Central City, NE News

Nebraska Community Foundation: Another best-kept secret

Tuesday, April 18, 2017

For more than 20 years, volunteers across Nebraska have been working behind the scenes to create a new kind of community pride and belief in the future of our hometowns. Working through Nebraska Community Foundation, people from all walks of life are investing in the good life in greater Nebraska. Nebraska Community Foundation is pleased to provide support for this series of columns celebrating Nebraska’s intriguing places and fascinating foods. These stories, written by Omaha World-Herald journalists Matthew Hansen and Sarah Baker Hansen, encourage us to experience more of what makes Nebraska unique. Continue to full article.

Latest indicator projects strong economic growth in Nebraska

Friday, April 14, 2017

An economic indicator tracked by the University of Nebraska projects strong growth for the state the remainder of this year. Bureau of Business Research Director Eric Thompson at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln says the latest leading economic indicator is trending upward. “It’s two consecutive months of a sharp increase in the leading indicator both January and February, which suggests that the growth will pick up in the Nebraska economy about mid-year,” Thompson tells Nebraska Radio Network affiliate KLIN. “We should see strong growth now in the second half of 2017.” Continue to full article.

Nebraska's economic development efforts paying off

Wednesday, April 12, 2017

LINCOLN, Neb. | Just over a year ago, Andrew Tuzson and his wife, Angela, were living in Denver but getting ready to make a move to Nebraska. The couple had had it with Denver's long commute time. "With the three kids, we were really, really ready for a change of pace. We were really wanting to inject ourselves into a community that was really family-focused," Andrew Tuzson said. They created lists and looked at opportunities. Lincoln remained at the top of those lists because of the family aspect and its booming economy, he said. Continue to full article.

Nebraska Wins Prestigious Governor’s Cup for National Economic Development Success

Friday, April 07, 2017

OMAHA – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced Nebraska had earned Site Selection magazine’s top national award for the state’s economic development successes in 2016. According to Site Selection, “Ricketts joins the elite club of US governors to claim a Site Selection Governor’s Cup, by virtue of his state winning the Cup for most capital investment projects per capita — 101 such projects for 2016.” “Thank you to Site Selection magazine for this special recognition of how Nebraska is growing,” said Gov. Ricketts. “Our business-friendly regulatory environment, high labor force participation rate, competitive power rates, and quality infrastructure combine to create a...

Community Development Week 2017; Celebrating Success in Communities All Over Nebraska

Wednesday, April 05, 2017

(LINCOLN, NE)--Mark your calendar to celebrate the 31st anniversary of National Community Development (CD) Week, April 17 – April 22, 2017. The National Community Development Association initiated National CD Week in 1986 to remind Congress of the importance of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. In Nebraska, federal, state and local organizations have formed partnerships to support community development activities in recognition of CD Week. Communities are encouraged to celebrate CD Week by hosting a variety of activities locally. Suggested activities include: Host your own proclamation signing: Kick-off Community Development Week with a proclamation signing b...

Business Plans: A Step-by-Step Guide

Thursday, January 26, 2017

A business plan is a written description of your business's future, a document that tells what you plan to do and how you plan to do it. If you jot down a paragraph on the back of an envelope describing your business strategy, you've written a plan, or at least the germ of a plan. Business plans are inherently strategic. You start here, today, with certain resources and abilities. You want to get to a there, a point in the future (usually three to five years out) at which time your business will have a different set of resources and abilitie...

Need a Business Idea? Here are 55

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Today, tens of thousands of people are considering starting a home based business, and for good reasons. On average, people can expect to have two and three careers during their work life. Those leaving one career often think about their second or third career move being to their own home. People who have been part of the traditional nine-to-five work force and are on the verge of retiring from that life are thinking of what to do next. The good news: Starting a homebased business is within the reach of almost anyone who wants to take a risk and work hard. Click here fo...

