• About our Village of Murray

    About our Village of Murray

    Murray is a village in Cass County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 481 at the 2000 census. As of the census of 2000, there were 481 people, 188 households, and 140 families residing in the village. Read More
  • Conestoga Elementary School

    Conestoga Elementary School

    "Our school and school district are dedicated to providing all students with the educational foundation necessary to succeed in school and in life. To ensure your child’s success, we set high standards that are reflected in what is taught in our classrooms." Read More
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On Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2012, please stop to remember those who have died in our nation's service, so that you can enjoy the many freedoms you're blessed with. 
 
Have a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! 
 
  

 


 

 

 

 

Now that Beaver Lake resident and Conestoga freshman, Dalton King, has accomplished the project, the only thing left to do is the massive paperwork for him to become a 'fully-fledged' Eagle Scout.  It takes weeks and months of preparation from drawing up a plan, presenting it for approval, working out a budget, organizing a work crew and preparing the sight to see a project come to fruition. 
 
Last Saturday, May 19, Dalton's work crew, which he organized and supervised, got busy at the Beaver Lake clubhouse for the installation and dedication of a new flagpole near the clubhouse.

 

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Preparing the ground near the old flagpole for the retaining wall to be built around the new one.


 
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The pole is being raised by Chad Cooke of Cooke Construction. 
 
 
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The boys putting sand in the hole to keep the flag pole in place.

  
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The plants and mulch go in around the flagpole.

 
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The crew who helped raise the flagpole from left to right-- Dalton Topliff, Lucas Minor, Scoutmaster DaveClawson,Dalton King, David Clawson, Patty Clawson, Zeke Rouse, Gretchen King, and Shannon King.  

 
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Many people attended the dedication ceremony for the new flag pole. 


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The Color Guard, Zeke Rouse, Lucas Minor, David Clawson and Dalton Topliff with Assistant Scoutmaster Ricky King raise the flag
 
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 The plaque that Dalton put near the base of the new flagpole

 
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 Dalton King is proud of the completion of his project.


Job well done, Dalton! 

 
Special thanks to Chad Cooke of Cooke Construction for raising the new flagpole.

 

 


  

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 GARAGE SALE

SIGN-UP DEADLINE

THIS SATURDAY!

2012 garagesale

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! 

OR  

Print and submit this form: 
 
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MURRAY GARAGE SALES 
FRIDAY - SATURDAY 
JUNE 8 - 9, 2012 
8 a.m. - ? 
NAME  ________________________________________ 
PHONE  _______________________________________ 
SALE  LOCATION  _______________________________ 
CIRCLE THE DAY(S) YOU WILL HAVE YOUR SALE: 
FRIDAY              SATURDAY 
Please list three items from your sale to be included on maps, if space allows: 

 1.  ____________________  
 
2.  ____________________  
3.  ____________________
Send this completed form with $12.00,
NO LATER THAN SATURDAY, MAY 26th to: 
PAT ZEIGLER
201 N HOW AVE
MURRAY, NE  68409-8403 


 


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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) 
 
 


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CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN  

 recycle trailer will be located on these dates in the following towns:


Murray:

May 26 - June 1June 16 - 22


Beaver Lake:

June 2 - 8June 23 - 29

 

     

Union:

Now - May 25June 9 - 15


Nehawka:

Now - May  25  

(Murray will also continue to have the recycle bin located behind Town Hall every day for Murray residents' use only.)   

 

 


 

 

 

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Members of the 2011 cast of 'Pinocchio' give the
Missoula Children's Theater experience a thumbs up!

 

 

 

 

"Hansel & Gretel" Auditions at Lofte Theatre 

  
Manley, NE [May 17, 2012] - For the sixth straight year, the Lofte Community Theatre will be partnering with Missoula Children's Theater for a children's production.  This year's musical is, "Hansel & Gretel." 

 
Auditions will be held at the theater on Monday, June 11 at 10am.  Auditions are open to students entering first through seventh grade.  Approximately sixty children will be cast.  There is no guarantee that everyone who auditions will be cast in the play.  The audition process will last approximately two hours.  Some children will be asked to stay for the first rehearsal immediately after auditions.  
Rehearsals will take place at the Lofte June 11 through June 16, 10am to 2:30pm.  While not all actors will be needed for all sessions, they should have a clear schedule for the week.  Actors should bring a sack lunch each day. 

