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Memorial Day, Monday, May 25

Traditionally, this day was set aside to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military, although millions also visit the final resting places of many loved ones, young or old, whether they served or not.

As you pay respects to those you have loved and lost, please be safe this holiday weekend, the unofficial start of summer.

Remember that the post office, most financial institutions, federal and state offices will be closed on Monday.

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Minutes of the last Murray Village Board of Trustees are now posted. 

Click on the Village Office tab above or HERE to read the latest from the May 13th, 2020 meeting.

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Ah, the Golden Rule. Most likely you were taught this simple, common 'courtesy' as a toddler at your parent's knee. Treat others the way you want them to treat you.  To have a friend, be a friend.  It's one of our very first rules of life.

Stop signs, traffic lights, speed limits are rules to protect the general public. Rescue and safety vehicles with sirens and flashing lights serve the same purpose. Fences and caution tape are used to warn of unsafe areas. Stickers and tags on appliances, machinery, tools and all sorts of things warn us of impending danger, should they be used in unsafe ways. Protection in public places against second-hand smoke is for all of those who choose to not put smoke into their own lungs. These rules are to protect ALL of US.

Are you someone who goes through stop signs and red lights with no regard for other drivers? Would you want someone to do that to you, to your child or your best friend?

Do you pull over when rescue vehicles are rushing to help save someone’s life? If you were in an ambulance, would you want someone pulling out in an intersection, slowing down your trip to the hospital? What if someone you loved was in that ambulance?

Do you use electric machinery near water that does not have properly grounded safety cords? Why not? Would you use an electric razor while showering? Not if you want to live!

Many people have a life-threatening food or medicine allergy. Would you want someone giving your best friend, your parent or your child food or medicine that could take his or her life?

Millions of people have ‘underlying health conditions’. They might have heart problems, cancer, kidney or liver disease or a whole host of other terrible conditions. If you have ever had a friend or loved one with any one of these conditions, and your doctor told you that you had a highly contagious, possibly fatal, disease, would you rush to tell your friend or loved one in person? Of course not. You wouldn’t want to put them in more danger. Or would you?

If you have allergies, what suddenly makes you sneeze or your eyes itch? Can you always see the pollen in the air? Not always, but something is there.

When you’re outside in the wintertime and you can ‘see your breath’, yep…germs are in that 'breath fog’ around you and your friends.

It's been proven that rules of the road and safety warnings save lives, so
why is wearing a mask for safety any different now, while we're all waiting for a vaccine for the covid-19 virus?

What is so difficult to understand here? It's easy, cheap, and even the laziest person in the world should be able to put on a mask. You don’t have one? Tear up an old shirt, pillowcase or just use a bandana handkerchief. If you’re reading this, look online for ‘how to make a covid-19 mask’. Just fold a piece of fabric and put it over your nose and mouth. Wash it in hot water when you get home and wear a clean one each time you leave your property to go anywhere. Put on a mask when leave home each time.  Get in the habit of wearing it. Always put one near your wallet and keys.  When winter rolls around, wearing a mask will also help against spreading colds and flu.  We sure don't want more of those common illnesses on top of what we already may be facing.

You don't even have to study for or take written test to put on a mask, like you did when you were learning to drive, but just as on the road, there will always be someone being selfish, breaking the rules and putting others in danger. You should want to be better than that. 

Remember those with the ‘underlying conditions’? They, too, would like to enjoy meeting a friend or going to shop for themselves, but, because of those of you who are not wearing masks, many won't even try to enjoy these simple pleasures, They end up stuck at home or waiting in the car, while others shop for them.

Many things are still uncertain about this virus, but there are two things that seem to be true:
1. You cannot see the virus with your naked eye, but you can be a carrier without even knowing it. (You’d be like that invisible pollen.)

2. RESPONSIBLY WEARING MASKS HELPS STOP the SPREAD of COVID-19!

PLEASE.  WEAR A MASK, FOR YOURSELF and FOR  EVERY ONE of US.

DO UNTO OTHERS, AS YOU'D HAVE OTHERS DO UNTO YOU.

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We have a Red Cross blood drive coming up on June 1. We are looking for volunteers to work the welcome desk. Please let Pastor Mike or Secretary Stacey know if you are available.

As always, you can find all of the worship services on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKquR8P0aABq_EmCvcI9Ag

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ART CONTEST for YOUTH to AGE 19

World No Tobacco Day Art Contest

Papillion, NE – The world cannot afford another generation deceived by the lies of the commercial tobacco industry, which pretends to promote freedom of personal choice while really ensuring eternal profits – regardless of the millions of people that pay with their life each year.

Each year Tobacco Education & Advocacy of the Midlands (T.E.A.M.) hosts an annual “Bag the Butts” park clean up in honor of the World Health Organization’s “World No Tobacco Day” on May 31st. This year due to social distancing guidelines, the coalition is instead hosting an art contest to engage community youth in stomping out commercial tobacco use.

Have your youth submit an original drawing or artwork that displays living, working or playing tobacco free. Take a picture or scan their art work and send it via T.E.A.M.’s Facebook messenger (www.facebook.com/teamtobaccofree) or info@TEAMTobaccoFree.org.

Include child’s name, age, address and title of artwork. The contest is open to Sarpy and Cass County youth aged 19 and under. The submission deadline is May 27, 2020.

The T.E.A.M. Steering Committee will vote on the top 3 submissions and will award the following prizes:

• 1st place: $25 Amazon gift card (provided by UNMC Vaping Curriculum Partnership), a t-shirt, art displayed on T.E.A.M. social media/website during the week of World No Tobacco Day!

• 2nd place: T-shift and artwork displayed on T.E.A.M. social media/website during the week of World No Tobacco Day!

• 3rd place: Artwork displayed on T.E.A.M. social media/website during the week of World No Tobacco Day!

For more information about Tobacco Free Parks, call Tobacco Education & Advocacy of the Midlands (T.E.A.M.) at 402.593.3022 or email autumnsky.burns@alegent.org.

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Here is the link to St. John's website to view the job descriptions and apply:

https://stjbcatholic.com/join-our-team/

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YES, WE'RE STILL OPEN!

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!!

Like us on Facebook!

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ATTENTION,  

CASS COUNTY NE RESIDENTS:

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TEN YEARS AGO...

Conestoga State Discus Qualifier, Garage Sale Preps, Cougars' Baseball Schedule, the Passing of Murray Friends, a Small Town Nebraska video, Lofte Scholarship Recipient, a Pet Shelter Challenge and much more was going on!

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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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WEAR YOUR GLOVES RESPONSIBLY

Cross Contamination and Gloves. 

CHECK THIS VIDEO:

https://youtu.be/EuUA05Y-ixY

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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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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 hospitals, 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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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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New www.CassLocal.com - Small Business Survival Kit ( Click Here )

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CASS COUNTY BUSINESS OWNERS,

CLICK THE FERRIS WHEEL BELOW!

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WHAT DOES YOUR ADVERTISING BUDGET LOOK LIKE? 

IF YOU WANT YOUR BUSINESS TO GROW,

YOU HAVE TO ADVERTISE!

 BUY YOUR OWN AD FOR ONLY $10/MONTH!

CLICK ON THE RED, 'BUY THIS AD', BOX on the RIGHT.

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