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City	Holdrege
State	Nebraska (NE)
County	Phelps County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	40.440288
Longitude	-99.369822
Population	5,515
Density	503.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	68949
Area Code	308
County Seat	Holdrege
School District	Holdrege Public Schools

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About Holdrege, Nebraska

Holdrege is a locality in Phelps County, Nebraska, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,515. The population density is 503.5 people per km². Holdrege is located at 40.4403°N, 99.3698°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Holdrege is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 68949.

Holdrege commands a wide, expansive view of the prairie where the sky serves as the primary architect of the day. It lies 23.4 miles southwest of Kearney, NE (from Kearney, NE: bearing 220°T), and is situated 30.6 miles southeast of Lexington. The landscape around Holdrege remains defined by the subtle, persistent openness of the high plains, where the horizon stretches out as a thin, unwavering line. Just one mile away, the quiet passage of Sacramento Creek cuts through the earth, providing a modest break in the vast, flat terrain. Those looking for water can find the still, reflective surface of Moses Hill Lagoon seven miles to the distance, a point of calm in the otherwise agricultural expanse. On the furthest edge of the horizon, the faint, hazy outline of Union Ridge provides a reminder of the shifting geology that eventually rises toward the west.

Holdrege emerged from the expansion of the railroad, which acted as a pulse for the early development of the region. The local economy maintains a deep connection to the soil, with agricultural innovation and manufacturing forming the backbone of daily productivity. Farmers and workers here labor under a sun that turns the fields into a sea of gold during the harvest, marking the seasons with a rhythmic, quiet intensity. Holdrege continues to adapt its industries to the modern demands of the plains, ensuring that the legacy of those who first settled this land remains relevant. The town square remains a functional center of commerce, where the daily tasks of business are carried out with a steady, unpretentious focus.

The cultural character of Holdrege reflects a resilient spirit, grounded in the traditions of the Great Plains and a strong sense of neighborly cooperation. Residents often gather at South Park, a local green space that offers a place for recreation and community connection under the shade of mature trees. The town hosts seasonal events that bring the surrounding region together, fostering a sense of continuity that feels as solid as the ground itself. While the pace of life remains measured, the influence of figures like the legendary basketball coach Jack Hartman, who spent his formative years in the area, left a lasting mark on the local appreciation for discipline and team effort. The atmosphere here is one of quiet determination, where the quality of light at dusk transforms the prairie into a place of profound, austere beauty.

Nearby Outdoor Places

South Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 241° SW
North Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 340° N
Phelps County Historical Museum (Museum) — 1.6 mi, 340° N
Phelps County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 4.4 mi, 222° SW
West Sacramento Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.7 mi, 147° SE
Sacramento-Wilcox Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 127° SE
Kearney County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 12.2 mi, 100° E
Sandy Channel State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 15.5 mi, 360° N
Fort Kearney Historical Marker (Attraction) — 19.4 mi, 035° NE
Nebraska Wind Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 20.6 mi, 039° NE
Dobytown Historical Marker (Monument) — 22.0 mi, 051° NE
Harlan County Lake (Recreation Area) — 22.3 mi, 194° S
Harlan County Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 22.4 mi, 186° S
Vietnam Memorial (Monument) — 23.7 mi, 038° NE
Fort Kearny State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 24.0 mi, 052° NE
Kearney Area Childrens Museum (Museum) — 25.0 mi, 036° NE
Burlington and Missouri River Railroad Historical Marker (Monument) — 26.0 mi, 057° NE
Dawson County Historical Museum (Museum) — 30.2 mi, 321° NW
Franklin County Museum (Museum) — 32.1 mi, 136° SE
Gibbon Heritage Center (Museum) — 34.7 mi, 052° NE
Hall County Waterfowl Production Area (National Wildlife Refuge) — 41.9 mi, 059° NE · 642 acres
Big Bird House (Attraction) — 46.6 mi, 076° E
Majestic Theatre (Cinema) — 47.3 mi, 177° S
Prairie Dog State Park (State Park) — 52.6 mi, 215° SW
Art Center (Arts Centre) — 53.3 mi, 078° E
Geographic Center of the Contiguous United States (Attraction) — 59.4 mi, 135° SE
Hornady Marshall Auditorium (Theatre) — 60.7 mi, 059° NE
Mall 7 Cinemas (Cinema) — 62.1 mi, 056° NE
Frager Field (Historic Ruins) — 68.3 mi, 090° E
Road Ranches along the Platte Historical Marker (Attraction) — 70.0 mi, 306° NW

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