Plant Your Roots

DISCOVER the lifestyle in ord & valley county, NE

Pursue Your Passion

learn about career and entrepreneurial opportunities

Play with Purpose

adventure for the young & young at heart

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Live

Plant your roots here and live the good life.

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Work

Pursue your career or entrepreneurial venture. 

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Play

Make a whole lot of memories here.

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Give

Share your time, talent and treasure to support and grow our community.

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Chamber of Commerce

Discover membership benefits, business resources, promotions and events.

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Economic Development

Learn about available sites, business resources and incentives to help start, expand or transition your business.

Explore Ord

We may be biased, but those who live, work, play and give here in Ord and Valley County really are living The Good Life. Here we have welcoming neighborhoods, abundant career opportunities, plenty of spaces to play and fulfilling philanthropic opportunity.

But don’t take our word for it, click the button below to learn more about the lifestyle in Valley County and keep scrolling to read what our community members are saying.

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Community Partners

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What Our Community Is Saying

“I knew in my heart there was no other place to call home than coming back to my hometown of Ord. My heart was here.”

Kasi Bodyfield

Pharmacist / Anderson Pharmacy

“This is a great community to raise a family. We have everything a city has to offer, such as medical services and educational opportunities, but on a smaller scale with a slower pace.

JANE JOHN

RETIRED BUSINESS OWNER / LOCAL VOLUNTEER

“I still can’t imagine raising my young children anywhere other than Ord. I look forward to watching them grow and hopefully becoming future members and leaders of this community.”

Camerin Schimenti

Ord Resident

Calendar of Events

From Chamber business events to community festivals, take a look at what’s going on in Valley County.

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Blog

2023 WinterFest Full of Holiday Spirit

2023 WinterFest Full of Holiday Spirit

The holiday season is officially in full swing, which means WinterFest is almost here!  WinterFest is an annual event sponsored by the Ord Area Chamber to encourage shopping local and most importantly, celebrate commUNITY.  Here’s a look at all the...

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2023 Holiday Shopping Guide

2023 Holiday Shopping Guide

It’s holiday shopping season! Whether you’re looking for gifts for friends or family, local area business have just what you need. Shopping local has never been more important. Instead of traveling to the big cities, check out the offerings at these Ord Area Chamber...

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November Chamber Spotlight- The Florette

November Chamber Spotlight- The Florette

The history that lies within a town is what can set it apart from the rest.  The buildings, the stories, and the characters of past years, all contribute to the legacy and vibrancy of a community.  Sometimes, the hardest legacies to keep alive are the long-standing...

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