On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts it’s off to Siouxland for a great place to find breakfast or brunch right next to two unique stays and find your cowpoke haven in western...
Co-owner of Pfanny's Farm, Julie Pfanstiel, talks to host Sheila Jenkinson about the beginnings of this hands-on educational farm that draws in all ages and even large groups...
On this episode, it’s a Nebraska Junk Jaunt weekend recap, including a unique coffee shop we stopped at on the way that speaks to the creativity of small town Nebraskans....
On this first episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond, Sheila talks to hosts of the RV There Yet TV Series, Kevin and Patrice McCabe during their visit to the Missouri River...
Host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Vickie Sakurada-Schaepler, Coordinator of the Japanese Hall and History Project at Legacy of the Plains Museum in Gering, Nebraska. Vickie ...
On this episode, find the gift shop and special lunch spot that prides itself on spreading joy like confetti, explore a stunning park full of flowers, sculptures, a tower...
In this episode, host Sheila Jenkinson, summer intern for the GSTN Podcast, Jill Grovijohn, and the General Coordinator for Nebraska's Junk Jaunt, Stacie Roblyer, talk about...
On this episode of Sheila’s Shout-Outs, you’ll meet the Audio Engineer for the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, Tanner Ehrisman. Host, Sheila Jenkinson, got thrifty in...
On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Hastings business owner and community supporter, Cortney Davis about Hastings' ...
On this episode of Sheila’s Shout-Outs, life’s a zoo so a family day in Omaha is just the break my family needed. I’m talking coffee again, this time at a patriotic shop ...
On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson and Amber Bridges with Cuming County Economic and the Bancroft Community Club discuss why...
On this episode of Sheila’s Shout-Outs you’ll hear about a small town store in Hastings that is living up to it’s name, music in a park in Norfolk that’ll keep you moving...
On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson brings in Libby McKay who is the executive director of the Elkhorn Valley Museum in Norfolk...
On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson chats with Colleen Johnson, Executive Director of the Old West Balloon Fest which is celebrating...
This episode of Sheila's Shoutouts is dedicated to Sheila's mom, Barbara.
Host, Sheila Jenkinson talks about how her love of being front and center came about and why her...
On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Dana Steffensmeier of Beemer who highlights the role of the Beemer Community Club...
In this episode of the Growing Small Town Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson teams up with Brian Blakely, host of the Good Life Small Business Podcast to talk about what they...
On this episode of Sheila’s Shoutouts, highlights include a studio in the Downtown Norfolk River Point district where kids and adults alike can find their inner artist, a...
Listen in as Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks with the mayor of Ponca, DJ Smith, about Ponca State Park, Frog Days, a major water project...
In this episode, Sheila talks about the Hardware store in Stanton that houses more than just hardware, a small town festival where it’s okay to be a clown, a new podcast ...
On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, LaLene Bates, President of the Stanton County Veterans Memorial Park Committee, talks to host, Shela Jenkinson...
In this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast Host, Sheila Jenkinson highlights the NETA Brochure Swap, lunch at The Blue Fork with a sweet treat...
In this episode, Sheila talks to Grace McDonald about the revitalization she's seen throughout the state on her adventures as a reporter for 1011's Pure Nebraska. Listen ...
In this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about a fabulous concert in Norfolk, a retreat in Albion that is...
In this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, shares a podcast episode she was on when she went to a podcast meet up...
In this episode, Marcie and Sheila talk to Scott Asmus, Program Director for SourceLink Nebraska about some of the amazing resources available to small business and where...
In this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about geocaching, shopping, and coffee in Wayne; a retreat in Columbus...
GSTN Sponsored Podcast Episode #1 - Listen as Jody L. Lamp talks about the 2024 National Legacy Author's Tour: Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Kentucky Derby.
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In this episode, Executive Director for Cuming County Economic Devlopment, David Branch, chats with us about the addition of several residential homes in Bancroft, Beemer...
In this episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about great steak at the Cuming County Fair, the Norfolk Public ...
In this episode, Executive Director for Pierce County Economic Devlopment, Susan Norris, talks about some exciting things happening in the communities of Hadar, Osmond, Pierce...
In this episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about Women Embracing Business in Norfolk, Potter, Crofton and CJ...
Alisha Juelfs of Potter, Nebraska, serves as the Entrepreneurial Navigator for Cheyenne County, Nebraska., through E3: Energizing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems. The role is ...
In this episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about the Norfolk Community Theatre Dinner Theater, MarkeTech goodies...
Our most popular podcast of 2023!! Elmwood's Pie Ride is a collaborative effort of family fun, pizza, pie and music in the park. Marie shares with us how the idea was formulated...
2023 Top Podcasts~Seth Varner from Wandermore is in the #2 spot. This special guest has so much experience in touring 531 towns throughout the state. Seth's unique perspective...
