NebraskaLand Bank Podcast

Welcome to Season 3 of the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast! We're excited to bring you more episodes highlighting the latest developments in North Platte. You'll also have the pleasure of meeting our new co-host, David, in today's conversation!To kick off this season, we're chatting with Jim and Janelle Hawks, proud owners of Brother's Tavern in North Platte. They partnered with NebraskaLand Bank to secure the building and have made some amazing upgrades to the space since. Whether you're there for a drink, a meal, or to catch a game, Brother's Tavern is the perfect atmosphere for the fall season.Tune in as we get to know Jim and Janelle, learn about their love for the North Platte community, and hear their vision for the future. Happy listening!Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:How Jim and Janelle became interested in owning Brother's TavernJim and Janelle's roles and responsibilities + the improvements they've made to the spaceFootball season and special events at Brother's TavernAsking For a Friend Segment: Advice for transitioning into a new career later in lifeMemorable experiences and stories since opening the barFor more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Danielle's favorite food just happens to be pizza but this new business coming to North Platte offers that and so much more! Join us as we sit down with Jeff and Shae Caldwell, owners of the soon-to-be Pizza Ranch.While Jeff and Shae are no strangers to business, getting a restaurant up and running has been a new, exciting challenge. We'll learn about the inspiration behind this project, their passion for the North Platte community, and the unique offerings that Pizza Ranch will bring to the downtown scene. Stay tuned to learn more about Pizza Ranch's family-friendly atmosphere, meeting rooms for work gatherings, and game room with fun activities for folks of all ages.As we wrap up season 2 of the podcast, we want to thank you for listening and wish you a happy end to 2023!Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:Why Jeff and Shae decided to bring a Pizza Ranch to North Platte + What you can expect from this space, including a large game room Expected hours of operation, community impact nights, and Pizza Ranch's incredible chickenJob opportunities for students + positive transformation downtownThe unique challenges that came with starting up a restaurant + how Jeff and Shae are training to learn this new industry Pizza Ranch prices, healthy options, alcoholic offerings + delivery and carryoutAsking For a Friend Segment: What does it mean when a debit card has been compromised and how can I prevent it from happening? For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

This week on NebraskaLand Bank, we got the opportunity to chat with the duo behind Clean Can Company, a game-changer in Lincoln County's sanitation scene. Join us for a great conversation with Jordan Maassen and Jory Torres, the innovative minds behind the only trash can cleaning company in the region. Discover the unique and much-needed services they provide, keeping your trash cans squeaky clean and your surroundings pristine.In our conversation, Jordan and Jory share the inspiration behind launching Clean Can Company, what it's been like to start this business, how they are going about the marketing process, and much more. Tune in to be inspired by their commitment to cleanliness, community improvement, and the pursuit of a cleaner, healthier future for North Platte!Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:How did the idea for Clean Can Company come about?Clean Can's monthly, quarterly, biannual, and one-time cleaning options + pricing structure and additional servicesHow Jordan and Jory plan to give back to the community through this businessAsking For a Friend Segment: Should I buy out my lease and purchase the vehicle now or wait until the end of my lease?What challenges have Jordan and Jory faced in launching a new business?For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Welcome to Axes and Aces, the newest entertainment hotspot for North Platte! Join us as we explore how this unique business went from an idea to reality – with axe throwing, pickleball, golf simulators, food, drinks and Double Dips ice cream – all in one place! We had the joy of sitting down with Lisa Citta and Brian Schimek, the owners and operators of Axes and Aces, to learn more about this new, exciting venture.  Listen in as we chat the careful planning that went into this business, from picking the right location to the community's incredible response. As North Platte eagerly awaits the grand opening, Lisa and Brian invite you to get a sneak peek into what's to come, highlighting the vast array of activities, vibrant atmosphere, and opportunities for all. Grab your axe and let's get started!Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:What inspired Lisa and Brian to create this business?The kind of activities, food, and events can you expect to find at Axes and AcesThe facility transformation process + hours of operation & booking reservationsAsking For a Friend Segment: I'm comparing the benefits of a low deductible versus high deductible health insurance plan. What are some important considerations?For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Join us as we explore the exciting projects at District 177, formerly known as "the Mall.”  From retail to restaurants, housing and more - there's plenty of development in the works. Plus, an updated timeline on when you can expect these exciting projects to be completed! We're thrilled to have Michael Works and Rachel Glock of Rev Development join us for this episode. They share how they got involved in the redevelopment of District 177 and how they've worked to carefully curate the selection of businesses for this space. They also share some of the curveballs and challenges they've faced throughout the remodeling process and more about the newly opened apartment complex in the area, Heartland Flats.  Plus, we dive into the game changing "Micro-TIF" projects that are making waves in North Platte.Here's some of what we discuss in this episode: North Platte is experiencing a significant transformation with the addition of new retail stores and businesses. Notably, TJ Maxx is set to open in the area in 2024!Heartland Flats, a new residential community in North Platte, has opened its doorsAsking For a Friend Segment: How much of my monthly income can I afford to pay towards renting or owning a home?North Platte is at the forefront of initiatives like "Micro-TIF," setting an example for other communities looking to revitalize their neighborhoodsFor more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We're so excited to be back for season 2 of the podcast! Today we are joined by a very special guest, Josh Catlett. Josh and his family are the proud owners of the local Runza franchises in North Platte. He's here to give us an inside look at Runza's history, community involvement, and plans for the future. As community leaders and local business owners, Josh and his family are heavily invested in the North Platte area. You'll learn about Runza's partnerships with charitable organizations like the Alzheimer's Association and TeamMates, and how they strive to be more than just a fast-food joint. Josh also shares what it's like to move restaurant locations and shares a sneak peek at some new menu items on the horizon.Whether you're a lifelong Runza enthusiast or simply curious about the business behind a beloved Runza sandwich, tune in to this episode to get a look from the inside. And don't forget to add mustard to your next Runza!Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:How Josh's family became involved with Runza in the early 80sWhat is it like to open a new Runza location and how long did the process take?Runza's commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients and serviceThe community initiatives that Runza is actively involved in Asking For a Friend Segment: Is it a good time to buy a house in the current housing market?What's next for Runza, and what exciting menu offerings can customers expect in the future?For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We are announcing a big change today on the podcast; we will be changing up our format to include seasons!Season two will be starting in 2023. Listen to our new episode to learn more. To close out the end of this season, we will be doing trivia! Join in and see if you can answer correctly. Here's some of what you'll learn on this episode:·      Our big announcement! (1:09)·      Can you guess who said this quote? (4:47)·      Who shared the Alligator foot story? (6:08)·      Who gave NebraskaLand Bank this compliment? (8:36)For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Senator Mike Jacobson, along with a few employees, and a small group of local shareholders, founded NebraskaLand Bank in 1998. He is currently running for re-election in District 42, and has joined us to share some of his experiences.In this episode, senator Jacobson will share what he has learned on the campaign trail, knocking on over 4,000 community doors. He touches on some concerns in the community, his passion for economic growth, and how he plans to continue to serve.  Here's some of what you'll learn on this episode:·      What Senator Jacobson has learned knocking on over 4,000 doors in the community. (9:15)·      What it's really like in the trenches of the legislature? (13:41)·      Learn how he has worked with the community to achieve economic growth. (16:50)For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastAbout our guest: https://www.senatormikejacobson.com/ The Good Life is Calling campaign: https://thegoodlifeiscalling.com/