Gov. Ricketts Announces International Trade Mission to Asia

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced he will lead a trade mission, November 9-15, 2016 to meet with investors and host events in Xi’an, Shanghai, and Hong Kong to strengthen Nebraska’s relationships with the state’s fourth largest trading partner. The Governor will be joined by Director of Economic Development (DED) Courtney Dentlinger and Nebraska Director of Agriculture (NDA) Greg Ibach among others on the trade mission. “China’s growing economy offers nearly boundless opportunities for Nebraska ag producers and manufacturers,” said Governor Ricketts. “This trade mission will help Nebraska businesses build on our existing relationships and strengthen our relationship with our fourth larges...

New director 'honored and excited' to lead Nebraska Tourism Commission; he'll officially start Jan. 9

Sunday, January 08, 2017

The state’s new tourism director knows Nebraska is nice. “I am a professional traveler. I love wherever I go,” John Ricks said. “I get juiced by everything in a place.” That includes the Oregon Trail wagon ruts carved into the rocky slopes of Scotts Bluff National Monument in western Nebraska — a memory that stuck with Ricks from the time he worked with Scotts Bluff County on a market branding project about a decade ago. Click here for the complete article.

REAPing America’s Clean Energy Future

Friday, December 09, 2016

USDA Rural Development’s Rural Energy for America Program, commonly referred to as ‘REAP’, provides financial resources for rural agricultural producers and small businesses to help them improve their bottom line. REAP provides loan guarantees and small grants to support these producers and owners as they improve the energy efficiency of their operations and develop renewable energy sources. Today, Secretary Vilsack announced hundreds of new projects like the one I visited over the summer in Central City, Nebraska. It exemplifies the strategic thinking our rural communities use daily to find new ways to prosper. A community just shy of 3,000 residents, Centra...

The Kings of Pop

Friday, December 09, 2016

There's a blockbuster new food trend growing in Mark and Paul McHargue's Nebraska corn fields. Popcorn, long the leading concession at movie theaters, is undergoing a renaissance. Sales of bagged, ready-to-eat popcorn are exploding as the snack gets tossed with everything from kale to sassy sriracha hot sauce. Hot buttered popcorn is still coveted by those not so consumed by calories, but it's millennials driving this new burst of popularity, says Deirdre Flynn, executive director of The Popcorn Board, the nonprofit checkoff organization financed by U.S. popcorn processors. "Ready-to-eat is probably the biggest market entry since microwave popcorn came on the scen...

Dark Island Trail development completed

Friday, December 09, 2016

Central City’s Dark Island Trail from Highway 66 to Marquette is completed for bikers, walkers and runners to enjoy. The eight-mile trail runs from Mile Marker 17.5 in Central City to one mile south of Marquette. The last six miles of the trail have been resurfaced for comfortable hiking and biking. Funding for the trail project has been in the works for at least a year, said Pat Carlson, director of the Platte PEER Group. Grants and donations totaled more than $83,000 and came from private donors and organizations. The PEER Group previously estimated the project would cost around $10,000. Click here fo...

Index predicts modest growth in Nebraska during first half of 2017

Friday, December 09, 2016

Nebraska is predicted to experience modest economic growth during the first half of 2017, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Bureau of Business Research reported today. That’s despite a slip in the state’s leading economic indicator, which edged below zero, or neutral, to negative 0.14 percent in October from a positive 1.14 percent in September, said economist Eric Thompson, the bureau’s director. The index, a composite of six economic factors, is used to predict economic growth in the six months ahead. The value of each factor can range from negative 2.5 percent, which would indicate rapid economic decline, to 2.5 percent, indicating rapid growth...

Nebraska prepares for an ever-changing economy

Friday, December 09, 2016

Dozens of students recently visited Omaha-based Distefano Technology and Manufacturing for demonstrations of modern manufacturing. The presentations included operation of a welding robot. We underscore that final word: “robot.” It signals how far modern manufacturing has evolved in terms of the skill demands but also the opportunities. In the world of welding, as in much of manufacturing, it’s not the 1950s anymore. It’s 21st-century high tech. Click here for the complete article.

