Springfield Wednesday Newsletter - April 22nd
Welcome Back
Hey Springfield, hope you’ve noticed we are in full bloom, and with that, the town is also buzzing and active. Happy Earth Day if you’re reading this today, April 22, 2026.
We want to remind you that you can do a quick cleanup at home and bring your household junk to the Community Clean-Up Day. This Saturday, it’s Community Clean-Up Day. Take a moment to look over the list of what is accepted and what is not before you come.
This Saturday—it’s Community Clean-Up Day!
Community alert from the Springfield Volunteer Fire Department.
All units and neighbors, mark your calendars: This Saturday, April 25, 1700–1900 hours.
Drive-thru hamburger feed in operation—hand-pressed grilled burgers, chips, and dessert.
Free will donations accepted.
Support the crew that answers the call—over and out.
Pickleball at the Community Building
Tuesdays & Thursdays
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Spots are limited, so you’ll need to reserve a one-hour time slot in advance. Participants must be 19 or older, and registration requires a Facility Use Agreement, liability waiver, and ID copy.
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2026 Farmers Market!
June 28
July 26
August 23
September 27
Fresh garden food, market finds, and Springfield favorites—just a few weeks away!
Mark your calendars, Springfield.
Vendors are gearing up for another great season, and there’s still room for more.
If you’re interested, consider signing up to be a vendor. Let’s make it a strong community turnout, support local, connect with familiar faces, and enjoy the day together.
Join us at the VFW (13600 Pflug Rd). Spread the word.
More opportunities are coming this season in Springfield.
More opportunities in Springfield!
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Your chance to help out with the Duck race!
Cookie and Cards
Story Time
Senior Club
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Check it out.
Check it out!
Omaha Children's Museum!
Pays to have a library card!
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SAVE THE DATE
If you’d like to be included on the Garage Sale List, please contact City Hall or email Andi at
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8E60QPqktxdwz9DPsToPwiwtLLzgil97EtObI4LEK6Sbrbg/viewform
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Westmont Elementary
Teacher In-Service Day School will not be in session on Friday, April 24 for a teacher in-service day. School will resume on Monday, April 27 @ 9:10 a.m.
Kindergarten 2026-2027
Parent meeting- Thursday, April 16 at 6 p.m.
Kindergarten Round Up - Friday, April 17.
Letters were emailed out this week inviting your child to round up. Please let me know if
you did not receive yours.
In order for your child to start school on Aug. 12, a birth certificate, immunization record,
and a physical will need to be on file at school. The physical must be within 6 months of the
start of school. If you have any questions, please contact the office at 402-895-9602.
Year End Activities Listed below
Many of these activities may require a sack lunch—your child’s teacher will provide details. Please note this is not a complete list and will be updated as needed.
April 15 – 4th Grade Field Trip (Platte River State Park)
April 16 – Incoming Kindergarten Parent Meeting, 6 PM
April 17 – Kindergarten Round Up
April 17 – No School for Current Kindergarten Students
April 17 – 5th Grade Field Trip (Mahoney State Park)
April 22–23 – 6th Grade Outdoor Education
April 24 – No School (Teacher Inservice)
April 28 – Community Choir to Werner Park, 11 AM
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Springfield Elementary
https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/261153710057/false#/invitation
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Platteview Central Junior High
Summer camps are here! View details and register here: https://www.gobound.com/ne/schools/platteview/camps
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Platteview High School
Huge shoutout to the Platteview High School staff — y’all absolutely crushed it Looks like Disco Night/Prom 2026 was next level amazing!
Back by popular demand, PHSDT’s 2nd Annual Daddy Daughter Dance is here. Join us for an evening of music, dancing, games, crafts, and more. Sign up using the link below. Payment of cash or check is due at the door. https://forms.gle/gWkqH28BqHz2emPs6 We look forward to dancing with you.
Driver’s Ed Update – Platteview Families
Platteview High School runs Driver’s Education Fall and Winter. However, students still have great options!
Summer Driver’s Ed classes are at the following schools: Registration = May 13th
- Monarch
- Titan
- Gretna
- Gretna East
- Bennington
- Weeping Water
- Plattsmouth High School, Registration opens May 13
Siign up at https://www.esu3.org/DE/Home Scrolll all the way down and Select your preferred school, Complete registration. Please share this with parents and students who may be interested!
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Take a minute and check out www.thetrojanzone.com Support local. Support students.
Every dollar goes back to our Trojan Zone seniors as scholarships—and that’s something worth showing up for.
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Shop downtown. It hits different.
Every purchase supports the people behind the businesses we love.
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looking for Yard Service. Call the Blade Bro's
Jaxson, Jameson, Jaden, and Jordan are a hardworking local crew ready to help with mowing and yard cleanup.
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22Halo Media — Platteview Graduate is an IT Specialist! Powering American businesses with technology services.
