A’ROR’N Days gives community reason, opportunity to celebrate

It’s time for a party, Aurora style.
The last weekend in June has become a must see and do event here in Hamilton County, a gig anyone with ties past or present to this community marks down on the calendar months ahead of time.
A’ROR’N Days epitomizes what a small-town celebration looks like, and in fact creates a scene, especially before during and after the Saturday parade, that resembles a Normal Rockwell painting. Beg your pardon if that narrative seems a bit over the top, but from my perspective it’s an accurate description of the vibe and visuals of the day.
Let’s face it, our world seems a bit twisted these days, with daily headlines from around the nation and globe that leave us scratching our heads. I’ve said many times before that it’s a blessing to be facing some of the challenges of our time here in Hamilton County, where folks tend to take a common-sense approach to life that seems lacking elsewhere. 
There is a lot to be thankful for in our little corner of the world and what better way to celebrate those ties and traditions than to have a giant party. Last year’s version of A’ROR’N Days was extra special coming off a one-year pandemic pause, though my hunch is that we’re every bit as much in need of a little pause and perspective this year as in 2021.
And oh by the way, former Huskies, friends and family members returning to Aurora for the annual A’ROR’N Days celebration may notice a lot of changes in the old hometown. To Husky graduates back for their reunion and other guests visiting Aurora this week, we invite you to take some time and look around. There is an awful lot of visible progress in Aurora and Hamilton County. 
Topping that list is the massive construction zone on the west edge of town, where the new Streeter Subdivision is rapidly revamping the landscape. In case you haven’t heard, Aurora received a $1 million Rural Workforce Housing grant last year, priming the pump for a 60-lot subdivision now coming into view just west of 1st Street. There are eight townhomes already under construction on Capital Avenue, with another eight planned just across the street. Streets and infrastructure are already in place, building hope and expectation that new housing will go up quickly in the year ahead. Affordable housing is a hot commodity in towns large and small across the state and with this new subdivision Aurora is primed and positioned for future growth.
The A’ROR’N Days agenda is chock full of activities, as always, and our community looks forward to rolling out the red carpet and having a good time. Whether you are a lifelong native, a Husky alumni or first-time visitor, Aurora welcomes you.
Kurt Johnson