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Artist Madison Vetter talks with fellow artist Cindy McClellan with BeNt Shadows Art and Design at a reception at Grape Frog this Friday. Vetter was the first artist showcased at Grape Frog, which will hold a reception for local artists every second Friday of the month.

Artist Madison Vetter talks with fellow artist Cindy McClellan with BeNt Shadows Art and Design at a reception at Grape Frog this Friday. Vetter was the first artist showcased at Grape Frog, which will hold a reception for local artists every second Friday of the month.

Grape Frog starts artist receptions

Jacob Courtney
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Grape Frog co-owner Loren Berthelsen hosted Madison Vetter and his artwork Friday for the first of what will be monthly receptions for artists in Hamilton County.
Husky grads capturing a selfie include, from left: Kirsten Jensen, Kasey Schuster, Fahrnbruch and Kylie Svoboda.

Husky grads capturing a selfie include, from left: Kirsten Jensen, Kasey Schuster, Fahrnbruch and Kylie Svoboda.

Huskies turn tassels

Kurt Johnson
Saturday, May 13, 2023
It was a great day to be a Husky, or be related to one, as Aurora High School bid farewell Saturday to its Class of 2023. Watch for coverage of commencement exercises in this week's ANR and check out some of the memorable moments captured in photos at auroranewsregister.com under the photos tab.
This 'Welcome to Aurora' sign on south Highway 14 sits on the edge of the Aurora Development Corporation's Mission Critical property.

This 'Welcome to Aurora' sign on south Highway 14 sits on the edge of the Aurora Development Corporation's Mission Critical property.

Hearing airs plans for plant on Hwy 14 site

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The Aurora Planning Commission approved three requests from the Aurora Development Corporation on the future of the Mission Critical Subdivision south of Aurora during its meeting Monday night.
The current caretakers are seen here among the flowers of Ernie’s Garden. From left are Barbara and Britton Bailey along with the founder’s wife, Lynda Ochsner. Since artist and Alice M. Farr Library custodian Ernie Oschner passed away last fall, the Baileys have continued to take care of the garden with Lynda’s approval.

The current caretakers are seen here among the flowers of Ernie’s Garden. From left are Barbara and Britton Bailey along with the founder’s wife, Lynda Ochsner. Since artist and Alice M. Farr Library custodian Ernie Oschner passed away last fall, the Baileys have continued to take care of the garden with Lynda’s approval.

Family, friends continue Ochsner’s legacy with Ernie’s Garden

Jacob Courtney
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
As spring-like weather finally appears in Nebraska, gardening brings the opportunity not only to grow new life, but to grow the memories and legacies of those who have passed. The plants and flowers can be arranged in a singular space to represent the spirit of those no longer with us.
Aurora business owner and state Board of Education member Kirk Penner addresses those gathered for the annual National Day of Prayer Breakfast at the Leadership Center on Thursday morning.

Aurora business owner and state Board of Education member Kirk Penner addresses those gathered for the annual National Day of Prayer Breakfast at the Leadership Center on Thursday morning.

Penner: ‘My faith was tested’

Ron Burtz
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Prayer was on the menu Thursday morning at the annual Aurora National Day of Prayer Breakfast held at the Leadership Center. In spite of the early hour (6:15 a.m.
An United Aurora Methodist TLC preschool class pictured front from left: Brexley Kunze, Elizabeth Weir, Rory Luhn and Leightyn Jensen. Back row, TLC assistant teacher Erin Sams, Jaxton Kunze, Cooper Vettel, Traxton Perry, Jack Danhauer, Jameson Griffin and TLC preschool director Sara Willis. TLC is adding two Friday classes this fall due to an expanding number of children on the waiting list.

An United Aurora Methodist TLC preschool class pictured front from left: Brexley Kunze, Elizabeth Weir, Rory Luhn and Leightyn Jensen. Back row, TLC assistant teacher Erin Sams, Jaxton Kunze, Cooper Vettel, Traxton Perry, Jack Danhauer, Jameson Griffin and TLC preschool director Sara Willis. TLC is adding two Friday classes this fall due to an expanding number of children on the waiting list.

Methodist TLC to add preschool classes

Jacob Courtney
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Parents can feel a little less stressed about preschool options now that Aurora United Methodist TLC Preschool is adding classes on Friday starting in the fall.
Edgerton Explorit Center personnel hosted its Go Big Give Eagles and Birdies event April 30, leading up to last week's main event. Pictured here, a group listens to facts about Altair from Deb Miller. This event marked the first time Altair was introduced to large groups, up to 28 people.

Edgerton Explorit Center personnel hosted its Go Big Give Eagles and Birdies event April 30, leading up to last week's main event. Pictured here, a group listens to facts about Altair from Deb Miller. This event marked the first time Altair was introduced to large groups, up to 28 people.

Go Big Give drive sets new record

Ron Burtz
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The Edgerton Explorit Center was fifth among all organizations participating in the 10th annual Go Big Give event to raise money for nonprofits in the four-county area. Edgerton brought in 120 donations worth $83,816 in this year’s record-breaking campaign which took place on Thursday.
Ron Burtz

Ron Burtz

Burtz joins News-Register staff

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Long-time South Dakota radio and print newsman Ron Burtz has been named news editor at the Aurora News-Register. He replaces Cheyenne Rowe, who served as the paper’s editor for the past five years.
Brooke Lubke does the honors, taking a photo of the Hampton Class of 2023.

Brooke Lubke does the honors, taking a photo of the Hampton Class of 2023.

Graduation Day

Kurt Johnson
Sunday, May 7, 2023
The Hampton Class of 2023 paused for a group selfie Saturday, just after turning tassels and walking across the stage as Hawk graduates. For coverage of the graduation ceremony and speeches, see this week's ANR.
Jan Ediger said she is looking forward to retirement, feeling confident that she is leaving Hampton Public Schools in good hands.

Jan Ediger said she is looking forward to retirement, feeling confident that she is leaving Hampton Public Schools in good hands.

This week's top stories

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Ediger says Hampton was ‘a perfect fit’ Jan Ediger recalls with clarity a pinnacle moment early in her career when she made a connection with a young girl who turned the tables and taught her teacher an invaluable life lesson.