WELCOME TO TECUMSEH, NEBRASKA
Tecumseh is a distinctive rural community of 1,800 located in Southeastern Nebraska at the intersection of State Highway 50 and U.S. Highway 136. It is only an hour drive from Lincoln or Omaha and a short two-hour drive from Kansas City. Tecumseh is only 28 miles west of I-29 and 55 miles south of I-80. Tecumseh's historic town square contains many buildings which were significant architectural pieces in the past. The 130 year old county courthouse and Tecumseh City Hall are especially impressive pieces of Romanesque, Classic Revival-style architecture.
Upcoming Events
We're looking for Community activities and events to post on our website. Please let us know what's going on...Committee meetings, Bible Studies, Bingo nights...or any activity or event which is open to the community...You can call us at 402-335-3344 or email your event to mmd.law@windstream.net or just click the email button in our heading to be linked directly to our email. Your event will be added to our community calendar. To view the Community Calendar, click on the link below.
Please don't ask us to advertise your garage sale or post something you are selling for profit.
Check out the NEW JOHNSON COUNTY WEBSITE by clicking on the website link below.
Please don't ask us to advertise your garage sale or post something you are selling for profit.
Check out the NEW JOHNSON COUNTY WEBSITE by clicking on the website link below.
NE Army National Guard 43rd Army Band Concert & Community Picnic
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As part of their Summer Concert Tour, the Nebraska Army National Guard 43rd Army Band will perform in Tecumseh on the south lawn of the Courthouse, Wednesday, June 19th at 7:00 p.m. The concert is FREE and open to the public. The Tecumseh Chamber and Johnson County Hospital are providing FREE hotdogs, chips, watermelon and water from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. before the concert. Come early and enjoy the picnic, stay for the concert! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the evening of live music.
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ATTENTION TECUMSEH RESIDENTS
The Crab Apple Trees on the south side of the pool (along Clay Street) are to be demolished as a part of the new swimming pool plan. If anyone would like to move them and can arrange to get them dug out and moved quickly, at their own expense, you can have them. Interested persons should contact City Hall immediately! Demolition is set to start the first week of JUNE 2019.
Call Lisa Beethe at 402-335-3570.
City Summer Recreation Activities
The City of Tecumseh is sponsoring some alternative summer activities for the kids in our community since the pool will not be open. The activities will take place 2-3 times per week from June 3rd to early August, in the park, community building, ball fields and library.
CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR AND FACEBOOK PAGE FOR DAYS AND ACTIVITIES.
CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR AND FACEBOOK PAGE FOR DAYS AND ACTIVITIES.
- Age: 5 years and older (adults are welcome to accompany their children
- Time: approximately 1:00-4:00 p.m. on the days noted
- Bring: bring your own water bottle, no refreshments provided, restrooms available
- Place: most activities will be outdoors, if weather is bad, activities will be in the community bldg or library
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MONDAY, JUNE 17TH @ CITY PARK 1:00-3:00 - Tye Dye
(BRING YOU OWN SHIRT TO DYE) THURSDAY, JUNE 20TH @ CITY PARK - 1:00-3:00 - Tag Games TUESDAY, JUNE 25TH @ CITY PARK - 1:00-4:00 - Water Games (bring a towel) WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26TH @ CITY PARK - 1:00-4:00 - Yard Games THURSDAY, JUNE 27TH @ CITY PARK - 1:00-4:00 - Water Games (bring a towel) |
Tecumseh Bucks are BACK!
Starting July 1st, the Tecumseh Chamber is again sponsoring the "Question of the Month" on the City's Website...keep watch for your chance to win $10 in Tecumseh Bucks EACH MONTH. All answers can be found on the website and the winner will be drawn from all correct answers submitted. Tecumseh Bucks are just like cash when used at Chamber member businesses in Tecumseh.
Avenue of Flags for 4th of July
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The Veteran's Avenue of Flags Display will be put up Wednesday, July 3rd at 6:00 a.m. and removed Thursday, July 4th at 5:00 pm. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated...just show up to help. THANKS!
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Legion Baseball Schedule
Free Summer Food Program for JCC School Children
The Federal Summer Food Service Program at JCC will begin May 28th and continue through August 1st (Monday thru Thursday). This free breakfast/lunch program serves CHILDREN ages 18 months thru 18 years. (ADULTS $3.50)
Breakfast will be served 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. May 28th thru June 27th and Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m .to 12:30 p.m. May 28th thru August 1st.
No Meals served on July 4th.
All meals are served in the JCC High School
For more information contact Joann Gadeken at 402-335-3328 Ext.2203.
Breakfast will be served 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. May 28th thru June 27th and Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m .to 12:30 p.m. May 28th thru August 1st.
No Meals served on July 4th.
All meals are served in the JCC High School
For more information contact Joann Gadeken at 402-335-3328 Ext.2203.
