOWNS

 

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VETERANS EAT FREE 

SOUP LUNCHEON!

Annual Union American Legion Auxiliary
104 Main Union, NE

Sunday, November 14

11:00-1:30

TAKE OUT OR EAT IN

Low sodium ingredients used!

Chicken noodle soup, chili,vegetable beef,
sandwiches, and dessert

$6 Suggested Donation for Non-Military

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For Tickets or more information contact

Dawn Tyrrell,  chaiteaandmore@gmail.com ,

Karla Snoozy, (402)304-5766; karla4kay@yahoo.com or

Elisa Wiemer, (402)560-6995; elisawiemer@gmail.com

Help the Elmwood Community Center get a new refrigerator and let's have us some fun!!

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211 Main Street, Louisville, NE
cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com
Like us on FB!

Call for our upcoming schedule, 1-800-480-8797, EXT 211, and you may leave us a voice mail at the end of  the message if you'd like! 

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Saturdays & Sundays 10 AM-​6 PM, Mon./Tues./Fri. 10 AM-4 PM
Enjoy hay rides, U-pick pumpkins and gourds, kids' play areas, family yard games, nature trails, farm animals, agricultural exhibits, great food and shopping! The Pumpkin Barn & Vintage Marketplace will be full of vintage and antique goods plus seasonal decor, handcrafted gifts and pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins!

Find a full list of activities here. It's FREE to shop or $8.00/person (ages 3+) to enjoy all the activities and attractions on the farm.

https://www.bloompumpkinpatch.com/pumpkin-festival

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