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Marching Huskies take the field

Marching Huskies take the field

Marching Huskies take the field

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Friday’s home opener for the football Huskies was also opening night for the Aurora marching band. Pictured above, freshman Emi Huls plays the trumpet on what proved to be a beautiful fall night to be outside. At right, senior Madison Hunter twirls a golden flag with a smile on her face.
Pictured above, Kenzie Wert gets her lamb in position for judging. News-Register/Jeni Moellenberndt

Pictured above, Kenzie Wert gets her lamb in position for judging. News-Register/Jeni Moellenberndt

4-H takes to the Nebraska State Fair

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Members of the Hamilton County 4-H gathered at the Nebraska State Fair over the weekend to showcase their livestock and static exhibits. Due to changes made to the fair static exhibits weren’t judged individually.
Crews respond to multi-car collision

Crews respond to multi-car collision

Crews respond to multi-car collision

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Crews from the Phillips and Aurora Fire and Rescue departments were called out to a multi-car accident shortly after 8:20 a.m. Friday morning on Highway 34 and F Road.
Westfield resident Marion Dittmer, left, visits outside in front of the facility with his brother, Larry. Family visits were just recently allowed at Westfield Courtesy photo

Westfield resident Marion Dittmer, left, visits outside in front of the facility with his brother, Larry. Family visits were just recently allowed at Westfield Courtesy photo

Westfield now allowing family visits

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Residents at Westfield Quality Care were able to greet family members in person for the first time in months starting Aug. 16, a huge step forward in dealing with the on-going impact of a pandemic which claimed the life of 13 residents earlier this year.
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County debates budget, motion to limit raises

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
In another lengthy round of budget discussion, the county commissioners took the beginning chunk of Monday’s meeting to discuss the proposed budget and tax asking while continuing to rethink moneysaving efforts.
Giltner Fire Chief Brad Consbruck stands proudly in front of the community’s new five-bay fire barn. The crew has already run a call from the new space and enjoys all the room it provides. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

Giltner Fire Chief Brad Consbruck stands proudly in front of the community’s new five-bay fire barn. The crew has already run a call from the new space and enjoys all the room it provides. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

Giltner Fire Dept. has new home

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
After many years of planning, months of construction and countless hours of anticipation, Giltner Fire and Rescue officially moved into its new home Aug. 12. Everything is up and running, including five bays for trucks and equipment, ample room for activities and an office for their chief.
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City previews budget showing 4% increase

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
The Aurora City Council approved funding requests for two Grand Island-based family support services last week and briefly discussed city budget negotiations which are scheduled to be finalized within the next two weeks.
Leader of the band

Leader of the band

Leader of the band

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Aurora junior Elena Kuehner is all business as she leads the Husky Marching Band during Friday’s halftime performance. More pictures of the band are featured on page A7. Kuehner had a busy day Friday, winning the GINW cross country meet as well. See Page B1 for detailed coverage of the race.