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'''Verdigre''' is a village in [[Knox County, Nebraska|Knox County]], [[Nebraska]], [[United States]]. The population was 519 at the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]].
'''Verdigre''' is a village in [[Knox County, Nebraska|Knox County]], [[Nebraska]], United States. The population was 575 at the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]].

==History==
Verdigre was [[plat]]ted in 1887 shortly before the [[Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad]] was extended to that point.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.casde.unl.edu/history/counties/knox/verdigre/ | title=Verdigre, Knox County | publisher=University of Nebraska | work=Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies | access-date=August 18, 2014}}</ref> It took its name from nearby [[Verdigre Creek]].<ref>{{cite book|author=Chicago and North Western Railway Company|title=A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=OspBAQAAMAAJ&pg=PA133|year=1908|page=133}}</ref>

Verdigre was the site of a fatal injury during a [[professional wrestling]] tag team match on June 13, 1971, when Alberto Torres was hurt while competing against [[Ox Baker]]. Torres died of a ruptured appendix four days after being hurt.<ref>"Wrestler Dies After Professional Match", ''Los Angeles Times'', June 18, 1971, p.13</ref>


==Geography==
==Geography==
Verdigre is located at {{coord|42|35|47|N|98|2|3|W|city}} (42.596437, -98.034118){{GR|1}}.


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the village has a total area of {{convert|0.57|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|0.55|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is land and {{convert|0.02|sqmi|sqkm|2}} is water.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web |title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]] |access-date=June 24, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120112090031/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archive-date=January 12, 2012 }}</ref>
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the village has a total area of 0.6&nbsp;[[square mile]]s (1.5&nbsp;[[km²]]), of which, 0.6&nbsp;square miles (1.5&nbsp;km²) of it is land and 0.04&nbsp;square miles (0.1&nbsp;km²) of it (3.51%) is water.


==Demographics==
==Demographics==
{{US Census population
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As of the [[census]]{{GR|2}} of 2000, there were 519 people, 232 households, and 122 families residing in the village. The [[population density]] was 934.1 people per square mile (357.8/km²). There were 286 housing units at an average density of 514.7/sq&nbsp;mi (197.2/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 97.88% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.93% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], and 0.19% from two or more races.
|1890= 207
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|1910= 403
|1920= 528
|1930= 618
|1940= 556
|1950= 570
|1960= 584
|1970= 570
|1980= 617
|1990= 607
|2000= 519
|2010= 575
|2020= 554
|footnote=U.S. Decennial Census<ref name="DecennialCensus">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/decennial-census.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|access-date=June 4, 2015}}</ref>
}}


===2010 census===
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There were 232 households out of which 19.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 47.4% were non-families. 45.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 34.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.71.
As of the [[census]]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=June 24, 2012}}</ref> of 2010, there were 575 people, 246 households, and 126 families living in the village. The [[population density]] was {{convert|1045.5|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 287 housing units at an average density of {{convert|521.8|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the village was 96.3% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.9% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], and 1.7% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 0.2% of the population.


There was 246 households, of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% are [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.8% were non-families. 48.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 29.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 and the average family size was 2.74.
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In the village the population was spread out with 15.2% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 16.2% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 45.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 59 years. For every 100 females there were 83.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.0 males.


The median income for a household in the village was $21,667, and the median income for a family was $30,208. Males had a median income of $22,031 versus $12,708 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the village was $18,128. About 4.7% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 19.0% of those age 65 or over.
The median age in the village was 56.7 years. 15.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 14% were from 25 to 44; 26.3% were from 45 to 64; and 40.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 46.1% male and 53.9% female.

===2000 census===
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As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 519 people, 232 households, and 122 families living in the village. The population density was {{convert|934.1|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 286 housing units at an average density of {{convert|514.7|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the village was 97.88% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 1.93% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], and 0.19% from two or more races.

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There were 232 households, out of which 19.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 47.4% were non-families. 45.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 34.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.71.

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In the village, the population was spread out, with 15.2% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 16.2% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 45.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 59 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $21,667, and the median income for a family was $30,208. Males had a median income of $22,031 versus $12,708 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the village was $18,128. About 4.7% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 19.0% of those age 65 or over.


==Kolach Days==
==Kolach Days==
Verdigre touts itself as "The [[Kolach]] Capital of the world". A kolach is a pastry of Czech and Slovak origin, with a fruit center, usually poppy seed, prunes, cherries, or blueberries, somewhat similar to a Danish. During the summer , usually the second week of June, Verdigre hosts a huge festival celebrating the kolach and usually provides rides, tractor pulls, both duck and turtle races, live music, mud volleyball, kolach eating contests, and a variety of activities for the community. Verdigre crowns its annual Kolach Queen during this festival. Kolaches are sold in the local bakery and a variety of local wares and produce are available at outdoor stalls on Main street.
Verdigre touts itself as "The [[Kolach (cake)|Kolach]] Capital of the world". A kolach is a pastry of [[Czechs|Czech]] and [[Slovaks|Slovak]] origin, with a fruit center, usually poppy seed, prunes, cherries, or blueberries, somewhat similar to a Danish. During the summer, usually the second week of June, Verdigre hosts a huge festival celebrating the kolach and usually provides rides, tractor pulls, both duck and turtle races, live music, mud volleyball, kolach eating contests, and a variety of activities for the community. Verdigre crowns its annual Kolach Queen during this festival. Kolaches are sold in the local bakery and a variety of local wares and produce are available at outdoor stalls on Main street.
Beginning in 2007, the city will elect Kolach Royalty ( both King and Queen ) during the festivities.
The city elects Kolach Royalty ( both King and Queen ) during the festivities.