Nebraska’s emerging bioeconomy

Friday, December 09, 2016

While President-elect Donald Trump begins his transition into the White House this week, world leaders are gathered in Morocco negotiating the implementation of climate change regulatory requirements for agriculture and other key sectors — many impacting Nebraska farmers. During the campaign, Trump promised to put America first, reduce regulations and pursue policies that recognize the value of American products. There is every reason to believe that policy change will soon remove the key federal roadblock to development of the bioeconomy. Nebraskans know that American corn is the most efficiently produced carbohydrate in the world. It is a major engine in the America...

Dark Island Trail development completed

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

Central City’s Dark Island Trail from Highway 66 to Marquette is completed for bikers, walkers and runners to enjoy. The eight-mile trail runs from Mile Marker 17.5 in Central City to one mile south of Marquette. The last six miles of the trail have been resurfaced for comfortable hiking and biking. Funding for the trail project has been in the works for at least a year, said Pat Carlson, director of the Platte PEER Group. Grants and donations totaled more than $83,000 and came from private donors and organizations. The PEER Group previously estimated the project would cost around $10,000. Click here fo...

Editorial: Nebraska prepares for an ever-changing economy

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

Dozens of students recently visited Omaha-based Distefano Technology and Manufacturing for demonstrations of modern manufacturing. The presentations included operation of a welding robot. We underscore that final word: “robot.” It signals how far modern manufacturing has evolved in terms of the skill demands but also the opportunities. In the world of welding, as in much of manufacturing, it’s not the 1950s anymore. It’s 21st-century high tech. Click here for the complete article.

Midlands Voices: TPP, international trade boost Nebraska agriculture

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

International trade plays a vital role in the current and future success of Nebraska agriculture. Right now, Congress is considering the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a 12-country trade agreement that would expand trade opportunities in the Asian-Pacific market. With enhanced access to international markets, this agreement would help grow our ag sector by making Nebraska products more competitive. Click here for the complete article.

REAPing America’s Clean Energy Future

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

USDA Rural Development’s Rural Energy for America Program, commonly referred to as ‘REAP’, provides financial resources for rural agricultural producers and small businesses to help them improve their bottom line. REAP provides loan guarantees and small grants to support these producers and owners as they improve the energy efficiency of their operations and develop renewable energy sources. Today, Secretary Vilsack announced hundreds of new projects like the one I visited over the summer in Central City, Nebraska. It exemplifies the strategic thinking our rural communities use daily to find new ways to prosper. A community just shy of 3,000 residents, Centra...

The Kings of Pop

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

There's a blockbuster new food trend growing in Mark and Paul McHargue's Nebraska corn fields. Popcorn, long the leading concession at movie theaters, is undergoing a renaissance. Sales of bagged, ready-to-eat popcorn are exploding as the snack gets tossed with everything from kale to sassy sriracha hot sauce. Hot buttered popcorn is still coveted by those not so consumed by calories, but it's millennials driving this new burst of popularity, says Deirdre Flynn, executive director of The Popcorn Board, the nonprofit checkoff organization financed by U.S. popcorn processors. "Ready-to-eat is probably the biggest market entry since microwave popcorn came on the scen...

2016 CD Week Photos

Monday, April 04, 2016

Click here to see the photos from the 2016 CD Week!

4-H facility well under way

Monday, April 04, 2016

With a targeted completion date of mid-July—just in time for the 2016 Merrick County Fair—contractors working on the new Merrick County Youth and Agriculture Education Center are counting their blessings now that the winter’s wet and cold are mostly in the rear-view mirror. Click here for the complete article.