 
The Lofte will hold two public performances of "Hansel & Gretel," on Saturday, June 16th.  The first is at 3pm, the second is at 6pm.  The cast will be called for a dress rehearsal 2-4 hours before the first performance.   

 Adult admission is $8; children are $5.  

    
Missoula Children's Theater is a non-profit organization based in Missoula, Montana.  Their residency at the Lofte is generously sponsored in part by Plattsmouth State Bank and Home State Bank.  Those with questions about auditions or tickets may call the Lofte box office at(402) 234-2553

  

   


 
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June 15–16
Dancers of the Plains
Great Platte River Road Archway, Kearney

June 15–26
NCAA Men’s College World Series
Omaha

June 22–23
Great Nebraska Tractor Ride
West Point
June 13–17 Homestead Days
Beatrice
June 15–16 Treasure Trek 
(From I-80 to U.S. Hwy 20)

Alliance and western Nebraska communities
June 24 Sod House Sunday at Bowring 
Ranch State Historical Park

Merriman
June 25–
July 2
2012 U.S. Olympic Swim Team Trials
Omaha
June 29–30 Flatwater Music Festival
Hastings

Lake Minatare State Recreation Area
Home to one of only seven inland lighthouses in the nation, the lake is popular with boaters, campers, fishermen and outdoor enthusiasts. 
Minatare
Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center
Catch a panoramic view of Bailey Railroad Yard—the world’s largest railroad yard—from atop this eight-story structure. 
North Platte
Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area
Twenty sandpit lakes beckon you to apply sunscreen and hit the water. The area is a summer hot spot for boating, swimming, water and jet skiing, camping and picnicking. 
Fremont
Museum of Nebraska Major League Baseball
A must-see for baseball fans, this Sandhills favorite covers past and present careers of more than 140 major leaguers with Nebraska ties. 
St. Paul
Art Chicks – Where Girlfriends Gather
Grab your gal pals and get ready for an afternoon of food, friends and frivolity. Reservations are required. 
Louisville
Nebraska National Forest 
(Bessey Ranger District)

The 90,000-acre forest is home to the nation’s oldest federally funded nursery and is a perfect place for off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding, fishing, camping and wildlife viewing. 
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World Blood Donor Day- Celebrating the Gift of Blood 

 

 Giving blood is timeless. With no substitute for human blood, those in need rely on the kindness of volunteer donors. To raise awareness and inspire action about this cause, Nexcare Bandages, in partnership with the Red Cross and supermodel Niki Taylor, announce the fourth annual Nexcare give program. This nationwide initiative shines a light on the World Health Organization’s World Blood Donor Day on June 14 by thanking those who give blood and encouraging others to get involved. World Blood Donor Day is a day set aside to celebrate those who donate blood and help save lives without expecting anything in return. It is also a day to raise awareness about how a safe and stable supply of blood products is vital for hospitals and patients. 

 
The theme this year is “Every blood donor is a hero” and focuses on the idea that every one of us can become a hero by giving life saving blood. While recognizing the silent and unsung heroes who help save lives every day through their blood donations, the theme also strongly encourages more people all over the world to donate blood voluntarily and regularly.For more information about World Blood Donor Day, visit wbdd.org.

How to Donate BloodSimply 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 CrossThe American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies more than 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or join our blog at blog.redcross.org.    

 CASS COUNTY  

6/11/2012, 11:00 am- 4:00 pm, Nebraska Masonic Home, 1300 Ave D, Plattsmouth  

 


     

 

LOUISVILLE COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES 

  
MAY 31 - JUNE 2

 

 


   

 

Elmwood-Murdock Student Wins Lofte Scholarship 

 

 

 

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 The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley has selected Lizzy Pegler of Elmwood as its 2012 scholarship winner.  
Miss Pegler is a recent graduate of Elmwood-Murdock High School.  She was Salutatorian of her class having maintained a 4.0 for all four years of her high school career.  Miss Pegler held officer positions in FBLA, FCCLA and Science Club.  Some of her other activities included drama, speech, vocal and instrumental music, Quiz Bowl and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.    This summer she will travel to Washington D.C. to participate in the All-National Honor Choir.  She will also go to San Antonio for the FBLA Nationals.   
Miss Pegler has obtained a scholarship to Doane College where she will double major in Theater and Journalism and minor in Music.  The Lofte wishes Lizzy much success in pursuit of her college degree. 

