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August 20, 2024 (DES MOINES, IA) – Gov. Reynolds and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today announced more than $37 million in workforce housing tax credits to develop housing across the state. The awards will support 62 housing proj...

The City of Nevada, along with Main Street Nevada and the Nevada Economic Development Council are pleased to announce a new funding program designed to support the attraction and expansion of small business within the community. The goal of the “Revi...

This year, Burke Corporation in Nevada, Iowa, is celebrating 50 years as one of the leading manufacturers of customized crumbles and meatballs in the pizza industry. In 1973, Bill Burke, Sr., had a vision that has evolved into one of the premier eco...

Lincolnway Energy, located between Ames and Nevada, celebrated the milestone of 1 billion gallons of ethanol produced in January 2023. Originally formed in May 2004, the plant started as a 50 million gallon per year dry mill ethanol plant. Today, it ...

(July 21, 2023) – The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) has awarded Mid-States Material Handling and Fabrication $85,500 for an expansion project located at their corporate headquarters in Nevada, Iowa. This 15,000 square foot expansi...

A young man who grew up on a farm in the southwest corner of Iowa is now overseeing financial decisions to grow a Central Iowa-based farm business. Adam Fichter, a 2011 graduate of Shenandoah High School and a 2015 graduate of Iowa State University,...

Michael Garcia is living proof that you don’t have to go right from point A to point B to get where you are going. When it comes to his career, Michael’s path to becoming a project architect for RMH (Roseland Mackey Harris) Architects, Ames, has bee...

At a ceremonial groundbreaking ceremony on May 2, members of Story Medical leadership and the Board of Trustees shared the vision for the new Senior Care facility to be located adjacent to the medical center, just south of Highway 30 on the east sid...

Seeing kids achieve the fitness goals they are working on is the most rewarding part of Tucker Herzberg’s work at The Arena in Nevada. Tucker, 29, is the director of sports performance for Acceleration Iowa, which is based in Ankeny. Since October o...

Ryan Whitehead has hung around or worked at Good & Quick in Nevada for so long that many people mistakenly think he’s one of owner Charlie Good’s sons. The truth is, Ryan first became acquainted with Good & Quick because his own father, Erni...

A 2003 Roland-Story graduate is at home in one of Nevada’s newest business locations. Ryan Larson, who works as the business manager for Farmhouse Catering, Inc., can often be found inside Copper Spaces, a fully separate LLC, that is linked to Farmh...

An interest in small town community involvement and building life-long relationships are probably the two biggest factors that led State Bank & Trust Co.-Nevada, Iowa Co.’s newest president into a banking career. Dan Johnson, who was recently na...

Todd Sampson, a 2006 graduate of Nevada High School, is now working in Nevada and raising his own children in the rural area not far from where he grew up. Todd, who was active in football, track, soccer, basketball, FFA, band, and National Honor So...

Sometimes the perfect job just finds you. April Clendenen, a sales specialist for Flummerfelt Homes in Nevada, was working at Mary Greeley as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and taking nursing classes at DMACC when her “perfect job” came along. ...

Nevada High School graduate Robyn (Leighty) Lewis (Class of 2010) was going to be an eye doctor, until she encountered organic chemistry at Iowa State University and realized, “I despised it.” Today, you’ll find Robyn at First Interstate Bank in Nev...

When it comes to working in the Main Street District of Nevada, IA, this young woman has both a strong family history of relatives working downtown and a current roster of relatives and connections working in the district. Rachel (Smith) DeVries, 27...

Couser Cattle Company’s cattle manager, Shane Jurgensen, is a unique kind of ag professional. “I’m not a farmer,” he said. “My brother’s a farmer. Farmers do row crops. My focus is cattle, and there’s not a lot of ag people who have their only thing...

Tate Handsaker never thought he would end up in the banking industry, but that is exactly where the 28-year-old has landed. Currently Vice President/Ag and Commercial Loan Officer for Availa Bank in Nevada, Tate is finding that banking is a great pl...

September 30, 2022 The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced $35 million in workforce housing tax credits to develop new housing across Iowa, including the Cass-Doty housing project in Nevada. This project includes seven, three-bedroom...

Being in the car sales business has its challenges right now. That is for sure. Nonetheless, the Ordering Manager for Ames Ford Lincoln, Kirk Lemon, intends to see this career through to retirement. “I have about 10 years (until retirement),” Kirk s...

Tasha Vorm knew she wanted a job treating sports injuries and working with athletes from a young age. “I was very active in my school, not just in athletics, but athletics played a big role in my life. I liked medicine, so (athletic training) was my...

As a Nevada High School student, Matt Myers had not really determined what he wanted to do with his life. However, a sports injury, and more specifically one that required him to seek rehab therapy at 21st Century Rehab in Nevada, put his future int...

Almost 15 years ago, Chris Ritter began employment with ALMACO in Nevada, and he does not regret the career move. “I started off at ALMACO as a welder and worked in the weld shop probably five or six years, and then went to QA (Quality Assurance), a...

