https://www.yorkdevco.com York County Development Corporation News Feed Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:41:50 +0000 en-US https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/49984/bradshaw-beat https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/49984/bradshaw-beat Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Bradshaw Beat is here to view: View Here https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/54914/benedict-voice https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/54914/benedict-voice Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Benedict Voice is here to view:View Here   https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/46629/waco-dirt https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/46629/waco-dirt Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The Waco Dirt is here to view:  View Here https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/69100/york-county-development-corporation-wins-midamerica-economic-development-council-award-for-innovative-podcast https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/69100/york-county-development-corporation-wins-midamerica-economic-development-council-award-for-innovative-podcast Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEYCDC’s 17-County Podcast turns community storytelling into a tool for talent attraction, recruitment and business developmentLINCOLN, NE Sept. 2, 2026 – York County Development Corporation (YCDC), a catalyst for economic and community vitality in York County, announced today that it has received a Workforce and Talent Award from... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68918/fairfield-inn-&-suites-grand-opening-celebrates-york-county-momentum https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68918/fairfield-inn-&-suites-grand-opening-celebrates-york-county-momentum Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Fairfield Inn & Suites Grand Opening Celebrates York County MomentumWhat began as an announcement in the fall of 2024 has become a completed investment, a new hospitality option and another sign of continued momentum in York County.The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of Fairfield by Marriott Inn... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/68917/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc-supporting-the-entrepreneurs-among-us https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/68917/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc-supporting-the-entrepreneurs-among-us Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Lisa Hurley, Executive Director York County Development CorporationRecently, Grace Staehr interviewed me for one of our regular YCDC updates on the 17-County Podcast. During our conversation, she made a comment that stuck with me.Grace joined the YCDC team about eight months ago and has quickly become an important part of... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/68806/york-county-development-corporation-receives-two-2026-excellence-in-economic-development-awards!-a-gold-award-and-a-silver-award-from-the-international-economic-development-council https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/68806/york-county-development-corporation-receives-two-2026-excellence-in-economic-development-awards!-a-gold-award-and-a-silver-award-from-the-international-economic-development-council Thu, 20 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000 York County Development Corporation (YCDC) received two 2026 Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The Gold award was bestowed for the organization’s work in the Innovative Financing category for the less than 25,000 population group.  The Silver award was for the organization’s work on... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68462/ycdc-launches-new-did-you-know-campaign https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68462/ycdc-launches-new-did-you-know-campaign Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 York County is home to remarkable businesses, unique products, valuable services, and inspiring people—and some of their best stories are still waiting to be discovered.YCDC’s new “Did You Know?” campaign will go live in mid-August. This ongoing digital campaign will highlight the businesses, organizations, industries, and people that make York... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68463/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68463/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Understanding Our Roles and Strengthening York CountyLisa Hurley, Executive Director York County Development CorporationOne question we get from time to time is, “What’s the difference between YCDC, the York Chamber, and the York County Visitors Bureau?”It’s a fair question.Our offices are in the same building. We attend many of the... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68346/when-a-business-question-becomes-a-community-resource https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68346/when-a-business-question-becomes-a-community-resource Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000 When a Business Question Becomes a Community ResourceA Special Release from YCDC Lisa Hurley, CEcDExecutive Director, York County Development Corporation A recent business visit reminded me of something I have always appreciated about economic development: some of the most useful work starts with a good question.During a Business Retention and Expansion conversation... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68127/celebrating-national-homebuyers-month-with-york-county-development-corporation https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68127/celebrating-national-homebuyers-month-with-york-county-development-corporation Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Celebrating National Homebuyers Month with York County Development CorporationJune is National Homebuyers Month, a time to recognize the importance of homeownership and celebrate the partnerships that make it possible. At the York County Development Corporation (YCDC), we know that strong communities are built through collaboration, and homeownership remains one of... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68058/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/68058/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 A Monthly Update from YCDCLisa Hurley, Executive DirectorYork County Development CorporationOne of the questions that comes up regularly in conversations with businesses, site selectors, and within our own communities is simple: What types of industries are you trying to recruit to York County?It’s a fair question, and one worth answering... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67969/ycdc-team-attends-2026-nebraska-economic-developers-association-annual-conference https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67969/ycdc-team-attends-2026-nebraska-economic-developers-association-annual-conference Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The York County Development Corporation (YCDC) team recently joined economic development professionals from across Nebraska at the 2026 Nebraska Economic Developers Association (NEDA) Annual Conference, held June 10–12 in Kearney. The annual event brings together leaders, community builders, and industry experts to share ideas, discuss emerging trends, and strengthen the... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/67828/the-17county-podcast-showcases-businesses-while-promoting-york-county https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/67828/the-17county-podcast-showcases-businesses-while-promoting-york-county Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0000 The 17-County podcast by the York County Development Corporation (YCDC) will soon hit a major milestone: 150 published episodes. Since its launch in 2020, the podcast has grown with new technology, new countries reached, and countless new listeners. As of May 2026, the 17-County Podcast has more than 38,400 downloads,... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67729/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67729/a-monthly-update-from-ycdc Thu, 28 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 A Monthly Update from YCDCLisa Hurley, Executive DirectorEconomic development is often most visible when there is a ribbon cutting, a new business opening, or a project announcement. Much of the work that makes those moments possible happens earlier, through conversations, planning, partnerships, and follow-up.Over the past month, York County Development Corporation... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67553/why-national-rural-policy-conversations-matter-to-york-county https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67553/why-national-rural-policy-conversations-matter-to-york-county Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 When people think about economic development in rural communities, they often think first about local projects; housing developments, business expansion, workforce initiatives, infrastructure improvements, or entrepreneurship programs.Those projects are critical. They are also deeply connected to broader state and federal policies that influence how rural communities grow, compete, and access... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/67538/increasing-housing-inventory-is-a-key-step-toward-growth-in-york-county https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/67538/increasing-housing-inventory-is-a-key-step-toward-growth-in-york-county Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Housing is a challenge across the United States, with experts estimating a deficit of 4.7 million homes. Americans need access to enough housing inventory, as well as affordable homes and rental options. York County, Nebraska, isn’t exempt from the national housing crunch. In 2025, the county population grew by 4%... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67349/bradshaw-housing-development-celebrates-first-homes-with-community-open-house https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67349/bradshaw-housing-development-celebrates-first-homes-with-community-open-house Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Restoration project brings new life, new housing, and renewed momentum to the Bradshaw communityThe community is invited to celebrate an exciting milestone in Bradshaw with a special open house and ribbon cutting recognizing the completion of the first homes in the Bradshaw housing development.This project represents more than new housing—it... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67333/why-it-matters-the-work-behind-york-countys-growth https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67333/why-it-matters-the-work-behind-york-countys-growth Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Why It Matters: The Work Behind York County’s GrowthBy Lisa Hurley, Executive DirectorYork County Development CorporationEach year, as we recognize Small Business Week and Economic Development Week, it provides an opportunity to review what we do, and to put together a series of efforts to highlight our community.At the York... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67216/the-final-stretch-building-york-countys-workforce-future https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/news-archives/p/item/67216/the-final-stretch-building-york-countys-workforce-future Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Closing in on the Finish Line for York’s Workforce FutureBy Lisa Hurley, Executive Director, York County Development CorporationMomentum is building, and we’re getting close.The York Regional Workforce Development Center/Learning Center continues to move forward, and thanks to strong community support, we have now raised over $2.6 million locally toward this... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/67152/small-businesses-lead-to-big-economic-development-in-york-count https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/67152/small-businesses-lead-to-big-economic-development-in-york-count Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Economic development organizations support business attraction and retention efforts within communities. For many years, the focus of development teams across the country was attracting new businesses and bringing in major employers. While this is still a key goal for the York County Development Corporation (YCDC), the team is pivoting its... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/66902/york-county-is-building-its-workforce-with-career-days-and-leadership-courses https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/66902/york-county-is-building-its-workforce-with-career-days-and-leadership-courses Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 York County, Nebraska, continues to invest in its residents, helping them find jobs and grow careers through events and development courses. In early March, the York County Development Corporation (YCDC) hosted Regional Career Day, which combined a job fair with various speakers to share advice with high school students. March... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/66455/2026-employee-retention-trends-affecting-your-workforce https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/66455/2026-employee-retention-trends-affecting-your-workforce Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Talent attraction and retention remain major topics of discussion in the American workforce. Various surveys report that 75-81% of companies struggle to hire talent, which means retaining the current workforce is more important than ever.Struggles with hiring are also felt in York County. Many employers contact the York County Development... https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/66229/project-update-fairfield-inn-&-suites-showcases-york-county-momentum https://www.yorkdevco.com/news-and-media/p/item/66229/project-update-fairfield-inn-&-suites-showcases-york-county-momentum Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 Progress continues at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in York, and recent activity at the site highlighted more than just construction milestones—it underscored the power of regional collaboration and shared learning. In early January, York County Development Corporation (YCDC) welcomed Jonathan Jank and other leaders from Seward County for...