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Five local veterans were awarded their Quilt of Valor during last week’s Veterans Day program at Aurora High School. They were wrapped in their quilts by members of their family. These individuals included, from left: Scott Springer, John Springer, Dick Phillips, Pat Nuss and Leon Cederlind.

Five local veterans were awarded their Quilt of Valor during last week’s Veterans Day program at Aurora High School. They were wrapped in their quilts by members of their family. These individuals included, from left: Scott Springer, John Springer, Dick Phillips, Pat Nuss and Leon Cederlind.

Five local veterans earn distinguished Quilts of Valor

Friday’s Veterans Day program was highlighted, as is tradition, with the presentation of Quilts of Valor to local veterans in celebration of their service. This year’s group included Hamilton County veterans Leon Cederlind, Pat Nuss, Dick Phillips, John Springer and Scott Springer.
Omaha Skutt quarterback Caden Becker was met at the goal line by several Husky defenders, including Mack Owens, Britton Kemling and Tate Nachtigal. Aurora had the last laugh, defeating the SkyHawks 21-17 after trailing by 10 in the fourth quarter. Listen to Owens’ thoughts on a return trip to the Class B finals in our weekly Husky Highlight video on the ANR website and social media channels.

Omaha Skutt quarterback Caden Becker was met at the goal line by several Husky defenders, including Mack Owens, Britton Kemling and Tate Nachtigal. Aurora had the last laugh, defeating the SkyHawks 21-17 after trailing by 10 in the fourth quarter. Listen to Owens’ thoughts on a return trip to the Class B finals in our weekly Husky Highlight video on the ANR website and social media channels.

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