The small village of Thedford is the county seat of Thomas County, Nebraska. Thedford was formed in 1887, when the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad extended its tracks to the region. Many of its earliest settlers came hoping to claim 160 acres of free land, but this proved to be inadequate, as the soil was not suitable for cultivation. In 1904, the Kinkaid Act increased the land allotments to 640 acres, which allowed for ranching. When Thedford was incorporated in 1914, its population was 138, not much different than it is today. It is believed that the town was named for Thedford, Ontario, Canada. Thedford is located near the intersection of US Highway 83 and State Highway 2, southeast of Seneca and Mullen, and northwest of Natick, Halsey, and Dunning, while Stapleton is to the south.
 
 
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Midwest Partitions Incorporated
Headquartered in Thedford, Nebraska, MWP is a specialty contractor providing metal stud framing, drywall, fireproofing, exterior insulation and finish systems, and acoustical ceilings. A profile of the company and portfolio of its work are featured.
http://www.midwestpartitions.com/
Established in 1962, the business manages and distributes a line of livestock equipment at its facilities in Thedford, Nebraska, and serves as a national distributor for other products, some made specifically for Pearson. Its location, products, and a list of dealerships are presented.
http://www.pearsonlivestockeq.com/
Situated along Highway 2, the Thedford, Nebraska motel features forty-two units, with various arrangements that are described here, along with a list of amenities, and contact data.
http://www.roadsideinn.net/
Maintained for the alumni of Thedford Community High School and Thedford High School, the site offers historical information, board members, photographs, and other resources. Former students or faculty may register, add their own information, or update their information.
http://www.thedfordalumni.com/
The official county government site offers information about county services, programs, departments and offices, including contacts, meeting schedules, and agendas. Election results and public notices are published to the site.
http://www.thomascountynebraska.us/
Upper Loup Natural Resources District
Headquartered in Thedford, Nebraska, the Upper Loup NRD is an environmental organization that seeks to conserve and manage natural resources within eight counties in the Sandhills area. Its services, products, and educational programs are featured.
http://www.upperloupnrd.org/