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Table of ConTenTs

WelcomeGreetings From the Chamber .............................................................................................................4Mayor Schuster Talks About Beatrice ................................................................................................4

Community ProfileBeatrice by the Numbers ....................................................................................................................5

GovernmentElected Officials ...................................................................................................................................6

BusinessNorthgate Crossing: Innovative Multi-Use Development.................................................................7Partnerships Bring Business Boom ....................................................................................................7Site Selection Recognizes Gage County Growth ..............................................................................8Impact of Recession Slower for Nebraska? .......................................................................................8Home-Grown in Beatrice ....................................................................................................................9

EducationBeatrice Public Schools ..................................................................................................................... 10Private Schools ................................................................................................................................... 10Southeast Community College Beatrice Campus ........................................................................... 10

HealthBeatrice Community Hospital: A Tradition of Caring ..................................................................... 11Retirement Residence Index ............................................................................................................. 22Community Health & Fitness Services ............................................................................................ 23

HomesShowcase of Homes .......................................................................................................................... 24

Culture“Free Land!” Was the Cry! ................................................................................................................ 25Marooned Steamboat Got Beatrice Moving .................................................................................... 25Main Street Beatrice: Making Downtown a Destination ................................................................ 26

RecreationWhere We Play ................................................................................................................................... 27Festivals & Celebrations ................................................................................................................... 28Beatrice Parks & Camping Guide ..................................................................................................... 29

CommunityOne Stop Resource Center ................................................................................................................ 30Power to the People: Utilities Aid Community ................................................................................ 30Exploring Neighboring Communities .............................................................................................. 31

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WelCome

Beatrice Mayor Dennis Schuster says he’d like to see Beatrice become a bigger, cleaner city with more amenities, like larger restaurants and stores.

“I would like to see us add a couple thousand more people in the next 10 years,” Schuster says. “It takes that to bring in the larger retailers. And to get people you need jobs. You have to have some way of paying the bills.”

Schuster notes that local community and business leaders are already working to achieve that goal, and he applauds local efforts to teach people to start their own businesses and create jobs.

“The city has worked with the Chamber of Commerce and Southeast Community College to produce a training program for entrepreneurs,” Schuster notes. “It’s tough starting a business. You can use all the help you can get. I wish I had these people to answer my questions when I started a business 26 years ago.”

The mayor is also pleased with efforts to beautify the city and provide more recreation.

“On average, the city clears away one abandoned house each month,” Schuster says. “We’ve also hired a code enforcement officer to ensure people are taking appropriate care of their property.

“The new water park and swimming pool in the city are very positive developments,” Schuster continues. “We have received good reviews in the community and from people from other towns who visit the water park. This kind of development is characteristic of the family-friendly community we’re always working to improve.”

Indeed, Schuster especially enjoys events that bring the families and friends of Beatrice together.

“A highlight of the year for me is the annual Homestead Days in Beatrice,” he says. “It brings everybody out. It’s a unique thing to see that many people together socializing. There’s lots of energy in the air during the festival.”

Welcome to Beatrice“Roots to Call Home”

Welcome!On behalf of the Beatrice Area Chamber

of Commerce, I would like to welcome you and thank you for your interest in our community. We have prepared this publication to showcase all that Beatrice has to offer. Our Chamber members and community leaders are proud of our city

and continue to invest in its continued success, future growth, and economic development.

Beatrice is an ideal place to live, work, shop, and raise a family, from the historic homes that grace the streets to the progressive business community and the award-winning community theater in downtown Beatrice. Beatrice is the seat of Gage County’s government, and the courthouse is on the historic registry. Add to

all this our education system, which starts with pre-kindergarten and goes through vocational school, and who could resist being proud to promote Beatrice as “Roots to Call Home”?

Beatrice is not only a great place to live, but also a great place to work. We are located near highways 136 and 77, and businesses appreciate the convenient accessibility. Beatrice is home to many wonderful businesses that work hard to provide all the amenities of a large city while maintaining its small-town appeal. Beatrice has a great Industrial Park that services over 12 manufacturers, which creates over 2,500 jobs.

Beatrice has a dynamic Main Street organization focused on revitalizing the downtown district. They promote a positive image of downtown by preserving Beatrice’s unique historic character, strengthening the district’s economic base, and emphasizing downtown as the center of community activity.

We hope that you enjoy our city through this publication and stop by the Chamber Office when you are in the area. Beatrice and everything it has to offer awaits you!

Lori WarnerPresidentBeatrice Area Chamber of Commerce

Greetings From the Chamber

Mayor Schuster Talks About Beatrice

Mayor Dennis schuster (right) and City Administrator Neal Niedfeldt work closely on city business.


CommuniTy profile

Driving Distance (Miles)Lincoln, Neb. ..................................................49Omaha, Neb. ..................................................99Topeka, Kan. ................................................141Kansas City, Kan. ...........................................190Wichita, Kan. ................................................221Des Moines, Iowa ..........................................230Oklahoma City, Okla. ......................................380Tulsa, Okla. ...................................................386St. Louis, Mo.................................................434Minneapolis, Minn. .........................................462Denver, Colo. ................................................480Cheyenne, Wyo. ............................................485Pierre, S.D. ...................................................497Source: Rand McNally

Population..........................2000......... 2007 .. ChangeBeatrice ............... 12,496 ....... 12,873 ........+3%Gage County ........ 22,993 ....... 23,219 .....+.98%Source: U.S. Census Bureau

TransportationHighwaysU.S. Highway 77: Four-lane expressway to I-80U.S. Highway 136State Highway 4

Rail Service• Daily freight via Burlington Northern Santa Fe • Daily passenger via Amtrak Station in Lincoln

Air Service• Beatrice Airport: Private with small jet capacity• Lincoln Commercial Airport (39 miles)

Commercial ServicesBanks ..........................................................6Motels/hotels ................................................7Machine shops .............................................8 Tool and die services .....................................3 Electric motor repair .......................................1 Daily newspaper ............................................1Radio station .................................................1Cable channels received .............................. 92

RecReational FacilitiesPublic golf course ..........................................1 Public parks .................................................14 Private golf course .........................................1 Public campgrounds ......................................2 Public tennis courts .....................................10 N earest public access to lake or river ......8 milesPublic swimming pools ..................................2

Largest EmployersName .................................................................. Service .............................# Employed

Beatrice State Developmental Center ...........Residence/school for mentally handicapped .........................800

Exmark Manufacturing Company ................... Manufacture commercial turf equipment ...........................704

Beatrice Community Hospital ............................................ Health care ...............................................441

Husqvarna Turf Care Company ...............................Manufacture turf equipment ....................................356

Beatrice Public Schools ..................................................... Education ................................................318

Mosaic .....................................................Residence/school for mentally handicapped .........................310

Store Kraft Manufacturing Company ................ Design/manufacture retail store fixtures ............................290

Neapco, Inc. .................................Manufacture components for agricultural/recreational vehicles ............240

Sheridan Industries .....................................Manufacture pallets/bulkheads; packaging ..........................211

City of Beatrice ...............................................................Government ..............................................141

Source: Nebraska Department of Economic Development

by the NumbersBeatrice


GoVernmenT

Elected OfficialsCity of Beatrice400 Ella StreetBeatrice NE 68310402-228-5200www.beatrice.ne.gov

CouncilMayor Dennis Schuster ................. 402-228-5200C ouncilman Calvin Carey,

1st Ward ........................402-228-5860 x 2010C ouncilman Jason Schmale,

1st Ward ........................402-223-5945 x 2008C ouncilman Ted Fairbanks,

2nd Ward .......................402-223-4263 x 2010C ouncilman Alan Fetty,

2nd Ward .......................402-223-5842 x 2008C ouncilman Jason Moore,

3rd Ward .......................402-228-7237 x 2008C ouncilman Dwight Parde,

3rd Ward .......................402-228-2299 x 2010C ouncilman David Catlin,

4th Ward ........................402-228-4664 x 2008C ouncilman Gary Lytle,

4th Ward ........................402-223-2693 x 2010

Gage County 612 Grant StreetBeatrice NE 68310402-228-3355www.co.gage.ne.us

Board of SupervisorsShirley Gronewold, Dist. 1 ............. 402-673-5325Matt Bauman, Dist. 2 .................... 402-228-1780Gary Barnard, Dist. 3 .................... 402-223-2969Dennis Byars, Dist. 4..................... 402-223-4439Ron Fleecs, Dist. 5 ....................... 402-223-2052Rex Adams, Dist. 6 ....................... 402-645-3561David Anderson, Dist. 7 ................. 402-766-3790

Statewww.nebraska.gov

Governor Dave HeinemanOffice of the GovernorPO Box 94848Lincoln NE 68509-4848402-471-2244

State Senator Norm Wallman (District 30, Cortland)Room 1528State CapitolLincoln NE 68509402-471-2620

NationalU.S. Representative Jeff Fortenberry1517 Longworth HOBWashington DC 20515202-225-4806

U.S. Senator Mike Johanns1 Russell CourtyardWashington DC 20510202-224-4224

U.S. Senator Benjamin E. Nelson720 Hart Senate Office BuildingWashington DC 20510202-224-6551

Working Together to Provide Respect,Dignity & Encouragement For All

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BEATRICE STATEDEVELOPMENTAL CENTER 3000 LINCOLN BOULEVARD BEATRICE, NE 68310 402-223-6600

A DIVISION OF THE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM


business

The City of Beatrice, Gage County Economic Development Inc., the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce, and Southeast Community College have partnered to bring business and investment to the region. Whether it’s opening doors to performance-based incentives, creating education and training for 21st-century employees, developing relationships with site selection consultants, marketing a pro-business climate, or assisting in business retention and expansion, it takes teamwork.

When Precise Manufacturing approached city officials in 2006 about purchasing lots at the Gage County Industrial Site, local leaders sprang into action. The Beatrice City Council approved the use of $400,000 of

The new, multi-million-dollar Northgate Crossing development, a regional health care, commercial, and technology park in Beatrice, broke ground in July 2008. The Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center Board of Directors has approved the purchase of 45 acres in Northgate Crossing for a new hospital.

“We have purchased the land, we are in the process of hiring an architect, and we are moving forward with the hope of breaking ground on the hospital soon,” says Beatrice Community Hospital Director of Marketing Diane Vicars.

The hospital is the first entity to announce plans to purchase land in the park. This high-profile tenant is expected to act as a magnet for other businesses, starting with other health care providers and leading to restaurants, retail, lodging, and even parks and sports venues. Northgate Crossing may also hold potential for residential development.

Northgate Crossing is a combined effort of Gage County Economic Development, the

City of Beatrice, Beatrice Community Hospital, and the private development firm WRK LLC. Will Scott, of WRK, said the team is working to create a master-planned economic engine for southeast Nebraska.

“As the City of Beatrice continues to grow north, and the City of Lincoln continues to grow south, it’s our belief that this exciting project will contribute in powerful ways to future growth patterns and business opportunities for Beatrice and surrounding communities,” Scott says.

Gage County Economic Development Past Chairman Paul Garnett says the health of today’s economic market is in the forefront of everyone’s mind.

“Planning a development involves investments by partners who are truly committed to Beatrice and Gage County,” Garnett says. “Our sincere appreciation goes to developers Will and Robert Scott of WRK and to partners and local leaders for their futuristic views in making this development a reality.”

Innovative Multi-Use DevelopmentNorthgate Crossing:

Partnerships Bring Business Boomterri DageforD, Gage County Economic Development Director of Business and Industry (seated)

Huston Motors2200 EAST COURT STREET

BEATRICE, NE 68310

PHONE: (402) 228-4545

www.hustonmotors.com

Pittman Paint, Tileand Home Maintenance

Repair Work - No job is too small.

Call for an estimate.

Phone: (402) 806-0016

Delivering Natural Gas Service in the Beatrice Area.

Customer Service: 1-888-890-5554Emergencies: 1-800-694-8989


business

LB840 funds* to install infrastructure at Gage County Industrial Site. Precise Fabrication moved into a new 41,250-square-foot facility in October 2007 and has created 21 new jobs.

Gage County Economic Development Inc. Director of Business and Industry Terri L. Dageford says long-term partnership is key to helping businesses such as Precise Fabrication succeed.

“Long-standing community cooperation is what makes our community a great place to live and work,” Dageford says. “Economy changes and trends change; we need to continue to move forward, building a base that will sustain growth for generations. Our partnerships have brought about the investment of millions of dollars in the community in the past five years. Every dollar invested multiplies rapidly. For example, 100 new manufacturing jobs create 115 secondary jobs, with an aggregate personal income of $9 million — which in turn creates retail sales of $4 million.”

Gage County Economic Development engages in discussions with larger businesses

and industries, while the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Beatrice work with smaller businesses. In both instances, collaboration is a necessary component. Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce President Lori Warner says the Chamber partnered with Southeast Community College to create five new businesses between fall 2007 and fall 2008.

“We sat down with the business instructors at Southeast and asked them to develop courses to help entrepreneurs,” Warner says. “The college developed an academy offering nine hours of instruction. Over 50 students attended classes and workshops starting in fall of 2007. Grant funds helped with tuition.”

The partnership helped the five businesses create 40 new jobs at a combined startup investment of $500,000. The businesses include a staffing service, motor sports retail, a handyman service, and a restaurant.

Warner says the Chamber has also used grant money to hire a business development specialist on a short-term basis.

“With the help of the business specialist we made 175 contacts with people interested in starting businesses,” Warner notes. “Our goal was to create 10 new jobs the first year. Instead, we created 40.”

*Nebraska’s Local Option Municipal Economic

Development Act (LB 840), passed in 1991, authorizes

incorporated cities and villages to collect and appropriate

local sales and/or property tax dollars for economic

development, if approved by the local voters. Beatrice

voters were among the first citizens in the state to

implement the act. They have voted to extend LB840 to

the year 2013.

Site Selection magazine ranked Beatrice as one of the top communities for economic growth in its March 8, 2008, edition. The magazine compared Beatrice to 6,000 other “micropolitans” (communities with a population of 50,000 or less). Site Selection recognizes economic developers for the number of projects and investments made in their respective communities. Gage County Economic Development assisted in renewable energy ventures, business expansions, new construction, and acquisitions totaling over $232 million.

The Nebraska Business Forecast Council says the rising world demand for agriculture imports and the decline of the U.S. dollar will help the state outperform the national economy. According to the Associated Press, the council projects Nebraska farm income will rise 24.7 percent in 2008, hitting a record $4.5 billion. The Bureau of Business Research at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln published the council’s projections in a research compilation titled Business in Nebraska.

