Ep. 65: Burt Count 2, Summer Celebrations: Sharon Brink, Spencer Breckenridge
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
Release Date: 06/10/2025
Sponsored Podcast 2: Norfolk Rotary Club's Music in the Park, Traci Vauble
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
Norfolk Rotary Club's Music in the Park series in Norfolk is an annual community tradition. Traci Vauble, current president of the Norfolk Rotary Club, shares insights into the event's history, the collaborative efforts behind its success, and the positive impact of the club itself on the community. Listen in to hear more about the joy that comes from community gatherings and celebrating the spirit of small-town Nebraska. Don't forget to listen, subscribe, share, follow and all the love to help reach even more GSTN Podcast listeners! Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the...
info_outline
Ep. 65: Burt Count 2, Summer Celebrations: Sharon Brink, Spencer Breckenridge
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
Return to Burt County on this episode to explore more, including summer celebrations like the 4th of July Celebrations and the Sweet Corn Festival. Guests Sharon Brink and Spencer Breckenridge share their experiences and insights on community involvement, local celebrations, and the importance of supporting small businesses. The conversation highlights the charm of small-town life, the collaborative efforts behind community events, and the pride residents feel in their hometowns. Subscribe and follow for more stories of small town pride, tourism, revitalization, and more!...
info_outline
Foundation Fridays Ep. 13: Clarkson Future Fund
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
The conversation centers around the Clarkson Future Fund, one of the newer affiliated funds of the Nebraska Community Foundation. Adam Cerv and Lee Schneider discuss their involvement, the importance of education and leadership, and the positive response from the community. They emphasize the significance of community pride, collaboration, and engaging younger generations in building a sustainable future for Clarkson. Subscribe and follow for more stories of small town pride, tourism, revitalization, and more! Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to...
info_outline
Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 32: Main Street Thriftique, Sips N Co., The Hive-Bloomfield, The Rambler, Texas T-Bone
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts, a coffee shop that’ll make you want to sip and stay in Lyons, a local favorite in Creston that’s easy to spot, a gift store in Bloomfield where you can sip and shop, a main street thrift store that supports Pender in big ways; and a restaurant in Grand Island that knows how to go big! Thank you to pixabay music for the background track. Thank you to podcast assistant/marketing assistant Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to episode sponsors - Nebraska Community Foundation: WNCC/PVC Monument Marathon: For a full list of current sponsors,...
info_outline
Ep. 64: Burt County, Exploring - Amber Pallas, Jenny Penny, Jordan Swenson
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
Welcome to the first of four episodes highlighting Burt County in Nebraska. This one focuses a lot on the natural resources available in the area and the welcoming nature of small-town living, emphasizing the sense of community and the opportunities for outdoor activities. Amber Pallas discusses her glamping venture, Amber Lea Acres, and tells us why Burt County was definitely the place it was meant to be. Jenny Penny highlights some of the revitalization efforts and shares her excitement for Riverfront Days. Finally, Jordan Swenson covers Summit Lake and what it's like to work with the...
info_outline
Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 9: Visit Shipshewana Part 2, 3 Day Trip
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
This is a return to Shipshewana, Indiana, where Sheila will take you through the 3-day itinerary provided to her by Visit Shipshewana, so you can make your own plans there. Here about restaurants, shopping, major attractions and more in the heart of Amish Country. Please listen, like, follow, and share! http://www.visitshipshewana.org/ Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! Thank you to sponsors - Nebraska Community Foundation: WNCC/PVC Monument...
info_outline
Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 31: Dobby's Frontier Town,4th Street Coffee/Primitive Chicks, Jedlicka's Hardware Hank, M&R Nightly
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
On this episode, hear about a cozy stay in Tekamah, a place to find supplies and more in Verdigre, a cute coffee shop paired with a beautiful home décor store in Stromsburg, and take time to tour a frontier town in Alliance. Please follow and subscribe, like and share!! It really does make a difference. Listen to the GSTN Podcast with seven new episodes each month. Thank you to pixabay music for the background track. Thank you to podcast assistant/marketing assistant Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to sponsors - Nebraska Community Foundation: WNCC/PVC Monument Marathon: Pierce County...
