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Nexus Groundbreaking in Norfolk

Nexus Groundbreaking in Norfolk

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Northeast Community College in Norfolk held the official groundbreaking Thursday for the Phase One expansion of their vet tech and farm operations. The construction is part of their “Nexus” project which will enhance ag education and provide a trained workforce.

Tracy Kruse, associate vice president of development and external affairs, says their plans continue to evolve…

Kruse says they are still pushing to complete fundraising…

Kruse says the construction is only part of a much larger project…

Phase two of the project will add more ag classrooms, a greenhouse and an Innovation and Demonstration Center.

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