Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State

Sheila Jenkinson
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Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast: Revitalization in the Cornhusker State

Join Sheila Jenkinson as she talks with community leaders and business owners about their efforts in revitalizing small towns in the Cornhusker state. Bonus content includes Sheila's Shout-Out episodes highlighting fun things to see and do in Nebraska and Growing Nebraska & Beyond which focuses on larger towns within Nebraska as well as travel destinations throughout the US.

  1. NOV 21

    Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 3: Explore Siouxland Part 2, The Itinerary

    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 and subscribe and follow for more. You can also find pictures and videos from each episode on the Growing Small Town Nebraska Facebook page. Thanks to the Expore Siouxland tearm: Kristi Franz, and Ward Franz, and Kristen Heimgartner, as well as MTN founders Lisa Trudell and Sara Broers for the trip and great material. Other featured MTN members include Iowa Road Trip, Roxie on the Road, and Travel with Sara.  https://exploresiouxland.com/ #mwtnsiouxland #exploresiouxland #MWTravel #podcastlife #growingsmalltownne #growingnebraskaandbeyond #travel #exploremore #arts #destinations Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com Thank you to Tanner Erhisman, audio engineer for this episode. Grand Island Tourism: https://visitgrandisland.com/ Knox County Economic Development and Visit Knox County: https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/ Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com Intersect Coworking and Incubator Space: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/ Koffie Knechtion: https://www.facebook.com/TheKoffieKnechtion?mibextid=ZbWKwL Avoca Retreat: https://www.avoca-retreat.com/

    28 min

  2. NOV 19

    Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 19: GSTN and NCF Celebrations, 386 Tap, Carhenge, Sallows Military Museum, Kiko's Cantina

    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://www.nebcommfound.org/ https://www.nebcommfound.org/give/boone-county-foundation-fund/ 386 Tap https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092214635437&mibextid=LQQJ4d https://visitscottsbluff.com/ https://carhenge.com/ https://www.sallowsmilitarymuseum.com/ https://visitgrandisland.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kikoscantina/ Thanks to pixabay music for the background music. Thank you to 2nd anniversary giveaway sponsors: Koffie Knechtion: https://www.facebook.com/TheKoffieKnechtion?mibextid=ZbWKwL https://exploresiouxland.com/ https://4thstsweets.com/ https://www.avoca-retreat.com/ https://prykergroup.com/ https://www.intersectcoworking.com/ Columbus Children's Museum https://columbuslearnandplay.org/ https://loveewecandleco.com/ https://visitgrandisland.com/ https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/ https://www.nctheatre.org/

    13 min

  3. NOV 12

    Ep. 52: GSTN Podcast 2nd Year Anniversary Special, Part 1

    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!

    32 min

  4. NOV 5

    Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 18: The Mixing Bowl, Coney Island Lunch Room, Chatterbox Brews, NE Firefighters Museumfighters

    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://nebraskafirefightersmuseum.org/ Shownotes: https://otter.ai/u/nq8R1KC0axPDgoR0g7RWBaJ6x3U?utm_source=copy_url Thank you to pixabay music for the background tracks. Thank you to 2nd anniversary giveaway sponsors: Koffie Knechtion: https://www.facebook.com/TheKoffieKnechtion?mibextid=ZbWKwL https://exploresiouxland.com/ https://4thstsweets.com/ https://www.avoca-retreat.com/ https://prykergroup.com/ https://www.intersectcoworking.com/ Columbus Children's Museum https://columbuslearnandplay.org/ https://loveewecandleco.com/ https://visitgrandisland.com/ https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/ https://www.nctheatre.org/

    9 min

  5. OCT 25

    Growing Nebraska & Beyond Ep. 2: Explore Siouxland Part 1, Kristen Heimgartner

    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, all through Explore Siouxland.  In this Part 1 of a 2-part series about the area highlights include a luxury hotel, locations to find your sweet or salty treats, a downtown theatre, parks, food, and more! Listen today on your favorite podcast platform and don't forget to subscribe to the GSTN Podcast! https://exploresiouxland.com/ #mwtnsiouxland #exploresiouxland #MWTravel #podcastlife #growingsmalltownne #growingnebraskaandbeyond #travel #exploremore #arts #destinations Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com 4TH St. Sweets:  https://4thstsweets.com/ Grand Island Tourism: https://visitgrandisland.com/ Knox County Economic Development and Visit Knox County: https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/

