SpongeBob a surprise hit

Energetic fun. That’s how I would describe Aurora High School’s production of The SpongeBob Musical last week, a feel-good experience that surprised me and likely a whole lot of spectators who weren’t quite sure what to expect from a Nickelodeon production.

ADC helping track NE bills related to business

As we move through February and into March each year, it is important to revisit the fact that the Nebraska Legislature is in session and touch base on how decisions made at the state level impact businesses at the local level.

Without God we are a lost society

Dear Editor:I may not be able to debate the issue Mr. Willem brought up about chaplains (LB549-FYI, does NOT displace counselors) from a technical perspective, but I want to share from my heart.  Back in 1963, 22 words were removed from the public school in America.

‘Snow cone blizzard’ a true test of character

If you don’t like the weather in Nebraska, just wait a day, or sometimes just a few hours. Life-long natives have heard that line for years, and it couldn’t be more accurate, especially in early spring. But last week’s storm threw even the most seasoned Huskers for a loop.

Go Big Red & Blue

In Aurora, pride runs deep in shades of red, thanks to the hometown Huskies and Nebraska Cornhuskers. But lately, there’s been a new color that’s hard to miss — Hamilton Telecommunications’ branded blue.

Extracurricular activities well worth time, spotlight

Extra! Extra! Curricular.The name of ANR’s new special section, debuting this week, is in itself a shout-out to area students who deserve a little time in the spotlight.That was the goal behind a project that started with a brainstorming session months ago.

Cheers to Bearcats

The root word of cooperative (as in “sports cooperative”) is cooperation, defined as “the  act of working together with someone” usually with a common, mutually beneficial goal.

Keep DST for sunshine and for the swings

The twice-yearly debate about changing clocks to “spring forward” and “fall back” comes down to three simple words in my dictionary — play more golf!Everyone seems to have an opinion on Daylight Savings Time (DST).

Donors investing in futures

For students planning their next steps after high school, the rising costs of education can feel overwhelming.

Standing up for school counselors in Nebraska

Dear Editor:In Mr. Lippincott’s editorial published March 5th, I was disappointed to see another attempt to replace school counselors with school chaplains. I was surprised because the wording of the bill, LB 549, doesn’t specifically target this occupation.