Murray Newsletter - July 10, 2013

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WHISKY FRISKY

Whisky, frisky,

Hippity hop,

Up he goes

To the tree top!

Whirly, twirly,

Round and round,

Down he scampers

To the ground!

Furly, curly,

What a tail!

Tall as a feather,

Broad as a sail!

Where's his supper?

In the shell,

Snappity, crackity,

Out it fell!

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MURRAY VFD PANCAKE FEED

A sparkling blue sky, bright sun and moderate temps helped bring out lots of pancake connoisseurs to the Murray Volunteer Fire Department's annual 4th of July fundraiser.

The hungry line stretched from the entrance of the fire house to the edge of Highway 1 and up the hill to the east along the shoulder of the road.

Sizzling hot sausage, warm pancakes, fruit cups, coffee and juice were all served up with a smile from volunteers.

Word is it was the largest crowd they'd ever had after about 30 consecutive years of hosting the event!

Thanks for your support of the MVFD!!

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INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVITIES

This year's national holiday was celebrated on Saturday, July 6th in Murray.

Oozeball, bingo, raffles, a street dance and many more activities took place around town with an enormous fireworks display rounding out the fun.

If you have any photos from any of these activities, please send them here so we can post them.

I included some parade pictures here:

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Condolences to the families of former Murray resident and Conestoga

student, (class of 1990), Tom Booth,

and

Nehawka resident, Ted Brannon.

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PLEASE TAKE THIS SURVEY!

Below is a link for a new survey for the Waste Resource Plan.

Also, if you have taken the previous survey before we encourage you to take this survey as well. Some questions have been re-worded.

http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07e7sx23pehiw6igj2/start

Thank you for your input!

HELP the RED CROSS

BLOOD SUPPLY THIS SUMMER!

To learn more and make an appointment to donate blood, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities:

Cass County

July 12

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. , Conestoga High School, 8404 42nd St., Murray, NE

July 15

1 - 7 p.m., Elmwood-Murdock High School, 300 Wyoming, Murdock, NE

July 15

11:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m., VFW Post 2543, 510 First Ave., Plattsmouth, NE

Otoe County

July 8

11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Eagle's Club, 600 First Corso in Nebraska City, NE

July 9

7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Nebraska City Medical Clinic, 1700 14th Ave. in Nebraska City, NE

July 12

10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., St. Mary's Hospital, 1314 Third Ave. in Nebraska City, NE

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 consent 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 andyounger 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; suppliesabout 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 visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

Our area 2013 American Legion Baseball Team is made up of young men from Elmwood, Murdock and Nehawka, called the 'EMN NATIONALS'. Below is their schedule for this summer. Keep in mind that this schedule is subject to change.

2013 EMN NATIONALS BASEBALL

Team Day Date Time Opponent Site

Jr/Sr Wed July 10 5:30 Adams Adams

Jr Fri July 11-17 Districts TBD

Sr Fri July 11 TBD Bennington Tourn Bennington

Sr Fri July 19-23 TBD Districts Wilbur

RECYCLE!

Do something good for your community and our earth!

CASS COUNTY GOING GREEN

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

Murray:

July 20 - 26

Aug 10 - 16

Aug 31 - Sep 6

Sep 21 - 27

Beaver Lake:

July 10 -12

July 27 - Aug 2

Aug 17 - 23

Sep 7 - 13

Sep 28 -

Union:

July 13 - 19

Aug 3 - 9

Aug 24 - 30

Sep 14 - 20

Nehawka:

July 10 - 19

Aug 3 - 16

Aug 31 - Sep 13

Sep 28 -

(The recycle bin located behind Town Hall is for Murray residents' use only.)



CHAD THORNE FUNDRAISER

SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2013

PLATTSMOUTH VFW

4 - 8 pm

Chad suffered hemiparetic migraine syndrome and is now partially paralyzed. He is unable to perform at his job at Savage Plumbing. Chad and his wife have 3 sons.

A silent auction, raffles, smoked beef and pork, sides, desserts and cash bar will be available for a donation of $10 - adult, $7 - children 12 years and under.

Donations also accepted at Cass County Bank.

Benefit for Neal and Jennifer Wilhelm

Spaghetti Feed and Raffle

July 20, 2013

3:30 - 8:30 pm

Alvo Fire and Rescue Station

Sponsored by Alvo Volunteer Fire Department

Raffle drawing at 8:30 PM

Your free will donation will help Neal and Jennifer to recover and rebuild
Neal was badly burned and their home was damaged beyond repair from

a propane explosion on May 11, 2013.

The American Exchange Bank continues the support fund for Neal and Jennifer
to assist with medical, living and rebuilding expenses at both Eagle and Elmwood branches.

Monetary Donations can be dropped off at or mailed to: American Exchange Bank c/o Jen and Neal Wilhelm.

Eagle Branch, 440 D Street, Eagle, NE 68347 402-781-2229

Elmwood Branch, 151 North 4th Street, Elmwood, NE 68349 402-994-4000

Get Well Cards or Letters of Encouragement

Jennifer Wilhelm, 141 Russell Street, Alvo, NE 68304

Thanks for your support!

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BABY ITEMS FOR SALE!

if interested in any of these items, please email:

Editor@PlattsmouthNebraska.com

LOFTE COMMUNITY THEATRE AUDITIONS

The Lofte Community Theatre in Manley announces that it will be holding open auditions for

'THE BOYS NEXT DOOR'

at 7pm on Monday, July 22 and Tuesday, July 23.

'Boys,' is a very funny yet very touching play that focuses on the lives of four special needs men who live in a communal residence under the watchful eye of their social worker.

Artistic Director Kevin Colbert notes that the script is designed so that 6 of the supporting rolesmay be played by one actress and one actor. However, if we have enough auditionees, the castmay be doubled. Also the script suggests that the role of Lucian be an African American.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Rehearsals will begin in late July.

Performances will run weekends August 31-September 15.

Those auditioning should bring a list of possible schedule conflicts.

Questions about auditions or the production itself may be directed to Kevin Colbert at 402-234-2553.

There is only one spot left in the Schoolhouse Fiddle Camp for Intermediate and Advanced Fiddlers. Contact Debby-in-the-Schoolhouse, www.greenblattandseay.com .

Wedneday, July 10 - Friday, July 12, 9 AM - 1 PM, Schoolhouse Fiddle Camp for Intermediate and Advanced Fiddlers, In the Old Schoolhouse, Avoca, NE (pre-registration required)

Saturday, July 13, 12 Noon & 2 PM, David, in "Train Songs", Durham Museum, Omaha, NE

Sunday, July 14, 12 Noon and 2 PM, David, in "Train Songs", Durham Museum, Omaha, NE

PRE-SCHOOL OPENINGS in LOUISVILLE

Openings available for 3 and 4 year olds Fall Preschool at the United Methodist

Church in Louisville, NE.

For more information call the UMC office at 42-234-2055 between 9 and 11:30

a.m. Or go to our website to get an application, 1umclouisvillene.org.

NEW CONTESTS PLANNED for 2013 CASS COUNTY FAIR

Link to pdf file for Grandparent contest form is as follows:

http://cassfair.com/grandparent/

Wednesday, July 10th – 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Thursday, July 11th – 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Friday, July 12th – 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM



St. John’s School

500 So. 18th St.

Plattsmouth

BAG SALE!

Thursday – 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Friday – 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

We will also be serving food.

Come try one of our delicious yumburgers!



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