Our country stands at an inflection point

Dear Editor:In the wake of the Charlie Kirk assassination there are many calling for unity. United we stand and divided we fall… but stand against what? Stand shoulder to shoulder with who? What fellowship does light have with darkness? Can two walk together unless they agree?

Kirk murder, reaction reflect troubling rift in America

I took a deep breath before sitting down to share thoughts on the horrific chain of events that gripped our nation last week. Days later, we as a nation are still left wondering how we arrived at this ugly moment in time, and more importantly, how we move forward.

Charlie Kirk was trying to bring faith back into political realm

Dear Editor:What a tragic week, losing Charlie Kirk, a leader desperately needed! Charlie was a man that brought the Christian faith back into the political realm, from which it should never have strayed.

ANR format revisions reflect accelerated pace of change

Change has always been part of the newspaper business. Just as local news reflects the times, so too does the way it is delivered and consumed.

Open dialogue on tough city budget issues a welcome change

Aurora city leaders have worked hard to avoid sending residents a dreaded “pink postcard” notice this year, and for that they deserve credit.

Real growth value a key economic indicator

When you work for a 15-member board of directors who check in periodically over the course of the month, it is very important to have a clear vision of what they expect you to be working on in the days and weeks around those meetings.

Focus on change

Change. It’s one of the few constants in life, and yet every time we go through it people often say “I wish things didn’t have to change.” Like it or not, whether it’s people, things or circumstances, life changes every single day.

Hamilton County valuations still rising, but at slower pace

Sticker shock has been the norm in recent years when the Hamilton County Assessor’s annual valuation report comes out. Last year’s increase of more than half a billion dollars in a single year was nothing short of jaw-dropping. This year’s total, though still record-setting, feels more measured.

From hospice to head of parade, Mom still inspires

She did it again.At 90 years of age, my mother continues to surprise me, filling our family with pride in ways I never expect. This past Saturday, she did it once more in a way that was both unexpected and deeply moving.

Parents can restore the fun of school sports for their kids

A somewhat startling statistic was revealed last week at the first-ever parents sports information meeting in Henderson held for the new H&H sports coop involving the Hampton and Heartland school districts.