Celebrating commitment to community growth and development

Monday, April 04, 2016

For the past 42 years, the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program has promoted progress and improvement among communities throughout Nebraska and around the nation. During March 28-April 2, National Community Development Week is celebrating the accomplishments of communities and projects that are encouraging economic growth and development. Today at the State Capitol, Gov. Pete Ricketts, and officials from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) and several communities gathered to publicly recognize these outstanding efforts. Click here for the complete article.

Central City solar garden earns NMPP Energy’s Project of Year Award

Monday, April 04, 2016

NMPP Energy awarded the City of Central City, Neb., with a Project of the Year Award for its Community Solar Garden at its 41st Annual Meeting and Conference in Grand Island, Neb., March 30. The award is presented annually to honor a project or program in an NMPP Energy member community that creates a more cohesive community, whether it is a project created for the entire community or one that makes it easier for city staff and employees to serve their customers. The City of Central City is a member of two of NMPP Energy’s organizations: the Nebraska Municipal Power Poo...

Engineers lay plans for cinema

Monday, April 04, 2016

If you’ve paid any attention, you’ve seen the sign that recently sprouted on the south side of Highway 30 at the head of the Dark Island Trail, property acquired last year by the City of Central City. Click here for the complete article.

City projects centerpiece of summer progress

Friday, March 11, 2016

The Central City Area Chamber of Commerce made good use of the organization’s annual banquet—re-imagined as a Gala this year—to put a collection of important local contributors to the local economy in front of Chamber members and guests. Click here for the complete article.

Community Development Week 2016...celebrate Nebraska communities success

Friday, March 11, 2016

Community development efforts across Nebraska will focus on this year's theme of “42 Years Building Strong Communities.” The National Community Development Association initiated National CD Week in 1986 to remind Congress of the importance of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. In Nebraska, federal, state and local organizations have formed partnerships to support community development activities in recognition of CD Week. Click here for the complete article.

Gov. Ricketts Announces Site Selection Award

Friday, March 11, 2016

Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that Site Selection magazine has awarded Nebraska with its Governor’s Cup as the number two state in the nation in 2015 with the most qualifying new and expanded facilities per capita. Click here for the complete article.

Retreat signals new direction for Chamber

Friday, March 11, 2016

The members of the Board of Directors for the Central City Chamber of Commerce took the occasion of their February 9 retreat at Prairie Creek Vineyard to talk about the direction their body should take over the next few years. Click here for the complete article.

The first annual summit will be held on July 12th in Lincoln

Friday, March 11, 2016

Today, Governor Pete Ricketts announced that the Governor’s Office and the Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) will host a first-of-its-kind “Governor’s Summit on Economic Development” in Lincoln on July 12, 2016. This summit will serve as an annual avenue for Nebraska’s business and economic development community members to share ideas and provide input to state government in key policy areas including workforce development, tax policy, and business attraction. “The summit will bring together Nebraskans who are dedicated to growing our state,” said Governor Ricketts. “This event will provide an annual opportunity for Nebraska’s business and economic development community members t...

Drinking Water Warning

Monday, February 01, 2016

CITY OF CENTRAL CITY HAS HIGH LEVELS OF NITRATE DO NOT GIVE THE WATER TO INFANTS UNDER 6 MONTHS OLD OR USE IT TO MAKE INFANT FORMULA In accordance with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Regulations Regarding Public Water Supply Systems, the consumers of City of Central City public water supply system are hereby notified that the system is in violation of the established drinking water standard of 10 milligrams per liter. Nitrate has been measured at an average concentration of 10.6 milligrams per liter in two samples collected from this system on January 11, 2016 and Januar...

Go Big Dig: Water line construction in progress

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Contractor Rutjens Construction began work last week on a project that will provide city water to new areas. Click here to view the subscription-based The Central City Republican Nonpareil complete article.

Miller named ISE Executive of the Year

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

A cybersecurity professional with Central City roots has been named the Information Security Executive of the year for the central region. Click here to view the subscription-based The Central City Republican Nonpareil complete article.

