Welcome to Thurston County, Nebraska. The villages of Pender and Thurston have a longstanding common interest of seeing our communities thrive. Located only 5 miles apart, our histories have been linked over the life of both communities. However, much more than location links our communities. We also share a school district, a chamber of commerce, and many community organizations claim both towns as their home.
Conveniently located 40 minutes from Sioux City, IA and 90 minutes from Omaha, NE, our area provides the serenity of small town life combined with the convenience of being a short drive away from larger communities. Area employers include six manufacturing companies, local retail outlets, and restaurants. Service oriented companies including construction contractors, insurance agencies, and the local hospital also employ a large number of residents.
This web site is intended to be a resource used by current residents of the community, anyone who may be planning a visit, and those who are looking for a great place to live, work, and raise a family!.
