Commentary

Letter to the editor

Letter to the editor

What made America great?

Dear Editor:With the celebration of our great nation comes the question, “What made us great?” Why do we see many people questioning the ‘greatness’ of our country? Recently I heard a poll was taken asking Democrats and Republicans if they thought our nation was great.
Readers write

Readers write

Community gives generously to Can-Care-A-Van

Dear Editor:June 23, 2026 was a very good day! The Hamilton County Food Pantry Board is most grateful for the charitable spirit of our county’s citizens.  The 10/11 Can Care A Van was in Aurora to benefit and, as in the past, support of our mission was evident all day.
Ron Burtz

Ron Burtz

Marking the American Revolution of ‘26

It’s a fascinating coincidence that on the eve of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, hosting of World Cup Soccer by the United States appears to have touched off a second American Revolution of sorts.
Kelsey Bergen

Kelsey Bergen

Trust, communication key to economic development

I read an article recently which pointed out that economic developers often explain their profession under the assumption that the listener is already knowledgeable about economic development and everything it entails.