"Do not go where the path may lead.
Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail."
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson ~
CONGRATULATIONS CONESTOGA GRADUATES!
WE'RE PROUD OF YOU!
Always a Mother, Always a Friend
Always a Mother . . .
someone who cares for
you and about you all
through your life,
someone whose
guidance you value,
concern you appreciate,
love you depend upon.
Always a Friend . . .
someone to laugh with,
someone you can count on
to help you out, back you up,
and never let you down.
That's what a mother is -
Happy Birthday!!
WOW! You really areWISE!
(Even though you're not angels!)
We're wishing you all the best that life has to offer!
Congratulations on your graduation!
We love you!
Your Forever Friends,
Pat and Mike
ELECTION DAY
TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2012
8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
For local information:
http://www.cassne.org/election.html
Gale Offers Voter Guidelines for Election Day
LINCOLN – Secretary of State John Gale offered guidelines for Nebraska voters who will
go to polling places for the May 15 primary election.
“Going to the polls in Nebraska is easy and convenient,” Gale said. “But there are some
simple steps you can take to make sure your voting experience goes smoothly.”
Gale offered the following guidelines for Election Day:
--Check your voter registration and polling place. People can check the status of their voter
registration and location of their polling place by contacting their county election office or ac-
--Change of address. If a registered voter has moved within a county (out of their former precinct)
and not updated their registration, the person should go to the polling place associated with
their current residence. The person will be required to vote a provisional ballot.
--Be prepared. Before going to the polls, the voter should become informed about the candidates
and issues on the ballot. Sample ballots are printed in newspapers and posted on county websites.
Mark and take the sample ballot with you to the polling place.
--Conduct at the polls. To maintain proper decorum at the polls, it is requested that people turn
off their cell phones.
--Campaigning prohibited. Campaign items such as buttons, stickers and T-shirts are not allowed
in a polling place. It is illegal to campaign within 200 feet of a polling site.
--Voter identification. Proper identification will be required at the polling place of people who are
newly registered by mail and did not provide identification. These people will be required to provide
identification showing their current residence. Identification at the polling place is not required of other
voters.
--Nonpartisan voters. If you are registered without a political party affiliation, you will receive the non-
partisan ballot. In addition, nonpartisan voters may request a Republican Party or Democratic Party
ballot for U.S. Senate and House races, or they may request a full Libertarian Party ballot.
Polls are open on Election Day from 8 a.m. CDT (7 a.m. MDT) to 8 p.m. CDT (7 p.m. MDT).
MURRAY'S VILLAGE CLEAN-UP DAYS
JUNE 2 – 3, 2012
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Drop-off location:
All American Recycling
103 E. McKelvie Road.
(southeastcorner of Hwy 75 & McKelvie Road)
FREE to MURRAY VILLAGE RESIDENTS ONLY
PROOF of RESIDENCE will be CHECKED, so bring a current Murray utility bill statement.
(Non-resident items will NOT be accepted.)
All items accepted
except for those listed below:
Items NOT accepted:
TIRES
PAINT
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTES
AUTOMOTIVE OIL
The burn pile will be open both days to accept yard waste and tree limbs and branches.
Call Village Clerk with any questions, 235-2119
SOUTHEAST SOCCER CLUB
Players and coaches from left to right are:
The Sharks (U7) soccer team include -
Front: Jayden Widler, Samarion Henry, Clayton Mayfield and Coach Jon Plevel
Back: Drew Froistad, Matthew Belitz, Jagger Plevel and Jack Welch
The Black Hawks (U10) soccer team include -
Front: Zach Smith, Trace Widler, James Parriott and Max Baumert
Back: A.J. Pekarek, Hunter Thonen, Ben Welch, Kameron Monahan; Coach Jerry Smith
The Hurricanes (U12) soccer team include:
Front: Cameron Jensen, Max Baumert, Ben Welch, Zach Smith, Cooper Moore, Carson Henderson
Middle: Sean Klein, Ryan Smith, Alex Lamoureux, Jax Madsen, Mason Jensen, Buck Welch and Jacob Drake
Back: Coaches Jerry Smith, and Larry Welch
Strikers U9 team is coached by Becky Headley, (not shown).
