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Blood Drive Elmwood
Monday, February 10, 2020 

1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Elmwood Fire Hall


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Next Nutrition Event

March 22nd from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Have you ever thought to yourself that eating healthy is too expensive?

Do you dread watching your grocery total creep higher and higher each week?

It doesn’t have to be this way!

Join Kelly Nuno, Nutritional Therapist, to learn all about how to slash your grocery bill while still buying healthy foods!

St. Paul United Methodist Church

400 West G Street

Elmwood, NE  68349

Sunday School (Sept.-May)  9:30 a.m.

Worship Services 10:35 a.m.

During the weekdays, Son-Shine Child Care Center partners with the church for

daycare of 6-week-old infants to school-age children.

The daycare phone is 402-994-2384.

 The church is involved in the

Cass County Food Pantry,

The BackPack Program,

Joint Vacation Bible School and other community activities.

Pastor Michelle Chesnut

Cell Phone 402-314-7988  Church Phone: 402-994-6735

E-mail: stpaulelmwood@gmail.com

 Website:  elmwoodmurdockumc.com 


  HGTV is Doing Small Town Make Overs 

The submission video is complete. Thank you to the many people who contributed to this project.

I lost count of how many people are in the video in photos of various events during the last three years. But it's close to two hundred. I was able to video interview, several people and although they were hesitant about being recorded and feeling awkward the result was perfect. 

 As I was going over the photos from the past three years it reminded me of why I live in Elmwood. The people here are phenomenal. The community pride is outstanding, and it is evident we have one area of town that is a sore spot, a source of embarrassment. 

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But as evidenced by over a hundred people who came together for the park build, we care, we get involved, and we CAN get things done. 

I will make the video available for public viewing after the submission deadline is passed. 

Yes, HGTV is looking for small towns to need a Main Street makeover. This is us, people! 

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According to the criteria the town must the following: 

A Population of fewer than 40,000 residents 

Contain building with outstanding architecture that would benefit from revitalization.

The location should include a Main Street are that is in DESPERATE need of a makeover. 

We CAN do this!

I met with the Village Board last month and they approved moving forward. The deadline is February 7th, this Friday.

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 Village Clerk Position

Village of Elmwood, Nebraska

Village of Elmwood, NE is now accepting applications for the position of the Village Clerk.

The ideal candidate would have a willingness to learn, have great customer service skills, and be highly organized.

The job duties include, but are not limited to:

Utility billing

Administrative duties

Attending bi-monthly board meetings.

29 hours a week

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay included.

Insurance stipend provided.

Pay based on experience.

Interested parties may gather more information by calling 402-994- 6705 or emailing villageofelmwood@msn.com


 

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It's easy to get a library card and borrowing electronic books can be done on your tablet or Kindle. It's an easier process. Anyone can be a library member. Even if you live in another town or state. Did you grow up here and want access to thousands of free books. 

It's just $10.00. Really. When you are visiting stop by and find out how to become a member. 


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Visit the Overdrive website for more information on checking out electronic books and media. 
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Library hours

Monday 3- 8pm

Tuesday 2-6 pm

Wednesday 2 pm -6 pm

Thursday 10 am - 2 pm

Saturday 10 am - 2 pm    

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Having a baby shower, family reunion or large family dinner?

You can have your party and STILL keep your house clean.

Only $75.00 for four to 6 hours.

Call 402-994-2145 for more details and to set your date. 

 Morning Coffee Bar 8:00 am

Coffee, Tea, Milk

(Milk available, please ask the cook)
Free will offering - suggested $1.00 

Noon Meals (Eat in or Take-out) $5.00

 Please call by 9:30 am to reserve

402-994-2145  

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 Short Story Contest 

Generate a fictional short story that is written in the wholesome spirit displayed by Bess Streeter Aldrich in her works while incorporating a theme that focuses on Nebraska’s family life, economy, history, cultural diversity, and/or geography (past, present, and/or future). Writers are encouraged to focus on historical and/or realistic topics. This year the Aldrich Foundation is paying tribute to Mrs. Aldrich’s book Spring Came on Forever and it would be an excellent resource.

