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Austin Pistulka is a Nebraska grown man who went off to the wild world of Orlando, Florida. When it came time to start his family, Austin moved back home. This is his journey to come back to the state he loves.   HOST:  Emily Perry This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/.  .. TWITTER: @YorkNEDevCo FACEBOOK:...

Jill Swartzendruber is the marketing and member manager of the York Chamber of Commerce. She says that helping to do something that truly makes positive change is her passion, which is made evident through her work. Jill has advanced in different career paths, yet choosing to land at the York Chamber of Commerce was an easy decision due to the community impact that she is able to support.   HOST: ...

To kick off Small Business and Economic Development Weeks, Madonna Mogul with the York Chamber of Commerce and Lisa Hurley with York County Development Corporation join 17-County podcast. From chatting about how their businesses differ to how they overlap, these women and their teams are working to provide lasting positive sustainability, growth, and quality programming in York and York County. Li...

Eric Montgomery has a lot of stories and Emily is here to get them out. Enjoy this episode of the 17 County Podcast.   HOST:  Emily Perry This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/.  .. TWITTER: @YorkNEDevCo FACEBOOK:  facebook.com/YorkCountyDevelopmentCorporation/  .. TEAM: Lisa Hurley, Exec. Director  Emily...

Terri Carlson is the Holthus Convention Center Director in York and her life is full of interesting stories! Thanks for listening and getting to know Terri on the 17-County podcast.   HOST:  Emily Perry This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/.  .. TWITTER: @YorkNEDevCo FACEBOOK:  facebook.com/YorkCountyDeve...

Sometimes it's about bringing innovation to the familiar. YCDC Executive Director, Lisa Hurley, joins the podcast to share insights on growth and strategic planning. Hurley captures the importance of expanding online storytelling, York County's focus on expanding childcare and housing, and what the future holds for the heartland. Because it's about making progress together.  HOST:  Emily Perry Thi...

Sometimes it's about keeping a good thing a good thing. Jesse Thieman, Operations Manager at Cyclonaire, sits down with YCDC to share his story of career pursuits and settling down in Nebraska. Thieman shares how small town life means real community, how his work impacts more everyday things than you'd think, and why getting involved with the local schools is always rewarding. Because it's about m...

Sometimes it's about showing up every day. YCDC sits down with Tristan Perry, York County Diversion Officer, to hear his heartland story. Perry shares how investing in the community's youth is always the right thing to do, the benefits small town life, and why cheese should be its own food group. Because it's about making the place you love even better.  HOST:  Emily Perry This podcast is produced...

Sometimes home is the place it always has been. Cindi Nickel, Owner of Coldwell Banker NHS Real Estate, sits down with YCDC to share her York story. Nickel shares how thriving in a career and having family close makes all the difference in the heartland. Because it's about doing what love and being with your people. HOST:  Emily Perry This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corpora...

Sometimes you know what you're meant to do. YCDC sits down with Taylor Samek, York County Sheriff Deputy, to hear his story of law enforcement and community connection. Samek shares why he knew early on where his career to take him and how he's able to serve a greater purpose. Because it's all about helping people.  HOST:  Emily Perry This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corpora...

Sometimes you plant roots in a surprising place. YCDC welcomes back Heather Hultgrien, CEO of Renewed Horizon, back to the podcast. Heather shares her vision for strengthening supports for families, her career journey from public education to adoption advocacy, and her appreciation for small town life . Because making a difference in the right place matters.    HOST:  Emily Perry   This podcast is...

Sometimes your career grows beyond what you'd expect. Sue Crawford, York City Administrator, sits down with YCDC to share her story of bold professional opportunity. From teaching political science at Creighton University, to earning a seat at the Nebraska State Legislature, to now serving the public in York -- Crawford knows first-hand the meaningful impact to be made at the civic level. Because...

Sometimes it just feels like home. YCDC welcomes Kelly Fike, Math & Entrepreneurship Teacher at York Middle School, to the 17-County Podcast. From being raised in a family of educators, to venturing to York College as a student, to bringing her family back to York not once but twice -- Fike understands the importance of not only going where you're needed, but building something meaningful along th...

