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Documentary film producer Jennifer Jarosik, right, from Dubai takes time for a picture with her mother, Connie Bunker of Aurora.

Documentary film producer Jennifer Jarosik, right, from Dubai takes time for a picture with her mother, Connie Bunker of Aurora.

Nebraskan provides an ‘Eye in Dubai’

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The Christmas holiday has brought a rising star in the documentary industry from halfway around the world to Aurora to visit family.
Pictured from left are Penner Sprinkler & Lawn co-owners Quintin Penner and Ryan Kliewer, along with master technician Chris Arnett.

Pictured from left are Penner Sprinkler & Lawn co-owners Quintin Penner and Ryan Kliewer, along with master technician Chris Arnett.

Penner Sprinkler & Lawn expanding reach

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
A Lincoln-based lawn and sprinkler business is expanding its reach into Hamilton County, though its roots are already firmly planted here.
Aurora High School grad Darcie (Lee) Burde lives with her husband, Adrian and her daughter Isabella in Gainesville, Fla., where she works as a program development manager for the National Fitness Campaign, a wellness consulting firm.

Aurora High School grad Darcie (Lee) Burde lives with her husband, Adrian and her daughter Isabella in Gainesville, Fla., where she works as a program development manager for the National Fitness Campaign, a wellness consulting firm.

Fitness a lifetime goal for Aurora graduate Darcie (Lee) Burde

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
One of the most common New Year’s Resolutions many people make is establishing a healthier lifestyle through healthy diets or fitness routines.For Aurora graduate, Darcie (Lee) Burde, this isn’t just a goal for the year, but an ambition for a lifetime.
Iowa native Dalton Chastain stepped in as captain of the Aurora EMS Service in October, having worked as an EMT since 2021.

Iowa native Dalton Chastain stepped in as captain of the Aurora EMS Service in October, having worked as an EMT since 2021.

City’s EMS learning curve continues

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Now into the fourth year of operating its own fire-based ambulance service, city leaders are reporting a continued increase in call levels, as well as the growing challenge of retaining trained paramedics needed to handle 911 and transfer calls.
Dist. 34 State Senator Loren Lippincott

Dist. 34 State Senator Loren Lippincott

Lippincott seeks return of decorum

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
A little more than 48 hours after ringing in the new year, legislators are back in Lincoln for the 108th session of the Nebraska Legislature. This year’s shorter, 60-day session will deal with some unfinished business from last year’s tumultuous 90 days, and Dist. 34 Sen.
he annual Daddy/Daughter Dance in February filled the Poco Creek Clubhouse with music, smiles, laughter and a whole lot of hugs. Clubhouse managers say they are hoping to see more community organizations and residents utilize the facility in 2024.

he annual Daddy/Daughter Dance in February filled the Poco Creek Clubhouse with music, smiles, laughter and a whole lot of hugs. Clubhouse managers say they are hoping to see more community organizations and residents utilize the facility in 2024.

Community clubhouse plans anniversary celebration

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
With a year of successes behind them and 2024 now official here, the management team of the Aurora Community Clubhouse is making plans for expanding the utilization of the new facility in the coming year.
2023: The Year in Review - Part 2.

2023: The Year in Review - Part 2.

A look back at the second half of 2023

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
The year 2024 is here, but while 2023 is still fresh on our minds, this week's ANR again takes a look back at the stories that defined life in Aurora in the year past.
Dale Broekmeier, right, points to a plant flow diagram of the new CVA white corn cleaning plant currently under construction in Hampton. The presentation was part of the program at last Tuesday’s second Community Conversations with Coffee event sponsored by Hampton Public Schools and held at the Fire Barn.

Dale Broekmeier, right, points to a plant flow diagram of the new CVA white corn cleaning plant currently under construction in Hampton. The presentation was part of the program at last Tuesday’s second Community Conversations with Coffee event sponsored by Hampton Public Schools and held at the Fire Barn.

Community Conversations serves coffee, Hampton news

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Coffee, cinnamon rolls and the latest information about current happenings in Hampton were all on the menu at the second Community Conversations with Coffee gathering held last Tuesday, Dec. 19.
Posing for a family photo in Arizona’s pleasant winter weather are, from left, Jeff, Michelle, Emerson and Emma Sutter.

Posing for a family photo in Arizona’s pleasant winter weather are, from left, Jeff, Michelle, Emerson and Emma Sutter.

Sutter receives Power of One award

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
A long-time Aurora school administrator and coach has been recognized by his peers at the school in Arizona where he has worked for the past year.
Aurora High School seniors, from left, Silis McCullick, Amber Cure and Cameron Collazo were among those graduating at a ceremony Dec. 20.

Aurora High School seniors, from left, Silis McCullick, Amber Cure and Cameron Collazo were among those graduating at a ceremony Dec. 20.

Five Huskies recognized in winter graduation ceremony

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Aurora High School honored five seniors who graduated early as part of the Class of 2024. The graduates received their diplomas during a brief ceremony held on Dec. 20 at the high school. The list of early graduates included , Daniel Slocum and Genevieve Massing.