    28 min

  6. OCT 22

    Ep. 51: Nebraska Community Foundation, Carrie Malek-Madani & Jeff Yost

    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 emphasizing collaboration, optimism, and the potential for rural revitalization. (Note: this episode was recorded in September of 2024.) NebraskaHometown.org Listen today on your favorite podcast platform and don't forget to subscribe to the GSTN Podcast! Thank you to Hip Grandma Life for the headshot of Sheila. #growingsmalltownne #Nebraska #smalltownbigdreams #podcastlife #growingnebraskaandbeyond #nebraskacommunityfoundation #revitalization Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Show notes: https://otter.ai/u/OnB-OAFxSUQEe8pY0XXiyvcU7_c?utm_source=copy_url Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com Cuming County Visitors Bureau & Cuming County Economic Development: sweethomecumingcounty.com Norfolk Area Concert Association: https://concertassociation.net/norfolkne/ Sidney/Cheyenne County Tourism: https://www.visitsidneyne.com/. Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/ Intersect: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/ 4TH St. Sweets:  https://4thstsweets.com/ Artzy Haven https://artzyhaven.com/ The American Doorstop Project www.AmericanDoorstopProject.com Born to Rein: www.BornToRein.com Elkhorn Valley Museum https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/ Norfolk Rotary Club https://rotarydistrict5650.org/clubinfo/norfolk-1 Norfolk Area Concert Association https://concertassociation.net/norfolkne/ Scotts Bluff County Tourism https://visitscottsbluff.com/ Pierce County Tourism https://www.pcedne.org/

    30 min

  7. OCT 15

    Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 17: Koffie Knechtion, Morgan's Cowpoke Haven, Scratchtown, & The Golden Husk

    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 for more! exploresiouxland #mwtnsiouxland #MTN #growingsmalltownne #Nebraska #travel #exploremore #podcastlife #visit Nebraska #smalltown #smalltownbigdreams Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/ 4TH St. Sweets:  https://4thstsweets.com/ Elkhorn Valley Museum https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/ Show notes: https://otter.ai/u/UZUD-lqgljWhbOEvy0U7lwPGsgE?utm_source=copy_url

    10 min

  8. OCT 8

    Ep. 50: Pfanny's Farm, Julie Pfanstiel

    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. Hear how the surrounding community has embraced the experience, and find out about annual events, as well as a way to escape the noise of it all through a cozy retreat. Listen to the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast where you find your favorite podcasts, and don't forget to follow and subscribe. Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast. Show Notes: https://otter.ai/u/phsV88u6x_hNvwrkKlPp5i7h5DI?utm_source=copy_url Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com Cuming County Visitors Bureau & Cuming County Economic Development: sweethomecumingcounty.com Norfolk Area Concert Association: https://concertassociation.net/norfolkne/ Sidney/Cheyenne County Tourism: https://www.visitsidneyne.com/. Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/ Intersect: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/ 4TH St. Sweets:  https://4thstsweets.com/ Artzy Haven https://artzyhaven.com/ The American Doorstop Project www.AmericanDoorstopProject.com Born to Rein: www.BornToRein.com Elkhorn Valley Museum https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/ Norfolk Rotary Club https://rotarydistrict5650.org/clubinfo/norfolk-1 Norfolk Area Concert Association https://concertassociation.net/norfolkne/ Scotts Bluff County Tourism https://visitscottsbluff.com/

    19 min
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Join Sheila Jenkinson as she talks with community leaders and business owners about their efforts in revitalizing small towns in the Cornhusker state. Bonus content includes Sheila's Shout-Out episodes highlighting fun things to see and do in Nebraska and Growing Nebraska & Beyond which focuses on larger towns within Nebraska as well as travel destinations throughout the US.

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