Superior's History
In 1871, at the age of 22, William Louden arrived at the Republican River and after scouting the area decided to settle here, because the land was "superior." Louden's log cabin was Superior's first home, Post Office and general store. The town grew quickly due to expansion of the railroad, and Superior became home to many well-respected individuals including George Scoular, founder of Scoular Grain; and Evelyn Brodstone who became the world's highest paid female executive of her time. In her later years Brodstone married Lord William Vestey and resided at Kingswood Castle in London. After her death, Lady Vestey's ashes were sent back to Superior for interment, making her the only nobility to be buried in the state of Nebraska. Each year, during the Memorial Day weekend, Superior celebrates its Victorian heritage and pays tribute to a remarkable woman who was also one of it's greatest benefactors.
In 1928, Evelyn Brodstone Vestey and her brother Lewis Brodstone donated funds to build a hospital in Superior in memory of their mother Mathilde, who was an advocate of local healthcare. Hailed as the finest hospital serving a town the size of Superior, Brodstone Memorial Hospital provided quality care to those in need - regardless of their ability to pay. The tradition of medical excellence in that 25-bed hospital has carried on through the years and Brodstone Memorial Hospital grew with the community.
In 1966, the residents of Nuckolls County approved a bond issue to increase the size of the hospital. In 1978, the 49-bed structure wasHospital renamed - Brodstone Memorial Nuckolls County Hospital, a name which reflects the commitment of the area in which it serves.
In 1994, the hospital improved its parking area, expanded central supply, and added an ambulance garage. In 1995, a new Emergency Department was added to the hospital which helped to increase efficiency and response time for the staff.
Today, Brodstone Memorial Hospital continues to grow. In 2005, a 5.4 million dollar project was completed which provided for new areas for the business office, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, ultra-sound, mammogram, and the gift shop. Departments with remodeled areas include the bone density room, specialty clinic area, doctor's dictation room, laboratory and phlebotomy room, and central supply on the first floor. Second floor construction provided for a 13 room surgery suite which includes 2 major operating rooms, endoscopy room, new pre-operative area, post operative recovery area, and storage areas. The nurse's station area includes a doctor's dictation office, nurse's charting room, central supply area, medication preparation room, nurse's lounge, several administrative offices and storage. Eighteen patient rooms were remodeled to be private rooms with four being handicap accessible.
Three Sister Oak Tree Recently a Sleep Lab was opened at Brodstone Memorial Hospital. A sleep technologist is on staff full time. A
safe, quiet environment with the latest technology is available for these studies.
Primary care clinics have been added in the communities of Nelson and Edgar, providing healthcare services
close to home.
August, 2009 Brodstone Memorial Hospital broke ground for a new clinic and a MRI/CAT scan suite. This 8.2 million dollar project is due to be completed in the Fall of 2010. With this project, the new clinic will be attached to the hospital with the entrance on the northwest end of our campus. Ample parking will be located across the street north. Our patients will enjoy a new admissions area for all services, with two new waiting rooms adjacent to the Specialty Clinic area for visiting physicians. Lab facilities for the clinic and hospital will be combined conveniently located next to the clinic. We will also be bringing a new service in-house, MRI, and upgrading the CAT scan. Home Health and Mental Health services will be relocated to the current Superior Family Medical Center building.
Chamber Business
Superior has a very active Chamber of Commerce. With over 125 members, the Chamber is a great networking source for area businesses. The Chamber works collectively with the City of Superior and Superior's Economic Development Council to promote growth and stability in the County.
Nuckolls County
Courthouse Superior is located in Nuckolls County - a progressive rural, agricultural community. The County's 5,400 residents take great pride in caring for their corner of the world. The county seat is located in Nelson - 13 miles north of Superior.
Schools
Superior Public Schools, K-12, is designated as a Nebraska Class C2 school and has an excellent academic reputation. Students participate in many extra-curricular activities including FFA, FCCLA, Student Council, football, volleyball, cross county, basketball, wrestling, track & field and boys & girls golf. Superior's younger youth are also encouraged to participate in Superior's spring Track Club, winter YMCA basketball leagues, flag football, gymnastics, t-ball, softball, baseball, Boys & Girls Scout Troops, and many more organized activities.Recreation
Lovewell Lake State Park, seven miles south of Superior, is a great place for fishing, camping and just relaxing. Lake amenities includes a marina, boat ramps, boat rentals, camping with electrical hook-ups, picnic shelters, play ground, and cabins. 
Superior's City Park has a playground, band shelter, picnic shelter, and swimming pool with handicap facilities. The Nuckolls County Museum is also located near the park.
The Lincoln Park, located on the west edge of town offers camping facilities, a horseshoe pitching area, sand volleyball courts, picnic shelters, and children's play equipment.
The Crest Theatre shows first-run movies in its double theatres. Crest also offers a wide selection of movie rentals.
The Superior County Club has a beautiful nine-hole, grass green, course. Country Club Cart rentals are available and golfers are invited to relax in the Club House after a challenging round of golf.
Other recreational activities in the area
include: Golf Driving Range, Community Track, Softball/Baseball Fields, Wildlife/Hunting, Bowling Alley, Recreation Rink, and Tennis Courts.
For more information, visit the Superior Community Website.
