Foundation Friday Ep. 24: SAGA (Sidney and Greater Area Fund)
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
Release Date: 11/21/2025
Foundation Fridays Ep. 26: Arnold Community Foundation Fund
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode of Foundation Fridays, hear about the Arnold Community Foundation Fund as guest Holly Remund and Bryn Schwarz talk to host, Sheila Jenkinson, about community building, collaboration, and youth engagement. Hear about a local annual event that puts this community on the map, what it was like for Bryn to be an NCF Hometown Intern, Holly's involvement the fund's inception, and more. Remember to follow, like, subscribe, and share so you don't miss a thing! Thanks for listening. Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant,...
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Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 44: Main Street Apothecary & Soda Fountain, Lindy Bar & Grill, Bryant House
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this Sheila’s Shoutout episode, it’s a pharmacy in Laurel with gifts and goodies for everyone, a place to grab a bite to eat or a beverage in rural Knox county, and a house full of history in Tekamah. Love what you hear? Leave a review on your favorite platform and please follow and subscribe before heading into the new year to catch all the latest! Thanks for listening! https://www.mainstreetapothecaryrx.com/ Burt County Tourism: Burt County Economic Development Corporation: Knox County Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the...
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Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 43: Lost Way Brewery, Barista's, Charlotte & Emerson, The Local Shop
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts find your way to a brewery in Holdrege, grab a cup of joe and some good eats in Grand Island; then it’s off to shop in Sidney and Nebraska City. Thanks for support THIS small business by listening, subscribing, liking, sharing and spreading the word! You are AMAZING! #blessed 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...
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Foundation Fridays Ep. 25: Legacy for Seward County
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this Foundation Friday Episode, guest Shane Baack talks to Sheila about the Legacy Fund for Seward County including how it began, where they are now, and the importance of educating a community for better understanding and involvement. Please subscribe, like, follow, and share to help do your part in spreading more positive stories of Nebraska and beyond! 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! ...
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Ep. 78: 2025 Christmas Episode, Part 2 - Sidney, Spalding, Holiday Passport
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
Holly Jolly Episode This is the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast Christmas Episode part two where you’ll hear about events in Spalding and Sidney plus stops on the 2025 Nebraska Holiday Passport. Photo credits: Visit Sidney-Cheyenne County, Mini Barnyards, LLC, Elston House @minibarnyardfriendsllc 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...
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Ep. 77: Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce, Winterfest and Holdrege for the Holidays
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode explore the vibrant community of Holdrege, Nebraska through conversations with local leaders Adam Hernandez and Rebecca Anderson-- both a part of the Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce. Hear about Winterfest and Holdrege for the Holidays, plus other area events and attractions. ! Visit 37, Phelps County: Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce: Iron Horse Arts District: 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! ...
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Foundation Friday Ep. 24: SAGA (Sidney and Greater Area Fund)
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode, Melissa Norgard and Sarah Sinnett discuss their involvement with the SAGA or Sidney and Greater Area Fund, as well as insights on the impact of the E3 program. Hear more about the Nebraska Community Foundation, the importance of entrepreneurship and local engagement, plus a positive cultural shift within the community, Follow along on the GSTN Podcast journey wherever you listen. Want to catch up all of the Foundation Friday episodes? You can find them all here: Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn....
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Ep. 76: 2025 Christmas Special, Part 1 - Neligh, Scribner, and more
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this special GSTN Podcast Christmas episode you'll hear about events and activities in Neligh, Blue Hill, Scribner, Pierce, and more! Remember to check out the Holiday Passport through Visit Nebraska! Look for part 2 of this Christmas Special launching in December. 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 Stanton State...
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Ep. 75: Burt County Museums, Jane Elske and Julie Johnson
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode we explore a couple of Burt County Museums. Hear all about the Burt County Museum located in Tekamah with Jane Elske and the Swedish Heritage Center in Oakland with Julie Johnson. Don't miss other episodes highlighting the area on the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast and remember to like, follow, and subscribe so you don't miss a thing! Burt County Tourism: Burt County Economic Development Corporation: Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn. Thank you to pixabay music for background...
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Foundation Fridays Ep. 23: Nebraska City Community Foundation Fund
Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast
On this episode, hear from Melissa Turner and Cory Schlichtemeier with the Nebraska City Community Foundation Fund as they talk each about how Nebraska City became their home town. They highlight some of their unique scholarships, new group in town called Small Beginnings, and different ways their community members have found to get more involved. Foundation Fridays launch the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, thanks to the Nebraska Community Foundation. Thanks for listening! Follow, subscribe, like, and share for more inspiring stories from Nebraska & Beyond. Thanks to Tanner...
info_outlineOn this episode, Melissa Norgard and Sarah Sinnett discuss their involvement with the SAGA or Sidney and Greater Area Fund, as well as insights on the impact of the E3 program. Hear more about the Nebraska Community Foundation, the importance of entrepreneurship and local engagement, plus a positive cultural shift within the community,
Follow along on the GSTN Podcast journey wherever you listen. Want to catch up all of the Foundation Friday episodes? You can find them all here: https://www.nebcommfound.org/podcast/
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
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Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation https://www.nebcommfound.org/
Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/
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/
Pierce County Tourism: https://piercecountyne.gov/default.htm
Burt County Tourism: https://www.burtcountytourism.com/
Burt County Economic Development Corporation: https://burtcoedc.com/
Norfolk Rotary Club: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/6101
Box Butte Economic Development Corporation: https://boxbuttedevelopment.com/
Intersect: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/
Elkhorn Valley Museum https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/
Norfolk Community Theatre: https://www.nctheatre.org/tickets/
Music in the Park/Norfolk Rotary: https://rotarydistrict5650.org/
Norfolk Area Concert Association: https://concertassociation.net/norfolkne/
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