We get to know more about Andrew Hanus owner of Hanus Tech Solutions, and also the instructor at the new Digital Empowerment Center here in Seward. Learn about what Andrew can do for you when it comes to computers, IT, websites and more. Plus, here more about the Digital Empowerment Center and what will be happening in the months to come!

We are back at the Rivoli Theater with Connie and Cheryl here in Seward to talk about news and events that will be coming soon! New summer releases, fun events, and anniversary celebration and the Flatwater Film Festival just to name a few. 

Then we check in with Collin Hain in our SCCDP Office to chat about the Business Anniversaries Luncheon, Music Bingo and Seward County Gives Week. 

This episode of Talk Seward County is a pre-recorded session taken from the Seward County Young Professionals Lunch and Learn on March 25, 2025. The guest speaker is Joel Brase, Executive Director of the Seward Wellness Center. Joel is giving an update on the opening of the new Wellness Center and explaining the layout plus information on when classes will begin and other important information. If you are interested in watching the video of the lunch and learn you can find a link or our Facebook page and also on the SCCDP YouTube page.

https://youtu.be/ipw7NO5oI_s?si=mSTOGoXsvcir3SEq

"Did Someone Say Murder?" - a true Who Done It murder mystery will be featured at the Olde Glory Theatre on Friday January 31st, Saturday February 1st and Sunday February 2nd. Director Bryan Moore gives us a brief history of the Olde Glory as it transitioned from church to a popular dinner theatre venue and then we dive into a sneak peak of the show following a plot of eccentric characters, laughs and their plots to murder. Visit the Old Glory website for more information on tickets and upcoming shows:  Olde Glory or call 402-217-2035.

It's a day of Frosty Family Fun for all at the 14th Annual Seward Christmas Festival this Saturday November 30th. We have events happening all day from 8AM until our festive Lighted Christmas Parade at 5:30pm in downtown Seward. There will be music, games, treats crafts, Christmas in the military, caroling, bingo, movies, shopping...and of course Santa arrive downtown at 10AM! Santa will be stopping by several businesses to take photos, red stories and find out what everyone wants for Christmas. Be sure you stay for our lighted parade where floats and displays will be decked with tons of lights and holiday decorations. There's even a giant polar bear and Santa will be making another appearance on his special float. So much to see and do! Thanks to our guests...and our very special guest from the North Pole. We hope to see you all at the Christmas Festival!

Talk Seward County welcomes back Joel Brase the Director of the Seward Wellness Center. It's been one year since the frigid, but memorable groundbreaking ceremony and there's so much to talk about. He gives us an update on the progress of the construction, the start of hiring personnel, and looking into the future for the grand opening date. 

In our latest episode Collin and Jacob from the SCCDP team join Joanie to talk about the Farm to Table Culinary Experience event happing on Sunday September 22, 2024 from 4:00PM - 6:00PM. The event will be held at The Dairy @ Seward and feature delicious food samples and beverages from many of our local vendors, plus live music by Boondox. We also talk about the Kernels for Kids program to benefit childcare providers in the area. Hear all about what this event has to offer! A wonderful social event for the fall season. Please join us!
Tickets are on sale through the SCCDP office 402-643-4189
and on our website: Farm to Table Culinary Experience - September 22, 2024 - Cultivate Seward County

Are you interested in becoming the next generation of leaders in Seward County? Do you have someone in your business that would benefit from training in leadership skills? On this episode we learn more about the Seward County Rising Stars Program. Listen in as we talk with Anita Foor, facilitator of the Rising Stars and Jacob Jennings from our SCCDP office, and one of the Class of 2023-2024 Rising Stars. We take you more in-depth on the what the Better Culture curriculum is, the projects that each class does and what our guest feel has helped them grow to be better leaders or see how the Rising Stars program is creating a path to the future stars of Seward County.
For more information on how to join the Rising Stars Program. Contact the SCCDP office at 402-643-4189 or email Collin: [email protected]
Seward County Rising Stars Brochure 2024-2025 (cultivatesewardcounty.com)

In this episode of Talk Seward County, we visit with Jeanne Schoen and Mac Carney from Ridgewood Rehabilitation and Care Center. They tell us about the facilities, the care options and jobs opportunities available.

Shop Local - Shop Seward County! Today we talk with Carla Ketner from Chapters Books & Gifts and Alison Kock from Red Path Gallery & Tasting Room about Fifth Saturdays and the events going on Saturday June 29th! Visit the Liberty House from 9AM-3:30PMfor the 6th Annual Red, White & Bloom Garden tour. Stop take a stop on the courthouse square from 2PM-4PM for the Nebraska Authors and Artists Showcase. You can also enter "The Great Folly Hunt" and of course shop and dine at our amazing small local businesses that make Seward the unique place that it is! Come and visit on Saturday June 29th!
Fifth Saturdays - Cultivate Seward County
Seward County Chamber & Development Partnership Facebook
Chapters Books & Gifts Facebook
Red Path Gallery & Tasting Room Facebook
Liberty House Bed & Breakfast, Antiques & Gifts