Ep. 66: NE State Fair in Grand Island, Jaime Parr
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
Release Date: 06/24/2025
Ep. 69: Iron Horse Arts District, Cassie Ehrenberg and Luke Mills
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode explore Phelps County through the Iron Horse Arts District and the Iron Horse Arts Festival. Cassie Ehrenberg, and Luke Mills share about the formation of the arts district, the impact of the festival on tourism, the future potential of the arts district as a cultural hub and more! Follow the GSTN Podcast on Facebook and Instagram and don't forget to subscribe to the show to keep up to date on the latest happenings in Nebraska and beyond! Visit 37, Phelps County: Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce: Iron Horse Arts District: Knox County Burt...
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Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 36: Stanton County Fair, The Corliss AirBNB, Reiman Coffee Co., Eden in Oakland
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts you’ll hear about an event our family looks forward to every year, a beautiful place to relax in downtown Holdrege, a coffee shop making it’s rounds this summer out of Verdigre; and a special place in Oakland to order flowers, find a great gift, or plan your next event! Don't forget to follow along on FB and Instagram, subscribe, and leave a review if you like what you hear! Visit 37, Phelps County: Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce: Iron Horse Arts District: Knox County Burt County Tourism: Burt County Economic Development...
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Foundation Fridays Ep. 17: Laurel Area Community Foundation Fund
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
Hear about the Laurel Area Community Foundation Fund with guests Keith Knudsen and Daniel Kuhlman as they discuss volunteerism and community involvement in driving local projects, such as the Building Blocks Early Childhood Center and the revitalization of downtown Laurel. Listen where you find your favorite podcasts or just click here: https://sites.libsyn.com/438873 https://www.nebcommfound.org/give/laurel-area-community-foundation-fund/ Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to pixabay music for...
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Sunday Spotlight Ep. 3: NCF Hometown Interns Tierra Schardt and Natalie Roberts
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this third episode of Sunday Spotlights meet Nebraska Community Foundation Hometown Interns Tierra Schardt with the Deshler Community Fund and Natalie Roberts with the McCook Community Foundation Fund. 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://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/ Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: Stanton State Bank: Intersect: ...
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Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 11: Holland to Nebraska, Then and Now with Mattie van der Meulen
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this special episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond on the GSTN Podcast, meet Sheila's exchange sister from Holland who lived with her family Sheila's senior year of high school. Hear about some of the differences and share some of their memories as we get a quick glimpse into the Netherlands and hear what Nebraska looks like to someone who came here to live from a foreign country and who has visitied several times. Don't forget to follow the podcast on Facebook and Instagram and subscibe for more episodes on your favorite podcast platform, today! Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman,...
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Ep. 68: Box Butte Development Corporation, Hannah Robinson and Cassielien Vankerrebrook
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
Explore the creative community of Alliance, Nebraska, and surrounding areas in this episode with guests Hannah Robinson, Director of the Alliance Chamber of Commerce. You'll hear about events, attractions, and the importance of art, culture, and community support in small-town Nebraska life. Follow the GSTN Podcast on Facebook and Instagram and don't forget to subscribe to the show to keep up to date on the latest happenings in Nebraska and beyond! Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to pixabay...
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Foundation Fridays Ep. 16: Howells Community Fund
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
This episode explores the Howells Community Fund, highlighting the personal journeys of its members, the collaborative projects that have transformed the community, and the importance of volunteerism and local engagement. Guests Trent Mastny and Gary Brester share about the impact of grants on community development, the need for daycare services, and the role of social gatherings in fostering connections. Howells Community Fund Nebraska Community Foundation Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to...
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Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 35: Special Shoutout, What I Love About Small Town Nebraska
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this special Sheila’s Shoutout Episode we will revisit a few of the past episodes and hear why these guests love their small towns in Nebraska. Catch the full episodes where you love to listen. Summer travel time is a great time to catch up! 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://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/ Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: Stanton...
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Sunday Spotlight Ep. 2: NCF Hometown Interns, Hannah Miller and Natalie Tietjen
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this second episode of Sunday Spotlights meet Nebraska Community Foundation Hometown Interns Hannah Miller with the Shickley Community Foundation Fund and Natalie Tietjen with the Byron Community Foundation Fund. 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://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/ Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: Stanton State Bank: ...
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Ep. 67: Knox County: Niobrara, Winnetoon, Crofton
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this second episode where we Visit Knox County you'll hear about events like the Niobrara Bridge Days, the Winnetoon BBQ, Crofton Cruisin' Car Show and more! Listen where you love to listen or you can simply click here: https://sites.libsyn.com/438873 Find the links in the show description and don't forget to follow, share, and subscribe to keep up to date on the latest episodes, giveaways and more! https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/ Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to pixabay music for...
info_outlineOn this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska podcast, thanks to Visit Grand Island, host Sheila Jenkinson interviews Jaime Parr, Executive Director of the Nebraska State Fair. They discuss the fair's significance in showcasing Nebraska's accomplishments, the importance of community engagement, and the economic impact of the event. Jaime shares insights into the fair's accessibility, volunteer support, and the overall experience for attendees.
https://visitgrandisland.com/
https://www.statefair.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! https://pixabay.com
https://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/
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/
Norfolk Rotary Club: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/6101
For a full list of current sponsors and to find out more, visit our website: https://www.growingsmalltownne.com/
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