NORFOLK, Neb. (KCAU) — A total of 32 candidate communities in Nebraska were looked into as possible locations that would be best suited for a next-generation nuclear reactor. One of the top 16 communities was in Norfolk.

Residents of Norfolk and the surrounding areas were encouraged to visit a Coffee and Conversation event to learn more about what nuclear energy looks like. The event took place on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lifelong Learning Center.

Specifically, Coffee and Conversation gave eventgoers the chance to speak with nuclear experts, utility representatives, and economic development professionals. Throughout these conversations, you could learn about and ask questions about the nuclear tech and overall study that brought Norfolk to the top 16.

That study

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