There are a lot of murals in Downtown Kearney that make for great photo ops. Come on down, find these murals, snap a pic and post them to social media with #downtownkearneymurals. The Lincoln Highway mural by Impact Art in June 2016 is located on the south wall of Garrett’s Tires at 18 W. 25th[…]
It’s National Small Business Week! The Small Business Administration has been recognizing entrepreneurs and small business owners since 1963 and this year is no different. We want to especially honor them this year as they persevered through the unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 health crisis. This week is dedicated to recognizing the outstanding[…]
The Nebraska Passport program starts today and Downtown Kearney’s very own Buffalo Records, a record store located at 19 E. 21st Street that specializes in the social experience of music from vinyl to live shows, is one of the 70 stops. They’re looking forward to seeing folks from near and far.
Downtown Kearney is always happy to welcome new businesses, because it means people are investing in the district. Scott Klone has brought a new hangout to the Bricks called Brix located at 14 E. 21st Street which is a watering hole featuring signature drinks such as the THE KILN, 1915 and The Bricks to show[…]
The Kearney Hub’s Reader’s Choice awards were announced over the weekend and we’re thrilled to share with you the ones in Downtown Kearney: Automotive The Dent Popper – Bedliner Shop Best Professional Bartender – Jordan Colling from Copperfields, Hair Stylist – Mindy Gronewaller from Black Diamond Salon, Mortgage Lender – Laura Bailey from First National[…]
By Mary Jane Skala Hub Staff Writer KEARNEY — It’s been two months since Jesse Jacobs opened The Brickwalk Gallery, an art gallery at 2008 Ave. A downtown, but he’s already making a splash in Kearney’s art world. “A local Kearney art gallery has been dreamed about, investigated and talked about in many art circles[…]
Rooted Plant Company in Kearney wants to turn everyone into ‘plant people’
Business Feature Feb 06, 2021
Kearney Hub Staff Write Tiffany Stoiber KEARNEY — Abbie Castaneda pictured plants behind the large glass garage doors when the building was still just a barbecue joint. “We would drive by this place all the time and I would want them to put it up for sale,” she said of the spot at 25th Street[…]
‘Revitalizing Central Avenue’: Planned MONA expansion to bring new opportunities, new look to Downtown Kearney
Buildings Jan 07, 2021
Tiffany Stoiber Hub Staff Writer KEARNEY — The northern gateway to Downtown Kearney is set to get a brand-new welcome sign with the Museum of Nebraska Art planning a 16,000-square-foot expansion along Central Avenue. MONA announced Wednesday afternoon that it is forming plans to expand the museum and renovate 25,000 square feet of its existing[…]
New downtown Kearney coffee shop fills ‘The Cup’ with java, alcohol, Italian soda and more
Buildings, Business Feature Dec 17, 2020
Erika Pritchard Hub Staff KEARNEY — Kearney entrepreneur and investor Alissa Kern-Pierce and her husband Ryan Pierce hope to fill their customers’ cups at their new coffee and alcohol bar. Literally, the couple fills cups with coffee, Italian soda and smoothies, and soon will serve alcohol at The Cup, 12 E. 21st St., in downtown[…]
Erika Pritchard Hub Staff KEARNEY — Small businesses support the community year after year, said Kearney Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Derek Rusher. “Now it’s time for our community to answer the call and go out and shop,” he said. That is the message Rusher is sending to Kearney area residents this holiday season.[…]
