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As summer quickly approaches, residents prepare to spend the hottest days in the most fun ways and invite you to join in the joy! With 11 communities complementing, not competing, the spirit of comradery defines Thayer County.Must-Attend Summer EventsSummer is the best time to create new memories, from solo travels...
Chester, NE — For over four decades, RJ Woods has quietly built more than cabinets—it’s built a reputation. Founded in 1983 by Robert (Bob) Onnen and Joe Carbounneau, the cabinetry business known for fine craftsmanship and friendly service has stood as a symbol of reliability in Thayer County. Now, as...
Nestled in the heart of Thayer County, Nebraska, Made Whole Nutrition serves functional medicine practitioners, nutritionists, and health coaches worldwide. They empower these health professionals to streamline their businesses and amplify their impact. By providing template, white-label, educational, and promotional resources, Made Whole Nutrition frees up these dedicated professionals’ time...
Today, Governor Jim Pillen shared with members of the 109th Nebraska Legislature the headline he felt best summarized this session: Positive, lasting impact serves Nebraskans well. During his sine die, or end-of-session address, the Governor hit on multiple areas of achievement, including passage of the overwhelming majority of his own...
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) will solicit public comments from June 6, 2025 through July 7, 2025. The public comment period pertains to the planned use of federal funding received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban...
After nearly 100 days of traveling the nation and visiting directly with hundreds of farmers across America, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today released the first set of policy proposals under her newly launched Make Agriculture Great Again Initiative. These initial proposals (PDF, 7.2 MB) are a comprehensive...
2025 Workforce Guide
May 19 2025Workforce has been cited in Site Selection Magazine’s annual survey of corporate consultants as a top factor in site selection decisions for several years in a row. The 2025 Workforce Guide by Conway Data Inc. is a special report that offers insight and analysis into best workforce development practices and...
Culture vs. BrandCulture refers to the shared values, beliefs, behaviors, practices, traditions, and norms that define a group of people or an organization. It encompasses how people interact, make decisions, and approach work or life. In an organizational context, culture is often described as the "way we do things around...
In every town across America, there's a corner store, a family-run diner, or a small tech startup tucked into a co-working space established by someone determined to pursue their passion, no matter how little support they had to start with.Take the story of a mother and daughter duo who started...
Scaling Up Without Falling Short
May 5 2025Many organizations struggle to transition their technology from pilot plant production to full industrial-scale operations. Scaling up is a complex challenge that must be solved both technically and interpersonally.To succeed, organizations need a holistic understanding of the undertaking and an incremental, phased approach. It’s crucial to understand the process, anticipate...
At a young age, Caleb C. Mitchell discovered that his voice in this world came from creating with his hands. Founder and owner of Deed & Glory Custom Shop, Mitchell started with a focus on using new in-house innovations for prototyping and building custom duck decoys. While operating under Deed...
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) is now accepting applications for the Cast and Crew Nebraska Act (CCNA) tax credit.The CCNA is a competitive incentive to increase film and television production in the State of Nebraska, retain film studies and creative arts students from Nebraska universities and colleges, provide...
When JT Martin left Nebraska to move to California in elementary school, it was an interesting but intimidating change. Life shifted from the relaxed, enjoyable pace of his Norfolk community to the hustle and bustle of the Bay Area. “As a kid this was exciting, but I always looked forward...
With artificial intelligence (AI) set to contribute up to €15.7 trillion to the global economy, and create more than 60 million new jobs by the end of this year, the opportunities are immense. Yet, 75% of EU employers can't find workers with the right skills to use AI effectively, and...
Domestic tourism is emerging as one of the most important opportunities for communities looking to grow their local economy in 2025. According to the Tourism Economics Report, international travel to the United States is expected to drop by over 5% this year, with a projected $64 billion decline in total...
In today’s environment, businesses may find significant advantages in establishing operations within business and industrial parks. There are numerous reasons as to why businesses locate within such facilities. Operating at a site that caters to their needs, companies can perform at their best and provide top-of-the-line products and services.Business and...
The food processing industry has seen significant advancements driven by several different factors. These factors include technology innovations, sustainability efforts, and improved efficiency and automation.Technology advancements have played an important role in shaping the current food processing landscape. One of the most significant developments in the industry has been the...
In today’s unpredictable global trade environment, local businesses—especially small and medium-sized ones—are under immense pressure. From rising tariffs and disrupted supply chains to ongoing inflation, they’re facing operational challenges that threaten their long-term viability. For chambers of commerce and economic development organizations (EDOs), this is a critical moment to step...
Move from Silicon Valley to Nebraska Pays Off Personally and Professionally for Biotech Innovator
Apr 8 2025Jared Wenger took a risk when he moved to Nebraska from Silicon Valley. He knew that relocating would benefit his family, but he was less certain how it would impact his career. Now, several years later, he can attest to the tremendous benefits of making the move—both personally and professionally.Finding...
Bruning Grocery Wins TCEDA’s Top Honor
Mar 14 2025When third-generation owner Paul Philippi learned of Bruning Grocery being the recipient of TCEDA’s Thriving in Thayer County Business of the Year Award, he was excited and humbled. Bruning Grocery has been a Thayer County staple for over 50 years and this is the first time winning the award. In...
Reassuring news this week for Nebraska motorists and corn growers. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has confirmed its intent to uphold the current April 28, 2025, implementation date for year-round access to E15. Nebraska is among eight states that have long been fighting a summertime ban on the higher ethanol...
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has published application guidelines for the 2025 program cycle of the Nebraska Affordable Housing Trust Fund (NAHTF).Established in 1996, the NAHTF has been a high-impact program to increase the supply of quality, affordable housing throughout the state.The NAHTF’s Housing Development and Technical Assistance...
The Risk of Marketing Without a PlanMany rural communities struggle to attract business investment, site selectors, and workforce talent–not because they lack opportunity, but because they don’t have a clear economic development marketing strategy.We’ve seen it happen time and time again. Economic developers in rural America rely on one-off marketing...
A new study by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Bureau of Business Research confirms the strong—and rising—return on investment from the State’s Business Innovation Act (BIA) programs.The report examined the overall economic impact BIA programs have had by empowering early-stage entrepreneurial ventures. BIA funds have generated $11.52 of private capital...