You've probably noticed a lot of change and growth around the North Platte area, which has been exciting to follow. Many large projects have either started or been announced recently and there's plenty to be optimistic about economically.That's why we wanted to invite Anthony Goins to the podcast today. He's the Director of Economic Development for the state of Nebraska, and brings a wealth of experience in banking and marketing to this role that he's served for three years. In this episode, we want to learn more about his outlook on the state and our community. He provides some great feedback on what North Platte does well and where he sees the opportunities.  Here's some of what you'll learn on this episode:·      Anthony's background in banking and how it eventually led him into this current role. (2:42)·      What excites him about the state and our economy right now. (9:05)·      The strategy behind the marketing campaign, ‘The Good Life is Calling.' (11:30)·      What he believes is North Platte's greatest strength and weakness. (15:48)·      The importance of internships in the future of our state. (17:51)For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastAbout our guest: https://opportunity.nebraska.gov/The Good Life is Calling campaign: https://thegoodlifeiscalling.com/

We are back with a local business owner, Paul Oettinger. Paul owns Pal's Brewing Company in North Platte, which has been a popular business in a growing location. In this episode, we will discuss the ‘behind the scenes' of some business decisions like where to expand, how to attract customers, and more! Each Friday in October, you can enjoy Pal's beer at The Homestead Pumpkin Patch. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode: ·      Exciting news about the fall season and the Homestead Pumpkin Patch. (0:37)·      Pal's Brewing Company is expanding to Wisconsin! Learn how they chose where to expand to. (5:16)·      Pal's is a destination for travelers, with their RV lot. (11:00)·      Here is one of Paul's favorite parts of being a brewer. (30:51)For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastAbout our guest: https://www.palsbrewingcompany.com/ Facebook: Your Wellness Journey

It's an oldie but a goodie! In today's episode, we share our conversation with Traci Cummings, a holistic health coach, personal trainer, and owner of Your Wellness Journey. Traci shares her business background, how she keeps herself educated on the science behind diet and exercise, and how she continues to be successful in her own health journey while being a full-time mother.Listen to learn how individualized wellness plans have more effective results, due to something called bio-individuality. Traci explains the ins and outs of how a trainer can help customize your health needs to your body's specific needs.Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode: ·      An update on Traci and her current brain tumor recovery. (0:37)·      Change starts with the little things: progress, not perfection. (2:00)·      Traci's background and how she invests in herself so she can serve others. (6:46)·      How you can get started on your customized wellness journey. (16:06)For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcastAbout our guest: Yourwellnessjourney.com Facebook: Your Wellness Journey

The North Platte City Council recently made the decision to send a sales tax initiative for a half-cent increase for a large recreational infrastructure project to a vote. It was a move triggered by a petition that picked up more than 2,000 signatures.Attorney Brock Wurl of Palooucek, Herman & Wurl was instrumental in this process so we wanted to have him on the show to discuss the news. Today we'll talk to him about how this all came together and what the next steps are before this hits the ballot later in the year. Here's some of what you'll learn on this episode: ·      Details on the city council meeting from early August  (2:39)·      The research Brock did before tabling the vote.  (5:30)·      What did it take to write the petition? (8:29)·      Background on the recreation project and reasons behind voting. (10:41)·      Technical details on the petition and what it took to make it work.  (13:58)·      The procedure for the petition.  (17:21)·      What are the next steps? (20:00)·      Why this is a great example of our government at work. (21:19)·      Did you know you can deposit checks through mobile?  (26:08)·      What will occur between now and November? (28:38)·      Trivia time with Brock. (31:07)For more, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcast About our guest: https://www.midnebraskalawyers.com/

With the high school football season right around the corner in North Platte, we know that many people are excited about the upcoming year and ready to get back out to the games. That's why we invited head coaches Kevin Dodson of St. Pat's and Kurt Altig of North Platte into the studio for this episode. As most fans know, there are some big changes in store for both schools in 2022. St. Pat's will be making the move down to 8-man football, which was a tough decision but one that the community's supported. And North Platte will take the field for the first time under Coach Altig as they look to rebound from the tough playoff loss last year.We'll talk to them both about what's in store this year and what upperclassmen have stepped into leadership roles for each team. Plus, we'll discuss the financial side of the game and what students can get out of the NebraskaLand University program we offer.  Here's some of what you'll learn on this episode: ·      The move from 11-man to 8-man football for St. Pat's and what that means moving forward. (3:06)·      Coach Altig's journey to becoming head coach of North Platte. (5:30)·      What are the biggest differences in 8-man football? (8:38)·      Should we expect any offensive or defensive changes from Coach Altig? (11:27)·      Which upperclassmen should we be paying attention to this season? (13:39)·      Details on our financial literacy scholarship program that high school kids can enroll in. (17:07)·      How the NIL rules have changed things at the high school level. (18:42)·      Preview of the opening game for each team. (22:33)·      Both coaches play our movie trivia game. (24:17)Thanks again to both coaches for taking time out of their busy fall schedule to join us on the podcast and best of luck this season!For additional episodes, visit us online: https://nebraskalandbank.com/podcast 

