City council made a difficult decision, but it was the right one

Some decisions in public life don’t produce clear winners.The Aurora City Council’s unanimous vote to contract with EMS Unlimited ends the city’s experiment with operating its own fire-based ambulance service. For some, that decision brings disappointment. For others, relief.

Get to know your city council members

I have been very disappointed by comments I have seen online. Local residents have shared unkind words about our elected city council men and women, dragging their character through the mud, suggesting that they must be lining their pockets and xyz.

Grain Place Field Day cultivates conversation

“It’s all connected.”Those three words kept running through my mind Saturday as I listened to speakers during the Grain Place Foundation’s annual field day.I’ve attended this event many times over the years and always leave with something to think about. Sometimes I agree with the speakers.

Herzberg leaves lasting legacy at Hampton Public School

The measure of a superintendent is not found in years served, budgets balanced or buildings constructed.

What made America great?

Dear Editor:With the celebration of our great nation comes the question, “What made us great?” Why do we see many people questioning the ‘greatness’ of our country? Recently I heard a poll was taken asking Democrats and Republicans if they thought our nation was great.

Celebration honors 250 years of the American spirit

There are moments in our nation’s history that deserve more than a passing glance. America’s 250th birthday is one of them.

Community gives generously to Can-Care-A-Van

Dear Editor:June 23, 2026 was a very good day! The Hamilton County Food Pantry Board is most grateful for the charitable spirit of our county’s citizens.  The 10/11 Can Care A Van was in Aurora to benefit and, as in the past, support of our mission was evident all day.

A’ROR’N Days a celebration of country, community, gratitude

The mixture of red, white, blue and A’ROR’N Days combined for a feel-good celebration in Aurora this weekend, reflecting an Americana vibe now spreading across our great nation.

Marking the American Revolution of ‘26

It’s a fascinating coincidence that on the eve of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, hosting of World Cup Soccer by the United States appears to have touched off a second American Revolution of sorts.

Trust, communication key to economic development

I read an article recently which pointed out that economic developers often explain their profession under the assumption that the listener is already knowledgeable about economic development and everything it entails.