Adult: 1st Prize $100; 2nd Prize $50; 3rd Prize $25
High School (Grades 9-12): 1st Prize $50; 2nd Prize $25; 3rd Prize $15
Middle School (Grades 6-8): 1st Prize $50; 2nd Prize $25; 3rd Prize $15
Intermediate School (Grades 3-5): 1st Prize $25; 2nd Prize $15; 3rd Prize $10
*Schools are limited to 15 submissions per teacher. Family members of the Aldrich Foundation Board are not eligible.
Length: 1,000 to 2,000 words (there is no minimum word requirement for the Intermediate Category)
 
Submit your story here on the easy online form. The deadline is midnight February 17, 2020. Winners will be announced in April 2020
Book Cover Competition
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The Bess Streeter Aldrich book The Cutters is going into a reprint and needs a refreshed cover. Are you graphically creative? Then your art and work can be featured as a book cover.  

Here are some of the guidelines below and if you would like to see more visit their Facebook page or email me at editor@elmwoodnebraska.com for complete rules and guidelines.

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Deadline is midnight February 17, 2020

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 Kate Zakaras is in the second semester of her first year at Northeast Community College in Norfolk, Ne. She was chosen as one of the new Resident Assistants for Path Hall. RA's are chosen based on college involvement, GPA, and work experience.

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Most often they are second-year students. The SA's are usually freshman that work up to RA position. The RA's receive a free dorm stay that semester in exchange for their work. Kate is majoring in agribusiness.

 Alumni Recognition - Fall 2019 Honors

Students who qualified for the Chancellor's List earned a grade point average of 4.0 for courses during the Fall 2019 semester, provided 12 or more quality hours were completed.

Hayden Ernst Elmwood (UNO) Chancellors List

Students who qualified for the Dean's List earned a GPA of 3.5 or better for courses during the Fall 2019 semester, provided 12 or more quality hours were completed.

Keegan VonRentzell (UNO) Elmwood 

Tyler Oehlerking (UNO) Murdock

Megan Hawks (UNK) Elmwood

Alice Richter (UNL)

Whitney Koehn (Nebraska Wesleyan) Elmwood


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You can even follow them on Twitter at EMKnightsSchool 

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 Check out the calendar on the Elmwood Website   


Elmwood Community Calendar

 (click here or on the banner above to find the monthly calendar for the month) 

When your group or club meets for an event, take some photos and send them to me with a summary of what was happening and I'll post them here in the Elmwood Newsletter. 

Readers want to see involvement in and around our village.  It not only helps to promote our town, but it could create interest in joining your group.

Be sure to check the calendar to the right for upcoming events, also.

Send your updates, announcements, and photos of the events, at editor@elmwoodnebraska.com  

Elmwood #LittleFreePantry

The Little Free Pantry is located between Hufstader Chiropractor, the Elmwood Meat Market, and the Village Hall. 

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 Don't forget to send me your news 

There are things happening. Who is in the news, who is making the news? This is what I need for the upcoming year

SEND NEWS and PHOTOS to editor@elmwoodnebraska.com 

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we have 8 different flavors to choose from.

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Area News   

Job Opportunity:
Office Manager at Nebraska Extension Cass County

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Office Manager at the Nebraska Extension - Cass County Office in Weeping Water.

This is a full-time County paid position, with some night and weekend hours required. Benefits include Health, Retirement, Vacation, Sick and Holidays.

Position description including responsibilities, requires skills, and preferred experiences available online at https://go.unl.edu/wjm0

Submit cover letter and resume to the Cass County Extension Office by February 17th.

References will be requested after further review.

Applications can be mailed to:

Cass County Extension
Attn: Lauren Stohlmann
8400 144th St Suite 100
Weeping Water, NE 68463

OR

Emailed to lstohlmann2@unl.edu.


 

Seeking Summer Intern

Cass County Extension Office is seeking a summer 4-H intern for mid-May through mid-August.

Send a cover letter and resume to: Lauren Stohlmann lstohlmann2@unl.edu

OR Cass County Extension Office, Attn: Lauren Stohlmann,

8400 144th Street, Suite 100, Weeping Water, NE 68463.