Medicare can be confusing, especially with the various plans and supplements offered through different companies. So we're going to break down Medicare today with two experts on the topic, Whitney Kester, a specialized Medicare insurance agent, and Mark Werkmeister a Certified Financial Planner. Unfortunately, the process of Medicare is a lot more complicated than simply enrolling once you turn 65. There are supplement plans and prescription plans we need to consider as well. Working with a team like Whitney and Mark can ensure you are getting the coverage that fits your needs and your lifestyle. Join us today as we get into these topics and more: ·       Did you always want to specialize in Medicare? (4:45) ·       Can you break down Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D? (7:12) ·       Why is it so hard for people to plan for Medicare by themselves? (11:13) ·       What is your client relationship like when planning for Medicare? (14:02)·       How do you keep up with changes in Medicare? (17:11)  ·       How do people go about setting up a consultation? (19:08) ·       A quick update on the economy and interest rate environment. (21:51) ·       Trivia: Who said this famous quote? (28:38) Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

Investigator Lisa Citta with the North Platte Police Department and Owner of Snowball Express joins us on today's episode to explain a bit about her job and our community. More and more women are breaking glass ceilings in the police field. Lisa's work has recently been spotlighted in the news as she was part of our local department's first all-women patrol shift! From an early age, Lisa knew she wanted to be a police officer. After college, she was hired at North Platte and worked as the only woman on the team for a while. Education has always been a big part of her career and is a few weeks away from receiving her Master's Degree in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership. Lisa enjoys law enforcement because every day is different and she gets to actively talk to people in the community. In North Platte, the police department has strong community support making her love for her job that much easier. On the side, she has a passion project with Snowball Express, allowing her to connect with our community in another way as well.  Join us today as we get into these topics: ·       What the average day and event days look like for an investigator and officer. ·       Lisa's experience running Snowball Express. ·       How Lisa and Nebraskaland help people with identity theft crimes. Timestamps:0:43 – Funny headlines 2:32 – Welcome Lisa Citta! 3:43 – Do you listen to true crime podcasts?4:12 – First all-women patrol shift in our department4:51 – Do women make up a large part of the department?5:51 – Do you meet a lot of resistance in the department?6:42 – Focusing on your job not gender 7:42 – How did you become an investigator?8:48 – What do you like about law enforcement?10:37 – How does patrol work?11:17 – How often do you get calls in?11:57 – What is NebraskaLand Days like for you?13:07 – What other events are really busy?13:49 - Is there strong community support here?15:51 – What are the strangest calls you've gotten?19:08 – Are there a lot of hard days in this profession?19:42 – Lisa's side job with Snowball Express20:03 – What is your favorite flavor?20:42 – What is the weirdest flavor?21:29 – How did you get into the snow cone business? 22:09 – Where Snowball Express will be coming up 22:55 – Do you get a lot of calls on identity theft?23:31 – Are you able to help people with this?24:05 – NebraskaLand has resources to help 27:17 – Any other advice to give to people?28:29 – Be aware of scam emails and calls 29:18 – Trivia: Crime questions 35:15 – Thank you for being on the show! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

What's your go-to summer beverage? A nice beer, wine, or cocktail? Last week we explored everything economics so today we're going to have some fun with the general manager of North 40 Chophouse Mark Hammond and his assistant Emma Watson.  The restaurant scene in North Platte has grown dramatically in the past few years and with the establishment of the North 40 Chophouse the local scene has grown even more. Mark, who is originally from London, signed onto the restaurant team in May of 2021. On the other side, Emma helps with everything from cutting lime wedges to cleaning dirty glasses, making all visitors feel welcome to the place! Many of us have never been a bartender, but a lot of us have been to a bar. We'll explore what's a good tip what's a bad tip, the types of drinks bartenders love and hate to make, and the fun and not-so-fun parts of the job with Mark and Emma. Get an inside scoop on the best menu items like the Filet Mignon bites and Dry Edge Steak, learn about the fabulous kitchen team at North 40 Chophouse, and much more. Join us today as we get into these topics: ·       Mark's travels from London to North Platte Nebraska! ·       What's it like being a bartender and growing a restaurant.·       Branding a big restaurant and appealing to a wide base. Timestamps:0:37 – What is your go-to beverage? 1:16 – What kind of beer do you like?2:13 – Welcome Mark and Emma!2:32 – What is a bar back?3:31 – Growth of North Platte's restaurant scene 5:29 – Going from London to North Platte6:14 – Favorite parts of North Platte7:10 – Hobbies you've picked up?7:42 – Combining new people and locals 8:21 – What's it like being a bartender?9:32 – What is your pet peeve as a bartender?10:21 – Poor tippers, surprise drinks, making difficult drinks11:38 – Good tips versus bad tips 16:04 – What are your favorite items on the menu?17:08 – The bar experience versus restaurant experience 18:16 – The dry edge steak is amazing 18:55 – Creating the kitchen team 21:18 – Who develops the specialty recipes?21:35 – What is the long-term plan for the south side of the building?22:42 – Using local beef and dry age steak 24:54 – More budget-friendly items on the menu 26:49 – How did you brand the restaurant?28:39 – Branding our new mortgage project… “The Next 25” 33:45 – Do you feel the issue of housing a lot?35:22 – Trivia: 5 words with different meanings 41:00 – Join us for late-night happy hour!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

The current economic environment has many people worried. Interest rates are up, the stock market is volatile, bitcoin has lost tremendous value, and inflation seems to keep growing. So on today's episode, we want to sit down and discuss the economy and the future trends we should expect to see with two economic experts, Mike Jacobson and Marc Werkmeister. Mike is the CEO of NerbaskaLand Bank and the Senator for District 42 and Marc is a Certified Financial Planner with PFA. Inflation is when too much money is chasing too few goods and services. Looking at where we were with supply chain issues and the influx of money into the economy with stimulus checks, inflation was bound to happen. To combat inflation, the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, promoting people to stop buying and start borrowing. We are seeing this impact the housing market already with higher-interest loans.  By a strict definition, we are not technically in a recession yet. However, we are experiencing some signs of an upcoming recession. Whether we will end up in a full-blown recession isn't known yet. We'll explore some scenarios and what you should be doing to protect your wallet. Join us today as we get into these topics: ·       What causes inflation and what can be done to fix it? ·       Why stocks and bonds are both experiencing volatility. ·       What we should be doing to protect our financial plans ·       How the housing market is responding to the economyTimestamps:0:37 – Sorry to keep you waiting! 1:14 – We love Nebraska Day2:56 – Welcome to our guests3:28 – What is the overlook on the economy? 9:44 – Getting back to ordinary 12:58 – Are we in a recession?15:00 – How would you protect your 401(k)?18:38 – Bond-ladder investing and CD letters19:40 – What is your advice to a hopeful homebuyer? 21:44 – What are we looking at with home lending? 25:59 – Making compromises with homes 27:31 – Figuring out what your long-term and short-term goals are 29:35 – What are some of the positives? 32:59 – Trivia: Current Events!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. Professional Financial Advisors is not affiliated with Nebraskaland Bank.  Investments of PFA are not a deposit, not FDIC insured, not insured by any Federal Government Agency, not guaranteed by the Bank, and may go down in value. 