Site Selection Recognizes Gage County Growth

Impact of Recession Slower for Nebraska?


new gage county ethanol Plant: “We produced more than 50 million gallons of ethanol by the end of October 2008,” says E Energy Adams CEO Carl Sitzmann. “We began operations on the first of November 2007, and our goal was to consistently exceed nameplate capacity during our first year. Thus far, we are right on target.”

business

In 1917, two brothers were searching for a way to keep bakers busy during summer months. They needed something special — prepared in summer and sold during the winter. They came across their grandmother’s recipe for an exceptional fruit and nut dessert cake, which required gentle mellowing to achieve perfection. Today, that delicacy is known as Grandma’s Bake Shoppe® Fruit and Nut Dessert Cake. And what was once just a small bakery is today Beatrice Bakery Co.®, creators of the perfect recipe for living the sweet life.

Home-Grown in Beatrice

www.beatricebakery.com


eduCaTion

402-223-1500www.beatricepublicschools.org

Programming and StructureComprehensive high school curriculum •includes advanced placement and dual-credit college courses; district provides support both for students with special needs and high-ability learnersStudents at the middle and high school •level have a number of co-curricular and after school activities availableElementary, middle, and high school •students can participate in academic and activity competitions, both at the state and national levelHigh school students can participate in •nine girls’ and 10 boys’ athletic teams, as well as numerous music, speech, drama, and other clubs and organizations Over 62 percent of the teaching staff •holds a master’s degree or higher, and the average tenure for the teaching staff is 13 years

Community PartnershipsStudents in the middle and high school •team up with assisted-living communities as well as preschools/elementary schools for service learningBeatrice schools partner with businesses •to provide students with incentives for achievement and other financial supportAll Beatrice schools have parent •organizations and councils

AchievementBeatrice Public Schools student scores on •the ACT exam have exceeded the national average since 2002 and the state average for four of the last five yearsThe district’s math and reading programs •have been rated as “Exemplary” (the highest rating possible) by the Nebraska Department for Eduction for the past two years

Beatrice Public Schools

Private SchoolsSt. Paul Lutheran Schoolwww.stpaulbeatrice.org 402-223-3414

Enrollment: 150. Faculty: Eight members•Preschool through grade 5, including pre-•kindergartenBasic core subjects with religion, computer, •art, music, and P.E.

St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School402-223-5033

Enrollment: 76. Faculty: Eight members•Pre-K (3 and up) through grade five•Catholic instruction, computer, art, music, •and P.E.; year-round day care

4771 W. Scott Road, Beatrice, NE 68310402-228-3468 • 800-233-5027www.southeast.edu

Total enrollment (Fall 2008): 725•Programs of study on Beatrice Campus: •Academic Transfer, Criminal Justice, Agriculture Business and Management Technology, Business Administration, Business Information Technology, Pharmacy Technician, Practical NursingDegrees granted: Associate of Applied •Science, Diploma, and CertificateAthletic programs for men: Basketball, •baseball, and golfAthletic programs for women: Basketball, •volleyball, and softballStudent Activities: Intramural basketball, •softball, and flag football; more than 20 clubs and organizations, including band, chorus, theater, and art exhibiting

Southeast Community College Beatrice Campus

WHERE PEOPLE COME FIRST.

Employment Opportunities - EOE

Questions About Services:402.223.4066


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www.beatricecommunityhospital.com

HistoryThe hospital’s beginning dates back to July

1, 1899, when Dr. Harry Hepperlen opened the first hospital in Beatrice. Hepperlen sold the hospital to the United Brethren Church in 1909, and in 1914, it was purchased by the Lutheran Hospital Society and became known as Lutheran Hospital.

At about the same time, Mennonite families who had moved to the Beatrice area from Prussia were searching for a way of thanking God and their fellow man for the privilege of living in a free America and in the Beatrice community. Their answer: build a hospital. The Mennonite Deaconess Home and Hospital was dedicated on July 16, 1911.

In 1982, Lutheran Hospital was purchased by Mennonite Hospital, and the combined hospitals became known as the Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center.

Services

Today, the 25-bed critical-access hospital and its long-term-care facility, Parkview Center, employ more than 440 people, with 18 active medical staff and four full-time emergency room physicians. In addition to the community’s independent medical clinics, BCHHC operates the Beatrice Children’s Clinic within the hospital; a rural medical clinic in Wymore, Neb.; and a specialty clinic that brings to the hospital physicians offering care in the areas of pulmonology, oncology, nephrology, neurology, vascular, urology, and cardiology.

The hospital conducted a community sur-vey in 2005 and developed a comprehensive strategic plan, expanding women’s services by bringing two female ob-gyns to work in the Women’s Health Center of Beatrice and implementing a hospitalist program to stabi-lize acute inpatient services (hospitalists are physicians who specialize in treating hospital patients).

Beatrice Community Hospital:

A Tradition of CaringBy Diane Vicars, Beatrice community Hospital

AwardsVHA Leadership Award for Clinical •Excellence: Awarded for meeting or exceeding national performance standards for clinical care of cardiac patientsJoint Commission Gold Seal of •Approval: For compliance with national standards for health care quality and safetyHomeCare Elite List:• For the second year in a row, Beatrice Community Hospital Home Health was named to HomeCare’s Elite List, which honors Medicare-certified agencies whose performance measures are among the top 25 percent of providers nationwide

GrowthA second ob/gyn was added to the staff •of the Women’s Health CenterAddition of a hospitalist program•An in-house MRI was added, using •funds facilitated by Norris Public Power District

HighlightsThe hospital committed to becoming a •smoke-free campus on Nov. 20, 2008, on Great American Smokeout DayHospital and health center community •programs in 2007 — including events, clinics, education, and more — were valued at $492,300

2007 Report: Beatrice Community

Hospital and Health Center

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membership direCTory

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A Touch of ClassJudy Fritzen1725 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1256 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

A.R.E. Pest ControlRuss & Loretta Daro1407 Garfield StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2038Pest Control Services

Adams Electrical Contractors, Inc.Barry Adams416 N 5thBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Electrical, Plumbing & Mechanical

Adams Optical FashionsMonte Adams512 BellBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1012 ...Fax: (402) [email protected], Optometrists, Opticians & Optical Labs

Advance Services, Inc.Kimberly Crowley1721 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-8999 . Fax: (402) 228-9055http://www.advanceservices.comEmployment Agencies

Advanced Auto DealersJeremy Vontz420 South 5thBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.advancedautodealers.comMarketing-Online/WebWebsite Development

Agrium U.S. Inc.Richard Waltke22292 SW 89th RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5271 . Fax: (402) 228-3862http://www.agrium.comDistributorsSee ad page 23

AlcoDon Matthews2115 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3481 ...Fax: (402) 228-3482Discount Stores

ALL Real Estate ServicesSharil Prall901 N. 6th St. Suite 1Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5583 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.allrealestateservices.netReal Estate Commercial & Residential

All Seasons CorpMark Schroeder1205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2127 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.allseasonscorpbeatrice.comHeating & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & Repairs

American Family Insurance (Billesbach)Sharon Billesbach623 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4755 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.amfam.comInsurance

American Family Insurance (Wirth)Cheryl Wirth301 S 6th Street, Suite 12Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1587 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.amfam.comInsurance

American Red Cross- Southeast Nebraska ChapterRosemary NiemeierLower Level Beatrice City AuditoriumBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.redcross.orgOrganizations

Antiques ParadiseTeresa Bissegger827 W. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-0121 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Store

Anytime FitnessBryan Seibel2317 N. 6th Street #10Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2277 ...Fax: (402) 228-8901http://www.anytimefitness.comHealth CentersRecreation

Apple StudiosDennis Applegarth612 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3456 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.applestudios.comPhotography Studio

Arbonne International - ConsultantChristy Buhr8436 E. Sargent Rd.Filley NE 68357(402) 228-0248

Arbor InkMike Chaplin1400 N. 7th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3666 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.arborink.comPrinters, Publishers,Typesetters & Graphics

Ashley Furniture Home StoreStan Meyer2205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4297 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.stans.homeappliances.comAppliances, Sales/ServiceElectronic SuppliesFurniture

Audioman Sound CompanyTom Russell513 Thayer AvenueChester NE 68327(402) [email protected] Supplies

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Back Alley EateryScott Johnson513 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5011 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] & Clubs

Bagby Travel Agency, Inc.Kathryn Villafane516 Ella St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3391 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Agencies

Bank of the WestLisa Hill633 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3445 ...Fax: (402) 223-2168http://www.bankofthewest.comBanks & Banking Associations

John BauerJohn Bauer300 N. 25th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3029Individuals

Beach Cottage CreationsNicole Sheffield410 McLean St. Filley NE 68357(402) [email protected]://www.beachcottagecreations.comPhotography Studio

Beatrice AirportDiana Smith3301 N 6th Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5349 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatriceairport.comAirports

Beatrice Animal HospitalR.G. Baxa2108 N. 6th StBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Beatrice Area Arts CouncilJudi Knowles1309 Sandpiper DriveBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2647 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Beatrice Area SinglesFrieda Steinkamp2105 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2186Organizations

Beatrice Auction HouseLois Owens521 W. Court StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9350http://www.beatriceauctionhouse.comAuctioneers

Beatrice BakeryGreg Leech201 S. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2358 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricebakery.comManufacturing- Manufacturers Representatives

Beatrice Community Hospital FoundationDennis Byars1110 N.10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3078 . Fax: (402) [email protected]://beatricecommunityhospital.comOrganizations

Beatrice Community Hospital & Health CenterDiane Vicars1110 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3344 . Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricecommunityhospital.comHospitalsSee ad page 22

Beatrice ConcretePaul Kostal400 Scott St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4013 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://beatriceconcretecompany.comConcrete

Beatrice Country ClubBrad Nuenaber13th & OakBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2710 ...Fax: (402) 223-1441http://www.beatricecc.comGolf CoursesRecreation

Beatrice Daily SunJim Ristow200 N. 7th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5233 ...Fax: (402) 228-3571http://www.beatricedailysun.comNewspapers

Beatrice Education AssociationMarian Wallen3947 E. Hackberry RdBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2709Organizations

Beatrice Family Chiropractic, P.C.RJ Crandall2526 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2777 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] ad page 7

Beatrice Fire Protection, LLCAlan Singleton319 S. 6th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 806-2870 ...Fax: (888) [email protected]://ne.local.yahoo.biz/beatricefireprotection/Specialty Sales & Service

Beatrice Ford Lincoln MercuryRay Hernandez4115 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3547 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatriceford.comAutomobile Dealers

Beatrice Freightline, Inc.David RoselandPO Box 29136Lincoln NE 68529(800) 456-1092 ...Fax: (402) 466-2481Transportation

Beatrice GlassDustin Rinne118 S. 4th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3381 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Beatrice GreenhouseJeffery Westphal1109 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3338 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Centers & Nurseries

Beatrice Human Resource AssociationKaren Stohs5109 West Scott RoadBeatrice NE 68310Karen Stohs (402) [email protected]

Beatrice Humane SocietyRita Hydo300 EllaBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.beatricehumanesociety.comOrganizations

Beatrice Insurance Agency, IncTom Cass800 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9300 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Beatrice Kiwanis ClubMel Tekolste1714 Washington St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1386Service Organizations

Beatrice Lawn Care, Inc.Joe Armstrong1401 Paddock LaneBeatrice NE 68310(402) 239-9930 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Equipment & Services

Beatrice MachineJohn Lampe410 Market St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3455 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Manufacturers Representatives

Beatrice Manor Care CenterLisa Sand1800 Irving St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2311 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Living, Nursing Homes,

Convalescent Care

Beatrice Mechanical Services Inc.Dennis Schuster2403 CentennialBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5663 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Electrical, Plumbing & MechanicalHeating & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & Repairs

Beatrice Medical Center P.C.Linda Nuismer805 W. Court, PO Box 578Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3366 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] & Medical Groups

Beatrice State Developmental Center3000 Lincoln Blvd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6127 ...Fax: (402) 223-6112www.hhs.state.ne.us/dip/ded/bsdcindex.htmMental Health ServicesSee ad page 6

Beatrice Super MarketRichard Halsey1300 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4047 ...Fax: (402) 228-1580Grocers

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The information in this membership directory has been provided and reviewed for accuracy by the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce. CommunityLink and Craig Williams Creative Inc. assume no responsibility for omissions or errors of any kind.

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Beatrice ToastmastersRon Miller701 HighBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.toastmasters.orgOrganizations

Beatrice Youth CenterRhonda Cramer405 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5314Organizations

Big Indian ArchersMike Grabouski1901 S. 8th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://bigindianarchery.tripod.com/Recreation

Bill’s BBQBill McLaughlin200 LivingstonFilley NE 68357(402) 662-3755Caterers

BKNB, Inc. dba MSC BeatriceTim Culp2205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2242 ...Fax: (903) [email protected]://www.mscwireless.comTelephone Communication-Equipment

Black Hills CorporationRick Schwartz510 N. Commerce St.Beatrice NE 68310(800) 303-0752 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.aquila.comUtilitiesSee ad page 7

Blackburn TechnologiesJoe Blackburn110 Eastside Blvd. Suite BBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-8822 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.blackburntechnologies.comComputer ServicesComputers-Computer Products

Blossom KhardtDeven & Pam McGhee829 W. Court, Ste. 3Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2278 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Blue Cross and Blue Shield NEPat Bourne7261 Mercy Rd.Omaha NE 68180(402) 548-4328 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.bcbsne.comInsurance

Blue River REACTKevin RahePO Box 94Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3374 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://beatricene.com/reactOrganizations

Blue Valley Behavioral Health Jon Day1123 N. 9th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3386 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.bvbh.netMental Health Services

Blue Valley Door Co., Inc.Ken Fritch5320 West State Hwy 4Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1276 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.bluevalleydoor.comGarage Doors & Openers Sales & ServiceConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/DevSee ad page 31

Beatrice Board of EducationDale Kruse320 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1500 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricepublic school.orgSchools, Colleges & Educations

Board of Public WorksNeal Niedfeldt400 EllaBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5211 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatrice.ne.govUtilities

Booth Feed & Supply Co.Dave Grummert1119 W. ScottBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3471 ...Fax: (402) 228-4387Agriculture

Boy Scouts of AmericaRobbin Alder600 S. 120th St.Walton NE 68461(800) 278-7402 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.cornhuskercouncil.orgOrganizations

Breakaway Coffeehouse & Internet CafeCalleen, Hartig223 S. 6th Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9600 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.breakawaycoffeehouse.comRestaurants & Clubs

