Council approves liquor license for 37 Smokehouse LLC amid address confusion

The Holdrege City Council meeting on February 4, 2025, highlighted a significant step forward for local business as the council approved a Class 1 liquor license for 37 Smokehouse LLC. The decision came after a public hearing where no comments were raised against the application, despite some confusion regarding the establishment's address.

During the discussion, council members addressed discrepancies in the address listed on the liquor license application. Barbara Jensen, representing 37 Smokehouse, confirmed that they were awaiting clarification from the police department regarding the correct address. The council expressed confidence that the address issue would not hinder the approval process, emphasizing that the liquor license's description sufficiently identified the establishment.

In addition to the liquor license approval, the meeting also featured the annual report from the Holdrege Area Public Library. Cassie Ehrenberg, president of the library's board of trustees, and director Sierra Burrows presented a positive overview of the library's growth and community engagement over the past year, underscoring its commitment to providing valuable resources and services to residents.

The council's decisions reflect a proactive approach to supporting local businesses and community services, setting a positive tone for future developments in Holdrege.