‘Another Monday, another week’ in Hampton

Another Monday, another week, and another column with news and views from the village of Hampton. I hope no one is expecting any earth shattering news from our little corner of the world, but I do have a little more this week than some weeks back.

Always something happening

While we haven’t had many events lately, there’s always something happening. For the kids, it might be an impromptu sleepover or begging for a drive into town for ice cream. For the parents, it’s more likely to be a project or repair.

Health insurance law coming under siege yet again

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RECORD

Hamilton County Traffic Docket Tina M. Hempel, Grand Island, no proof of ownership, fined $50. Edgar A. Talamantes, Edgar A. Talamantes, Grand Island, Count 1 -- speeding 78/65, fined $75; Count 2 -- no operator’s license, fined $75. Hamilton County Speeding Docket Llohan S.

Construction continues

According to Supt. Jody Phillips, construction on the new additions to the 4R campus is running on schedule. Above: With the main form of the new band/vocal music classroom spaces coming together, Phillips noted that the next steps would include bricking the exterior.

149th Hamilton County Fair to run full steam ahead starting Monday

The 149th Hamilton County Fair is set to highlight the fairgrounds in Aurora July 27 through Aug. 2 -- despite it looking quite a bit different than it has in years past. Many events have been moved to accommodate for social distancing and to keep exhibitors, judges and volunteers safe.

Troopers arrest driver, pursuit tops 155 mph

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) arrested a Utah man following a pursuit on Interstate 80 Monday evening. The pursuit began in York County and ended in Grand Island. At approximately 8 p.m.

‘It’s good to be back’

Ambitious, hopeful and ready to take on this new school year -- no matter how unique -- the main focus for new Aurora Supt. Jody Phillips is to do the best job he possibly can, all while paying homage to his Husky roots. “It’s good to be back in the place that helped make me who I am,” he said.