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In the News
There’s a lot happening across Phelps County, with new businesses opening, companies growing, and the residents testing out creative ideas. Learn what’s happening below, from groundbreakings to annual festivals. Read our stories and see why Phelps County is a wonderful place to live and do business.
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A new Nebraska first-time homebuyer program combined with PCDC’s down payment assistance grants could make Phelps County even more attractive for home seekers.In April, Nebraska lawmakers passed the First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account Act to help more Nebraskans put down roots in their community. This law was passed at the urging...
PCDC is spreading holiday cheer again this year with the GO! SPARKLE grant program.Businesses can apply to receive up to a $250 matching grant to enhance or expand exterior holiday lighting for Christmas or other holidays. The program supports a growing national trend: holiday décor matters to shoppers. According to a...
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PCDC has selected MomenTum Dance Academy for the 2025 Entrepreneurial Spirit Award, Business of the Year.The business will be honored at PCDC’s Hall of Fame Banquet on Thursday, October 29, at the Holdrege Country Club.“It means a lot to me to have the work we're doing recognized in this way,”...
AXIOS Selected as Friend of Phelps County
Oct 21 2026AXIOS Workforce & Talent Development has been selected as the 2025 Friend of Phelps County Award, Business of the Year. The organization will be honored at PCDC’s Hall of Fame Banquet on Thursday, October 29, at the Holdrege Country Club. American Ninja Warrior competitor Maggi Thorne will give the keynote address.AXIOS...
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Legacy Christian Celebrates Fifth School Year, Adding to Phelps County’s Community Assets
Sep 23 2026As 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...
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...
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...
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Sweet Blooms Village Growing More Than Flowers
Sep 23 2026PCDC’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...
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...
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Growing a Good Life in Phelps County
Aug 27 2026In 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...
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Holdrege Fitness Co. Expanding
Aug 27 2026A 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...
Big City Amenities, Small Town Living
Aug 27 2026Some 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...
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...
From Holdrege Graduate to Local Entrepreneur
Jul 30 2026Growing 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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Mahundis Launch TruHaven In-Home Care
Jun 26 2026Alex 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...
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...
Andersons Choose Holdrege for Family & Future
Jun 17 2026For 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...
Cables Cultivate Growth in Phelps County
Jun 17 2026From 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...
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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...
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,...
