In September 2025, Nex-Tech’s RLF loaned $50,000 to Nicholas and Crystal Bennison to bring their dream restaurant to life. Here’s how things are going:
Nex-Tech Investment Impact – Waldo Tavern
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Growing in Leadership Through the Nex-Tech Way
Melissa Lindenman is the Accounting Supervisor at Nex-Tech, where she has invested more than 25 years supporting finance, accounting, and billing operations. In this piece, she reflects on leadership growth, the impact of community involvement, and how the Nex-Tech Way empowers employees to grow, serve, and make a lasting impact.
Nex-Tech Powers Learning at FHSU
As a current Fort Hays State University student, my college experience has benefited from the technology I have access to, which is directly supported by Nex-Tech’s high-speed fiber internet.
Nex-Tech and CoBank Donate $30,000 to Youth Development in Kansas
As part of CoBank’s Sharing Success program, Nex-Tech donates $30,000 to support youth in northwest Kansas
My Volunteer Experience with Nex-Tech Economic Development
My name is Dauda Bangura. I recently graduated from Fort Hays State University.
On November 24, 2025, I volunteered with Nex-Tech and had the opportunity to work with Mr. Friday Otuya, who is the Community Engagement Specialist. During that day, I had the opportunity to visit two cities in central and northwest Kansas.
Nex-Tech Loans $75,000 to Launch Co-Working Hub in Russell, KS
LENORA, KS, February 10, 2026 – Nex-Tech has made a $75,000 loan to support Bricks Co-Working Hub, a new business and community space in Russell, KS. Bricks will operate open workspaces, office rental, conference room rental, virtual office services, and provide a space for collaboration and creativity in the downtown business district of Russell.
Another Cool Way Nex-Tech is Investing in Kansas Communities
Just a quick reminder that Nex-Tech is always investing in our rural communities and supporting small local businesses all across our region. These partnerships not only help towns grow but also show how, as a cooperative, Nex-Tech is invested in making a difference in the local economy by supporting vital businesses.
Closing Out Our Clayton, Herndon, & Kirwin Projects with KOBD
Nex-Tech has provided world-class technology and telecommunications (now broadband) services to the rural communities of Kansas for 75 years. Our team works with small towns to identify locations that need technology services. We work together to develop grant applications, construct the network, and finally maintain the network we build so it’s sustainable.
Things I have Learned on my Internship with Nex-Tech
Nex-Tech hosts several interns each year at both the high school and college level in partnership with Nex-Generation Round-Up for Youth’s internship program. Internships serve both students and companies. Students receive valuable real-world experience in the workplace, work alongside tenured employees, participate in projects, and gain insight into the jobs available here.
Nex-Tech Loans $24,000 to Launch Occupational Therapist Practice in Colby, KS
LENORA, KS, December 30, 2025 – Nex-Tech has made a $24,000 loan to support Empower Health, a new occupational therapy practice in Colby, to serve the rural communities of northwest Kansas.