Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast

Caleb Pollard and Bob Stowell discuss the Valley County Community Foundation. Caleb, owner of Scratchtown Brewing Company and Executive Director of Valley County Economic Development, shares his journey into rural economic development. Bob, a local attorney and former NCF board member, recounts the formation of the Valley County Economic Development board in 2000. Caleb and Bob have a shared passi...

New Shoutout Episode On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts on the GSTN Podcast, take a glimpse into the Nebraska Tourism Conference, plus a Stanton fundraiser follows a popular trend, a spa in Columbus feels like a work of art, get your daily dose in Grand Island, and find unique hand-built mugs from a revitalized historic building in O'Neill. Listen where you find your favorite podcasts. Like, su...

Sheila Jenkinson talks Alyssa Miller, Executive Director of the Columbus Area Children's Museum. Alyssa discusses the museum's origins, the various educational camps and events, and unique hands-on exhibits featuring many well-known Columbus and Nebraska-based staples. The museum has welcomed over 600 students on field trips in it's first year. Don't forget to subscribe and follow the GSTN Podcast...

This episode of Foundation Fridays on the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast features the Norfolk Family of Funds, a group of NCF-affiliated funds working collaboratively to maximize their impact. Guests Tammy Day and Kent Warneke discuss their involvement in community philanthropy, highlighting the importance of collaboration and relationships.  https://www.norfolkfoundation.com/ https://www.neb...

 On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, host Sheila Jenkinson invites you to discover the tiny pool hall in Newport where you're invited to come on in, grab a coffee amid the grain bins in Scribner, find pastries in Columbus, sip on Espresso Martinis in Norfolk, get thrifty in O'Neill, or search for your next read in Grand Island. Listen to the GSTN Podcast where you find your favorites. New episo...

This episode is part two, celebrating year two of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast with clips, bloopers, and memories from episodes 39 through the end of December.  Please see the original episodes for links pertaining to specific topics, events, and locations that were highlighted. Listen where you find your favorite podcasts and don't forget to subscribe, follow, and review! Thanks for li...

On this episode of Growing Nebraska & Beyond host of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, Sheila Jenkinson, talks to Reed Nyffeler, CEO and co-founder of Signal, a global security services franchise, author of Transform Through Purpose, and host of the ReedFlections Podcast. This Omaha native emphasizes the importance of finding and living out one's unique purpose. He shares his personal story...

In this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts – don't fly the coop, stay for the chicken in Kearney or Grand Island. Find western wear for work or play along with great promotional items in Norfolk. Discover great coffee with an environment that invites you to stay for a while in downtown Fremont, and more! Listen to the GSTN Podcast where you find your favorites. New episodes come out 7 times a month! Th...

This episode of Foundation Fridays on the GSTN Podcast features Doug Gaswick and Tyler Pribbeno discussing the Imperial Community Foundation Fund. Doug, the treasurer since 1999, and Tyler, the city administrator, highlight the Fund's growth from a struggling start up to a $2 million endowment with an annual payout of $90,000, and a $834,000 impact over 25 years. They emphasize the importance of c...

The number one episode in 2024 was #31 - JT Martin of the Corn Belt. In this episode, we catch back up with JT to hear about some of his favorite Nebraska visits in the past year and to peek into what's ahead for him as he continues to share his passion for Nebraska through his popular social media platform and more! Listen to this episode where you find your favorites and please like, follow, and...

On this episode of Sheila's Shout-outs, it's boutique time in Kearney with great Nebraska-themed clothing and more. Find out a bit about a northeast Nebraska-made coffee Sheila's been enjoying from the comfort of her home for years. Take a peek inside a Christian Bookstore with gifts galore in Kearney, eat at a family restaurant in Grand Island known for their fried chicken and huge cinnamon rolls...

On this episode of Foundation Fridays on the GSTN Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson, talks Dale Dueland and Ronda Graff about the McCook Community Foundation Fund, a Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) community based affiliated fund.  Dale and Ronda explain what unrestricted funds are as they also highlight the McCook Philanthropy Council, the Big Give, what it's like to have a community with an abu...

