Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast

Sheila Jenkinson

Society & Culture

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 184

Sheila is the owner and host of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast which launches seven episodes each month: 🎙️GSTN Standard Episodes (Tourism/Events in small NE Towns) -2nd & 4th Tuesdays 🎙️Sheila's Shoutouts (small business, attractions, activities in Nebraska) - 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 🎙️Foundation Fridays - through a partnership with the Nebraska Community Foundation (revitalizing, community building) - 1st & 3rd Fridays 🎙️Growing Nebraska & Beyond (travel/tourism throughout the US, other notable topics in Lincoln/Omaha) - 4th Fridays

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🇨🇦 Canada - placesAndTravel
28/02/2026
#64
🇨🇦 Canada - placesAndTravel
26/11/2025
#84

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https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/
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https://www.stantonstatebank.com/
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https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/
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https://www.facebook.com/jhproduce
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https://www.facebook.com/groups/1396934770697632
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https://www.facebook.com/naturalsoap4u
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Ep. 77: Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce, Winterfest and Holdrege for the Holidays

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 • Duration 22:21

On this episode explore the vibrant community of Holdrege, Nebraska through conversations with local leaders Adam Hernandez and Rebecca Anderson-- both a part of the Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce. Hear about Winterfest and Holdrege for the Holidays, plus other area events and attractions.

https://www.phelpscountyne.com/in-the-news/p/item/39431/celebrate-holdredge-for-the-holidays!

https://www.holdregechamber.com/holidays

Visit 37, Phelps County: https://www.visit37.com/

Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce: https://www.holdregechamber.com/

Iron Horse Arts District: https://ironhorsedistrict.org/

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn.

Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com

https://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/

Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation https://www.nebcommfound.org/

Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/

Grand Island Tourism https://visitgrandisland.com/

Knox County https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/

Visit Shipshewana: https://visitshipshewana.org/

Visit 37, Phelps County: https://www.visit37.com/

Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce: https://www.holdregechamber.com/

Iron Horse Arts District: https://ironhorsedistrict.org/

Pierce County Tourism: https://piercecountyne.gov/default.htm

Burt County Tourism: https://www.burtcountytourism.com/

Burt County Economic Development Corporation: https://burtcoedc.com/

Norfolk Rotary Club: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/6101

Box Butte Economic Development Corporation: https://boxbuttedevelopment.com/

Intersect: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/

Elkhorn Valley Museum https://elkhornvalleymuseum.org/

Norfolk Community Theatre: https://www.nctheatre.org/tickets/

Music in the Park/Norfolk Rotary: https://rotarydistrict5650.org/

Norfolk Area Concert Association: https://concertassociation.net/norfolkne/

For a full list of current sponsors and to find out more, visit our website: https://www.growingsmalltownne.com/

#GSTNPodcast #growingsmalltownne #Nebraska #lovewhereyoulive #travelmore #exploremore #holidayattractions #Christmasmemories #podcast #growingnebraskaandbeyond #travel #tourism #communityevents #podcastlife #smalltownbigheart #smalltownholiday #dowhatyoulove #teamwork #collaboration

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Foundation Friday Ep. 24: SAGA (Sidney and Greater Area Fund)

Friday, November 21, 2025 • Duration 26:31

On this episode, Melissa Norgard and Sarah Sinnett discuss their involvement with the SAGA or Sidney and Greater Area Fund, as well as insights on the impact of the E3 program. Hear more about the Nebraska Community Foundation, the importance of entrepreneurship and local engagement, plus a positive cultural shift within the community,

http://nebraskahometown.org/

https://sagafund.org/

Follow along on the GSTN Podcast journey wherever you listen. Want to catch up all of the Foundation Friday episodes? You can find them all here: https://www.nebcommfound.org/podcast/

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn.

Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com

https://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/

Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation https://www.nebcommfound.org/

Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/

Grand Island Tourism https://visitgrandisland.com/

Knox County https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/

Visit Shipshewana: https://visitshipshewana.org/

Visit 37, Phelps County:

Foundation Fridays Ep. 22: Brown County Community Foundation Fund

Friday, October 17, 2025 • Duration 22:44

On this episode, Vance Heyer and Ashley Schroeder talk about the Brown County Community Foundation Fund and their involvement. With one of them being very new, you'll hear a little different perspective. Both guests talk to host, Sheila Jenkinson, about and the positive impacts they've seen in their communities throughout the county. You'll also hear about some of the things that make this part of Nebraska unique. Listen in as the BCCFF celebrates 30 years this week!

https://www.nebcommfound.org/give/brown-county-community-foundation-fund/
http://nebraskahometown.org/

Follow, subscribe, like, and share for more inspiring stories from Nebraska & Beyond.

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

Thank you to the GSTN Assistant, Jill Grovijohn.

Thank you to pixabay music for background tracks! https://pixabay.com

https://midwesttravelnetwork.com/midwest-travel-network-speakers-bureau/

Thank you to Nebraska Community Foundation https://www.nebcommfound.org/

Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/

Grand Island Tourism https://visitgrandisland.com/

Knox County https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/

Visit Shipshewana: https://visitshipshewana.org/

Visit 37, Phelps County:

Ep. 49: Japanese Hall, Vickie Sakurada Schaepler

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 • Duration 24:14

Host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Vickie Sakurada-Schaepler, Coordinator of the Japanese Hall and History Project at Legacy of the Plains Museum in Gering, Nebraska. Vickie talks about the amazing community and state-wide support the Japanese Hall has received and highlights some of the history housed in this unique Nebraska museum.