info_outline
Foundation Fridays Ep. 12: Pender-Thurston Education and Community Foundation Fund
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
Mikayla Doht and Channing Reha with the Pender-Thurston Education and Community Foundation chat with Sheila about the importance of community involvement, youth engagement, and local fundraising initiatives. They share their experiences and insights on fostering community pride, the impact of unrestricted endowments, and the joy of working together for the betterment of their small town, creating a welcoming environment for both residents and visitors. https://www.penderthurston.org/ http://nebraskahometown.org/ Subscribe and follow for more stories of small town pride, tourism,...
info_outline
Ep. 63: Monument Marathon, Jennifer Reisig and Alena Haun
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
The WNCC Foundation PVC Monument Marathon is an annual event in Western Nebraska that serves as a major fundraiser for the Western Nebraska Community College Foundation. Listen in as Jennifer Reisig and Alena Haun discuss the marathon's origins, its goals of promoting health and tourism, the scenic course, community support, volunteer involvement, and the economic impact it has on the local area. You'll even find a special discount code to use for this year's event! Subscribe and follow for more stories of small town pride, tourism, revitalization, and more! https://www.monumentmarathon.com/...
info_outline
Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 30: Z's in Scribner, RF Goeke in Atkinson, Winnetoon Mall & Post Office, Elaine's Tavern, Whitetail River Lodge
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State
On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts, historic buildings make great spaces for new businesses – enjoy bar food, steaks, seafood and more in one in downtown Scribner, and then it’s an old fashioned soda fountain and more in a restored building in Atkinson. Find a one and only in Northeast Nebraska, eat some home-cookin’ while in town; and stay in an Amish built hunter’s lodge with a view in Niobrara. Thank you to pixabay music for the background track. Thank you to podcast assistant/marketing assistant Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to sponsor Nebraska Community Foundation: ...
info_outlineReturn to Burt County on this episode to explore more, including summer celebrations like the 4th of July Celebrations and the Sweet Corn Festival. Guests Sharon Brink and Spencer Breckenridge share their experiences and insights on community involvement, local celebrations, and the importance of supporting small businesses. The conversation highlights the charm of small-town life, the collaborative efforts behind community events, and the pride residents feel in their hometowns.
Subscribe and follow for more stories of small town pride, tourism, revitalization, and more!
https://www.burtcountytourism.com/
https://burtcoedc.com/
https://www.tekamah.life/tekamah-corn-festival/
https://www.facebook.com/events/main-street-lyons-ne-68038/lyons-nebraska-4th-of-july-festival
https://www.tekamah.life/tekamahs-4th-of-july-parade-is-back/
Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.
Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn.
Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com
Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation https://www.nebcommfound.org/
Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com
Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/
Intersect: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/
Elkhorn Valley Museum https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/
Grand Island Tourism https://visitgrandisland.com/
Knox County https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/
Visit Shipshewana: https://visitshipshewana.org/
Visit 37, Phelps County: https://www.visit37.com/
Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce: https://www.holdregechamber.com/
Iron Horse Arts District: https://ironhorsedistrict.org/
Norfolk Community Theatre: https://www.nctheatre.org/tickets/
Pierce County Tourism: https://piercecountyne.gov/default.htm
WNCC Foundation and PVC Monument Marathon: https://www.monumentmarathon.com/
Burt County Tourism: https://www.burtcountytourism.com/
Burt County Economic Development Corporation: https://burtcoedc.com/
For a full list of current sponsors and to find out more, visit our website: https://www.growingsmalltownne.com/
#burtcountynebraska #Nebraska #growingsmalltownne #growingnebraskaandbeyond #celebrations #sweetcornfestival #4thofJuly #travelmore #exploremore #podcastlife #VisitNebraska #dowhatyoulove