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Dist. 34 State Senator Loren Lippincott

Dist. 34 State Senator Loren Lippincott

Lippincott seeks return of decorum

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
A little more than 48 hours after ringing in the new year, legislators are back in Lincoln for the 108th session of the Nebraska Legislature. This year’s shorter, 60-day session will deal with some unfinished business from last year’s tumultuous 90 days, and Dist. 34 Sen.
he annual Daddy/Daughter Dance in February filled the Poco Creek Clubhouse with music, smiles, laughter and a whole lot of hugs. Clubhouse managers say they are hoping to see more community organizations and residents utilize the facility in 2024.

he annual Daddy/Daughter Dance in February filled the Poco Creek Clubhouse with music, smiles, laughter and a whole lot of hugs. Clubhouse managers say they are hoping to see more community organizations and residents utilize the facility in 2024.

Community clubhouse plans anniversary celebration

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
With a year of successes behind them and 2024 now official here, the management team of the Aurora Community Clubhouse is making plans for expanding the utilization of the new facility in the coming year.
2023: The Year in Review - Part 2.

2023: The Year in Review - Part 2.

A look back at the second half of 2023

News Staff
Tuesday, January 2, 2024
The year 2024 is here, but while 2023 is still fresh on our minds, this week's ANR again takes a look back at the stories that defined life in Aurora in the year past.
Dale Broekmeier, right, points to a plant flow diagram of the new CVA white corn cleaning plant currently under construction in Hampton. The presentation was part of the program at last Tuesday’s second Community Conversations with Coffee event sponsored by Hampton Public Schools and held at the Fire Barn.

Dale Broekmeier, right, points to a plant flow diagram of the new CVA white corn cleaning plant currently under construction in Hampton. The presentation was part of the program at last Tuesday’s second Community Conversations with Coffee event sponsored by Hampton Public Schools and held at the Fire Barn.

Community Conversations serves coffee, Hampton news

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Coffee, cinnamon rolls and the latest information about current happenings in Hampton were all on the menu at the second Community Conversations with Coffee gathering held last Tuesday, Dec. 19.
Posing for a family photo in Arizona’s pleasant winter weather are, from left, Jeff, Michelle, Emerson and Emma Sutter.

Posing for a family photo in Arizona’s pleasant winter weather are, from left, Jeff, Michelle, Emerson and Emma Sutter.

Sutter receives Power of One award

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
A long-time Aurora school administrator and coach has been recognized by his peers at the school in Arizona where he has worked for the past year.
Aurora High School seniors, from left, Silis McCullick, Amber Cure and Cameron Collazo were among those graduating at a ceremony Dec. 20.

Aurora High School seniors, from left, Silis McCullick, Amber Cure and Cameron Collazo were among those graduating at a ceremony Dec. 20.

Five Huskies recognized in winter graduation ceremony

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Aurora High School honored five seniors who graduated early as part of the Class of 2024. The graduates received their diplomas during a brief ceremony held on Dec. 20 at the high school. The list of early graduates included , Daniel Slocum and Genevieve Massing.
The search for Bob and Loveda Proctor, shown here in a family photo, ended March 4 northeast of Kearney, bringing closure to a two-month tale that ended in tragedy.

The search for Bob and Loveda Proctor, shown here in a family photo, ended March 4 northeast of Kearney, bringing closure to a two-month tale that ended in tragedy.

Proctor search chosen as year’s top story

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Two months to the day after Bob and Loveda Proctor were reported missing in January, the family received a call from law enforcement confirming the tragic news that their beloved parents/grandparents were found deceased on a rural road northeast of Kearney.
Hampton residents Ryan Bamesberger, left, and Grant Dose, representing two of the three couples involved in starting the Loading Chute restaurant and bar, stand outside the former Hampton Legion Hall which is being transformed into a new hometown cafe for the village.

Hampton residents Ryan Bamesberger, left, and Grant Dose, representing two of the three couples involved in starting the Loading Chute restaurant and bar, stand outside the former Hampton Legion Hall which is being transformed into a new hometown cafe for the village.

Loading Chute shoots for June opening in Hampton

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
In towns and villages from coast to coast, the heart of the community is often the local cafe. It’s a place where people gather to eat, drink coffee talk and share their lives.
After a three-year hiatus, the Hamilton County Home & Garden Show returns in 2024.

After a three-year hiatus, the Hamilton County Home & Garden Show returns in 2024.

Home Show coming back in 2024

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
After a three-year pandemic pause, the Hamilton County Home & Garden Show will return in 2024.Back on the calendar for the second weekend in February, this once annual event will have a familiar look and feel, with one major change reflected in the schedule.
Giltner Public Schools

Giltner Public Schools

Giltner school plan scaled back

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The original $21.4 million plan for renovations at Giltner Public School has been scaled back to $12.5 million in changes made by the Giltner School Board in consultation with its builder, banker and architects.