NebraskaLand Bank Podcast

If you’ve been living in North Platte for a while, it’s exciting to witness all the new developments happening in the area. This week, we’re thrilled to have Stuart Johnson from Sampson Construction as our guest to discuss this growth! From North Platte’s airport terminal project to major construction at Great Plains Health, there’s a lot to cover. 

With over 70 years in business, Sampson Construction has evolved from humble beginni...

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 buildin...

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...

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 pristin...

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...

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...

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&ap...

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)

·      ...

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 e...

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...

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:...

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 welln...

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 a...

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 f...

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 a...

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....

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...

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 Mar...

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 pra...