Paxton is a small village in Keith County, Nebraska. The community was originally known as Alkali, for its alkaline soil, but its name was changed to Paxton in 1885, named for a prominent local rancher. The village’s first permanent settler was Edwin Searle, a telegraph operator for the Union Pacific Railroad. He lived in a tent south of the tracks until the railroad company brought in a 4x6-foot wooden building that was used as a depot and living quarters. In its early days, Paxton saw a lot of traffic, as the Homestead Act had opened up large portions of the land to settlement. In October of 1875, seven railcar loads of emigrants passed through each day for a week. A bridge was built across the South Platte in 1886 and, by 1890, Paxton had a depot, water tower, windmill, bank, school, ten businesses and a dozen houses scattered around the area. Many moved away during the 1890s, due to a drought that lasted a decade. Paxton is north of Interstate 80, east of Roscoe and Ogallala, and west of Sutherland and Hershey.
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A profile of the winery in Paxton, Nebraska is put forward, with details of its wines, locations where its products may be purchased, a calendar of events, directions, and hours of operation. Photographs and contact information are included.
http://www.5trailswinery.com/
Ole’s Big Game Steakhouse & Lounge
Established in 1933, the restaurant is located at the I-80 exit in Paxton, Nebraska. Its history, menu, and information about its banquet accommodations and catering services, area amenities, and hours of operation. Promotional items may be purchased online.
http://olesbiggame.com/
Paxton New Life Lutheran Church
Affiliated with the Missouri Synod of the Lutheran Church and the North American Lutheran Church, the congregation meets at its facilities in Paxton, Nebraska. Its location, Sunday worship service schedules, and pastoral contacts are featured. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.paxtonnewlife.com/
The full-service realty company also offers auction services. Located in Paxton, Nebraska, the company’s listings are highlighted, along with an auction calendar, office location, hours, and announcements.
http://www.schowrealty.com/
