Elmwood Nebraska News - May 6, 2026

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ANNIE BACKEMEYER

ELMWOOD MURDOCK HIGH SCHOOL

This week our Student of the Week Winner is Annie Backemeyer. She is a senior at Elmwood
Murdock High School. Her activities include volleyball, basketball, track, FBLA, student council,
and journalism. Her parents are Jeff and Lindsey Backemeyer.
She was nominated for these reasons:
- She is an outstanding academic student who has earned Academic All State awards
in volleyball, basketball, and track
- She is hardworking, dependable, and positive student who leads by example and
represents EMHS in an outstanding way
- She is a leader in several activities include a volleyball captain for 3 years, a
basketball captain for 2 years, and FBLA president
- She has earned countless conference, district, and state honors in all of her athletic
and extracurricular activities

Annie, Jeff, and Lindsey are invited to stop by one of our clinics in Louisville or
Plattsmouth, or email (dan@wittephysicaltherapy.com) to claim their Witte
Physical Therapy swag! A Student of the Week award will be delivered to their
school!

The is last Student of the Week award for the 2025/2026 school year!

Congrats to this week's winner!
We are taking nominations for our next winner to be announced on 4/1/26.

Libby Library App https://help.libbyapp.com/index.htm  

The Elmwood Community Center Seeks Help
The Elmwood Community Center is more than just a building—it’s the heart of our town! From serving home-cooked meals to hosting reunions and providing a space for neighbors to connect, it’s a vital lifeline for Elmwood and Eagle.

While we’ve recently updated the kitchen and flooring, our next big goal is replacing our drafty windows and front door to keep the cold out. ❄️

We’re halfway there!
The Elmwood Community Center Board has secured $8,000 in grants, but we still need $8,500 to reach our $16,500 goal.

How you can help:
✅ Attend our upcoming fundraising events.
✅ Book the Center for your next party or meeting.
✅ Donate directly to help us close the gap!

Every bit helps keep our Center warm and welcoming. Contact Karla Snoozy at (402)994-2145 or (402)304-5766 if you have questions or want to help.
Thank you for your support! 

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/  

Elmwood Rescue Squad Needs More Team Members

Is this you?  CLICK HERE to fill out an inquiry form and learn more.  

  Village Updates

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

Area News    

Making God Laugh by Sean Grennan

Production Dates: May 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10

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 Making God Laugh May 1st. The show will run through May 10th 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: Making God Laugh follows one typical American family over the course of thirty years' worth of holidays. Starting in 1980, Ruthie and Bill's grown children -- a priest, an aspiring actress, and a former football star -- all return home, where we learn of their plans and dreams as they embark on their adult lives. The empty-nester parents contend with their own changes, too, as old family rituals are trotted out and ancient tensions flare up. As time passes, the family discovers that, despite what we may have in mind, we often arrive at unexpected destinations.

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.

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SOMETIMES WE JUST NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO
Hope & Healing Program

Removing Financial Barriers to Mental Health Care
https://www.bethelight402.org

Be the Light, Hope & Healing is a financial assistance program designed to ensure individuals and families can access professional mental health therapy — regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

Who We Are:
Be the Light, Hope & Healing is a program operated by Be the Light, Speak Up, Speak Out, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Our mission is simple: To ensure that cost does not prevent someone from receiving mental health support.

Who We Serve:
• Uninsured or underinsured
• High insurance deductibles
• Unemployed individuals
• Minors in need of therapy
• Experiencing financial hardship
Cost to the Client
• $20 per session (employed)
• $10 per session (unemployed/minor)
• No surprise bills
How the Program Works
• Apply online
• Connected to provider
• Initial visit covered
• Therapy plan created
• Sessions authorized

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We're a locally owned and operated HVAC company built on something simple: doing quality work and treating customers right.
Text or call us at 402-739-9959 or email us at alliedheatingandcoolingllc@gmail.com

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Check out new website at www.happypawsplattsmouth.org

And download foster application!

Happy Paws Plattsmouth is a volunteer-powered 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving Cass, Sarpy, and Douglas Counties
with one mission: to transform the lives of animals in need while enriching the families who welcome them home.

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