Treda’s holds BBQ, grand opening

Tuesday, June 16, 2015

It’s never too late to hold a BBQ, right? It worked out that way for Philip Conradt, a crop risk management specialist and broker with Tredas, a Lincoln commodity consulting and merchandising firm that opened the doors of a Central City branch about five months ago. Click here to view the complete subscription-baased The Central City Republican Nonpareil complete article.

Council approves two loan apps

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The Central City Council on Monday night voted to apply for two loans related to development projects in the works for area business and educational entities. Click here for the complete article.

More than $4.4 million available to spur new lending to Nebraska businesses and create jobs

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED) announced today that the state has received its third and final installment of $4,477,239 to assist with new business development, job creation and angel investments through the U.S. Treasury Department’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI). The state was awarded a total of $13,168,350 in October 2011 to create the Nebraska Progress Loan Fund (administered through NDED), and the Nebraska Progress Seed Fund (administered through Invest Nebraska). Invest Nebraska, a partner of NDED, is a private non-profit venture development organization focused on early stage high-impact companies in Nebraska and growing the state’s economy. Click her...

Nebraska gets $4.48 million to help small businesses

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Nebraska’s Department of Economic Development said Tuesday it has received $4.48 million from the U.S. Treasury Department’s State Small Business Credit Initiative to help new business, create jobs and spur investment in startups. The money is the third and final installment of $13.2 million that the state has received since 2011 under the federal program and dispensed through the Nebraska Progress Loan Fund and the Nebraska Progress Seed Fund. Click here for the complete article.

With 2.9% jobless rate, Nebraska boasts 'excellent job market'

Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Nebraska’s unemployment rate was 2.9 percent in January, the Nebraska Department of Labor reported Tuesday, just behind North Dakota’s 2.8 percent, which remains lowest in the nation. The Nebraska figure is down from 3.1 percent in December, which was revised from a previously reported 2.9 percent, and down from 3.4 percent a year ago. Click here for the complete article.

24/7 Wall Street Names Nebraska One of Best Run States

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

LINCOLN, Neb. – Online financial news site 24/7 Wall Street named Nebraska as one of the best run states in the nation. Factors for the rankings included debt per capita, unemployment rates, poverty rates, exports and gross domestic product. Click here for the complete article.

Governor Says Nebraska is Adding Jobs in Record Numbers

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

LINCOLN, Neb. – Nebraska has added a record number of jobs, and Gov. Dave Heineman said the state is on track to add 1.1 million jobs by 2015. It is the result of a decade of economic development and job growth in the state, the governor said. Click here for the complete article.

Nebraska’s corn, soybean harvest booming

Wednesday, October 01, 2014

The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a report that stated corn and soybean production was on track to top records this year, with Nebraska leading the pack. Click here for the complete article.

Nebraska governor declares October Manufacturing Month

Monday, September 01, 2014

Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman has dubbed October as Manufacturing Month, to salute and promote manufacturing jobs in the state. To coincide with Manufacturing Month, the governor and representatives from the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce plan to visit manufacturers in Lincoln, Deshler, Lexington and Norfolk. Click here for the complete article.

Central City earns Leadership Certification

Tuesday, July 01, 2014

Article From: Nebraska Department of Economic Development The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) has designated Central City as a Certified DED Leadership Development Community. Central City now joins Madison and Tecumseh. Central City demonstrated strong leadership and commitment to community planning by identifying and formulating solutions to existing needs and potential opportunities. The City has implemented creative and successful initiatives for attracting businesses and developing new and rehabilitating existing housing. City officials also have relied on a wide variety of local funding sources to undertake business and community development projects. DED kicked off the program in 2011 with the purpose of helpin...

