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The Burwell Chamber of Commerce is once again offering scholarship opportunities for area high school seniors that are planning to pursue a post-high school education in a field related to agriculture. Two of the Chamber’s new Ag Education Scholarships for $500 each will be awarded to area graduating high school seniors that apply and are best able to describe their plans to continue their education in an area of agriculture (farming, ranching, ag business support, etc.), along with other requested information. Qualified educational pursuits may include attending a traditional two or four-year college, trade school, or some type of internship or apprenticeship training program. The Burwell Chamber is actively engaged in supporting our business community, including the ongoing and future support of our important agricultural producers and suppliers. We believe that the future vitality of the Burwell area business community depends on the development and support of area youth, including the cultivation of their education and interest in activities and careers related to agriculture. The Chamber’s Ag Education Scholarship Applications are available at Burwell High School, the Burwell Chamber of Commerce office (404 Grand Avenue, Burwell), requesting by calling 346-5210, or the application can be downloaded/printed at the link below. Completed applications must be submitted according to the application directions by April 1, 2020, and announcement of the scholarship awards will be made prior to high school graduation in May. Questions regarding the Burwell Chamber of Commerce’s Ag Education Scholarship opportunity can be directed to the Chamber office at 346-5210.

Click Here for 2019 Chamber Ag Education Scholarship

Annual Food Drive – Tomorrow!
Burwell’s Annual Youth Group Food Drive will be held tomorrow, Wednesday, October 24, from 6:00-8:00 pm. All donated food items will be provided to the Burwell Food Pantry. Youth group members will be going to homes throughout Burwell that have an outdoor light on to pick up donated items. Monetary donations can be sent to the Burwell Food Pantry, c/o Congregational Church. Questions can be directed to 730-1884.

Business Open House Event – October 24
Professional Eyecare – The Eyewear Gallery in Ord is hosting a “Haunt-Tastic Trunk Show” on Wednesday, October 24 from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. Along with special pricing/savings (on frames, lenses, sunglasses and more), there will be great treats, including Halloween snacks and beverages. Professional Eyecare – The Eyewear Gallery, is located at 1511 M Street in downtown Ord.

New Office Open House Event – October 25
Hackel Construction, Inc. is inviting everyone to come help celebrate the completion of their new office on Thursday, October 25, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Drinks and hors d’ oeuvres will be served. Hackel Construction is located just south of Ord off of Highway 70 at 47407 808^th Road. The office phone number is 308-728-1222.

2018 Fall Festival – October 26
The Calamus Area Community Fund’s annual “Fall Festival” is this Friday, October 26. The fundraising evening will be held at the Burwell Jr./Sr. High School and will include a free-will offering Taco Bar and a Balloon Pop Contest from 5:30 to 7:00 pm, and a Dodgeball Tournament that will begin at 7:00 pm. To register your Dodgeball Team, please contact Megan Helberg at (308) 346-4150. All funds raised from this event will go to support the Calamus Area Community Fund’s Endowment Fund! This year’s event sponsors are greatly appreciated and include:

Platinum Level Sponsors

• Bob and Cathy Price
• Burwell Feeders
• Burwell Pharmacy
• Ericson State Bank
• Heartland Bank
• Jeffres Sand & Gravel, Inc.
• Jim & Sis Trotter Family and Maverick Truck Stop & Fertilizer
• NCTC

Gold Level Sponsors

• AgLand Electric & Irrigation
• Burwell Area Lions Club
• Burwell Chamber of Commerce
• Burwell Tribune
• Gumb Auction & Realty, Inc.
• Jeffres & Sons, Inc. – Grain & Livestock Producers
• LG Photography
• Marah’s Treasures – Marah Sandoz
• Morgan Ranch Beef
• Thoene Farm Service

Silver Level Sponsors

• AgPro Insurance, Inc.
• Burwell Veterinary Hospital
• Catering by Jill
• Hitchcock Funeral Home
• Patti Bolli, PT – Burwell Rehab
• Pizza Palace
• Rotary Club of Burwell
• Rowse Rakes – Farm Equipment
• Rustic Retreat
• Spelts Lumber & Hardware

The Petersen Family Show – October 26
The Golden Husk Theatre in Ord is thrilled to welcome The Petersen Family on Friday, October 26 at 7:30 pm. The Petersons are an award-winning bluegrass band in their eighth season of shows at the Little Opry Theatre in the Branson IMAX Entertainment Complex. The Petersons give audiences a taste of the authentic Branson music scene with their refreshingly all acoustic show. In 2015, the band received international attention when banjo player, Ellen Peterson, competed in the singing reality TV show, American Idol, and placed in the top 48. This February, The Petersons were recognized nationally by the Bluegrass community when they competed in the International Bluegrass Competition in Nashville and were awarded fourth place. The family has toured throughout the United States and Canada, and embarking on their third tour to Ireland in January! Audiences will enjoy bluegrass standards, gospel favorites, original music and sibling humor during the family friendly show! Tickets can be purchased at the Husk at (308) 730-8133 – $20/adults and $10/students (18 years & under). This performance is co-sponsored by the Valley County Community Foundation Fund. The VCCFF is committed to supporting exceptional arts and cultural experiences in Valley County!