4-H Fridays at Tecumseh Public Library
Nebraska Extension and 4-H are joining forces with the Tecumseh Library to offer weekly craft activities for FREE.
YOUTH FOOTBALL CLINIC - registration due July 1st
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JCC Football and Tecumseh Youth Football are sponsoring a Youth Football Clinic
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NE Extension to offer Parenting Classes at Tecumseh Public Library
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News and Announcements
Recycling is good for Tecumseh
Tecumseh Recycling Center is located 1/2 block South of Clay Street between 5th and 6th Streets. There are signs located on either side of the intersection directing you to the Recycling Site. No Sorting Required. Check out the attached flyer for all the details. The City provides this service at no charge for its residents, so please abide by the guidelines. Help keep our environment clean and Recycle. If you are dropping your recycling off and the bins are full, please contact Lisa Beethe at the City Clerk's office at 402-335-4011.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOUR RECYCLABLES ON THE GROUND, PLEASE WAIT UNTIL NEW EMPTY BINS ARE IN PLACE. THIS USUALLY ONLY TAKES A FEW DAYS. THANK YOU.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOUR RECYCLABLES ON THE GROUND, PLEASE WAIT UNTIL NEW EMPTY BINS ARE IN PLACE. THIS USUALLY ONLY TAKES A FEW DAYS. THANK YOU.
Are you new to the area?
Click on the New Resident page to find information on rentals, employment and other City information. Or view the City Services page to better acquaint yourself with Tecumseh.
Looking to move to Tecumseh...check out the local jobs by clicking the local jobs button to the left...you can also explore our "New Resident" page to see other services and opportunities that are available in Tecumseh.
NOTICES to Tecumseh Residents
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- No person, firm, or corporation shall erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, improve, remove, convert, or demolish any building, structure, swimming pool, or parking lot in the City, or within one (1) mile of the corporate limits of the City, or cause the same to be done, without first obtaining a Building Permit from the City Attorney, Bruce Dalluge. An building permit application can be printed here. A separate Building Permit is required for each building or structure. You can view more details about Building Permits in the City Codes.
Burn Permits
Burn Permits will no longer be available at the Sheriff's Office. Anyone wanting a burn permit in the Tecumseh Fire District will have to contact one of the following individuals:
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Pure Nebraska features several Tecumseh places of interest
Channel 10/11 was in Tecumseh taping an episode of their "Pure Nebraska" series at the Johnson County Museum. They will also feature Ramsey Family Fountain, St. Andrew's Catholic Church and the making of "Amerika." You can view the stories on 10/11 Pure Nebraska website.
Tecumseh Youngsters enjoy new park basketball hoops!
La ciudad de Tecumseh ofrece traducciones gratis en español de:
SOLICITUD PARA SERVICIOS PÚBLICOS
APLICACIÓN DE LICENCIA PARA PERROS
APLICACIÓN DE LICENCIA PARA GATOS
EXPLICACIÓN DE SERVICIOS DE BASURA
SOLICITUD DE PERMISO PARA CONSTRUIR
Para más información contacte a City Hall en 122 S. 4th St.
The City of Tecumseh offers free Spanish translation of
Water and Electric Utility Application
Dog & Cat License Application
Garbage Service Information
Building Permit
For more information contact City Hall at 122 S. 4th Street or go to the New Resident page
SOLICITUD PARA SERVICIOS PÚBLICOS
APLICACIÓN DE LICENCIA PARA PERROS
APLICACIÓN DE LICENCIA PARA GATOS
EXPLICACIÓN DE SERVICIOS DE BASURA
SOLICITUD DE PERMISO PARA CONSTRUIR
Para más información contacte a City Hall en 122 S. 4th St.
The City of Tecumseh offers free Spanish translation of
Water and Electric Utility Application
Dog & Cat License Application
Garbage Service Information
Building Permit
For more information contact City Hall at 122 S. 4th Street or go to the New Resident page
Veteran's Meetings & Events
- 1st Thursday - VFW Ladies Auxiliary - 1:00 p.m.
- 1st Thursday - VFW #8221 - 7:00 p.m.
- 2nd Tuesday - American Legion Auxiliary - 7:00 p.m.
- 2nd Wednesday - American Legion #2 - 7:00 p.m.
American Legion Building, 255 Clay Street, Tecumseh
School's out for the Summer...
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You can check out the monthly calendar by visiting JCC's website at www.jccentral.org or click here to go directly to their Google calendar. To view the monthly lunch menu calendar, visit their website and click on the JCC menu tab.
Driver's Education & Summer School run during June |
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Johnson County Central Schools is seeking monetary donations to help fund their Food Backpack program through the school. The 2015-2016 program was initiated and 50 local families will be receiving backpacks of food for the weekends. Supplying one backpack for the school year costs $250 but every donation counts. For more information or to make a donation, contact the program coordinator, Sally Hutt or Jon Rother, JCC elementary principal.