Gov. Heineman Calls for Tax Relief in 2014 State of the State Address

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Address outlines need for tax relief, “good time” reform & no Medicaid expansion (Lincoln, Neb.) Today, Gov. Dave Heineman delivered his State of the State address focusing on the need for property and income tax relief, the reform of Nebraska’s “good time” law and his opposition to Obamacare’s Medicaid expansion. The first priority identified is property and income tax relief. In his State of the State address, Gov. Heineman said, “Today, I am showing you how Nebraska can afford up to $500 million dollars in tax relief over the next three years because we have a growing economy, a strong cash reserv...

10 States Where Youth Rules 2013

Friday, November 08, 2013

by Richard Barrington | MoneyRates.com Senior Financial Analyst, CFA Where should a young person go today to make his or her fortune? With student loan burdens soaring and youth unemployment rates in the double-digits, this isn't an easy question to answer. There are plenty of obvious candidates, such as the traditional youth meccas of New York and California. But what if you ignored the clichés and considered the question with an open mind? A young adult starting out today would benefit from a place with plenty of opportunity, reasonable living costs and just enough lifestyle amenities to keep things interesting. Where do suc...

Nebraksa Ranks Amonth the Best in USA for Jobs in 4th Quarter

Monday, September 16, 2013

Article by: Nebraska Radio Network | Matt Kelley A survey predicts Nebraska will be one of the nation’s best states for job growth in the final months of 2013. Karen Miller, spokeswoman for Manpower Incorporated, says their survey of employers in Nebraska finds only seven-percent of them plan to make cuts in staff between October and December. Miller says 21% of employers surveyed said they’d be adding to their staffs in the quarter ahead while a solid 69% said they won’t be changing staffing at all, bringing a net employment outlook of 14%, which she calls “really, really positive.” That outlook for Nebraska i...

Nebraska is second in Pollina's Top 10 Pro-Business States ranking

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

CONTACT Jen Rae Wang, Gov’s Ofc., 402-429-4701, jenrae.wang@nebraska.gov Patty Wood, Dept. of Econ. Dev., 402-471-1559, patty.wood@nebraska.gov (Lincoln, Neb.) Nebraska has been named one of America’s ten most business-friendly states for 2013 by Pollina Corporate Real Estate, Inc., a national leader in corporate site selection based in Park Ridge, Illinois. The ranking is based on independent research conducted by Pollina. Nebraska ranked second in the nation, only behind Utah. It moved up several spots from its 2012 sixth-place ranking. “Nebraskans should be very proud of their political leaders and their efforts in developing an economy that other states should envy. Job creation is obviously a to...

Substation Construction

Monday, July 15, 2013

Final inspection of a new electric substation just north of 14th Street and 14th Avenue was held on Friday, July 12th. The $589,609 project was constructed by Schmader Electric Construction Company out of West Point, Nebraska. The new North Substation is the city's third, and will operate at 5000 kVA 34.5 KV voltage and is rated at 69 KV. This new substation will provide greater reliability to the system and allow for more effective maintenance on the other substations. With only 2 substations, if one substation was down (either due to a storm, mechanical failure or maintenance) then the remainin...

Spring Cleanup Day

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

RESIDENTIAL Spring Cleanup FREE for Central City Utilities Customers ONLY North Park Saturday, May 11th, 2013 from 8 a.m. to noon Resident will be responsible for all unloading of vehicles Batteries and tires will be separated at the site. A $2.00 disposal fee will be collected for each tire. Scrap iron and whiet goods can be disposed of without limit, and no cost, at the City Compost site, north of Kernel Field Ball Park during regular scheduled hours. TRAFFFIC FLOW from East to West

Baseball signups (Majors/Minors)

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Baseball signups down at the Community room. March 20th from 5pm to 7pm! Pass the word along to anyone with kids in 9-12 range! (Kids under 9 wanting to signup for T-ball or Coach pitch, please contact the Fitness Center. Kids over 12, please contact the Legion!)

