Springfield Wednesday Newsletter - September 16th, 2026
Welcome Back
Hey Springfield, it’s September 16 — halfway through September! One thing I love about Springfield is how easy it is to enjoy our community. Shop local. Eat local. Ride the trails. Get outside and enjoy the season!
Speaking of trails…
The beautiful MoPac Trail is showing off right now. The sunflowers are blooming, and fall is starting to sneak in. And remember — the trail is FREE!
But what happens when your bike decides it has had enough?
Well…this happened to me.
I was riding through town after coming off the MoPac Trail when, around 8:30 in the morning, my bike broke down right in front of Micky’s. I jumped off, looked down, and immediately knew there would be NO PEDALING home. My crank had snapped.
There I stood with a broken bike, trying to figure out how I was going to get home.
Then a white truck pulled up.
“You need help?”
He took one look at the bike and said, “YIKES. Never seen that before!”
That’s when I met Brian Kennedy, owner of KBK Contractors LLC.
Brian stopped to help a complete stranger and got me — and my broken bike — safely home. We talked along the way, and I learned Brian has family here in Springfield. I also have a feeling this is one handy guy who can build just about anything!
So Springfield, meet Handy Brian!
KBK Contractors LLC
Brian Kennedy, Owner
402-689-4165
And that’s just one more reason I love this community. You never know when a simple bike ride can turn into meeting someone willing to stop and help.
Speaking of Trails & Community…
Come out for an evening of bikes, games, food, and hometown fun!
It’s another great opportunity to get outside, enjoy the trails, and spend some time with the people who make Springfield such a great place to call home.
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More local fun oppunties
Friends of the Springfield Memorial Library
The Springfield Memorial Library is always looking for new friends! If you love our library and want to help support the programs, events, and activities that make it such a special part of our community, consider joining the Friends of the Library.
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Speaking of things that make our community special, how lucky are we to have a library that has been part of Springfield for 100 years?
And this Saturday, the celebration continues — with PIE!
The Library is sending out a HUGE thank you to our official Pie Judges this year...
Library Passport: Explore Nebraska Libraries
Cookies & Cards!
Where the Yarn Meets the Fun!
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Check it out.
Free News with Your Library Card
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Save the Date
Fried Chicken!
HOMECOMING IS ALMOST HERE!
Luau Under the Lights
Wednesday, September 23rd — come out for the Homecoming Parade, fun and fireworks at dusk with Wild Willy!
And that tiki guy in the picture? You may remember The Brady Bunch and that BAD-LUCK tiki idol from Hawaii. Don’t worry — this one is the GOOD-LUCK tiki!
Bring the kids and make some Homecoming memories. You won’t want to miss it!
1st-VFW Tailgate Sponsor Highlight
A big THANK YOU to McGill Family Practice PC for their generous donation to the VFW Tailgate on September 26!
Two Husker vs. Indiana tickets for the October 10 game
Section 38, Seats 6 & 7 — North Stadium
Raffle tickets are just $1 each!
The raffle will be held at halftime during the NU vs. MSU game on September 26.
Come out, support the VFW, and you could walk away with two tickets to cheer on the Huskers!
Thank you, McGill Family Practice PC, for supporting our veterans and our community
Tickets were purchased through "HUSKERS OFFICIAL APP" and will be digitally transferred to the winner.
September Farmers Market -Sunday, September 27th
Come spend your Sunday morning shopping local and enjoying all things fall! Our vendors will be bringing fall-themed goodies, handmade items, seasonal treats, home décor, gifts, and more. FREE FAMILY PHOTOS!
Bring the whole family and stop by for a FREE family photo with our photographer! Whether you want a new family picture, a sweet photo of the kids, or just a fun fall snapshot, we’d love to capture a little piece of the season for you.
Same Day!
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Westmont Elementary
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Springfield Elementary
September 21–25 and showing your school spirit all week long!
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Platteview Central Junior High
Is seeking community members to share their career experiences with our 7th and 8th grade students during Career Day on Thursday, October 15.Sarah Svoboda at 402-339-5052 or
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Platteview High School
All the High School news
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You can Still stop by and ask Questions.
Shop local. Support small businesses. Make memories.
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ReMain
Woodland Animal Hospital - Springfield
Springfield Soda Fountain
Springfield Soda and grab a Dirty Soda, cappuccino, or iced latte made exactly how you like it!
NEW Lavender Syrup
NEW Caramel Pumpkin Syrup
Open Wednesday–Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Vicky Jane Boutique
GBR!
