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The spring edition of Extra Extracurricular is here

The spring edition of Extra Extracurricular is here

Extra Extracurricular - Spring Edition

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
ANR tips its hat toward local youth involved in extracurricular activities with this week’s edition. Our Extra Extra Curricular section highlights fine arts and other groups active at Aurora, Hampton, Giltner and High Plains Community schools.
Caleb Arnett

Caleb Arnett

Arnett bound over on murder, assault, weapon charges

Ron Burtz
Friday, March 6, 2026
Caleb Arnett will stand trial in Hamilton County District Court for the murder of his step-father and the wounding of his mother and step-brother. That was the decision entered Friday by Hamilton County Court Judge Lynelle D. Homolka.
Aurora Adopt-A-Pet is starting a new program called Silver Whiskers which will pair senior cats with senior citizens who could otherwise not afford a pet. Pictured with two of the senior cats are Adopt-A-Pet President Shannon Goltz and volunteer Samantha Wize.

Aurora Adopt-A-Pet is starting a new program called Silver Whiskers which will pair senior cats with senior citizens who could otherwise not afford a pet. Pictured with two of the senior cats are Adopt-A-Pet President Shannon Goltz and volunteer Samantha Wize.

Silver Whiskers gives seniors opportunity to foster a feline

Elizabeth Hunter
Thursday, March 5, 2026
For many older adults, the quiet comfort of a cat can ease loneliness and lift the weight of difficult days — but on a fixed income, pet ownership often feels out of reach.
Citizens are invited to share their thoughts on the city allowing chickens within the city limits.

Citizens are invited to share their thoughts on the city allowing chickens within the city limits.

City seeks input on chicken issue

News Staff
Thursday, March 5, 2026
The City of Aurora invites residents to attend the Tuesday, March 10th city council meeting to provide input on whether the city should adopt regulations allowing chickens within city limits. Community feedback in opposition and support is encouraged.
Pheasants Forever

Pheasants Forever

Pheasants Forever banquet set

News Staff
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Hunting and conservation enthusiasts are planning a fund-raising banquet in Phillips March 14 ending a three-year hiatus for an event designed to connect private landowners to Pheasants Forever dollars and resources.
New Hope Community Church has moved from its former location at the Ivy to the corner of 7th and L streets in Aurora. This building formerly housed the Aurora Assembly of God.

New Hope Community Church has moved from its former location at the Ivy to the corner of 7th and L streets in Aurora. This building formerly housed the Aurora Assembly of God.

A new home for New Hope Church

Ron Burtz
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
The new year has brought a new home for Aurora’s fledgling New Hope Community Church.
The Messiah Lutheran Church hosted the third annual Soup Bowl Fundraiser by the Hamilton County Backpack Program. Among the community members that attended the fundraiser lunch were. from left, Joann Dick, Karen Wilshusen and Glenna Markham.

The Messiah Lutheran Church hosted the third annual Soup Bowl Fundraiser by the Hamilton County Backpack Program. Among the community members that attended the fundraiser lunch were. from left, Joann Dick, Karen Wilshusen and Glenna Markham.

Messiah Lutheran hosts Soup Bowl Fundraiser

Elizabeth Hunter
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
This year, the Messiah Lutheran Church hosted the Hamilton County Backpack Program’s annual Soup Bowl Fundraiser on Thursday, Feb. 19.Program co-founder Pat Pickering said it was a positive turnout with visitors taking time to enjoy soup within the warmth of the church.
Candidates file to run in 2026 elections

Candidates file to run in 2026 elections

Several candidates to face challenge in the May primary

News Staff
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
All three sitting Hamilton County Commissioners up for reelection this year now have challengers for the May 12 Republican Primary. Monday was the last day for non-incumbent candidates to file for many local offices and one of the new names added to the list of candidates was that of Matt Snoberger.
Council votes to eliminate pool-season crossing guards

Council votes to eliminate pool-season crossing guards

Council votes to eliminate pool-season crossing guards

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Citing safety concerns and a recent JEO memo/study on the city’s Highway 34 pedestrian crossing procedures, the Aurora City Council voted last week to discontinue the use of crossing guards during the pool season.