https://www.phelpscountyne.com Phelps County Development Corporation News Feed Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:02:24 +0000 en-US https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69770/legacy-christian-celebrates-fifth-school-year-adding-to-phelps-countys-community-assets https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69770/legacy-christian-celebrates-fifth-school-year-adding-to-phelps-countys-community-assets Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 As students across Phelps County settle into a new school year, Legacy Christian School is celebrating a milestone of its own: five years of educating local students. What began in 2022 with just over 20 students in kindergarten through fourth grade has grown into a school serving 80 students from... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69769/ninja-warrior-to-speak-at-inspirational-pcdc-banquet https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69769/ninja-warrior-to-speak-at-inspirational-pcdc-banquet Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Phelps County Development Corporation’s 2026 Hall of Fame banquet will be a night of inspiration and celebration with the theme “Leading Today – Shaping Tomorrow.”Former UNL athlete and Ninja Warrior Maggi Thorne of Omaha will give the keynote address.Thorne is a nine-time participant in the popular TV show American... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69768/my-fair-ladys-fashions-&-frills-welcomes-shoppers-with-a-fresh-new-look https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69768/my-fair-ladys-fashions-&-frills-welcomes-shoppers-with-a-fresh-new-look Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 What started as a broken window has resulted in a remodeled storefront and an improved shopping experience at My Fair Lady’s Fashions and Frills.Owner Margaret Kring said she arrived at the store in late 2025 to find a cracked window. After researching repair options, she decided it was time for... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69760/sweet-blooms-village-growing-more-than-flowers https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69760/sweet-blooms-village-growing-more-than-flowers Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 PCDC’s goal is to “GROW37,” and a recent GO! Business Grant is helping a local flower business do exactly that.What started as a flower subscription business in 2023 has blossomed into a multifaceted agricultural enterprise and event business for Abbigail Thorell, owner of Sweet Blooms Village in Loomis. Thorell hails from... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69755/gray-creates-professional-opportunity-in-phelps-county https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/69755/gray-creates-professional-opportunity-in-phelps-county Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Attracting young professionals to return home to Phelps County can have a big impact on the community.Zach Gray is a great example. He returned home after college and law school to launch his own business, serve his community and raise a family. He is one of many Phelps County residents... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68992/growing-a-good-life-in-phelps-county https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68992/growing-a-good-life-in-phelps-county Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000 In the 1980s, John and Michelle Williams were teenagers growing up in Phelps County. Their days were filled with sports practices for the Loomis Wolves and Holdrege Dusters, working part-time jobs, and hanging out with friends.Today, John and Michelle are successful business owners of Ag Service Associates and recently celebrated... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68984/holdrege-fitness-co-expanding https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68984/holdrege-fitness-co-expanding Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000 A PCDC grant is helping a downtown fitness center expand.Adam Jantzi, owner of Holdrege Fitness Co., 311 East Ave., said he is adding 25 percent more space to his 24-hour gym plus new equipment and personal training.“The PCDC grant helped us get to the point where the ROI on the... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68982/big-city-amenities-small-town-living https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68982/big-city-amenities-small-town-living Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Some believe that moving to a small community like Holdrege means giving up the amenities, entertainment and experiences you would find in a larger city.Spend a little time in Holdrege, and you might change your mind.For a community of just more than 5,000 people, Holdrege and the surrounding Phelps County... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68573/phelps-county-is-a-great-place-to-be-a-kid-and-raise-one https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68573/phelps-county-is-a-great-place-to-be-a-kid-and-raise-one Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 This summer, 9-year-old Vivian Engelbert hit her first home run playing softball at Holdrege’s brand new sports complex. She and her sisters perform dance recitals and school concerts on the stage of the Tassel, an upscale performing arts center. She plays every sport imaginable at the local YMCA and enjoys... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68571/from-holdrege-graduate-to-local-entrepreneur https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68571/from-holdrege-graduate-to-local-entrepreneur Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Growing up in Holdrege, Marcus VanEperen said he felt valued because of the sense of community and people’s kindness toward him.“Whether it was through school, community events, or simply knowing my neighbors, there was always a feeling that people cared and wanted to see one another succeed,” he said. “I... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68569/steinshouer-pieces-together-new-career-at-sew-with-dani-jo https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68569/steinshouer-pieces-together-new-career-at-sew-with-dani-jo Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 A former Holdrege High School geometry teacher has traded lesson plans for fabric bolts with the opening of a new quilt and fabric store in downtown Holdrege.Dani Steinshouer is opening Sew With Dani Jo at 802 4th Avenue this summer. The location is strategically located within the Iron Horse Arts... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68259/kim-and-jeremy-klein-help-phelps-county-residents-navigate-the-real-estate-market https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68259/kim-and-jeremy-klein-help-phelps-county-residents-navigate-the-real-estate-market Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Buyers or sellers entering the real estate market in Phelps County can contact Kim and Jeremy Klein, who have been active in the area since 1997. The Kleins, owners of Real Estate Connection, enjoy helping people start their next chapters – especially first-time homebuyers.“I love helping people, particularly those who... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/invest-in-pcdc/investor-profiles/p/item/68215/glenwood-provides-highspeed-internet-that-connects-nebraska-communities https://www.phelpscountyne.com/invest-in-pcdc/investor-profiles/p/item/68215/glenwood-provides-highspeed-internet-that-connects-nebraska-communities Tue, 07 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Glenwood is a full-service telecommunications provider that spans 17 Nebraska counties. Since 1957, its employees have operated on the core values of quality customer service and quick connections. The Glenwood team is also actively involved in Phelps County life and in the other communities it serves.