Today, December 7th, is Pearl Harbor Day.
Remember to fly your flag at half-staff (sunrise to sunset).
COUGAR SPORTS
(Home games in BOLD print.)
WRESTLING
December:
9 @ Raymond Central Invitational, 5:00
13 @ Cass County Quad, 5:30
17 @ JCC Tourney, 10 a.m.
20 @ Bishop Neumann Quad, 5:30
January:
7 @ Malcolm Dual Tourney, 9:30 a.m.
13 @ Syracuse Pin tourney, 4:30
21 @ Oakland Craig Invitational, 9 a.m.
28 @ DC West Invitational, 9 a.m.
February:
2 v Fort Calhoun, 7:00
3 @ ECNA Tourney, Louisville, 3:00
10-11@ District Tournament, TBA/TBA
16-18 @ State Tournament, TBA/TBA
JR. HIGH
February:
21 CONESTOGA TRI, HOME, 4:15
25 @ Weeping Water Tourney, 9 a.m.
27 @ Palmyra Tri, 4:30
March:
2 @ Fort Calhoun Tournament, 4:30
6 @ Platteview Quad, 4:15
8 @ Louisville Tri, 4:30
13 @ Auburn Quad, 4:00
BASKETBALL
GIRLS' VARSITY
December:
12 @ Plattsmouth 7:30
16 @ Yutan, 6:00
20 v Nebraska City, 6:00
30 v Brownell Talbot, 4:00
January:
3 @ Platteview, 6:00
6-7 Lourdes Booster Tourney @ HOME, Times TBA
10 @ East Butler, 6:15
12 v Elmwood-Murdock, 6:15
14 @ Auburn, 7:30
17 v Palmyra, 6:00
19 v Mead, 6:00
20 @ Fort Calhoun, 5:30
24 @ Weeping Water, 7:30
26 v Johnson County Central, 6:00
28 ECNC Preliminary Round @ HOME, TBA
30 ECNC Tournament 1st Round @ HOME, TBA
February:
2 ECNC Semi-Finals, SECC, TBA
4 ECNC Finals, SECC, TBA
7 @ Ashland-Greenwood, 7:45
9 @ Syracuse, 6:00
13, 14, 16 Sub-Districts, TBA
24 District Finals, TBA
March:
1-3 State Tournament, TBA
GIRLS' JV
December:
12 @ Plattsmouth 6:00
16 @ Yutan, 4:30
20 v Nebraska City, 4:30
January:
3 @ Platteview, 4:15
10 @ East Butler, 4:00
12 v Elmwood-Murdock, 4:45
14 @ Auburn, 6:00
17 v Palmyra, 4:30
20 @ Fort Calhoun, 3:00
24 @ Weeping Water, 6:00
26 v Johnson County Central, 4:30
February:
7 @ Ashland-Greenwood, 6:00
9 @ Syracuse, 4:30
GIRLS' FRESHMAN
December:
17 @ Louisville Tourney, 8 a.m.
January:
7 v Palmyra, 9:30 a.m.
16 v Weeping Water, 6:00
23 @ Lourdes Central Catholic, 5:30
GIRLS' JR. HIGH
January:
28 @ Johnson-County Central, 8:30 a.m.
February:
2 @ Weeping Water, 6:30
4 @ Weeping Water Booster Tournament, 8 a.m.
& @ Syracuse, 4:30
9 v Louisville, 5:00
18 @ Palmyra Tournament, 9:30 a.m.
21 v Auburn, 4:30
25 @ Elmwood-Murdock, 10 a.m.
