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Sometimes reuse projects and housing projects come from unexpected places. YCDC was thrilled to play a small role in the transformation of EpWorth Village campus to EpWorks, a workforce housing project. Original article posted by R.J. Post People who work need housing that works for them — even if they’re not in...Continue Reading

The York County Development Corporation (YCDC) is making it easier for residents to find new jobs in 2025. Whether you are ready to change careers or take the next step within your industry, the New Year, New Career event can help you.Here’s how it works: stop by one of eight...Continue Reading

Why York CountyLooking Ahead to 2025: York County's Vision for Growth and InnovationLisa Hurley, YCDC Executive DirectorAs we roll into 2025, York County is ready to keep the momentum going—building on growth, innovation, and a whole lot of community spirit. At YCDC, we’re laser-focused on development, retention, and recruitment—whether it’s...Continue Reading

Original Article by R.J. Post with York News-Times York has a housing gap, and it’s not difficult to define.For Lisa Hurley, executive director of the York County Development Corp., it’s the 542 housing units the community needs to build by 2030.For Nate Eldred, sales manager at Champion Homes and partner in...Continue Reading

The York County Development Corporation (YCDC) is excited to announce our 2025 New Year, New Career event—a perfect opportunity to connect job seekers with local employers and career opportunities in York County.This initiative aims to make it easy for individuals to explore current job openings in the area. Career packets,...Continue Reading

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December is often a time to reflect on the past year and the highs and lows that came with it. At the York County Development Corporation (YCDC), we use this month to confirm that we served our stakeholders to the best of our abilities. We want to confirm that we...Continue Reading

Why York County Update:Lisa Hurley, Executive Director, York County Development CorporationRepresenting York County Development Corporation (YCDC) at the national level is always an honor, but this year’s National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA) Annual Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, was particularly special. As the 2024 Conference Chair, I had the privilege...Continue Reading

York University partnered with ​York County Development Corporation (YCDC) once again to host a career fair and provide students with opportunities this fall. On November 12, area employers gathered on the York University campus to network with current students, as well as promote any job openings that they had. Taking...Continue Reading

 New site for ag education in York holds endless possibilities Melanie Wilkinson November 12, 2024YORK – The site for York Public Schools’ new agri-science center holds endless possibilities for the future.The location is a nearly two-acre plot which has been owned for many years by Corteva. It is located directly north of...Continue Reading

The York County Development Corporation (YCDC) is made possible through community investment. Stakeholders across all industries buy into YCDC and direct its efforts throughout the year. Whether you are an entrepreneur getting a new business off the ground or an enterprise executive, you have a voice in YCDC.“Your support is...Continue Reading

York, NE – The York County Development Corporation (YCDC) proudly celebrates the success of the 2024 SPARK Program, a dynamic event fostering entrepreneurial spirit and growth in York County. 2024 is the first year YCDC has been able to add this event to support our entrepreneurs. At the event, participants...Continue Reading

In celebration of National Manufacturing Day and month, the York County Development Corporation (YCDC) hosted two impactful events to highlight the vibrant manufacturing sector in our region.First, on October 4, 2024, YCDC’s Annual Manufacturing Day Tours took local high school upperclassmen and community leaders behind the scenes at three of...Continue Reading

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Klute, Inc. has been a staple of York County, Nebraska, since 1961. The company was founded in 1961 by Don and Janice Klute, who left their berry farm in Oregon to move back home to Nebraska. In the 63 years since, the company has brought on other family members (notably,...Continue Reading

Eleven people have graduated from this year’s 17-County Leadership Class.Graduates are Zach Crouch, Jill Swartzendruber, Oscar Spader, Emily Perry, Taylor Samek, Emily Peterson, Marcus Ruhl, Leila Luft, Jake Owens, Ellen Hansen and Eric Allgood.Click here to view the complete article.Continue Reading

York, NE. September 30, 2024:  The City of York is selected as the location for their next Fairfield Inn & Suites. The developer will break ground on Thursday, October 3, 2024, and anticipates an early 2026 opening. The four-story hotel will have 79 rooms, a Pool, and a Fitness center...Continue Reading

Tuesday morning, Mike McPuff, an artist from Fort Collins, Colorado, pulled up to the North Printing and Office Supply building – armed with a ton of spray paint and a vision. His task at hand is creating a colorful mural on the east side of the building, one the community...Continue Reading

Companies that want to move to York County or expand their operations within the region should consider the Northwest York Industrial Park, a brand-new space with 200 acres of room to support different industries.“The city is excited to talk with business leaders and site selectors about the lots available at...Continue Reading

In celebration of National Manufacturing Day, the York County Development Corporation (YCDC) is excited to announce its Annual Manufacturing Day Tours, taking place on October 4, 2024, from 8:30 AM to 12:45 PM. This educational event aims to showcase the diverse opportunities available in the manufacturing industry to upperclassmen from...Continue Reading

Why York County UpdateLisa Hurley, CEcDThe past couple of months have been an exciting time for York County and the York County Development Corporation (YCDC), marked by significant progress and the launch of new initiatives that underscore our commitment to economic growth and community development.In July, we proudly launched our...Continue Reading

We are thrilled to announce SPARK, an exciting new event designed to fuel entrepreneurial spirits and offer a platform for aspiring businesses and existing small business owners to pitch their ideas to resource leaders. Scheduled for October 25, 2024, at York University, SPARK promises to be a pivotal moment for...Continue Reading

For York University Students - This is your chance to connect with top employers right here in York County. Discover exciting positions, internships, and career paths tailored just for you. This Career Fair is designed to help students discover job and internship opportunities that may not be widely advertised and...Continue Reading