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Some of the artwork that will be displayed in the Plainsman Museum from Aug. 30 to Sept. 30 as part of Impact Nebraska Artists ‘Color of Music-Rhythm of Art’. Left to right: “Mozart’s Summer Orchestra” by  Jerene Kruse made of fused glass, “Lyrical Cadence” by Beth R. Jasnoch made of metal, “Symphonic Connection” by Ken Hosmer which is a watercolor painting and “Concerto to a Grand Adventure” by Jana Van Housen which is an assemblage made, in part, from a violin from a Goodwill.

Some of the artwork that will be displayed in the Plainsman Museum from Aug. 30 to Sept. 30 as part of Impact Nebraska Artists ‘Color of Music-Rhythm of Art’. Left to right: “Mozart’s Summer Orchestra” by Jerene Kruse made of fused glass, “Lyrical Cadence” by Beth R. Jasnoch made of metal, “Symphonic Connection” by Ken Hosmer which is a watercolor painting and “Concerto to a Grand Adventure” by Jana Van Housen which is an assemblage made, in part, from a violin from a Goodwill.

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Impact Nebraska Artists to debut exhibit at Plainsman Museum The Plainsman museum will feature the first ever Impact Nebraska Artists exhibition in Aurora starting Aug. 30 and lasting until Sept. 30.
A building that has housed numerous businesses since its construction in 1956 came crashing down in July, one of many developments highlighted during an annual report of Aurora Development Corporation activities to the Aurora City Council.

A building that has housed numerous businesses since its construction in 1956 came crashing down in July, one of many developments highlighted during an annual report of Aurora Development Corporation activities to the Aurora City Council.

Bergen recaps a busy year for ADC

Executive director of the Aurora Development Corporation Kelsey Bergen gave the organization’s 2022 annual report to city council members, offering an overview of the organization’s past work, future projects, partnerships and current issues in bringing business to town.
The annual Monarch migration is right around the corner in areas like Hamitlon County, where it won’t be uncommon to see hundreds, or thousands, of these beautiful orange-winged butterflies roosting in trees, bushes and other safe areas.

The annual Monarch migration is right around the corner in areas like Hamitlon County, where it won’t be uncommon to see hundreds, or thousands, of these beautiful orange-winged butterflies roosting in trees, bushes and other safe areas.

Monarch butterfly population dropping, locals help out

The Monarch butterfly is as popular as it is beautiful, with large, colorful wings complete with dark spots to both blend in and warn off predators.  Despite all the positives surrounding the Monarch butterfly, the species is in danger.
This aerial photo shows the impact of drought conditions at Poco Creek Golf Course, where a renovation project began this week to repair the greens.

This aerial photo shows the impact of drought conditions at Poco Creek Golf Course, where a renovation project began this week to repair the greens.

Poco Creek green renovation project now underway

The Poco Creek Golf Course board announced plans to completely renovate its greens beginning this week, a drastic step deemed necessary to improve the nine-hole course’s playability after “a brutal winter” essentially killed all nine greens.
Junior Kaitlyn Hunter is a member of the flag corps.

Junior Kaitlyn Hunter is a member of the flag corps.

Marching Huskies take the field

The Aurora High School Marching Band took to the field Friday, opening the season with its first public performance. Though not yet in uniform, the band performed a portion of its halftime Pirates of the Caribbean show.  
If the city’s application for CDBG funds is approved, business owners in area including the downtown square and extending one block in every direction would be able use up to $50,000 for physical renovation projects.

If the city’s application for CDBG funds is approved, business owners in area including the downtown square and extending one block in every direction would be able use up to $50,000 for physical renovation projects.

Aurora to apply for CDBG funds for downtown revitalization

The Aurora City Council approved a request last week for a $435,000 Community Development Block Grant with a $100,000 match by participating business owners to help fund a downtown revitalization project .
Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, arrested a St. Paul man Tuesday evening following an investigation into reported threats.

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, arrested a St. Paul man Tuesday evening following an investigation into reported threats.

St. Paul man arrested for terroristic threats near Aurora exit

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol, with assistance from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, arrested a St. Paul man Tuesday evening following an investigation into reported threats. At approximately 4 p.m.
Justin Wolf stepped in as CEO at Memorial Community Health in June, sitting down this week to talk about the challenges and opportunities of his new role.

Justin Wolf stepped in as CEO at Memorial Community Health in June, sitting down this week to talk about the challenges and opportunities of his new role.

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MCHI CEO shares initial insight Six weeks into his new role as CEO at Memorial Community Health, Justin Wolf said he has been impressed with the healthcare organization he now leads as well as its host community, while also recognizing that this is indeed a significant time of transition.
The front exterior of the Winchester’s Saloon is quickly taking shape. Final completion and opening is expected within the coming months.

The front exterior of the Winchester’s Saloon is quickly taking shape. Final completion and opening is expected within the coming months.

Developers offer preview of rebuilt Winchester’s Saloon

A brand-new spin on an old institution of Phillips is being brought back from the past.  A structure looking like a white-tarp covered temple to hunting and the Old West will soon be completed as a bar and grill for the community, primed to be one of biggest eateries in the county at 3,000 sq. ft.