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Murray Newsletter - July 11, 2012

 4TH of JULY FUN at the 

CASS COUNTY CELEBRATION

 

Lots of ooey-gooey fun was had in Murray on the 4th of July! 


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 Murray's main street, looking west, on the 4th of July, 2012. 
 
2012-07-04 Pancake_feed_cars_looking_east 
In front of the fire barn, cars lined the highway, both east, (above) 
and west. 
2012-07-04 Pancake_feed_cars_facing_west 
 
2012-07-04 Pancake_Feed_line 
By 9:15 the line was growing l-o-n-g-e-r......... 
 
2012-07-04 FFA_at_Fire_Barn
The Conestoga FFA kids served up pancakes, sausage, fruit cups, juice and coffee in the fire barn for the Fire and Rescue's annual fundraiser. 
 
2012-07-04 Dalton_King 
At first glance, you'd think Uncle Sam himself was over at the fire barn, but it was just Dalton King doing his best imitation of the old guy!  
 
2012-07-04 Pancake_Feed 
It's always fun to see old friends at the pancake feed. 
 
2012-07-04 Cortney_and_Nathan 
A couple of my favorite people, Cortney and Nathan! 
  
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 2012-07-04 Trent_Miller_in_Fire_Truck 
Trent, visiting from Colorado, enjoyed the fire trucks! 
 
2012-07-04 Wetting_the_oozeball_courts 
Wetting down the oozeball courts for the big games.  
 
2012-07-04 Oozeball_signup 
The registration booth for oozeball was busy at 10 a.m.  
Forty-eight, six-person, teams registered to play - the most ever! 
  
Before and after shots of a couple of the teams that participated in the 'Oozeball' games. 
2012-07-04 GEEK_SQUAD_OOZEBALL
Above, left to right--The 'Geek Squad', Rachel Lyons, Miranda Miller, Megan Black, Shannon King, Dalton King and Ellen Rice
and  below...........who ARE those people????????
 
2012-07-04 GEEK_SQUAD_after_oozeball

 

2012-07-04 The_Bellyaches 

Above, the 'Bellyaches' painted themselves red, white and blue in honor of the 4th, but it's hard to see their paint jobs a few minutes later.  Below, they're enjoying a cool shower on this steamy day. 

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 2012-07-04 Adult_mud_volleyball 

2012-07-04 Oozeball_adults 

2012-07-04 Oozeball_courts 

2012-07-04 Concessions_crew 

The concession stand crew, kept the hungry crowd fed and hydrated with cold drinks all day.  Left to right are Linda Brouhard, Amber Swartzbaugh, Rebecca Thomas, Sandy and Jack Prall. 

 2012-07-04 Dime_toss 

The dime toss was a new event this year. 

2012-07-04 Miss_Murray_Lexi_Woodard 

Miss 4th of July, Lexi Woodard, of Murray has a smile almost as big as her tiara!  

2012-07-04 Raffle_stands

 2012-07-04 Color_Guard 

SALUTE!  Some of the Cub Scouts formed the Color Guard for the evening parade. 

 2012-07-04 Salute_to_Freedon 

 

2012-07-04 Grand_Marshall_Alice_Fales 

Alice Fales is Grand Marshal. 

2012-07-04 Miss_Cass_County 

Miss Cass County.  

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2012-07-04 Rescue_vehicles_in_parade 

2012-07-04 Bicyclists 

2012-07-04 Harvest_Festival_Queen 

2012-07-04 Donation_float 

  We'd like to have photos of Little Mr. 4th of July, the baby contest participants, pictures of bingo, fireworks and the horseshoe pitching contests, too! 

If you have any photos to share, send them our way and we'll be happy to post them here in future Newsletters.  Instructions are at the bottom of the Newsletter, before the list of sponsors. 

 

(Thanks to Gretchen King for her 'Geek Squad' photos!)

 

 

 soccer ball  

Southeast Soccer Club   

is accepting donations through July 16th to help fundconcessions for the upcoming 3v3 Tournament.  Proceeds from tournament will go towards putting in a well for water for the fields. 

 Please contact Heather Larson 9713 Gabriella Drive, Beaver Lake, NE 68048, 402-306-8996. or   heatehrdlarson@windstream.net for more details. Thank you! 

 

   
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CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN  

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


Murray: 
 
Now - July 13
July 28 - Aug 3
Aug 18 - 24
Sept 8 - 14 

 

  
Beaver Lake: 

July 14 - 20
Aug 4 - 10
Aug 25 - 31
Sept 15 - 21 

 

Union: 

July 21 - 27
Aug 11 - 17
Sept 1 - 7
Sep 22 - 28 

 

 Nehawka: 

Now - July 20
Aug4 - 17
Sept 1 - 14 
 

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

 
 
  
 
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 Lofte Theatre
  
"Almost, Maine" Auditions at Lofte 
 
The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley announces that it will be holding open auditions on Sunday, July 22 and Monday, July 23 at 7pm. 
 
