Always celebrated on June 19th, this day in 1865 was when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas were notified that the Emancipation Proclamation had become an official order issued by President Abraham Lincoln, more than two years prior.
JUNE 21st
Sometimes things just get jumbled up and it's time to organize, or re-organize. You will see some changes starting with today's edition.
As always, Murray and all-county news will still be near the top, followed by our individual surrounding towns' and villages' announcements, then, ongoing or 'PERENNIAL HAPPENINGS' notices.
The changes will start with grouping together the 'AREA LIBRARY EVENTS', followed by 'THRIFT STORES' and 'NOW HIRING', (the jobs section). So if you saw something here before that you're looking for, please keep looking. It might just be further down the page or it's expired.
Finally, near the bottom is how to 'SUBMIT' news and announcements. Remember that the items listed in that section are FREE to post.
Business sponsors make this FREE subscription available to you through their purchase of the ads you see, so please support these sponsors and thank them for their sponsorship! Thank YOU, too, for continuing to be a reader!
Annual Summer Open House
ROCK BLUFFS SCHOOL
Sunday, July 19, 2026
2-4pm
Come tour our one-room brick
schoolhouse which is listed on the
National Register of Historic Places.
Driving east from the intersection of Highway 75 and Rock Bluff Road in Cass County, Nebraska to the historic Rock Bluff School (Naomi Institute) is approximately 5.5 miles.
Hope & Healing Program
Removing Financial Barriers to Mental Health Care
Be the Light, Hope & Healing is a financial assistance program designed to ensure individuals and families can access professional mental health therapy — regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
Who We Are:
Be the Light, Hope & Healing is a program operated by Be the Light, Speak Up, Speak Out, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Our mission is simple: To ensure that cost does not prevent someone from receiving mental health support.
Who We Serve:
LOCAL BUSINESS OWNERS, WE NEED YOUR UPDATED INFO!
Scrolling across the top of the Murray Newsletter, where it says "Commerce", business owners are encouraged to complete and submit this form:
"If your Business is noted Listed Click Here or Leave a VM at 402-968-0821 for a call back."
We are removing any business that does not submit their current information.
This is very necessary and long overdue. Thanks, Everyone!
CLICK the RED SENCA HEART BELOW TO READ the LATEST NEWSLETTER!
DO YOU NEED HELP with FOOD, HOUSING or OTHER EMERGENCY SERVICES?
SENCA (Southeast Nebraska Community Action) is HERE to HELP YOU!
To drop off donations or pick up food at the local food pantry, you need to make an appointment.
Monday - Friday
8am - 4:30 pm
Call or text for appointment, 402-297-7418
SENCA Cass County Outreach
First Presbyterian Church, lower level
701 Chicago Ave.
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
(Please enter at the lower level on the north side of the church at the driveway directly across from Oakmont Drive, off of Chicago Avenue.)
CRITICAL NEED FOR BLOOD DONORS!
Come to give blood by May 31 and receive an oversized American Red Cross beach towel, while supplies last.
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PLATELET SHORTAGE!
There is a platelet shortage right now. All eligible donors are being called to make a platelet donation appointment to ensure patients have lifesaving care.
"You must never think of anything except the need and how to meet it."
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Your support can make a lifesaving difference. Explore the ways you can get involved, whether it’s giving blood, making a financial donation, volunteering or learning lifesaving skills.
Schedule your blood, platelet or AB Elite plasma donation today!
Confirm days and times and
learn more HERE or call 1-800-733-2767.
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Friday, June 19, 2026
Conestoga Elementary School
104 E High St
Murray, NE 68409
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Louisville Civic Center
423 Elm St
Louisville, NE 68037
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Thursday, June 25, 2026
Fire Hall
601 N 4th
Elmwood, NE 68349
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Thursday, July 2, 2026
City Building
101 W Eldora Ave
Weeping Water, NE 68463
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Louisville High School
202 West 3rd Street
Louisville, NE 68037
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Friday, August 21, 2026
Elmwood Murdock High School
300 Wyoming
Murdock, NE 68407
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Thursday, September 3, 2026
City Building
101 W Eldora Ave
Weeping Water, NE 68463
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
4107 Wavery Road
Murray, NE 68409
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.