Browns Shoe FitNick Covey509 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3109 ...Fax: (402) 223-3109http://www.brownsshoefitco.comShoes

Bryan’s Auto BodyBryan Behrends300 S. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4885 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Repairs & Services

Building Tech Inc.Bob Schuster2004 S 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3121 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/Dev

Burger KingSam Cole501 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4500Restaurants & Clubs

Burwood BooksJulie Erickson111 S. 5th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Buss Real EstateMark Buss1722 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1703 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.bussrealestate.comReal Estate Commercial & ResidentialSee ad page 29

The Buss StopJerry Buss620 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3385 ...Fax: (402) 228-3385Liquor Stores & Taverns

Dennis Byars, SenatorDennis Byars823 N. 8th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4439Individuals

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C & C ToursClay Collier815 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4456 ...Fax: (402) 228-4826Travel Agencies

Capitol Title CompanyLora Robbins603 Dorsey St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2395 ...Fax: (402) 228-3398http://www.capitol-title.comTitle Companies

John W. Carlson, Attorney at LawJohn Carlson114 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3443 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.johncarlsonlaw.comAttorneys

Carriage House Bed & BreakfastWanda Enns25478 S. 23rd RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.beatricene.com/carriagehouse-bb/Hotels/Motels/Bed & Breakfast

Carriage MotorsDennis Rinne206 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2397 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.carriagegmc.comAutomobile Dealers

Carstens GardensBarb Ebke1700 Park St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2800 ...Fax: (402) 223-2800Apartments

Casey’s General StoreJulie Dux1522 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9980http://www.caseys.comFood Products, Services, Supplies & BrokersService Stations

Caspers ConstructionGene & Elsie Caspers800 S. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1905 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.caspersconstruction.comConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

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Catering by PamelaPam Hedges1807 S. 16th Circle DriveBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4776 ...Fax: (402) 228-4776Caterers

Centenary United Methodist ChurchCindy & Kelly Karges608 ElkBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3424 ...Fax: (402) 223-3343http://www.gbgm-umc.org/centenary-beatriceChurches

Charter CommunicationsJoyce Swanson2227 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3441 ...Fax: (402) 223-3734http://www.chartercom.comTelevision- Cable & Satellite

Christ Church EpiscopalRichard Moon520 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5515http://www.homesteadcluster.orgChurchesSee ad page 7

Church of ChristLeRoy Koehler10th & GrantBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3996Churches

Church of Christ - 7th & BellThomas Schutts7th & BellBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.churchofchrist7bell.comChurches

Cinema Centre/Holly TheatreMichael Schaefer615 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5196http://www.beatricemovies.comTheaters

Citifinancial, Inc.Shelly Crowley903 E. Court St., Suite 4Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3500 ...Fax: (402) 228-3567http://www.citifinancial.comFinancial & Financial Advisors

Citizen Advocacy of Jefferson/Gage, Inc.Cindy Riekenberg512 C St.Fairbury NE 68352(402) [email protected]

City of BeatriceNeal Niedfeldt400 Ella St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5200 ...Fax: (402) 228-2312http://www.beatrice.ne.govGovernment

Clabaugh PharmacyRick Clabaugh501 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3591 ...Fax: (402) 228-4842http://www.courtstreetgifts.comPharmacies

Classic CateringBeverly Acton31250 S 94th RdHolmesville NE 68310(402) 228-4547 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Lodeen ClausenLodeen Clausen1210 N. 15th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5483Individuals

Leigh F. CoffinLeigh CoffinP.O. Box 787Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5535Individuals

Collection AssociatesAndrew Maschmann115 S. 6th St., PO Box 70Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3371 ...Fax: (402) 228-1438Collection Agencies

Colleen’s CateringColleen Schoneweis3200 N. 6th Suite #3Beatrice NE 68310(402) 239-3304 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Collins Real EstateCasey Collins418 Court StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.gocollins.comReal Estate Commercial & Residential

Community Players Inc.Jamie Ulmer412 Ella St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1801 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricecommunityplayers.comTheaters

CommunityLinkGeorge Prudhomme4742 Holts Prairie Rd.P.O. Box 306Pinckneyville IL 62274800-455-5600george.prudhomme@communitylink.comwww.communitylink.comPrinters, Publishers,Typesetters & Graphics

Consolidated PrintingDon Commerford319 S. 5th St.Salina KS 67401(785) 825-5426 ...Fax: (785) [email protected]://www.ConsolidatedPrinting.comPrinters, Publishers,Typesetters & Graphics

Continental Carbonic Products, Inc.Jim Wohlers21410 SW 89 Rd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1554 ...Fax: (402) 228-7300http://www.ccpidryice.comManufacturing- Manufacturers Representatives

Cook ElectricMerle Jobman305 Ella St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3110 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.cook-electric.comHeating & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & RepairsContractors- Electrical, Plumbing & Mechanical

Bill Cook Jr.Bill Cook28809 S.W. 32nd RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1617 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Country Cookin’ CafeRogelio & Maria Coronado512 S. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9819 ...Fax: (402) 228-2022Restaurants & Clubs

Crawford Heating & AirTracy Crawford927 West Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-0596Heating & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & Repairs

Creative Arts GalleryErna Beach108 S. 6thBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3235Arts

Credit ManagementJason Morledge105 N. Wheeler St.Grand Island NE 68801(308) 382-3000http://www.credit-mgmt.comCollection Agencies

Jay Crowder M.D.Jay Crowder1201 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3545 ...Fax: (402) 228-3826Physicians & SurgeonsSee ad page 5

CurvesRosann Corey2205 N. 6th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5999 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.curves.comHealth Centers

Custom Climate ControlKen Sillman401 Market St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2324Heating & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & Repairs



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D-K Contracting CorporationDeanne Caspers-MoonPO Box 147Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2381 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.caspersconstruction.comConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/Dev

Dale’s Auto ElectricLynn Riekenberg600 Dorsey St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3144Automobile Repairs & Services

Dalke, Smith & ReisDuane Smith609 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5257 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.lawyers.com/dalkelawAttorneys

Dana F. Cole & Company, LLPGary Pohlmann118 S. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3379 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.danacole.comAccountants- Certified- Public

Darryl BakerDarryl Baker1600 S. 9th Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Daubendiek T.V. & Appliance Inc.Greg Buchta1412 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3302 ...Fax: (402) 228-3303http://www.nationwidewest.com/daubendickAppliances, Sales/ServiceTelevisions, Radios & Stereos

Davidson Insurance AgencyMark Davidson2100 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3419 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.davidsonagency.comInsurance

Dawg’s HutRobyn Riekenberg2315 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-7350 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.dawgshut.comSporting Goods

Dawn HillDawn Hill2006 Jackson StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Dee’s HallmarkDennis Wells2205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3908 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.hallmark.comBoutiques & Specialty Shops

Deines PharmacyMitchell Deines910 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4779 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.deinespharmacy.comPharmacies

Dempster Industries, LLCWallace Davis711 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4026 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.dempsterllc.comManufacturing- Manufacturers Representatives

Denny’s ConvenienceDennis Frerichs566 W. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1900 ...Fax: (402) 228-1900http://www.Liquor Stores & TavernsService Stations

Designs by JakeJake Carrel818 Bell St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 239-7561http://www.byjake.comWebsite Development

Dialysis Center of Lincoln / Beatrice Inc.Matt Bauman1110 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4722 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.dialysiscenteroflincoln.orgHealth Care Services

Dick Smith Law OfficeDick Smith1514 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3010 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Diode Communications of DillerDanni Starck300 CommercialDiller NE 68342-0236(877) 668-9749 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.diodecom.netTelevision- Cable & Satellite

Dr. Richard J. Mazour D.D.SRichard Mazour801 West Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5109 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.dicbeatrice.comDentists/ Dental Labs/ Dental Care

Richard DunnRichard Dunn1322 Jefferson St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3798Individuals

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Eagles Aerie 531Lowell Eisenhauer111 S. 8th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4230Restaurants & Clubs

Eakes Office PlusMonte Rasmussen1803 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-7202 ...Fax: (402) 228-0262http://www.eakes.comOffice Supplies, Equipment & Furniture

Earhart Chiropractic ClinicSusan Schwartz1301 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3535 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Earl May Nursery & Garden CenterTerry Brauch2121 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5330 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.earlmay.comGarden Centers & Nurseries

East Court Dairy QueenLaVern Engelman901 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3810http://www.dairyqueen.comRestaurants & Clubs

Echo Electric SupplyWes Schroeder1420 N. 7th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3363 . Fax: (402) 228-1544http://www.echogroupinc.comElectrical Equipment & SuppliesSee ad page 8

Econo LodgeTejal Patel3210 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3536 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricehotel.comHotels/Motels/Bed & Breakfast

Edward Jones (Paul Garnett)Paul Garnett101 S. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3413 ...Fax: (888) 872-0870http://www.edwardjones.comStocks & Bonds Brokers

Edward Jones (Robert Moran)Robert Moran109 Eastside Blvd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1072 ...Fax: (888) 473-1131http://www.edwardjones.comStocks & Bonds BrokersSee ad page 8

Encore Mfg. Inc.Dick Tegtmeier2415 AshlandBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4255 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.encoreequipment.comManufacturing- Manufacturers Representatives

Mark EnglerMark Engler2312 High St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3514Individuals

Erickson InsuranceRoger Erickson3200 N. 6th Street #2Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5880 ...Fax: (866) [email protected]://www.ericksonins.comInsurance

Exmark Manufacturing Inc.Patty Kaufman2101 AshlandBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6300 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.exmark.comManufacturing- Manufacturers RepresentativesSee ad page 9

Experience WorksJack HurleyPO Box 56Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1212 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.experienceworks.orgEmployment AgenciesOrganizations

EyeCare SpecialtiesSteve Sandman2005 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4098 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.eyecarespecialties.comOptical, Optometrists, Opticians & Optical LabsSee ad page 31

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Fakler Architects, LLCMichael Fakler421 W. Park St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3020 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.faklerarchitects.comArchitects

Farm Bureau Financial ServicesCurtis Spilker3216 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.fbfs.com/fbfs/contact/aol/

agt1p4.cfm?AgID=13220&includefbfs=trueInsurance

Farm Credit Services of AmericaErin Oden4101 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2385 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.fcsamerica.comAgriculture

Chenoweth-Farmers Union InsuranceMichelle Chenoweth2006 E. CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3400 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Farmers Union Insurance Lillian L. Fritch Insurance Inc.Lillian Fritch1405 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3312 . Fax: (402) [email protected] ad page 8

Fast Cash of NebraskaLance Kolb600 CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4411 ...Fax: (402) 228-5899Financial & Financial Advisors

First Assembly of GodDavid Cramer1900 Jackson DriveBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2611 ...Fax: (402) 228-2622Churches

First Christian ChurchDavid Bigley205 N. 7th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3842 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricene.com/fcchurch/Churches

First Mennonite Church Beatric NEWeldon Schlonger6714 W. Hwy 4Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.fmcbeatrice.comChurches

First National Bank of Omaha, Beatrice BranchLinda Claassen2205 N. 6th StBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4241 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.fnbomaha.com/fnbBanks & Banking AssociationsSee ad page 12

First Presbyterian ChurchJimmy ShelbournPO Box 654Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.presbybeatrice.comChurches

First Trinity Lutheran ChurchArt Brinkmeyer11668 West State Hwy 4Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-0216http://www.firsttrinitylutheran.orgChurches

Five Star ContractingJack Corey1129 W. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3853 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/Dev

Fletcher Decorating Inc. & Remnant CityDarrell Fletcher414 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5204 ...Fax: (402) 223-5204http://www.beatricerealty.com/

Fletchers%20Carpet/Homepage.htmlCarpet & Rug Dealers/Cleaning

The Flower ShopSherry Zimmerman2205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.flowershopbeatrice.comFlorists

Fox Funeral HomePaul Fox1116 N. 19th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4096 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.foxfuneralhome.netFuneral Homes & Monument Companies

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Gage County Agricultural SocietyRoger HenrichsPO Box 671Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3247 ...Fax: (402) 228-2058Organizations

Gage County Economic DevelopmentTerri Dageford5109 West Scott Road, Suite 411Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6650 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.gced.usOrganizations

Gage County Equipment Inc.Dan ReiterN. Hwy 77Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3526 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.gagecountyequip.com/case.htmAgriculture

Gage County Farm BureauScott Spilker3216 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4232 ...Fax: (402) 228-4233Agriculture

Gage County FoundationRoger HarrisPO Box 126Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Gage County MAPS CoalitionTara Kuipers320 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1500 ext. 1059 Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.gagecountymaps.orgOrganizations

Gage County Medical ClinicRandy Moore1101 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3436 ...Fax: (402) 223-4515http://www.gagecomed.comClinics & Medical Groups

Gage County Oil Inc. BPShawn Reiff1538 Court StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3131 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Stations

Gage County Rental Property Owner’s AssociationMichael Fakler421 W. Park St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Managers



Gage County United WayMelinda ChlebounPO Box 395Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3180 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://gagecountyunitedway.orgService Organizations

Fred GakleFred Gakle1810 Sara RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4676Individuals

Gibb’s PlaceGibb & Pamela Hedges1101 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9897Liquor Stores & Taverns

Gleason Family Dental ClinicTimothy Gleason512 Lincoln Blvd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3119 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]/ Dental Labs/ Dental Care

Godfather’sKevin Jones104 N. 24th St.Beatrice NE [email protected] & Clubs

Good Samaritan SocietyCorrene Adams1306 S. 9th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3304 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.good-sam.comAssisted Living, Nursing Homes,

Convalescent Care

Goossen Construction, IncMarvin Goossen2323 Scott St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2492 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.goossenconst.comConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/Dev

Allen GrellAllen Grell1907 Washington St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3065Individuals

Griffiths-Hovendick ChapelDick Hovendick708 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3521 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.griffithshovendick.comFuneral Homes & Monument Companies

Millard ‘’Gus’’ GustafsonMillard ‘’Gus’’ Gustafson10184 W. Scott RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 806-7300 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://gage-ne-sheriff.usIndividuals

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H & H Distributing, Inc.Craig WhitePO Box 410Fairbury NE 68352(402) 729-2352 ...Fax: (402) 729-2720http://www.hhdistributing.comDistributors

H & R BlockTom Eyestone115 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2141 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.hrblock.comTax Consultants

Habitat for Humanity of Gage CountyBob SteffensP. O. Box 946Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4576Organizations

HAIR All About It SalonSue Phelps2122 Court StBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Salons/Barber Shops

Hair GraphicsPatty Clausen720 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5906Beauty Salons/Barber Shops

Hair StudioKrys Bures813 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3021Beauty Salons/Barber Shops

