Governor Pete Ricketts accepted a major economic development award on behalf of the State of Nebraska. Area Development magazine—considered to be the leading executive magazine covering corporate site selection and relocation—presented Nebraska with the Silver Shovel Award for 2019. "Today is further proof that Nebraska is one of the best places in America to invest and do business," said Governor Ricketts. "The Silver Shovel Award demonstrates that we continue to succeed at attracting great employers and creating quality, high-paying jobs for hardworking Nebraska families...
