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.
Pay your City Utility Bill ONLINE!
NEW CITY OFFICE HOURS BEGIN NOVEMBER 4TH
Beginning Monday, November 4th, the City office will be open Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For your convenience, the office will be open during the lunch hour. If you have any questions, you can also call the office at 402-335-3570.
Christmas Shoebox Collection at First Baptist Church
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It's time to fill and donate the Christmas Shoeboxes for delivery to those less fortunate children around the world. Shoeboxes can be picked up at First Baptist Church in Tecumseh and returned during the Collections time between November 18-25. Each shoebox contains a brochure listing items that can be used for gifts. Persons can also donate shipping costs ($9 each box). Collection times at First Baptist Church: November 18, 19, 21 & 22 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.; November 20 from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.; November 23 & 24 from 9:00 to noon and November 25 from 9:00 to noon. If you have questions, please call the Church Office at 402-335-2225.
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JCC Shoe Drive Fundraiser
The JCC Band is collecting SHOES - any size, any style - MUST BE in wearable condition, no holes or caked on mud. Tennis shoes, boots, slippers, flip flops, baby shoes, kids shoes, adult shoes...ANY SHOES! All shoes must be turned in to JCC School by January 21, 2020. Shoes are shipped overseas to micro-businesses in needy countries.
Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner
The Tecumseh First United Methodist Church is once again hosting a Thanksgiving Day community dinner. The dinner will be held on Thursday, Thanksgiving day at 12:00 noon. They will provide turkey, potatoes, dressing and a beverage. They ask that you bring a side dish to share if you are attending the meal. Please RSVP by November 18th to 402-335-3888, but last minute arrivals are welcome too.
Christmas on the Square
Join the Tecumseh Chamber of Commerce on Sunday, December 1st for a visit with SANTA!! There will be treats for the kids and Christmas vendors for everyone else...All events will be at the Community Building. The Museum will be also open on Sunday. The Community Building will open at 2:00 p.m. and Santa will arrive at 5:00 p.m. Come early and peruse the vendors and the Museum and stay to get a photo with Santa.
JCC Middle School holding Pajama Drive
Pajama Program is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that promotes and supports a comforting bedtime routine for children facing challenges beyond their control
PAJAMA DRIVE? The JCC 6th-8th grade students are participating in the annual Scholastic Book Club Pajama Drive. For every pair of NEW pajamas donated, Scholastic Book Clubs will donate a brand new book to the program for kids who are affected by instability. The program is in need of pajamas of all sizes, for all ages, and for all seasons! All donated pajamas need to be brought to the school by Wednesday, December 4th. If you have questions, you may contact Julie Beach or Linsey Meints at the middle school.
The Giving Tree @ JCC
During the month of December, please stop by the entry of each JCC site and check out the tree ornaments! Each ornament lists a request from a JCC teacher for items to use in their classrooms. Participation is easy...1) pick an ornament, 2) Fulfill the request & 3) Return the item(s) to the school office with the ornament tag attached by December 20th. You can help make a few classroom withes come true for our teachers. If you have any questions, contact Alicia Brommer at abrommer01@gmail.com
Sponsored by the JCC PTO
Sponsored by the JCC PTO
TSCI to host BloodMobile
The American Red Cross Bus will be at TSCI, 2725 North Hwy 50, on December 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please contact Denise at 402-335-5100 or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter TSCI to schedule an appointment.
5th Annual Christmas Cantata at St. John's
St. John's Lutheran Church, 1260 Webster, Tecumseh, will present their 5th annual Christmas Cantata on Sunday, December 22nd at 6:00 p.m. For more info contact Kevin McKinney at 402-335-8271 or the church office at 402-335-3816.
News and Announcements
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.
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 Janelle Moran 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.
Notices for Tecumseh Residents
- Parking on Emergency Snow Routes
Residents are reminded that it is unlawful to park on any street declared a snow emergency route (City Ordinance §5-310) - For a map of the Emergency Snow Routes, click here.
- Sidewalk Cleaning Ordinance
Sidewalks are to be kept clean of snow, sleet, ice, mud or other substance. All sidewalks are to be cleaned within 24 hours of cessation of a storm. (City Ordinance §8-205) - For more details, click here.
- 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 - 1:30 p.m.
- 1st Thursday - VFW #8221 - 7:00 p.m.
- 3rd Tuesday - American Legion Auxiliary - 7:00 p.m.
- 3rd Wednesday - American Legion #2 - 7:00 p.m.
American Legion Building, 255 Clay Street, Tecumseh
Check out what's happening at JCC
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Home Activities This Week
ARE YOU A THUNDERBIRD SPORTS SPONSOR?? You can donate to the Booster Club and help them raise money for uniforms and equipment for the athletic department. Click here to print the donation flyer. Go T-Birds! |
You can view 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.
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Johnson County Central Schools is seeking monetary donations to help fund their Food Backpack program through the school. The program was initiated in 2015 and 50 local families receive 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, or mail checks made payable to Johnson County Central Backpack Program to: Sally Hutt, P.O. Box 274, Tecumseh, NE 68450
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.
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 |
November 25-29
*Free toenail clinic - 10:30 a.m.
Anyone can eat lunch at the Action Center for just $6 ($5 for over age 60), Monday through Friday. If you are home bound or don’t want to get out, call and order Meals on Wheels delivered to your door. All meals are subject to change. Please call 402-335-2134 by 9:30 a.m. to reserve a meal.
The coffee pot is "perking" every morning between 8:30 and 10:30. Please come in and enjoy a bottomless cup. A 75¢ donation is appreciated.
BINGO will be played on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Card players welcome.
- Monday: Ham, Baked Potato, Sweet Potato Casserole, Pumpkin Bar
- Tuesday: Roast Beef Vegetable Soup, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Cranberry-Apple-Pineapple Jell-O, Rice Krispy Bar
- Wednesday: Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Corn or Green Beans, Mixed Fruit
- Thursday: Thanksgiving - Center Closed
- Friday: Thanksgiving vacation - Center Closed
*Free toenail clinic - 10:30 a.m.
Anyone can eat lunch at the Action Center for just $6 ($5 for over age 60), Monday through Friday. If you are home bound or don’t want to get out, call and order Meals on Wheels delivered to your door. All meals are subject to change. Please call 402-335-2134 by 9:30 a.m. to reserve a meal.
The coffee pot is "perking" every morning between 8:30 and 10:30. Please come in and enjoy a bottomless cup. A 75¢ donation is appreciated.
BINGO will be played on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Card players welcome.
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.
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.
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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