While work on the new Hamilton County Inclusive Playground on Old Creek Road progressed quickly over the fall and winter months, the recent abundant rains have slowed construction over the past few weeks. Among things still to be added are the play surfaces, parking lot striping and a fence that will surround the entire facility. No postponement date has yet been set for the ribbon cutting and grand opening, but that is expected to take place yet this summer.

Jen Ramaekers, co-founder of Fig Tree & Vine, presented an update on a school construction project in Uganda to the Aurora Rotary Club. Pictured at left is Jeff Morris, president of the local club.

This year, A'ROR'N Days will kick off on Wednesday with a community appreciation supper sponsored by Hamilton Telecommunications.

Professional photographer Kyla (Stauffer) Vaught takes her turn on the other side of the camera lens for once.

Nicole Alder, right, owner of Alder Plant Nursery, helps Betty Reddick with a purchase at Saturday morning’s Market on the Square event. This was the second week for the popular event, which is being held on the Heritage Bank south parking lot in front of the “Aurora” mural.

Hampton City Hall.

Work is already well underway on a new street in the Streeter 7th Addition, which was officially annexed into the city last week by the Aurora City Council.

Can Care-A-Van to arrive June 23

Several local natives turned tassels at college graduations this spring.

Carrie Crosby, second from right, is pictured with her family before being diagnosed with breast cancer. A golf benefit in her honor is planned for Friday at Poco Creek Golf Course.