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Jim and Kay Lindquist stand in the midst of equipment at their Giltner blacksmith shop. Jim founded the company in 1969 and Kay joined him as business manager in 1991. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

Jim and Kay Lindquist stand in the midst of equipment at their Giltner blacksmith shop. Jim founded the company in 1969 and Kay joined him as business manager in 1991. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

Auction to bring end of an era for Lindquist Welding

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
If you ask Jim Lindquist the secret to his success as a selfmade manufacturing entrepreneur/engineer, his answer could be summed up in one word — vision.
Original courthouse stands tall

Original courthouse stands tall

Original courthouse stands tall

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
The old courthouse in Hamilton County was photographed in 1878 with 11 men and one woman standing in front. A child was on the second floor looking out of a window. This building would ultimately end up burning to the ground in 1894. Photo courtesy of the Plainsman Museum
Card shower to honor Roger Happold’s 80th birthday

Card shower to honor Roger Happold’s 80th birthday

Card shower to honor Roger Happold’s 80th birthday

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Look who turns 80 on September 10th! The family of Roger Happold would like to honor him with a card shower. Roger Happold is married to Shirley Happold. They have three children: Doug Happold of Doniphan, Lori Williams of Seward, and Lisa Happold of Grand Island. Roger is a proud grandpa.
An etching of a woodland duck created for Larry Robert’s father showcases the details in each of his pieces. News-Register/Jeni Moellenberndt

An etching of a woodland duck created for Larry Robert’s father showcases the details in each of his pieces. News-Register/Jeni Moellenberndt

Aurora native turns glass etching hobby into lifelong pursuit

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Etching, fusing, tumbling -- if something can be done with glass Aurora resident Larry Roberts has done it. With projects that number into the thousands, there isn’t much that he hasn’t tried.
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Several multicar accidents on week’s docket

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
A total of six accidents were reported this week by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and the Aurora Police Department. On Saturday, Heather Land was pulling out of a stall at Pump and Pantry and struck a yellow post near the gas pumps, the report stated.
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Phase 3, Phase 4 DHMs extended until Sept. 13

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Phase 3 directed health measures (DHMs) that are in effect until Aug. 31 are being extended through Sept. 13. A total of 66 Nebraska counties are currently in Phase 3. All counties in Phase 3 will move to Phase 4 on Sept. 14 unless hospitalizations dramatically change.
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Hunter Safety course postponed due to COVID-19

News Staff
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Due to recent concerns with COVID-19, the annual Aurora Hunter Safety course has been postponed for this year. The Hunter Safety Course can still be completed online by going to the Nebraska Game and Parks website at huntered.com/Nebraska/.
The Platte River, as seen here from the Dark Island Trail bridge, is low this time of year, with sandbars covering much of the landscape. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

The Platte River, as seen here from the Dark Island Trail bridge, is low this time of year, with sandbars covering much of the landscape. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

Low Platte River levels not unusual

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Those driving to and fro from Hamilton County into Hall or Merrick counties may notice a rather usual, but also unusual sight -- a low and dry Platte River.