What's New

 

 

It’s never too late to be who you want to be.
I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you find that you’re not,
I hope you have the courage to start all over again.

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SENCA: Investing in our Neighbors through Education and Partnerships to Improve Lives and Build Strong Communities in Southeast Nebraska 

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Read about some of KCCB's past 2023 projects like pumpkin recycling and kids' crafts,  and how you can help to Keep Cass County Beautiful HERE.

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EMT TRAINING

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Treasurer Briese:

Searching for Lost Cash

(Lincoln) Nebraska Treasurer Tom Briese today encouraged Nebraskans to start their holiday gift shopping by searching www.NebraskaLostCash.gov to see if they have cash or other valuables waiting for them. The search only takes a moment and is totally free.

“The staff of the Treasurer’s Office Division of Unclaimed Property are there to help you get what is yours. This is your money, and it should be returned to you,” Briese said. “It’s quick, it’s easy, and it is free.”

Nearly one in every five Nebraskans has some sort of unclaimed property, which could be financial accounts or items of value in which the owner has not initiated any activity for several years. When that happens the money or properties are submitted to the state. Common examples include unpaid life insurance benefits, forgotten bank accounts, and uncashed checks.

In 2022 the Nebraska Treasurer’s Unclaimed Property Division returned more than $18.2 million and paid out more than 13,000 claims. So far this year the Nebraska Treasurer’s office has returned $14,303,852 on more than 19,000 claims.

(Editor's side note: A friend claimed $165 the week before Christmas that was due to a past utilities deposit!)

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PREPARE THIS WINTER FOR NEXT SUMMER'S JOB!

Need a summer job?
Beaver Lake Lifeguards Wanted for 2024

Lifeguard Requirements:
Applicants must be 16 years or older by Memorial Day
Certified Lifeguard Certificate with CPR/AED and First Aid

Available to work May 25, 2024, through September 2, 2024
Weekdays and Weekends
10am to 9pm (shifts vary)

Must be available for swim lessons in June and July.
Morning sessions 8am-noon.
Evening sessions 7pm-9pm.
Pool parties throughout the summer 7-9pm

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding classes are designed to teach rescue skills for responding to emergencies around water. The Red Cross blends lecturing along with hands-on training to teach effective techniques in delivering prompt care to those in need.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be certified by the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED (valid for 2 years)

Pretest Skills: Tread water for 2 minutes, legs only, arms not allowed.

Swim 300 yards continuously using front crawl and/or breaststroke.

Complete timed brick retrieval drill (swim the length of the pool and surface dive to retrieve a 10 pound brick. With both hands holding the brick, swim on your back to the starting point, keeping face at or near the surface. Exit water without using ladders or steps.

Beaver Lake Association will pay for Lifeguard and CPR/AED and First Aid certifications once completed (if you do not pass, individuals are responsible for costs of classes.)

Beaver Lake will reimburse for (one) lifeguard swimsuit or trunks each year, and lifeguard fanny pack the first year. Extra items of clothing, suits, trunks, and accessories are the responsibility of individuals.

Contact the Beaver Lake Office for more information 402-235-2241.

 

  

BE A SWEETHEART

A truly heart-felt gift is to donate your own blood to someone, anyone, needing this lifesaving force.   Donating is purely an unselfish act, it doesn't cost you a penny, and can save a life. Make this contribution and you'll sleep well knowing that you've given of yourself to improve, or perhaps even save, another person's life.

Confirm days and times and learn more HERE. 

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

City Building
101 W Eldora Ave
Weeping Water, NE

Noon - 6 pm

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Monday, January 22, 2023

VFW Post 2543
510 1st Ave
Plattsmouth, NE

11:30 am - 5:30 pm

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Sunday, January 28, 2024

First Baptist Church
16220 Highway 75
Plattsmouth, NE 68048

10 AM - 2 PM

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Plattsmouth High School

1916 E Hiway 34
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
8 AM - 2 PM

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Monday, February 19, 2024

Town Hall
623 House St
Avoca, NE 68307

1 - 6 pm

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Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth

Register for Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth to help utility customers in need.

Omaha Public Power District and Metropolitan Utilities District encourage you to give the gift of warmth and safety this holiday season by registering for the Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth. Funds raised provide utility bill assistance for customers going through hard financial times.

Heat the Streets takes place­ March 2, 2024, at Zone 6 in Aksarben Village, 1911 S. 67th St. in Omaha. This is the 17th year Metropolitan Utilities District and Omaha Public Power District are hosting the event to raise money for utility assistance programs for customers struggling to pay their bills.

This year’s co-chairs are Jim Begley, vice chair of the M.U.D. Board of Directors, and his wife, Rebecca, and Matt Core, a member of the OPPD Board of Directors, and his wife, Katy.

Last year, M.U.D.’s HomeFund distributed $280,389 of bill assistance funding to 790 households in need. OPPD’s Energy Assistance Program distributed $319,987 in funding to 937 households in need.

