Elmwood Nebraska News - November 2, 2022

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 Mandatory Water Restrictions for residents that reside in Elmwood Village limits. Effective Immediately!

Odd addresses can water Monday & Thursday Even addresses can water Tuesday & Friday

If you are caught watering on a day that isn't your specified day you will be fined $50 for breaking the mandatory water restrictions. This will be in effect until further notice. 

Halloween and Fall in Elmwood

It was the PERFECT weather last weekend and I hope everyone took the opportunity to get outside. Trick or Treaters had the best weather in years. Didn't have to wear coats and there was no wind!

One Act Fundraiser

Saturday November 19, 2022

Matinee 3:30 pm 

Dinner and Show 6:30 pm 

Reservations required by Nov 11th

*The 3:30 Matinee is Open to the Public and there will be a Free Will Offering. We are asking that you exit the gym as soon as the performance is over so that we can prepare for the second show. You may visit our commons area if you would like.

*The 6:30 Dinner and Show is by Reservation only. Reservations must be made by Nov. 11 and we are asking that you prepay before the day of the show to the High School Office. Prepaying allows us to get people seated more quickly upon arrival.

*You can make reservations one of three ways. Call Michelle Meyer at the High School 402-867-2341 or text her personal cell 402-310-9222 or you can send an email to knightsoneact@gmail.com. A confirmation email will be sent when we process your request for reservations.

*The dinner will be Roasted Beef Medallions, Mashed Potatoes, and Gravy, Green Beans, and Roll that is catered by Round The Bend. Dessert is being provided by Cupcakes and More by Becky.

Find the information on their official website, Facebook page, or Twitter account.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

Elementary School in Elmwood: Renovated and expanded kitchen to allow for food to be cooked at the elementary school; replacement of existing playground and surfacing (not including the preschool playground). Junior/Senior High School in Murdock: Purchase of land; 8-lane track, new career and technical education classroom and workspace; new competition gym and supporting spaces.

Elmwood Rescue Squad Recruiting

We are actively recruiting individuals to join our active EMS department! Requirements to Join? 18 years or older and live within the Elmwood Rescue District (photo attached).
We are hosting an EMT class coming up in January right here at the Elmwood Fire Station.

Flyer is attached below for the details.
We offer a ride-along program. This allows you to ride along with the ambulance to see what we do as EMS professionals.

We also provide tuition reimbursement after completion of the EMT class and once you get your state EMT license.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us!

Below is the service area for the Elmwood Rescue 

**This EMT class is open to anyone who wants to obtain their EMT**

Col. Tom Brewer 2022 Trip to Ukraine

During the summer of 2022, The Philson family from Elmwood helped Tom connect with a translator and local driver. Noah Philsonwas already in the Ukraine and took the responsibility of logistics, housing, supplies, and food. This allowed Col. Brewer to concentrate on the mission of meeting with government officials, hospitals, and organizations. I

t was a mission of information, to learn what the people of Ukraine needed and how could the people of the United States help the most. 

State Sen. Tom Brewer returns from Ukraine - WOWT Channel 6

State Sen. Tom Brewer in Ukraine - News Channel 7

Brewer: Why I went to Ukraine- The North Platte Telegraph 

 Nebraska Sen. Brewer headed back to Ukraine, this time to take Bibles, evacuate elderly- Nebraska Examiner

Humanitarian mission taking Nebraska senator back to Ukraine - KETV Channel 7

Back to Ukraine: Nebraska senator to evacuate civilians, lend aid - WOWT Channel 6

Col. Brew Explains Why he's going back to Ukraine - KFAB iHeart Radio

Nebraska senator returning to Ukraine on humanitarian mission - Beharinews.com 

204 East F Street.

1:00 to 4:00 pm  Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday Through October 

The Stitch-in-Time Quilt Show at the Bess Streeter Aldrich House

 Bike Riders in Elmwood

Last Friday when I went into the Quonset for Fish Dinner three "happy" bicyclists came in to eat and have some fun. They were dropped off in Omaha that morning and were making their way to Lincoln. Their goal? To stop at the small-town bars, and restaurants along the way, play some Keno and have some fun. They did have fun and left some smiles at the Quonset on their departure. Their next stop was Eagle, where they would spend more money. 

These were not "professional cyclists, as apparent by their understanding of what a "brown stripe on your shirt" meant. They also were not wearing the "serious amateur" or professional spandex shorts or shoes. But, they were people who bring revenue into Elmwood because of the MoPac trail. 

The guy on the left had TWO flat tires during the trip. As a joke, they called out to another cyclist about if he had a spare tire, AND he DID! They were shocked by his kindness and willingness just to give him his spare. 

This made me think about the proposed BIKE STATION at the park near the bike racks. It would have an air hose, a rack for doing minor bike repairs, and attached common tools. 

I can't remember who proposed this, but I can imagine an information sign on the trail with an arrow to the station, park, and town. Then maybe even an information sign about Elmwood places to eat, shop, and visit. It could be one of those plexiglass insert signage that could be changed out for the seasons with an 8.5 x 11 flyer. 

The Pie Ride will return next summer, I hope, as it was a great way to highlight our town and bring return visitors, who, YES, will spend money. These guys had heard great things about the Pie Ride in biker circles but had never had a chance to participate.

Elmwood Library Working to Improve Access

Please say that we received a generous donation from American Exchange Bank and also received a $3,000 grant from

Midlands Community Foundation. We hope that the project will be completed before the snow flies!

The Elmwood Library has identified a need in the community and is working to fulfill it. With an increased number of patrons in the community with mobility issues, the library board has decided to install an automated handicap door. Library Director Anne Pope said, “Currently if someone needs assistance to get into the library, they have to get the attention of a staff member to help hold the door. If we’re working in the back, or helping someone on a computer, employees might not immediately see that person needing help at the entrance. It makes us feel terrible to think that those persons have just as much right to utilize public space, but are dependent upon us to do so.”

“The monetary gifts that we’ve received so far were completely unsolicited,” said Mrs. Pope. “These groups heard we were working to make their library more accessible to people who have special needs. They came up to me and asked, ‘How can we help?’ It’s been amazing!”

If you or your organization would like to contribute to the project, the Elmwood Public Library is accepting donations. They can be reached at 402-994-4125 or by email at elmwoodlibrary@outlook.com. They the new doors can be installed this fall.

 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  

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

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 Elmwood Nebraska Bike Share

The Bike Share program has started back up again.

Anyone wanting to borrow a bike can sign one out during Bits and Pieces business hours. 

Village Updates

 Village Board Meeting

Board meetings are open to the public and are held every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the 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.

ELMWOOD VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES

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  - 4:00 pm

Friday CLOSED 

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 located between Hufstader Chiropractor, the Elmwood Meat Market, and the Village Hall.  

NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS

Online services are available on their Facebook page.

We are currently serving hard ice cream in dishes.
we have 8 different flavors to choose from.

Elmwood C Store
402-994-3305

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 Louisville Food Pantry

OPEN: every Thursday, 6:00-7:00 pm
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. 

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