The Lake Maloney Golf club is one of the greatest progression stories. From sand greens to grass, the golf course has continued to improve over the years. Now, there is a new project on the horizon for golf lovers. On today's episode, Will Peers, the Director of Golf at the Lake Maloney Golf Club, will break down his journey to North Platte and the future plans he has for golfing in the area. Construction has started on a large practice facility at Lake Maloney Golf Club. With three 20x20 bays, each loaded with its own launch monitor for golf simulation, Will and other golf enthusiasts in the community are extremely excited about this project. Plus, there will be over 90 courses to play! These launch monitors will have indoor and outdoor options and will be a great activity for friends and family. While membership options are available, anyone can call in and rent out a bay to enjoy. Will and his team are hoping the project will be done by July, so make sure to check it out this summer! Join us today as we get into these topics: ·       Will's background in golf and Nebraska ·       Launch monitor elements, how putting works, and golf simulation settings ·       How Will and his team came up with and created this project Stay updated with Lake Maloney Golf Club: https://www.facebook.com/LakeMaloneyGC Timestamps:0:37 – Did you have a good weekend?1:52 – Best Father's Day gifts?4:01 – Welcome Will Peers!5:25 – Is Danielle any good at golf?6:11 – Do you teach adults and youth?6:31 – How did you get here to North Platte?8:23 – Impressions of North Platte and the community9:07 – Are you doing club customization?10:05 – What is this new project? 10:50 – Indoor or outdoor options 11:39 – Have we ever played a golf simulator? 12:35 – Can groups play together? 12:58 – Is there a special golf ball? 13:43 – Is there a video game element? 15:00 – How does the putting work?15:57 – When will this open?16:13 – How did you organize this project?17:12 – A separate membership option 17:50 – Are memberships still available? 18:08 – Do you have to have a membership?18:52 – Where will this be in the building?20:10 – How does walking work on a golf course?21:24 – How does Will teach children and youth?22:07 – Getting kids to enjoy gold more 22:51 – North Platte Chamber Ambassadors Junior Golf 24:28 – What age should kids get involved?25:00 – Do you provide the clubs?25:19 – Can you enter at any time?25:43 – What bank location should you go to?28:04 – Anything else new coming to the golf course?29:05 – Will you use this bay for lessons all year?30:10 – Will these tools help our high school teams well?31:56 – The oldest person you've met learning golf?32:22 – Trivia: Old slang from the disco era 36:02 – Bonus round: New slang from this era38:09 – Come check out the new project! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by

A new community space may be on the horizon! On today's episode, Megan McGown and Leland Poppe, co-chairs of the Wellness and Recreation Alliance join us to discuss the new recreation center project. This project has been in the works for over 20 years and their vision for the new recreation center is coming straight from the community: a larger building, a walking track, a larger swimming pool, and much more. The current multi-use gym will stay but they hope to adjust the swimming pool, with an added addition above for a figure 8 track on the second floor. They are also aware of the sentimental value of the current building, including its dome feature. In creating the new recreation center, they hope to incorporate the natural light and some similar features in the new building and its additions. The Wellness and Recreation Alliance hopes we'll see funding for the new recreation improvements on our November ballots. In the meantime, you can get involved in this project when the mayor calls a work session in July. The city council will discuss ideas and implementations for this project and then they will decide whether it goes to the ballots in November. If you're excited about this project, now is the time to contact your city council representatives and let them know you want to see this project on your ballots!Join us today as we get into these topics: ·       How the Alliance is implementing public opinion into the new recreation center ·       Proposed sales tax increase to pay for the improvements·       What happens if the initiative doesn't pass in November? ·       Updates on banking apps and more banking informationLearn more about the project and keep up with updates here: https://www.facebook.com/NPParksRecWellness Timestamps:0:47 – It's a busy time of the year! 2:10 - Welcome Megan and Leland 3:08 – What's the vision for the rec center?6:06 – A part of a growing North Platte 7:44 – Displacing skate park 8:55 – Upgrading the facility now 10:20 – How much of the current building will still?11:24 – Elevation in the figure 8 track 12:05 – Incorporating the dome in the new building13:10 – What are the next steps?14:33 – Voting for funding in November 15:33 – Start getting involved! 16:10 – Watch the city council meeting 17:51 – How we manage the facility 19:52 – Donations compared to YMCA 22:02 – Why did you pick this size?24:21 – What happens if it doesn't pass?26:12 – What does the ½ cent sales increase mean?28:10 – Changes in our bank app 31:57 – This is a community effort 33:52 – It's time for something different  35:32 – Trivia: Baseball trivia! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

With the weather warming up across Nebraska, we're excited to start making plans for the summer because there's always a lot to do around North Platte.One of those events that we always try to make is the Miss Nebraska Scholarship Competition. The talented ladies that work so hard to prepare for the competition are always so impressive and make us feel great about the future.Today we've invited two of the candidates onto the podcast to talk about this big event and all the work that goes into it. In recent years, the event has moved away from the pageant stereotypes and more towards a scholarship organization and competition. Those positive changes are making a difference in our community and we're looking forward to getting an inside look at the preparation and process these title holders experience. Join us today as we get into these topics: ·       How the Miss America system works and how it's evolved.·       What made them interested in pageants and how they got their start.·       What it means to be a title holder and what responsibilities come with that.·       The preparation it takes to be ready for the variety of categories.·       Their social impact initiatives and why they chose them.·       Tips to protect your identity.·       Trivia time!Timestamps: 0:49 – Our summer plans2:53 – Miss Nebraska pageant 3:45 – Introducing our guests4:15 – The Miss America system 6:08 – What inspired them to get involved8:30 – Overcoming the nerves 11:18 – Being a title holder 13:40 – Favorite/least part of competition 16:29 – Speed painting17:33 – Eliminating swimsuit competition20:47 – Preparing for the questions 23:36 – Tips to protect your identity28:23 – Social impact initiatives 34:01 – Education35:53 – Trivia  Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

