Founded in 1883, it was named after railroad magnate George W. Holdrege. It is the county seat of Phelps County. Becton Dickinson has a large injection molding plant here for the production and sterilization of largely diabetic syringes. Artistic Woven Labels produces millions of labels daily for the clothing industry. They support major labels as well as custom runs.
Total production is on-site, from design to final weaving on giant looms.
They are the second major employer in the area. Allmand Brothers produces a line of portable lights with generators which are often used for emergency lighting. This company is one of the cities fastest growing industries. We welcome you to come visit, look in our stores. If you are looking for a place to live, the search may be over.