Front: Dezmond Jenkins, Preston Goulette, John Welter, Nate Barnard, Daniel Cutler
Back: Rhett Stewart, Matthew Stevens, Brock Headley, Jake Barnard,
Lucas Michel & Asher Behrns
Under 8 Girl Tigers
Front: Kaelyn Monahan, Kylie Cooke, Jameson Yost, Addison Priefert, Stephanie Colvert
Back: Coach Anton Yost, Anna Jacobs, Sophia Tegels, Elli Perez,
Delaney Deterding, Sydney Honaker
Bears Coach Tom Wzorek with players Natalie Wzorek, Carissa Eckhoff, Alexa Eckhoff; Dylan Kayhanfar (not pictured)
Broncos' Coach Dave Chipman is shown with Reese Morrison, Payton Morrison, Andrew Lamoureux, Rush Chipman.
The Eagles fly high with Coach Mark Stephenson shown above with his wife and
Colton Stephenson, Dominic Vercellino, Gracyn Steckler and Elizabeth Harvey.
The Falcons' Coach, Tony Curtis, is proud of his players Henry Baumert, Jonathan Curtis, Ryleigh Hill and Autumn Behrns.
The Hawks', Denise Stuart, has fun coaching Raquel Hild, Mia Toelle, Jaxon Stuart and Samontae Henry.
Kirk Froistad coaches his Lions: Gabriella Tranisi, Keith Froistad, Carli Carlton, Mathew Carlton and Gaige Gillott.
These slick Panthers, Zachary Stevens, Justin Belitz, Blake Henderson, Braden Van Winkle and Ava Tegels are coached by Justin Tegels.
These Tigers, Cole Merwald, Mason Merwald, Louis Caniglia and Celeste Ortega are happy to 'show their stripes' with Coach Kris Merwald.
All the teams, (except Micro), play their games in Murray, Bellevue, Papillion,
Springfield & Gretna on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays.
The 'Micro' teams play their games on Saturday mornings behind Conestoga Elementary at 9:00 & 10:00. There are 2 more weeks of games...May 12th & May 19th. (There are 2 games going on at 9:00 & 2 games at 10:00).
Many thanks to Angela Stevens for submitting these photos.
The Southeast Soccer Club will be hosting the 3v3 LIVE SOCCER TOURNAMENT in Murray on Saturday, July 21. This is a national tournament and the top teams in each division will qualify to compete in the PREMIER level of 3v3 Live Regional Finals. The tournament is open to teams of all ages U6 through Adult. More information can be found at www.3v3live.com where you can also register a team.
Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp will be coming to Murray NE July 30th - August 3, hosted by Southeast Soccer Club. This summer's camp will feature the new 1,000 Touches Curriculum, packed with new drills and practices designed to improve individuals ball control, footskils, fakes and moves! Register now and join over 150,000 players who will learn the Challenger Way this year. Sign up online at
George W. Blessing
REPUBLICAN
Candidate for Fifth District Cass County Commissioner
Hi, I'm George Blessing, a candidate for Cass County Fifth District Commissioner. My qualifications for this position are second to none.
My descendents settled in the Fifth District, southwest of Plattsmouth, in the mid 1860s. I’ve lived in Cass County for 70 years and in district five for 50 years. I’ve served on the 5-person Murray Village Board 35+ years, during which time I was instrumental in street-paving projects, the installation of a new water tower, building a new Village Hall, the beginnings of a curb and gutter project, building a new Young Memorial Park concession stand, joining Murray to the Beaver Lake waste-water treatment facility, updating the Young Memorial Park baseball field, and installing a new emergency warning siren. My wife Patricia and I have owned and operated a successful family business for more than 40 years in the Fifth District. We have two grown children, George IV and Angela. I am quite familiar with the people of the fifth district, understand their wants and needs, and know what it takes to get the job done. I would appreciate your vote May 15th,2012.