Do you watch Grey's Anatomy? While the real-life medical world probably isn't so dramatic, there are things about our own medical system we should stay in tune with. On today's episode, the CEO of Great Plains Health, Ivan Mitchell, joins us to break down his new role as CEO,  the healthcare business, and the projects he hopes to be a part of in the future. With an educational background in clinical work and a master's in healthcare administration, Ivan worked with the former CEO for 6 years before making this new transition. The pandemic has been especially difficult for hospitals, but Great Plains Health was able to become a leader in the state when it came to addressing COVID-19. He is excited about many new projects he sees on the horizon. Great Plains Health is an independent community hospital, which is somewhat uncommon in today's world. As part of the community, they want to help address the housing, recreation, and retail within North Platte. Join us today as we discuss further: ·       Great Plains Health response to COVID-19·       Incentives for nurses, doctors, and other medical staff ·       Ivan's projects and vision for Great Plains Health Timestamps:  0:37 – Pulling the plug on cable 3:29 – Welcome Ivan Mitchell!3:48 – Thoughts on Grey's Anatomy?5:11 – Becoming the CO of the hospital 9:46 – Addressing COVID-19 14:25 – How many cases are they seeing? 15:24 – Masks in healthcare offices 16:40 – Projects they want to support 21:23 – What kind of incentives do they offer?25:00 – Mortgage rates going up and pricing options 27:13 – How is Ivan different than the previous CO? 29:52 – Trivia: Correct price for hospital giftshop giftsFollow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

Our guest today, Edy Patterson, is a former winner of the Women of Achievement award, the Nebraska State Diplomat of the year in 2015, and is a long-time business developer here in North Platte. Edy started her journey as a business owner when she was just a young mom. Starting her own nursery helped her reach personal and financial goals.  After this venture, she began flipping houses, trained as an interior designer with Sherwin Williams, and eventually bought a failing business and brought it back to life.In 2000, Edy became part of a TIF project for the redevelopment of a building that eventually would become her printing company. TIF allowed Edy and her husband to capture their future real estate taxes and in turn that tax savings allowed them to set up and fund their new commercial building, elevating the community through jobs, sales tax, and more.  To Edy, one of the most important parts of being a business owner is taking care of your employees. Leadership is about being responsible, including financially in order to take care of those employees. We'll explore Edy's creative and varied journey as an entrepreneur here in North Platte, the advice she has for young business developers, and more on today's show.Join us today as we discuss further: ·       Edy's first business venture as a young mom ·       The process of flipping houses and investing in real estate ·       The TIF project and redeveloping a building ·       Advice she has for young entrepreneurs Check out this year's Woman of Achievement event: https://nptelegraph.com/exclusive/woaTimestamps: 0:37 – Where did Danielle work before NebraskaLand? 3:03 – Welcome Edy to the podcast!3:36 – Women of Achievement event is coming up 5:12 – What led her to start a nursery school? 5:56 – Where was her business first located? 6:35 – How did she finance her business? 7:03 – What was her next step in business? 8:36 – Did she sell her flipped houses? 9:07 – Did she look for certain houses?10:00 – Is now an okay time to flip houses? 11:07 – Helping a failing business 13:50 – How quickly did she turn the business around?15:34 – Redevelopment and TIF 17:07 – About what year was this? 18:24 – Tax savings with TIF for redevelopment 19:14 – Did they serve a large community?20:19 – Advice for young entrepreneurs 21:32 – Why did she sell her business? 22:59 – Best leadership advice for business owners23:53 – What has Edy been doing since selling?25:20 – Other business ventures she's interested in26:57 – Where does she see North Platte going? 27:21 – Being part of one of the first TIF properties 28:22 – Trivia: “The most common search on Google?”  Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

How are you adjusting to daylight savings? There is a new bill working its way through the senate and house right now proposing an end to the time change, the Nebraska Lock the Clock Bill. Our guest today, the CEO of the NebraskaLand Bank and newly appointed Senator Mike Jacobson, knows a lot about this bill and joins us to discuss his journey from our bank to senator. His journey to Senator was a quick one, Mike was on the floor of the legislature within a day. He hopes to use his advantage of networking and respect to finalize ARPA funds for sustainable beef. On the other hand, from the general fund he hopes to secure funding for the rail park. He's also passionate about the 773 constitutional carry bill, reducing Social Security taxation, and lowering the top bracket on income taxes while simultaneously working with the AGG coalition trying to get a larger credit back on refundable property taxes. Working with the other Senators, Mike is hopeful that these issues will be addressed. Mike is starting his campaign, which will have its final vote in November, and throughout the summer he will be reaching out to the people of North Platte and Nebraska! Join us today as we further discuss: ·       Expansion on the rail park and how the funds are allocated ·       Mike's campaign race and the issues he wants to focus on ·       Changes coming to the NebraskaLand Podcast Timestamps: 0:37 – Daylight savings time 2:35 – Welcome Senator Mike Jacobson! 5:25 – Won't take effect until next year6:11 – His journey from the bank to the Senate9:43 – Quickly on the floor of the legislature11:28 – Have you absorbed it all?12:09 – Getting comfortable with the process13:59 – Priorities he has while in office 18:45 – Real estate tax credit 19:39 – Expanding on the rail park bill  24:27 – Deciding funds for rail park 24:55 – Who determines where the funds go?26:35 – Mike is starting his campaign  28:22 – How the campaign and race works 29:19 – The issues he will be focused on 33:11 – A change with our phone app 37:28 – Trivia: Two education programs that teach about agriculture? 42:53 – Donating to the Women's Resource Center! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

As many of us have probably noticed, the housing market has become a real issue in the past few years. Today, two of our senior Vice Presidents, Tonya Duncan and Josh Harm, join us to discuss the real estate market in North Platte. Tonya is our mortgage lending manager and Josh is our business banking manager. They work with clients throughout the North Platte market to help them in their home buying journey. But for many, this has been a lot harder of a dream to realize recently. Right now, we currently have 30 homes on the market as compared to a healthy market of around 150 homes. Danielle's seen the lack of inventory first hand. While we are seeing an influx of new community members, we are also seeing a lack of adequate homes to buy. Volatility is certainly making this a complicated environment to navigate. With Tonya and Josh, we are going to explore some possible solutions to this problem and how they could help the families of North Platte. Alternative construction may be a strong trend that can offer some pricing relief. Townhomes also seem to be a huge untapped potential in North Platte. It gives first-time home buyers or even renters another option to look at. We'll explore these options, jobs, housing programs, and more on today's show. Join us today as we further discuss: ·       What does the North Platte housing market look like?·       What first time home buyers are facing in the market·       The troubles with building versus buying ·       How alternative construction and townhomes could help the market ·       The role employers and jobs play in the housing marketTimestamps: 1:40 – Welcome Tonya and Josh3:26 – Volatility throughout the market 4:52 – Why are we having this problem?6:12 – What's it like to get a custom build?7:13 – Alternative constructions9:11 – Zero lot line or townhomes 10:41 – Getting people involved in vocational trades 11:45 – How employers impact the market 13:02 – “Shot in The Arm” program 14:48 – Do employers ever get involved? 15:27 – What grant programs can you use?16:14 – What can we expect with interest rates?16:40 – What should our community be doing?18:28– How neighboring communities are faring20:08 – Helping people buy their homes21:12 - Our commitment to home lending22:39 – Random trivia questions! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

