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In their last installment of a three-part panel discussion, this year’s fleet of local veterans participating in the Heroes and Huskies project reflected on a variety of topics.

In their last installment of a three-part panel discussion, this year’s fleet of local veterans participating in the Heroes and Huskies project reflected on a variety of topics.

Heroes, Huskies meet again for military life discussion

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
In their last installment of a three-part panel discussion, this year’s fleet of local veterans participating in the Heroes and Huskies project reflected on a variety of topics related to their time in the service.
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Masks now optional for 4R staff

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Though the topic of masks and COVID reopening phases at the 4R district had not drawn heavy discussion since shortly before the beginning of the school year, Supt. Jody Phillips brought the issue back into the light at Monday’s board meeting.
The Johnson and Johnson vaccine has been paused.

The Johnson and Johnson vaccine has been paused.

CDHD pauses Johnson & Johnson (JANSSEN) vaccine

News Staff
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
At this time, CDHD has paused administration of Johnson and Johnson (J&J, or Janssen) vaccine per recommendation of Nebraska DHHS, the CDC and FDA. The CDC/FDA are reviewing data related to six cases of a rare and severe type of blood clot in individuals after receiving the J&J vaccine.
Chris Decker, an 18-year employee at the Aurora Cooperative, was named this week as the company's new president and CEO.

Chris Decker, an 18-year employee at the Aurora Cooperative, was named this week as the company's new president and CEO.

Decker named new Aurora Cooperative CEO

Kurt Johnson
Friday, April 9, 2021
The Aurora Cooperative announced Friday that Chris Decker has been named as the new president and CEO, replacing Chris Vincent, who was granted a personal leave of absence in accordance with his request.
Chloe and Casey Nunnenkamp are well underway with renovations to the Jones building on Aurora’s downtown square. The couple estimates next spring for the completion date.

Chloe and Casey Nunnenkamp are well underway with renovations to the Jones building on Aurora’s downtown square. The couple estimates next spring for the completion date.

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News Staff
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Nunnenkamp revamps aging downtown structure From its beginning in 1881 as the Bank of Aurora to housing the Jones Agency, the building found on the southeast side of Aurora’s downtown square has grown and changed with the town.
A major upgrade to the hospital pharmacy is the focus of fundraising for MCHI’s Stay@Home Gala. Pictured here is MCHI’s Director of Pharmacy Nicole Dvorak, demonstrating the use of one of two new Primary Engineering Control (PEC) units, also known as “IV hoods.” The PECs purchased include a biological safety cabinet for hazardous preparations, such as chemotherapy treatments, and a laminar airflow workbench (pictured) for the preparation of non-hazardous drugs such as IV antibiotics...

A major upgrade to the hospital pharmacy is the focus of fundraising for MCHI’s Stay@Home Gala. Pictured here is MCHI’s Director of Pharmacy Nicole Dvorak, demonstrating the use of one of two new Primary Engineering Control (PEC) units, also known as “IV hoods.” The PECs purchased include a biological safety cabinet for hazardous preparations, such as chemotherapy treatments, and a laminar airflow workbench (pictured) for the preparation of non-hazardous drugs such as IV antibiotics...

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Memorial Foundation offers Stay@Home gala

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
The Memorial Foundation is inviting patrons to continue supporting the Aurora hospital through its annual fundraising event, hosting a Stay@Home Gala this year in light of lingering pandemic protocols.
Kelsey Hofmann stands in front of a ring light amidst her line of women’s clothing, which she sells online with twice weekly shows on Facebook Live. Hofmann opened Urban Chic Boutique Jan. 31, operating at the After Hours Grafix building on Highway 14, where she and her husband Troy both own and operate their own businesses.

Kelsey Hofmann stands in front of a ring light amidst her line of women’s clothing, which she sells online with twice weekly shows on Facebook Live. Hofmann opened Urban Chic Boutique Jan. 31, operating at the After Hours Grafix building on Highway 14, where she and her husband Troy both own and operate their own businesses.

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Hofmann launches Urban Chic Boutique

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Kelsey Hofmann made some stark realizations during the COVID-19 pandemic which prompted the launch of a new boutique business where early success is surprising even its owner. The Urban Chic Boutique went live Jan.
Sarah Bailey offers some hands-on lessons to young SOAR campers in 2019. Bailey will be leading PPRI’s Youth Naturalist and Nebraska Ecologist programs for older students this summer.

Sarah Bailey offers some hands-on lessons to young SOAR campers in 2019. Bailey will be leading PPRI’s Youth Naturalist and Nebraska Ecologist programs for older students this summer.

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SOAR to return

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
After being grounded by the pandemic in 2020, SOAR will take flight again this summer, inviting area youth to enjoy learning in and about the great outdoors.
Sarah Martin holds up a tray of her microgreens. This Grand Island based business delivers fresh greens to both Phillips and Aurora.

Sarah Martin holds up a tray of her microgreens. This Grand Island based business delivers fresh greens to both Phillips and Aurora.

Third Day Microgreens offers new veggie option

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Sarah Martin is on a mission to share a new green option with Grand Island, Aurora and Phillips. Through her business, Third Day Microgreens, she is offering four varieties of microgreens delivered to the three communities every Friday.
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Hampton Lutheran prepares for cash, carry plant sale

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
With warm weather on the horizon, many people are turning their thoughts to gardening and plants and Hampton Lutheran School is there to help. Though their pre-sales are done, the school will be offering cash and carry for plants on April 24 from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Hampton Auditorium.