12th ANNUAL
MURRAY-BEAVER LAKE
LIONS CLUB
GOLF FUNDRAISER
JUNE 16th, 2012
8:30 AM SHOTGUN
LAKE RIDGE GOLF COURSE
4-person scramble
18 holes with cart, includes Lunch
Mulligans
Prizes
Hole-In-One
Sponsored by Jeff Henry Motors
Car parked on Hole #8
ENTRY FEE: $60.00/ player
YOU…
can help the Lions Club help others!
Call Larry Hefling @ 235-2403 or 235-4653 to sign up your team or use the Entry Form below.
Make payment to the Murray Lions Club by June 11, 2012.
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Lions Club Golf Fundraiser Entry Form
Player Phone#
1.______________________________________________________________________
2.______________________________________________________________________
3.______________________________________________________________________
4.______________________________________________________________________
Send payment of $60.00 per player ($240.00 per team) payable to:
Murray Lions Club
c/o Larry Hefling
821 E. Main
Murray, NE 68409
RAFFLE for 2012 HUSKER TICKETS
$5.00 per ticket or $40.00 per book
Drawing to be June 16th at Lake Ridge Golf Course
NEED NOT TO BE PRESENT TO WIN
(Tickets available from Lions Club Members and in the Lounge)
CONESTOGA SPRING SPORTS
Go to the Conestoga Schools link below to get the schedule for the track meets and soccer games.
http://www.conestogacougars.org/pages/Conestoga_Public_Schools
Pick up a
MURRAY GARAGE SALES
form at the
Murray Post Office,
Murray State Bank
or
Murray Town Hall
and sign-up to have your address put on the sale map.
Your contribution helps to pay for all the advertising that helps to make your sale a success!
Thanks!
"OUTDOOR CLASSROOM"
COMMUNITY PROJECT
Every few years, the Conestoga Elementary PTO focuses on a major project. Our PTO was enlightened by research revealing the necessity of contact with nature for a healthy child. We learned that time in nature inspires creativity, reduces stress, improves test scores, health concentration, behavior, reduces obesity, depression, attention deficit disorder while promoting humility and connection. With the help of students, parents, staff and the community, our PTO has been raising and saving money for the past two years towards this community project. We are now ready to break ground and are looking to the community to help fulfill our vision. The following is a list of needed resources and volunteers:
help to remove broken concrete from the school/do you have a place we can put this concrete (not much)
pick-ups and drivers to haul and unload dirt, mulch and sand
donations of cut or fallen hardwood trees (oak, walnut, ash and hackberry preferred) 2' - 4' in diameter. These trees will be used to line the entrance as well as provide natural seating, stepping stones and enclose areas.
help to plant trees, shrubs and flowers
donations of used tractor tires for a "hill of tires" planted in sand
brick pavers or cobblestone to be used as the floor to the entrance of the classroom
boulders - we will be building a bridge over a currently hazardous drainage area and would like to install boulders around it for kids to climb
construction experience or willingness to help build a stage area and bridge
framer - we are looking for a framer to help put up the facade of a school which will provide the backdrop to our stage. We envision this to be wrapped in siding, so will also need siding installation experience.
concrete - we will be seeking bids for concrete to connect the areas within the classroom. We are interested in part of this path being stamped with animal footprints.
Do you need help envisioning such a classroom? Please visit the following site to view an outdoor classroom in South Omaha: http://www.ops.org/elementary/gomezheritage/OutdoorClassroom/tabid/250/Default.aspx
If you have any of these items on your property and would be willing to donate them or if you are interested in donating your time and talent, we can make our dream come true! If you would like to see the professional drawings of this classroom or to get involved, please contact Allison Welch at 402-235-2539 or email allisonwelch@windstream.net
CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN
recycle trailer will be located on these dates in the following towns:
Murray:
Now - May 11
May 26 - June 1
June 16 - 22
Beaver Lake:
May 12 - 18
June 2 - 8
June 23 - 29
Union:
May 19 - 25
June 9 - 15
Nehawka:
May 12 - 25
(Murray will also continue to have the recycle bin located behind Town Hall every day for Murray residents' use only.)