“Large companies can deliver internet... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/invest-in-pcdc/investor-profiles/p/item/68124/diana-watson-sees-how-economic-development-impacts-phelps-county https://www.phelpscountyne.com/invest-in-pcdc/investor-profiles/p/item/68124/diana-watson-sees-how-economic-development-impacts-phelps-county Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Phelps County Development Corporation (PCDC) supports business development, entrepreneurial growth, and residents across the region. PCDC, a non-profit organization, is supported by investors, both individuals and businesses, who make financial contributions to ensure development operations and programs continue to be led at the local level, ensuring that money collected... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68130/new-gallery-new-businesses-add-momentum-to-iron-horse-arts-district https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68130/new-gallery-new-businesses-add-momentum-to-iron-horse-arts-district Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 A music studio, creative wellness center, photography business and new art gallery are all adding energy to downtown Holdrege. Together, they represent the growing impact of the Iron Horse Arts District and its mission to spark economic growth through the arts.The Iron Horse Arts District opened its new Art Gallery... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68129/mahundis-launch-truhaven-inhome-care https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/68129/mahundis-launch-truhaven-inhome-care Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Alex and Kadi Mahundi are excited to announce the launch of TruHaven In-Home Care, a locally owned and operated home care agency dedicated to helping seniors live safely, independently, and with dignity in the comfort of their own homes.“TruHaven was founded on the belief that every person deserves to be... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67985/andersons-choose-holdrege-for-family-&-future https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67985/andersons-choose-holdrege-for-family-&-future Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 For Joseph and Jaimee Anderson, returning to Holdrege wasn't part of the original plan. Like many young adults, they left their hometown to pursue education, careers, and new experiences.  They returned for what was supposed to be a temporary stay when Jaimee’s dad was diagnosed with cancer. But during that... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67984/cables-cultivate-growth-in-phelps-county https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67984/cables-cultivate-growth-in-phelps-county Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 From providing locally raised beef through Cross Diamond Meats to revitalizing the Bertrand Farmer's Market, Meredith Cable and her husband, Corey, have invested in ventures that strengthen connections and bring vitality to Phelps County.For Meredith, entrepreneurship was never part of the original plan.She grew up near St. Edward on a... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67758/why-strategic-planning-matters-for-rural-communities https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67758/why-strategic-planning-matters-for-rural-communities Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 By Jeff Hofaker, PCDC Executive DirectorWe have discussed both community and economic development basics in the last few articles. Our discussion today will cover planning, specifically strategic planning.  In a few, unique locations across the country, growth seems to occur almost naturally without any formal planning. These growth areas are... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67757/17-students-awarded-2026-highdemand-jobs-scholarships https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67757/17-students-awarded-2026-highdemand-jobs-scholarships Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Seventeen students will receive a share of $35,000 in scholarships to pursue future careers in Phelps County.  The High Demand Jobs Scholarships are part of the Phelps County Development Corporation’s efforts to create a quality local workforce. The students will return to Phelps County after graduation to work. This year,... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67756/holdrege-hits-home-run-with-new-37-million-baseballsoftball-complex https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67756/holdrege-hits-home-run-with-new-37-million-baseballsoftball-complex Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 After a long journey and a few extra innings, Holdrege’s dream of a first-class youth baseball and softball complex is finally a reality.“This is a symbol that the community is moving a very positive direction,” Holdrege Mayor Jim Liffrig said. “I understand the frustration people had as the project took... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67755/nuestra-familia-food-truck-opens-in-hotel-parking-lot https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67755/nuestra-familia-food-truck-opens-in-hotel-parking-lot Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 A new food experience arrived in Holdrege in April.  The Nuestra Familia Food Truck is drawing a steady stream of customers eager for a quick and authentic Mexican meal. It is parked at the Cobblestone Inn & Suites parking lot Wednesdays through Saturdays.  For owners Jorge Almazan and Megan Almazan,... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67646/3-ways-leaders-can-encourage-successful-ai-adoption https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67646/3-ways-leaders-can-encourage-successful-ai-adoption Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Every few months, another headline declares an AI revolution. And by the numbers, they’re not wrong—more than eight in 10 human resources professionals are now using AI as part of their day-to-day work, according to the latest General Assembly’s State of Tech Talent report.But when you ask a follow-up question,... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67754/weve-had-the-best-time-living-here-rural-veterinarians-and-tv-stars-grateful-for-having-chosen-the-good-life-in-nebraska https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67754/weve-had-the-best-time-living-here-rural-veterinarians-and-tv-stars-grateful-for-having-chosen-the-good-life-in-nebraska Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Working in a rural vet clinic is its own animal!” Ben Schroeder exclaimed, taking a short break between helping a horse named Ginger and caring for an injured calf.As he spoke, a multi-parameter monitor beeped in the background where Ben’s wife, Erin, performed dental surgery on a dog wrapped in... https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67521/unlocking-airport-funding-how-communities-can-turn-planning-into-progress https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/67521/unlocking-airport-funding-how-communities-can-turn-planning-into-progress Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 For many communities, the biggest barrier to airport development isn’t vision — it’s funding. City leaders worry about local match requirements. Airport managers feel overwhelmed by federal processes. Economic developers see opportunity but struggle to connect aviation investments to broader growth goals.The reality is, the funding is out there for...