 

 


 

 

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NEHAWKA LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL

(Schedules are subject to change)

  

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24 May 6:00 @ Nehawka
29 May 6:00 @ Nehawka
31 May 6:00 @ Nehawka
5 Jun 6:00 @ Syracuse
7 Jun 6:00 @ Nehawka
12 Jun 6:00 @ Plattsmouth
14 Jun 6:00 @ Plattsmouth
19 Jun 6:00 @ Nehawka
21 Jun 6:00 @ Syracuse 
 
 

Pony League 
   
23 May 6:00 @ Nehawka
24 May 7:30 @ Nehawka
29 May 7:30 @ Elmwood
31 May 7:30 @ Nehawka
5 Jun 7:30 @ Nehawka
12 Jun 7:30 @ Plattsmouth
14 Jun 7:30 @ Plattsmouth
19 Jun 7:30 @ Nehawka
21 Jun 7:30 @ Syracuse
26 Jun 7:30 @ Nehawka
28 Jun 7:30 @ Nehawka 
     
 

Squirts & WeeWees 
   Squirts play first followed by WeeWee games on these dates:
 
26 May 09:00 & 10:30 @ Nehawka 
2 Jun 09:00 & 10:30 @ Murray 
9 Jun 09:00 & 10:30 @ Nehawka 
16 Jun 09:00 & 10:30 @ Elmwood   
 
 
 
Squirts    
 
6 Jun 6:00 @ Nehawka 
    
 

WeeWee’s   
 
4 Jun 10:30 @ Syracuse 
11 Jun 7:30 @ Weeping Water



 

 


 

  

 Simon's Classic, "The Sunshine Boys" at Lofte Theatre in Manley 

 The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley announces thatit will begin its thirty-sixth season with Neil Simon's classic stage play,"The Sunshine Boys."The show opens on Saturday, May 26th. 

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Pictured: Ken Snyder, Scott Nielsen and Bob Pinkerton star in"The Sunshine Boys,"   at the Lofte Community Theatre.The story revolves around the vaudeville comedy team, "Lewis and Clark." Al and Williewere top-billed comedians for over forty years. Now they aren't even speaking. When CBSapproaches them for a "History of Comedy" retrospective, the grudging reunion brings thetwo back together along with a flood of memories, miseries and laughs. Many may rememberthe 1975 film version featuring Walter Matthau and George Burns. Directed by Kevin Colbert, the show stars Bob Pinkerton of Weeping Water and newcomer,Ken Snyder of Elmwood. Also starring in the show are Scott Nielsen of Eagle, Tim Sorensenof Elmwood, Millard Carnes and Jennifer Harvey of Plattsmouth and Megan Homan of Springfield.Performance dates are May 26, 27, June 1-3 and 7-10. Curtain times Thursday-Saturday are7:30pm. Sunday performances are 2pm matinees. Tickets are still available for all shows. 

Reserved seats are $17. Those interested can call the box office at 402-234-2553. 

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 Lofte Theatre 

LOFTE AUDITION NOTICE
May 27 & 29

The Lofte Communitiy Theatre near Manley will be holding auditions on Sunday, May 27th and Tuesdsay, May 29th at 6:30pm 
for their upcoming summer musical, "Singin' in the Rain."  The stage play is based off of the 1952 MGM film.     
Artistic Director Kevin Colbert and Musical Director Betty Colbert ask that those auditioning bring a prepared song of no more than one minute in length.  An accompanist will be provided.  This is a large ensemble cast with many featured (speaking) roles.  There are roles available for trained dancers including some solos.  The star vehicle is male.  Parts are available for men and women ages 17-60.  No stage experience is required.  Newcomers are always welcome.  A complete breakdown of roles can be found on the Lofte's audition page on www.Lofte.com.
Rehearsals will begin in June.  The show will run weekends July 20-August 5.  Those who have questions about the show or the audition process are welcome to contact the Lofte at (402) 234-2553.   
 