Passionate about theatre, but find a lack of opportunity?
Love to dance, act, sing, or any combination thereof?
Enjoy construction and power tools?
Want to learn to operate theatrical lights and sound?
W h a t y o u n e e d t o k n o w :
• All registered students will perform in a full-length musical in mid- August
• Rehearsals will start mid-July, usually 4 days per week 3pm-7pm
• Workshops will be held throughout the Summer to sharpen the
fundamental tools of theatre: acting, tech, and overall performance
• A registration fee of $150-200 will be required in July for each student
• Fund-raising opportunities will be planned to help with student cost
• Open to anyone ages 13-18
• Taught by graduates of Nebraska University theater programs
• Looking for at least 20 performers, plus numerous tech crew members
W h y :
• Learn stage fundamentals
• Learn and sharpen your theatrical skills
• Great addition to any resumé
• Network and meet new people
• Have a fun
Please respond by May 21st – there is no final commitment required at this time. We are merely noting who is interested. Fees not due until early-July.
If you are interested or have questions, please contact:
C o r y M i s e k a t c o r y m i s e k @ g m a i l . c o m o r
(4 0 2 ) 6 1 5-1 0 0 3.
SENATOR LAMBERT'S
CAPITOL COMMENTS
May 4, 2012, Lincoln— The Nebraska Legislature maintains memberships in several
national legislative organizations. The National Council of State Legislatures (NCSL)
is a good example of a bipartisan organization that serves the legislators and staff of
the country's 50 states and its territories. NCSL provides research, technical assistance
and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues.
The organization is also an effective and respected advocate for the interests for state
government before Congress and federal agencies. The leadership of NCSL is composed
of legislators and staff from across the country. At the beginning of every 90-day session of
the Nebraska Legislature, senators and staff are appointed by the speaker to serve on
committees and task forces of NCSL and other national legislative organizations.
The Council of State Governments (CSG) is another national organization that focuses on
major policy issues. Members of the Nebraska Legislature also serve CSG in its leadership
positions and participate in the professional development opportunities it offers. CSG was
founded during the Great Depression, and for more than 75 years, CSG has provided state
leaders with support and recommendations on promising approaches to creating good public
policy. CSG is a strictly nonpartisan organization that brings state leaders together to share
ideas and provides them with the chance to learn valuable lessons from each other.
Because of my hard work and membership on the legislature’s Health and Human Services
Committee, Speaker of the Legislature Mike Flood invited me to participate this month in a
seminar in Denver, Colorado. The three-day program is titled, “Identifying State Health Priorities
to Ensure Healthy Families: Using Limited Dollars Wisely.” Four other senators who serve on
legislative committees such as Appropriations, Business and Labor, Education, Government,
Health and Human Services, Judiciary, and the Nebraska Retirement Systems will be part of
Nebraska's delegation at the seminar. Nebraska senators and staff will collaborate with legislative
representatives from Alaska, Colorado, Hawaii, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Wyoming.
The National Council of State Legislatures is co-sponsoring the seminar with the National Governors
Association, the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials, the Association of Maternal
and Child Health Programs, and the National Association of County and City Health Officials. The
seminar is funded through a grant from the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, so
this valuable training opportunity is a no-cost event for our state.
The seminar's format includes five sessions for all participants, and four team discussion meetings,
in which every state's team members will develop state action plans to meet identified goals and
objectives. Senators and legislative staff will focus on promoting healthy families, raising awareness
of state health goals and resources, allocating limited health dollars efficiently and effectively,
facilitating constructive communication among the state's key players, and identifying the next steps
to be taken in each participating state.
The National Council of State Legislatures and the Council of State Governments are two of seven
national legislative organizations to which the Nebraska Legislature belongs. These organizations,
like those that provide education and support for public officials at all levels of government, offer
legislators opportunities to receive timely information on a broad spectrum of issues, as well as intense,
leadership development training in multiple-day workshops. The seminar I will attend this month will
be brief and focus only on state health priorities. I am honored that Speaker Flood invited me to parti-
cipate. I assured the speaker, and I assure you too, that I will work hard to represent Nebraska well
and safeguard the trust that has been placed in me.
