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Hey Springfield, Happy November!
This Saturday is a special — it’s time for the Library’s Annual Book Sale!
Date: Saturday, November 8th
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: Free-will donation
Come explore a wide variety of books and discover hidden treasures waiting just for you. All proceeds from the sale will go directly toward adding more exciting programs and events to the library calendar.
Community Spotlight: Making Spirits Bright Parade of Lights
Looking to spread some holiday cheer this season? The beloved Making Spirits Bright – A Springfield Holiday Tradition Parade of Lights is coming soon!
We’re inviting groups, families, and local businesses to participate in this year’s parade. It’s a wonderful opportunity to bring joy to the community and celebrate the season together.
Please help us get the word out by sharing this event with your friends, coworkers, clubs, and anyone who enjoys the sparkle of Christmas lights and festive fun.
sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C044DAAA829A2F9C61
Lets help make downtown Springfield shine bright with cheer!
Local Business Update: A New Veterinary Hospital Coming Soon
Have you noticed the changes happening at the old Springfield Drug building? Exciting news — it’s soon to be home to Woodland Animal Hospital!
Don't miss the Annual Veterans Day Ceremony at the High School!
Springfield Platteview Community Schools proudly invites all Platteview Central families to our Annual Veterans Day Ceremony — a heartfelt tradition honoring the heroes who have served our nation.
Date: November 11th
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Platteview High School (PHS)
This is a truly amazing, memorable, and patriotic event you won’t want to miss. Let’s come together as a community to show our appreciation for our veterans.
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Congratulations to Our Pumpkin Walk 2025 Winners!
All the pumpkins were amazing, and you helped make this year’s event phenomenal. Thanks to everyone who voted — over 760 votes were cast!
In Nebraska, now’s the time to plant spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils before the ground freezes.
If you have summer bulbs like dahlias or gladiolus, dig them up and store them in a cool, dry place until spring!
Kids Birth to 5 years old.
Library’s Knit Wednesday program
Book Club at the Library.
November 6 – Get Artsy at the Library!
RSVP a Sit
Check Mate
Calling all Gamers
Check it out!
Omaha Children's Museum!
Medical Made Clear. Plan on November 11th
Pays to have a library card!
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Coming soon to downtown Springfield, Nebraska! A hometown bar and grill serving great food and delicious cocktails. Detail to come.
Growing in Springfield: Got Garden FALL Garden Questions? They have Answers!
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Westmont Elementary
Every year the Knights of Columbus at St. Joseph's Church in Springfield very generously donates coats for children who need them. The cold weather is right around the corner, and we do go to recess outside every day, weather permitting. It gets cold, and every student needs and
deserves a warm coat, hat and gloves. Please plan ahead and check your closets to see what needs you have. Contact me to make arrangements for coats. I will need to know each child's age and size. We keep all requests confidential and discreetly get the coats to you. Please do not
hesitate to either call or email me at 402-895-9602 or
PLEASE do not hesitate to request coats
if needed! Thank you!
Katie Susman
Westmont Elementary School Counselor
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Sprngfield Elementary News
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Platteview High School
School calendar https://www.gobound.com/ne/schools/platteview/calendar?includePractices=false&v=week&date=2025-08-22
ESU#3 Driver Ed is in Full Swing and students are now drivig. ESU#3 will offer classes January 17th, Registration January 7th.
This Weekend a Live & Silent Auctions – Bid on incredible items!
- Dinner & Drinks – Enjoy a delicious meal and cocktails.
- Games & Fun – Laugh, compete, and make memories—all while making a difference in our schools.
Event Details: Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Location: The Steppe Center, 11730 Peel Cir, La Vista, NE 68128
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Local Business Update
Leaf and Petal has shared a new, updated flyer as they transition to operating out of a home-based location. We’ll be including the updated flyer in an upcoming newsletter — stay tuned for more details and ways to support this local business!
Springfield Artworks- Springfield’s Small Town Christmas Celebration!
Join them for their Open House this weekend — Thursday through Sunday — during the Small Town Christmas Shop & Hop in Springfield and Louisville!
Carrying beautiful watercolor books and note cards by Margie, plus lots of tabletop décor, cute towels, fused glass, and more.
And don’t miss our co-owner Glenn’s handmade plant stakes, created especially for veterans. Glenn is a proud Navy Veteran!
ReMain
Get ready to shop small, spread cheer, and kick off the holiday season! 
Join us Saturday, November 8th, for a merry and festive day of local shopping across Louisville and Springfield, Nebraska!
The Blind PIG
Something Fun is Brewing at The Blind Pig!
Join the Blind Pig for great food, drinks, and good company.
Seasonal cocktails, cozy vibes, and a few surprises are waiting — come hang out and keep the spirit alive!
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The Robin's Nest –
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Save the Date
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22Halio Media - Platteview Graduate! Call Joey Brinkman for assistance
Is Your Computer Starting to Scare You?
Missing updates? Strange programs? Don’t worry — Joey has a treat for you (no tricks!).
I’m offering free remote support to help you opt into Windows 10 Extended Security Updates (ESU) — and yes, Mac users are included too.