Central City goes 4-for-4 to take Class C title

Sunday, February 17, 2013

The Independent | By Marc Zavala OMAHA — It was a “four-gone” conclusion for the seniors on the Central City wrestling team. Bison seniors in Kolby Lenhart, Kyle Sutton, Jake Anderson and Jake Brown all captured state championship to help Central City win the Class C state title during Saturday’s action at the state wrestling tournament at the CenturyLink Center. Central City captured its third state championship in five years by scoring 135 points, 19.5 more than runner-up O’Neill. The Bison won state titles in Class C in 2009 and Class B in 2011. Brown said there’s no better way for him an...

Door to Door Sales

Friday, February 08, 2013

City ordinances require salespeople to have a license before visiting homes in Central City. If a salesperson knocks on your door, please ask to see their license! If no license specifically issued by the City of Central City is provided, please call the Police (946-3003) immediately.

Affordable Education: By Governor Dave Heineman

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Dear Fellow Nebraskans: This week, I announced a joint compact between the University of Nebraska and Nebraska State College System that would help ensure continued affordable access to higher education for Nebraska students and families. This compact will allow for a two year tuition freeze. A state investment in higher education would help ensure a strong University of Nebraska and Nebraska State College System. In Nebraska, we understand that education is the great equalizer and that’s why it is a priority for me. Investing in education is important to Nebraska’s future. It is also critical that our postsecondary institutions manage their resource...

Central City Library gets five stars for fifth year

Tuesday, January 01, 2013

The Independent | By Amy Schweitzer CENTRAL CITY — Merrick County residents gather at the Central City Public Library for Pinterest parties, book discussion groups, GED classes, children’s story time or to use the wireless Internet access. So many people used the library that it was given a five-star rating for each of the past five years by the Library Journal Index of Public Library Service. The rating is based on visits, program attendance, computer use and circulation per capita. Just 30 libraries from throughout the country have so consistently ranked so high thus earning the designation “5 Stars, 5 Editions.” “It’...

Hand Cornhusking Contest!

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Central City will host the State and National Hand Cornhusking Contest October 20th (state) and October 21st (national) at the Merrick County Fairgrounds! FREE Admission! Many events will be hosted throughout the day, beginning with registration at 7:30 a.m. A horse & wagon parade at 8:30 a.m., Cornhusking competition starts at 9:00. Corn Cookin' demonstrations at 11 and 2:00. Lunch will be available from 11 to 1:30. Celebrity pick at 1:00 on Saturday. A banquet and melodrama "Cornfield of Dreams at 6:00 on Saturday with another session Sunday at 1:30. Cowboy Church Service at 8:00 a.m. Sunday. Other events include kid...

Street Replacements Progressing

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

The City has contracted with Diamond Engineering to replace 6 blocks of worn out streets. This includes the streets east, west and north of the Grade School along with the street east of the Central City Mall. The $594,000 project involves replacing the streets along with adjacent sidewalks and parking areas and had a contracted completion date of August 1st. After breaking out 14th Avenue, the contractor discovered that the sanitary sewer was broken in numerous places and needed replacement. This has delayed the replacement of 14th Avenue by 3-4 weeks. We are very hopeful that the problems can b...

Central City Children's Theater (Cinderella)

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Come see our local children perform a re-imagined classic Cinderella. One day only! (Saturday, 07/14/2012) 2 exciting shows, at 3 and 6pm! Tickets available at the box office inside 1 hour before each show.

Joseph Hall to Perform

Thursday, July 05, 2012

Joseph Hall, Elvis Tribute Artist from Branson, MO will be at the Performing Arts Center on Sunday, July 29th at 2:00 p.m. The concert this year is a fundraiser for the Merrick County Child Development Center (MCCDC). They will have a dessert bar after the show and Joseph will be there to meet and greet everyone. Tickets are $20.00 each and are available by calling the MCCDC at 946-3336.

Airport Improvement Complete!

