NE Supreme Court visit offers students real-world lessons

Some lessons can’t be taught from a textbook. They have to be experienced.Last week in Aurora, students didn’t just learn about the judicial system, they watched it unfold, live and unscripted, as the Nebraska Supreme Court turned a familiar school theater into the highest courtroom in the state.

Area seniors take center stage as graduation season begins

Turning tassels. Tipping caps. Flipping the page.There will soon be a charge in the air, a blend of anticipation, pride and just a touch of nostalgia as graduation season arrives and our communities lean into one of their most meaningful traditions.This is more than ceremony. It’s a passage.

Open dialogue healthy in light of unsustainable EMS budget

Aurora received a clear message last week, not just from the roughly 150 residents who packed the Bremer Center, but from the numbers themselves.The city is facing a financial reality that cannot be ignored.

Playoff Baylor

If I’ve learned anything watching Baylor Scheierman play basketball over the past decade, it’s to never underestimate anything about his ability or competitive fire.This particular piece was basically written before the weekend, but No.

Another defining decision regarding future of EMS

Five years ago, Aurora faced a pivotal decision about the future of its ambulance service.Today, the community finds itself standing at a remarkably similar crossroads.In 2019, when Hamilton County stepped away from providing ambulance service, the community spoke clearly.

ANR profiles to focus on local candidates

Who are you going to vote for in the 2026 primary?If that question hasn’t quite risen to the top of your to-do list yet, you’re not alone. This year’s ballot may not feature the kind of high-profile races that dominate headlines, but the choices voters make will still carry real weight here at home.

Severe drought, spring winds leave no room for sparks

The message from Gov. Pillen is clear, and it could not come at a more critical time: stop burning.His executive order temporarily removing all local discretion on burn permits is not government overreach, but rather a necessary response to increasingly dangerous conditions across Nebraska.

ANR offers a fresh look at a topsy-turvy world

All one has to do is watch the news these days to feel like the world has gone a little topsy-turvy. So, in that spirit, this week’s ANR leans into the idea, just with a bit more intention, and hopefully a few more smiles.

‘Girl Dinner’ -- Food at its finest

After a long evening of post-work, household cleaning and productivity, I finally sat down to contemplate supper, or “dinner” as some opinionated individuals may call it.

Annual fundraising effort helps support ADC mission

Aurora Development Corporation is wrapping up our annual funding campaign, joining many other local organizations that kick off the year by investing in the future of our community.