Man vs. machine?

“All the chatter these days about artificial intelligence (AI) is enough to make my head spin, if not that of an entire generation of Boomers who still prefer a good old-fashioned face-to-face conversation.

Work on hotel project continues in background

Working in economic development I am often working on projects that develop and carry out over the course of several years.  For example, right now I am working on finishing up the initial development project at Mission Critical, south of Aurora, which was a project that started in 2022.

Pomp & circumstance

Graduation is a milestone that marks both an ending and a beginning -- a moment filled with pride, reflection and hope.

Planting seeds of giving

Around here, giving back isn’t just a nice thing to do — it’s part of who we are.That was clear again Sunday afternoon at the Bremer Center, where local teens in the Youth Engaged in Philanthropy (YEP) program wrapped up their year with a capstone ceremony.

Nazi flag incident a teachable moment and a painful image

Last week a disturbing photo of two Aurora students posing with a Nazi flag in a school locker room emerged on social media, sparking outrage across the community and beyond. The image — ugly and offensive — evokes one of the darkest chapters in human history.

1st Amendment protects free speech, even when it is jarring and hateful

by Daniel Gutman -- ANR guest columnistThere’s a saying among lawyers that “bad facts make bad law.” The idea is that courts respond to emotionally charged cases with overcorrections in the law. A similar theme applies to the First Amendment.

Rory’s epic win, reaction an instant Masters classic

You didn’t have to be a golf fan to enjoy Sunday’s drama amongst the Georgia pines. This one was epic; a win for the ages in a place that has created more than its share of historic sports moments.

Response to ‘classified’ letter

Dear Editor:This is my shortest letter to the editor ever (I’ll use LTTE in the future) is specifically addressed towards a recent LTTE by Leslie Johansen, titled “Classified or not classified”.

Disappointed in handling of Nazi flag incident

Dear Editor:As a former elementary school teacher who has a passion for American history and taught it when I had 5th graders, I have a great concern for what happened at the Aurora High School last week.

‘Lights & Sirens’

Hamilton County is tipping its hat this week to the brave men and women who answer the call when emergencies strike.