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Hampton Village Board.

Hampton Village Board.

Hampton begins search for interim employee

The Hampton Village Board announced Monday it has begun the search for an interim utility employee after last month’s accident which left Patrick Reisdorff in a Lincoln hospital, where he continues his long-term recovery from numerous injuries and initial surgeries.
Hamilton County Board of Commissioners.

Hamilton County Board of Commissioners.

County OKs rural single-family home

Hamilton County commissioners approved a conditional use permit Monday allowing a family that owns a 25-acre parcel northeast of Marquette to sell a three-acre parcel of their property to another family for the purpose of building an additional single-family dwelling.
This map shows the three routes being considered for a proposed transmission line between Aurora and Central City.

This map shows the three routes being considered for a proposed transmission line between Aurora and Central City.

NPPD hosting open house for Aurora-Central City transmission line

Hamilton County commissioners heard a brief update on a proposed transmission line project between Aurora and Central City Monday, previewing an open house being hosted by Nebraska Public Power District July 23 in Aurora.
One of the holes golfers can expect at Saturday’s Hunter “HD” Hogan Foundation event is No. 6, where they will need to mount a saddle before taking their first swing.

One of the holes golfers can expect at Saturday’s Hunter “HD” Hogan Foundation event is No. 6, where they will need to mount a saddle before taking their first swing.

Golf event to support Gold Star families

The Hunter “HD” Hogan Foundation invites residents from Hamilton County to attend its 12th annual Golf Scramble at the Fox Hollow Golf Course in Sutton on Saturday.
Four students from Aurora will be performing this weekend as part of their participation in Broadway Academy in Central City with performances scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Performing in a previous year at Broadway Academy is Eva Yllescas.

Four students from Aurora will be performing this weekend as part of their participation in Broadway Academy in Central City with performances scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Performing in a previous year at Broadway Academy is Eva Yllescas.

Aurora students to perform with Broadway Academy

Four students from Aurora will be performing alongside 20 other students participating in The Broadway Academy this week, preparing to take the stage this weekend.The students will perform at the Edwin & Bernice Lock Performing Arts Center at Central City High School on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Giltner School Board

Giltner School Board

Giltner board reviews educational support system

During the principal’s report at the Giltner School Board’s Monday night meeting, new Giltner Elementary School Principal Hannah Pogue shared plans for the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Pogue explained that MTSS is divided into three tiers: universal, targeted and intensive supports.
Children and staff members of the Hampton Community Daycare Center line up for a photo after receiving a $500 Community Contest Award.

Children and staff members of the Hampton Community Daycare Center line up for a photo after receiving a $500 Community Contest Award.

Hampton Daycare receives donation

Children and staff members of the Hampton Community Daycare Center line up for a photo after receiving a $500 Community Contest Award. The award came from the 2026 IMT Insurance Community Contest after the organization was nominated by Cornerstone Insurance Group.
Aurora grad Kirk Bovill has been working as an actor since 2006 and has performed in several TV series such as “Criminal Minds,” “CSI”, “Ghost Whisperer”, and more. He has over 100 acting credits in TV and film.

Aurora grad Kirk Bovill has been working as an actor since 2006 and has performed in several TV series such as “Criminal Minds,” “CSI”, “Ghost Whisperer”, and more. He has over 100 acting credits in TV and film.

Bovill: ‘You’re never too old to dream’

Aurora native Kirk Bovill had already built a successful career in technology by the time most aspiring actors have either made it or moved on.
Glenna Markham is one of many area residents who shares her love of country with red, white and blue decorations both inside and outside of her home.

Glenna Markham is one of many area residents who shares her love of country with red, white and blue decorations both inside and outside of her home.

‘Why I love America ...’

As America marks its 250th birthday, the Aurora News-Register invited local residents to answer one simple question: Why do you love America?Their responses are as varied as the people who shared them. Some reflect on faith and the freedoms our nation protects.