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It's County Fair TIME!!
For the first time in more than 25 years, I will be gone during the county fair and NOT able to attend. It's been a fixture in my summer since I worked for the Greenwood Co-op way back in the early 1990's.
Bet you didn't know I used to work in the feed Department as a Livestock Production Specialist, that is how I originally came to the live in Murdock.I'm not even entering anything this year, not even photography.
I have entered enter herbs, flowers, photography and my kids entered in the open class division for many years. But this year I didn't enter anything, not even photography.
I will be out of town the majority of the week and will miss the fair. It's going to seem very strange. So...
I need your help. Please send me photos and Elmwood-Murdock news from the fair.
Did your son or daughter win a Grand Champion ribbon, send me a photo. Did you take a video of the talent show, the hog show, the bucket calf show and post it to YouTube? Send me a link to
Cass County Fair News
It's Time for the County Fair and BBQ
Good Eating, recognizing the talents of our community and contributing to a good cause. All in the name of BBQ.
Do you make Great BBQ??? Find out how to enter HERE
Just want to eat Great BBQ and vote on your Favorite Learn More HERE
Categories · Ribs· Pulled Pork· Wings
All categories have 1-3 place prices
1st Place $200.00
2nd Place $150.00
3rd Place $100.00
Want to eat it, not make it? No need to stand in line! pre-sale meal tickets available at
Fair Office 9:00 am-5:00 pm the week of the fair.
Quilt Raffle: Last year's special block contest was for quilt blocks using the colors of the Olympics since it was an Olympic year. The blocks were then made into a quilt to be raffled off at this year's county fair. Besides the blocks from the contest, there are 7 blocks which were signed by 2016 Olympic athletes who had Nebraska ties.
Tickets will be for sale at the Fair Expo Building between August 8 and August 12, drawing to occur at 8:00 pm the evening of August 12 in the Expo Building.One does not need to be there. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.
If someone wants to buy tickets ahead of the fair, call Ramona Oehlerking at 402-429-8585. May have to leave a message.
Be aware that this year's contest (and next year's raffle quilt) is for 12 1/2" blocks of true blue and white. 2018 fair requirements will be 12 1/2" block of autumn colors.
The Elmwood Murdock Spirit Squad is holding a fundraiser through Sept 2nd. Please contact any member of the Spirit Squad or Coach Casey Clements at
We will have a booth set up at the FB and VB Scrimmages on Friday, August 18th and at the first home FB game on Friday, Sept 1st. The only item no longer available is the handle for the 30oz cup. The "Yeti" style stainless steel cups are available with Elmwood Murdock Knights on the side or blank if you have friends or family that would prefer the cups to be blank.
We will also have Elmwood Murdock Sports/Groups window clings available! We have them available for Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Golf, Track, Cross Country, Music, One Act, and Cheer. The clings will be on display at the FB and VB scrimmage as well as the first home football game.
They will have EM Knights across the top and you will be able to personalize what you want them to say along the bottom. All window clings are available for $10 each. Sale goes through Sept 2nd.
FCCLA Public Service Announcement
Aug 17, 20176:30 - 8:00
Bryan East Campus Room: Plaza Conference Center
1500 S. 48th St.Lincoln
A free class presented by Alice Henneman, Extension Educator, RDN.
Learn how to use a few simple tips and techniques with a variety of ingredients to fix healthy meals in a hurry.
Thanks to Lisa Hynes, a registered dietician and FACS Teacher for this update. Lisa is also the FCCLA Advisor at Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools.
"FCCLA is a career and technical student organization that functions as an integral part of the Family and Consumer Sciences education curriculum and operates within the school system, and it provides opportunities for active student participation at local, state, and national levels."
To learn more about FCCLA, it's mission and purpose please visit their national website.
Sunday Schedule
9:15 Sunday School & Bible Class
10:30 am Divine Service
Listen to the weekly sermon anytime at Pastor Brent Kuhlman's Blog
Murdock United Methodist Church
Worship Time: 9:30 am Sunday
Children's Sunday School: 9:55-10:30
(dismissed from worship following the "Children's Chat")
Murdock Business Space for Rent
Over 1900 square ft available. This space can work for just about any business type. 3 separate entrances, ADA Compliant, a patio area, bar/counter, kitchen area, men's and women's bathrooms, and a modern fire/sprinkler system to meet today's codes. Affordable rent, based on the term of lease and business type. Please share and let's find another business for Murdock!
HOW TO SUBMIT ARTICLES TO THIS NEWSLETTER...
Below is a list of categories that we are happy to post, (at NO COST to you!), in the weekly Murdock online newsletter:
Weddings
Engagements
Anniversary
Births
Letters to the Editor
Birthday Greeting
Upcoming Events
Cards of Thanks
Lost and Found
Obituaries
Recipes
Photos
and So Much More!
That's right! These are all items that can appear FREE of CHARGE in each Wednesday's Murdock 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 preceding MONDAY.
There are 2 ways you can submit your articles:
1) You may call your information to 402-669-8616 and leave a voice mail with your name and phone number.
2) Email your story with your name, contact info and story, (in plain text) to:
Send photos in .jpg format, no larger than 600 pixels wide e-mail address above with your story in plain text.
Remember to include 'who, what, when, where and why', along with any other helpful details, such as a contact person and phone.
Again, you must have your name and contact information included with the information.
Thanks for helping to keep YOUR Murdock Newsletter fresh and up-to-date!
