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Footings In Place For New School
Nov 8 2023Crews from Walker Foundations and Heartland Concrete Placement, both of Columbus, spent last week and this week preparing and pouring the footings for the new Zion Elementary School facility.Read the full article here.

The entrepreneurial journey often begins with an idea, passion, and, quite frankly, a limited budget. While the digital age has ushered in numerous opportunities for aspiring business minds, capital remains a primary concern for many. But worry not because the current market landscape is brimming with low-cost startup ideas that...

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has opened applications for the Microenterprise Assistance Program’s Micro-Lending and Technical Assistance awards. Up to $1,477,000 in Micro-Lending, and up to $2,954,000 in Micro-Technical Assistance funds will be awarded this cycle. Applications must be submitted to the Department no later than 5:00 p.m...

WASHINGTON, November 1, 2023 - Today, President Biden will travel to Northfield, Minnesota to visit Dutch Creek Farms to lead his Administration’s Investing in Rural America Event Series and highlight investments from the Biden Administration in Rural America. During the visit, President Biden will announce over $5 billion in new...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, October 26, 2023For more information, contact:Brady MoellerThe Gateway to Growth and Opportunity in Pierce County, NebraskaPIERCE, NE -- Pierce County Economic Development is pleased to announce the launch of its new website, developed in collaboration with Golden Shovel Agency, to enhance its online presence. Located at https://www.pcedne.org/,...

The Fine Art Of Interrupting People On Zoom
Oct 13 2023Allison Shapira doesn’t shy away from using her voice: A self-proclaimed extrovert, the founder of a public speaking training firm and a former opera singer, she’s rarely had trouble knowing how to speak up. But even Shapira makes mistakes when it comes to that nuanced yet high-stakes act of virtual...

I’ll let you in on a little secret: Google’s apps and services are absolutely overflowing with buried treasures.More than any other tech company, Google loves tucking interesting options and features into out-of-the-way places. Some of the best elements of Gmail, Google Calendar, and other popular productivity tools are almost completely...

Jodie and Luke Altwine are passionate about small towns, especially Plainview, Nebraska. Having lived in the community since 2003, Jodie said they were inspired to open Altwine Hardware & Home because they saw a need for residents to be able to purchase hardware and homegoods within Plainview. “Our main goal...

Pure Revival Salon, located at 104 S. Main in Plainview, Nebraska is an Aveda Salon and Spa owned by entrepreneurs Bree Nichenbaum and Jacquie King. They opened the salon in October, 2021, bringing glamor, relaxation and wellness services to residents of Pierce County, Nebraska. “Thank you to everyone who has...

Tiger Town Grocery Store
Aug 31 2023Kayla and Luke Hart have joined a growing group of young entrepreneurs doing business in Pierce County, Nebraska. Having purchased Tiger Town Food Center in Osmond, the couple looks forward to serving the community for years to come. “Kayla and Luke Hart are ensuring the continuity of Osmond’s grocery store...

Plainview, Nebraska, United States--The Plainview Klown Doll Museum in Plainview, Nebraska, United States, supported by the city and the chamber of commerce, is run by volunteers and a board, is funded by donations, especially by high school alumni,
and home to over 7,000 clown related items, setting the world record...

Scholarships and awards handed out at Ag Banquet
Jun 23 2023MADISON - The eighth annual Northeast Nebraska Ag Banquet was held Thursday night at the Madison County Fairgrounds.
A number of scholarships were handed out to area students going to college and studying in an Ag related field.
Scholarship winner included Carter Beckman of Elgin, Brady Cook of...

Midland University is recognizing 527 students for their outstanding achievements in being named to the Spring 2023 Academic Awards list. Midland students were honored through four awards (President’s List, President’s Achievement Award, Dean’s List, and Dean’s Achievement Award) for the semester. Midland is proud to honor these students for their...

BRUNSWICK - A Brunswick company that has been around for decades is set to celebrate a big milestone this week.
J.E. Meuret Grain will celebrate its 100th anniversary this Saturday. The founder, Joseph Edward, purchased the Brunswick Elevator in 1923 and ran it until his unexpected death in 1947...