17 County

17 County

A podcast dedicated to the hidden voices of rural life, thriving small-town infrastructure and more in Nebraska. Brought to you by the York County Development Corporation.

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June 13, 2025 36 mins

Today’s guest is Jay Colburn, Vice President of Long Term Care Services at York General. Jay’s journey into healthcare leadership is rooted in a deep respect for community, quality of life, and the belief that aging should come with dignity, independence, and support. Under his leadership, York General is not only growing its facilities but also expanding the vision of what long-term care can and should be. From infrastructure inve...

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“Connecting Talent and Opportunity: The Future of Workforce Development” 

Today’s guest is Sam Witherby, a passionate advocate for workforce solutions and a key player on the team at CareerPathway.com. With strengths in outreach and community engagement, Sam helps connect individuals, businesses, and educators to a powerful digital platform that aligns talent with real-world opportunities. He brings insight into emerging workforce ...

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Beyond the Books: Libraries as Anchors of Community Advocacy, Access, and Innovation

Today’s guest is Deb Robertson, a dynamic force behind some of the most forward-thinking work happening in York. As Director of Kilgore Memorial Library, Deb is leading big-picture conversations, launching creative community projects, and turning bold ideas into action. From reimagining public space to building new partnerships and programs, her wo...

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Leading with Care: A Journey into Nursing and Community Leadership

Today’s guest is Heather Brahmsteadt, the Nursing Director of Med Surg at York General, is a leader whose career journey is rooted in purpose, growth, and a true passion for helping others. Through a series of experiences, challenges, and opportunities, she has built a career that touches countless lives every day. Her story is one of dedication, leadership, and con...

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From just next door, we chat with Madonna Mogul today: The Executive Director at the York Chamber of Commerce. Lover of the community, Mogul tells us about recent Chamber events, community changes, and some of her favorite milestones. 

 

Sponsors: York Public Schools, Southeast Community College

 

HOST:  Emily Perry

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www....

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From a new location to time and true community help and involvement, we dive deep with Avery Blum, Executive Director at York County Community Coalition. 

 

Sponsors: K-Junction/OPPD and Overland Ready Mixed 

 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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I’m here with Alex Saathoff, director at York County Visitor Bureau, for an update on what they got going on next door! 

 

Sponsors – Max Country/Kool Radio and York Medical Clinic 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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I’m here with Lisa Hurley, Executive Director here at York County Development Corporation, back for an update! 

 

Sponsors – Black Hills Energy and Kopsa Otte 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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I’m here with Katelin Rood, owner of local coffee shop, Mack’s Golden Grounds. Welcome to the podcast! 

Sponsors – Tall Grass, Union Bank and Trus

HOST:  Callie Hurley

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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I’m here with Emily Eggar, she is a York University Alum, a phlebotomist at York General, an assistant at Century House Chiropractic, and is also a volunteer firefighter and EMT with York Fire and Rescue! Welcome to the podcast! 

Sponsors – York University, PTUSA York 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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I am here with Michelle McClelland, she is a local photographer and business owner of The Photo Experience! Welcome to the podcast! 

Sponsors - Corteva Agriscience & Green Realty and Auction 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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January 1, 2025 27 mins

Callie speaks with Jeanne Simmons, she is a local business owner of Genie Fae Creative Connections and Workshop, and recently she won an award at the YCDC Spark contest! Welcome to the podcast!  

Sponsors: Collins Aerospace, York Public Schools

HOST:  Callie Hurley

 

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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Callie is here with Emory Conrad, she is a local young entrepreneur, owner of Goody Pop, and most recently, she won an award at the YCDC Spark contest! Welcome to the podcast! 

Sponsors – BluCor Construction Group LLC, JLC Incorporated and Jensen Lumber. 

 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

 

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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Today, we have Vini Pie joining us, he is an international student here at York University pursuing a degree in Business. Among other things, he is the YU FBLA President and is even a fellow podcast host, hosting Future Leaders Podcast at YU. Welcome to the podcast! 

 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

 

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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Today we have Jordan Klute joining us, among other things Jordan is the President of Klute Incorporated here in 17 County Nebraska, Welcome to the podcast! 

 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

 

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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My name is Callie Hurley, I will be the temporary host for Emily for a few months so I figured before I completely took over, I should start with interviewing her.  

Emily Perry is the York County Development Corporation - Development Coordinator. Emily Perry is the host of the 17-County podcast, but she will be out temporarily for maternity leave. Welcome to the podcast! 

 

HOST:  Callie Hurley

 

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Callie Hurley is the mornings in the country producer for the max country morning show! Callie is going to be the host for 17-County podcast while I am on maternity leave, so you’ll be hearing from her a lot! Welcome to the podcast! 

 

HOST:  Emily Perry

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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Today we have Brennan Cole joining our podcast! Brennan is the attendance monitoring program or ‘amp’ supervisor. Brennan also has been dubbed ‘the king of rec’ because he is very involved in local recreation activities! Thanks for joining us! 

 

HOST:  Emily Perry

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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York Elementary School is in need of some upgrades and principal Katie Burger and Early Childhood Education Coordinator Chelsey Klein are here to discuss the importance of early childhood education and why York Elementary needs this bond issue to pass in November.

 

HOST:  Emily Perry

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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Join today’s podcast as YCDC Executive Director Lisa Hurley as she sits and gives an update on what’s happening. From quality-of-life initiatives to small business work, YCDC has been busy! 

HOST:  Emily Perry

This podcast is produced by the York County Development Corporation.  For more information, please visit https://www.yorkdevco.com/. 

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