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City crews used the 4-plex parking lot to store excess snow from last week's 10-inch storm.

City crews used the 4-plex parking lot to store excess snow from last week's 10-inch storm.

Snow levels a challenge for city, county crews

News Staff
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
The Jan. 25 snow storm that blanketed Hamilton County in 10-12 inches of snow was felt by all -- including the city and county road crews tasked with digging everyone out.  Local weather officials reported 10-12 inches of snow, measuring approximately 1.12 inches worth of moisture.
Gov. Ricketts announced today that the "green phase" will take affect Saturday.

Gov. Ricketts announced today that the "green phase" will take affect Saturday.

Gov. Ricketts announces new DHM to take effect on Saturday

News Staff
Friday, January 29, 2021
Today (Jan. 29), Gov. Pete Ricketts announced that the State is moving from the “blue” to “green” phase of its coronavirus pandemic response plan. As a result, the State of Nebraska is issuing new Directed Health Measures (DHMs) effective 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021.
Pictured here, director Jason Frew offers tips about stage positioning during an early script rehearsal.

Pictured here, director Jason Frew offers tips about stage positioning during an early script rehearsal.

Newsies prepare for March curtain

News Staff
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
AHS cast and crew members have been busy preparing for the March performance of the Newsies musical.
Olivia Lawless (left) and Cole Oswald get a few pointers on scholarship applications from AHS guidance counselor Sheila Hasenkamp.

Olivia Lawless (left) and Cole Oswald get a few pointers on scholarship applications from AHS guidance counselor Sheila Hasenkamp.

This week's top stories

News Staff
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Seniors look toward ‘new normal’ college stories Area youth getting ready for their senior years, or getting ready to fly the nest and head off to the next step in their educational journey, might be facing the most unique horizon of any in a long time.
Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen is growingly alarmed by the power of big tech companies to control what can be said on social media platforms, so much so that he proposed a bill to start a conversation about online censorship.

Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen is growingly alarmed by the power of big tech companies to control what can be said on social media platforms, so much so that he proposed a bill to start a conversation about online censorship.

Friesen bill targets social media fairness

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen is growingly alarmed by the power of big tech companies to control what can be said on social media platforms, so much so that he proposed a bill to start a conversation about online censorship.
Central Community College paramedicine students treat a patient simulator in a photo taken pre-pandemic. Cheyenne Massey, left, is a CCC graduate who now works full-time for the Aurora Fire Department.

Central Community College paramedicine students treat a patient simulator in a photo taken pre-pandemic. Cheyenne Massey, left, is a CCC graduate who now works full-time for the Aurora Fire Department.

Central Community College offers fast-track to workforce

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
More and more high school students hoping to get an early start on their careers are taking the community college path, a strategy benefitting young graduates as well as business and industries looking to hire them.
The demolition crew forces out a window frame from the top floor as they slowly work to clear the sections nearest the event center.

The demolition crew forces out a window frame from the top floor as they slowly work to clear the sections nearest the event center.

End of an era in Hordville

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
A sporadic thud reverberated throughout Hordville on a chilly morning Jan. 19. Residents could be seen walking around the former school building as a construction crew chipped away at the exterior walls.
ANR

ANR

Seniors benefit from continued local Merrymakers presence

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The Merrymakers Association has been bringing joy to some of Hamilton County’s older community members through a handful of local performances, both digital and in-person. This non-profit organization’s goal is to help brighten lives through music.  “Smiles, toe tapping, clapping and singing along!
Tamara Brophy sits surrounded by her various creations that range from decorative plates to ornaments, bows and earrings.

Tamara Brophy sits surrounded by her various creations that range from decorative plates to ornaments, bows and earrings.

Earrings, bows and masks, oh my

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The ongoing pandemic has given many people down time and Auroran Tamara Brophy used her extra time to create.  This life-long crafter has been creating leather earrings, bows, masks and ornaments. “I love to craft,” she explained. “I have always loved to craft.
Aurora Huskies

Aurora Huskies

AHS to offer new mechatronics academic pathway

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
An exciting new academic opportunity will be waiting for Aurora High School students next year, as administration works to finalize a mechatronics program partnerships with Central Community College.  Aurora High School principal Doug Kittle explained that he and Supt.