Handyman Home SolutionsRay Ough1920 E. CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Improvements

Harman-Wright MortuaryVaughn & Tina Wright623 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2341 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.harmanwrightmortuary.comFuneral Homes & Monument Companies

Harris & Clark Attorney’s at LawRoger Harris1705 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-8900 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Hartig Real Estate & Loan, LLCConnie Hartig1023 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3041 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.hartigrealestate.comReal Estate Commercial & Residential

Hearing Healthcare CenterRick Bertacini112 S. 19th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3701 ...Fax: (402) 228-3701Health Care Services

Heartland Gifts & DecorAdam Carter417 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2303 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.heartlandgiftsanddecor.comBoutiques & Specialty Shops

Heavens Best Carpet CleaningDale & Deb Simmons508 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.heavensbest.comCarpet & Rug Dealers/Cleaning

Hill Home FurnishingsMarge Hill116 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4085 ...Fax: (402) 228-4039Furniture

Holiday Inn Express & SuitesMike Folbrecht4005 N 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-7000 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.hiexpress.com/beatrice-neHotels/Motels/Bed & BreakfastSee ad page Outside Back Cover

Home Instead Senior CareCaprice & Jeff Houdek514 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2080 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Care

Homestead Harmonizers Barbershop ChorusDave Haner104 W. Hickory Rd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1432http://www.homesteadharmonizers.comOrganizations

Homestead HouseBeth Schuster2300 Lincoln Blvd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3287 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.alcco.comAssisted Living, Nursing Homes,

Convalescent Care

Homestead Land Co.John Zarybnicky112 S. 19th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2090 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.homesteadland.comReal Estate Farms & Ranches

Hoops Chiropractic, PCCarissa Hoops829 W. Court St, Suite 2Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-8877 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.hoopschiropractic.comChiropractors

Hope Crisis CenterCari Emerson5109 West Scott, Ste 407Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6635 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.hopecrisiscenter.orgMental Health Services

House of BottlesPeggy Coates2025 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Stores & Taverns

Huls Body ShopWayne Huls609 Beaver Ave.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Repairs & Services

HumanaLisa Colbert11420 Blondo Street #102Omaha NE 68164(800) [email protected]://www.humana.comInsurance

Husker HealthMike ZalmanHusker Rehab & Wellness/Husker HealthBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9292 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.huskerrehab.comClinics & Medical GroupsHealth Care Services

HusqvarnaCharlie Rogers401 N. CommerceBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1000 ...Fax: (402) 228-2258http://www.usa.husqvarna.comManufacturing- Manufacturers Representatives

Huston MotorsNick & Vicky Huston2200 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4545 . Fax: (402) [email protected]://hustonsmotors.com Automobile DealersSee ad page 7

Hustons Furniture MartNick & Vicky Huston2200 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4600 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

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Images in HairDawn Stake710 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2905Beauty Salons/Barber Shops

Indian Creek Mall AssociationSheila Moore2205 North 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5888 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.indiancreekmallne.comOrganizations

Industrial Electric MotorsRich Daubendiek1410 N. 7th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3364 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.echogroupinc.comElectric Motors Sales & Service

Insure NebraskaHarriet Garton301 S. 6th St. Ste. 5Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2201 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.insureNe.comInsurance

ISC Dynamics Inc.Kevin Monfelt107 N. 5thBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Comp.-Homebuilders,

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Jacot Chiropractic ClinicH.G. Jacot205 N. 19th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4242 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Jan’s CleanersDeb & Bob Houseman312 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3148 ...Fax: (402) 223-3148Dry Cleaners

JazzerciseKristy Thies111 S. 9th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Centers

JBC StudiosJeff Carrel817 BellBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://jbcpics.comPhotography Studio

Marvin Jedlicka1314 Ashland AveBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1472Individual

Jerry’s Shoe RepairGerald Higgins510 Ella St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Jim’s Carpet & Supplies, Inc.Jim Oltman308 CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3684 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www. jimscarpet.comCarpet & Rug Dealers/Cleaning

Jones Insurance Agency, Inc.Grant Jones121 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5247 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] ad page 9

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Keep Beatrice BeautifulLinda Grell205 N. 4th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.keepbeatricebeautiful.orgOrganizations

Kelly ServicesDarla Grow2900 S. 70th St. #130Lincoln NE 68506(402) 483-4094 ...Fax: (402) 483-4835growdaj@kellyserviceshttp://www.kellyservices.comEmployment Agencies

The KensingtonTerry Keslar105 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2000 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.agemark.comAssisted Living, Nursing Homes,

Convalescent CareSee ad page 23

KFCBecky Crosier1316 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5974http://www.kfc.comRestaurants & Clubs

Klaus, DougDoug Klaus48183 SW 32nd Rd.Odell NE 68415(402) [email protected]

Kleveland ServiceGarold Kleveland300 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9947Service Stations

Koch Nitrogen CompanyBrian Clausen21178 SW 89th RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3577 ...Fax: (402) 228-2528http://www.kochfertilizer.comManufacturing- Manufacturers RepresentativesSee ad page 9

KOLN TVLisa Guill840 N 40th StreetLincoln NE 68503(402) 467-4321 ...Fax: (402) 467-9210http://kolnkgin.comTelevision- Cable & Satellite

Konica Minolta Business SolutionsSteve Lukehart5005 Russell CircleLincoln NE 68507(402) 464-0555 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://kmbs.konicaminolta.usOffice Supplies, Equipment & Furniture

Paul KorslundPaul Korslund612 Grant St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1359Individuals

KUTT 99.5/KWBE 1450AMBrad Achtemeier200 Sherman, PO Box 10Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5923 ...Fax: (402) 228-3704http://www.kwbe.comRadioSee ad page 10



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Lammel Plumbing, IncJohn Hydo321 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4132 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] ad page 5

Land Survey Tech, Inc.Chris Witulski698 Bauman RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://landsurveytech.comEngineering & Land Survey

Law Office of James L. NelsonJames Nelson108 S. 6th St. Suite 221Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2224 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Leo’s JewelryPaul/Joe Billesbach610 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5139 ...Fax: (402) 228-4989Jewelers

Leonard A. MarkleLeonard Markle1216 Dorsey St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Lepant Law Office, PC, LLODave Lepant119 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.lepantlaw.comAttorneys

Leseberg Auto SalesDick Leseberg800 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5626 ...Fax: (402) 228-7344Automobile Dealers

Little Lawn - Body ShopLes Little932 West Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4532 . Fax: (402) [email protected]://littleslawnshop.netOutdoor Power Equipment & Service

Lottman ExcavatingTim Lottman879 W. LilacBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Comp.-Homebuilders,

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Mahloch Law OfficeNancy Mahloch1514 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3507 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.mahlochlaw.comAttorneysSee ad page 5

Main Street BeatriceAngela Fortier205 N. 4th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3244 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.mainstreetbeatrice.orgOrganizations

Martial Arts AcademyJack Cochnar619 E. CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1480http://atakravmaga.comMartial Arts

Mary Kay CosmeticsRuth Wells1447 Hackberry Rd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-8938 ...Fax: (402) 228-8938Cosmetics

Maytag Laundry & Car WashDave & Cindy Waltke923 East Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

McDonald’s RestaurantJim Pike1220 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4106http://www.mcdonalds.comRestaurants & Clubs

Mead Lumber Co., Inc.Tom Bardsley700 Dorsey St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5264 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.meadlumber.comLumber

Merrymakers AssociationCindy Copich11213 Davenport St. Ste. 201Omaha NE 68154(402) 697-0205 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.merrymakers.orgOrganizations

Meyer & Associates, P.C.Barbara Johnsen115 N. 25th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3367 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.meyerandassociatespc.comAccountants- Certified- Public

Meyer’s DayCareSheila Meyer1722 N. 14th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Development & Day Care

Midwest Livestock SystemsDennis Boesiger3600 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5281 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.midwestlivestock.comAgriculture

Midwest Wellness and Drug Testing ServicesKathy DiekmanP.O. Box 491Beatrice NE 68310(402) 239-1715 ...Fax: (402) 223-4817Clinics & Medical Groups

MOSAICMargie Hofeling722 S. 12th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4066 . Fax: (402) 223-4951http://www.mosaicinfo.orgMental Health ServicesSee ad page 10

Murphy DistributingMike Murphy801 Dorsey St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4055 ...Fax: (402) 223-4145Distributors

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NalcoBrent Frahm2006 MonroeBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Manufacturers Representatives

Nancy S. Gerdes, CPA, PCNancy Gerdes707 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3720 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Certified- Public

National Wild Turkey Federation Beatrice ChapterJason Moore122 Cedar StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-0634Organizations

NEAPCODuane Culver501 W. Sargent St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4288 ...Fax: (402) 223-4458http://www.neapco.comManufacturing- Manufacturers RepresentativesSee ad page 10

Nebraska Army National GuardMatt Starkey210 S. Reed St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6602 ...Fax: (402) 309-7895Organizations

Nebraska Machine & ToolSteve Knigge207 MarketBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4586 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Products

Nebraska Mental Health Centers, P.C.Christopher Rathburn215 N. 19th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2500 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://nmhc-clinics.comHealth Care Services

Nebraska Public Power DistrictMort HoughW. HWY 34York NE 68467http://nppd.comUtilities

Nebraska Title Co.Jane Bartlett629 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2233 ...Fax: (402) 228-4543http://www.nebtitlebeatrice.comTitle CompaniesSee ad page 29

Nebraska Workforce DevelopmentKris Howe5109 W. Scott Road, Ste 413Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6060 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.nebraskaworkforce.comEmployment Agencies

Network Consulting ServicesStan Peetoom117 N. 5th St. Suite BBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

New Beginnings Health Care CenterJanet Bock829 W. Court St., Ste. 4Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-6446 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Care Services

Nick J Computer DoctorNick Jurgens400 Court StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.nickjcomputerdoctor.comComputer Services

Noakes RefrigerationJay DeBoer511 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5348 ...Fax: (402) 228-2128http://www.noakesinc.comHeating & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & Repairs

Norma’s DraperiesNorma Lohse1110 W. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1401 ...Fax: (402) 228-1401Fabric-Draperies

Norris Public Power DistrictKevin Pollard606 IrvingBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4038 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.norrisppd.comUtilities

Northern Natural Gas CompanyGary Kenagy30694 US HWY 77Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2922 ...Fax: (402) 530-2979http://www.northernnaturalgas.comOil & Gas Operators & Marketing

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O’Neill Insurance Inc.Robert O’Neill1717 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3352 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Oak Aven Acres RV Park & Bed and BreakfastTroy Stevens23490 SW 75th Rd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.oakavenacres.comHotels/Motels/Bed & Breakfast

Oakview Veterinary ClinicJulie Knoerzer112 N. 19thBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Old West Trail CenterMarilyn LytleP.O. Box 169Odell NE 68415(402) [email protected]://www.visitodell.comOrganizations

One Stop Community Resource CenterKaren Stohs5109 West Scott RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.onestopcenter.netOrganizations

Option Real Estate, LLCDennis Scheiding518 Ella St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-7355 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.optionrealestate.bizReal Estate Commercial & Residential

Orange BowlJohn Houseman2223 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3331Bowling

Oregon Trail Equipment LLCRick BennettHwy 77Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3478 ...Fax: (402) 223-4102Agriculture

Orscheln Farm & HomeMichael Holthus2415 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3323 ...Fax: (402) 228-4115AgricultureHardware

Osborne Scott DDSScott Osborne801 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5346 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]/ Dental Labs/ Dental Care

Sue OttoSue OttoBox 157Pickrell NE 68422(402) [email protected]

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Paben PhotographyChris Paben910 N 8thBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2613 ...Fax: (402) 228-2613Photography Studio

PamidaPatty Ramsey123 N. 24th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3555 ...Fax: (402) 223-3556http://www.pamida.comDiscount Stores

Papa Murphy’sElizabeth Choate3620 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5800Restaurants & Clubs

ParaTouch MassagePatti Nicholson829 W. Court, Ste. 2Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Therapy

Parkview CenterDiane Vicars1201 S. 9th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2366 ...Fax: (402) 228-8500http://www.beatricecommunityhospital.comAssisted Living, Nursing Homes,

Convalescent CareSee ad page 24

Party HeavenMike Gay505 Court StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4110 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.yourinvitationplace.com/partyheavenParty Store

pdc.pagesBrian Cameron70029 Yarnell DriveScottsbulff NE 69361(308) [email protected]://www.myphonedirectory.comMarketing-Online/Web

Penner Insurance AgencyCarolyn Coordsen2205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4018 Fax: (402) [email protected]

Pinnacle BankStan Wirth523 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3333 ...Fax: (402) 228-2455http://www.pinnbank.comBanks & Banking AssociationsSee ad page Inside Front Cover

Pittman Paint, Tile and Home MaintenanceJeremy Pittman318 S 22ndBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] ImprovementsConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/DevSee ad page 7

Pizza HutMichelle Workman2400 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3317 ...Fax: (402) 228-1016http://www.pizzahut.comRestaurants & Clubs

Plaza Gift GalleryAllen & Liz Eckoff1818 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5138 ...Fax: (402) 223-5140Boutiques & Specialty Shops



Plaza Ridge DentalJason Roche110 Eastside Blvd., Suite ABeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4140 ...Fax: (402) 228-1762Dentists/ Dental Labs/ Dental Care

Plymouth Industries, LLCRandy Coleman615 E. MainPlymouth NE 68424(402) 656-5585 . Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.plymouthindustries.comElectrical Equipment & SuppliesManufacturing-

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Poling DrugDarrell Jobman711 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3529 ...Fax: (402) 223-3520Pharmacies

Pony Express Vet NebraskaRegina Breshears3300 N. 6th Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1248 ...Fax: (402) 228-1278Veterinarians

Prairie Village ApartmentsJane Aden1800 Scott St. Apt. 111Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2302 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Precise Fabrication, Inc.LeRoy Janzen2800 Ridgeview DriveBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4227 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Manufacturers Representatives

Precision Auto Tune, Inc.Randy Kempf520 N. CommerceBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9227 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Repairs & ServicesSee ad page 30

Pregnancy Resource Center of BeatriceMary Ratigan800 Ella St., Ste. ABeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Premier Carpet CareArlyn Ullsperger163 West Juniper RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] & Rug Dealers/Cleaning

Premier DesignsLona Anderson7104 Cass Ave.Denton NE 68339(402) [email protected]

Priority PrintingLeslie Drier620 Monroe St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2174 ...Fax: (402) [email protected], Publishers,Typesetters & Graphics

