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Congratulations to Norah Green, a current UNL student from Elmwood, who was selected to be part of Jacht (pronounced like yacht), UNL’s student-run advertising and public relations agency through the College of Journalism and Mass Communications.

Jacht provides students with real-world experience that extends beyond classroom instruction by giving students opportunities to work in a real advertising agency setting.

Students use their skills and knowledge to work with real clients in areas of brand strategy, graphic design, photography and videography, social content creation and strategy, and public relations.

Check out the calendar on the Elmwood Website

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Glimpse into Murdock History

Continuing with our new series to the weekly news.

During the 1950s Pastor Heim would document his home visits with parishioners by taking a photo. These are no ordinary photos, but COLOR photographs. In the 1950s this was almost unheard of then. It was cutting edge "technology". Thank you to Ramona Oehlerking for the video/images.

Many people have commented to me that Pastor Heim probably wasn't responsible for all these photos. The dates don't all match up. If anyone has any additional information I would love to hear it. All these photos were on a video presentation for I believe a church anniversary.

Here are Lydia Streich and her Mother, or maybe it's her husband's Mother...don't know her name.

Grandma and Lydia Streich

Every week I am getting emails at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. from people who are enjoying the photos. Thank you for reading and sharing with others. It's nice to know I'm not just "talking to the wind."

Remember, reader-submitted photos like this are a reason why the newsletter is interesting. You can send your Murdock photos of events, friends, and family to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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We offer two divine services: 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
The 10:30 divine service is live-streamed every Sunday via Robin Kuhlman's Facebook Page.

9:15 am - Sunday School for children and adults

10:30 am Divine Service

To Listen to last weeks Sermon Visit Pastor PodCast

Sermons are streamed on various podcasts including Spotify

Contact Pastor Kuhlman via text, email or phone call (402-867-4048 / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

2021 Memorial Day Flyer to print

Cass County VETS June Save the Date

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Tails and Tales (Summer Reading Program)

Lions and tigers and bears and . . . KIDS! The Elmwood Public Library will be hosting the Summer Reading Clubs during the month of June and this year’s theme is “Tails and Tales” (animal literature)!

The clubs will meet on Thursdays during the month of June (3, 10, 17 & 24). Little ones aged 4-7 will meet at 10:30 am. Older kids ages 8-11 will meet at 1 pm. Each session will last approximately one hour. Parental supervision is not required, as we will have some volunteer coordinators on-site to help.

Library summer reading program

We have a lot of fun things in store including presentations and live animals on-site! We’ll also get our hands dirty with some crafts and kick back with some animal crackers and watch a cartoon or two! Between all of these fun activities, we’ll discover some great animal stories and integrate them into the weekly activities. Earn tickets towards prizes by reading books and attending our meetings. Prizes will be awarded on June 24.

Advanced registration is required. Please stop by the library prior to May 31 to fill out a registration sheet and reserve a spot for your child(ren). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Library Director Anne Pope at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Elmwood Farmers Market News

VENDORS - No fee, no mandatory number of times to set up. Join our Elmwood Market Vendor group here for more details or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The KICKOFF for the 2021 Farmers Market was last Saturday!

It was a great success. People showed up early and shopped. There were new vendors and new customers that came from Lincoln, Gretna, Weeping Water, and a LOT from Eagle.

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People were excited about their gardens, not only did the Elmwood Cheerleaders sell out but the two plant vendors almost sold out too!

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There is never a reason to buy eggs in the store. We have eggs here in Elmwood! What a difference they make to your omelets too! Orange, fluffy, and oh so tasty.

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Every week there will be refreshing drinks. Tea N More launched their iced tea line and it was popular with kids and adults alike. Hot and iced Chai Lattes were available too.

We sold out of the Barn tote bags below, and the truck bags were very popular. More are on order and will be here for the May 22nd Market.

Look Look, we have Elmwood Farmers Market bags too!

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They are only $15, and two dollars from each purchase goes back to the Farmers Market for future supplies.

