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Courtesy photo // Grant Moody (left) of Aurora salutes Colonel John Bolduc after receiving his badge during the 63rd Basic Recruit Class.

Courtesy photo // Grant Moody (left) of Aurora salutes Colonel John Bolduc after receiving his badge during the 63rd Basic Recruit Class.

Grant Moody graduates with Nebraska State Patrol 63rd Basic Recruit Class

Eighteen new troopers have joined the ranks of the Nebraska State Patrol, including Grant Moody of Aurora. He was given badge number 178 and assigned to Aurora for his duty station. His assignment is Troop C.
This 250-acre Mission Critical site just east of Highway 14 is where the Aurora Development Corporation is working to recruit new or expanding businesses or industries.

This 250-acre Mission Critical site just east of Highway 14 is where the Aurora Development Corporation is working to recruit new or expanding businesses or industries.

City approves ADC’s request to extend CDBG loan

City leaders agreed earlier this month to extend the terms of a Community Development Block Grant program, allowing the Aurora Development Corporation two more years to meet job creation requirements tied to a $710,000 grant from the Nebraska Development of Economic Development.
CDHD representative Kamrie Peterson (left) administers the very first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Hamilton County to Aurora Fire Chief Tom Cox.

CDHD representative Kamrie Peterson (left) administers the very first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in Hamilton County to Aurora Fire Chief Tom Cox.

Hamilton County first responders see first doses of Pfizer COVID vaccine

A handful of local EMTs and paramedics from Aurora and Hampton were on hand at the Aurora Fire Station today to receive their first doses, and the first for the county, of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. These doses were allocated through the Central District Health Department.
Hamilton County Food Pantry volunteer Craig Ratzlaff offers a pie to a young girl and her great-grandmother as part of the annual holiday meal food distribution event Saturday.

Hamilton County Food Pantry volunteer Craig Ratzlaff offers a pie to a young girl and her great-grandmother as part of the annual holiday meal food distribution event Saturday.

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Holiday meal a Food Pantry tradition Volunteers and citizens in need could all see their breath in Saturday’s cold morning air, but they shared a feeling of warmth at the Hamilton County Food Pantry’s annual holiday distribution event.
This is an architectural rendering of the proposed Aurora Community Clubhouse, which is being proposed as a joint venture by the Poco Creek Golf Course and Hamilton Recreation, Inc., boards.

This is an architectural rendering of the proposed Aurora Community Clubhouse, which is being proposed as a joint venture by the Poco Creek Golf Course and Hamilton Recreation, Inc., boards.

Poco Creek, HRI announce clubhouse plan

Two local entities focused on meeting the community’s recreational needs announced plans this week to combine efforts and build a new Aurora Community Clubhouse overlooking Poco Creek Golf Course.
From left, Grant Hill, Scott Snider and Vicki Hill stand with some of the donated toys, clothing and other items for the free shop they will be hosting Saturday.

From left, Grant Hill, Scott Snider and Vicki Hill stand with some of the donated toys, clothing and other items for the free shop they will be hosting Saturday.

Free shop event aims to give back for the holidays

“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”  This verse, 2 Corinthians 9:7 is what inspired Vicki Hill and her family to start a clothing and toy drive for the residents of Hamilton County.
Jaydon Stuart launched Birth & Beyond in November, offering doula services to expecting moms in Hamilton County and beyond. She is shown here with her partner Alex and sons Madden and Wesley.

Jaydon Stuart launched Birth & Beyond in November, offering doula services to expecting moms in Hamilton County and beyond. She is shown here with her partner Alex and sons Madden and Wesley.

Birth & Beyond offers doula services

Delivering a child into this world was a moving experience for Jaydon Stuart, so much so that in addition to becoming a new mother she was motivated to pursue her life’s passion and become a doula.
Sonya Cattau serves up a special order cup of coffee to Rod Havens. In the background are foundation volunteer Rick Epp and Coasters Coffee Co. owner Sara Johnson.

Sonya Cattau serves up a special order cup of coffee to Rod Havens. In the background are foundation volunteer Rick Epp and Coasters Coffee Co. owner Sara Johnson.

APS Foundation serves up ‘Joe on the Go’ thank you

Aurora teachers and staff members started their day with a special cup of coffee and a smile last week, all part of a thank you message delivered by the Aurora Public School Foundation. Nearly 220 people enjoyed a special beverage Dec.
"Tiny Homes" are a growing trend with the younger generation.

"Tiny Homes" are a growing trend with the younger generation.

Hampton board discusses tiny house, cargo dwelling policies

Hampton village board members discussed the possibility of allowing cargo container dwellings and tiny houses while also reviewing a dwindling list of possible nuisance abatement properties Monday during a busy final meeting of the year.
Work continues on the city’s EMS living quarters expansion, where a solid block structure was built near the center of the structure to serve as a storm shelter for emergency crews.

Work continues on the city’s EMS living quarters expansion, where a solid block structure was built near the center of the structure to serve as a storm shelter for emergency crews.

City moving forward with planned Madison Avenue extension project

The Aurora City Council gave final approval for infrastructure improvements and an expansion on Madison Avenue and awarded bids on two projects during its final meeting of the year Dec. 8.