I am always interested in hearing your comments by mail, phone or email.
Senator Paul Lambert
State Capitol, PO Box 94604
Lincoln, NE 68509
(402) 471-2613
The Schoolhouse Performance Series will feature championship fiddler, Deborah Greenblatt, and multi-instrumentalist, David Seay performing "Fiddle Fables" on Sunday, May 13, at 2:30 PM, downstairs in The Old Avoca Schoolhouse in Avoca, Nebraska.
With the help of her fabulous five-string fiddle, and some talented fiddle students, Deborah Greenblatt explores some of the trials, tribulations, and lessons that fiddlers and other musicians often have in common. There is advice for the beginner ("It Starts With Your Feet"), advice for the fiddler's families ("Have Mercy"), for the growing fiddler ("Shopping For a Fiddle Blues"), for the brave fiddler ("I'm Gonna Fiddle In a Contest"), as well as the fiddler who plays the viola ("Out of Fiddle, Out of My Mind"). There are also inspiring stories of real-life fiddlers ("Cactus Pete"), teachers ("Alice Johnson' and students ("Mary Ann the Fiddler").
The concert will be followed by light refreshments, and a chance to chat and even jam with the performers. Avoca is in southern Cass County, Nebraska, on the 13 C Spur, one mile south of Highway 34. Admission is $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for students & seniors, and $1.00 for children. For more information, call 402-275-3221, log on to www.greenblattandseay.com, or e-mail debby@greenblattandseay.com.
Blood Donation Opportunities
OTOE COUNTY
5/15/2012, 10:00 am- 4:00 pm, Cargill, 2601 Industrial Road, Nebraska City
CASS COUNTY
5/14/2012, 11:00 am- 5:00 pm, First Baptist Church, 16220 Highway 75, Plattsmouth
5/15/2012, 1:00 pm- 6:30 pm, Elmwood Community Center, 144 1/2 N. 4 St., Elmwood
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Legislative Session Fruitful for Business/Data Centers
The Nebraska Unicameral passed several economic development bills during the short
legislative session.
LB 830, introduced by Sen. Galen Hadley of Kearney, provides a sales and use tax exemption for biochips, used in conducting genotyping, analyzing gene expression, protein expression, genomic sequencing, or protein profiling of plants, animals, or non-human laboratory research model organisms.
LB 872, also introduced by Sen. Hadley, reduces the income tax burden of Nebraska-based businesses that provide services to customers in other states. Additionally, the bill changes the method for corporate income tax on the sales of services or intangible property (except in the case of sales of a communications company).
LB 983, introduced by Sen. Abbie Cornett of Bellevue, extends the Nebraska Advantage research and development tax credit to 21 years.
LB 1018, introduced by Sen. Danielle Conrad of Lincoln, changes provisions relating to business mergers, consolidations, and conversions.
LB 1043, introduced by Sen. Chris Langemeier of Schuyler, eliminates provisions relating to contracts or agreements for discounted rates involving public power districts.
LB 1080, introduced by Sen. Cornett, amends the revenue code to exempt sales and use tax on any tangible personal property acquired by a person operating a data center located in Nebraska, which is then incorporated into other tangible personal property for subsequent use outside the state by the same person operating a data center in this state.
LB 1118, introduced by Sen. Cornett, creates an additional Nebraska Advantage Tier 2 qualified project for a taxpayer who invests at least $200 million and creates 30 new jobs at a data center project is eligible for a 10-year personal property tax exemption for the project, in addition to the benefits currently available for other Tier 2 projects.
LB 1128, introduced by Sen. Paul Schumacher of Columbus, adopts the New Markets Job Growth Investment Act. Individuals, pass-through entities, corporations, financial institutions, and insurance companies are eligible for a nonrefundable, nontransferable credit for investments in businesses located in a qualified active low-income community business.