Heat the Streets is the single largest fundraiser of the year for these programs. Last year the event raised $138,081. This year, the utilities have set a goal of registering at least 1,000 participants and raising at least $300,000.

Fundraising is especially critical right now, as a decrease in federal funding allotted to programs that help with utility bill assistance has put extra pressure on the utilities’ assistance programs.

The utilities host the run and walk during the winter to bring added attention to the struggle that so many face to keep their homes safe and warm. However, our customers’ need is year-round. Unexpected events – a lost job, hospital stay, even car repairs – are a real hardship for those living paycheck to paycheck. Sometimes, just a little financial boost can make all the difference.

Funds raised are administered by Dollar Energy Fund Inc., a registered 501(c)(3), and then split between M.U.D.’s Home Fund and OPPD’s Energy Assistance Program to provide assistance to our customers living in Burt, Cass, Colfax, Dodge, Douglas, Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, Richardson, Sarpy, Saunders and Washington counties. All money raised is distributed through this local network.

Participation options, including a new 10k distance race path, and prices follow.

Timed 10K

$40 (Jan. 1 through Feb. 28)
$50 (Day-of registration)
Timed 5K

$35 (Jan. 1 through Feb 28)
$45 (Day-of registration)
Untimed one-mile walk

Children 12 and under may register for free with a registered adult.

$30 (Jan. 1 through Feb. 28)
$40 (Day-of registration)
Virtual run/walk

Participants may complete their choice on the path of their choice, such as a treadmill, in their neighborhoods or a local trail.
$35 (through Feb. 28)

Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female runners in each of the following age divisions for the timed 5K and 10K events: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. (No awards for virtual participants.)

You do not have to participate in the run or walk to help the cause. Just visit HeatTheStreetsOmaha.com to donate and view sponsorship opportunities.

Both utilities urge any customers who are struggling with their bills to call their customer service representatives and talk through their options. For OPPD, that number is 402-536-4131 in the Omaha area. Outside of the metro, customers may call toll-free at 877-536-4131. M.U.D. customers should call 402-554-6666.

Scatter Joy Acres
(Cell) 402-578-6335
4107 Wavery Road
Murray, NE 68409

                  www.scatterjoyacres.org                  

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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! 

 YOUR HEAD WILL SPIN READING ABOUT ALL THE EVENTS GOING ON in our NEIGHBORING TOWNS!

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Seed Swap with Plattsmouth Garden Club
At Plattsmouth Library
Saturday, January 27 10am-1pm
Bring your flower and vegetable seeds to swap! Or come to learn more about growing from seed and then obtain more seeds from the Plattsmouth Garden Club! We will have free seeds and experienced gardeners to give you advice on how to plant seeds and caring for the plants.

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LOUISVILLE CARE CENTER has new job positions!!!

We have OPEN Positions!

Click Here to Apply Online https://www.louisvillecarecenter.com/index.php/lcc-job-application

FT/PT/Casual CNA/CMA-Click Here to see Job Description

FT/PT/Casual LPN/RN-Click Here to see Job Description

FT/PT/Casual C.M.A or Medication Aid with C.N.A-Click Here to see Job Description

PT Transport Driver-Click Here to see Job Description

HERE IS WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK!

LCC offers free healthcare premiums for ALL our full time employees. Click Here to see Our Benefit Summary
Evening, night and weekend shift differentials.
Competative Wages! Inquire within for wage ranges.
Hire on bonus for C.N.A's, C.M.A's, RN's, LPN's and Personal Care Assistants. Click Here to see Hire on Bonus Policy
New Baylor Pay position for Certified Nursing Assistants.Click Here for Baylor Pay Policy
For Inquiries please call or email H.R. at ktrauernicht@lccne.com E.O.E

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Maintenance position open for the Village of Manley beginning January 1, 2024.
Part-time position, hourly wage, extra pay for emergency jobs.
Hours per month will depend on the season and work load.
Contact Denise at 402-677-2587/ denise_pm@hotmail.com or the Village office at clerk@manleyne.com

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On Sunday, December 10, 2023, little Whit Richards, 2 years old, of Eagle, NE, was accidentally struck by a car and killed while riding on a toddler toy.Read more about it in the Cassgram, HERE.
This fundraiser is to help Whit's family with expenses.
Thank you.

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42nd ANNUAL QUACK OFF UPDATES

January 27, 2024
Avoca, NE

This is a CASH ONLY event!

Get your brood together and come on over to Avoca early to enter your favorite quacker, as registration ends at 12:30 pm.

Races atart at 1 pm.

Music and events will be taking place at the Duck Pond area before races start.
For a $5 entry fee, you may enter the roped-off Duck Pond area around the track.
Attendees will wear a wrist band.

T-shirts from a local vendor will be available on first-come, first-served basis, for $30.

Attendees will also be judged for a 'Best Dressed' costume or outfit!

BYOB, if you'd like, but PLEASE drink responsibly.

Food will be available at Town Hall.

Again, this is a CASH ONLY event!

So waddle on over to Avoca and join the fun!

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