Welcome Back
Hey Springfield!, I wanted to take a moment to wish all the 2025 Platteview High School graduates the very best. You did it!
I hope you enjoy a great summer — and I hope you take these words to heart: this is only the beginning. Go out there and make it count!
Last Week of School! It’s the final week for Springfield schools — and what a year it’s been!
Wednesday marks the last day of the school year, and then it’s full steam into summer.
Summer School and Driver’s Ed will begin in June, and schedules are already posted. Be sure to check with the school or online for all the details!
Now, let’s move on to this week’s news…
With graduation comes summer, and we kick it all off with Memorial Day, a powerful reminder of those who served and sacrificed for our freedom.
Right after that comes one of our favorite local traditions: Springfield Days!
Springfield Days is for the community — and we are the community.
We’ve got an amazing library that keeps all kinds of fun going for families, and we’ve got fundraisers that help keep the heart of Springfield beating strong.
Have you seen all the fun at the library the night before the Duck Race?
It’s packed with activities for the whole family! Check out the full list in the Save the Date section below.
Let’s keep supporting what makes Springfield special!
The Lucky Duck Race is Coming Up!
Yes, it’s that time again—ducks are splashing their way down Main Street with a little help from our awesome local Volunteer Fire Department! (Don’t worry, no actual ducks were harmed in the making of this splash zone.)
Get your Lucky Duck Race tickets at the Springfield Memorial Library and get in on a chance to win some incredible prizes:
A 10x10 room painted by local artist Dylan Frese (check him out at purepaints.org)
A Springfield Basket full of goodies from our local shops
A family pass to the Kiewit Luminarium
A cozy coffee basket from downtown
Free ice cream from the always-amazing Dari Cream
NEW! A full Chicken Coop donated by Tractor Supply — our biggest prize yet!
Tickets go fast, so don’t miss out!
Before the Ducks… Comes the Parade!
The Springfield Parade is the perfect kickoff: vibrant floats, our amazing local school bands, smiling kids tossing candy, and that hometown pride we all love.
Springfield — we’ve got a lot to be proud of.
New businesses, great people, and a community that continues to show up for one another.
Let’s keep the energy going — and I’ll see you at the parade! Hey, don't forget to sign up for the Springfield Days Grand Parade! It kicks off at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 7th. Let's turn this parade into a show-stopping extravaganza—register now and join the fun! Sign up here...https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4FA4A92BA5F5C43-55410993-sringfield?fbclid=IwY2xjawKcGABleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFGVVdkQXFKQUo5MDRXM25IAR5TphjRYBl6KlrX1-mniVuJYiOydFQnnPJxzyE7FgDXUxdw4pTWSehuDufQpg_aem_vsEw67Uoi9-HMus8Wg351w#/
Weather: May 21–27, 2025
Thursday, May 22:
Partly sunny and cool.
High: 65°F (18°C) | Low: 46°F (8°C)
Friday, May 23: Cloudy and cool.
High: 65°F (19°C) | Low: 50°F (10°C)
Saturday, May 24: Cloudy with occasional rain and a thunderstorm; breezy in the afternoon.
High: 63°F (17°C) | Low: 52°F (11°C)
Sunday, May 25: Mostly cloudy and cool with a thunderstorm.
High: 64°F (18°C) | Low: 50°F (10°C)
Monday, May 26: Partial sunshine.
High: 67°F (19°C) | Low: 49°F (10°C)
Tuesday, May 27: Sunshine and a few clouds.
High: 69°F (21°C) | Low: 50°F (10°C)
Midweek Pick-Me-Up!
Need a Midweek Boost?
Head to Downtown Springfield and treat yourself! Whether it’s a fresh new western outfit, a quick workout to get your energy up, or signing your girl up for a fun dance class—there’s something for everyone.
Thanks for being part of what makes Springfield such a vibrant place to live, work, and play!
Summer Reading Program is Schedule!
Starting May 30th - Fun Fridays!
Craft Day!
Tuesday Fun Starts May 27th
FurReading for Fun
Wonderful Wednesdays: Library Playgroup
May 30th more fun on Friday!
Puzze on last Friday of the Month!
Piece by Piece: Springfield’s Puzzle Club
Splash your way into a good story!
