Howells offers small-town ease with thoughtful amenities and wide-open horizons. Set along Nebraska Highway 91, it gives residents a straightforward commute to Schuyler, Columbus, and West Point, with dependable road updates and travel resources from the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Families appreciate the strong academic and activity slate at Howells-Dodge Consolidated Schools, where school events double as community gatherings. Lifelong learning gets a boost from the local library’s programming, supported by the Nebraska Library Commission.
Weekends often revolve around the outdoors. Just north, Maple Creek’s reservoir and trails—managed by the Lower Elkhorn NRD—invite fishing, paddling, and wildlife watching. In nearby Columbus, the city’s parks system keeps calendars busy with sports and festivals; check schedules through Columbus Parks and Recreation. Quality healthcare is close at hand at Columbus Community Hospital. Civic services are straightforward through Colfax County and neighboring Dodge County, with county resources available via the Colfax County offices. Many residents find a sense of tradition at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, part of the Archdiocese of Omaha, which helps anchor community life.
Whether you’re drawn by walkable streets, school pride, or easy access to regional job centers, Howells balances quiet living with practical convenience. If you’re considering a move—or preparing to sell—Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate professional to guide every step.