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Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen visits with constituents after Friday’s town hall forum in Aurora, including, from left: Jim Ediger, Cyndi Muilenburg and Brock Wyatt.
Friesen warns of ‘false economy’
Kurt Johnson
Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen aired concern Friday with Nebraska lawmakers’ temptation to spend millions of dollars in federal COVID relief funds now pouring into the state, explaining that it could create a false economy leading to higher interest rates and severe budget issues in three or four years.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
The Edgerton is set to host Easter fun this weekend.
Edgerton Eggstravaganza on tap for Sunday
Cheyenne Rowe
The Edgerton Explorit Center will be proudly hosting the return of its annual Easter Eggstravaganza. The event, set for Sunday from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Edgerton, is jam-packed with festive fun for science lovers of all ages.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
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The Spanish Flu vs COVID-19 pandemic, a historical comparison continued
Cheyenne Rowe
Much like in the early stages of the coronavirus, public officials in the Oct. 10, 1918 edition of The Aurora Sun wished to update Hamilton County residents on how to best to avoid the Spanish Flu.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Locals share their thoughts on the marijuana debate.
Locals share thoughts on legalizing marijuana
Jeni Obermier
The debate on whether or not to legalize marijuana in Nebraska is picking up steam in Lincoln, as well as across the state.
The Aurora News-Register hosted an anonymous survey through Survey Monkey to gauge the community’s thoughts on the possible legal changes.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
New District Judge Lynelle Homolka (center) was joined for her swearing-in ceremony by her family, from left: Cayden Homolka, Sydni Homolka, Charles Homolka and Gabriella Homolka.
Homolka dons robe as new judge
Cheyenne Rowe
New Hamilton County District Judge Lynelle Homolka was officially sworn into office Friday in the district courtroom at the Hamilton County Courthouse.
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Les (played here by Kash Hanneman at right and Adrik Diaz at left) prepare to take the stage next week for the Aurora High School’s presentation of the musical Newsies.
This week's top stories
News Staff
Small newsies, big personalities
Aurora High School’s long-awaited musical is none other than Disney’s Newsies. A favorite of many, Newsies hosts a full cast of young characters all facing their own trials and triumphs. The smallest of those characters is young Les.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
A number of bridges are on the docket for 2022 one- and six-year plan.
County approves one- and six-year plan
Cheyenne Rowe
Heralding in the spring, the Hamilton County Board of Commissioners took time Monday to host a public hearing to approve the county’s one- and six-year road improvement plan.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Local health officials say it is difficult to determine how quickly vaccines will be available.
Distribution depends on vaccine availability
Kurt Johnson
While several hundred local residents have now received their COVID vaccination shots, local health officials say it is difficult to determine how quickly they will be available to everyone who wants them.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Founder and executive director Mick Anderson, left, and safety specialist Mark Dunn stand outside the new headquarters of Great Plains Safety and Health Organization, now located at 1312 L St. in Aurora.
Safety training firm now calls Aurora home
Kurt Johnson
The Great Plains Safety and Health Organization has planted a flag in Aurora, moving its headquarters from Kearney to just off the downtown square hoping to expand its safety training mission with a location more central to its clientele.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
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Saturday event a trial run for Auxiliary Thrift Shop
Kurt Johnson
The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will make a trial run Saturday, opening the doors to its popular Thrift Shop in hopes of providing easier access to members of the community who may not be able to come during regular weekday hours.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