Pays to have a library card!
June 7th
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Westmont Elemetary
Summer Food Signup
Please scan this QRcode and sign up for Summer Food Program. The deadline is MAY 30th.
Summer Reading/Math Focus Program Summer school will be Monday through Thursday June 2-26 a.m. only. K-6 Reading 8:30-10 a.m. K-6 Math 10-11:30 a.m. This program is for students who have been invited by their teachers.
Bring Back the Books!
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Springfield Elementary News
School is out on the 21st at 11:30 A.M. Come to the Pinic today the 21st. 5:30 - 8:30 P.M
Bring Back the books!
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Platteview High School
The PHS Band is selling blankets.
Driver’s Ed Opportunity
The ESU is offering Driver’s Education at Papillion South High School, and Platteview students are welcome to join! Check the schedule at ESU3.org for more information.
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Springfield Artworks's
Candles at Springfield Artworks. Stop by and take a whiff of handcrafted scents that brighten any space!
Leaf + Petal
Mother’s Day might be behind us, but there’s always a reason to brighten someone’s day! Leaf + Petal is your go-to local florist—no more mystery flowers from who-knows-where. We deliver beautiful, fresh arrangements to Murdock, Weeping Water, Louisville, Springfield, Gretna, and parts of Omaha/Elkhorn (yes, even the rural spots!). Support local, skip the hassle, and send something meaningful.
Springfield Old-Fashioned Soda and Gifts
Keith said -
Few More Days. That’s It.
We’re not crying, you’re crying. Okay, maybe we’re all crying a little.
Only 7 more business days to snag what’s left—
Think:
- Vintage & quirky gifts
- Locally loved Springfield Drug merch
- Deeply discounted treasures
Come give us a hug (or a high five) and help us go out with empty shelves and full hearts.
The Blind Pig
The Blind Pig is FOR SALE!
The Blind Pig is officially for sale.
If you or someone you know is seriously interested, please message us for details. Serious inquiries only—this is a successful, turnkey business and an incredible opportunity.
Cheers to the next chapter!
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Giddy Up and Shop Aspen Road! Genuine Cowhide, Adorable Cow Baby Outfits, and One-of-a-Kind Gifts! —Be sure to check the hours!
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Summer is here witch means Revive Your Ride LLC is in full swing and we are getting busy!
They are looking to add a FT automotive detailer to the team!
Please reach out with any questions! 402-208-5453
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Power Outage Season - Meet Joey the Outage Superman
Last year, we survived 5 days of no power.
We survived by hanging out at the local - Millard Branch of the Omaha Public Library.
The library had power, and provided free mobile phone charging, air conditioning and critically WiFi.
Our business (and livelihood) depends on nearly constant connection to the internet.
The prior year we had a 2 day power outage, that simply forced an early vacation and nightly hotels where electricity was available.
With the 2025 season of heavy weather, and power outages ahead, we were looking around for a better solution.
We had the great fortune of Meeting Joey Gillett - of Assured Electric.
In my experience a gas powered generator, was a small device with a 120vac outlet. If you had an extension cord you could connect a coffee maker.
Nice, but not a solution for a home with air conditioning, electric stove, washer and dryer. Not a power outage solution.
Power Outage Superman Joey smiled and described a generator that had a 3-phase/240v 50am outlet - and a "smart switch" to switch your home breaker box from OPPD to this small generator.
We were stunned, does this work? - Joey explained he had installed several. We asked Joey for a proposal and it was 1/3 of my expectations.
We asked Joey to proceed! In a short time Joey, and his person Nick - installed the "smart switch" under the electric meter on the back of our home.
The smart switch could sense if power was coming from OPPD - if not it will switch our home to the Generator 240v option - and then back to oppd when they were back.
Wow! What a stress reliever!! for the cost of power outage insurance, we have real power outage insurance!
Power outages, not only some from wind and fallen branches. For years there has been concern that our power grid was vulnerable to attack,
if we found ourself at war, and experienced a high altitude EMP or a natural Solar Flare. Both of which could take out the Power Grid for months
I recommend you give Power Outage Superman Joey a call at: 402-594-4515 or visit his website at https://OmahaElectrician.us email him with the contact form.
thanks Joey - Computer John
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Boot Scootin’ Thursdays are here at The Cove! Grab your boots and join us every Thursday night for some toe-tappin’, line-dancin’, happy-hour fun. Cold drinks, good tunes, and even better company—The Cove is the place to kick up your heels. Make it your Thursday night tradition!