BOYS' VARSITY
December:
16 @ Yutan, 7:45
20 v Nebraska City, 7:45
30 v Brownell Talbot, 5:30
January:
3 @ Platteview, 7:45
6-7 Lourdes Booster Tournament @ HOME TBA
10 @ East Butler, 7:45
12 v Elmwood-Murdock, 8:00
17 v Palmyra, 7:30
19 v Mead, 7:45
20 @ Fort Calhoun, 7:00
24 v Auburn, 7:30
26 v Johnson County Central, 7:30
28 ECNC Preliminary Rounds, TBA/TBA
31 ECNC Tourney 1st Round, TBA/TBA
February:
3 @ SECC, ECNC Semi-Finals, TBA
4 @ SECC, ECNC Finals, TBA
9 @ Syracuse, 7:30
17 @ Weeping Water, 7:30
20-21, 23 Sub-Districts, TBA/TBA
27 District Finals, TBA/TBA
March:
8-10 @ STATE TOURNAMENT, TBA
BOYS' JV
December:
16 @ Yutan, 4:30
20 v Nebraska City, 4:30
January:
3 @ Platteview, 4:15
10 @ East Butler, 5:00
12 v Elmwood-Murdock, 4:45
17 v Palmyra, 4:30
20 @ Fort Calhoun, 4:00
24 v Auburn, 6:00
26 v Johnson County Central, 4:30
February:
9 @ Syracuse, 4:30
17 @ Weeping Water, 6:00
BOYS' FRESHMAN
December:
17 @ Louisville Tournament, 8 a.m.
January:
7 v Palmyra, 10:30
9 Elmwood-Murdock Tourney @ HOME, 4:00
16 v Weeping Water, 7:15
23 @ Lourdes Central Catholic, 6:30
BOYS' JR. HIGH
December:
8 @ Syracuse, 4:30
10 @ Arlington Tournament, 10 a.m.
12 v Elmwood-Murdock , 5:30
17 @ Elmwood-Murdock Tourney, 8 a.m.
Conestoga Elementary's 'BackPack Program'
Did you know that one in five kids in Nebraska under the age of 18 is
at risk for hunger?
The 'BackPack Program' is designed to provide food for hungry children at times
when other resources are not available, such as during weekends and school vacations.
The BackPack Program' supplies bags filled with child-friendly, nonperishable food
for those children to take home on Friday afternoons.
There will be a fundraiser for the Conestoga elementary program
Sunday, December 18th
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Firehouse Grill, Murray, NE
This will be a free-will donation event, offering spaghetti, salad,
garlic bread, dessert and a drink.
Recommended giving is $5 per adult and $3 per child over the age of two.
Please come help support this very important cause.
The Murray Village Board meeting minutes for November have been posted and you can read them by clicking on the 'Village' tab above.
CONESTOGA ELEMENTARY K-3rd HOLIDAY CONCERT
Thursday, December 8
7:00 PM
TOYS 4 TOTS
The Platte Valley ABWA is coordinating the local TOYS 4 TOTS collection process for this 2011 holiday season. Collection boxes in the Murray/Beaver Lake area are located at Murray State Bank, Conestoga elementary school, 75 Mart, Lake Ridge Clubhouse and Murray Building and Supply. The boxes of toys will be picked up starting December 9th, so please remember to pick up a couple of toys the next time you're out shopping and drop them in the boxes before that time.
Toys should be new and UNwrapped and must NOT require batteries for operation.
Applications for toy recipients were taken through December 2nd.
The toys will be distributed on Friday, December 23rd.
Please call Southeast Nebraska Community Action office, 402-296-4477.
Any other questions, please call Dea Strobel of ABWA at 402-297-2931.
RECYCLE SCHEDULES for MURRAY, NEHAWKA & BEAVER LAKE
The CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN recycle trailer will be located on these dates in the following towns:
Now - Dec. 9, Nehawka
Dec. 10 - 16, Murray
Dec. 17 - 23, Beaver Lake
Dec. 24 - 30, Nehawka
Dec. 31 - Jan. 6, Murray
(Murray will also continue to have the recycle bin located behind Town Hall every day, for Murray residents' use only.)