Hertz Farm Management has a new Director of Appraisal Services, and locals might see him around Nevada. “Last Wednesday, I had lunch at Starbucks,” said Terry Kestner. He enjoyed it, just as his co-workers said he would. And, did he get ice cream to...

For a little over 12 years, Shannon Hahn is the friendly face most NuCara patients see when they’re going into the pharmacy to have a prescription filled. “I definitely enjoy the people who come in. I wish I had a little more time to chat with them,...

(Nevada, IA) WB Realty of West Des Moines recently announced plans to convert the Budget Inn located in Nevada to 36 units of affordable rental housing in the community. The property has transferred ownership and conversion efforts are underway. “We ...

Paul Groteluschen has never resided in Nevada, but he has been working in the community as a pharmacist for Story Medical Center for nearly 25 years. Paul began his career in January 1998 in the old hospital building on Sixth Street. His office was ...

For close to two years, patients of Dr. Bernie Stephenson’s dental practice in Nevada have been seeing a new face sharing in the dental doctoring duties. Dr. Jordan Wehner, a native of Schoolcraft, Michigan, joined the practice on July 22, 2019. Jor...

MISSION STATEMENT The Nevada Economic Development Council (NEDC) cultivates economic growth and prosperity. This leadership fosters opportunities, partnerships and quality of life for our community. HOUSING • Support completion of the following by Ap...

These days, it is rare to find long-time employees who have stayed with the same job throughout their career. Brent Larson is one of those rarities. Brent, 50, is in his 31st year working for the local cooperative, now Key Cooperative. For most of t...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Kayse Jenkins, Marketing Coordinator What year was your company started/founded? 1946 Where was the business located when it was started/founded? When Carl established Hertz, the first office wa...

Nevada will soon welcome another community bank to its business base, and a former Nevada resident is as excited as ever that the bank’s opening will bring her back to one of her favorite places. “Nevada has so much charm, and I love the main street...

The Nevada Economic Development Council is pleased to announce that On Track Construction has opened its new facility in Nevada. “On behalf of the City of Nevada, I wish to extend our congratulations on completing a beautiful new facility in our comm...

March, 28 2022 (Nevada, IA) – The Nevada Economic Development Council is pleased to announce that On Track Construction has opened their new facility in Nevada.   “On behalf of the City of Nevada, I wish to extend our congratulations...

NEVADA, IOWA – With a relentless focus on delivering the Best Experience Every Time to patients and the community, Story Medical recently received affirmation that it is providing exceptional care by earning full certification to the ISO 9001 Quality...

For immediate release December 7, 2021: Today, the first US industrial scale renewable natural gas facility using agricultural residues as its feedstock began production operations in Nevada, Iowa. Following 2 1/2 years of construction and transform...

October 25, 2021 (Nevada, IA) – The Nevada Economic Development Council is pleased to announce that M&R Properties has broken ground for another building in the Nevada West Industrial Park.   “We know that many small businesses are exc...

October 19, 2021 For immediate release: Steve Simon, CEO of South Story Bank & Trust, based in Huxley, IA is pleased to announce we’re expanding our footprint with our 6th location in Nevada, IA. Our new office will be located at 1601 South B Ave...

What is your name and position in the company? Rick Hawbaker, Location Manager   What year was your company founded? John Deere has been in Nevada since 1955; a man named John Cessford owned a previous implement, and sold it to Ted Ryerson in 1955.  ...

What is your hometown? Nevada/ Iowa Falls Occupation and company you work for? Dentist, Owner of Stephenson Dental What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? After doing a...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Kelly Grossman, Attorney What year was your company started/founded? 2021 Where is the business located? 616 J Ave, Nevada, IA 50161 Is there any interesting story or detail about your company’s...

What is your hometown? Owensboro, KY, but Nevada has been home for our family for more than 20 years  Occupation and company you work for? Vice President Ames/Nevada, South Story Bank & Trust   What is a fun fact about your business or somethin...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Robb Schmidt – Doctor of Optometry (owner)    What year was your company started? I took over in 2003. Prior owner Dr. Mike Neff was in Nevada for more than 25 years before me.   Where was the b...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Mike Espeset, President   What year was your company started/founded? We were founded in 1934 as James Thompson & Sons.   Where was the business located when it started? We’ve been headquart...

Early in 2018, the management of the Nevada Economic Development Council (NEDC) took a big pivot. After more than 20 years of having only a local director, the NEDC entered into an agreement with the Ames Chamber and Economic Development Commission (...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Mason Adams, Key Account Manager   What year was your company started/founded? 1917   Where is your company headquarters located? Corporate HQ – Madison, Wis.; Iowa HQ – Cedar Rapids   Is there ...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Chad Randick, President & CEO What year was your company started/founded? 1974 Where was the business located when it started? Ames, Iowa When did it relocate to its present location? 1984 I...

What is your hometown? Nevada, IA. Occupation and company you work for? Sr. Vice President, Mid-States Companies What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about?  We’ve been very fortunate ...

Your name and your position? Dr. Bernie Stephenson, owner   What year was your company started? 1997   Where was the business located when it started? Our first location was 1011 6th St., Nevada.   Where is the business now? We relocated to a new bui...

