Hamilton County valuations still rising, but at slower pace

Sticker shock has been the norm in recent years when the Hamilton County Assessor’s annual valuation report comes out. Last year’s increase of more than half a billion dollars in a single year was nothing short of jaw-dropping. This year’s total, though still record-setting, feels more measured.

From hospice to head of parade, Mom still inspires

She did it again.At 90 years of age, my mother continues to surprise me, filling our family with pride in ways I never expect. This past Saturday, she did it once more in a way that was both unexpected and deeply moving.

Parents can restore the fun of school sports for their kids

A somewhat startling statistic was revealed last week at the first-ever parents sports information meeting in Henderson held for the new H&H sports coop involving the Hampton and Heartland school districts.

Stay in your lane, and hope trucking industry does too

When your 20-ton paper shipment shows up the wrong way and the driver can’t explain why, it’s a crash course in today’s trucking industry: expect the unexpected.That’s the name of the game these days when working with the U.S.

ANR changes pending

After months of planning, the Aurora News-Register has introduced a series of format changes designed to increase both the quantity and timeliness of local news distribution, as well as a new circulation rate structure necessary to support those objectives.

Work, courtesy of 1st Street road crew appreciated

Dear Editor:I am writing this letter to say “Thank You” to Mid-Nebraska Land Developers. To Aurora citizens who are not aware, they are the company who is doing the work on 1st Street.

School bells to ring

The first school bells are set to ring next week in all four area districts, signaling a new year of learning, change, and opportunity. For some families, it’s the first magical walk into kindergarten.

Employment numbers spike in Hamilton County

Aurora Development Corporation (ADC) puts out an Economic Indicator report each month, which gives a high-level overview of metrics across Hamilton County. The report covers taxable sales, building permits, average wages, job listings, employment rates, home listings and the median listing price.

Stories recalling Gambles history ‘warmed my heart’

Dear Editor:After the stressful week of major changes on the landscape of the square in downtown Aurora for me, I want to thank all those who have been supportive and caring about me while sharing memories of experiences they had with my parents when they had Campbell’s Gambles from 1964-1977.

Let the fall of Gambles bldg be a wake-up call to community

The demolishing of a once-thriving retail hub in downtown Aurora last week served as a vivid reminder of just how vital ongoing maintenance is to a structure’s long-term stability.The former Gambles building served Aurora well in its prime, but that era has long since passed.