  

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Multi-Instrumentalists, Greenblatt & Seay, will be giving free workshops on Saturday, May 26, at the Homestead National Monument of America in Beatrice, Nebraska.  Championship fiddler, Deborah Greenblatt, will be giving a free fiddle workshop at 10 AM.  
David Seay's free harmonica workshop will be at 12 p.m. with all participants receiving a free harmonica.
Homestead National Monument of America is a unit of the National Park Service located four miles west of Beatrice, Nebraska. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free of charge. For additional information, please call 402-223-3514 or visit http://www.nps.gov/home/index.htm.

  


    

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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

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Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass is partnering with local Libraries and Law
Enforcement in the Name of Bike Safety 
 
Summer vacation is nearly here and this is a great time for the kids to have outdoor fun.
Since bike riding is part of that fun and we want our children to stay safe, Safe Kids
Sarpy/Cass is sponsoring a bike safety poster contest and bike safety presentation at the
libraries in Sarpy and Cass Counties. The poster contests and bike safety presentations
will take place at the Sarpy and Cass County libraries during the months of May and
June.
  
Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass is supplying the Police Officers and Sheriff Departments in Sarpy
County LED flashing stars to present to kids that the officers see wearing their bike
helmets.  The officers will start awarding the flashing stars in June.  Jane Husz says “We
want to teach our children how to be safe on a bike and we want to reward them for
wearing a helmet which is a big part of bike safety.”
  
For more information about this Safe Kids program, contact your local Sarpy or Cass
County Library or Jane Husz, Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass at 402-339-4334 ext. 210 or visit the
Sarpy/Cass Department of Health and Wellness/Safe Kids website
  
Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass works to prevent unintentional childhood injury, the leading cause
of death and disability to children under the age of 14. Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass is a member
of Safe Kids Worldwide and Safe Kids Nebraska (global and statewide networks of
organizations dedicated to preventing unintentional injury). Safe Kids Sarpy/Cass was
founded in 2006 and is led by The Sarpy/Cass Department of Health and Wellness. This
bike safety program is made possible through a grant from Safe Kids Nebraska.
  
 
 

 
 
 
 

 

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2012 EVENTS at ART CHICKS 

         

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 

 

 


 
 
 
HOW to SUBMIT ARTICLES for this NEWSLETTER... 
 
Event announcements and advertising can be an enormous expense when you're wanting or needing to get the word out.  If you've checked into regular newspaper pricing lately for such items, you'll know what I'm talking about.  So why spend your hard-earned money, when you can accomplish the same thing right here - FREE - on your local news website? 
 
Below is a list of categories that will cost you absolutely nothing, except the time to submit it, (which you'd have to do with a regular newspaper anyway): 
 
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Birth Announcements
Letters to the Editor
Birthday Greeting
Upcoming Events
Cards of Thanks
Lost and Found
Obituaries
Recipes
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 
NO LATER THAN NOON on the prior MONDAY. 
 
 
1)  You may call your information to 402-235-2926, 
Leave a voice mail with your name phone number. 
 
 
2)  Email your story to   Editor@MurrayNebraska.com
NO 'zip' files, please, and send photos in jpg format, if possible,
no larger than 450 pixels wide.  
Photo editing is super easy if you go to http://www.picmonkey.com. 
Click on 'Edit Your Photo', then 'Resize'.  Enter any number below 495 and click...that's it!
Then just send it to us here at the Murray Newsletter.
 
 
3)  Send items via the U.S. postal service to: 
Editor, MurrayNebraska.com
201 N How Ave, Murray, NE, 68409-8403.  
(When mailing items you'd like to get back, please enclose a self-addressed, 
stamped envelope.) 
  
Remember to include 'who, what, when, where and why', along with any other 
helpful details, such as a contact person and phone.
Thanks for helping to keep YOUR Murray Newsletter fresh and up-to-date! 
 

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