In this collaborative episode, host of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, Sheila Jenkinson, along with hosts of the Oh My! Omaha Podcast, Kim Reiner and Dee Harrell share their adventures within Nebraska and Beyond! In particular, if you're thinking of road tripping through the state in 2025, this episode is going to give you a lot of ideas for stops. Listen to the full episode wherever you...

On this episode of Foundation Fridays on the GSTN Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Chloe Higgins and Johanna Ford about the Hometown Intern program available in communities with an Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF) community based affiliated fund.  Johanna was Bertrand's Hometown Intern this past summer; and Chloe is the Youth Engagement Specialist at the Nebraska Community Foundation whe...

In this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, it's all about the holidays as host Sheila Jenkinson highlights the 2024 Visit Nebraska Holiday Passport and other Nebraska events and festivities to take in. Listen where you find your favorite podcasts and please follow and subscribe so you don't miss a single episode. We'd appreciate a review, too! The Growing Small Town Nebraska regular episodes launch th...

This is the 2024 Christmas episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, featuring SantaLand in Creighton, Nebraska. Join host Sheila Jenkinson as she reminisces and talks to one of the volunteers, Andrea Eggerling.  SantaLand is a great place to take family members of all ages to see the lights and displays throughout the park, meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, have a treat and some hot cocoa, and...

This premiere episode of Foundation Fridays features the Leigh Legacy Fund, a vehicle for the philanthropy of individuals, businesses, and organizations that desire to make a lasting contribution to the community of Leigh. Leigh, Nebraska, with a population of just over 400, is a thriving, caring community committed to enriching the quality of life for present and future generations, preserving th...

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts, I asked you to share some of your favorite stunning light displays, cozy gatherings, spirited annual events, places to see and experience, and where to ring in the New Year. Listen where you find your favorite podcasts and please follow and subscribe so you don't miss a single episode. We'd appreciate a review, too! The Growing Small Town Nebraska regular epi...

In part 2 of Explore Siouxland, host Sheila Jenkinson, takes you through the itinerary of her 3-day FAM trip with other members of the Midwest Travel Network as they explored Iowa, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Hear about several museums, special eats and treats, and hear from Melanie Baxter of Giveaway Bandit and Kim Reiner of Oh My! Omaha.  Listen wherever you love to find your favorite podcasts a...

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts there's a lot of celebrating going on plus, find a place in Petersburg with local brews and live music too, a Nebraska landmark inspired by Europe, a military museum deeply connected to western Nebraska, and a vibrant Mexican restaurant in a charming downtown. Listen wherever you love to listen! Please follow and subscribe so you don't miss an episode!  https:...

This episode is a celebration of year two of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast with clips, bloopers, and memories from episodes 28 through 38. It also includes an announcement concerning something new coming to the show! Listen where you find your favorite podcasts and don't forget to subscribe, follow, and review! Thanks for listening!

On this episode of Sheila's Shoutouts find Midwest German eats in Gering, big city comfort food in   Grand Island, local history plus drinks, food, and live entertainment in Tekamah, and a place in Kearney dedicated to firefighters throughout the state. https://mixingbowlgering.com/ Coney Island: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063573794496 https://www.chatterboxbrews.com/ https://nebra...

Kristen Heimgartner is the Destination Experience Manager for Explore Siouxland, where she plays a key role in promotion the Siouxland region as a top destination. Host of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast and Growing Nebraska & Beyond, Sheila Jenkinson, talks to Kristen about a recent FAM (Familiarization) Trip she took to the area with the Midwest Travel Network and a quick return trip, al...

Sheila Jenkinson talks to Jeff Yost, President and CEO of the Nebraska Community Foundation (NCF), and Carrie Malek-Madani, NCF's Director of Marketing and Communications as they discuss the importance of changing the narrative about rural Nebraska, encouraging young people to stay or return, and the role of unrestricted endowments in community development. Several success stories are shared empha...

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 Nebraska. I hopped on a bus tour to visit the place where I grew up, plus there's a historic theatre and brewery in Ord that are both worth mentioning! Listen on your favorite podcast platform and please subscribe and follow...