Production Creek Specialty AdvertisingHeather Lee911 E. CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2292 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.productioncreek.comSpeciality Store

Professional Barber StylistsJudy Warren219 N. 19th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3150Beauty Salons/Barber Shops

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R. L. Tiemann Construction, IncRobert Tiemann110 Regency DriveBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Comp.-Homebuilders,

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Radio ShackJohn Linenberger620 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2763 ...Fax: (402) 228-2763http://www.radioshack.comElectronic Retail StoresElectronic Supplies

Ratigan-Schottler ManufacturingPatrick Ratigan201 South 2nd St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3220 ...Fax: (402) 223-2020patrick@ratiganschottler.comwww.ratiganschottler.comManufacturing- Manufacturers Representatives

Michael Renner Ph. D.Michael Renner1216 S. 8th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2533 ...Fax: (402) 228-4309Physicians & Surgeons

The Resolution CenterJudy Pingel5109 W. Scott Rd. Suite 414Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6061 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.theresolutioncenter.orgOrganizations

Risky’sTerri Todd2317 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9500 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.riskysbar.comRestaurants & Clubs

William RistWilliam Rist404 GrantBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1332Individuals

Ritnour, RandallRandall RitnourGage County Attorney’s OfficeBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1344 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Roehr’s MachineryMark Bathel1512 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3319 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.roehrsinc.comAgriculture

Rolla-Rena, Inc.Chris & Bonnie Baete1133 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Ron’s Automotive RepairRon Neukirch810 S. 10th StBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4099 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Repairs & Services

Ron’s Body ShopRon Belding2204 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2111 ...Fax: (402) 228-3197Automobile Repairs & ServicesSee ad page 26

Rotary Club of BeatriceVerdella VetrovskyPO Box 162Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3344http://www.rotary.orgService Organizations

Runza Drive InnJon Murray1119 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3656http://www.runza.comRestaurants & Clubs

Rustad DermatologyElliot Rustad601 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://rustaddermatology.comPhysicians & Surgeons

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S & S Sweeper StoreDale & Deb Simmons508 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Sales & Services

Sack LumberRuss Rezny2820 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3545 ...Fax: (402) 223-3546http://www.doitbest.comLumber

The Salvation ArmyJoshua & Rhegan Stansbury624 Market. 120 S 7th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3341 ...Fax: (402) 223-5031http://www.salvationarmyusa.orgChurches

Sandra L. Parks M.D.Sandra Parks1123 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4295 ...Fax: (402) 228-3702Physicians & Surgeons

Sanitary GarbageJake VonBuschPO Box 846Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4079 . Fax: (402) 228-2643Trash Hauling- Commercial

Sargent Real EstateRobert Sargent1720 S. 14th Circle DriveBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2255 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Estate Commercial & Residential

Schmitt’s ClothingMatthew Schmitt422 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3122 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]’s Clothing

Al SchneiderAl SchneiderESU, 900 W. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5277 ...Fax: (402) 223-5279http://www.esu5.orgOrganizations

Schulz & Associates, P.C.Max Manes106 Eastside Blvd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3598 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.schulzcpas.comAccountants- Certified- Public

Schwans Home ServiceAlan Fishburn625 Hwy # 103Crete NE 68333(402) [email protected]://www.schwans.comFood Products, Services, Supplies & Brokers

Schwisow ConstructionRandy Harre5905 West ‘’O’’ St.Lincoln NE 68528-2666(402) 477-8084 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.schwisow.comConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

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Scully EstatesRalph Fischer110 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5249Real Estate Farms & Ranches

SE NE Community Chapter Natl. Mgmt. AssoNikki ReisenC/O BSDC Media CenterBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-6175 ...Fax: (402) 223-7563Organizations

SearsDallas & Vickie Christ1200 N. 6th, Suite CBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3827 ...Fax: (402) 228-6910http://www.sears.comAppliances, Sales/Service

Security First BankVerdella Vetrovsky120 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4041 Fax: (402) 223-4379http://www.security1stbank.comAt Security First Bank, we’re proud to be part of Beatrice and Gage County. And we’re proud to help contribute to the financial growth and vitality of this exceptional region.Banks & Banking AssociationsSee ad page 23

SENE SportsBen Carrel817 BellBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.senesportsonline.comBroadcasting

Sertoma Club Beatrice NE Inc.Don EwerPO Box 154Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2490Service Organizations

Shay-DesignsShayde Goracke-Voller3635 W. Hoyt Rd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected], Publishers,Typesetters & Graphics

Sherwin WilliamsJaclyn Kolb616 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5340 ...Fax: (402) 228-2180Paint Dealers

Ruth SiemsRuth SiemsPO Box 337Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Soap Opera Laundry - TanningBrenda Carnes1623 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-0234Laundromat

SolutionOneRobert Mastera7407 O St.Lincoln NE 68510(402) 327-7437 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.SolutionOneNow.comOffice Supplies, Equipment & Furniture

Soroptimist International of BeatriceNikki Reisen901 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3944Service Organizations

Southeast Community CollegeDennis Headrick4771 W. Scott RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3468 ...Fax: (402) 228-2218http://www.southeast.eduSchools, Colleges & EducationsSee ad page 31

Southeast Nebraska AHECRobyn Henderson5109 W. Scott Rd. #408Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9092 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.se-ahec.orgOrganizations

Southeast Nebraska Cooperative Co.Monty Johnson403 S. 3rd St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3458 ...Fax: (402) 223-2499http://www.southeastnecoop.comAgriculture

Southeast Nebraska Credit UnionDeb Meyer2600 Eastside Blvd.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4204 ...Fax: (402) 223-4017http://www.senfcu.orgCredit Unions

Southeast Nebraska Surgery P.C.Blake Butler1110 JacksonBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4236 ...Fax: (402) 228-4668Physicians & Surgeons

Southwick ChiropracticMike Southwick560 Sargent StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2777 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Speidell Monument Co.Christine Huls609 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5108 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.speidellmonuments.com Funeral Homes & Monument Companies

St. John Lutheran ChurchDavid & Joann Kramer701 North 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5268 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.stjohnbeatrice.comChurches

St. Joseph Catholic ChurchSteve Major612 High StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.stjosephbeatrice.org

St. Paul Lutheran ChurchDouglas Irmer321 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.stpaulbeatrice.orgChurches

Staffing Services IncorporatedSteve Rothwell120 S. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2770 . Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.staffingservicesne.comEmployment Agencies

Starlight Candles & GiftsJames & Rhonda Paul417 South 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] & Gift Shop

State Farm Insurance (Easley)Ed Easley1726 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2374 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.statefarm.comInsurance



State Farm Insurance (Quick)Dennis Quick817 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3208 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.statefarm.comInsurance

Frieda SteinkampFrieda Stienkamp2105 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2186Individuals

Store Kraft Manufacturing Co.Katie Humble500 IrvingBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2348 ...Fax: (402) 223-1268http://www.storekraft.comManufacturing- Manufacturers RepresentativesSee ad page 7

SubwaySara Teague1219 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5909 ...Fax: (402) 223-5909http://www.subway.comRestaurants & Clubs

SunMart FoodsGary Ebeler1815 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5207 ...Fax: (402) 228-1560http://www.sunmart.comGrocers

Sunridge ApartmentsDoug & Kim Boham1008 N. 26th St., *Att. OfficeBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-2019 ...Fax: (402) 228-2019http://www.perryreid.comApartmentsRentals

Sunrise BakeryGreg Replogle419 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2230Bakery

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T.O. Haas Tire Co., Inc.Eldon DeBuhr1800 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2352 ...Fax: (402) 223-2602http://www.tohaastire.comTire Dealers

T.Y.’s Tobacco CornerT.Y. Young423 S 6th Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-0437 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Store

Taco JohnsDave Rosno1215 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1334Restaurants & Clubs

Take Out ExpressJeffrey Booton106 S. Sumner St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Products, Services, Supplies & Brokers

Tastefully Simple Ind. - ConsultantKathy Diekman584 Northview LNBeatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.tastefullysimple.com/web/kdiekmanGourmet Foods

The Body ZoneKim Tegtmeier2315 E. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

The Decorating CenterDan Helmick323 Court StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3985 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] & Rug Dealers/Cleaning

The Medicine ShoppeTod Lundberg601 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2379 ...Fax: (402) 223-2370http://medicineshoppe.comPharmacies

The Reception’s Maid for YouElaine Schroeder72275 582nd Ave.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 239-2284Caterers

The Steel MagnoliaMelinda Doyle218 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4085 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] Salons/Barber Shops

The Tropical TanShirley Ebeling201 N 25th Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3775Tanning

Gary Thompson Law OfficeGary Thompson722 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5678 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

TierOne BankGlennys Hieronymus1000 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5225 ...Fax: (402) 223-5226http://www.tieronebank.comBanks & Banking Associations

Steve TimmSteve Timm1020 N. 21 St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-1323Individuals

Tonka LanesGary Berke1801 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5244Bowling

Trail Creek ComputersAdam Carter417 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected] Services

Travelers LodgeDan & KJ Patel3500 N. US Hwy 77Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4074 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]/Motels/Bed & Breakfast

Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMC)Thomas Sahl901 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

TSC Farm StoreLonny Todd3620 Airpark RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2381 ...Fax: (402) 223-4596http://www.mytscstore.comHardware

Twin Rivers Chrysler Jeep DodgeDave Eskra529 W. CourtBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3311 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.twinriv.comAutomobile Dealers

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Uhl’s Sporting GoodsDave Sederberg204 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4233 ...Fax: (402) 223-4233Sporting Goods

US Army Recruiting StationJoshua Sheffield1217 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3934 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

US BankKrista Clark200 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-4213 ...Fax: (402) 228-2573http://www.usbank.comBanks & Banking AssociationsSee ad page 26

US CellularMatthew Kirchner1200 N. 6th St. #ABeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4560 ...Fax: (402) 228-4846http://www.cellularone.comTelephone Communication-Equipment

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Valentino’sStephanie Perkins701 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3573 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatricene.com/valentinos/CaterersRestaurants & Clubs

Vantage Point Homes, Inc.Dan Kubr1000 West Rokeby RoadLincoln NE 68523(402) 423-8821 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.vantagepointehomesinc.comConstruction Comp.-Homebuilders,

General Contr/Dev

Victorian Inn (The)Dan & KJ Patel1903 N. 6th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 228-5955 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]/Motels/Bed & Breakfast

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Wachovia Securities, LLCTerry Doyle110 S. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3549 ...Fax: (402) 228-4873http://www.wachoviasec.comStocks & Bonds BrokersSee ad page 24

Waldron, Riggs & Lloyd, CPAs, P.C.Philip Waldron108 S. 6th St. Suite 220Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1314 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://wrlcpas.comAccountants- Certified- PublicSee ad page 31

Senator Norman WallmanSenator Norman Wallman5696 SW 2nd RoadCortland NE 68331(402) 798-7780Individuals

Walmart Super CenterJim Freeman3620 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1244 ...Fax: (402) 228-4583http://www.walmart.comDiscount StoresGrocersSee ad page 26

Waltke, PatWaltke Pat2201 Elk St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 520-1037Individuals

Warner DistributingDan Warner1115 Ella StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 239-4851 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.harperbrush.comIndustrial Cleaning Supplies

Watkins Ace HardwareBradley Watkins2317 N. 6th St. Ste. #4Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2400 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.acehardware.comHardware

Wee Care Day CareLinda D’Andrea111 N. 26th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2900 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.beatriceweecare.comChild Development & Day Care

Wehling EngineersWilliam Wehling221 S. Sumner St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-1834 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] & Land Survey

Weigels JewelryJerry & Sharon Kroese515 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]

Dr. D.C. WeldonD.C. Weldon1201 N. 10th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3545 ...Fax: (402) 228-3826Physicians & SurgeonsSee ad page 5

Willet & CarothersMike Willet2205 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3424 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]

Windstream CommunicationsJohn Dageford445 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-7566 ...Fax: (402) 228-7564http://www.windstream.comTelephone Communication-Equipment

Women for RacingCarolyn Coordsen2205 N. 6th StreetBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4018Organizations

Women’s Health Center of BeatriceAmanda McKinney1110 Jackson St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3117 ...Fax: (402) 223-6565Clinics & Medical Groups

Woods Bros Realty Inc.Sharon Wulf1824 N. 6th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2336 ...Fax: (402) [email protected]://www.woodsbros.comReal Estate Commercial & Residential

Woodward & Villafane, DDSRichard Woodward801 W. Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-2139Dentists/ Dental Labs/ Dental Care

Lloyd WrightLloyd Wright2300 Lincoln St. Apt 22Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-4162Individuals

Wrightsman Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc.Kevin Wrightsman713 Court St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-3100 ...Fax: (402) [email protected] & A/C Distributors, Eqpt & RepairsPlumbingSee ad page 29

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Yellow CabRon Hippen22959 S 1st RoadBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-3121 ...Fax: (402) 223-2526Transportation

Yesterday’s LadySue McLain113 N. 5th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) [email protected]://www.yesterdayslady.comBoutiques & Specialty Shops

YMCAJeff Wolfe1801 Scott St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5266 ...Fax: (402) 223-5552http://www.beatriceymca.orgHealth CentersRecreation

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Dorothy ZimmermanDorothy Zimmerman601 Springview CircleBeatrice NE 68310(402) 223-5506Individuals

Zoom TechGibb Hedges123 N. 4th St.Beatrice NE 68310(402) 228-9002Automobile Repairs & Services



