Originally the area now defined as Sherman County was inhabited by the Skidi band of the Pawnee Indians. In Pawnee the word "skidi" means wolf and was translated into the French word "loup" by early trappers. This is the name given to the three river watershed in central Nebraska. Sherman County was organized in 1873.

In addition to Loup City, the County Seat, Sherman County has several other towns; Ashton, Rockville, Litchfield and Hazard, all of which reflect a friendly, slow paced quality of life not often found in today’s modern world. Sherman County may not have many brand name fast food restaurants, but this is more than made up for in the many local cafes and eateries where food is prepared to your order and often comes garnished with a good natured chat. 

Hazard

Made famous in the song “Hazard” by Richard Marx on his album Rush Street in 1991 and the video starring Robert Conrad. Hazard is a small town with a big personality. It is located at the intersection of Highway 10 and Highway 2. For more information about the history of Hazard visit casde.unl.edu/history/counties/sherman/hazard/index.php

Additional Links:

• www.nctc.net/~hazard

Rockville

Another Sherman County gem is Rockville on Highway 58 south of Loup City. Jane's Tavern provides food in a comfortable setting and sponsors the annual Rockville Lobster Festival in August.

For more information about the history of Rockville: http://casde.unl.edu/history/counties/sherman/rockville/index.php

Litchfield

Litchfield is located on Highway 2 north of Hazard. The Litchfield Steakhouse is the local gathering point here.