Elmwood-Murdock Community News
ECLIPSE 2017!!!
(Sponsored by the Elmwood Library)
On Monday, August 21st at approximately 11:25 AM we will find ourselves on the edge of a rare celestial event, a total eclipse of the sun.
This is unique because it will travel through the United States from Salem, Oregon to Charleston South Carolina, dissecting Nebraska from Alliance in the Northwest corner to Falls City in the Southeast tip of the state.
Elmwood is located approximately 4 miles north of the “path of totality”. We will be able to see an eclipse where the moon will almost cover the sun completely.Elmwood Public Library is working with The Elmwood-Murdock School’s science teacher, Laura Stock, to give you the very best information and view-ability possible in our area.
We are planning two events which you and your family can have some hands-on activities to help make these events extra special.
Attend our “Solar Eclipse-2017 Family Night” informational activity at Elmwood Public Library
Monday, August 14th 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Elmwood-Murdock Elementary School
Delve into the “facts & fiction” regarding the eclipse.
(There will be crafts and activities for children at both events)
Monday, August 21st 11:00 am - 12:00 noon
Join us at the Library on Monday, August 21st for the “Viewing Party”!
We are still working out the details so please keep checking in for further information!
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St. Paul United Methodist Church
Son-Shine Child Care Center
400 West G St, Elmwood, NE 68239
Contact Abbey or Megan at:
Time for the 14th Annual Ice Cream Social
Sponsored by the Elmwood American Legion Post 247
Sunday, August 20th, 2017
6:30- 8:00 pm
Battlefields to Ballfields
Battlefields to Ballfields – A program that provides scholarships to veterans who return from defending our country with an opportunity to get integrated back into their community through officiating. It offers training and equipment scholarships for veterans to become sports officials. Learn more at: https://www.battlefields2ballfields.org.
Husker Fans Salute the Troops 2017
Husker Fans Salute the Troops 2017 – The mission is to salute Nebraska Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines: active duty, national guard, reserve, retired and veterans, to say “Thank you for your service to our Nation” so they know the Husker Nation will never forget their sacrifice and dedication.
This is an unprecedented event in the history of military support to the Armed Forces. This weekend hosts troops and their families from all services, of all ranks, to come together and cheer on their team as they play Purdue on October 28th, 2017.
This weekend is more than just a watch party, though. It is a chance for these servicemen and women to be treated like the heroes they are with an all access, private tour of Memorial Stadium and a brunch in their honor.
2017 marks the tenth year for this event. 2008 was the first year held during the OU game and attended by about 70 troopers and their families. Since then we have had to limit our attendance as it has grown to nearly 500 attendees. Each year we try to improve the troopers experience and being our tenth year we are expecting this to be the best.
Registration for the 10th annual Husker Fans Salute the Troops is now open to first-time attendees --http://www.huskersalute.org/.
Nates Produce Now at the Elmwood Convenience Store
Fresh Corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, zucchini, and even herbs (basil, mint)
Saturdays from 8:00 am - 11:00 am
MARK YOU CALENDARS!!! LEAVE YOUR SCHEDULE OPEN!!
September 10, 2017 1:00 pm
The Elmwood Rescue Squad is hosting their 3rd Annual Bubble Soccer Fundraiser!
We are hoping to make this year our biggest and best year yet!
Must register in advance- spots fill up fast!
Registration Fee - $125 per team.
Teams of 5 players
Registration includes 2 10 Minute Matches, T-Shirt, and Water Bottle.
Must be 16 years or older to play. Between the ages of 16-18, parents must sign the release form.
Check in starts at Noon **All team members must be present to check in**
Games starts at 1 pm
Will be at the Elmwood Park in Elmwood Nebraska
Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams.
For a registration form
Food will also be available for purchase.
Bits and Pieces 402-994-5755
75% of the sales on August 13th will go directly to the Elmwood Volunteer Rescue Squad
Submit Your Stories and NEWS
This is a reminder to PLEASE email me upcoming news and events. Or, if you happen to see an event happening, or something fun going on in Elmwood, take a photo and email it to
Area News and Events
Greenwood Fun Days
Saturday, August 19, 2017
Car Show, Crafts, Games and Fun for everyone
Flea Market, and Parade that starts at 11:00 am
Eagle Farmers Market
Thursdays at the Community Park
Starting June 1st 4:00 -6:30 pm
Garden Produce, Baked Goods, Crafts
There is room for more vendors.
If you're interested please call or text Trisha at 402.890.1786
Private Music Lessons Available in The Old Avoca Schoolhouse
Discover your inner musician with Greenblatt & Seay in The Old Avoca Schoolhouse! Lessons are tailored to the needs of the individual student and can include playing by ear, reading music, jamming, performing, and recording. Greenblatt & Seay have been teaching folks of all ages how to play (violin, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, recorders, penny whistles, harmonicas, banjo, dulcimer, etc.) for over 30 years.
For more information, contact
Cass Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Cass Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) is currently recruiting CASA advocates to speak up for the best interest of abused and neglected children in Cass County.
The next training session is scheduled to begin October 1 and will run for five weeks. The training consists of 15 hours of online training and 15 hours of in-person training. We are also seeking male volunteers for this class as over 60% of our CASA children are males. If you are interested, please contact Debbie Green at (402) 296-9521; email
If you are interested, please contact Debbie Green at (402) 296-9521; email
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