My grandpa often tells stories about our family history, including the little town that once stood where his grandfather established a homestead in 1877. I began to wonder how many other ghost towns once dotted the Nebraska prairie, now simply mysteries on the map. Turns out, every single county across the state has lost a piece of history, a community that was instrumental in establishing Nebraska.
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.
Kristen Sindelar
Agriculture Reporter
