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Buffalo County, Nebraska, has long been a hub of manufacturing excellence, and three standout businesses—KAAPA Ethanol Holdings,LLC, Delux Manufacturing, and Badass Workbench—are prime examples of this evolution. They provide critical services and products that support industries like agriculture, energy, and logistics while boosting the local economy. KAAPA: Fueling the Future with...
Kinkaider Brewing Co. announces new Tri-Cities location following plans to close in Grand Island
Oct 25 2024KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - Kinkaider Brewing Company is moving its retail license from Grand Island to Kearney.Kinkaider co-owner Cody Schmick said they are planning to open up a location right off of I-80 in Kearney.Schmick said they are partnering with the Younes family to be a part of their complex,...
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) is pleased to announce the recipients of $10.72 million in awards under the 2024 application cycle of the Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund (NAHTF).The Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund (NAHTF) was established by the Nebraska Legislature in 1996 through the Nebraska Affordable Housing...
Meet the headless horseman of modern farming, a ghost in the machine that's no horror but a hero for growers who don’t have enough help or hours in the day.PTx Trimble showcases its OutRun system, an autonomous grain cart solution that goes on a farmer’s existing tractor to help them...
A new study by Credit Secrets ranks Nebraska as the most financially literate state in the country.The No. 1 spot in the analysis by the online site that offers resources to boost credit scores was pleasing, though not necessarily shocking, to Richard Baier, president and CEO of the Nebraska Bankers...
Nebraska Public Power District’s (NPPD) wholesale electric rates rank among the most affordable in the nation.In 2016, NPPD began benchmarking its wholesale rates against others in the nation, utilizing a database maintained by the National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation (CFC).The large group includes more than 800 electric utilities which...
Hiring by America’s employers picked up a bit in August from July’s sluggish pace, and the unemployment rate dipped for the first time since March in a sign that the job market may be cooling but remains sturdy.Employers added 142,000 jobs last month, up from just 89,000 in July, the...
Robert Messbarger, MD, of Kearney, has been named the inaugural associate dean for the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Medicine’s regional medical school campus in Kearney.Dr. Messbarger, a UNMC graduate, will officially step into the new role on Oct. 1, 2024. He currently is the college of medicine’s...
The airport in your community provides valuable services that are often overlooked. In addition to providing a runway, fuel, and a building, airports can be a hub of economic activity. It is an economic asset with the potential to produce revenue and services for the community.General Aviation FactsGenerates over $150...
Paxton Robertson isn’t wasting any time.The University of Nebraska at Kearney sophomore wants to take full advantage of the opportunities available to her during college.She’s double majoring in political science and Spanish translation and interpretation with a French minor and has already completed two impressive internships.After interning with the local...
Downtown isn’t just for cities, urban areas or song lyrics anymore. In the realm of economic development, the concept of a "downtown" has become a focal point for communities of all sizes. Far from being limited to major urban centers, downtowns play a significant role in fostering economic growth, cultural...
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is a destination for first-generation college students.That’s not just a catchy slogan. It’s a distinction students, faculty and staff take great pride in.UNK was recently recognized as a national leader in improving first-generation student success, joining 13 other universities from across the...
KEARNEY, Neb. (KSNB) - Four years ago, the opportunity for cities and towns in Nebraska to have a Creative District came about. Kearney’s “The Bricks” is now one of 32 certified Creative Districts in Nebraska, including becoming the eighth in central Nebraska. In 2022, art brought $3.6 billion into Nebraska’s...
Kearney City Manager, Brenda Jensen, announced today that the Department of Transportation has selected SkyWest Airlines as the Essential Air Service provider for Kearney Regional Airport. The three-year contract, awarded to SkyWest, will begin on November 1, 2024. SkyWest will operate 50 passenger regional jets with 12 nonstop roundtrip flights...
Earlier this month, Governor Jim Pillen welcomed 600 leaders to Younes Conference Center North in Kearney for “One Nebraska: the Governor’s Summit on Ag and Economic Development,” co-hosted by the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA).“We have unique strengths as a state that...
August 8, 2024 (Kearney, NE) – The City of Kearney and the Development Council for Buffalo County are proud to announce that Kearney has been selected as a finalist in Nebraska Public Power District’s (NPPD) feasibility study for advanced nuclear reactors. This significant milestone highlights Kearney's position as a leader...
KEARNEY —The Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet honoring the Kearney Police Department, Buffalo County Sheriff’s Office and Nebraska State Patrol was hosted at the Younes Conference Center North on Thursday, Aug 1.The event was hosted by the Friends of Law Enforcement, that was founded to honor area law enforcement officials and...
Two Central Nebraska healthcare providers are teaming up to provide more cancer treatment options to their patients. KEARNEY, Neb. – Two Central Nebraska healthcare providers are teaming up to provide more cancer treatment options to their patients.Nebraska Cancer Specialists (NCS) is moving into vacant space in the CHI Health Good Samaritan...
Miller & Associates: Pioneering Quality and Dependable Civil Engineering for Nearly 50 Years
Jul 21 2024Miller & Associates, Consulting Engineers, P.C. (M&A) was founded in 1976. Mr. Miller had one clear goal: to provide clients with quality, dependable service from experienced, professional staff. Today, this full-service civil engineering firm still embodies that vision, operating out of its headquarters in Kearney, Nebraska.M&A's long-standing relationships with communities...
Gibbon, NE - On May 13, 2024, the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED), in partnership with the Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD), conducted an extensive on-site evaluation of a potential industrial site east of Gibbon, Nebraska. The assessment, aimed at determining the site’s suitability for industrial development, brought together...
No Power, No Project
Jul 12 2024Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the data center market and the data center market is driving the energy market. I remember 20 years ago when the regulated utility companies were wondering where the next major power users were going to come from. Little did we realize consumer demand for Netflix,...
Brodie Mitchell and Alexys Hurt sat at a table inside a cozy coffee shop just off Interstate 80, sipping specialty drinks and discussing their decision to pursue a health care career.The University of Nebraska at Kearney students talked about their desire to help others and make a positive impact on...
Unlocking Economic Growth with General AviationHave you ever heard the hum of a plane overhead and wondered about the impact the local airport has on your community? You might be surprised to learn that general aviation airports are more than just takeoff and landing strips—they are powerful economic engines driving...
The more time I spend working in marketing, the more parallels I find between my professional and personal life. This makes sense because I am a human being with human experience. Naturally, there will be some synchronicities.I recently picked up Deepak Chopra's The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, and after...