ACCOUNTANTS- CERTIFIED- PUBLIC

Dana F. Cole & Company, LLP(402) 228-3379

Meyer & Associates, P.C.(402) 223-3367

Nancy S. Gerdes, CPA, PC(402) 223-3720

Schulz & Associates, P.C.(402) 223-3598

Waldron, Riggs & Lloyd, CPAs, P.C.(402) 228-1314See ad page 31

AGRICULTURE

Booth Feed & Supply Co.(402) 228-3471

Farm Credit Services of America(402) 223-2385

Gage County Equipment Inc.(402) 223-3526

Gage County Farm Bureau(402) 228-4232

Midwest Livestock Systems(402) 223-5281

Oregon Trail Equipment LLC(402) 228-3478

Orscheln Farm & Home(402) 228-3323

Roehr’s Machinery(402) 228-3319

Southeast Nebraska Cooperative Co.(402) 228-3458

AIRPORTS

Beatrice Airport(402) 223-5349

APARTMENTS

Carstens Gardens(402) 223-2800

Prairie Village Apartments(402) 223-2302

Sunridge Apartments(402) 228-2019

APPLIANCES, SALES/SERVICE

Ashley Furniture Home Store(402) 228-4297

Daubendiek T.V. & Appliance Inc.(402) 228-3302

Sears(402) 223-3827

ARCHITECTS

Fakler Architects, LLC(402) 228-3020

ARTS

Beatrice Area Arts Council(402) 228-2647

Creative Arts Gallery(402) 228-3235

ASSISTED LIVING, NURSING HOMES, CONVALESCENT CARE

Beatrice Manor Care Center(402) 223-2311

Good Samaritan Society(402) 228-3304

Homestead House(402) 223-3287

The Kensington(402) 228-2000See ad page 23

Parkview Center(402) 223-2366See ad page 24

ATTORNEYS

John W. Carlson, Attorney at Law(402) 228-3443

Dalke, Smith & Reis(402) 223-5257

Dick Smith Law Office(402) 223-3010

Harris & Clark Attorney’s at Law(402) 228-8900

Law Office of James L. Nelson(402) 228-2224

Lepant Law Office, PC, LLO(402) 223-4071

Mahloch Law Office(402) 223-3507See ad page 5

Gary Thompson Law Office(402) 223-5678

Willet & Carothers(402) 228-3424

AUCTIONEERS

Beatrice Auction House(402) 228-9350

AUTOMOBILE DEALERS

Beatrice Ford Lincoln Mercury(402) 223-3547

Carriage Motors(402) 223-2397

Huston Motors(402) 228-4545See ad page 7

Leseberg Auto Sales(402) 223-5626

Twin Rivers Chrysler Jeep Dodge(402) 228-3311

AUTOMOBILE REPAIRS & SERVICES

Bryan’s Auto Body(402) 223-4885

Dale’s Auto Electric(402) 223-3144

Huls Body Shop(402) 228-2051

Precision Auto Tune, Inc.(402) 228-9227See ad page 30

Ron’s Automotive Repair(402) 228-4099

Ron’s Body Shop(402) 228-2111See ad page 26

Zoom Tech(402) 228-9002

BAKERY

Sunrise Bakery(402) 223-2230

BANKS & BANKING ASSOCIATIONS

Bank of the West(402) 228-3445

First National Bank of Omaha, Beatrice Branch(402) 228-4241See ad page 12

Pinnacle Bank(402) 228-3333See ad page Inside Front Cover

Security First Bank(402) 223-4041At Security First Bank, we’re proud to be part of Beatrice and Gage County. And we’re proud to help contribute to the financial growth and vitality of this exceptional region.See ad page 23

TierOne Bank(402) 223-5225

US Bank(402) 228-4213See ad page 26

BEAUTY SALONS/BARBER SHOPS

HAIR All About It Salon(402) 228-1353

Hair Graphics(402) 228-5906

Hair Studio(402) 228-3021

Images in Hair(402) 223-2905

Professional Barber Stylists(402) 228-3150

The Steel Magnolia(402) 223-4085

BOUTIQUES & SPECIALTY SHOPS

Dee’s Hallmark(402) 228-3908

Heartland Gifts & Decor(402) 223-2303

Plaza Gift Gallery(402) 223-5138

Yesterday’s Lady(402) 223-5121

BOWLING

Orange Bowl(402) 228-3331

Tonka Lanes(402) 223-5244

BROADCASTING

SENE Sports(402) 806-1508

CANDLE & GIFT SHOP

Starlight Candles & Gifts(402) 223-2270

CARPET & RUG DEALERS/CLEANING

Fletcher Decorating Inc. & Remnant City(402) 223-5204

Heavens Best Carpet Cleaning(402) 228-4747

Jim’s Carpet & Supplies, Inc.(402) 228-3684

Premier Carpet Care(402) 239-2790

The Decorating Center(402) 228-3985

CATERERS

Back Alley Eatery(402) 223-5011

Bill’s BBQ(402) 662-3755

Catering by Pamela(402) 228-4776

Classic Catering(402) 228-4547

Colleen’s Catering(402) 239-3304

The Reception’s Maid for You(402) 239-2284

Valentino’s(402) 223-3573

CHILD DEVELOPMENT & DAY CARE

Meyer’s DayCare(402) 228-9014

Wee Care Day Care(402) 223-2900

CHIROPRACTORS

Beatrice Family Chiropractic, P.C.(402) 228-2777See ad page 7

Earhart Chiropractic Clinic(402) 228-3535

Hoops Chiropractic, PC(402) 228-8877

Jacot Chiropractic Clinic(402) 223-4242

Southwick Chiropractic(402) 228-2777

CHURCHES

Centenary United Methodist Church(402) 223-3424

Christ Church Episcopal(402) 223-5515See ad page 7

Church of Christ(402) 223-3996

Church of Christ - 7th & Bell(402) 228-3827

First Assembly of God(402) 228-2611

First Christian Church(402) 223-3842

First Mennonite Church Beatric NE(402) 228-2231

First Presbyterian Church(402) 223-3933

First Trinity Lutheran Church(402) 228-0216

The Salvation Army(402) 223-3341

St. John Lutheran Church(402) 223-5268

St. Paul Lutheran Church(402) 228-1540

Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMC)(402) 223-4197

CLINICS & MEDICAL GROUPS

Beatrice Medical Center P.C.(402) 228-3366

Gage County Medical Clinic(402) 228-3436

Husker Health(402) 228-9292

Midwest Wellness and Drug Testing Services(402) 239-1715

Women’s Health Center of Beatrice(402) 228-3117

COLLECTION AGENCIES

Collection Associates(402) 228-3371

Credit Management(308) 382-3000

COMPUTER SERVICES

Blackburn Technologies(402) 228-8822

Nick J Computer Doctor(402) 239-8329

Trail Creek Computers(402) 335-8243

COMPUTERS-COMPUTER PRODUCTS

Blackburn Technologies(402) 228-8822

CONCRETE

Beatrice Concrete(402) 223-4013

R. L. Tiemann Construction, Inc(402) 223-3294

CONSTRUCTION COMP.-HOMEBUILDERS,

GENERAL CONTR/DEV

Blue Valley Door Co., Inc.(402) 228-1276See ad page 31

Building Tech Inc.(402) 228-3121

Caspers Construction(402) 228-1905

D-K Contracting Corporation(402) 228-2381

Five Star Contracting(402) 228-3853

Goossen Construction, Inc(402) 228-2492

ISC Dynamics Inc.(402) 239-6690

Lottman Excavating(402) 228-1893

Pittman Paint, Tile and Home Maintenance(402) 806-0016See ad page 7

R. L. Tiemann Construction, Inc(402) 223-3294

Schwisow Construction(402) 477-8084

Vantage Point Homes, Inc.(402) 423-8821

CONTRACTORS- ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING & MECHANICAL

Adams Electrical Contractors, Inc.(402) 540-5780

Beatrice Mechanical Services Inc.(402) 223-5663

Cook Electric(402) 223-3110

COSMETICS

Mary Kay Cosmetics(402) 228-8938

CREDIT UNIONS

Southeast Nebraska Credit Union(402) 223-4204

DENTISTS/ DENTAL LABS/ DENTAL CARE

Dr. Richard J. Mazour D.D.S(402) 223-5109

Gleason Family Dental Clinic(402) 228-3119

Osborne Scott DDS(402) 223-5346

Plaza Ridge Dental(402) 223-4140

Woodward & Villafane, DDS(402) 223-2139

DISCOUNT STORES

Alco(402) 228-3481

Pamida(402) 223-3555

Walmart Super Center(402) 228-1244See ad page 26

DISTRIBUTORS

Agrium U.S. Inc.(402) 223-5271See ad page 23

H & H Distributing, Inc.(402) 729-2352

Murphy Distributing(402) 223-4055

DRY CLEANERS

Jan’s Cleaners(402) 223-3148

ELECTRIC MOTORS SALES & SERVICE

Industrial Electric Motors(402) 228-3364

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Echo Electric Supply(402) 228-3363See ad page 8

Plymouth Industries, LLC(402) 656-5585

ELECTRONIC RETAIL STORES

Radio Shack(402) 228-2763

ELECTRONIC SUPPLIES


Categorical Listing



Audioman Sound Company(402) 324-5450

Radio Shack(402) 228-2763

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES

Advance Services, Inc.(402) 228-8999

Experience Works(402) 228-1212

Kelly Services(402) 483-4094

Nebraska Workforce Development(402) 223-6060

Staffing Services Incorporated(402) 223-2770

ENGINEERING & LAND SURVEY

Land Survey Tech, Inc.(402) 239-7608

Wehling Engineers(402) 228-1834

FABRIC-DRAPERIES

Norma’s Draperies(402) 228-1401

FINANCIAL & FINANCIAL ADVISORS

Citifinancial, Inc.(402) 228-3500

Fast Cash of Nebraska(402) 228-4411

FLORISTS

A Touch of Class(402) 228-1256

Blossom Khardt(402) 228-2278

The Flower Shop(402) 223-5202

FOOD PRODUCTS, SERVICES, SUPPLIES & BROKERS

Casey’s General Store(402) 228-9980

Schwans Home Service(402) 826-3208

Take Out Express(402) 239-4436

FUNERAL HOMES & MONUMENT COMPANIES

Fox Funeral Home(402) 223-4096

Griffiths-Hovendick Chapel(402) 223-3521

Harman-Wright Mortuary(402) 223-2341

Speidell Monument Co.(402) 223-5108

FURNITURE


Hill Home Furnishings(402) 228-4085

Hustons Furniture Mart(402) 228-4600

GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS SALES & SERVICE

Blue Valley Door Co., Inc.(402) 228-1276See ad page 31

GARDEN CENTERS & NURSERIES

Beatrice Greenhouse(402) 223-3338

Earl May Nursery & Garden Center(402) 223-5330

GLASS

Beatrice Glass(402) 228-3381

GOLF COURSES

Beatrice Country Club(402) 223-2710

GOURMET FOODS

Tastefully Simple Ind. - Consultant(402) 223-4645

GOVERNMENT

City of Beatrice(402) 228-5200

GROCERS

Beatrice Super Market(402) 223-4047

SunMart Foods(402) 223-5207

Walmart Super Center(402) 228-1244See ad page 26

HARDWARE

Orscheln Farm & Home(402) 228-3323

TSC Farm Store(402) 223-2381

Watkins Ace Hardware(402) 223-2400

HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Dialysis Center of Lincoln / Beatrice Inc.(402) 228-4722

Hearing Healthcare Center(402) 228-3701

Husker Health(402) 228-9292

Nebraska Mental Health Centers, P.C.(402) 228-2500

New Beginnings Health Care Center(402) 228-6446

HEALTH CENTERS

Anytime Fitness(402) 228-2277

Curves(402) 228-5999

Jazzercise(402) 228-4424

YMCA(402) 223-5266

HEATING & A/C DISTRIBUTORS, EQPT & REPAIRS

All Seasons Corp(402) 228-2127

Beatrice Mechanical Services Inc.(402) 223-5663

Cook Electric(402) 223-3110

Crawford Heating & Air(402) 228-0596

Custom Climate Control(402) 228-2324

Noakes Refrigeration(402) 223-5348

Wrightsman Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc.(402) 228-3100See ad page 29

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Handyman Home Solutions(402) 520-5146

Pittman Paint, Tile and Home Maintenance(402) 806-0016See ad page 7

HOSPITALS

Beatrice Community Hospital & Health Center(402) 228-3344See ad page 22

HOTELS/MOTELS/BED & BREAKFAST

Carriage House Bed & Breakfast(402) 228-0356

Econo Lodge(402) 223-3536

Holiday Inn Express & Suites(402) 228-7000See ad page Outside Back Cover

Oak Aven Acres RV Park & Bed and Breakfast(402) 228-0125

Travelers Lodge(402) 223-4074

Victorian Inn (The)(402) 228-5955

INDIVIDUALS

John Bauer(402) 223-3029

Dennis Byars, Senator(402) 223-4439

Lodeen Clausen(402) 223-5483

Leigh F. Coffin(402) 223-5535

Bill Cook Jr.(402) 228-1617

Darryl Baker(402) 228-1432

Dawn Hill(402) 228-2084

Richard Dunn(402) 223-3798

Mark Engler(402) 223-3514

Fred Gakle(402) 223-4676

Allen Grell(402) 228-3065

Millard ‘’Gus’’ Gustafson(402) 806-7300

Marvin Jedlicka(402) 228-1472

Klaus, Doug(402) 239-6789

Paul Korslund(402) 223-1359

Leonard A. Markle(402) 228-2156

Sue Otto(402) 673-5525

William Rist(402) 223-1332

Ritnour, Randall(402) 223-1344

Ruth Siems(402) 223-1361

Frieda Steinkamp(402) 228-2186

Steve Timm(402) 223-1323

Senator Norman Wallman(402) 798-7780

Waltke, Pat(402) 520-1037

Lloyd Wright(402) 223-4162

Dorothy Zimmerman(402) 223-5506

INDUSTRIAL CLEANING SUPPLIES

Warner Distributing(402) 239-4851

INSURANCE

American Family Insurance (Billesbach)(402) 228-4755

American Family Insurance (Wirth)(402) 228-1587

Beatrice Insurance Agency, Inc(402) 228-9300

Blue Cross and Blue Shield NE(402) 548-4328

Davidson Insurance Agency(402) 228-3419

Erickson Insurance(402) 228-5880

Farm Bureau Financial Services(402) 228-4232

Chenoweth-Farmers Union Insurance(402) 228-3400

Farmers Union Insurance Lillian L. Fritch Insurance Inc.(402) 223-3312See ad page 8

