Located on the Great Plains of the United States of America,
Nebraska is bordered by
South Dakota to the north;
Iowa to the east and
Missouri to the southeast;
Kansas to the south;
Colorado to the southwest; and
Wyoming to the west.
Nebraska gets its name from a
Chiwere word meaning "flat water,"
after the Platte River that flows through the state.
Two other rivers cross the state from east to west.
the Niobrara and the Republican.
Nebraska is split into two time zones.
The Central Time zone comprises the eastern half of the state,
while the western half observes Mountain Time.
In response to westward migration and the call for a trans-continental railroad Franklin Pierce signed the Kansas-Nebraska Act on May 30, 1854 creating the Nebraska Territory. The ensuing controversy over the location of the Territorial Capital in Omaha was not resolved until after
Nebraska became the 37th state on Mar 1, 1867.
WEATHER
Two major climates are represented
in Nebraska.
The eastern half of the state has a humid continental climate,
and the western half of the state has a semi~arid continental steppe climate.
Average annual precipitation decreases west to east from
about 31.5 inches (800 mm)
to about 13.8 inches (350 mm).
Snowfall across Nebraska is fairly uniform.
Most of Nebraska receives 25~35 inches
(650~900 mm) of snow each year.
Wide seasonal variations in temperature and precipitation occur,
although average temperatures are fairly even across the entire state.
Nebraska is situated in 'Tornado Alley' and
thunderstorms are common in the spring and summer months.
ECONOMY
Many companies from around the world have discovered that
Nebraska offers the ideal location,
quality workforce,
and positive economic environment for a wide variety of
industries and business endeavors.
Over 55 million people are located within a 500~mile
radius of Nebraska.
A balanced economic base and vast market potential have provided a
profitable home for 5 Fortune 500 Companies including Berkshire Hathaway,
Mutual of Omaha, and
Union Pacific Railroad.
The Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry
is a statewide federation of business firms and
organizations, both large and small,
dedicated to economic progress and the
preservation of a successful business climate.
The Chamber is governed by a Board of Directors,
60 leaders
representing over 2000 members --
individuals, businesses, industries, professionals,
including 60 chambers of commerce and 75 other
Nebraska associations with an underlying
grass~roots membership of more than 100 thousand persons.
Nebraska offers:
- Employees with an unmatched work ethic.
- Central location offering an integrated system of interstates, railroads, and airports.
- Industrial sites and buildings ready for immediate occupancy.
- A 100% public power system – the only state that offers this – providing electrical power at the lowest rates in the nation.
The largest portion of the state's labor force is employed in agriculture,
either directly or indirectly.
Agriculture has historically been the backbone of
Nebraska's economy,
with cattle, corn, hogs, and soybeans
leading the state's list of farm products.
SCHOOLS
The Nebraska State Board of Education is an elected,
constitutional body that sets policy and ensures that the
Nebraska education system functions effectively within the
framework developed by the state Legislature and the board.
By law, the board and the department have broad leadership
functions to carry out certain regulatory and service activities.
Their misson is to raise the level of academic achievement through planning,
policy formulation, and evaluation, including fiscal accountability,
that improves the quality of education accessible to all students.
University of Nebraska
is 1 university which conducts programs on 4 campuses.
It is governed by a Board of Regents whose members are elected
by Nebraska voters.
The University
continues to uphold the pioneering tradition
of Nebraska through
technology, rich education, and excellence in the fields of
information technology, medical research, bio~informatics, and agriculture.
The medical research facilities are focused on
making medical breakthroughs in cancer, AIDS, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Students can earn an undergraduate degree
in 4 years – guaranteed – provided they exercise
"prudent practices".
The 4~year guarantee for graduation relies on mutual commitment
from the student to follow a list of practical guidelines while
attending college, and from the university to ensure that
required courses or acceptable alternatives are available.
For more details please contact the
Nebraska Department of Education 
.
HOSPITALITY
Nebraska’s vacation possibilities
truly are endless. Whether you’re looking for a romantic B&B getaway,
an action-packed outdoor adventure, a family~friendly jaunt through
history, or something else entirely, Nebraska has it.
The Cornhusker State is positively packed with possibilities,
no matter what you’re into.
Discover everything unforgettable
about Nebraska.
Looking to take part in one of Nebraska's many festivals,
arts events, conventions, and more? You've come to the right place!
Taking your vacation on the road?
Travel for one day or for many,
a Nebraska road trip will prove
that getting there is half the fun.
Take some time to veer a bit off the beaten path,
along one of the state’s 9 byways or just off one of
the interstate exits.
Plenty of unique attractions, outdoor adventures,
and breathtaking views are waiting to be experienced
in the nooks and crannies of scenic Nebraska.
The Nebraska terrain ranges from hills, fields, woods
and creeks in the eastern region,
to the unique and beautiful sandhills in the north central,
to western region ranch lands including hay meadows,
clear rivers and much more.
No matter your preference or budget,
4 star accommodations or a night under the stars,
Nebraska has the right
place for you to stay.
Nebraska's finest bed and breakfast inns
offer the ideal accommodations for romantic getaways, honeymoons, weddings, business travelers,
meetings, conventions, family reunions, etc.
With a variety of abundant
wildlife for the outdoorsman in all regions of the state.
Nebraska is truly a sportsman's paradise!
Many inns cater to hunting and fishing,
furnishing everything from extra large freezers to dog kennels.
Nebraska's distinctive Inns adhere to the
highest standards of excellence in accommodations,
amenities, culinary delights, and guest services.
For more details please contact
Nebraska State Tourism.
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