On today's episode, North Platte guitar prodigy, Jack Bunger joins us in the studio. Jack is a senior at North Platte High School and one of our students in the NebraskaLand University Program. Jack and the Pros will be playing a variety of blues-rock at the Fox Theater on Saturday, March 5th. Taking after his father, guitar quickly became one of Jack's favorite pastimes as he grew up. Now, as an exceptional guitarist, he's expanded his skills to singing, songwriting, and performing. As many of us know, the pandemic changed live music, but Jack still enjoys performing and reaching out to his fans. We'll discuss Jack's journey as a guitarist, his experience at NebraskaLand University, and he'll even be playing a bit on the show! Join us today as we further discuss: ·       Jack's journey as a guitarist, who taught him, and his inspirations ·       Where he hopes his music career will take him ·       His experiences playing in North Platte and beyond ·       His experience as a member of the NebraskaLand University Program About his upcoming show: https://northplattebulletin.com/jack-bunger-to-give-farewell-show-at-fox-theater/Timestamps: 0:37 – Who won the Superbowl bet? 2:17 – Welcome to the show, Jack! 2:47 – Song suggestions for Danielle? 3:21 – His upcoming concert on March 5th 4:09 – Music they'll be playing 4:35 – How did he learn the guitar?5:46 – Developing his vocals 6:50 – Will he be singing? 7:01 – Growing up with classic rock 7:57 – Jack's aspirations with music 8:44 – Does he have original music? 11:06 – Live music venues in North Platte 12:24 – Going to college next year  12:56 – Playing outside of North Platte 14:03 – A preview of Jack's skills! 16:24 – Electric guitar or acoustic guitar?16:45 – Who is his favorite artist? 17:50 – Generational music and classic rock 19:08 – His top historical guitarists 20:01 – Does he enjoy the Nebraskaland University Program?20:37 – What does Jack look for in a bank program like ours?21:25 – Schools requiring more financial education 23:39 – More and more young people are interested in finances 24:40 – Is he still offering music lessons?26:07 – How many songs can he play?27:15 – Who taught Jack to play?28:10 – Playing the National Anthem at events 28:55 – One more music promo with Jack! 30:08 – Trivia: “Can you guess the song?” Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

A lot of new community projects are coming into the area! On today's episode, Chris Bruns, the chairman of the Board of Lincoln County Commissioners, joins us to discuss some of these community developments. Continuing our conversation about the new rail park proposal, Chris shares why projects like this need support.Last year in the legislature, a bill was passed allowing Nebraska to have five inland port authorities. Chris is spearheading a port authority project himself. One problem we've seen with our current supply chain is land-locked logistics issues.An inland port could address these problems, while also attracting multinational firms to our area. The goal would be to have an inland port authority district, which we hope to encompass the new rail park. We'll also discuss the possibility of a new golf course, housing issues in Lincoln County, Chris' bid for the legislature, and more. Join us today as we further discuss: ·       Why projects like the rail park and inland port authority are important ·       Why our location can be competitive for this project with the rail park·       The exciting new golf course being built ·       How we can address the housing issues in Lincoln County ·       Chris' background in the Marines and running for the legislature Timestamps: 0:38 – It's almost Superbowl time!1:04 – What should we bet? 4:06 – The Chiefs and Bills game  6:52 – Continuing the rail park discussion  8:20 – Why do things like this need help?9:44 – What is the port authority project?13:39 – How does authority work? 14:34 – Is this application competitive? 15:32 – Is it contingent on the rail park? 16:05 – The new golf course coming to our area  17:26 – The job opportunities the golf course will offer 18:21 – What is the timeline on the golf course? 19:01 – New opportunities keep coming20:21 – Housing problems in Lincoln County 21:48 – Chris' military background 30:47 – Chris is running for the legislature 34:04 – The county board is very active 34:39 – Consolidating the community in Lincoln County 36:22 – Trivia: Questions about the Marine Corp Charity: https://www.nebraskacasa.org/Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

We are excited to be joined by Gary Person on today's show. He's the president and CEO of the North Platte Area Chamber and Development Corporation. On today's show, we are going to discuss the proposed North Platte rail park and explore its significance to the community. The North Platte rail park is currently in the application phase to the Nebraska department of economic development but has a lot of promise for the community and our economy. Rail access in Lincoln County has historically been restricted, but this park could help change that. Along with opening up rail access, it would bring more diversification to our economy, helping us recruit new industry in North Platte. This project has the potential to have $1.8 billion dollars of economic impact annually and 2,000 jobs. Even half of that is a huge game-changer in our economy and North Platte's growth.  Join us today as we explore: Why is this park needed in Lincoln County? How will it help diversify North Platte's economy? The legislation being introduced to help with fundingHow this park can help with the manufacturing industry Why this park is important for jobs, taxes, and more Timestamps: 0:37 – Your go-to karaoke song?4:06 – North Platte Rail Park 8:25 – Diversifying the economy 10:00 – Covid and other complications 11:36 – Funding for the park 17:19 – Where funding comes from20:20 – Manufacturing in North Platte 23:31 – When will we know the outcome? 24:28 – What is a rail park?29:37 – Why is this park important?33:01 – Growing our community 34:14 – Health savings accounts36:56 – Trivia: 5 headlines Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