Humana(800) 941-1182

Insure Nebraska(402) 228-2201

Jones Insurance Agency, Inc.(402) 223-5247See ad page 9

O’Neill Insurance Inc.(402) 228-3352

Penner Insurance Agency(402) 223-40182205 N. 6th St. Beatrice, NE 68310

State Farm Insurance (Easley)(402) 223-2374

State Farm Insurance (Quick)(402) 228-3208

JEWELERS

Leo’s Jewelry(402) 223-5139

Premier Designs(402) 797-2060

Weigels Jewelry(402) 228-9484

LAUNDROMAT

Maytag Laundry & Car Wash(402) 239-7439

Soap Opera Laundry - Tanning(402) 228-0234

LIQUOR STORES & TAVERNS

The Buss Stop(402) 228-3385

Denny’s Convenience(402) 228-1900

Gibb’s Place(402) 228-9897

House of Bottles(402) 223-3133

LUMBER

Mead Lumber Co., Inc.(402) 223-5264

Sack Lumber(402) 223-3545

MANUFACTURING- MANUFACTURERS REPRESENTATIVES

Beatrice Bakery(402) 223-2358

Beatrice Machine(402) 228-3455

Continental Carbonic Products, Inc.(402) 228-1554

Dempster Industries, LLC(402) 223-4026

Encore Mfg. Inc.(402) 228-4255

Exmark Manufacturing Inc.(402) 223-6300See ad page 9

Husqvarna(402) 223-1000

Koch Nitrogen Company(402) 223-3577See ad page 9

Nalco(402) 239-0171

NEAPCO(402) 228-4288See ad page 10

Plymouth Industries, LLC(402) 656-5585

Precise Fabrication, Inc.(402) 228-4227

Ratigan-Schottler Manufacturing(402) 223-3220

Store Kraft Manufacturing Co.(402) 223-2348See ad page 7

MARKETING-ONLINE/WEB

Advanced Auto Dealers(402) 817-1784

pdc.pages(308) 641-7901

MARTIAL ARTS

Martial Arts Academy(402) 223-1480

MASSAGE THERAPY

ParaTouch Massage(402) 228-8877

MEN’S CLOTHING

Schmitt’s Clothing(402) 223-3122

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

Beatrice State Developmental Center(402) 223-6127See ad page 6

Blue Valley Behavioral Health (402) 228-3386

Hope Crisis Center(402) 223-6635

MOSAIC(402) 223-4066See ad page 10

METAL PRODUCTS

Nebraska Machine & Tool(402) 223-4586

NETWORKING

Network Consulting Services(402) 228-4040

NEWSPAPERS

Beatrice Daily Sun(402) 223-5233

OFFICE SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE

Eakes Office Plus(402) 228-7202

Konica Minolta Business Solutions(402) 464-0555

SolutionOne(402) 327-7437

OIL & GAS OPERATORS & MARKETING

Northern Natural Gas Company(402) 228-2922

OPTICAL, OPTOMETRISTS, OPTICIANS & OPTICAL LABS

Adams Optical Fashions(402) 228-1012

EyeCare Specialties(402) 223-4098See ad page 31

ORGANIZATIONS

American Red Cross- Southeast Nebraska Chapter(402) 223-4211

Beatrice Area Singles(402) 228-2186

Beatrice Community Hospital Foundation(402) 223-3078

Beatrice Education Association(402) 228-2709

Beatrice Human Resource AssociationKaren Stohs (402) 223-6060

Beatrice Humane Society(402) 228-9100

Beatrice Toastmasters(402) 223-4477

Beatrice Youth Center(402) 223-5314



Blue River REACT(402) 228-3374

Boy Scouts of America(800) 278-7402

Burwood Books(402) 223-6042

Citizen Advocacy of Jefferson/Gage, Inc.(402) 729-5544

Experience Works(402) 228-1212

Gage County Agricultural Society(402) 223-3247

Gage County Economic Development(402) 223-6650

Gage County Foundation(402) 228-8900

Gage County MAPS Coalition(402) 223-1500 ext. 1059

Habitat for Humanity of Gage County(402) 228-4576

Homestead Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus(402) 228-1432

Indian Creek Mall Association(402) 228-5888

Keep Beatrice Beautiful(402) 228-4576

Main Street Beatrice(402) 223-3244

Merrymakers Association(402) 697-0205

National Wild Turkey Federation Beatrice Chapter(402) 228-0634

Nebraska Army National Guard(402) 223-6602

Old West Trail Center(402) 766-3700

One Stop Community Resource Center(402) 223-6630

Pregnancy Resource Center of Beatrice(402) 228-6411

The Resolution Center(402) 223-6061

Al Schneider(402) 223-5277

SE NE Community Chapter Natl. Mgmt. Asso(402) 223-6175

Southeast Nebraska AHEC(402) 228-9092

US Army Recruiting Station(402) 228-3934

Women for Racing(402) 223-4018

OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT & SERVICES

Beatrice Lawn Care, Inc.(402) 239-9930

OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT & SERVICE

Little Lawn - Body Shop(402) 223-4532

PAINT DEALERS

Sherwin Williams(402) 223-5340

PARTY STORE

Party Heaven(402) 223-4110

PEST CONTROL SERVICES

A.R.E. Pest Control(402) 228-2038

PHARMACIES

Clabaugh Pharmacy(402) 223-3591

Deines Pharmacy(402) 223-4779

Poling Drug(402) 223-3529

The Medicine Shoppe(402) 223-2379

PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

Apple Studios(402) 223-3456

Beach Cottage Creations(402) 662-3643

JBC Studios(402) 806-2585

Paben Photography(402) 228-2613

PHYSICIANS & SURGEONS

Jay Crowder M.D.(402) 228-3545See ad page 5

Michael Renner Ph. D.(402) 228-2533

Rustad Dermatology(402) 484-6222

Sandra L. Parks M.D.(402) 228-4295

Southeast Nebraska Surgery P.C.(402) 228-4236

Dr. D.C. Weldon(402) 228-3545See ad page 5

PLUMBING

Lammel Plumbing, Inc(402) 223-4132See ad page 5

Wrightsman Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, Inc.(402) 228-3100See ad page 29

PRINTERS, PUBLISHERS,TYPESETTERS &

GRAPHICS

Arbor Ink(402) 223-3666

CommunityLink4742 Holts Prairie Rd., P.O. Box 306Pinckneyville, IL 62274800-455-5600george.prudhomme@ communitylink.comwww.communitylink.com

Consolidated Printing(785) 825-5426

Priority Printing(402) 228-2174

Shay-Designs(402) 228-0459

PROPERTY MANAGERS

Gage County Rental Property Owner’s Association(402) 228-3020

RADIO

KUTT 99.5/KWBE 1450AM(402) 228-5923See ad page 10

REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL

ALL Real Estate Services(402) 223-5583

Buss Real Estate(402) 228-1703See ad page 29

Collins Real Estate(402) 228-2228

Hartig Real Estate & Loan, LLC(402) 228-3041

Option Real Estate, LLC(402) 228-7355

Sargent Real Estate(402) 223-2255

Woods Bros Realty Inc.(402) 223-2336

REAL ESTATE FARMS & RANCHES

Homestead Land Co.(402) 228-2090

Scully Estates(402) 223-5249

RECREATION

Anytime Fitness(402) 228-2277

Beatrice Country Club(402) 223-2710

Big Indian Archers(402) 239-7286

Rolla-Rena, Inc.(402) 223-4173

YMCA(402) 223-5266

RENTALS

Sunridge Apartments(402) 228-2019

RESTAURANTS & CLUBS

Back Alley Eatery(402) 223-5011

Breakaway Coffeehouse & Internet Cafe(402) 228-9600

Burger King(402) 223-4500

Country Cookin’ Cafe(402) 228-9819

Eagles Aerie 531(402) 223-4230

East Court Dairy Queen(402) 228-3810

Godfather’s

KFC(402) 223-5974

McDonald’s Restaurant(402) 228-4106

Papa Murphy’s(402) 228-5800

Pizza Hut(402) 228-3317

Risky’s(402) 228-9500

Runza Drive Inn(402) 223-3656

Subway(402) 223-5909

Taco Johns(402) 228-1334

Valentino’s(402) 223-3573

SCHOOLS, COLLEGES & EDUCATIONS

Beatrice Board of Education(402) 223-1500

Southeast Community College(402) 228-3468See ad page 31

SENIOR CARE

Home Instead Senior Care(402) 228-2080

SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

Beatrice Kiwanis Club(402) 228-1386

Gage County United Way(402) 223-3180

Rotary Club of Beatrice(402) 228-3344

Sertoma Club Beatrice NE Inc.(402) 228-2490

Soroptimist International of Beatrice(402) 223-3944

SERVICE STATIONS

Casey’s General Store(402) 228-9980

Denny’s Convenience(402) 228-1900

Gage County Oil Inc. BP(402) 223-3131

Kleveland Service(402) 228-9947

SHOES

Browns Shoe Fit(402) 223-3109

Jerry’s Shoe Repair(402) 228-2028

SPECIALITY STORE

Antiques Paradise(402) 223-0121

Production Creek Specialty Advertising(402) 223-2292

T.Y.’s Tobacco Corner(402) 228-0437

SPECIALTY SALES & SERVICE

Beatrice Fire Protection, LLC(402) 806-2870

SPORTING GOODS

Dawg’s Hut(402) 228-7350

Uhl’s Sporting Goods(402) 223-4233

STOCKS & BONDS BROKERS

Edward Jones (Paul Garnett)(402) 228-3413

Edward Jones (Robert Moran)(402) 228-1072See ad page 8

Wachovia Securities, LLC(402) 223-3549See ad page 24

TANNING

The Body Zone(402) 228-9663

The Tropical Tan(402) 223-3775

TAx CONSULTANTS

H & R Block(402) 223-2141

TELEPHONE COMMUNICATION-EQUIPMENT

BKNB, Inc. dba MSC Beatrice(402) 223-2242

US Cellular(402) 223-4560

Windstream Communications(402) 228-7566

TELEVISION- CABLE & SATELLITE

Charter Communications(402) 228-3441

Diode Communications of Diller(877) 668-9749

KOLN TV(402) 467-4321

TELEVISIONS, RADIOS & STEREOS

Daubendiek T.V. & Appliance Inc.(402) 228-3302

THEATERS

Cinema Centre/Holly Theatre(402) 223-5196

Community Players Inc.(402) 228-1801

TIRE DEALERS

T.O. Haas Tire Co., Inc.(402) 223-2352

TITLE COMPANIES

Capitol Title Company(402) 223-2395

Nebraska Title Co.(402) 228-2233See ad page 29

TRANSPORTATION

Beatrice Freightline, Inc.(800) 456-1092

Yellow Cab(402) 223-3121

TRASH HAULING- COMMERCIAL

Sanitary Garbage(402) 223-4079

TRAVEL AGENCIES

Bagby Travel Agency, Inc.(402) 228-3391

C & C Tours(402) 228-4456

UTILITIES

Black Hills Corporation(800) 303-0752See ad page 7

Board of Public Works(402) 228-5211

Nebraska Public Power District

Norris Public Power District(402) 223-4038

VACUUM SALES & SERVICES

S & S Sweeper Store(402) 228-4747

VETERINARIANS

Beatrice Animal Hospital(402) 223-2322

Oakview Veterinary Clinic(402) 228-3440

Pony Express Vet Nebraska(402) 228-1248

WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT

Advanced Auto Dealers(402) 817-1784

Designs by Jake(402) 239-7561


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The addition of the ob-gyns and the hospitalists complement a strong base of care offered at the hospital that includes an emergency department, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, pharmacy, rehabilitative services, wellness center, cardiopulmonary services, labor and delivery, surgery, an intensive care

unit, and chemotherapy, as well as a sleep study lab. The hospital also offers home health, personal nursing care, and hospice.

The FutureLooking toward the future, the hospital’s

Board of Directors approved the purchase of

about 45 acres for possible construction of a new hospital in order to continue to deliver the best patient care possible with today’s technology. The land for the new hospital is located in Northgate Crossing, a health care, commercial, and technology park on the north side of Beatrice.

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Good Samaritan Center :: 402-228-3304 A A A A A A A A A A A

Homestead House :: 402-223-3287 Y A A Y A Y A Y O

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Parkview Center :: 402-223-2366 A A A A A A A A

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Anytime Fitness2317 N. 6th Street, Suite 10, Beatrice402-228-2277 • www.anytimefitness.comFitness machine training

CurvesIndian Creek Mall, Suite 102205 N. 6th Street, Beatrice402-228-5999 • www.curves.comFitness equipment circuit

Gage County Multiple Agencies Partnering for Success (M.A.P.S.) 402-223-1500, ext. 1059 www.gagecountymaps.orgCoalition of community members promoting healthy attitudes and behaviors

Gage County Planned Approach To Community Health (PATCH)402-223-3103 • www.beatricene.com/patch School and worksite presentations and newsletters

Husker Health2320 N. 6th Street, Beatrice402-228-9292 • www.huskerrehab.comIndividual sports training; physical rehab

Jazzercise111 S. 9th St.402-223-4424 Total-body conditioning program that combines the art of jazz dance and the beat of popular music

YMCA1801 Scott Street402-223-5266 • www.beatriceymca.orgHealth programs for all ages

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Housing Stats: Beatrice, 2007Average Cost to Build Residential .................................................... $125/square foot Warehouse .............................................. $35–$40/square foot Office .................................................... $80–$100/square footAverage Cost of Existing Homes ......................................$90,623Average Cost by Home Type 1920s Craftsman ........................................................$72,000 Classic Victorian .......................................................$217,000 Mid-Century Ranch ....................................................$84,000 Cape Cod Duplexes ..................................................$130,000 Contemporary Duplexes .............................................$65,000 Executive Single-Family ...........................................$250,000Total Housing Units .............................................................5,594 Owner Occupied ..............................................................67%Number of Single-Family Homes Built in the Last Two Years ..................................................35Number of Multiple-Family Units Built in the Last Two Years ..................................................11Average Monthly Apartment Rent One Bedroom ..................................................................$418 Two Bedrooms .................................................................$502 Three Bedrooms ..............................................................$612Source: Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce

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Was the Cry!“Free Land!”

Homestead National Monument 8523 W. State Highway 4402-223-3514 • www.nps.gov/home

A National Park Service site, Homestead National Monument is located four miles west of Beatrice in Gage County. It commemorates the many impacts of the Homestead Act of 1862.

Signed into law by President Lincoln on May 20, 1862, the Homestead Act offered 160 acres of free land to any qualified individual willing to live on, farm, and improve it for five years. Single women and widows, most immigrants, and African Americans all qualified. The Act became effective on January 1, 1863, and remained active until 1986. Over 2 million individuals and families claimed land under the Homestead Act, settling approximately 270 million acres. Today, there may be as many as 93 million homesteader descendants throughout the world. The Act increased America’s agricultural production and

expanded the Industrial Revolution. It brought immigrants from dozens of nations to America in search of land and homes. American Indians were further displaced from many of their traditional lands, and many Western ecosystems were forever altered.

Entrance to the monument, museums, exhibits, and all events is free. Over 2.5 miles of walking trails wind through prairie and woodland, and there are 100 acres of restored tallgrass prairie. The Homestead Education Center features a bookstore, large farm implement exhibit, a log home built in 1867, picnic facilities, and traveling exhibitions. The one-room Freeman School, constructed in 1872 and still on its original location, is a reminder of the importance of public education on the frontier. The monument is open every day except Thanksgiving day, December 25, and January 1. Special events take place throughout the year.

Marooned Steamboat Got Beatrice Moving

When the westbound steamboat Hannibal marooned on a sandbar near St. Joseph, Missouri, in the spring of 1857, it was an unfortunate day for the captain, but a boon for future residents of Beatrice, Nebraska.