"Medicare Mysteries No More: Explaining Medicare"
is the workshop being presented on Monday, December 12, 2 p.m. in the ExtensionBuilding meeting room located on the Cass County fairgrounds at 144th Street and Hwy 1 (3 miles north of Weeping Water).
Presenter Mary Ann Holland, a trained SHIIP volunteer and a University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Educator will explain some of the mysteries of Medicare including when and how to sign up, costs, deadlines, etc.
Anyone turning 65 years old in 2012 will benefit from this workshop.
Cookie and Candy Sale!
Saturday, December 10, 2011
9:00am- 2:00pm
Hosanna Lutheran Church
700 S. 18th St. (West of PCMS)
Let us do your holiday baking!
Winter Sports Bring Outdoor Fun and Injuries to Kids
Safe Kids USA Reminds Parents to Keep Kids Safe On and Off the Slopes
Papillion, Nebraska –Old man winter brings many outdoor activities for children to enjoy with the snow and on the ice. Yet, Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass cautions that sledding, skiing, snowboarding, and skating result in thousands of injuries to children each year. For field/ice hockey alone, an estimated 22,346 children ages 14 and under were injured in 2009 according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The good news is that many of these injuries can be prevented. Parents can help keep their children injury free by taking a few simple precautions. "It begins with providing the proper clothing, safety gear and sun screen and by ensuring their child stays hydrated," said Safe Kids Coordinator, Jane Husz. "In addition, providing children a snowboarding or skiing lesson before they head to the slopes will provide them with thenecessary skills to not only reduce their frustrations but also their risk of injury. Finally, parents need to have their children come inside periodically to warm up and prevent hypothermia or frostbite."
Approximately 2 out of 5 traumatic brain injuries among children are associated with participation in sports and recreational activities. Studies indicate that wearing a helmet can reduce the risk of impact forces to the brain. Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass recommends children always wear helmets when sledding, skiing, snowboarding, or playing ice hockey.
For more than two years, Safe Kids USA, with support from Johnson & Johnson, has been encouraging parents and coaches to protect young athletes on and off the field in a national Youth Sports Safety education campaign.
Here's additional tips for parents" to keep their children safe this winter.
Proper Clothing
• Dress your child in layers ? warm close?fitting clothes; a hat; boots; gloves or mittens that are preferably waterproof, and a scarf, or facemask.
• Make sure your child's scarf is tucked in so that it doesn't get entangled in lifts, ski poles, or other equipment.
Sun Protection
Cover your child's exposed skin with sunscreen to protect their skin from the sunlight, which reflects off the snow.
Safety Gear
• Ensure your child always wears the sport-specific, properly fitted safety gear. For example, knee pads are just as important for snowboarding as they are for field/ice hockey.
• Helmets should always be worn by children when they ski, sled, snowboard, snowmobile, and play field/ice hockey. Make sure your child wears a helmet that is appropriate for the particular activity or sport because there are different helmets for different activities.
• Keep the helmet well-maintained, and it should always be properly fitted to your child's head. Replace the helmet as soon as it has been hit hard or involved in a crash or impact. Even though there may not be any visible damage to the helmet, it will not effectively absorb the impact of a future crash or may have a hair line crack invisible to the human eye.
Staying Hydrated
• Encourage your child to drink water before, during and after play in order to stay fully hydrated. Here's some general guidelines to prevent dehydration:
• Drink 12 ounces of fluid 30 minutes before an activity.
• Children under 90 pounds drink 5 ounces every 20 minutes and children over 90 pounds drink 9 ounces every 20 minutes during an activity.
• Drink every 20 minutes during the first hour after the activity to make up for fluid loss after an activity.
About Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass:
Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass works to prevent unintentional childhood injury, the leading cause of death and disability to children ages 1 to 14. Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass is a member of Safe Kids Worldwide, a global network of organizations dedicated to preventing unintentional injury.
Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass was founded in 2006 and is led by Sarpy/Cass Dept of Health and Wellness.
