Jon Vanderford

The Happy Jack Chalk Mine Association is working on plans to bring a "Hill Hiker" to the area to transport visitors to the top of the hill, along with plans for a new visitor center near the highway.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KOLN) - Nebraska’s official state celebration returns for its 62nd year with 10 days of rodeo, concerts and family activities.

WYMORE, Neb. (KOLN) - The Tractor Relay Across Nebraska returned for another year, bringing drivers together for a journey as much about memories as miles.

BROCK, Neb. (KOLN) - A non-denominational chapel built from local limestone stands as a focal point in Coryell Park in Nemaha County.

A historic building that once served as one of the longest-operated bars in the state now offers ice cream treats, sandwiches and antiques to visitors.

BROKEN BOW, Neb. (KOLN) - On the grounds around a red barn that serves as the visitor center for the Sandhills Journey National Scenic Byway, community members are preserving local history by restoring a one-room schoolhouse.

FAIRBURY, Neb. (KOLN) - Rock Creek Station State Historical Park preserves three significant chapters of westward expansion history at a single location south of Fairbury.

GERING, Neb. (KOLN) - Scotts Bluff National Monument features geologic formations dating back 20 to 30 million years, making it the largest exposure of geology in Nebraska.

NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KOLN) - The Golden Spike Tower provides visitors a view of Bailey Yard, the world's largest classification rail yard.

FRANKLIN, Neb. (KOLN) - The All-Nebraska Tractor Drive marked its 10th anniversary this year with dozens of tractors participating in the two-day event.