Schlegelmilch honored for Citizenship

The Center for Rural Affairs has announced recognition of outstanding people and businesses building strong and vibrant rural communities.
“Each year, we honor the rural champions who help us accomplish so much for rural America,” said Brian Depew, executive director. “This group of award winners has gone above and beyond to lay the foundation for a better rural future.”
Awards include:
Citizenship Award: Mitch Schlegelmilch, of Exeter
Schlegelmilch is board president of Greg’s Market, a community grocery store owned by the Exeter Investment Group. He testified in the Nebraska Legislature in support of a grocery store bill in spring 2024 and has worked with the Center to advance grocery legislation while advocating for his community and grocery store. Schlegelmilch has also participated in events hosted by the Center to spread the word about Exeter’s unique store operating model.
The Citizenship Award is given to an individual or individuals who actively participate in the civic process of creating public policy, and who work closely with the Center to advance public policies that strengthen family farms, ranches, and rural communities.
Awards will be presented to each recipient this spring.