701 Olson Drive, Ste. 101 Papillion, NE 68046
Phone: (402) 339-4334 Fax: (402) 339-4235
E-mail: healthdept@sarpy.com
www.sarpycasshealthdepartment.org
Fulfill Your New Year's Resolution to Give Blood
As 2011 draws to a close, many may reflect on the past year and the New Year's resolutions made nearly a year ago. If 'help others' was included on your list of resolutions, there is still time to help patients in need by donating blood through the American Red Cross.
With your donation this month, the gift of a blood or platelet donation can make an even greater difference. In honor of all December blood and platelet donors, a financial contribution will be made to the American Red Cross annual holiday giving program.
As the new year approaches, take the time to give blood this month and remember to include 'donate blood' on your list of resolutions for 2012. Make an appointment today to make a difference in the lives of others.
How to Donate Blood
Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.
A blood donor card or driver's license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.
Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), 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 have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
About the American Red Cross
Governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American RedCross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation's blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.
CASS COUNTY
12/19/2011, 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm, Town Hall, 643 House St, Avoca
OTOE COUNTY
12/20/2011, 11:15 am- 5:15 pm, Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, 1162 Mohawk, Syracuse
12/22/2011, 11:00 am- 4:00 pm, Cargill, 2601 Industrial Road, Nebraska City
Art Chicks in Louisville is Hiring Fun and Fabulous People!
If you don't mind dancing in front of strangers and turning them into new friends, give us a call! The job is a little like being a waitress, hostess, interior designer, and artsy, crazy woman!
Position includes days, nights and weekends, but flexible.
All ages welcome.
Hours will range from 20-40 per month.
Call Jeanne at 402-234-4663 to apply.
"Christmas Survival Guide" Opens at Lofte
The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley is now showing its holiday Christmas musical,
"Christmas Survival Guide."
Written by James Hindman and Ray Roderick with music by John Glaudini, this show is a musical revue that takes a wry look at what can be a very stressful season.Armed with a copy of a new book, "A Christmas Survival Guide," the characters charge into the holiday searching for the true meaning of the holiday.
Artistic Director Kevin Colbert described the show as a "Perry Como Christmas special with lots of songs and comedy sketches that will keep audience members entertained and laughing out loud."
Starring in the show are Brandy Palatas and Allison Tiller of Omaha; Dan Hendrickson, Benjiman Pettiford and Cory Misek of Lincoln, Cynthia West Sheldon and Janet Sorensen of Elmwood; and Anne Pope of Eagle. Musical Director is Betty Colbert and choreographer is Noelle Bohaty.
Show dates run December 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17 and 18.
Curtain is at 7:30pm on Thursdays through Saturday; Sunday afternoons at 2pm.
Ticket prices are $17. There are special rates for groups over 20 so this may be
a fun alternative to the traditional holiday office party!
The Lofte is located just east of the intersection of Hwy 50 and Hwy 1 in Cass County near the village of Manley. Those inquiring about tickets may call the Lofte Box Office at (402)234-2553 or visit the Lofte website at www.Lofte.com
"Journey Into Christmas"
Bess Streeter Aldrich House
Dec.10 & 11
2:00-5:00 p.m.
Learn about the author's life and works, and see every room of the historic home
decorated for the holidays! Enjoy complimentary refreshments and browse the gift
shop after your tour.
Admission is $5.00 adults, $3.00 children ages 6-12.
204 East F St.
Elmwood, NE 68349
www.BessStreeterAldrich.org
The Otoe County Genealogical Society will hold its December 8th meeting at theUnadilla Community Library at 770 'G' Street in Unadilla, Nebraska at 7:00pm.
Our guest speaker will be Raymond "Chuck" Waymire, who will give a presentation on "Scottish Genealogical Research." Mr. Waymire is of Scottish descent and is the author of 5 genealogical reference books.
So if you have Scottish ancestors, Mr. Waymire will have some helpful guidance and suggested tools for you to use in your research!
See more at VisitNebraska.gov
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