Hello world; I’m Emma, your new ANR intern

As an 18-year-old who has been given a column space to write about anything I’d like, it would suffice to say that I’m a little nervous. So, I decided an introduction to who I am would be a great way to start.

Expanding term limits to 12 years makes sense in Nebraska

Among the many bills proposed by Nebraska lawmakers during the first week of the 2023 session one stands out as a logical change that could impact the body itself. Legislative Resolution 22CA, a constitutional amendment proposed by Norfolk Sen.

Truth too often getting lost in shades of gray

Is it the truth? That’s a pretty simple question, and an important one, though shades of gray seem to be blurring the line these days between fact, fiction, embellishment and outright lies.

A busy first week for new senator

Welcome to the Legislative District 34 news. I have spent my first week in the Nebraska Legislature getting to know my fellow colleagues and introducing my first legislative bill.

The numbers add up to optimistic outlook for 2023

Is the glass half full or half empty? Looking over the numbers of construction activity in our community this past year could send a couple of messages.

Walters changed the game for TV journalism

A journalism icon who often made the news while covering it died this week, stirring all kinds of tributes along with refreshed criticism about the way she did her job.

Economic Indicators Report offers snapshot

Each month Aurora Development Corporation sends out an Economic Indicators Report. This is a data graphic that shares a snapshot of what is happening in the City of Aurora and Hamilton County compared to the previous year in a variety of areas.

New Grand Island Casino could impact area in variety of ways

The energy at Fonner Park was palpable last week when the Grand Island Casino opened its doors, ushering in a new era of entertainment to central Nebraska.  As is the nature of the beast when it comes to gambling, however, there will be some winners and some losers over time.

New Year’s always a time for counting, pause and perspective

Let the countdown begin. New Year’s is a time for counting, tradition holds. Not just on New Year’s Eve, when us old(er) folks try to make it all the way to 10, 9, 8 at midnight, but throughout the week as we document Top 10 lists of all sorts.

2022 a year filled with highs, lows, heartache and growth

In a year filled with ups and downs, Hamilton County residents had a lot of positive things to read about in the year that ends Saturday at midnight.