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Traffic within Aurora is being diverted around 9th Street now as crews work to rebuild a portion of the street as part of the Lincoln Creek storm sewer improvement project.

Traffic within Aurora is being diverted around 9th Street now as crews work to rebuild a portion of the street as part of the Lincoln Creek storm sewer improvement project.

City approves Aurora Clubhouse Subdivision

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
The Aurora City Council approved the final plat for the newly proposed Aurora Community Clubhouse Subdivision last week, paving the way for a project expected to begin later this year.
Marv Rogers holds the plaque given to him by the village of Hordville in honor of his years of service to the community.

Marv Rogers holds the plaque given to him by the village of Hordville in honor of his years of service to the community.

Marwin ‘Marv’ Rogers honored in Hordville

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
People in a small community wear many hats, which certainly rings true for Marwin ‘Marv’ Rogers. This Hordville community member has found many ways to be involved in the town since moving in.
Rowe Morgan Bonifas stands amongst her passion, and FFA, projects. She has added a number of bedding flowers to her Morgan’s Mums business -- now dubbed Morgan’s Mums and More.

Rowe Morgan Bonifas stands amongst her passion, and FFA, projects. She has added a number of bedding flowers to her Morgan’s Mums business -- now dubbed Morgan’s Mums and More.

This week's top stories

News Staff
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Morgan’s Mums and More: A colorful lesson No stranger to growing things, or even marketing them to locals in the community, the last of the Bonifas children has started her own FFA project turned business venture.
Loren Berthelsen, right, and Saxon Copeland are excited to be opening their new business venture, the Grape Frog, which will offer a variety of curated men’s and women’s clothing.

Loren Berthelsen, right, and Saxon Copeland are excited to be opening their new business venture, the Grape Frog, which will offer a variety of curated men’s and women’s clothing.

Grape Frog expands local retail options

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
An Aurora native son who spent the past 32 years living and working in California has returned to open a unique new retail clothing store just off the downtown square.
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Hampton Hawks

High Plains, Hampton decide not to pursue sports coop

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Hampton School Board members reviewed plans to monitor and encourage participation in Hawk athletic programs Monday after learning that talks of a possible sports cooperative with High Plains have been discontinued, and also announced that the district saved more than $365,000 by refinancing...
Hamilton County Commissioners proclaimed the county a second amendment sanctuary Monday.

Hamilton County Commissioners proclaimed the county a second amendment sanctuary Monday.

County deemed 2nd Amendment Sanctuary

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
A long-awaited act by the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners, the signing of a proclamation declaring Hamilton County a Second Amendment Sanctuary, drew a large crowd during Monday’s meeting.
Nebraska Auctioneers Association vice president Scott Jarman (left) presents Mark Kliewer with the champion plaque after winning the bid calling competition.

Nebraska Auctioneers Association vice president Scott Jarman (left) presents Mark Kliewer with the champion plaque after winning the bid calling competition.

Kliewer named champion at Nebraska Bid Calling contest

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Aurora’s Mark Kliewer with Kliewer Auction Services took his talent to the Nebraska Bid Calling contest and walked away this year’s champion. When asked how it felt to be selected to represent Nebraska at the international level of competition, Kliewer said it felt great.
Commissioners signed a proclamation against the 30 by 30 executive order Monday.

Commissioners signed a proclamation against the 30 by 30 executive order Monday.

Proclamation against 30x30 order signed by county board

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
One of two proclamations on the agenda for the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting Monday was a proclamation against the Biden Administration’s 30 by 30 executive order.
Josh Salmon stands with the two children’s books he has written and his newest creation, a book of poetry.

Josh Salmon stands with the two children’s books he has written and his newest creation, a book of poetry.

Josh Salmon shares ‘Ponderings of a Guppy’

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Everyone has their own experiences throughout life, but many people find themselves in similar situations. Josh Salmon has found that a way to help connect with people and their daily challenges is through the art of poetry.
Abbey Arndt has reason to smile as she walks out of the Hampton gymnasium Saturday as a Hawk graduate.

Abbey Arndt has reason to smile as she walks out of the Hampton gymnasium Saturday as a Hawk graduate.

Hawks set sail

Kurt Johnson
Saturday, May 8, 2021
The Hampton Class of 2021 gathered for one final time as Hawks Saturday, turning the tassels to officially become alumni during afternoon graduation ceremonies. For complete coverage and photos, see this week's ANR.