The theater is looking for 10 men and 9 women ages 22-50 for their upcoming production of, "Almost, Maine."  No experience is necessary.  The Lofte welcomes all levels of theatrical skill. 
 
"Almost," is a combination of stories that take town in a remote, mythical town in Maine.  It's a cold, clear moonless night and as the northern lights hover above, the town's residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and sometimes hilarious ways. 
 
Actors will audition using cold readings from the script.  The production's director will be Kevin Colbert.  Those auditioning should bring a list of possible schedule conflicts.  Rehearsals will begin around the first of August.  Production dates are September 1, 2, 7-9 and 13-16. 
 
Those with questions about the production can call the theater at 402.234.2553 or visit the Lofte's website,
 
 
  
Last Hot Sunday In July 

Craft Show 

Sunday, July 29th 

11am-3pm 
 
American Legion-Louisville 

 
Stop and checkout the vendors... 
 
 Miche, Traveling Treasures, CAbi, Donna Jo Jewlery, Jamberry Nails, Design by Me-Megan, Danni Lee Baby Boutique, Ashley's Gift Box, Scentsy, Thirty One Gifts and more. 
 
Lots going on in Louisville on Main Street! Come check out the festivities...Auto/Truck Show N Shine, entertainment on Main, and so much more for the family! 
 
Questions or more info:
Teri McClun 
 
402-234-4161 
 
  
 
 
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DANNILEE BABY BASEMENT BOUTIQUE
Come shop in person
Saturday
From 10am-1pm
811 3rd Street Cir-Louisville
 
Can’t make it?
That’s ok! We have these 3-4 times a month!
 
Check us out on facebook!
402-234-4161

  

 

 

 

2012-07-11 NE_Road_Trip  


Aug 3–5
Wilber Czech Festival
Wilber

Aug 10–11
Sandhills Open Road Challenge
Arnold
July 15–20 Nebraska Star Party
Merritt Reservoir, Valentine
July 20–22 Southeast Nebraska 
Wine Pairing Event
Southeast Nebraska Winery Trail Towns
July 28 4th Annual Dam Run
Lake Ogallala, Ogallala
July 28 Brews & Blues at the Zoo
Lincoln Children’s Zoo
Aug 2 Tour de Zoo
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium
Aug 2–5 Lemon Days
Nebraska City

FunPlex
Enjoy one of Nebraska’s largest ride and water parks. Check out bumper boats, go-karts, miniature golf, waterslides, a wave pool, a winding river and more. 
Omaha
Trailside Museum of Natural History
View the Clash of the Mammoths exhibit (at Fort Robinson State Park), featuring two huge mammoth fossils fatally and forever joined in battle. 
Crawford
Lewis and Clark Lake State Recreation Area
Dive into summer with a fun-filled getaway packed with swimming, boating, fishing, camping, 
hiking and more. 
Crofton
Carhenge
Experience this one-of-a-kind replication of England’s Stonehenge created from vintage cars. TripAdvisor recently ranked it the nation’s second-wackiest attraction. 
Alliance
Chimney Rock National Historic Site 
and Visitors Center
Perched along the Oregon Trail, this renowned landmark 
served as an inspiration for pioneers preparing to embark 
on the difficult mountain passage. 
Bayard
Hutchinson Buffalo Ranch
An authentic ranching getaway—observe bison via a Conestoga wagon ride, spend the night in a sod house or tepee, take a ranch 
tour, and go canoeing and tubing. 
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DESTINATION PLATTSMOUTH 
 
COMING EVENTS 

at 
 
 ENTERTAINMENT PLAZA 
  
(Just south of Main at 4th Street in Plattsmouth) 
 
 
    
BYOC (Bring your own chairs!)    ~    Goodwill donations accepted  
No alcoholic beverages    ~    Family-oriented shows  
Refreshments available  


Events starting times are:  
July & Aug 7:30pm ** Special Event Times**
Sept event times, 7 p.m. 
 Events and times subject to change. 

COME JOIN US! 
                                                                                         

Jul 13

Mary’s Melodies - Piano for all


Jul 14 

USAF Heartland Night Wing


Jul 20

Plattsmouth Community Band


Jul 21

Sarpy Serenaders (Barbershop)


Jul 27

Doodly Squat


Jul 28

**Battle of Teen Bands 

 
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Aug 3

Shadow Ridge Band


Aug 4

Toasted Ponies  Aug 10Plattsmouth Community Band


Aug 11

**Teen Fashion Show +


Aug 11

Blind Dog Fulton


Aug 12

**Plattsmouth Summer Festival


Aug 17

Taste Of Plattsmouth +


Aug 18

Cowboy Gathering +


Aug 24

Lloyd McCarter Honky-Tonk


Aug 25

Sounds from The Big Band Era


Aug 31
Joy Johnson + The Notables
   
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Sep 1

Terry Little & Jonathan


Sep 7

Harvest Festival


Sep 8

 Harvest Festival


Sep 14

 Janice Freeburg Dancers 


Sep 15

 Ellis Island Irish-Many Instruments 


Sep 21

 Plattsmouth Community Band 


Sep 22

 Sweet Adelines (Lady Barbershop) 