Listen anywhere you get your podcasts and please remember to follow and subscribe.

Don't miss the premiere of Growing Nebraska & Beyond, bonus content for the GSTN Podcast, launching later this week!

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

Show Notes: https://otter.ai/u/_TgEEZyzY0BsY6vJAO8lvR-j4Jg?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

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 15: Master's Hand, Yanney Heritage Park, and busy Nebraska travels

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 • Duration 13:47

On this episode, find the gift shop and special lunch spot that prides itself on spreading joy like confetti, explore a stunning park full of flowers, sculptures, a tower, and more; and listen in about recent pop-up travels for the GSTN Podcast.

Listen anywhere you love to listen and don't forget to subscribe to the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

https://mastershandcandles.com/
https://www.cityofkearney.org/1893/Yanney-Heritage-Park
https://www.yanneypark.org/
https://rotarydistrict5650.org/clubinfo/columbus-morning
https://www.knoxcountynebraska.com/
https://outdoornebraska.gov/location/niobrara/

https://www.nebcommfound.org/

Show notes: https://otter.ai/u/z-rr1r-g0KWUHS1yYIfvwnfQGsw?utm_source=copy_url

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Ep. 48: Stacie Roblyer, Nebraska's Junk Jaunt

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 • Duration 16:57

In this episode, host Sheila Jenkinson, summer intern for the GSTN Podcast, Jill Grovijohn, and the General Coordinator for Nebraska's Junk Jaunt, Stacie Roblyer, talk about Nebraska's Junk Jaunt, which is approximately 350 miles of garage sales, yard sales, vendors and more, spanning over 30 communities. Hear how people make this an annual weekend-long event and the lengths some go to in preparation for this popular get-a-way.

Listen where you find your favorite podcasts, and please remember to follow, rate, and review the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast.

www.junkjaunt.com

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

Show notes:

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/.

Norfolk Area Business Resource Network: https://www.norfolksmallbiz.com/

Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com

Nebraska Life Magazine: www.NebraskaLifeMagazine.com

Stanton State Bank: https://www.stantonstatebank.com/

Intersect: https://www.intersectcoworking.com/

4TH St. Sweets: https://4thstsweets.com/

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 14: Meet our Audio Engineer, Thrifting Small, Downtown Market & more

Tuesday, September 3, 2024 • Duration 11:50

On this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, you'll meet the Audio Engineer for the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, Tanner Ehrisman. Host, Sheila Jenkinson, got thrifty in Stanton and Norfolk, and hear about a an upcoming event in Ponca plus an episode to feature a couple who share a passion for travel.

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Ep. 47: Cortney Davis, Hastings

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 • Duration 22:01

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson talks to Hastings business owner and community supporter, Cortney Davis about Hastings' efforts to become a Creative District, as well events like Kool Aid Days and the Adams County Fair. Cortney also emphasizes the importance of community support, entrepreneurship, and the impact of small town living on personal fulfillment and community engagement. *This episode was prerecorded in May of 2024.*

Listen to the Growing Small Town Nebraska podcast on your favorite platform. Like, subscribe, and follow to help the efforts to assist small towns in Nebraska to grow and thrive. Find us on Facebook, Instagram, and on our website: growingsmalltown.com

https://www.visithastingsnebraska.com/

https://www.cityofhastings.org/

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

Show notes: https://otter.ai/u/267EhAQgKqPHxansIVDbdw09njA?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/.

Norfolk Area Business Resource Network: https://www.norfolksmallbiz.com/

Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com

Nebraska Life Magazine: www.NebraskaLifeMagazine.com

Stanton State Bank:

Sheila's Shoutout Ep. 13: Henry Doorly Zoo, Anthem Coffee, District Table & Tap, Lynne Morgan Boutique

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 • Duration 09:14

On this episode of Sheila's Shout-Outs, life's a zoo so a family day in Omaha is just the break my family needed. I'm talking coffee again, this time at a patriotic shop in Thedford. I found a cute boutique while on a trip to Scotts Bluff County to highlight; and it's lunch-date time in downtown Norfolk.

Listen to the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast where you listen to all of your favorites and don't forget to subscribe!

Show notes: https://otter.ai/u/4-jrcFH0RUiuejC1vD6Bo0Kq_bQ?utm_source=copy_url

https://www.omahazoo.com/
https://www.facebook.com/anthemcoffeeco/

https://lynnemorganboutique.com/

https://www.facebook.com/lynnemorganboutique

https://www.districttableandtap.com/

https://www.facebook.com/districttabletap/

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Ep. 46: Amber Bridges, Bancroft

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 • Duration 26:32

On this episode of the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast, host Sheila Jenkinson and Amber Bridges with Cuming County Economic and the Bancroft Community Club discuss why she moved back to Nebraska, the annual Harvest Fest, Kids-only Shopping, the John G. Neihardt Center, Puzzles and Beer, other events and activities, and why she considers her home town Small But Mighty!

Listen on your favorite podcast platform and follow the Growing Small Town Nebraska Podcast on Facebook and Instagram.

https://www.facebook.com/bancroftcommunityclub

https://www.neihardtcenter.org/

https://sweethomecumingcounty.com/

Show notes: https://otter.ai/u/Jvv2r-aTPXry-pwpIB39c-te3IU?utm_source=copy_url

Thanks to Tanner Ehrisman, audio engineer for the podcast.

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/.

Norfolk Area Business Resource Network: https://www.norfolksmallbiz.com/

Pryker Group LLC - Next Generation Concrete: www.PrykerGroup.com

Nebraska Life Magazine: www.NebraskaLifeMagazine.com

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