There is still room for MORE VENDORS - No fee, no mandatory number of times to set up. Just show up on Saturday morning about 7:30 am to get your spot and set up.

Join our Elmwood Market Vendor group here for more details or contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Bike Share in Elmwood Nebraska

What is the bike-share program? Quite simply there are five bikes available for the public to use for FREE! Yes, you heard it. Just drop into Bits and Pieces and sign one out!

In coordination with St Paul Methodist Church, United Methodist Health Fund, Hutchinson, Kansas, and Bits & Pieces five bicycles are available to check out (just like a library book) and ride around town, to the park, or on the trail.

To check out a bike, you must sign a waiver. General bike share program rules-
must show a drivers license at check out
12-17 can rent bikes with a parent at check out. Parents take full responsibility and sign a waiver for their child.
The bike is due back by the next Bits and Pieces business day. Plans are in the works to get a key dropbox. (Stay tuned.)
The condition of the bike is checked at check out and when it is checked back in
when you check out a bike you are responsible for the bike. Any damage will result in a fee.
failure to return the bike by the due date will result in the suspension of your ability to check out bikes.
No holds/reservations on bikes will be allowed
We do not provide helmets. You can bring your own helmet to use while riding the bike.
Have fun!!!!

Funding for this project was provided in part by the United Methodist Health Fund, Hutchinson, Kansas.💗 About 30 people attended the official ribbon cutting on April 12th and I was even the first person to check out a bike. It's easy and once you are registered you just add the next date and time to the notebook.

Elmwood St. Paul UMC Cass County Food Bank

There is a new location for the Cass County Food Bank.

They have a new space at the previous Village Board building!

Parking is improved and there is now more space and room for freezers, food storage, and a permanent distribution site. Please let people know about the new location who could use this service.

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You are invited to be the first to see the new Wedding Exhibit. Over 20 dresses and other wedding accessories have been beautifully incorporated into Mrs. Aldrich's 1922 Prairie Mansion. The dresses range from 1867 to the present day.

The Wedding Exhibit continues until August 29
Wed., Thurs., Saturday, Sunday or by appointment, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Come join the fun!

Aldrich Writing Camp 2021

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Louisville Food Pantry
OPEN: every Thursday, 6:00-7:00pm
LOCATION: 304 Main Street, Louisville

Please come and pick up what you need for your household or a friend’s.
We have canned goods, boxed meals, breakfast items, frozen meats, bread, eggs, baking ingredients, cleaning supplies, personal care items, diapers, and wipes.

2021 HHW events

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Dan Witte, PT, DPT, OCS
Witte Physical Therapy

Louisville Clinic
1268 E Henry St Ste 1
PO Box 68
Louisville, NE 68037
phone: 402.234.3333
fax: 844.272.6479

Plattsmouth Clinic
205 S 23rd St Ste 1
Plattsmouth, NE 68048
phone: 402.298.4747
fax: 844.272.6479

Hooper Clinic
111 Main St
Hooper, NE 68031
phone: 402.654.2121
fax: 844.272.6479
www.wittephysicaltherapy.com

WSC String Ensemble Presents A Night at the Movies Musical Montage

WAYNE, Neb. (April 12, 2021) – The Wayne State College String Ensemble presents A Night at the Movies musical montage Friday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Ramsey Theatre. The concert is free and open to the public and will also be live-streamed.

To view the live stream, go to www.wsc.edu/watch-live. The program is accessible by selecting the event from the Music Events list at www.wsc.edu/music. If patrons are exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19, they should remain at home and watch the live-streamed performance.

Repertoire includes the heroic theme from The Avengers, the somber beauty of The Pacific from the miniseries, the charming Zoosters Breakout from Madagascar, the haunting The Ludlows from Legends of the Fall, and the intense Pirates of the Caribbean from the blockbuster movie. The String Ensemble is directed by Adjunct Professor Jordyn Irlmeier.

For more information, contact the WSC Department of Music at (402) 375-7359.

