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Panhandle Frontier Finds: Celebrating Our Communities

Nebraska's Panhandle is populated by friendly people, unique businesses and surrounded by beautiful scenery and opportunities to enjoy nature. 

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Our Communities - Northern Tier

Alliance

Alliance

Alliance

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Chadron

Alliance

Alliance

Fall decorations and a large street-side flower planter in the foreground with historic brick buildi

Home to Chadron State College, its downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Chadron is also the site of Chadron State Park & the Museum of the Fur Trade.

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Crawford

Alliance

Crawford

Two golfers tee off in the foreground with trees and rock buttes in the background.

What began as a wild tent city to serve nearby Fort Robinson today serves visitors to Nebraska's largest state park. Golf a round in the shadow of the buttes or visit over July 4 for PRCA action.

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Gordon

Hay Springs

Crawford

Groups of people enjoy activities in a shady park.

Hunt, fish or golf here or spend time in our wonderful city parks. Stop by the Tri-State Old Time Cowboy Museum or the Scamahorn Museum to explore our roots. 

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Harrison

Hay Springs

Hay Springs

A Nebraska State Historical Marker for the village of Harrison, Nebraska

Nebraska's Top Town due to its elevation of 4,876, it's surrounded by Toadstool Geologic Park, Oglala National Grassland and Agate Fossil Beds National Monument.

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Hay Springs

Hay Springs

Hay Springs

Groups of people gather in a park full of canopies for a shopping event.

Sunset Park features chainsaw-carved sculptures, while the Korean War Veteran Memorial honors hometown heroes. Celebrate the Hay Springs Friendly Festival with us each August. 

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Hemingford

Hemingford is a proud place with deep roots, community spirit, and a slower pace of life. Local businesses are the heart of the community and neighbors treat you like family. 

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Rushville

Groups of people gather in a park and a canopy provides shade.

Located in the land of the Old West, today descendants of cattle barons, cowboys, sodbusters and Native Americans keep the spirit of the Old West alive.

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Whitney

Whitney

Ice fishing tents and ice fisherman sit and stand on a frozen lake.

Named after railroad official Peter Whitney, Old Fort Useless was built nearby and never used. Instead, visitors enjoy Whitney Lake for boating and fishing.

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Our Communities - Central Tier

Bridgeport

Bridgeport

Bridgeport

Bridgeport is located near many historic trails of the West, including the Oregon, California. Mormon, Pony Express, and Sidney-Black Hills. Courthouse and Jail Rocks  were landmarks for pioneers.

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Broadwater

Bridgeport

Bridgeport

 Broadwater, in Morrill County, gives you another chance to slow down and experience pioneer life. Stop by the local museum to enjoy artifacts and local history on display. 

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Gering

Bridgeport

Gering

 From outdoor adventures along the Oregon Trail to relaxed evenings in our charming downtown and Five Rocks Amphitheater, Gering invites you to slow down and discover the heart of the Panhandle. 

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Henry

Lewellen

Gering

Henry is a village in Scotts Bluff County founded in 1909 when the railroad hit the area. Named after Henry Nichols.

Lewellen

Lewellen

Lewellen

Two large 3D quilt blocks are stacked on top of each other.

Lewellen, located along the Oregon Trail, is a rural area including two Art Galleries and other businesses. Several Barn Quilts are on display. In the spring watch Sandhill Cranes dance.

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Lisco

Lewellen

Lewellen

A "Welcome to Lisco" sign.

Lisco is a small rural community with ties to railroads and agriculture. Known for its open spaces and its historical importance along the Oregon Trail and is located North Platte River.

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Mitchell

Brick buildings with cars parked in front of them.

Mitchell was established in 1900 when the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy railroad was extended westward. Named after historical Fort Mitchell.

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Morrill

Founded in 1886 and named after Henry Morrill, president of Lincoln Land Co., Morrill became a shipping point for potatoes in 1920. A small village known for its rural lifestyle and agricultural roots.

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Oshkosh

Scottsbluff

A large mural spells out Nebraska with scenes of Nebraska life inside each letter of the word.

Your adventures finding delightful treasures and tasty treats will be enhanced by the plethora of public art throughout the community. We look forward to your visit!

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Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff

Scottsbluff

 Explore the outdoors, experience local culture and entertainment, or simply enjoy the small-town charm of this unique corner of the country in Scottsbluff. Visit soon and make lasting memories!

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Our Communities - Southern Tier

Big Springs

Big Springs

Big Springs

Grain elevators with "Big Springs" painted on them behind another large building, corn and a pond.

  Big Springs is a small community with a big heart. The renowned Oregon Trail and Ash Hollow, are important pieces of the community’s historic heritage. Nearby Lake McConaughy provides water recreation.

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Bushnell

Big Springs

Big Springs

A sign reads Bushnell as train tracks disappear into the distance and a rainbow on the horizon.

Bushnell (population 100+) is a small village along the historic Lincoln Highway, between Kimball, Nebraska, and Pine Bluffs, Wyoming. Founded in 1867, it is as old as the railroad.

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Chappell

Big Springs

Chappell

Tall, white grain elevators sit in the distance with an American flag and "Chappell" painted on them

 Located in the southern Panhandle, Chappell is a small town with everything to offer. Whether you like to golf, play baseball or softball, fish or walk around our lake, Chappell has it all for you! 

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Dix

Harrisburg

Chappell

A photo of the Dix Community Center.

Dix was founded in 1886 as a railroad settlement.  The community is situated along the historic Lincoln Highway and offers visitors local attractions in and around the area. 

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Harrisburg

Harrisburg

Harrisburg

A green building with "Banner County Museum" sign across the top above the door.

Banner County, once Pumpkin Creek, is home to Harrisburg, historic oil booms, a famed marriage judge, Nebraska’s first countywide school consolidation, and the Flowerfield pioneer school.

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Kimball

Harrisburg

Harrisburg

A Kimball fire truck sits in the foreground spraying water while people play in the spray.

Discover Kimball — home to Panorama Point, Nebraska’s highest point! Enjoy small-town charm, local rodeos, the renovated Goodhand Theatre, Oliver Reservoir, 2 museums, and a local golf course.

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Lodgepole

Lodgepole

Lodgepole

 Lodgepole is a friendly town with a strong sense of community. History is tied to the development of the Union Pacific Railroad.  This quaint village has long been a stopping place on the historic Lincoln Highway.   

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Potter

Lodgepole

Lodgepole

A gray sign reads Welcome to Potter, Est. 1870 surrounded by trees and plants.

Shop local antiques & handmade. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, specialty coffee & dinner. Downtown Public Restrooms open dawn to dusk. Several outdoor murals, 2 parks, EV station, and 2 museums. 

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Sidney

Lodgepole

Sidney

A veterans memorial with a flag flying overhead and a brilliant sunset in the background.

Welcome to our town--friendly faces, great restaurants, the beautiful Legion Park, charming antique shops, and Cruisin' Night with classic rides.  We can't wait to see you. 

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