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he first class of Youth Involved in Philanthropy (YEP) in Hamilton County is pictured with its mentors at a meeting of the new organization Aug. 21. The program is sponsored by the Hamilton Community Foundation.

he first class of Youth Involved in Philanthropy (YEP) in Hamilton County is pictured with its mentors at a meeting of the new organization Aug. 21. The program is sponsored by the Hamilton Community Foundation.

Youth saying YEP to philanthropy

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
The Hamilton County Foundation is presenting a new opportunity for students across the county to leave an impact on their communities.
Hole No. 5 of the new disc golf course in Streeter Park will be located under a vintage center pivot irrigation tower.

Hole No. 5 of the new disc golf course in Streeter Park will be located under a vintage center pivot irrigation tower.

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Finishing the course

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
 Harry Eckerson, left, stands ready to begin the installation of the final hole of the Merwyn and Betty Davidson Memorial Disc Golf Fitness Trail at Streeter Park on Monday. The basket for hole No.
Among those enjoying the Nebraska State Fair Sunday afternoon, holding up a caricature they had just posed for, were from left: Cat Cabello, Zandon Cabello, Chloe Fawver and Kyler White, all of Aurora.

Among those enjoying the Nebraska State Fair Sunday afternoon, holding up a caricature they had just posed for, were from left: Cat Cabello, Zandon Cabello, Chloe Fawver and Kyler White, all of Aurora.

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News Staff
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
State Fair hits milestone with 4 millionth guestThe Nebraska State Fair hit a milestone Sunday, welcoming the 4 millionth guest through the gates since the annual event made its debut in Grand Island 13 years ago.
Among those enjoying the Nebraska State Fair Sunday afternoon, holding up a caricature they had just posed for, were from left: Cat Cabello, Zandon Cabello, Chloe Fawver and Kyler White, all of Aurora.

Among those enjoying the Nebraska State Fair Sunday afternoon, holding up a caricature they had just posed for, were from left: Cat Cabello, Zandon Cabello, Chloe Fawver and Kyler White, all of Aurora.

State Fair highlights

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Among those enjoying the Nebraska State Fair Sunday afternoon, holding up a caricature they had just posed for, were from left: Cat Cabello, Zandon Cabello, Chloe Fawver and Kyler White, all of Aurora. 
Nebraska State Fair set for Aug. 25-Sept. 4

Nebraska State Fair set for Aug. 25-Sept. 4

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State Fair has ‘Whatever your flavor’

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
The Nebraska State Fair which begins this weekend in Grand Island, truly has something for everyone of every age, interest and level of activity and fair executive director, Jamie Parr says that’s exactly how the event’s organizers came up with this year’s theme, “Whatever your flavor.
Making a splash.

Making a splash.

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Time to make a splash

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Friends Brooklyn Rea and Paige Greenwalt make the most of their time at Aurora's splash pad to combat the excessive August heat. The splash pad is free and open to the public until Labor Day and will close Sept. 5. 
Jeffrey Adams

Jeffrey Adams

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Adams now facing 1st degree murder charge

Ron Burtz
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Pending the outcome of a judge’s decision, Jeffrey Adams may be facing first degree murder charges in the death of his wife, Angela, in their Marquette home on Feb. 26. Adams appeared before Hamilton County Court judge C.
Hamilton County Assessor Pat Sandberg reported this week that total valuations for all taxing subdivisions rose by $212 million in the last year alone.

Hamilton County Assessor Pat Sandberg reported this week that total valuations for all taxing subdivisions rose by $212 million in the last year alone.

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County’s valuation up 6.9% to $3.2B

Kurt Johnson
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
The valuation of property in Hamilton County rose by 6.9 percent in 2023, pushing the cumulative total to a record $3.26 billion.
Incoming Giltner ag teacher Kelsey Swantek stands next to her whiteboard welcoming students and their parents to Giltner’s new ag building during the open house Friday evening Aug. 18.

Incoming Giltner ag teacher Kelsey Swantek stands next to her whiteboard welcoming students and their parents to Giltner’s new ag building during the open house Friday evening Aug. 18.

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New Giltner FFA program taking flight

Elizabeth Hunter
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
There’s an exciting new chapter for Giltner Public Schools as FFA is introduced as a new opportunity for students. After a year in the planning, the school welcomes its new ag teacher, Kelsey Swantek, as its first FFA advisor for the new chapter.