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As we step into a new season, the Development Council is excited to showcase three examples of exceptional leadership that have shaped Kearney, the communities of Buffalo County, and beyond as part of our three-week “Legacy of Leadership” series.Mayor Stan Clouse of Kearney, Nebraska, has left an indelible mark on...
As we step into a new season, the Development Council is excited to showcase three examples of exceptional leadership that have shaped Kearney, the communities of Buffalo County, and beyond as part of our three-week “Legacy of Leadership” series.Since assuming leadership of the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) in...
As we step into a new season, the Development Council is excited to showcase three examples of exceptional leadership that have shaped Kearney, the communities of Buffalo County, and beyond as part of our three-week “Legacy of Leadership” series.Throughout his 19-year tenure as the City Manager of Kearney, Nebraska, Michael...
DED Director Belitz honors City of Kearney for recent accomplishments to grow Central Nebraska Efforts to welcome new industries and expand social opportunities in the city of Kearney (pop. 33,784) have earned recognition from the State of Nebraska. This week, the Nebraska Diplomats and the Department of Economic Development (DED) announced...
The interim city manager in Kearney is now stepping into the role on a permanent basis. KEARNEY, Neb. — The interim city manager in Kearney is now stepping into the role on a permanent basis.The Kearney City Council approved the employment agreement for Brenda Jensen on Tuesday. Her appointment will be...
KEARNEY — The City of Kearney held a “Topping Out” event on Thursday, April 4 for the Kearney SportsPlex, which is currently under construction on the south side of town along Interstate 80.Lauren Brandt, SportsPlex Manager, said after the ceremony that her feelings were hard to put into words, but...
Trevor Lee, DCBC Executive Director The Development Council for Buffalo County has announced their opposition to the proposed EPIC Option tax in Nebraska. The Tax Foundation's recent report has strengthened the Council's stance as it revealed significant findings.The EPIC Option aims to eliminate income, property, and inheritance taxes and replace them...
Kearney Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is a full-service acute care hospital employing nearly 900 people and contributing an estimated annual economic impact of over $260 million to Buffalo County. Leading the charge in healthcare excellence in Kearney, NE, and governed by the region’s first physician-led Board of Managers, KRMC is...
‘Keep living your dream’: Big Idea Kearney competition celebrates innovation, entrepreneurial spirit
Mar 7 2024KEARNEY – Alexis Bernthal’s reaction spoke for itself.She jumped up and down, waving an oversized check in the air before embracing her friends.The only words she could get out were “Oh my God.”“This shows me that this is something I can do and something I will do,” Bernthal said Tuesday...
CENTRAL CITY, Neb. — Nebraska's an agricultural powerhouse and the numbers back it up. Whether you call it the Beef State or the Cornhusker State, both titles fit as the new Census of Agriculture shows farms and thriving.While the crew restores an old John Deere tractor his grandpa would've used,...
KEARNEY – The transition from high school to college was a “really big change” for Karlie Wies.Away from her family for the first time, the University of Nebraska at Kearney freshman was a little overwhelmed by this new environment and the prospect of “figuring everything out on your own.”Then she...
KEARNEY, NE — At their February 2024 board meeting, the Development Council for Buffalo County appointed three new board members and gave thanks to a long-serving board member.The new members are Nathan Dorsey, Sr. Advisor, Community Banking at FNBO; Justin Gould, Sr. Operations Manager at Black Hills Energy, and Amanda...
Kearney native Lynelle Fritzen brings a wealth of knowledge about her community and professional connections to her role as associate director of business services at UNK.Before starting at UNK four years ago, she worked as a fitness specialist at CHI Health Good Samaritan and sports development manager at the Kearney...
Childcare Shortages in the United States: A Growing Crisis with Far-Reaching Consequences
Feb 5 2024Childcare shortages in communities across the United States have reached critical levels, leaving families struggling to secure affordable and quality care for their children as they attempt to earn a living and contribute to economic development. This article delves into the depth of the issue, examining the shortage of childcare...
Gov. Pillen Awards Prizes to Student Entrepreneurs through Inaugural New Venture Competition
Feb 5 2024On Thursday evening, Governor Jim Pillen awarded prizes to three teams of college entrepreneurs through the first-ever Nebraska Governor’s New Venture Competition. The contest, created to showcase and encourage student-led entrepreneurship, was overseen by the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Invest Nebraska, Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD), and the...
LINCOLN, NE -- As part of a comprehensive plan to reverse Nebraska’s brain drain and compete more effectively for top talent, Governor Jim Pillen today joined University of Nebraska (NU) Interim President Chris Kabourek and representatives from the Board of Regents in announcing a new scholarship for the state’s top...
Do you have Big Idea? Is it the next big business, product, or service? Or does your idea solve a problemReturning for an exciting 12th year, Big Idea Kearney is once again poised to give aspiring entrepreneurs a chance to win up to $2,000 in seed money to launch your...
DENVER, Colo. — Denver Air Connection is excited to announce a new ticketing and baggage transfer agreement with Delta Air Lines.This agreement allows passengers to book travel coordinated between Denver Air Connection and Delta Air Lines in a single reservation, with a single ticket and one credit card transaction.When traveling,...
Gov. Pillen touts $21 million in federal funding for I-80 Construction between Odessa and Kearney
Jan 26 2024LINCOLN — Governor Jim Pillen is touting the receipt of a $21.2 million Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant for a construction project on Interstate 80 (I-80) in Buffalo County between Odessa and Kearney.“The $21 million INFRA grant will help maximize state funds to get this project going in an...
January 25, 2024 (LINCOLN, NEB.) – 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 looking to start a small business or seeking...
The community of Elm Creek has recently been selected to be part of Nebraska Children and Families Foundation Communities for Kids, a state-wide initiative which supports young children, families and those providing their care. The Communities for Kids initiative is a multi-year planning and implementation initiative that was created in...
Manufacturing Month Highlights Career Opportunities with Facility Tours and Engaging Experiences
Jan 17 2024During Manufacturing Month in October 2023, high school students from Kearney and Pleasanton took part in immersive tours of Chief Agri, BluePrint Engines, and Big Rack Shack, while the University of Nebraska – Kearney's Supply Chain Management (SCM) students participated in separate tours of Buffalo County businesses. These educational opportunities...
President’s Op-Ed: With a ‘Team Nebraska’ approach, university can grow and compete with the best
Jan 10 2024Over the past few weeks, friends and colleagues have been asking me how I’ve prepared for my new role as interim president of the University of Nebraska.They are sometimes surprised to hear me say that my decades of experience in athletics – from my days as a student-athlete, to coaching...
A critical role of the Development Council for Buffalo County (DCBC) is keeping our finger on the pulse of the local and regional economy. We do so in a number of ways, including the tracking of key Economic Indicators available through a number of sources, ranging from local city and...