In this first episode of Sheila's Shoutout's, Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast co-host, Sheila Jenkinson, talks about Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast in Nebraska City...
The Cornhusker state's great outdoors features so many opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy. NE Game and Parks Marketing and Advertising Manager Jane Gustafson...
JT Martin is a 5th generation Nebraskan who created a social media sensation, “The Corn Belt,” which was seen over 17 million times this spring and summer. His commitment...
Potter is a little town with big dreams, but with a population of 345, finances to accomplish those dreams are the crux. Community members have taken on the daunting task...
Over 100 years of lights, pageants, and Christmas cheer in Minden’s town square continue this Christmas season. Minden’s Opera House Executive Director, Marcy, shares the...
Nebraska City’s Veteran’s Memorial Building was set to be torn down in 2011 until a group of community members took on the task of restoring it. The historical building now...
Only in its second year, the Holiday Passport is another way to experience Nebraska and small businesses with a holiday flare. Madison, the Passport Program Coordinator, ...
Nebraska tourism impacts small-town revitalization in so many ways. Festivals, events, and unique sites are a powerful draw for recreational travelers. We share what we learned...
We share our journey of producing a podcast and what we've learned from our guests about the revitalization movement sweeping across Nebraska. Oh yeah, and there are bloopers...
Unfortunately, many small towns have empty buildings and need more housing. Wisner has tackled those issues head-on by creating new housing, business-building opportunities...
The lack of child care is a concerning issue across the state that impacts small towns. Mike and Rachel discuss the groups and programs impacting this issue and how increased...
Forty-nine years of tradition are wrapped up in Sidney's Oktoberfest. Sally joins us to share its history and upcoming events. Sidney's High Plains Art Council is committed...
Doug Friedli, Executive Director of the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center, joins us on the podcast to share the ups and downs of the journey of adding this historical center...
The Norfolk Area Concert Association is celebrating 70 years! Linda and Charles are enthusiastic about the mission of bringing the opportunity to experience the magic of ...
Residents in Waterloo have fond memories of Waterloo Days as children. So after years of not having the event, a community group decided to bring Waterloo Days back for all...
Jody Lamp's passion for Nebraska agriculture and it's impact on small towns started with an agri-journalism degree and continues today in marketing, speaking, and video productions...
Tammy and Amy from NE City's Tourism & Commerce join us to share the challenge of building community and increasing tourism. They also share the highs and lows of creating...
Phelps County Economic Development has a unique Go! Program that is boosting their county in so many ways. Join us as we talk with Ron Tillery about the people, places, and...
Marie and her biking group took their love of biking and turned it into a summer event in Elmwood, a Pie Ride. Hear how this event has grown and affected her small town and...
Hunter has a passion for connecting people & businesses. He leads marketing campaigns, organizes networking events, and hosts the Build in Norfolk podcast. Hunter is dedicated...
Nebraska's wineries and grape growers impact the state's economy and tourism. Listen in as we chat with Marketing Director, Kylie Schildt about the Wine Passport and the ...
Traveling across Nebraska in 2020, Seth and his friends visited 531 towns. Seth shares his adventure and unique perspective of the Cornhusker State and what is helping its...
Blue Springs has around 300 residents, but they rallied together to make a change that brought back town pride. Rex Adams from One Property at a Time shares their journey...
Nebraska Business Development Center Director Cathy Lang shares details of this hidden secret in our state. The NBDC walks alongside small business owners to start and grow...
Candice tells us about the journey of economic development in Norfolk and shares the vision of affecting a positive change for Madison County. We discuss current and upcoming...
Valentine Mayor Kyle Arganbright shares this small town's collaboration with NDOT and a UNL Architecture class, to bring about a massive Main Street revitalization. We also...
Knox County Economic Duo, Kelly and Stacy, are passionate about the amazing things to do and see in their small towns. Hear the tales of their experiences and strategies ...
There are many reasons a robotics team can help revitalize a small town, from increasing educational opportunities to training a new workforce. However, this robotics team...
Our conversation continues with Angie Stenger, Executive Director of the Growing Together Initiative. In this episode, we talk about help for entrepreneurs and small businesses...
Angie Stenger, Executive Director of Northeast Nebraska Growing Small Together Initiative, joins Sheila and Marcie to share their plan to transform Northeast Nebraska's regional...
In 2019, David City's Fargo Assembly closed, losing 187 employees. A press release about the closure caught the eye of the Hallmark company. With their help and the over ...
Hosts Sheila Jenkinson and Marcie Sextro talk with Tim Larson and Andrew Hoehne who are part of a revitalization committee that helped their town of Stanton receive a sizeable...
Meet the hosts of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State! Sheila Jenkinson and Marcie Sextro introduce themselves in their premiere...