Thirty-five of the passengers formed the Nebraska Townsite Association and set out on foot to find a new home. They chose a rise with seven picturesque hills on a bend of the Big Blue River. Abundant forests provided timber for the first cabins. The population grew to 80 in three years and boomed in 1871 with the arrival of rail service.

Julia Beatrice Kinney, daughter of an early Nebraska Townsite Association President, lent the town her middle name (pronounced Be-AT-rice).

Other prominent historical attractions in Beatrice include:

Beatrice Public Library 100 N. 16th Street, Beatrice402-223-3584 • www.beatrice.ne.gov/library

Houses the 3,000-volume Nebraska State Genealogical Society Collection. A walking tour of Beatrice’s historical architecture is available.

Gage County Courthouse612 Grant Street, Beatrice4002-228-3355 • www.co.gage.ne.us

A limestone Richardson Romanesque structure over 100 years old, the courthouse is mentioned in diaries of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

Wymore Train Station MuseumMain Street, Wymore402-645-8252

Relive the history of working the railroad at the Wymore Train Station Museum.

exPlore the hoMesteaD heritage center, Homestead National Monument’s new award-winning museum and visitor center. Interactive exhibits, new films, and a bookstore are all found here.

Veterans MeMorial wall1050 S. 6th Street, Beatrice402-223-5506 (Rotary Club)www.beatricevmp.comA tribute to Gage County veterans.

gage county historical society MuseuM 101 N. 2nd Street, Beatrice402-228-1679 www.byjake.com/gagecountymuseum/Located in a 1906 Burlington rail station, the museum’s displays depict the people, railroads, industry, medicine, and agriculture of Gage County. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.


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Main Street Beatrice: Making Downtown a Destination

Sponsoring a variety of annual events, planting flowers on street corners, and providing design assistance to area businesses are among Main Street Beatrice’s successes at promoting the town while preserving and celebrating its beauty and historic charm.

“One of our goals is to beautify downtown,” says Main Street Beatrice Executive Director Angela Fortier. “We have buildings that are 130 years old and buildings that are 25 years old. To give the district a unified look, we chose period décor for our street lights and benches. Experts in history, architecture, and design volunteer

their time, and we have very generous business owners in town who support our work.”

Business owners in the district who seek to restore their property with an eye to historical accuracy can apply for low-interest loans. Committees review each design before it is recommended. Maintaining downtown’s historic unity is always a consideration. The result is a lovely pairing of historic and contemporary architecture. Several properties are now on the National Register of Historic Places.

Main Street is also interested in the city’s physical and intellectual health. “We helped with Trailhead Park, a hiking and biking path through the city,” Fortier says. “In Charles Park we’re installing benches to create ‘The Outdoor Classroom,’ a stage where a teacher could present a lesson or a site for small-scale musical concerts and artistic performances.”

For more information on Main Street Beatrice programs, call 402-223-3244.

the Beatrice coMMunity Playerswww.beatricecommunityplayers.com A staple for 33 years, the Beatrice Community Players took first place in the Nebraska Association of Community Theatres One Act Festival in 2008 and were described by the Omaha World-Herald as “a particularly impressive example of community theater success.” “Theater provides a tremendous release for creativity,” says Artistic Director Jamie Ulmer. “It allows people to do what they love and at the same time add value to the life of the community.” The Players present five full-length productions each year in their own theater in downtown Beatrice.

Downtown Beatrice offers locally owned antique stores, craftsmen, pharmacies, and shops offering clothing, home decor, crafts, gifts, stationery, and more. Dining options include a gourmet restaurant located in a renovated historic building, a locally owned barbecue restaurant, and a one-of-a-kind coffeehouse with Internet café.

Breakaway coffeehouse anD internet café serves a worldwide selection of coffee, tea, espresso, and organic products. “We have travelers from all over the U.S. and the world looking for their brand of tea or coffee and for a place to get wireless Internet,” says Breakaway owner Calleen Hartig. “We also have locals stopping in to meet with friends or clients.” Breakaway offers complimentary wireless service with any purchase. Those who prefer “instant” can check out breakawaycoffeehouse.com.

Check out the categorical listings starting on page 19 for lists of Chamber-member shops, restaurants, and lodging choices. Main Street Events

Celebrity Pheasant HuntPheasant hunting attracts many people to

Beatrice every fall. The Nebraska Governor’s Celebrity Pheasant Hunt celebrates this part of the city’s culture.Magic of Main Street

A Beatrice downtown jeweler donates precious gems as prizes for the autumn Magic of Main Street formal fundraising reception and auction. A Taste of Spring

A Taste of Spring is Main Street’s annual evening of wine, ale, and cheese tasting paired with gourmet hors d’oeuvres. Each spring showcases a unique historic building.Farmers Market

Main Street hosts one of the area’s oldest and largest Farmers Markets every Thursday evening, June through August.

www.walmart.com

(402) 228-1244

RON’S BODY SHOPFrame Machine

Laser Measuring MachineCollision Repair

Ph: 402-228-2111Fax: 402-228-3197


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GolfHidden Acres Golf Course5536 W. Lilac Road, Beatrice402-228-214618 holes; peaceful country setting

Wymore Country Club1700 W. D Street, Wymore402-645-9904Public nine-hole course with putting green, chipping green, driving range

Hunting, Fishing, Camping* Denotes Nebraska state park/wildlife management area.

Visit www.ngpc.state.ne.us or call 402-471-0641. More information is available at http://visitbeatrice.com.

Arbor State Park*WymoreSix camping spots with electrical hookups

Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area*3 E of DillerHunting for deer, dove, pheasant, quail, rabbit, and waterfowl on 320 acres of crop, pasture, timber, and water

Bear Creek Wildlife Management Area*4 N, 2.5 E of BeatriceHunting and fishing

Beatrice Gun Club5954 W. Hoyt Road, Beatrice402-228-4368Skeet shooting and trapshooting

Big Indian Lake/Recreation Area*OdellFishing, hunting, boating, swimming, tent camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, archery range

Clatonia 3A Lake*1 N of ClatoniaForty-six-acre lake with fishing for channel catfish and bullhead

Cub Creek Hunting24256 SW 142 Road, Beatrice402-228-0660 • www.cubcreekhunting.com Guided and non-guided pheasant and whitetail deer hunts; bunkhouse lodging includes beds, bathrooms, linens, home-cooked meals

Diamond Lake Wildlife Management Area*3 W of Odell, Highway 8More than 378 acres of pasture and water; hunting allowed for deer, dove, pheasant, quail, rabbit, squirrel, waterfowl

Donald Whitney Memorial Wildlife Management Area*3.5 W of Odell, Highway 8Fifty acres of pasture/water; hunting allowed

Indian Creek LodgeOdell402-766-3726Working farm; quanshut building with living quarters and game hanging/cleaning area

Beatrice Mary faMily yMca1801 Scott Street402-223-5266 • www.beatriceymca.orgIndoor pool, gym, racquetball courts, gymnastics, fitness, exercise rooms

Beatrice skate ParkCenter & W. Court Streets, Beatrice402-228-5200www.beatrice.ne.gov/departments/ properties/parks/skate/stakepark.htm

Big Blue WateR PaRk1200 Scott Street, Beatrice402-223-4114www.beatrice.ne.gov/departments/ properties/waterpark.htmFeatures 124-foot loop water slide, 8-foot-wide river slide, youth pool with fountain bubbler, sand volleyball courts, bathhouse, and concessions

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Iron Horse Trail Wildlife Management Area*Highway 4, BeatriceHunting for dove, pheasant, quail, squirrel, and rabbit on 14 acres of pasture land

Rockford State Recreation Area*7 E, 2 S of BeatricePrimitive and electrified campsites around a 150-acre lake; boating, fishing, picnicking, swimming beach

Wolf-Wildcat Lake*7 S of VirginiaFish for bluegill, channel catfish, crappie, and largemouth bass on 42-acre lake; hunting, hiking, cross-country skiing permitted

Spectator SportsBeatrice Bruinswww.beatricebaseball.comM.I.N.K. (Missouri Iowa Nebraska Kansas) baseball; League champions 2007/2008

Beatrice Speedway402-223-3158 • www.beatricespeedway.comThis 3/8 mile, semi-banked, clay oval track hosts IMCA Modified, Pro Am, IMCA Stock, IMCA Hobby Stock, Factory Stock, and Crazy Cruiser classes

Festivals & Celebrations

Heartland Storytelling Festival – May

Homestead National Monument402-223-3514 • www.nps.gov/homeNationally known storytellers talk about the Homesteading era

Monumental Fiddling Championships – MayHomestead National Monument402-223-3514 • www.nps.gov/homeMusic and competition with fiddlers and musicians of all ages

Cortland Fest – Junewww.cortlandne.comAnnual celebration featuring a BBQ, tractor show, games, a parade, and fireworks

Homestead Days – JuneHomestead National Monument & Community402-223-2338Demonstrations include woodworking, tanning, soapmaking, blacksmithing, quilting; parade, barbecue, entertainment, competitive events

Sam Wymore Days – JuneArbor State Park402-645-3693 • www.wymorebluesprings.comParade, flea market, ball tournaments, and free entertainment

Adams Fourth of July Celebration402-988-2269 • www.ci.adams.ne.usHeld the first Saturday in July, the celebration includes sports tournaments, BBQ, fireworks, and family entertainment

Gage County Fair – JulyGage County Fairgrounds, Beatrice402-223-FAIRwww.beatricene.com/gagecountyfairgroundsMusic, animal and craft exhibits, auto racing and demolition derby, family entertainments, food, midway

walking/Biking Pathswww.beatrice.ne.gov/departments/ properties/hikebike.htmFive miles within the city; parking available at Ninth and Grable, Sumner and Pleasant, and 12th and Scott

Beatrice country cluB13th & Oak, Beatrice402-223-2710 • www.beatricecc.comSemi-private, 18-hole course; putting green; chipping green; practice bunker; driving range

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25478 S. 23rd Road, Beatrice402-228-0356 • 888-228-0356

www.beatricene.com/carriagehouse-bb/The Carriage House (right) offers a restful

country setting just east of Beatrice. Both the wraparound porch and gazebo offer sunset views. The Carriage House offers specially arranged luncheons and teas and can host

meetings and gatherings for up to 15 people.


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Beatrice Parks & Camping Guide 402-228-5248www.beatrice.ne.gov/departments/properties/index.htm

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Adams Community Days – August402-988-2269 • www.ci.adams.ne.usSoftball, golf, and volleyball tournaments; a kiddie tractor pull; and the Southeast Nebraska Best Chicken BBQ

Arts in the Park – OctoberRiverside Park, Beatrice402-223-2338 • www.beatricechamber.comCraftsmen demonstrate and show their work; live performances and entertainment; food

Annual Craft Fair, Odell – Novemberwww.odell-nebraska.usFirst Saturday after Thanksgiving: more than 70 craft booths throughout Odell

Governor’s Pheasant Hunt – November402-223-3244 • www.mainstreetbeatrice.orgFirst weekend in November: Friday open shoot at Beatrice Gun Club, followed by a reception; Saturday team hunt, followed by banquet with awards presentation, silent auction, and speakers


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4002-223-6630 • www.onestopcenter.net“The overarching purpose of the center is

to develop collaboration among agencies for better utilization of available assistance and resources,” says Pat Timm, retired administrator of One Stop. “This provides individuals with the basic necessities of food and shelter, if needed, while providing opportunities for education and training that will lead to a more self-sufficient individual or family.”

The center houses 20 different social services under one roof, ranging from the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, which provides programs such as food assistance and children’s health insurance, to Community Action programs and early childhood education. The center’s college campus location familiarizes consumers with opportunities to further their education. Even Start helps adults complete or fine-tune

their high school education while their children are engaged in an educational program such as Head Start. One Stop provides non-credit courses in basic skills, workplace literacy, General Education Diploma preparation, U.S. Citizenship, and English as a Second Language. Vocational rehabilitation and job placement services for adults are also available.

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great Plains welsh centre402-645-3186 • 402-645-3282 www.welshheritage.orgThis center in Wymore interprets the story of the early Welsh settlers of the Great Plains through interactive displays, artifacts, and oral histories. An 80-foot mural is located on the north exterior wall.

olD west trails center402-766-3720 • 402-766-3700 www.odell-nebraska.usThe Old West Trails Center in Odell, dedicated to transportation of the 1800s, is located in a renovated 1885 quarried limestone building. Visitors can enjoy over 100 feet of interior murals, plus other visual and written displays. Special programs are held on the fourth Sunday of every month from February through October.

Power to the People Utilities Aid Community

Norris Public Power District donated the manpower that won a $300,000 grant to provide new MRI equipment for Beatrice Community Hospital in 2007. Norris has established a revolving loan fund to promote rural economic development. In 2001, Norris introduced Operation Roundup, which allows customers to round their utility bill up to the next dollar, with the difference going to area charities. As of July 2008, Norris had donated more than $265,000 to various community organizations through Operation Roundup.

“Norris will now be able to play a bigger role in rural economic development, and we look forward to assisting other recipients in the future,” notes Andrea Schafer, manager of public relations and economic development for Norris.

Both the Norris Public Power District and the Nebraska Public Power District also provide economic development benefits to the region. The Norris Public Power District has a representative serving on the Gage County Economic Development Board of Directors.


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E Energy Adams, LLC

402-988-2269 • www.eenergyadams.comThis dry mill plant processes approximately 19 million bushels of

corn into 50 million gallons of ethanol per year in Adams.

Filley Stone Barn402-228-1679 • www.byjake.com/gagecountymuseum

The three-story native limestone barn in Filley (the largest of its kind in Nebraska) kept a farm open when drought/grasshoppers drove others off the land. The town and barn are named for Elijah Filley, who built the barn in 1874 and donated the land for the town in 1882. Special group tours of the barn are available, and living history demonstrations are held here in October.

Oregon Trail Marker402-228-1679 • www.byjake.com/gagecountymuseum

This triangular monument near Lanham marks the location where, in the early 1840s, over 300,000 people crossed from Kansas into Nebraska on their journey west via the Oregon Trail.

Krider HillTake Highway 77 South of Beatrice to Highway 112. This beautiful

highway to Odell, Nebraska, was once part of the Oto Indian Reservation. Cross the railroad tracks and proceed up the hills to enjoy the scenic view. Legend has it Krider Hill is the burial site for an Oto Chief.

Wymore Train Station Museum402-645-8252

Relive the history of working the railroad at this display in Wymore, Nebraska.

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