GROW SARPY

07/20/2026

We are excited to celebrate the launch of the AgWorks Corridor, a collaborative initiative led by Select Greater Omaha and the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development that brings together 11 counties across Nebraska and Iowa to strengthen the region's leadership in value-added agriculture.

Agriculture remains one of our region's greatest economic strengths, and this partnership will help attract investment, accelerate innovation, support business growth, and connect companies with the talent and resources they need to succeed.

We're proud to be part of a region that recognizes collaboration is one of our greatest competitive advantages. Congratulations to Greater Omaha Chamber / Select Greater Omaha, the Select Lincoln | Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development and all of the partners who helped bring this vision to life.

Learn more:

Discover the integrated agricultural value chain in the Midwest with AgWorks Corridor, supporting innovation, supply chain resilience, and industry growth in Nebraska and Iowa.

06/30/2026

We're excited to celebrate another major investment in Sarpy County! Congratulations to Scooter's Coffee on breaking ground on its new distribution center in City of Papillion.

It's especially rewarding to see a company that began right here in our community continue to grow and invest locally. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this project will have on our region for years to come!

Congratulations to Scooter's Coffee on the groundbreaking of their new 154,000 sq ft distribution center in Papillion! The facility is located not far from Highway 370 and Interstate 80 and will support about 330 Scooter’s locations in our region — about a third of Scooter’s 900 total locations. We are excited to be part of another step in the growth of Scooter’s Coffee, a company that originated right here in Sarpy County!

05/20/2026

Skilled trades are shaping the future of our workforce and it starts with opportunities like this!

We were proud to support the second annual trades event, bringing local students together with industry professionals to explore hands-on career pathways in the skilled trades. Events like these help students discover rewarding careers, connect with employers, and gain real-world insight into industries that keep our communities growing.

A huge thank you to all the partners, educators, and businesses who invested their time to inspire the next generation of talent. The impact on our students and our region’s future workforce is tremendous.

Platteview High School alumni Kory Kuszak (Class of 2003) and Makenna Bidrowsky (Class of 2022) recently returned to help inspire students during Grow Sarpy’s Construction and Trades Day.

From welding demonstrations with M.U.D. to cutting-edge construction technology with MCL Construction, students had the opportunity to explore hands-on career pathways directly from alumni working in the industry today.

We love seeing Trojans come home and help open doors for the next generation!

Read the story:
https://spcsne.org/alumni-and-trades-day/

04/22/2026

Today, nearly 100 high school students came out to Grow Sarpy’s annual Construction and Trades Day at the Sarpy County Fairgrounds —joining a strong group of industry, education, and workforce partners for a day of hands-on learning.

Students rotated through interactive stations with contractors, unions, and community colleges, getting a real look at career pathways, training programs, and apprenticeship opportunities in the skilled trades.

Throughout the day, one thing was clear: creating early exposure and real connections with industry professionals is key to helping bridge the skills gap.

The impact went beyond the employers involved. Students walked away with new insights to help shape their futures and a better understanding of the wide range of opportunities in the trades. Educators also saw the value in students connecting with peers from other schools and engaging directly with industry partners.

Events like this make a difference—building awareness, strengthening our talent pipeline, and opening doors to high-demand careers right here in our region.

A big thank you to all the schools, employers, unions, and education partners who helped make the day a success!

04/16/2026

We’re excited to highlight the impact this will have right here in our community.

This grant is a significant boost to our workforce and talent initiatives, especially as we continue growing programs like our Introduction to Construction & Safety Kits and, most importantly, Trades Day.

With Trades Day happening next week, we’ll be bringing together local high school students, construction companies, area colleges, and union partners for hands-on exposure to career pathways in the trades. It’s all about creating real connections, real opportunities, and a stronger talent pipeline for our region.

Opportunities like this help us keep building momentum, and we’re just getting started. Thank you, Meta, for selecting us as a grant recipient.