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This lot on Beechwood Drive in the new Northridge Subdivision will be the site of a single-family dwelling planned by Brian and Chelsea Kaufman.

This lot on Beechwood Drive in the new Northridge Subdivision will be the site of a single-family dwelling planned by Brian and Chelsea Kaufman.

New home boosts August building permit total

A new single-family dwelling on Beechwood Drive boosted the number of home construction projects for the year to nine, also representing the lion’s share of building permit totals issued during August at City Hall.
Art Walk Aurora returns to the courthouse square Sunday from 10 to 4.

Art Walk Aurora returns to the courthouse square Sunday from 10 to 4.

Art Walk Aurora set for Sunday

The 12th annual Art Walk Aurora will be returning to the courthouse lawn this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Event coordinator Cindy McClellan shared her excitement for the artists who are bringing their paintings, photography, jewelry and more to the outdoor show.
Aurora Chamber Executive Director Tamar Jimenez

Aurora Chamber Executive Director Tamar Jimenez

Chamber helps employers prepare for sick time law

Small and large businesses in the Aurora area have been getting some help in recent days with navigating a new law regulating paid sick time in Nebraska. The Nebraska Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, passed by a vote of the people in November of 2024, goes into effect Oct.
Several tables in the fellowship hall of the Aurora United Methodist Church display photos and other historical artifacts from the church’s 150-year history. At left above are photos of the original church buildings of the Evangelical United Brethren and First Methodist churches that united in the 1970s to form the current United Methodist congregation.

Several tables in the fellowship hall of the Aurora United Methodist Church display photos and other historical artifacts from the church’s 150-year history. At left above are photos of the original church buildings of the Evangelical United Brethren and First Methodist churches that united in the 1970s to form the current United Methodist congregation.

Aurora UMC celebrates 150 years

The Methodist Church in Aurora is celebrating multiple anniversaries this month. Not only is 2025 the 150th birthday of the two congregations that eventually merged to become the Aurora United Methodist Church, but Sept.
Patent attorney Jeff Morris doesn’t usually work while sitting the deck of his home in Aurora, but he could. Because he works remotely with clients from around the nation, all he needs to do his job is his laptop, an internet connection and the materials in the backpack sitting at his feet.

Patent attorney Jeff Morris doesn’t usually work while sitting the deck of his home in Aurora, but he could. Because he works remotely with clients from around the nation, all he needs to do his job is his laptop, an internet connection and the materials in the backpack sitting at his feet.

The 4.9-second commute

Working remotely – sometimes referred to as “working from home” – has been around a lot longer than most people probably realize.
Michaela Robertshaw Garrett, left, and agent Celie Holliday stand in the newly remodeled offices of the M Robertshaw Insurance Agency, located on the east side of the downtown square.

Michaela Robertshaw Garrett, left, and agent Celie Holliday stand in the newly remodeled offices of the M Robertshaw Insurance Agency, located on the east side of the downtown square.

M Robertshaw Insurance moves to Aurora

An insurance agency with roots in Hamilton County dating back more than 130 years has relocated to Aurora’s downtown square, creating a unique opportunity for fourth-generation owner Michaela Robertshaw Garrett.
Laurel Marlatt and her therapy dog Fletch are eager to help children learn how to read at the Fullerton Library and other educational institutions throughout the area.

Laurel Marlatt and her therapy dog Fletch are eager to help children learn how to read at the Fullerton Library and other educational institutions throughout the area.

Fletch lends a paw to help children learn to read

With Gov. Jim Pillen set to proclaim September as National Service Dog Month, as he has the past two years, the spotlight is on human/canine teams like Aurora’s Laurel Marlatt and her therapy dog, Fletch.
High Plains Community Schools

High Plains Community Schools

High Plains school board approves 2025-26 budget

The High Plains Community School Board approved its 2025-26 budget Monday night without outside input during its regular meeting.According to HPC Supt. Jason Brown, there were no changes to the budget from what was finalized during its Aug. 27 special meeting and put out for publication.
Hampton School Superintendent Holly Herzberg

Hampton School Superintendent Holly Herzberg

Herzberg to retire after 33 years at Hampton school

Soon the Hampton Board of Education will have to begin a process it hasn’t conducted in many years. In fact, it will be only the third time in 54 years the district has had to do this. That process is entering into a search for a new superintendent of schools.