Wayne State College, a leading, public four-year college in northeast Nebraska, is a proud member of the Nebraska State College System.

Angie Steffen

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Fear and Division Examined in WSC Theatre Production of The Crucible

WAYNE, Neb. (April 12, 2021) – The Wayne State College Theatre Program presented The Crucible, a poignant play about the 1692 Salem witch trials, April 8-11 in the Black Box Theatre. Due to COVID-19 safety requirements and venue limitations, audience size was limited.

The Crucible cast members included Jack Ryan Osnes, Jaci Torres, and Sammie Henery of Wayne; Sophie Pascoe of Porirua, New Zealand; Amanda Stuhr of Bellwood; Zach Chromy and Katelynn Stodieck of Schuyler; Caleb Cohen of Missouri Valley, Iowa; Trystan Bennett and Shayla Bennett of Palmer; Miranda Trowbridge of Murdock; Noah Miller and Margaret Coughlin of Omaha; Collin Hain and Anthony Scribner and Elizabeth Aschoff of David City; Avery (Audrey) Partida of Ord; Skyler Stefanski of Lincoln; Nathan Huff of Yankton, S.D.; Cameron Turner and Alycia Gage of York; Daniel Oldenkamp of Sioux City, Iowa; Michaela Timmerman of Wausa; Monserrat Huitron Horta of Columbus; Reagan Connelly of Auburn; Amber Adams of Fremont; Aby Lowther of Wahoo; and Jo (Rebecca) Adams of North Bend.

The Crucible explores the dark side of humanity, examining how fear divides communities, manipulates perceptions, and emboldens intolerance. Set in Puritan New England, the drama begins when a covey of young women falsely accuses others of witchcraft. Hysteria swells beyond the allegations, fueled by revenge, power, and moral authority. Soon 200 villagers are arrested and 19 are sentenced to death. To escape execution, the accused must confess. John Proctor, a simple farmer whose life is shattered by the charges, chooses dignity and truth. Refusing to confess, he is condemned to the gallows.

Written by Arthur Miller in 1953, The Crucible is symbolic of McCarthyism. From 1950 to 1954, Senator Joseph McCarthy wrongly accused many Americans of belonging to or sympathizing with the Communist Party. The paranoia was originally aimed at government employees, but soon spilled into Americans of every vocation. Screenwriters, directors, and actors were blacklisted, unable to find work or launch productions. McCarthyism was an American crucible, a test of justice and freedom.

Rusty Ruth, assistant professor of theatre/communications, directed the three-hour production. Myah Gibney of Fremont acted as assistant director and choreographer. MJ Waterhouse of Spirit Lake, Iowa served as stage manager. Costumes were designed by Anna Kruger of Wayne. Brian Begley, assistant professor of communication arts, acted as scenic/lighting design director and choreographer. The production team included Tessa Masek and Tyler Masek of Wahoo; Laynee Merrill of Trenton; Skyler Stefanski; Jadyn Keller of Humphrey; Miranda Holcomb of Lincoln; Brandon Dorsey of Bancroft; Braden Kern of Ashland, M.J. Waterhouse; Erin Beckman of Elgin; Jaci Torres of Wayne; Hunter Rumery of Cook; Jason Franklin of York; Priscilla Winklaar of Willemstad, Curaçao; Samantha Buffington of Norfolk; Kiara Clark of Kearney and adjunct professor Mollie Young’s Intro to Theatre classes.

Prior to production, the WSC Theatre Program outlined proactive steps to protect students while offering a meaningful learning experience. Actors performed with masks and at a safe distance from viewers who were also masked and socially distanced.

For more information, contact Rusty Ruth at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Wayne State College, a leading, public four-year college in northeast Nebraska, is a proud member of the Nebraska State College System.

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Demolition of the old railroad bridge on Highway 1 in Murray started March 1st. One lane traffic is being electronically controlled, so please be patient at the lights when waiting, then driving through. Work is expected to continue through the summer months, so plan your travel accordingly. Be careful, watch for workers and machinery and make safety the priority.