Other legislation passed this session includes:
LB 209, introduced by Sen. Cornett, requires the State give municipalities one year advanced notice when a company requests local sales and use taxes refunds paid by said company under the Nebraska Advantage Act or Employment and Investment Growth Act.
LB 729, introduced by Sen. Heath Mello of Omaha, provides powers to an authority and changes provisions relating to the issuance of bonds under the Community Development Law.
LB 863, introduced by Sen. Colby Coash of Lincoln, includes film production under the Local Option Municipal Economic Development Act.
LB 968, introduced by Speaker Mike Flood of Norfolk, authorizes deficit appropriations and moves funds from the Rural Development Commission to the Business Innovation Act in DED for FY 2012-13.
LB 1053, introduced by Sen. LeRoy Louden of Ellsworth, creates the Nebraska Tourism Commission and transfers powers and duties of the Travel and Tourism Division from DED.
LB 1115, introduced by Speaker Flood, authorizes construction and operation of natural gas pipeline facilities by jurisdictional utilities.
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Nebraska No. 6 for Personal Income Growth
Nebraska had the sixth highest personal income growth rate in 2011 at nearly 6%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. The national growth rate in 2011 was 5.1%. Personal income is defined as income received by all people from all sources, according to the Bureau. Private nonfarm earnings accounted for almost all growth in personal income in the fourth quarter in most states. Mining earnings grew 9 percent, faster than all other industries, and accounted for the bulk of growth in the six fastest growing states.
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BNSF Plans $202 Million Capital Program in Nebraska
BNSF Railway Company plans to invest an estimated $202 million on maintenance and rail capacity improvement and expansion projects in Nebraska this year, as part of its total 2012 capital commitment of $3.9 billion.
BNSF’s 2012 capacity enhancement projects in Nebraska include adding a second rail line track in the Grand Island area, beginning work to replace BNSF’s bridge over the Missouri River between Plattsmouth, Neb., and Pacific Jct., Iowa, expansion of BNSF’s Lincoln locomotive shop, improvements to BNSF’s Havelock car shop in Lincoln, and significant signal upgrades for federally mandated positive train control.
BNSF will also continue its robust track maintenance program in Nebraska, which will
include 1,405 miles of track surfacing and undercutting work, and the replacement of 100 miles of rail and about 140,000 ties.
“BNSF’s investments will improve our ability to provide rail freight services to Nebraska businesses and communities, and will expand opportunities to create more jobs and growth for the Nebraska economy,” said Matthew K. Rose, BNSF Chairman and CEO.
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Quality Products, Delivery Enhanced by Equipment Upgrade
The Egging Co., a start-to-finish steel fabricator, has received a grant through the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority’s Capital Access Program to upgrade the electronic controls and drives of a large horizontal boring mill used in its operations. The company has owned and operated the machine since the mid-80s, however the electronics and drives dated back to the mid-70s.
"The upgrade went fairly smoothly and the machine is now back to full production,” said Lou Egging, president and CEO. “This reliability is a significant factor [in aiding] us in accomplishing our overall production and growth goals into the future.”
The Egging Co., near Gurley, Neb., has been a vital employer in western Nebraska and supplier of high quality steel fabrications since 1957. The company partners with clients, including Caterpillar, from the initial engineering and planning process to the final assembly stage. The company employs 62 employees at its Nebraska facility, and an additional 70 employees at its facility in Clinton, Iowa. For information, call 308-884-2233.
Davis Companies Awarded National Minority Small Business
Champion
Dr. Dick and Sharon Davis, CEO and owners of Davis Companies, Inc., of Omaha, were recognized as the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) National Minority Small Business Champions for 2012. The Davis’ won the Nebraska SBA district and Region VII SBA competition before being judged nationally against nine regional winners.
Davis Companies, the parent organization of businesses owned and operated by the Davis family, have provided corporate clients with insurance, bonding, and consultation products and services for more than 40 years. Its subsidiaries were formed to create synergies that enhance each of the company’s core business. Davis Companies was established in 1971 with the Davis Insurance Agency. By the mid-1980s, operations had expanded to five states and six urban centers. The Davis’ product and service lines have expanded ten times since 1991.
