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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.

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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
CourthouseSuperior 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 ClubCart 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
                       Tennis Courts

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520 East Tenth Street - P.O. Box 187- Superior, Nebraska  68978
(402) 879-3281 phone - (402) 879-3401 fax - or email us

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