One-Year Celebration – October 30
Pizza Palace is celebrating their one-year anniversary of new ownership by Andrea Seidel, and inviting all to come in and celebrate on Friday, November 2 from 10:30 am until 8:00 pm. Additionally, all week long there will be various activities as follows:

• The week of October 30 – November 2 something special will be offered each day!
• Tuesday, October 30 – A small free soda with a purchase of a buffet or item off the menu
• Wednesday, October 31 – Buffet All Day and Kids 10 & younger eat FREE with the purchase of an adult buffet
• Thursday, November 1 – $1 off all Frozen items in the front cooler
• Friday, November 2 – Cake, Coffee & Punch starting at 10:30 am and All You Can Eat $5.00 Pizza Bar starting at 5:30 pm until 8:00 p.m. – including kid’s games!

Thirty-Year Anniversary – October 31
Burwell Shurfine Food Center will be celebrating their 30^th Anniversary on Wednesday, October 31. There will be various store specials, a wine-tasting event from 2:00 – 6:00 pm, and other fun activities (more details to come). Be sure to stop by and congratulate store owners Mike and Deb Svoboda and staff!

“Scare on the Square” Halloween Parade – October 31
The Chamber’s annual Halloween costume parade for all area children will be on Wednesday, October 31, with a 3:45 pm line-up and costume judging (in front of the Burwell post-office) and a 4:00 pm parade start-time with the parade progressing around the downtown Burwell square. There will be a special prize for everyone and awards for the best costumes in the categories of; Scariest, Funniest, Best, and Most Original. Businesses around the square are encouraged to throw candy to the kids if able.

Trick or Treating at CMHC – October 31
Burwell Community Memorial Health Center will be open to children in Halloween costumes for one hour following the downtown Halloween Parade on Wednesday, October 31 (the parade starts at 4:00 pm). CMHC residents will pass out treats for the children – all are invited!

Trick or Treating at The Plaza – October 31
The Burwell Housing Authority Plaza Apartments are inviting all children to Trick or Treat at their facility on Wednesday afternoon/early evening (Oct. 31). Look for the “trick or treaters welcome” sign on the doors.

Thanksgiving Promotion Opportunity – October 30 Deadline
It’s time to start thinking about Turkey – so the Burwell Chamber of Commerce is again sponsoring a Thanksgiving promotion that offers customers of participating Chamber Members the opportunity to win a gift certificate for a free turkey/beef/ham valued up to $15. This promotion is ideal for those of you with retail or office businesses. Check out the details and benefits below and let us know if you’d like to participate by Tuesday, October 30.

Details:

1. Entry forms, entry box, and promotional flyers (2) will be provided to your business on Thursday/Friday, November 1-2, 2020.
2. The business name of all Chamber Member participants will be included on the promotional flyers and in the media release regarding the activity.
3. All entries will be collected on November 19^th and a winners drawn from the entries for each participating Chamber Member.
4. Winners will be notified by phone on November 19^th and invited to pick-up their gift certificate at your business.
5. Gift certificates will be redeemable at Burwell Shurfine Food Center for any meat product (turkey, beef, ham) valued up to $15 (additional details on certificate).
6. $25 is all that is required for Chamber Members to participate (to cover the gift certificate cost and printing/box costs). If a business chooses to have more than one winner drawn, then the fee will be $15 per additional winner.

Benefits:

1. Your business name is included on promotional materials/communications.
2. Extra traffic in your business as customers/potential customers come in to enter the drawing.
3. A little customer goodwill as you have the opportunity to present the gift certificate to one or more of your customers.
4. Low cost – only $25 for the first and $15 for the remaining winners and the Chamber of Commerce staff take care of everything for you.
   To confirm you participation, just email or call the Chamber of Commerce office (346-5210) by October 30.

Help Wanted – Manager Position
Maverick Truck Stop in Burwell is looking for a manager. Must be able to oversee personnel and scheduling. Applicant needs to be knowledgeable in tire, bulk fuel and light mechanic work. Full benefit package. Wage is negotiable with experience. Ask for Jim or Terina at 308-789-6200 or pick up an application at the store.

Nebraska’s Big Rodeo Honored as 2018 Outstanding Event!
Nebraska tourism industry members honored the hard work and dedication of key organizations across the state at the Celebrate Nebraska Awards Banquet on October 17 at the Lied Lodge and Conference Center in Nebraska City. Governor Pete Ricketts and Nebraska Tourism executive director John Ricks presented the 2018 awards. Nominated by the Burwell Area/Garfield County Visitors Bureau, the “Outstanding Event Award” for communities with populations up to 9,999 went to the 97th Annual Nebraska’s Big Rodeo in Burwell. A portion of the award nomination submission was read during the presentation as follows: “Nebraska’s Big Rodeo began in 1921, and 97 years later is attracting sell-out crowds of nearly 20-thousand rodeo fans to the Burwell area. After upgrades to the rodeo arena, extensive and additional promotion of the event and increased customer service, the 2018 Nebraska’ Big Rodeo was the largest one yet. Every hotel, bed and breakfast and guesthouse were full from Burwell to Ord and several surrounding counties. The rodeo attracts visitors to the state and region who would not otherwise come, and area businesses reported increases of 3 to 25 percent over the previous year. CONGRATS to NEBRASKA’S BIG RODEO!”

Best regards,
Burwell Economic Development-Chamber of Commerce-Visitors Bureau
404 Grand Avenue, P.O. Box 131, Burwell, NE  68823
(308) 346-5210

Click on the links below to see the Trolley Map and the Trolley Stop List.

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