What is your hometown? Lecanto, FL / Geneseo, IL Occupation and company you work for? Pharmacist (VP of Operations / Compliance Officer with NuCara Pharmacy) What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business tha...

What is your name and position in the company/business? Dave Sly, co-owner with Brad Lenz What year was your company started/founded? 2011 Where was the business located when it started? Our first location was the old Cars-n-More building (Gunderson...

What is your hometown? Norfolk, Neb. Occupation and company you work for? City Administrator, City of Nevada What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? I’m excited a...

What is your hometown? Burlington, Iowa Occupation and company you work for? Principal at RMH Architects What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? We are excited to celebrate our 35t...

July 16, 2021 (Ames, IA) – The Nevada Economic Development Council (NEDC) is pleased to announce ALMACO will be expanding their operations in Nevada. ALMACO currently manufactures leading precision agriculture machinery that is used in global ...

What is your hometown? Geneseo, Illinois Occupation and company you work for? Availa Bank, serving as Market President What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? We are lo...

What is your hometown? Nevada, Iowa Occupation and company you work for? Broker/Owner RE/MAX Concepts What is a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? We are excited about our n...

Greg Faith, left, President of Verbio Nevada LLC, and Ron Dejongh, President of Verbio Farm Services, are ready to start producing renewable natural gas at the Nevada Verbio plant. (Photo Courtesy of Verbio) The public is welcome to attend an open ho...

What is your hometown? Marshalltown/Grundy Center Occupation and company you work for? CEO/General Manager, Consumers Energy What is your role with the NEDC, and how long have you been involved? I Inherited my Board position from our previous GM her...

What is your hometown? Manson, Iowa Occupation and company you work for? Optometrist, McFarland Clinic Nevada Iowa Army National Guard Soldier, State Surgeon/Commander, Iowa Medical Readiness Detachment, Camp Dodge, Johnston, Iowa What is a fun fact ...

  What is your hometown? Huxley Occupation and company you work for? Key Account Manager, Alliant Energy Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? Working with customers to meet ...

What is your hometown? Nevada, Iowa Occupation and company you work for? Realtor/Broker, Hunziker & Associates Realtors Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? ...

From tattoo artist to attorney, Kelly Grossman, 34, is a shining example of going where life takes you. “It’s funny. I’ve always told my friends I’m just going to fall into whatever I end up doing. I believe in networking and ...

What is your hometown? Zearing, IA Occupation and company you work for? Director of Communications, Key Cooperative Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? As a resu...

What is your hometown? Shenandoah, Iowa  Occupation and company you work for? COO/CFO 21st Century Rehab, PC Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? We are just coming to the en...

What is your hometown? Nevada, IA Occupation and company you work for? Farmer – LongView Farms Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? For the last 5 years, LongView has been w...

What is your hometown? Glidden, IA Occupation and company you work for? Accountant/Co-Owner Allen L. Kockler Co. Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? We’ve never really offic...

What is your hometown? Osage, Iowa  Occupation and company you work for? VP of Development at Story County Medical Center  Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? S...

What is your hometown? Chariton, IA Occupation and company you work for? Superintendent, Nevada Community School District Do you have a fun fact about the Nevada Schools or something you’re doing at the schools that you’re excited about? We are begin...

What is your hometown? Roland Occupation and company you work for? Business Developer, Woodruff Construction Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re excited about? Woodruff Constr...

What is your hometown? Chicago Ridge, IL (a suburb of Chicago) Occupation and company you work for? President & CEO, Burke Corporation Do you have a fun fact about your business or something you’re doing at your business that you’re e...

  (March 19, 2021) – Verbio Nevada, a biorefinery owned by Verbio North America, plans to expand operations through an $80 million capital investment. The State of Iowa awarded Verbio Nevada project tax incentives through HQJ. The ...

A Hy-Vee Dollar Fresh store will open in Nevada later this year along Fawcett Parkway. Nevada Economic Development Council (NEDC) Director John Hall said Hy-Vee’s interest in Nevada and the location selected in Nevada make sense. “Ready access to Hig...

The City of Nevada and the Nevada Economic Development Council are leading a community-wide effort to develop a 20-year vision and new strategic plan for Nevada. Take the survey with your smartphone by hovering over this code. If taking from a compu...

  Many of the great projects that have happened in Nevada since the 1990s are the result of a planning process called Vision 2020. What will a new visioning process bring to Nevada in the next 10-30 years? Leaders in Nevada have started discuss...

Nevada, IA – The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) approved funding to Nevada-based company, Mid-States Material Handling and Fabrication, on August 21, 2020. Mid-States Material Handling and Fabrication was founded in 2011 as a metal fabric...

The landscape along Nevada’s South B Avenue has changed dramatically over the past year. Along this busy street, Burke Corp.’s 210,000-square-foot expansion – announced in September of 2018 — has been under construction and is now nearly complete. Bu...

For the first time in Nevada’s history, three major community entities – the City of Nevada, the Nevada Community Schools, and the Nevada Economic Development Council (NEDC) – share a brand. A unique letter N on a petal, whether used by the City, the...