Have you heard the exciting news? This summer the North Platte Plainsmen will make their debut. On today's episode, Bryan Frew the owner of the Hastings Sodbusters joins us to discuss North Platte's new baseball team and their future in the community. This team of collegiate division one players will play their first game on May 24th, 2022 at Historic Bill Wood Field. By playing 60 games in two months, these college players will get the chance to hone their skills and love for the game while community bonds are being made. The team will bring entertainment, tourism, and summer jobs with them. Generous host families will be housing the players and making sure they feel at home in North Platte.  Working alongside the Legion league, Bryan hopes to promote love for community and baseball with the Plainsmen. The games will involve a lot more than just baseball: community events, family-friendly games, and more. Baseball is a great team sport and we are hopeful it will bring the North Platte community together! If you are interested in learning more about the team or how you can be a host family make sure to visit them at https://www.northplatteplainsmen.com/Timestamps: 0:57 – Introducing Bryan Frew 1:17 – Having a baseball team in North Platt 1:55 – How many games will there be?2:09 – How are players recruited? 2:43 – Is there a lot of competition out there? 3:21 – What is an upper range for a fastball with this level?4:04 – How does wood bat usage change the game?5:08 – What does it mean to be a host family?6:18 – What is the atmosphere like? How does it overlap with the legion program? 6:51 – How does the ownership structure work? Why North Platte? 8:43 – What activities will there be during a game?9:59 – What is the season schedule? 10:37 – How does game scheduling work? 11:15 – What are the community benefits? 12:54 – What are the things they need from the community?13:53 – What will ticket prices be like?14:33 – How can people follow the team and progress?15:22 – Trivia: 5 notable events from 2020 and 2021 17:20 – Donation to American Legion Baseball! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

In this ten minute recap, Ty and Danielle  share their favorite moments from the podcast in 2021. Hear about what's to come in 2022 and learn how to enter a special giveaway for our loyal listeners! Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

Grab the kids for our 25th episode with the one and only, SANTA! We're still not sure how we pulled it off, we got Santa Claus - yes, THE Kris Kringle- to join us for our latest episode. Despite his hectic holiday schedule, Santa joined us for an exclusive interview. Ty and Danielle made sure to grill Saint Nick with burning questions from local kids.Hear what Santa had to say about:Getting your name removed from the naughty list.Advice for all the good little girls and boys.Mrs. Claus' favorite hobbies.His favorite memories in North Platte.And more!If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page @NebraskaLandBankPodcast. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. 

This episode we sit down with our neighbor, Marc Werkmeister, a Certified Financial Planner and the managing partner of PFA. We learn about the full spectrum of services that PFA provides and the philosophy to how they approach their business. We talk retirement planning, crypto, alternative investments like reAlpha, Dave Ramsey and more! To top off our conversation, we challenge Marc with a trivia game in the spirit of the Price is Right. Take a listen to this jam-packed episode to hear the 'Meister' of financial advice share some great insights that you can put to 'Werk' in your financial life (see what we did there?)If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender. Professional Financial Advisors is not affiliated with Nebraskaland Bank.  Investments of PFA are not a deposit, not FDIC insured, not insured by any Federal Government Agency, not guaranteed by the Bank, and may go down in value. 

This might be our favorite episode so far! Is it because Brandon and Jack brought some amazing coffee samples to the podcast studio? Partly, but we also had a blast sitting down with Brandon, owner of the Espresso Shoppe in North Platte and his son Jack. We're big fans of coffee around here and this duo did not disappoint. We learned a latte about coffee, roasting beans, and brew techniques. Check out this episode to learn more about what the amazing  Espresso Shoppe has to offer, located in the Historic Canteen District in North Platte.If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We had a great conversation with Casey Schiel this week. Casey is a North Platte firefighter, golf pro, and inventor. Casey invented the Eye Putt Pro and is currently developing a night light that encourages children to keep their bedroom doors closed for increased protection from home fires. Learn more about Casey's inventions and hear some great tips about how to develop your own ideas! Shop Casey's Eye Putt Pro training aid here: https://www.eyeputtpro.com/If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Do you believe in ghosts? Dennis and Evelyn McConnell certainly do! Dennis and Evelyn are the lead investigators of RIPA (Research and Investigation of Paranormal Activity). The couple has been performing investigations for over nine years in and around the North Platte area. Listen in as they share their stories and experiences from well known places like Buffalo Bill's Ranch and the Fox Theater. In this episode we also learn about the different types of ghosts and the special equipment used to interact with them. EEekkk! Learn more about RIPA on their facebook page www.facebook.com/paranormalgroupnebraska. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We are not sucking up when we say, this is an episode you won't want to miss. We finally let the President and CEO of NebraskaLand Bank, Mike Jacobson, join us on the podcast and he doesn't disappoint. We are inspired by his own personal success story and loved his advice on how to approach life after forty. We learn about growing wealth, his outlook on the economy and what's most important in a growing, thriving community. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We're breaking the rules and launching our next episode early, just in time for North Platte's Community Build Days for the North Platte Community Build Playground at Centennial Park. In this episode, we visit with Tauni Morris, Project Coordinator and Kyle Cundy from Playgrounds by Leathers to learn more about how this project came to fruition and how wildly successful their fundraising efforts have been. We also learn about what to expect from the community build days and what we can look forward to upon completion of the project. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

