One year later, stakes rising over Putin’s land grab strategy

One year later, conflict rages on the other side of the world as Americans watch from afar, hoping and praying that Russia’s unprovoked invasion into Ukraine doesn’t escalate into a broader, global war.

Airport Authority actions called into question

Dear Editor: I reference Agenda Item 5 of the Feb. 16 revised Airport Authority meeting minutes which states that the manager indicates that four additional airplanes are coming to the airport needing hangars.

Blue jacket salute

The blue jackets are iconic, especially here in the heartland of America.

Note to my younger self: keep dreaming

As my senior year is starting to come to an end, I’ve been spending a lot of time reflecting on what young Emma was like and how I got to where I am now. When I was young, I was incredibly shy.

Ethanol plant a roller-coaster ride paying huge local dividends

A massive conglomeration of steel on the west edge of Aurora has been making headlines for the past 17 years in our community, not all of it positive, though the latest development is a signal of meaningful perseverance.

'Hey Siri, send a message, and this time get it right'

Technology is a wonderful thing, but it has its limits. Case in point is voice-to-text messaging services that often send embarrassing texts to family and friends which leave me feeling stupid, if not illiterate. Apparently, I’m not alone.

Theater deserves local support

Dear Editor: I was saddened to read the interview in the Feb. 1 issue of the Aurora News-Register  concerning the possible closure of 12th Street Cinema in the rather near future.

Unique parents, forever and always

Neither my mom or dad parented my siblings and me “traditionally.” My parents themselves didn’t come from normal upbringings. Due to my grandpa being in the Navy, my mom moved around the world every three years.

Sentiment must translate into sales if theater to remain open

Our community faces a harsh reality reflected in a front page headline of last week’s edition: “12th Street Cinema in danger of closing soon.” That may have come as a shock to many, but signs of trouble have been brewing since that dreaded pandemic pause.

Area’s generosity appreciated during holidays

Dear Editor: I am writing to thank Aurora​​-area residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season.