Sometimes you just have to build the thing. 17-County kicks-off Manufacturing Month by sitting down with Adam Broughton of Beaver Creek Products: Pet Treats. Catch his story of building a brand new business from the ground-up, the learning curve that came with it, and the success found in moving forward. Because when you see a need, you find a way to meet it.    HOST:  Emily Perry   This podcast i...

Sometimes it's about investing in the heartland. YCDC kicks-off another season of the 17-County Podcast by welcoming new host, Emily, as she sits down to chat with Executive Director Lisa Hurley and Business Manager Deb Heskett. Whether it's treasuring family memories built through small town living or innovation towards the next big county venture — these ladies are all about community.   HOST: ...

Sometimes you know you're meant to lead. YCDC sits down with Tyler Herman, Assistant Principal & Activities Director for York Public Schools, to hear his story. Whether it's leading the wrestling program at Amherst or stepping up as an administrator, Herman understands the importance of investing in students. Because it's all about leadership, consistency, and making a difference.    HOST:  Derek...

Sometimes you know what you're meant to do. Scott Yates, P.E./Health Teacher at McCool Junction Public Schools, sits down with YCDC to share his story international travels and coaching. Whether it's finding opportunities in Australia or teaching in the heartland, Yates understands the impact of teaching. Because it's all about investing in the community.    HOST:  Derek Dauel   This podcast is pr...

Sometimes everything falls into place. YCDC sits down with Jason Heitz, York High School Principal, to hear his story of journeying through education. Whether it's stepping-up at small, rural schools or helping to lead YPS through the days of the pandemic, Heitz knows first-hand the impact a good educator can make. Because it's all about school, community, and family.    HOST:  Derek Dauel   This...

Sometimes you land in the right spot and it all makes sense. Chad Mattox, YMS Social Studies Teacher & Multi-Sport Coach, sits down with YCDC to share his story. Whether it's coaching college students on the wrestling mat, coordinating softball tournaments, or sharing his love of podcasts, Mattox understands that family and community are everything. Because positive energy goes a long way to makin...

Sometimes your career takes unexpected turns and it works out. YCDC is joined by Heartland Community Schools' Guidance Counselor, Micah Sundberg, to hear his Nebraska story. Whether it's teaching in a science classroom or leading a group of students out onto the court, Sundberg knows what makes small town schools and communities special. Because at the end of the day, it's all about making an impa...

Sometimes small town life is everything. YCDC kicks-off another season by sitting down with Mr. Cody Wallinger, McCool Junction Public Schools newest Principal. Whether its dishing on the latest football news or sharing insights on philosophy, Wallinger understands that people are the secret to a strong community. Because knowing where you're supposed to be and making it count matters.    HOST:  D...

Sometimes it's as simple as knowing where you want to be. YCDC closes out the season by sitting down with lifelong York County resident, Randy Obermier. Whether it's extending the legacy of a 100+ year old business in York Boot and Repair or civic leadership as County Commissioner —Obermier knows what makes this corner of the heartland special. Because appreciating the place you call home is what...

Sometimes you say yes to an opportunity and you strap in for a fun ride. YCDC sits down with Deb Robertson, Director of the Kilgore Memorial Library, to hear her story of literacy and information advocacy. Whether it's investing in new programs for the library or engaging the community in vital conversation —Robertson believes in the impact a public library can have. Because some services will alw...

Sometimes it's as simple as doing what you can for the community. Kurt Bulgrin, York County Commissioner, joins YCDC to share his story of why he's made a career out of public service in rural Nebraska. Whether it's serving at the Senator Staff level for the Legislature or running for local office — Bulgrin has a passion for serving the people. Because when you know where you're supposed to be you...

Sometimes it's all about community. YCDC sits down with Pat Wagner, McCool Junction Village Board Chair, to hear why heritage matters to her. Whether it be tracing her lineage through the days of the Revolutionary War or simply honoring that legacy thru community involvement — Wagner knows that this part of the country is special. Because there's pride to be had in the heartland.    HOST:  Derek D...