 
Sep 28 * 

Sep 29 * 

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Oct 5  

Live Performance in conjunction with Cruisin’ Main Car Show & Shine 

  
 
** Farmers Market & Crafts ** 
Wednesday 3pm - 6pm  
 Saturday - 9am-noon 
 
 
 
Sponsors include Cass County Tourism, Mom’s Restaurant &Cafe, Cass County Bank, John’s Appliance Sales & Service,Plattsmouth State Bank, Jeff Henry Chevrolet,Hobscheidt/Henry PRO Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, &SAC Credit Union 
402-296-5544
 
   
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 SUMMERTIME MEANS COUNTY FAIRS!   

Mark your calendar with this year's Cass County Fair dates, August 7 - 11, 2012.  

 The Fairgrounds are north of Weeping Water, on Highway 1 at 144th Street.  

 Click on this link for more info www.cassfair.com.  

 

 
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WANTED: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 
 
Oxbow Animal Health, located in Murdock NE, is looking for a  Maintenance Technician  to maintain Production equipment, vehicles, buildings and grounds.5 to 7 years experience preferred.  
 
 Send resume/inquiries to:   HR@oxbowanimalhealth.com

 
 OR  
 
 Apply in person at: 
Oxbow Animal Health
29012 Mill Road 
Murdock, NE 68407 
 
  

 
  
 red-cross   
 
Help Spark the American Red Cross
Blood Supply this Summer
 
While the Independence Day holiday will surely ignite many spectacular fireworks extravaganzas, the American Red Cross is counting on donors to spark the nation’s blood supply. The Red Cross reminds eligible donors that the need for blood is constant, especially during holiday timeframes – like Independence Day – when eligible donors have even less time in their busy schedules to give. 
 While all blood types are needed during the summer months, O negative, B negative and A negative blood types are currently in high demand because they potentially can be transfused to patients with Rh positive or Rh negative blood types. Type O negative, the universal blood type, can potentially be transfused to patients with any blood type.  
The American Red Cross encourages all eligible donors to donate blood regularly this summer to ensure an adequate blood supply for patients in need.
The American Red Cross’ Live Life. Give Life. summer-long campaign is helping to raise awareness aboutthe constant need for blood and encourage regular donations. Presenting donors between May 21 and September 5, 2012 will be entered automatically into the Live Life. Give Life. promotion for a chance to win prize packages from GiftCertificates.com. And, from June 29 to July 8, presenting donors will be entered to win additional prize certificates to thank them for giving blood around the Independence Day holiday. Visit redcrossblood.org/GiveWin to learn more. 
INDEPENDENCE DAY PROMOTION
As a special 'thank you' around the Independence Day holiday, presenting donors between June 29 and July 8, 2012, can register to win a prize certificate redeemable at GiftCertificates.com.  Visit redcrossblood.org/GiveWin for details. 
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
The 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 visitredcross.org or join our blog at blog.redcross.org. 

 CASS COUNTY 
 
7/13/2012, 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm, Methodist Church, 2nd St & Kansas St, Murdock 
7/16/2012, 11:30 am- 5:30 pm, Plattsmouth Methodist Church, 702 Main St, Plattsmouth
7/22/2012, 12:00 pm- 5:15 pm, First Baptist Church, 16220 Highway 75, Plattsmouth

 

 


Cass County Fair 2012 - Video Contest (APR)
Advanced Pre-Registration Form 

Thank you for competing in this years exciting Cass County Fair Video Contest! This year we absolutely require an advance registration form (this form) to be submitted by Tuesday August 7th, 2012 at midnight CDT for each project to be considered by the judges on the submission deadline August 17, 2012 at 5PM CDT.  When we receive this form you will receive an APR (Advance Project Registration) Number (via the email address you provide) within 24 hours and that will be your assurance that you are in the cue, and it will also identify this project for the purpose of questions, comments, and finally with your submission on or before August 17th, 2012 at 5PM CDT, judging and finally the awards on August 24, 2012 at 5PM CDT.   

 There is no obligation to complete your video, or to submit a video - you can change your mind at any point however pre-registration IS required for any submission to be considered by the Judges. There will be NO exceptions.  

 You need to create, and edit your video, upload to your www.YouTube.com acct submit it with awww.YouTube.com URL and agree to maintain that video publicly available for the benefit of the Cass County Fair Board for a minimum of 1 year. By submitting this form you agree that you have rights for the use of any content, video or music that you include in your project. The Cass County Fair Board requires that any submission be free from any Copy Protected content in order to be considered by the judges. You agree that any questions as to copyrights can cause a project to be rejected by the Judges.

Click here to register


 

    

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 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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PhotosBirth Announcements

Letters to the Editor

Birthday Greeting

Upcoming Events

Cards of Thanks

Lost and Found

Obituaries

Recipes

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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!   

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