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The Annual Call for Legislative Page Applications

 

August 3, 2012, Lincoln—Every year the legislature is supported by a group of bright and energetic college students. The students are selected to serve as legislative pages. Pages are often interested in or curious  about state government. Some have gone on to become state senators, while many others have continued to work in the public sector after they graduate from college.

 

Pages perform valuable services for the legislature, such as helping with preparations for public hearings, assisting senators during committee meetings, and monitoring procedural issues and controlling microphones in the Chamber during floor debate. I was delighted to meet and work with the pages for the first time this year. They clearly have a great opportunity to learn about our legislative process and receive a real insider’s perspective on how the Nebraska Legislature conducts its business. While performing their important duties, I observed that the pages still have a lot of fun and talk about the friendships they develop.

 

The deadline for submitting page applications and letters of recommendation for the 2013 legislative session is Friday, September 28th at 5:00 pm. The Page Selection Committee will meet in mid-October to choose individuals to fill the vacant positions. Pages work four-hour shifts and must be able to work 20 hours a week during the session. The 2013, 90-day session will begin on January 7h and continue through early June.  The hourly wage for first-year pages will be approximately $9.50 per hour, and returnees will be paid $9.85 per hour. In many instances pages may be eligible to receive college credits for their legislative service.

 

If you are a full-time Nebraska college student with at least a 2.5 grade point average and would like to learn more about becoming a page for the Nebraska Legislature, please contact Kitty Kearns at (402) 471-2304 or send her an email at kkearns@leg.ne.gov You may also contact my office, and we will be happy to send an application form to you.

 

The Selection Committee chose a student page from the second legislative district in four of the past six years. I would be very proud to see another page from our district on the floor of the legislature during the 2013 session.

 

 

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 American Red Cross Reminds Donors 

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 One More Summer Destination – A Blood Drive

As summer winds down, the hustle and bustle of families falling back into school and work routines begin. The American Red Cross reminds eligible donors to keep blood donation in their routine and add “help save lives” to their to-do lists. At least three extra donors at all August blood drives, above what’s currently expected, are critically needed for the Red Cross to readily meet hospital and patient needs this month and into the fall.

Eligible donors can give blood every 56 days, yet the average blood donor gives blood less than two times per year. Help the Red Cross ensure an adequate blood supply leading into the Labor Day holiday weekend by making an appointment to donate blood.

The American Red Cross Live Life. Give Life. summer-long campaign is helping to raise awareness about the constant need for blood and encourage regular donations. Visit redcrossblood.org/GiveWin to learn how to win one of many GiftCertificates.com prize packages.

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 visit redcross.org or join our blog at blog.redcross.org.

Blood donation opportunities:

CASS COUNTY

8/16/2012, 11:00 am- 4:00 pm, Nebraska Masonic Home, 1300 Ave D, Plattsmouth

8/20/2012, 1:00 pm- 7:00 pm, Town Hall, 623 House St, Avoca

8/23/2012, 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm, City Building, 101 W Eldora Ave, Weeping Water  

OTOE COUNTY 

8/8/2012, 12:00 pm- 6:00 pm, Syracuse High School, 1500 Education Drive, Syracuse

8/9/2012, 9:00 am- 2:00 pm, OPPD Coal Plant, 7264 L Road, Nebraska City

8/9/2012, 10:00 am- 4:00 pm, Cargill, 2601 Industrial Road, Nebraska City

 

  


CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN  

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

   

    

 

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PILLAGE the VILLAGE  

 

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  MANLEY, NE  

 

 

AUGUST 25, 2012  

PANCAKE FEED - Fire Barn, 7 - 11, Manley VFD 

 

ADULT KICKBALL TOURNAMENT - 8 a.m., Manley Park

Double Elimination, $20/player

Contact Brenda Meyer, 402-699-5510

Shannon Josoff, 402-669-3242 

 

KIDS' KICKBALL TOURNAMENT - 10 a.m., Manley Park

8 - 12 years old

2 games guaranteed

$10/player includes Free Lunch!

Contact Betty Meyer, 402-234-5232 

 

SMOKED BABYBACK RIBS by Rick Bruns - 4 p.m., Manley Park

Take-out available, 402-669-5511

Free Delivery to Manley Residents

Whole Rack $20; Beans and Slaw Available, too! 

 

"HUMAN" TRACTOR PULL - 7 p.m., Manley Park

$40/4-person team of two men, two women who are a minimum of 18 years old.

Pull the Tractor 100 yards for best time.

Cash Prizes! 

 

CONCESSIONS - 11a.m. - 4 p.m.

Hotdogs, Homemade Pie, Smoked Turkey Legs, Loin-on-a-Stick 

 

CHICKEN POOP GAME of CHANCE - 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Where's the Chicken Going to Poop?! 

 

FACE PAINTING - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 

 

COOKIE DECORATING CONTEST - 1 p.m. Registration, Community Building 

 

PLANT & TAKE HOME a FAIRY GARDEN - 1 to 5 p.m., Community Building

Free for Kids and All Supplies are Provided 

 

KIDS' GAMES THROUGHOUT the DAY 

 

LIVE BAND at MANLEY HIDEAWAY BAR & GRILL 

8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Music by "The Legends"  

 

 

 

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Cass County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and Hobscheidt/Henry Pro Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Ram announce a very special fundraiser to benefit Cass County CASA! 

Quarry Oaks Golf Club

16600 Quarry Oaks Drive

Ashland, NE 

Saturday, August 11th 

Registration begins at 11:30 am with a boxed lunch.  

Shotgun start at 1:00 pm, with dinner and prizes starting at 5:30 pm.  

Proceeds will benefit the Cass County CASA Program, a donor-supported volunteer organization whose mission is to offer court-approved volunteer advocacy to children that are abused, neglected and often find themselves lost in the court system. Through Cass County CASA, these children are placed with advocates that speak on their behalf and know them well enough to make informed recommendations to the judge.

Register today to participate and guarantee your spot!

$100 golfer registration fee covers ALL COSTS, includes 18 holes of golf, cart fees, box lunch,

dinner, awards, and prizes.

This is a great way to have fun with friends and support others in our community! 

For more information visit the event page on our website at http://casscasa.org/events.php

DESTINATION PLATTSMOUTH 

COMING EVENTS 

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 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! 

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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 

   www.plattsmouthmainstreet.com

402-296-5544 

2012 EVENTS at ART CHICKS 

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...  

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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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Letters to the Editor

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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. 

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Photo editing is super easy if you go to http://www.picmonkey.com.  

Click on 'Edit Your Photo', then 'Resize'.  

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Then just send it to us here at the Murray Newsletter.    

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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. 

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