==Notable people==
*[[Pauline Davis (politician)|Pauline Davis]] - California state legislator
*[[William R. Schmidt]] (1889&ndash;1966) - major general in the [[United States Army]] during [[World War II]].


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[http://ci.verdigre.ne.us City website]
* [http://www.verdigre.org City website]
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Latest revision as of 18:25, 15 July 2024

Verdigre, Nebraska
Village
Downtown Verdigre: east side of Main Street looking north from 5th Avenue
Downtown Verdigre: east side of Main Street looking north from 5th Avenue
Location of Verdigre, Nebraska
Location of Verdigre, Nebraska
Coordinates: 42°35′50″N 98°02′08″W / 42.59722°N 98.03556°W / 42.59722; -98.03556
CountryUnited States
StateNebraska
CountyKnox
Area
[1]
 • Total
0.56 sq mi (1.46 km2)
 • Land0.55 sq mi (1.42 km2)
 • Water0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2)
Elevation
[2]
1,371 ft (418 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total
554
 • Density1,010.95/sq mi (390.65/km2)
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
68783
Area code402
FIPS code31-50370[3]
GNIS feature ID2400055[2]
Websitewww.verdigre.org

Verdigre is a village in Knox County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 575 at the 2010 census.

History

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Verdigre was platted in 1887 shortly before the Fremont, Elkhorn and Missouri Valley Railroad was extended to that point.[4] It took its name from nearby Verdigre Creek.[5]

Verdigre was the site of a fatal injury during a professional wrestling tag team match on June 13, 1971, when Alberto Torres was hurt while competing against Ox Baker. Torres died of a ruptured appendix four days after being hurt.[6]

Geography

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 0.57 square miles (1.48 km2), of which 0.55 square miles (1.42 km2) is land and 0.02 square miles (0.05 km2) is water.[7]

Demographics

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Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1890207—
1900200−3.4%
1910403101.5%
192052831.0%
193061817.0%
1940556−10.0%
19505702.5%
19605842.5%
1970570−2.4%
19806178.2%
1990607−1.6%
2000519−14.5%
201057510.8%
2020554−3.7%
U.S. Decennial Census[8]

2010 census

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As of the census[9] of 2010, there were 575 people, 246 households, and 126 families living in the village. The population density was 1,045.5 inhabitants per square mile (403.7/km2). There were 287 housing units at an average density of 521.8 per square mile (201.5/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 96.3% White, 1.9% Native American, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.2% of the population.

There was 246 households, of which 18.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% are married couples living together, 6.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 48.8% were non-families. 48.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 29.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 and the average family size was 2.74.

The median age in the village was 56.7 years. 15.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 14% were from 25 to 44; 26.3% were from 45 to 64; and 40.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the village was 46.1% male and 53.9% female.

2000 census

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As of the census[3] of 2000, there were 519 people, 232 households, and 122 families living in the village. The population density was 934.1 inhabitants per square mile (360.7/km2). There were 286 housing units at an average density of 514.7 per square mile (198.7/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 97.88% White, 1.93% Native American, and 0.19% from two or more races.

There were 232 households, out of which 19.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 4.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 47.4% were non-families. 45.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 34.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the village, the population was spread out, with 15.2% under the age of 18, 3.9% from 18 to 24, 16.2% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 45.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 59 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.0 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the village was $21,667, and the median income for a family was $30,208. Males had a median income of $22,031 versus $12,708 for females. The per capita income for the village was $18,128. About 4.7% of families and 10.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 2.9% of those under age 18 and 19.0% of those age 65 or over.

Kolach Days

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Verdigre touts itself as "The Kolach Capital of the world". A kolach is a pastry of Czech and Slovak origin, with a fruit center, usually poppy seed, prunes, cherries, or blueberries, somewhat similar to a Danish. During the summer, usually the second week of June, Verdigre hosts a huge festival celebrating the kolach and usually provides rides, tractor pulls, both duck and turtle races, live music, mud volleyball, kolach eating contests, and a variety of activities for the community. Verdigre crowns its annual Kolach Queen during this festival. Kolaches are sold in the local bakery and a variety of local wares and produce are available at outdoor stalls on Main street. The city elects Kolach Royalty ( both King and Queen ) during the festivities.

Notable people

[edit]

References

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  1. ^ "ArcGIS REST Services Directory". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved September 18, 2022.
  2. ^ a b U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Verdigre, Nebraska
  3. ^ a b "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  4. ^ "Verdigre, Knox County". Center for Advanced Land Management Information Technologies. University of Nebraska. Retrieved August 18, 2014.
  5. ^ Chicago and North Western Railway Company (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 133.
  6. ^ "Wrestler Dies After Professional Match", Los Angeles Times, June 18, 1971, p.13
  7. ^ "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 12, 2012. Retrieved June 24, 2012.
  8. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
  9. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 24, 2012.
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