Thursday, January 19, 2012

The Parallel Taxiway project at the Central City airport was recently completed. The $1,309,000 project was 95% funded through a grant through the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics. The project included a 1,940 foot parallel taxiway with reflectors and concrete work around our hangars.

Could you qualify for a free building lot?

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

You'd like to save money on your dream home building project, wouldn't you? If you build in charming, scenic Central City, Nebraska, the city might just give you your lot for free. Yes, free. Central City, Nebraska, offers a business-friendly community, excellent schools, and beautiful surroundings. For more information about relocating to Central City, Nebraska, or our incentive programs, contact City Hall. http://cc-ne.com/ccne/Real-Estate/Free-Lots!

LED Street Light Conversion

Friday, January 06, 2012

The City recently completed the conversion of all residential street lights to high efficiency LED lights. "We are very thankful to the Nebraska Energy Office for providing grant funding for this important projec that will reduce our energy consumption, greatly reduce our staff time for replacing burnt out lights and provide environmental benefits". The lights are estimated to last at least 3-4 times longer than the old ones while using about 66% less energy. City staff estimate the energy savings will result in an annual reduction of 126 tons of greenhouse gases and save the City around $20,000 per year i...

Bell Ringers Needed!

Sunday, November 06, 2011

Central City Nebraska To Host 2012 National Corn Husking Contest

Thursday, October 06, 2011

Central City is the host again next year for the State Contest and it has been chosen to hold the 2012 National Contest the following day - October 13 and 14th 2012.

American Legion State Baseball Tournament

Thursday, July 28, 2011

American Legion Baseball Class B Seniors State Tournament held at Kernel Field, July 30th through August 3rd, 2011.

Central City, NE Announces New Website

Friday, July 08, 2011

Central City, NE Announces New "Quality Of Life" Website and Social Media Strategy To Promote Business Growth.

Energy Pioneer Solutions

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

The City is partnering with Energy Pioneer Solutions to provide energy audits of owner-occupied homes. If energy saving improvements are identified, a local contactor is hired by EPS to perform certain work to lower your energy use. You then make 48 monthly payments on your utility bill to repay the energy loan. Call EPS at 402-834-0800 for more information!

A world of popcorn

Monday, April 25, 2011

CHAPMAN, Neb. — Norm Krug pops out from the grays and browns of the gravel parking lot and nearby grain bins to wave hello to a lone passerby. If the driver of the red International tractor missed the greeting, Krug's yellow Preferred Popcorn shirt and yellow truck did the trick. The driver returns the wave, turns left and rumbles into a field. “That's my tractor,” Krug said. “And he's turning into my field.” Preferred Popcorn was born 13 years ago in that field, which like the plant is just south of U.S. Highway 30 between Central City and Grand Island. Krug raised popcorn most o...

Lincoln Airport adds flights to Chicago, Denver

Thursday, March 19, 2015

The Lincoln Airport will offer five nonstop flights to Chicago and three nonstop flights to Denver by this spring. United Airlines recently added a fourth weekday flight to Chicago and a third to Denver, which will fly every day but Tuesday. Click here for the complete article.rel="publisher"

UNMC, Nebraska Medicine are drivers for economy, study finds

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Nebraska Medicine and the University of Nebraska Medical Center account for $1 out of every $25 spent in Nebraska, considering how their spending ripples through the economy, and they employ more than 13,000 people. Click here for the complete article.

Where's the best place to live to save? Good news, Omaha and Lincoln

Thursday, March 19, 2015

The city you choose to live in can have a major impact on your finances. Large cities like San Francisco, New York and Los Angeles have become unaffordable for many residents and some have chosen to relocate in search of economic stability, homeownership and a less-expensive lifestyle. Click here for the complete article.rel="publisher"

County Board Approves Pipeline Project

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

The Merrick County Board of Supervisors has voted unanimously to write a letter of approval for the Keystone Pipeline project that will run through their area. This comes amidst mixed feelings from landowners and community members.

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