As teens approaching driving age are preparing to switch gears into summer, it may be time for them to think about signing up for Driver’s Education. Check out our Auto section on May 5 to learn about the proven benefits of Driver’s Ed courses and what a local course will entail.
At the end of last week, 110 unsold boxes of Girl Scout cookies were piled in the corner of Jill Henrickson’s living room. Not only are they a challenge to look at, but to the five-girl troop Hendrickson leads, they are a deficit to their projected funding for field trips and camps. The co-leader for Crete’s Troop 28650, consisting of Brownie- and Junior-level members, said the cookie sales process begins in the middle of February and lasts six weeks. On the bright side, the troop can sell until the cookies are gone. The boxes are $5 each and will go towards a camping trip planned for the beginning of summer to Timberlake Ranch. Although gluten free and thin mints are no longer available, all of the other options currently are. To place an order for cookies, text Hendrickson at (402) 304-1137.
Crete Public Schools is holding a retirement open house at the Cardinal Welcome Center on May 15 from 4:15-6:15 pm. The following staff members will be honored: Paul Smith, Carmen Castaneda, Tim Smejdir, Laura Lionberger, Chris Picard, Teresa Muff, Rachel Petersen, Mary Boyer and Maricela Flores. The public is welcome to attend.
The Friend American Legion and Sons of the American Legion are hosting a Tacos and Margs night on May 3 at the Legion Hall in honor of Cinco de Mayo. Food and margaritas will be served beginning at 5 p.m. by free will donation and will be available while supplies last.
The Crete Chamber of Commerce Cinco de Mayo celebration will be held on Sunday, May 5 from 12-6 p.m. in the Crete City Park. The all ages, family friendly event will feature traditional dancers, pinatas and music. There will be a wide selection of cultural craft and food vendors.