Granola bars
Fruit snacks
Dry pasta
Spaghetti sauce
Dry soup mixes
Canned meat (chicken, tuna)
Boxed prepared meal kits (Hamburger Helper, Rice-a-Roni)
Peanut butter
Jelly
Canned fruit and vegetables
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www.ElmwoodNebraska.com
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www.LouisvilleNebraska.com
www.NehawkaNebraska.com
www.ManleyNebraska.com
www.MurrayNebraska.com
www.MurdockNebraska.com
www.PlattsmouthNebraska.com
www.SpringfieldNebraska.com
www.UnionNebraska.com
www.UnadillaNebraska.com
www.WeepingWaterNebraska.com
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UNION ORCHARD SUMMER SATURDAY MUSIC EVENTS
2405 S Highway 75, Union, NE, United States, 68455
402-263-4845
Grill and Bar opens at 6pm
Music starts at 7 pm
Please NO outside food or drinks
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June 20, 2026
2 DRINK LIMIT
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July 18, 2026
ROD & KATE YEACKER
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July 25, 2026
WACO CITY BAND
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August 8, 2026
DUSTIN WEST BAND
211 Main Street
Louisville, NE
AS WE ARE A 501c3, NON PROFIT,
OUR "SUGGESTED SHOW ADMISSION" is $10 at the door;
Kids 12 & under are still FREE admission!
SHOWS:
The Jacob Austin Band
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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The Down Home band
Saturday, July 18, 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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The Jacob Austin Band
Saturday, August 15, 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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The Down Home Band
09/26/2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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JAM SESSIONS ARE FREE!
Second Sunday of each month – Electric Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Last Sunday of each month – Acoustic Only Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Bring your instruments and enjoy an afternoon of great music and good company! Click the theater flyer above or HERE to read the latest CCMT news.Call 402-949-0668 with any questions.
101 E. ELDORA
ENTER at LOWER LEVEL on the SOUTH SIDE of the BUILDING.
ALL AGES are WELCOME!
EACH MEAL is only $6 and SERVED on MON-WED-FRIDAYS at NOON.
PLEASE CALL by 10 AM the SAME DAY as the DINNER YOU WISH to ATTEND.
The Elmwood Community Center Seeks Help
The Elmwood Community Center is more than just a building—it’s the heart of our town! From serving home-cooked meals to hosting reunions and providing a space for neighbors to connect, it’s a vital lifeline for Elmwood and Eagle.
While we’ve recently updated the kitchen and flooring, our next big goal is replacing our drafty windows and front door to keep the cold out.
We’re halfway there!
The Elmwood Community Center Board has secured $8,000 in grants, but we still need $8,500 to reach our $16,500 goal.
How you can help:
✅ Attend our upcoming fundraising events.
✅ Book the Center for your next party or meeting.
✅ Donate directly to help us close the gap!
Every bit helps keep our Center warm and welcoming. Contact Karla Snoozy at (402)994-2145 or (402)304-5766 if you have questions or want to help.
Thank you for your support! ❤️
Check out new website at www.happypawsplattsmouth.org
And download foster application!
PLATTSMOUTH AMATEUR RADIO CLUB (P.A.R.C.)
KB0SMX
P.A.R.C. members get together Tuesday evenings at Plattsmouth's Burger King at 6 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.
AREA LIBRARY EVENTS:
Elmwood, NE Library Hours
Monday: 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
We welcome all who love to read, whether you're from Elmwood, Murdock, or beyond!
Come join us!
Easy Library Links
Online Card Catalog https://elmwoodpubliclibrary.follettdestiny.com/
Springfield, NE 68059
Phone: (402) 253-2797
Spots are limited, so you’ll need to reserve a one-hour time slot in advance. Participants must be 19 or older, and registration requires a Facility Use Agreement, liability waiver, and ID copy.
Grab a friend, get active, and come enjoy some fun at the Springfield, NE Community Building!
For more information about child abuse and neglect reporting in Nebraska, visit the DHHS website at https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Child-Abuse.aspx.
Read more about it HERE.
(Credit the Nebraska Examiner, July 5, 2024)
In-person and phone meetings are held weekly,
Mondays and Wednesdays, at noon, and Fridays at 5pm.
Hosanna Lutheran Church
700 S 18th St
Plattsmouth, NE
Come in person or attend by phone, call ing 605-562-8401, and enter access code 1239518#.
Dear Readers,
We want to build an online history about Murray.
Please submit any information you might know about our town to start creating this project.
If you own a business, let us know when you started and any informaton about the building and/or business located there before yours. Do you know the little gray building, CJ's Hair Salon, on Main Street used to be an ice cream shop? Do you also know that the Murray Christian Church used to be located on the southeast corner of Latta and Main streets? In the early 1900's Murray's Main Street was devastated by a fire. Have you heard any information about that time that's been passed down from your ancestors?