You might not think of peeling beets as romantic, but it was for this sweet couple! Join us for episode 18 as we sit down with Mo and Jennie Cabrera, owners of North Platte's beloved Popcorner. We get to learn how they met and fell in love, what brought them back to Nebraska and how they have grown the Popcorner into the culinary treasure it is today. Also, be the first to hear about a new item to hit the menu soon.  We'll give you a hint...southern charm. You'll have to listen to the episode to find out more! If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We love those Friday night lights! This episode we sit down with North Platte High School's Football Coach, Todd Rice and St Pat's Football Coach, Kevin Dodson, just before their first games of the season. Listen in to learn more about their programs, how they handle criticism, and how they approach coaching. Here's to great football season!If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We had a great time this episode chatting with Pro MMA Fighter, Jayson Scott. We learned more about the sport and what motivates Jayson to step into the cage. Since recording the episode, Jayson competed in his Pro Bantamweight Debut on July 31st and walked away with an amazing win. Give this episode a listen to become an instant fan of this North Platte native. We loved getting to know him and we think you will too. Follow Jayson on instagram @jayscottmma. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Listen to Episode 15 with special guest, Trudy Merritt, founder and director of the Platte River Fitness Series. In this Episode, we talk with Trudy about the 20th anniversary of the Platte River Fitness Series. We also talk with her about the multiple races and clubs inside of the series and the impact they have on individuals and the community. We learn about Leading Ladies, Fit Kids and the local couch to 5k by Great Plains Health. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a 5-star review on your streaming app and our facebook page. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Danielle is back!  Get the answer to the burning question: Who did better in the Spartan Race, Danielle or Garod?  Our episode 14 guest is Mel McNea, Chief Executive Officer at Great Plains Health. Ty, Danielle and Mel talk about the culture shift that happened at GPH and how they worked together to overcome a ransomware attack and a pandemic, while gaining national attention for all the right reasons.  We get a glimpse of what the future holds for GPH in addition to how they are working to recruit young professionals to the community. Mel also talks about his two big announcements, retirement and his candidacy for Nebraska Legislature, District 42. Most importantly, find out whether or not his house is for sale. If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Ty Lucas and Kim Schroll host Episode 13 with Gary Person, President and CEO of the North Platte Area Chamber and Development Corporation. Gary discusses economic development in the North Platte community and shares how important  collaboration is to our success. Gary also shares about various ways communities can remain competitive. We also gain perspective about how history has helped shape our future.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandNationalBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Tune into Episode 12, where we talk with Traci Cummings; popularly known as Traci Trainer, about living a healthy lifestyle. Traci Cummings is a certified holistic health coach, personal trainer, and owner of Your Wellness Journey. In this episode, Traci explains the background of her business and how she keeps herself educated on the science behind diet and exercise. Traci also shares about how she continues to be successful in her own health journey, in the midst of being a full-time mother. Contact Traci at:Yourwellnessjourney.com OrFacebook: Your Wellness JourneyIf you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

In this episode, we talk to “self-made” entrepreneurs Jeff and Shae Caldwell, owners of Whitetail Screen Print, Whitetail Cycle Sport, Whitetail Outpost, and Whitetail Management. We discuss the community driven attitude that Jeff and Shae share and the history behind their successful business. We also learn more about the exciting dreams, plans, and renovations they hope to bring to downtown North Platte. To finish out the episode, we put a fun twist on our usual ending trivia by playing two truths and a lie with Jeff and Shae. If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Have you ever thought about becoming an Entrepreneur? Hear from Brennan Costello from UNL's Engler Entrepreneurship Program and learn about how to find a good business idea, how to get started building your business, how to fund your business, and more! In this podcast episode, Brennan shares some powerful tools to help you succeed on your path to becoming an entrepreneur.  As the Engler Entrepreneurship Program's, Chief Business Relations Officer, Brennan is extremely knowledgeable about small businesses in Nebraska. He works to provide experiences that connect students to real life entrepreneurs through events such as the Engler Fireside and Nebraska Trek. Brennan is a big-picture thinker and believes in connecting entrepreneurial education to anyone who wants to start a business. Brennan is an expert in identifying connection points to help people run their businesses more efficiently.  Brennan leads classes on idea generation, negotiation, and prototyping. He also facilitates Build Camp, The Venture Laboratory, and the $50 business challenge. He has a variety of experiences in diverse entrepreneurial ventures including being involved in several start-ups in the Cattle and Logistics Industries as well as a Kirchner Impact Investment Fellow. His experience as a National FFA Officer makes him a dynamic facilitator that challenges students to learn by doing. He also serves as the coordinator for our Launch Program which partners with Nebraska FFA to help FFA members start and scale businesses while they are in high school. Brennan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness and an MBA from the University of Nebraska. To learn more about our podcast, please visit NebraskaLandBank.com/Podcast.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Join us for a casual conversation with Tad Haneborg. This episode we are reminded about Larry Haneborg's legacy and the impact he had on youth sports in our area. We learn about the many ways the D&N Event center is used and what their vision is for the future. We also hear about what's new in the beer business and what Tad's go to drink is. Tune in and learn a little more about the D&N, the growing popularity of seltzer and Ty's new hobby, pickleball. To learn more about our podcast, please visit NebraskaLandBank.com/Podcast.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

NEBRASKAland Days is a go for 2021! In this episode we hear from NLD Executive Director, David Fudge, and hear about the 2021 celebration as well as reminisce about the old days and share some fun memories. We also have details on an exciting giveaway for concert tickets through a contest that will only be available on the NebraskaLand Bank Podcast facebook page for a limited time. Tune in and listen for details!To learn more about our podcast, please visit NebraskaLandBank.com/Podcast.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Informative, heart warming, funny, inspiring. All words that describe this episode with our guest, Lauren (Cook) West. Lauren was an All-American setter for Husker Volleyball from 2010-2012. She is the Husker Sports Network Color Commentator for Volleyball broadcasts, a writer and is also well known for her own podcast, Conversation with the Cooks.  In this episode, Lauren shares her incredible insight on Husker Volleyball and the strong culture at Nebraska as well as some heartwarming stories about the softer side of her dad, "Coach Cook" since he's become a grandfather to her daughter. We are all even bigger fans of Lauren following this amazing interview.To learn more about our podcast, please visit NebraskaLandBank.com/Podcast.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

In honor of National Ag Day, we sit down with Eric MacPherson, Founder & CEO of Dawson Tire & Wheel and Hans Julius, Agricultural & Business Banker from NebraskaLand Bank to discuss how important agriculture is to Nebraska and the world. We also learn about Eric's humble beginnings and how he has embraced people and technology to build a successful business.To learn more about our podcast, please visit NebraskaLandBank.com/Podcast.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

In this episode,  we visit with Brodie Lienemann. Brodie is a recent high school graduate who is truly an entrepreneur at heart. Brodie is the owner of Tribe Skate Shop. We discuss how he became an entrepreneur at a young age, why he's leading a fundraising effort for North Platte Skate Park and what local business owners need to do to attract gen Z as customers and employees. To learn more about or donate to North Platte Skate Park Fund visit www.npskateboarding.com. To check out Brodie's online skate shop visit Tribe Skate Shop. To learn more about our podcast, please visit NebraskaLandBank.com/Podcast.If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review & subscribe!Follow us on Social:Facebook: facebook.com/NebraskaLandBankPodcastYouTube: youtube.com/NebraskaLandBankInstagram: instagram.com/NebraskaLandBankThis episode is brought to you by NebraskaLand Bank. We are Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

We have the honor of visiting with the newly elected Mayor of North Platte, Brandon Kelliher and his lovely wife, Terri Burchell, Executive Director of NPPS Foundation. On this episode we hear how life has changed since taking office and what has surprised Mayor Kelliher the most. We hope you enjoy getting to know Brandon and Terri as much as we did through this lighthearted interview.