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The preliminary design for the Hamilton County Inclusive Playground is seen in this artist rendering from the designers. Playground organizers are awaiting the final design which will add about 6,000 square feet to the project. The top of the photo represents Old Creek Road where the playground will be located.

The preliminary design for the Hamilton County Inclusive Playground is seen in this artist rendering from the designers. Playground organizers are awaiting the final design which will add about 6,000 square feet to the project. The top of the photo represents Old Creek Road where the playground will be located.

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Inclusive playground now closer to reality

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
With recent fundraising gains, opportunities for positive public exposure and the final design only days away, Hamilton County’s inclusive playground project is starting to gain some real traction.
As a member of the American Legion color guard, Robert ‘Bob’ Leach, folded and presented dozens of American flags to family members of deceased veterans. In May he joined the color guard again to present a flag to the family of fellow veteran and long-time friend Richard ‘Dick’ Grosshans.

As a member of the American Legion color guard, Robert ‘Bob’ Leach, folded and presented dozens of American flags to family members of deceased veterans. In May he joined the color guard again to present a flag to the family of fellow veteran and long-time friend Richard ‘Dick’ Grosshans.

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News Staff
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
As he turns 95 this month, long-time American Legion Post 42 member and Aurora businessman Bob Leach reflects back on a life which has been guided by a life-long mindset of always doing what was best for his community and country.
Collingham and Beck

Collingham and Beck

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Trio charged with child abuse in June 15 incident

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Three adults have been arrested on charges of child abuse and five children were taken into the custody of Health and Human Services (HHS) following an incident on June 15 in which a 7-year-old was found walking along Highway 34 in Aurora wrapped in a blanket and wearing no shoes.
Camper Asher Heiss jumps through a hoop with furry companion, Leo, on the obstacle course that was part of the closing dog show at Edgerton’s Mars Petcare Dog Science Camp.

Camper Asher Heiss jumps through a hoop with furry companion, Leo, on the obstacle course that was part of the closing dog show at Edgerton’s Mars Petcare Dog Science Camp.

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Kids learn a paw-ful lot at Dog Science Camp

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Campers at the Mars Petcare Dog Science Camp had a ‘paws-itive’ time the last week of June learning about dogs and getting up close and personal with “man’s best friend.
Aurora City Council news

Aurora City Council news

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City funds Willow Rising crisis center

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The Aurora City Council offered financial support to a Grand Island-based crisis center last week after hearing that Willow Rising Inc. has seen quadruple requests for services in Hamilton County during the past year alone.
Hamilton County Board of Commissioners news

Hamilton County Board of Commissioners news

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Bader Bridge rehab bid awarded to Lincoln firm

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Agenda items tabled at last week’s regular Monday meeting of the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners were full steam ahead at the meeting this week.
Pictured from left in the Streeter Subdivision are Dick Phillips, council presidnet; Mayor Marlin Seeman; Gary Warren; City Administrator Rick Melcher; and Jacob Arendt. Warren and Arendt represent Streeter LLC.

Pictured from left in the Streeter Subdivision are Dick Phillips, council presidnet; Mayor Marlin Seeman; Gary Warren; City Administrator Rick Melcher; and Jacob Arendt. Warren and Arendt represent Streeter LLC.

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City, Streeter LLC work together on new Hwy 34 access

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
City officials and community leaders are celebrating the results of a cooperative effort which they report could save as much as $200,000 or more in construction and development costs while also providing a new access route to Highway 34 heading into a major 1st Street renovation project.
Susan's Books & Gifts

Susan's Books & Gifts

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Passport bringing shoppers to Susan’s

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Throughout the summer, Susan’s Books and Gifts has been put on the map as a must-visit store as one of 70 featured stops on the Nebraska Passport program.With that, the store is bringing in visitors and success for the whole town.
A fireworks finale will top off the Village of Phillips's July 3rd Celebration

A fireworks finale will top off the Village of Phillips's July 3rd Celebration

Phillips celebration set to light up sky

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Phillips’ fifth annual pre-Independence Day celebration is set to return with a bang in time for the Fourth of July with fireworks, food, and games for all ages to enjoy at Phillips Memorial Hall on Wednesday.
Baylor Scheierman’s first hug after being selected by the Boston Celtics with the 30th pick in the 2024 NBA draft was with his mother, Shannon.

Baylor Scheierman’s first hug after being selected by the Boston Celtics with the 30th pick in the 2024 NBA draft was with his mother, Shannon.

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From A-Town to Beantown

Richard Rhoden
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Baylor Scheierman looked at his phone. Then the television screen. He tried to hold conversations with friends and family, but his attention quickly went back to his phone and the TV.The wait was almost too much to bear. Scheierman had nearly chewed through a plastic water cup.