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Save the Date
Don Petersen Auctioneers is having their next auction on June 8 at the Springfield Legion Sale Site 13600 Plfug Rd. For pictures of some of the items up for sale you can visit https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/4035332.html">https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/4035332.html
Faith, Fellowship & Fond Memories: Social Fun at the Church Alumni Banquet
Foam Party Alert!
Foamaha Parties is bringing the ultimate foam experience to Springfield, NE!
Get ready for a high-energy blast of fun as professional foam cannons shoot mountains of clean, cool foam into the air. This isn’t backyard bubbles—it’s a full-on foam zone for kids and adults!
Here’s what’s going down:
- Giant foam zone with pro-grade cannons
- Hypoallergenic, kid-safe foam
- Perfect for all ages (yep, adults too!)
- Tons of action and epic photo ops
Get ready to run, dance, laugh, and get covered in fun. You won’t want to miss it!
Springfield Parade!
PIE Parlor!
Step Up to the
Steeplechase – A Mile of Pure Fun!
Let’s Celebrate the Dads with Cool Cars!
From muscle cars to shiny classics, nothing says "Dad's pride" like a sweet ride. This Father’s Day season, we salute the dads who polish chrome like pros and know every engine roar by heart.
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
Wednesday Nights this Summer at Springfield Baptist Church
See details and register the kiddos at: www.scbne.org
It takes a Community to be Great!
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It Happen in Springfield
In 1918, the brand-new Springfield Public School at South Third and Spruce opened for classes
for all Springfield students. The building served the town of Springfield for sixty-seven years. In
1957 after Nebraska legislation was enacted, Sarpy County schools began the required school
district consolidation process. Once construction began for a senior high school for the newly
formed School District#46, Springfield Public School’s final high school class graduated in
1960. Eventually the majority of pupils in the school district attended newly built senior high,
junior high, and elementary schools. Up until 1979, some lessons were still held at the
Springfield Public School building and until 1982 the school district headquarters were also
housed there. Its primary function after was storage. After years of service to Springfield, the
building's future looked uncertain. Although the structure was sound the school district could not afford to renovate it to comply with building requirements. For those who took attended classes
at the former school, the building held many fond memories. The school district board voted to
sell the building in January 1985. A final proposal was approved following two and a half years
of discussions with potential bidders. The sale of the old Springfield Public School was
authorized by the school board in June 1987.
Photo 1: Springfield Public School classroom before the building closed.
Photo 2: The “Vintage Building” became the new name for the old Springfield Public School
after closing. The building was open for a self-guided tour for school alumni attending the
annual Alumni Banquet on May 25, 1985. Former student, Greg Latham, took photos for alumni during the tour for a nominal fee.
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Fit Tip of the Week – Walking!
A perfect way to get moving and train for the upcoming Springfield Days Steeplechase 5K Fun Run/Walk or One Mile Walk. This fun community event supports the Methodist Food Pantry—so your steps do more than boost your health, they help others too!
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Insurance Tip of the Week – Review Your Deductibles Annually
Your deductible is what you pay out of pocket before your insurance kicks in—but did you know it can change without you noticing? Some companies adjust deductibles based on home value or percentage models (like 2% of your dwelling coverage).
Tip: Review your policy each year to make sure your deductibles are still a good fit for your budget—especially with rising home values and inflation.
—Rachel
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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.
SATURDAY SHOWS:
The Jacob Austin Band
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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New Bow Old Strings
Saturday, July 26th, 2025
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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The Jacob Austin Band
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
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!
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)
May 22
June 12
June 26
July 10
July 24
Aug 14
Aug 28
Sept 11
Sept 25
Oct 9
Oct 23
Nov 6
Nov 20
Dec 4
Dec 18
Updates can be found here >>
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“School’s out for summer!” – Alice Cooper
Time to trade backpacks for beach towels and permission slips for pool passes! Stay safe, have fun, and don’t forget—insurance never takes a vacation.
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