Cybersecurity is a huge focus right now, and Joey can remotely check your systems to help make sure you’re protected. With a degree in cybersecurity, he brings the knowledge and tools to help keep your Home/ business secure.
https://support.22halomedia.com/index.php
+1 (402) 885-9093
+1 (719) 722-7843Reach out:
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Allied Heating and Cooling
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
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St. Joseph Catholic Church St.
Join St. Joseph Catholic Church, 100 S. 9th St., Springfield, NE 68059WEEKEND MASSES
Saturdays – 5 PM
Sundays – 7AM & 9 AM
Confessions 45 minutes before Mass
DAILY MASSES
Monday – 8 AM
Tuesday-Friday 6:45 AM
Anointing Mass: First Fridays 2 PM
First Saturdays – 8 AM
Confessions 30 minutes before Mass
Springfield Methodist Church
Worship in person or online on Sunday @ 9:30am. Sunday school for all ages k-6 Wednesday School W.O.W I.M.P.A.C.T youth group Wednesday
See details and register the kiddos at: www.scbne.org
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Stony Brook Church
SPRINGFIELD — You Are Welcomed! We are back in the Community Building and ready to worship! Please join us this Wednesday at 6:30 PM.
Kid Life services will be held on the lower level, and Adult services will take place on the main floor. We invite you to come enjoy some coffee, find community, and get connected.
Come join us for worship, prayer, and community!
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Springfield History
In the autumn of 2005, the Springfield park board, along with dedicated volunteers, established a butterfly garden at the newly developed Springfield Creek Trails and Recreation Area on Platteview Road. The park board envisioned a proposed design divided into two phases. Phase one, which was completed by 2005, focused on the nature center. The subsequent phase included plans for a concrete trail and trailhead. Additionally, park board members suggested adding a playground to the area.
Park board members and volunteers: (left to right) Larry Goldman, Bruce Hoffman, Sheila Folkert, Chuck
Johnson, Sandy Powell, Ella Goldman, and Terri Frank.
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Springfield NOW
Springfield will soon feature two new murals! These projects are being brought to life by InspireHER Springfield and are set to be unveiled during Springfield Days.
InspireHER is a collaborative group of community-focused women working to create meaningful impact in southern Sarpy County. As a program of the Springfield Community Foundation, InspireHER highlights the strengths, talents, and contributions of local women to create a stronger collective impact.
Interested in joining InspireHER? Learn more at springfieldcommunityfoundation.org/inspireher.
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Insurance Tip of the Week- Claims
Having claims on your record can sometimes make it harder to stay insured with your current carrier. In some cases, policyholders may even face non-renewals or limited coverage options.
If you find yourself in this situation, don’t panic—there are still options available.
We work with multiple insurance carriers and markets that specialize in placing homes other companies may decline. Even if it’s no longer with Farmers, we can often help find a solution that keeps your home properly protected.
If you’re concerned about your coverage or have received a notice, give us a call so we can review your options and help you stay insured. #StoskopfInsurance
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Fit Tip of the Week: Keep It Simple. Stay Consistent.
Don’t overcomplicate it—just win the day. Complete 3 out of these 5 habits and count your day as a success:
- Move: 30 minutes of activity
- Nourish: 3 servings of veggies + 2 fruits
- Hydrate: 48 oz of water
- Reflect: Journal, pray, or take a few quiet minutes
- Rest: 7–9 hours of sleep
You don’t need perfect—you need consistent. Stack enough “good days,” and results follow.
Eat Right. Work Out Hard. Show Up
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Meet Adoptable Pets! >>
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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211 Main Street
Louisville, NE
$7 at the door; Kids 12 & under, FREE!
SHOWS:
Rayne Magill and Friends
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
The Jacob Austin Band
Saturday, June 20th, 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
JAM SESSIONS:
Second Sundays – Electric Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Fourth Sundays – Acoustic Only Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Bring your instruments and enjoy an afternoon of great music and good company!
Click the theater flyer above or HERE to read the latest CCMT news.
Call 402-949-0668 with any questions.
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Louisville Food Bank dates
Open 6:00-7:00pm
213 Main Street (inside Hope’s Closet)
Here are our 2nd and 4th Thursdays dates for 2026. Please note that November & December change to the 1st and 3rd Thursdays to work around the holidays.
LOUISVILLE FOOD BANK DATES
Apr 23
May 14, 28
June 11, 25
July 9, 23
Aug 13, 27
Sept 10, 24
Oct 8, 22
Nov 5, 19
Dec 3, 17
Updates can be found here >>
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Did You Know?
April 22 is Earth Day!
Earth Day started in 1970, when millions of Americans came together to raise awareness about pollution and protecting our environment. It was inspired by growing concerns about air and water quality—and it led to major changes, including the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Today, Earth Day is celebrated worldwide as a reminder that small actions—like planting flowers, caring for trees, and reducing waste—can make a big impact over time.
Just like your health… small, consistent choices matter.
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