When was the first St. Patrick's Day parade?

Since around the ninth or 10th century, people in Ireland have been observing the Roman Catholic feast day of St. Patrick on March 17. The first St. Patrick’s Day parade took place not in Ireland but in America. Records show that a St. Patrick’s Day parade was held on March 17, 1601 in a Spanish colony in what is now St. Augustine, Florida.

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Cass County COVID-19 Vaccinations

Currently available to residents of Sarpy and Cass Counties who are:
Born in 1956 or earlier
Phase 1A healthcare providers
Phase 1B tier 1 (first responders and critical utility staff)

In Cass County there are currently three locations where you can make an appointment to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

OneWorld – Plattsmouth – 122 South 6^th Street, Plattsmouth.
Schedule an appointment to receive your vaccine: 402-952-4030
Hy-Vee Pharmacy – Plattsmouth – 16418 Westside Drive, Plattsmouth.
Schedule an appointment to receive your vaccine: 402-296-6900 or https://www.hy-vee.com/my-pharmacy/covid-vaccine-consent
Blake’s Pharmacy – 213 Main Street, Louisville.
Schedule an appointment to receive your vaccine: 402-234-3025

A Sarpy or Cass County resident can register for an appointment at a clinic in either Sarpy or Cass County.

Please remember at this time we are prioritizing residents who are born in 1956 or earlier to receive COVID- 19 vaccine. Due to the number of residents that are currently eligible to receive a vaccine and the limited amount of vaccine in our community, it may take a few weeks to vaccinate everyone in this age group. Please be patient as appointments fill up quickly.

You are responsible for scheduling your own appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination appointment. If you need assistance, please consider asking a friend or family member to assist you in scheduling an appointment.

If you have any questions regarding the COVID-19 vaccine or if you are having difficulties scheduling an appointment, please call the Sarpy/Cass Department at 402-339-4334 and press 1. Phones are answered Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

https://sarpycasshealthdepartment.org/myturn

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For readers who might be traveling through Murray, especially for work

Demolition of the old railroad bridge on Highway 1 in Murray started March 1st. One lane traffic is being electronically controlled, so please be patient at the lights when waiting, then driving through. Work is expected to continue through the summer months, so plan your travel accordingly. Be careful, watch for workers and machinery and make safety the priority.

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Veteran’s Wall to be Added in Village Office Lobby

Please submit information and/or photos of military personnel to the Village Clerk.

Village Clerk: Marilyn Kirchhoff

Village@AvocaNebraska.com

217 Tefft St, Avoca, NE 68307
(402) 275-3757

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To Schedule Your Upcoming Blood Drive Donation, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767):

Monday, March 15
VFW Post 2543
510 1st Ave
Plattsmouth, NE
11:30 am - 5:30 pm

Thursday, March 25
Conestoga High School
Hwy 1 & 42nd St
Murray, NE 68409
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday, April 21
Louisville High School
202 West 3rd Street
Louisville, NE 68037
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday, April 25, 2021
First Baptist Church
16220 Highway 75
Plattsmouth, NE 68048

Noon - 5 pm

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Lofte season 2021

Order On-line at www.lofte.com

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Louisville Food Pantry
OPEN: every Thursday, 6:00-7:00pm
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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List Your Business

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EAST CASS PIONEER CEMETERY DISTRICT (ECPCD) MEETINGS FOR 2021

All meetings are open to the public and are held at the Murray Town Hall at 7 p.m.

Monday, April 12

Monday, June 14

Monday, July 12

Monday August 9

Monday, September 13

Monday, October 11

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Judy Attebery

President, ECPCD

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Area Food Banks

The Louisville Area Food Bank will be open on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 6-7 p.m. The food bank is located in the First Christian Church 304 Main St. next to Copple's in Louisville. Low income residents are welcome to come to the twice a month give away. Please bring a box to put items in. This food bank is for residents of the Louisville Public School District.

Questions contact Pastor Cathy at 402-677-9606 or Pastor Bob at 402-234-2055. The Louisville Area Food Bank is always looking for donations of food as well.

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