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Norfolk Hosts Annual NEDA Conference
Earlier last month, Norfolk, Nebraska had the privilege to host the annual Nebraska Economic Development Association (NEDA) conference at Divots Conference Center & Norfolk Lodge & Suites. NEDA is Nebraska’s leading association of professional economic...
Rural Nebraska town dreams big, far exceeds fund-raising goal for local improvements
LEIGH, Nebraska — This small town in east-central Nebraska is pushing back on the narrative that rural communities are dying. Leigh supporters, including more than a dozen Leigh High School alumni, recently went way beyond a challenge to raise $200,000 for future...
NPPD’s Economic Development Team Recent Publications
Nebraska Public Power District’s Economic Development most recently issued the following publications. Community Guides – Be sure to read about all that these communities have to offer. Cozad, Nebraska Deshler, Nebraska Hebron, Nebraska Trend Studies - Be sure to read...
Cuming County Economic Development, Inc. Holds Resource Event
Last month Cuming County Economic Development, Inc. (CCED) held a Resource Event at the Philadelphia Room in West Point, Nebraska. This event was offered to individuals in and around Cuming County, providing a valuable networking opportunity for start-up businesses...
Gov. Pillen Honor Seward as Nebraska’s 2024 – “Showcase Community” during Community Development Month
Pictured left to right - Major Craig Strong, Adjutant General of the Nebraska National Guard; Josh Eickmeier, Mayor of Seward; Governor Jim Pillen; Jonathan Jank, President & CEO of Seward County Chamber & Development Partnership Earlier this month, Governor...
City of Wahoo Utilities Solar Project Showing Big Results
When the City of Wahoo started to develop a solar project that would help supply residents with renewable energy, they knew a location close to a substation would be ideal. After the initial selected site fell through, the City of Wahoo and development partner GenPro...
NPPD’s Economic Development Team Recent Publications
Nebraska Public Power District’s Economic Development most recently issued the following publications. Trend Studies - Minden, Nebraska/ Kearney County Trend Study - Be sure to read how Minden compares to other communities on labor force, employment, wages,...
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast – Helping to Revitalize the Cornhusker State
Pictured left to right: Marcie Sextro and Sheila Jenkinson If you love your small town and are looking at ways to make it even better, join Sheila Jenkinson and Marcie Sextro in their Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast. In this podcast, they talk to community leaders...
NPPD welcomes Paxton Community
Nebraska Public Power District is excited to announce that the Village of Paxton as its newest retail customer. An open house was held at the Paxton Community Center in March to welcome in customers to discuss the services offered. It was a great turnout of community...
DED and GROW Nebraska Announce Statewide Availability of the Nebraska Small Business Assistance Act Program, Invite Pre-Applications for Program Benefits
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED), in collaboration with GROW Nebraska Foundation, is pleased to announce the statewide availability of the Nebraska Small Business Assistance Act (NSBAA) Program. The purpose of the program is to support individuals...
Sunneday continues to grow in Pawnee City
Pictured left to right: daughter Sicilia, Mark Sunneberg Jr., son Lukas, Mark's wife Brittany, and daughter Sophia. Local engineer and alumni has returned to his roots, bringing his family and his business with him to Pawnee City. Mark Sunneberg Jr., initial start to...
Lindsay Corporation Expands Lindsay, Nebraska, Manufacturing Operations
Lindsay Corporation, a global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology, plans to expand its production operations in Lindsay, Nebraska. The $50 million investment will include an additional 40,000 square feet, new...
Changes to the NPPD Economic Development Newsletter
Beginning in April, the monthly Economic Development newsletter will be moving to a quarterly publication. Going forward, look for our newsletter on the second Wednesday of the first month of the quarter. If you or anyone you know is interested in receiving our...
Nebraska: The Good Life
Nebraska is built for connections with a centralized location that includes nine major airports and over 300 miles of inland waterways. The state has the infrastructure network, programs, and economic development support in place to assist businesses looking to expand...
Worm farm near Tilden has a Firm Foundation
After Brent graduated from college, he took on more responsibility around the family farm. Brent said his two uncles and his father, Loren Broberg, really helped him get started in agriculture. They continue to help each other with the row crop aspect. It takes a lot...