Lydia attended the Pender Community Hospital ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremonies on Monday September 27th for building the new hospital. The project is planned just south of the current hospital location with construction taking approximately 14 months to complete. The new hospital is planning to open early in 2012.
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Lydia campaigned at the Last Fling ’til Spring Car Show in West Point on Sunday afternoon September 19th. The show is Mid-America’s Largest One-Day Car Show. Home of the MONSTER Trophies. Over a mile of cars…600-700 cars expected. Sponsored by the Road Gems Car Club Inc.
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Lydia attended the official annual Thurston County Farm Bureau banquet and meeting held at the Twin Creeks Golf Club in Pender on Wednesday September 15th. The banquet was organized by Thurston County Farm Bureau President Joel Lamplot and featured guest speaker Farm Bureau President Keith Olson. Over 50 people attended and two presentations were made at the banquet. A great dinner was enjoyed by all. Lydia and Lee are second generation Thurston County Farm Bureau members. They farm in Thurston, Burt and Cuming counties. Their fourth generation family farm in rural Bancroft was once known as the Tri-County Farm.
L-R: Keith Olson, Lydia Brasch, Joel Lamplot
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The Lydia Brasch for Legislature campaign visited Thurston, NE Sunday afternoon September 12 during the annual Watermelon Days celebration. During the celebration, Lydia posed with a parade entry of twin babies dressed in watermelon outfits who also happened to be the children of Brasch supporters:
Lydia also toured the Blu-Jet Manufacturing plant while in Thurston on Sept. 12th:
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Another magnificent Lydia Brasch fundraiser was held in Thurston County on Thursday September 9th at Pender, NE. A beautiful September evening surrounded by emerald greens at the Twin Creeks Golf Club was the perfect setting for a spectacular spread of mouth-watering beef sandwiches, delicious salads and dazzling desserts. Sounds of laughter and smiles were abundant among the red, white and blue joy filled room. Despite several community event conflicts, dozens of friends and strong supporters attended and enjoyed the fun while others sent words of support and contributions ahead in their absence. See the Thurston County fundraiser slideshow.
Recognized were Naomi Brummond, Thurston County Chairwoman, along with Pauline Westerhold, Margaret Reppert, Dorothy Krusemark, Susie Lorensen, Mary Bruns, Lea Ann Tremayne and Ashley Tremayne Christensen. These women worked to create the extraordinary magic and success of this event. Several of the men attending were also named and recognized as special executive assistants to the women in an evening so very well done.
Roger and Lea Ann Tremayne were Fundraiser benefactors. Kenny and Naomi Brummond were Fundraiser sponsors along with the Thurston County GOP sponsorship of the evening. Supporters were recognized for their months of dedication and work in many District 16 events. Heartfelt appreciation was extended to everyone for the success of the fundraiser and their continued and growing support until November 2!
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With special guests Jon Bruning, Mike Foley and Bob Evnen.
Another tremendous Lydia Brasch fundraiser was held in Lincoln, NE and hosted at the home of Mark and Chris Whitehead on September 1, 2010. Mark is owner of Whitehead Oil Co. and former Nebraska State Fair 1868 Foundation Chairman. Special guests included Nebraska State Attorney General Jon Bruning, Nebraska State Auditor Mike Foley and Nebraska State Board of Education Member Bob Evnen. Please view a slideshow of the event, photos courtesy of one of the event sponsors, Bob Dunn.
The list of the Lincoln Brasch fundraiser sponsors:
| Governor Charley Thone | NE Farm Bureau Federation PAC |
| Governor Kay Orr & Bill Orr | NE Association of Insurance & Financial Advisors |
| Don Adams | Nebraska First |
| Dorothy Anderson | Jim & Kathy Newcomm |
| Debby Brehm | Greg & Faye Osborn |
| Heidi Cuca | Kirt & Cindy Rutledge |
| Dean Dennhardt | Darlene Starman |
| Bob & Delores Dunn | Patty Wade |
| Mark & Sara Fahleson | Faith White |
| John Hoppe, Jr. | Mark & Chris Whitehead |
| Mark Hunzeker | Shalla Young |
| Dan & Angie Muhleisen |
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Fundraiser in West Point with Special Guests Gov. Dave Heineman & Debra Bosshart
On Monday evening August 30, over 65 people enjoyed a special time and great fun at the Lydia Brasch For Legislature Fundraiser. The event, held at the Nielsen Community Center in West Point, was a great success. Please see the photo slideshow of the West Point fundraiser. A patriotic theme prevailed with Red, White & Blue everywhere, thanks to the creative skills of Karen and Kara Baumert. There was plenty of food prepared by Valeria Schlecht and Mary Lauritzen, who now have fundraiser food prep down to an art. No one went thirsty, thanks to Ed Kaup, who set up the beverage bar and provided something for everyone.
Gov. Heineman had the opportunity to visit with just about everybody, and Deb Bosshart, primary candidate for the District 16 Legislative seat was recognized for her commitment and dedication. Gov. Heineman expressed his gratitude for those who are willing to step forward and commit to public service. Lydia Brasch spoke about her motivation to run and thanked her volunteers and supporters. Deb Bosshart spoke of the great lessons learned in conducting a campaign and running for office.
The Cuming County Choraliers brought their special talents with two medleys of American music, that combined patriotic hymns and the themes of each branch of the Armed Forces. An added touch was honoring veterans of each branch by asking those in attendance to step forward and be recognized as each theme was sung. Food, Fun & Funds – thanks to the generosity of the supporters – made for a memorable and beautiful August evening as we officially kick off campaign season.
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Lydia Brasch is a lifelong Nebraskan, farm wife and a proud first generation American. Lydia’s parents emigrated from the Ukraine to the United Stated and instilled a strong work ethic in all their children.
Lydia worked in media and public relations and for the Nebraska Department of Revenue. During her career, Lydia worked with four Nebraska Governors and six State Tax Commissioners. Due to the hard work Lydia displayed, she has earned the endorsement and friendship of Governor Dave Heineman, previous Governor Kay Orr and United States Senator Mike Johanns.
Lydia currently helps her husband Lee on the farm while selling educational software for special education students. This career has provided valuable insight to not only the broad challenges and needs of education, but a view of the impact the economy has made on school districts.
Lydia and her husband enjoy spending time with their two children and four grandchildren. They enjoy being active in the community and are faithful members of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bancroft. Please see the “About” page for more details.