The deadline for submission is February 21st. More information can be found at https://go.unl.edu/cbcv

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Cornhusker Country Music Theater

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SUPPORT SMALL TOWNS' EVENTS and bring the family for an affordable, fun night of LIVE music!  
You can try out our new dance floor or just sit back and enjoy the music in vintage theater seating!

Coming up:

Country/Rockabilly/Bluegrass band, the Midnight Wanderers, take the stage at 7:30!

 https://www.facebook.com/theMidnightWanderers/

Sunday, February 9th, 1 pm

Saturday, February 8, 7:30 pm, NIGHT RIDERS BAND.

Sunday, February 9th, 1 pm, JAM SESSION 

JAM SESSION ~ Bring your instruments, your voice or both and join us for some old-time fun!

JAM SESSIONS are FREE!

Admission to shows is only $4 for those over 13 years old.  Younger kids admitted FREE!

Check back often for more updates!  

Call, 1-800-480-8797, ext. 211, to hear schedule or email cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com for more information.

Like us on Facebook @ Cornhusker Country Music Theater!

 

Cornhusker Country Music Theater, a nonprofit 501 c 3 organization, is in Louisville, NE at 211 Main St.

Cornhusker Country Music Theater 

211 Main St., Louisville, NE

Call, 1-800-480-8797, ext 211, or email cornhuskercountrymusic@gmail.com for more information.

Like us on Facebook @ Cornhusker Country Music Theater!

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State of Nebraska

Office of State Treasurer John Murante

For Immediate Release

January 21, 2020

NEST529 “Why I Want to Go to College” Writing Sweepstakes Now Open

(Lincoln) For the 18th year, Nebraska State Treasurer John Murante and the Omaha Storm Chasers will be sponsoring the “Why I Want to Go to College” writing sweepstakes, with entries due Friday, March 27, 2020.

Prizes will be awarded to 12 winners who will receive contributions to the Nebraska Educational Savings Trust (NEST) college savings accounts – including $2,000 for first place, $1,000 for second place, and $500 for third place. Three winners will be chosen from each of Nebraska’s three Congressional districts, and three winners will be chosen from outside Nebraska.

Each Nebraska winner will receive four tickets to the Sunday, May 3rd Storm Chasers game at Werner Park in Papillion at 2:05 p.m. where they will be recognized during the game.

“This event is such a highlight of just how inspiring the NEST529 program can be. It is a wonderful way to challenge students to focus on their goals, improve their writing skills, and learn the importance of saving for their education. I’m looking forward to meeting the winners and their families at Werner Park,” said State Treasurer John Murante.

Families can save for college for their children and grandchildren through NEST529, the state-sponsored 529 college savings program that allows for tax-free investments and tax-free qualified withdrawals. Nebraska account owners can qualify for up to $10,000 a year in state income tax deductions.

Students are asked to reflect on the value of education and what they hope to achieve through higher education. Entries are limited to 750 words and should be sent to Andrea Bedore, Omaha Storm Chasers, 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, NE 68046.

Information about the writing sweepstakes is available on the Treasurer’s website at www.treasurer.nebraska.gov/csp/.

About NEST 529
NEST 529 is a tax-advantaged 529 college savings plan and provides four plans to help make saving for college simple and affordable: NEST Direct College Savings Plan, NEST Advisor College Savings Plan, TD Ameritrade 529 College Savings Plan, and State Farm 529 Savings Plan. The Nebraska State Treasurer serves as Program Trustee. First National Bank of Omaha serves as Program Manager, and all investments are approved by the Nebraska Investment Council. Families nationwide are saving for college using Nebraska’s 529 College Savings Plans, which have more than 275,000 accounts, including over 89,000 in Nebraska. Visit NEST529.com and treasurer.nebraska.gov for more information.

About First National Bank of Omaha
First National Bank is a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska. First National and its affiliates have more than $21 billion in assets and 5,000 employee associates. Primary banking offices are located in Nebraska, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, South Dakota and Texas.

Investments Are Not FDIC Insured* · No Bank, State or Federal Guarantee · May Lose Value
*Except the Bank Savings Investment Option

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