Elmwood Nebraska News - March 26, 2025
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Local Student Makes History by Qualifying for FCCLA National Leadership Conference
By Kate Stock & Erin Hynes
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a student organization that helps young people develop leadership skills, prepare for careers, and make a difference in their communities. One of the most exciting parts of FCCLA is the STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) events, where members compete in different categories to showcase their talents and hard work.
One type of competition is the Online STAR Events, where students create and submit digital projects. The Chapter Website STAR Event challenges members to design a website highlighting their school’s FCCLA chapter, including its activities, goals, and achievements.
This year, Quinn Ross made history by becoming the first student in Elmwood-Murdock FCCLA Chapter history to qualify for the FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) in the Chapter Website STAR Event! Their website stood out for its creativity, design, and detailed information, earning them a spot in the national competition.
The National Leadership Conference will take place this summer in Orlando, FL, where students from all over the country will gather to compete, learn, and grow as leaders. We are incredibly proud of Quinn for this amazing accomplishment and wish her the best of luck at NLC!
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Elmwood-Murdock Knights Youth Girls Basketball
Camp registration is now open.
Open to girls going into grades 3-7 (fall of 2025) no matter what skill level.
June 2-4 from 1:30 pm - 3:30 am. Cost $45 w/ camp t-shirt.
Teaching fundamental skills, drills, and games.
Registration form can be downloaded at
https://5il.co/3av24
Email pdwyer@emknights.org or call (402) 867-2341
for more information.
ELMWOOD-MURDOCK SCHOOL WEBSITE
Elmwood-Murdock Public Schools State of Schools Report 2023-2024.pdf
Elmwood Library Hours
Monday: 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Easy Library Links
Online Card Catalog https://elmwoodpubliclibrary.follettdestiny.com/
Libby Library App https://help.libbyapp.com/index.htm
Elmwood Rescue Squad Needs More Team Members
Is this you? CLICK HERE to fill out an inquiry form and learn more.
Ash Wednesday Services 7 pm at Elmwood Christian Church on March 5.
Sunday School 9:00 am September-May
Morning Worship 10:00 am
Live on Elmwood Christian Church's Facebook Page.
Pastor: Mark L. Sewell
Ash Wednesday Services 7 pm at Elmwood Christian Church on March 5.
Maundy Thursday services 7 pm APRIL 17 at Murdock Methodist Church
Good Friday services 7 pm APRIL 18 at Elmwood Methodist Church.
Online services are available on their Facebook page.
400 West G Street, Elmwood, NE 68349
Pastor Michelle Chesnut
Cell Phone 402-314-7988 Church Phone: 402-994-6735 Daycare phone is 402-994-2384.
E-mail: stpaulelmwood@gmail.com Website: elmwoodmurdockumc.com
Effective 5/2/2024, the Village Board of Elmwood is implementing
Updated water restrictions to better manage our water resources.
Watering Schedule:
Odd Number Addresses: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Even Number Addresses: Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
We understand that these restrictions may pose an inconvenience, but it's crucial that we collectively contribute to conserving and safeguarding our water sources.
These restrictions specifically apply to using water on grass/lawns via sprinklers and/or underground sprinkler systems. All other types of water usage are permitted.
Penalties for Non-Compliance:
1st Offense: Written Warning
2nd Offense: $150 fine
3rd Offense: $300 fine
4th Offense: Water shutoff
These restrictions will remain in effect until further notice.
For any inquiries or concerns, please contact the village office at 402-994-6705.
Sincerely,
Village Clerk
On behalf of the Village Board
5/2/2024
Public Notices for Elmwood Nebraska can now be viewed online at Voice News Nebraska
Elmwood Village Board Meetings are ONCE a month on the FIRST Wednesday of every month.
The meetings are held at the new Village Board office located at the Learning Center on the south side of town.
Official agendas are posted the day before at the Post Office, Gas Station, and Village Office. Prior to the posting of the agenda, meeting items can be added to the meeting. At the end of each meeting is a Public Comment Section. Attendees have three minutes to speak about anything at this time. Further discussion on the topic can then be added to the next board meeting.
The agenda is posted at the Elmwood C-Store, the post office, and the Village office.
Minutes can be viewed at the Village office or can be found online.
Wouldn't it be amazing if the board meetings were FULL every time? This is your opportunity to be involved, be "in the know" and learn how to influence how your community grows, how improvements can be made, and how you can participate in the steps needed to MAKE IT HAPPEN.
Village Office Hours
Monday - Thursday
8 am - 12:00 pm
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Friday CLOSED
SAVE THESE DATES!
Make this contribution and you'll sleep well knowing that you've given of yourself to improve, or perhaps even save, another person's life.
Confirm days and times and learn more HERE.
Elmwood-Murdock Area
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Elmwood-Murdock High School 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Elmwood Fire Hall 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cass County Area
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Take It Or Leave It Pantry
The free pantry is here to serve our community. It is for neighbors helping neighbors. Take what you need or leave what you can.
Elmwood #LittleFreePantry
The Little Free Pantry is between Hufstader Chiropractor and the Elmwood Meat Market
NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS

Hollywood, Nebraska by Kenneth Jones
Production Dates: March , 27, 28, 29, 30
Show Times: 7:00 PM Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 2:00 PM Sundays
Shows start at 7 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and 2 PM on Sundays. The concession stand will open one hour before the show starts, and the house will be open for seating at this time
Tickets: $25 lofte.org
Manley, Neb. - The Lofte Community Theatre will open Hollywood, Nebraska March 21st, 2024. The show will run through March 30th with performances Thursday through Sunday, with Sunday performances at 2 PM. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling the Lofte Box Office, by phone at 402-234-2553, or by visiting www.lofte.org.
Synopsis: Two forty-something actresses have returned to their dying hometown in the Great Plains of Nebraska. TV star Jane is in from Los Angeles to check on her ailing mother. Stage actress Andrea is back from New York City to bury her father. Can childhood friends overcome past hurts to find hope in a place they left behind? Fall in love with a new American comedy about the urge to be creative, the itch to move away and the power of coming home.
Our production of Hollywood, Nebraska will be a Nebraska premiere!
We suggest PG13
Directed By: Kevin Colbert
About The Lofte Community Theatre: The Lofte Community Theatre is located in Manley Nebraska, approximately 25 minutes south of Omaha. The theatre, a new post-and-beam style performing arts facility can seat approximately 330 patrons for each performance. Actors and audience members enjoy a beautiful climate-controlled venue year-round with concessions offered.
For more information contact Natalie McGovern at pr@lofte.org or (402) 671-9379.es.
Please email dan@wittephysicaltherapy.com and attach your nominations or use the following Google form to submit your nominations:
Please email dan@wittephysicaltherapy.com and attach your nominations or use the following Google form to submit your nominations:
Manley Pillage the Village
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