You can also visit the Lincoln Food Bank's Website and read more about this worthwhile program.
You can also visit the Lincoln Food Bank's Website and read more about this worthwhile program.
The TeamMates program, established by Tom and Nancy Osborne, was formed in an effort to provide support and encouragement for school-aged youth. Johnson County Central has begun a partnership with the TeamMates program and is actively recruiting mentors. If you would like more information or would like to be a part of this program, please contact the program coordinator Maggie Rother at maggie.rother@jccentral.org or via telephone at 402-335-7567.
View the entire calendar on Johnson County Hospital's website.
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Specialty Clinics at Johnson County Hospital
Once Weekly: Nuclear Medicine, Sleep Studies as needed. |
Johnson County Hospital Home Health Blood Pressure Clinics
For a 2019 schedule of Blood Pressure Clinics, call the Johnson County Hospital Home Health Service at 335-2074.
Their new offices are located at 292 Broadway. (Old Johnson County Medical Center building)
Their new offices are located at 292 Broadway. (Old Johnson County Medical Center building)
SENCA Tecumseh Center Menu
June 10-14
- Monday: Turkey Roast, Sweet Potato Casserole, Green Beans, Pumpkin Raisin Nut Bread
- Tuesday: Ham Salad Sandwich, Pasta Broccoli Salad, Cranberry Pineapple, Apple Jell-O Salad, Cookies
- Wednesday: Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Corn or Green Beans, Peaches
- Thursday: Goulash, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Fruit Salad, Peanut Butter Cookies
- Friday: Catfish, Tarter Sauce, Tater Tots, Mixed Vegetables, Cornbread
**10:30 a.m. FREE Blood Pressure Check & toe nails clipped
SENCA provides food pantry and services for our County
The Johnson County SENCA food pantry in Tecumseh is well stocked BUT they are still in need of some specialty items...they need paper products and hygiene items. Other food items needed include tuna helper, jelly, pancake mixes and Miracle Whip. If you have any questions, you can contact Terri Brethower at SENCA in Tecumseh, 402-335-2134.
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Johnson County SENCA offers several assistance programs.
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Are you a senior citizen who enjoys great company and a fun group, come join the Tuesday morning Breakfast Club at the SENCA Community Action Center, 172 S. 4th Street in Tecumseh at 6:30 a.m. See you there.
A variety of delicious breakfast favorites such as blueberry pancakes, French toast, breakfast casserole, fruits, ham, sausage or bacon; the cost is just $1.25.
We would also like to remind everyone that you can eat lunch at the Action Center for just $2.75, Monday through Friday. If you are homebound or don’t want to get out, call and order a Meal on Wheels delivered to your door for just $3.00.
A variety of delicious breakfast favorites such as blueberry pancakes, French toast, breakfast casserole, fruits, ham, sausage or bacon; the cost is just $1.25.
We would also like to remind everyone that you can eat lunch at the Action Center for just $2.75, Monday through Friday. If you are homebound or don’t want to get out, call and order a Meal on Wheels delivered to your door for just $3.00.
SCC Continuing Education Instructors Wanted
SCC Continuing Education is accepting applications for persons to teach non-credit learning opportunities in Johnson and Surrounding Counties. Classes are offered evenings and weekends. No teaching experience required. Average starting pay $18/hr for teaching time. Interested persons can submit contact information at www.southeast.edu/continuing
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Southeast Community College in Beatrice offers English as a Second Language class and GED preparation classes in Tecumseh. They currently have so many students that they are looking for adult volunteer tutors. For more information about becoming a Volunteer Tutor, call Mary Mach at 402-228-8236.
AseraCare Hospice is seeking Volunteers
AseraCare is seeking volunteers in the Tecumseh area. Companion volunteers simply spend time with patients and families. You can also share a special gift by becoming a hospice volunteer. Free training is provided and hours are flexible. For more information on how to become a volunteer, contact Rhonda Drewes at 402-228-6262 or email rhonda.drewes@aseracare.com.
What's Happening
What's going on in Tecumseh? Let us know and we'll post your community activity right here on the website!! Just email us at mmd.law@windstream.net
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Heritage Newspaper
In 1976 the Tecumseh Chieftain published a vintage version of the history of Johnson County. The attached pages about the heritage of Tecumseh can be viewed or printed by clicking on the icons below. Be aware, the pages are actually 11x17 if you are going to print them out.
Heritage Paper Section One
Heritage Paper Section Two
If you would like a paper copy of this Heritage Newspaper please call the Chieftain office at (402) 335-3394
Heritage Paper Section One
Heritage Paper Section Two
If you would like a paper copy of this Heritage Newspaper please call the Chieftain office at (402) 335-3394
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Historic Photo Page
Check out the new HISTORIC PHOTO PAGE!! Please leave your memories of these places and people by commenting on the photos. The photos scanned were donated to the Johnson County Museum and they allowed us to put them on the website. Thank you.
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