Unpatched computers can be taken over and used in cyberattacks. Let’s make sure yours isn’t one of them.
For businesses: I’m also offering Microsoft 365 setup and security hardening at a limited-time rate of $50/hr.
Call or Text:
+1 (402) 885-9093
+1 (719) 722-7843
Reach out:
https://support.22halomedia.com
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Reflections Auto Detailing
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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
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 15th and join us for the Ladies Guild Fundraiser! We’ll be serving up a delicious steakhouse chicken dinner with sides and homemade desserts you won’t want to miss. The evening will also include a silent auction, and we’d love your help—if you have items to contribute, please let us know.
See details and register the kiddos at: www.scbne.org
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It Happened in Springfield
Photo: 1989 Springfield Cemetery entrance sign
The Grave of an Unknown Soldier at Springfield Memorial Cemetery
The grave of an unknown soldier rests at Springfield Memorial Cemetery. In 1969, the Springfield Monitor newspaper published an account from former resident Howard Freeman, recalling an event from when he was just nine years old. During the summer of 1893, Nebraska and Kansas suffered a severe drought, homesteaders flocked eastward in covered wagons,
passing through Springfield and Papillion throughout the day.
Two of these wagons chose to camp behind the Springfield Methodist Church. That night, a thunderstorm swept through the area. The wife of a critically ill man sought the assistance of Rev. William Underwood to bring her husband inside the church. Sadly, he passed away. The
family, which included several children were destitute, prompting the town's residents to rally together, providing clothing and food. Upon the wife presenting papers indicating her husband was a Civil War veteran and a member of the GAR, local veterans in and around Springfield
took charge of the funeral arrangements. Rev. Underwood led the services in a church filled to capacity. Local Civil War veterans donned their uniforms and marched alongside the wagon carrying the coffin to Springfield Cemetery. The cemetery service featured taps played by Ike
DePew and a musket squad firing shots in honor of the deceased. The family of the veteran departed the following day for a destination in Iowa. Shortly after, a government marker was placed at the head of the soldier’s grave.
Years before the 1969 newspaper article was released, a member of the Springfield American Legion inquired about the identity of the unknown soldier buried in the eastern section of the cemetery. Legion members had always honored the grave on Memorial Day but were curious
about the veteran's identity. The account shared by Mr. Freeman assisted Legion members in learning how of the Civil War veteran came to be buried in Springfield Cemetery. We pay tribute to the commitment of veterans from the Springfield area who have honored the grave of the Unknown Soldier.
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Insurance Tip– Good coverage matters!
Review your policies regularly! Life changes — new home improvements, vehicles, or even small lifestyle updates — can affect your coverage and rates. A quick check-in with your agent can help you:
- Make sure you’re fully covered
- Avoid paying for unnecessary extras
- Save money by bundling or updating your policies
Stay protected and save smarter — it only takes a few minutes to review your coverage!
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Fit Tip of the Week - Getting Back on Track After Halloween
Let’s be honest — Halloween week isn’t always our healthiest! But you don’t need to detox or “make up for it.” Just get back to your normal habits FAST:
- Eat real food
- Stay hydrated
- Move your body
- Get good sleep
One weekend doesn’t undo your progress. It might slow things down a bit, but hey — you had fun and got a little dopamine boost. The key is consistency, not perfection.
Of course, that’s unless you’re about to step on stage or compete in a fitness challenge — then timing matters a bit more! Get back on Track!
Take a break from heavy meals and give your body something nourishing and light — you’ll thank me later!
Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded
- 1 large parsnip, peeled and shredded
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- ½ small cabbage, chopped
- 2 cups green beans (fresh or frozen), cut bite-size
- 1 Tbsp avocado or olive oil
- 7–8 cups bone broth
- Sea salt & black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
A warm, simple soup like this helps you reset, refuel, and feel lighter without missing out on flavor.
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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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COME ON OVER!
This is the way country music started out, with acoustic instruments, before electricity. People sat out on the lawn, on the porch, or in a friend’s house and played their instruments together.
Enjoy the originality of music which is still present in many circles of friends.
211 Main Street
Louisville, NE
Come on over and take a spin on our dance floor!
This is a family-friendly venue, so bring the kids, too! Relax in nice warm comfort and support our concession stand - fresh, popped popcorn, candy bars, soft drinks and bottled water.
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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!
Call 402-949-0668 with any questions.
ALL jam sessions, acoustic and electric, are FREE & open to the public!
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For updates, watch the theater's website or FB page.
Bring your instruments, bring your voices or just sit in and listen!
Let's get together and have a good time!
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Email for more information:
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Louisville Food Bank dates
Louisville Food Bank
Open 6:00-7:00pm
213 Main Street (inside Hope’s Closet)
Nov 6
Nov 20
Dec 4
Dec 18
Updates can be found here >>
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Veterans Day History
Veterans Day is observed each year on November 11 to honor all men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
The holiday began as Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I when the fighting ceased on November 11, 1918. In 1954, after World War II and the Korean War, Congress renamed it Veterans Day to recognize veterans of all wars.
Today, we pause to thank and honor those who have served — past and present — for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Takes a lot to be Brave! Thank you!
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