The SBA National Minority Small Business Champions award winner is selected based on efforts to: promote minority-owned small businesses; volunteer time and services to small business interest groups; advocate for small business causes through legislation; and use professional expertise to assist small business owners.
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Omaha Ranked No. 2 Best Midwestern Market for Small Businesses
The Business Journals rated Omaha second in its 2012 Small Business Rankings for Midwestern Markets, moving it up from third in 2011. Numbers were derived based on a six-part formula incorporating the following factors: five-year population growth, five- and one-year private-sector employment growth, concentration of small businesses per 1,000 residents, one-year change in that concentration, and one-year growth in number of small businesses. Small businesses were defined as any private-sector employer with fewer than 100 workers.
Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms
Established U.S. manufacturers negatively impacted by foreign competition can receive valuable business assistance and federal grant funds through the Rocky Mountain Trade Adjustment Assistance Center (TAAC). The Center’s Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms program specifically helps companies save jobs, increase productivity, and build a solid foundation for future growth. Eligible manufacturers may receive up to $75,000 in grant funds to cover half the cost of strategic projects designed to strengthen the company. Eligible companies are those that have experienced competition from foreign
companies producing similar foreign products, and resulting small downturns in sales and employment.
Since the program’s inception in 1974, Rocky Mountain TAAC has worked with hundreds of American companies in nearly every field. Rocky Mountain TAAC is an independent, nonprofit organization funded by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
See Nebraska Week May 5-12
Gov. Dave Heineman kicked off See Nebraska Week (May 5-12) by announcing the 2012 Nebraska Passport program, which promotes opportunities for summer travel across the state.
The 2012 Nebraska Passport program has expanded to 80 stops organized into 10 special interest tours: culinary, culture, family fun, festivals, golf, GROW Nebraska, parks, unique accommodations, water adventure and wineries. Travelers are encouraged to pick up a souvenir passport at one of participating locations and collect stamps from each location visited to win prizes.
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Our Mission: To develop economic opportunities by keeping Nebraska businesses,
communities and people competitive.
If appropriately credited, material in this newsletter may be reproduced without permission. It is the policy of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, color, religion, marital status, age or national or ethnic origin.
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2012 EVENTS at ART CHICKS
May 11 & 12, Special Day Out for Moms with free make and take art project
May 26, Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
June 23, Cocktails in the Garden with Plant & Garden Junk Sale, Plant Swap
July 29, Sunday, 9 to 4: Flea Market and Old Fashioned Dessert Festival/Car show
September 24, Saturday, Chocolate Festival - Chocolate themed meal and treats at all the shops
October, All Month Long - Shopping bonanza! Punch card, visit all the local participating stores and enter to win a drawing for shopping spree worth over $300.00.
October 29, Saturday, Witches Brew Party -11:00 and 1:00 is our grand celebration of everything Halloween! Two blocks full of music, dancing, broom ceremonies, fortune telling and much more. Free gift to those who dress up. Saturday 2:30 Little Witches in Training Party Bring your little ones to a special 2:30 seating to celebrate Halloween and all its glory. Come in costume and learn about Halloween traditions, make believe fun and dancing.
November 12, Holiday Open House & Art Chicks Lunchorama Stop in and see all the new Holiday decor and Gifts in over 5 shops. Husker items, jewelry, purses, kitchen goods, baby and kids too. Reserve your table for 2 or 52 and enjoy a show of the latest jewelry for the season from several designers and handmade gifts from local artisans.
December 3, Ringing in the Season All of Louisville will be bustling with the sounds and activities of the season. Kids Shopping with children’s luncheon at 2:30 Bring your little one and they can shop and wrap presents for Christmas surprises for everyone on their list.
December Holiday Camp, Ladies, time to learn some new tricks to make your holiday prep easier. Spend time in Camp gaining the skills to “do it all” or at least laugh so much the stress disappears.
Visit coopandfeathers.blogspot.com and louisvilleartchicks.com for more details.
Art Chicks 402-234-2669
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