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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
Help wanted! Apply here:
https://forms.gle/62noRqLedu7SZyN79
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Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
The voice of the Shepherd calls out to us tomorrow to follow Him through the door. Join us as we hear Jesus calling us to eternal life and that He is the only door to it! Service begins at 9:00 a.m. both in person and through Facebook Live
Stony Brook Church
Wednesday Nights in Springfield, Stony Brook Church
You’re invited to join us Wednesday at 6:30-7:30 PM at the Springfield Community Center! Enjoy live worship, an encouraging live message, a Kid Life program for children, coffee and snacks, and great conversation. Come as you are and experience a welcoming evening of faith, community, and connection. We would love to see you there!
Come join us for worship, prayer, and community!
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Springfield History
1991 Platteview Central Jr. High Football Team
The eighth-grade football team at Platteview Central Jr. High School had a remarkably
successful season, finishing with an undefeated record of 4-0. Coach John McGill highlighted that the team's dedication played a significant role in their achievements. Additionally, under the guidance of Coach Glen Renner, the defense remained unscored upon throughout the entire season.
1991 8 th Grade Football season scores:
Papillion: 37-0
Gretna 40-0
Plattsmouth 14-0
Elkhorn 19-0
Football Team (in no order): Justin Peacock. Wade Fluckey, Mike Carske, Moe Pickett, Brett
Thompson, Mike Kowalzyk, Tim Fibich, Chad McCain, Chris Lind, Matt Robinson, Cornell
Scott, Justin Goldman, Eric Willett, J.D. Head, Peter Mauldin, Adam Mensinger, Jeff Heisner,
Dan Kneher, Don Barry, Nathan Dobbs, Joe Kreifels, Bobby Paltani, James Hall, and Brian
Devine.
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Insurance Tip of the Week:
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Fit Tip of the Week-3 things that matter beyond the workout
Working hard in the gym is talked about a lot, but building muscle and improving your body composition takes more than showing up and lifting.
1. Strength training + protein go together.
You can train five days a week with religious devotion, but if you aren't giving your body enough protein, you're missing an important piece of the puzzle. Training breaks muscle down. Protein helps give your body what it needs to rebuild and grow stronger.
2. Sleep is not optional.
Sleep is when your body gets to recover from the work you put in. Your muscles, brain and nervous system all need that downtime. More workouts aren't always the answer. Sometimes the answer is going to bed.
3. Recovery is part of the workout.
Rest isn't weakness. Recovery is where the work you did gets put to use. Stretching, walking, slowing down, getting enough sleep and simply giving your body a chance to recover all matter.
I've learned this one the hard way: you don't get stronger just by working harder. You get stronger by working hard AND recovering well.
Keep it simple. Eat right. Work out hard. Recover. Repeat.
— Treadmill Rambles
The goal isn't perfection. The goal is to keep showing up. One small choice today can lead to another tomorrow, and before you know it, those little choices become habits.
Eat right. Work out hard. Keep moving!
And if you like a little motivation with your workout, check out Treadmill Rambles!
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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
AS WE ARE A 501c3, NON PROFIT,
OUR "SUGGESTED SHOW ADMISSION" is $10 at the door;
Kids 12 & under are still FREE admission!
SHOWS:
Saturday, September 26
The Down Home Band
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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JAM SESSIONS ARE FREE!
Second Sunday of each month – Electric Jam Session (1:00 – 4:00 PM)
Last Sunday of each month – 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
Sept 24
Oct 8, 22
Nov 5, 19
Dec 3, 17
Updates can be found here >>
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Did You Know?
When you ride the MoPac Trail through Springfield, you’re riding on a piece of Springfield history.
The “MoPac” name comes from the Missouri Pacific Railroad, which played a big part in the history of our town. The first Missouri Pacific train arrived in Springfield on March 24, 1882. A depot was ready for the train, and nearly the entire town came out to greet the railroad officials.
For the next 100 years, trains traveled through Springfield. Then, in 1982, the Missouri Pacific applied to discontinue the route, and by the mid-1980s the tracks were being removed. Eventually, a portion of that former railroad property became the MoPac Trail we enjoy today.
You aren't just on a trail — you're traveling along a piece of Springfield's railroad history.
And today, that old railroad corridor is part of a much bigger trail system, with the Springfield section stretching toward the Platte River and connecting to the regional trail network.
Pretty cool what a little history can look like when you put on a pair of walking shoes or hop on a bike!
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