You can also send information about your house - when it was built and any background about it. Was it one of the first homes in town? Is it haunted? What do you know about it? There's a little house in town that used to be the old railroad depot! Do you know where it is now, or that the old Murray Elementary School's mascot name was the Mustangs?
Any information would be helpful. Please send photos, too, if available! Photos should contain people's names and location and any other helpful information. This should become a fun, educational and informative piece of history that will continue to grow, and one that we're all building together! Thanks for your help!
Email your information to:
Editor@MurrayNebraska.com
LET'S GO 'THRIFTING' in OUR CASS COUNTY THRIFT STORES!
Save Money! Recycle! Help Your Cass County Communities!
HAVE FUN!
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BE THE LIGHT THRIFT & GIFT
202 West H St
Weeping Water, NE
PROCEEDS TOWARD SUICIDE PREVENTION
OPEN:
WEDNESDAY 2 ~ 7
SATURDAY 9 ~ 4
*CLOSED ALL OF JANUARY & FEBRUARY
https://www.bethelight402.org/thrift-and-gift
https://www.facebook.com/Bethelightbethevoice/
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BITS & PIECES
158 N 4th
Elmwood, NE
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: 9 ~ 4
WEDNESDAY: 9 ~ Noon
THURSDAY: 9 ~ 4
FRIDAY: 9 ~ 5
SATURDAY: 9 ~ 4
402-994-5755
https://www.facebook.com/p/Bits-and-Pieces-and-More-Thrift-Store-100057192261002/
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HOPE'S CLOSET
109 Main St.
Louisville, NE 68037
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: Noon ~ 4
WEDNESDAY: Noon ~ 4
THURSDAY: 10 ~ 4
FRIDAY: 10 ~ 4
SATURDAY: 10 ~ 4
402) 234-1444
https://www.facebook.com/hopesclosetlouisville/
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UNDER HIS WINGS
511 Main St.
Plattsmouth, NE
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: 10 ~ 5
WEDNESDAY: 10 ~ 5
THURSDAY: 10 ~ 5
FRIDAY: 10 ~ 5
SATURDAY: 10 ~ 2
(402) 802-7115
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100054505718837
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MY NEIGHBOR'S CLOSET
(South end of parking lot at Church of the Holy Spirit)
500 S 18th St.
Plattsmouth, NE
SUNDAY: CLOSED
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY: CLOSED
WEDNESDAY: CLOSED
*THURSDAY: 10 ~ 2
*FRIDAY: 10 ~ 2
*SATURDAY: 10 ~ 2
*No air conditioning, so we'll be open if not too hot!
402-296-3139
https://holyspiritplattsmouth.com/my-neighbors-closet/
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FOR the LOVE of JUNK
317 4th St
Murdock, NE 68407
OPEN: Usually Saturdays, 9 am ~ 4 pm, or by appointment only
402-297-1360
ATTENTION, VETERANS!
Do you need assistance? We're here to help!
Contact Cass County Veteran Service Officer
Email: ccvso@cassne.org
Admin Assistant: Jacie Victor
Email: ccvsoadmin@cassne.org
Call for appointment! 402-296-9368
NOW HIRING:
LOUISVILLE CARE CENTER
has new job positions!!!
We have OPEN Positions!
Click HERE to Apply Online
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
ARE YOU 55+
and
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<;/a>
Nebraska Toll-free Number: 1-877-314-7526
SUBMIT YOUR NEWS TO THIS NEWSLETTER...
Below is a list of categories that we are happy to post, (at NO COST to you!), in the weekly Murray online newsletter:
Weddings
Engagements
Anniversary
Births
Letters to the Editor
Birthday Greeting
Upcoming Events
Cards of Thanks
Lost and Found
Obituaries
Recipes
Photos
and So Much More!
That's right! These are all items that can appear FREE of CHARGE in each Wednesday's Murray Newsletter and/or Calendar! All YOU have to do is send the information to us - it's that simple!
DEADLINE for submissions to each week's Wednesday Newsletter is NOON on the preceding MONDAY.
There are 3 ways you can submit your articles:
1) You may call your information to 402-235-2926 and leave a voice mail with your name and phone number.
2) Email your story with your name, contact info and story, in plain text to:
Send photos in .jpg or png format, no larger than 595 pixels wide or photos and fliers in a .pdf, to the e-address above with your story in plain text.
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Remember to include 'who, what, when, where and why', along with any other helpful details, such as a contact person and phone.
Again, you must have your name and contact information included with the information.
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