City of Benkelman Builds State and Local Partnerships to Develop Aesthetic Appeal, New Infrastructure

by Jamdan Clang | Sep 12, 2024 | Community Development, News, Success Stories

From left to right (Robyn Mathews, Administrative Assistant for the City of Benkelman; Ashley Rice-Gerlach, Southwest Nebraska Business Development Consultant for DED; Tammy Buffington, Mayor of Benkelmen). City honored for continued leadership in Nebraska’s...

Hastings Rejuvenates Downtown, Supports Expansion of Homegrown Business through Community Development Block Grant Program

by Jamdan Clang | Aug 30, 2024 | Community Development, News, Success Stories

The downtown district serves as the heart of a community, and Hastings’ city center is beating strong thanks to investments made through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Over the past ten years, Hastings has been awarded $1.45 million of CDBG...

Scottsbluff Enjoys Event-Packed Summer at 18th Street Plaza—Downtown Space Developed with Support of Community Development Block Grants

by Jamdan Clang | Aug 22, 2024 | Community Development, News, Success Stories

Downtown Scottsbluff has been humming this summer with live music, farmers markets, and festivals. The city’s Bands on Broadway series offers free concerts on Thursday evenings for ten weeks from June to mid-August. The 18th Street Farmers Market—held every Saturday...

City of Norfolk Creates Inviting Spaces, Beautiful Places with Support from Community Development Block Grants

by Jamdan Clang | Aug 22, 2024 | Community Development, News, Success Stories

The community gathers for a concert at River Point Square in downtown Norfolk. Stroll through Norfolk, and you’ll see why the city is generating buzz as a success story in Nebraska community development. Its revitalized downtown has attracted a slew of new restaurants...

Nebraska City Shining Bright with Support from Community Development Block Grants

by Jamdan Clang | Aug 21, 2024 | Community Development, News, Success Stories

With apple orchards, Arbor Day Farm, and close proximity to the Missouri River, Nebraska City offers a lot to see and do. City leaders have supplemented these attractions with proactive investments in community amenities. The town’s ongoing improvements not only make...

City of Plainview Takes Home the 2022 Governor’s Showcase Community Award During Celebration of Community Development Week

by Jamdan Clang | Apr 15, 2022 | News, Success Stories

Lieutenant Governor Mike Foley visited the city of Plainview yesterday to present local officials and economic developers with the 2022 Governor’s Showcase Community Award. The award is presented to one Nebraska community each year during the annual celebration of...