retirement

Kurt Johnson

Kurt Johnson

Thanks, Dave

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Experience, dedication and a can-do positive attitude are priceless in today’s workforce. Quality employees make all the difference when it comes to getting the job done.
Eden the comfort dog was enjoying herself while receiving pets from students -- something she’s been trained to do through the Lutheran Church Charities “Comfort Dog Ministry.”

Eden the comfort dog was enjoying herself while receiving pets from students -- something she’s been trained to do through the Lutheran Church Charities “Comfort Dog Ministry.”

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News Staff
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
Scheele: ‘It only takes one’ As part of an all-day mental health event that stretched into the night before, Aurora High School welcomed keynote speaker Kyle Scheele to the stage Feb. 16 to speak to students.
Dave Bradley

Dave Bradley

See you in the stands

Dave Bradley
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
I’ve been pretty fortunate over the years to have had a reserved front row seat to some really exciting high school and college sporting events, camera in hand.
High Plains educator Sue Wilgocki is hanging up her hat at the end of this school year after a successful lifetime of teaching.

High Plains educator Sue Wilgocki is hanging up her hat at the end of this school year after a successful lifetime of teaching.

Sue Wilgocki recounts years well spent in education

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
A familiar face at High Plains Community School is hanging up her hat after a lifetime of teaching. Currently the family and consumer science teacher, Sue Wilgocki has had quite the run and wore plenty of hats since she started her educational journey.
As part of the Aurora Middle School ‘Girl’s Wellness Day’ students were given a glimpse into self-awareness training and defense strategies.

As part of the Aurora Middle School ‘Girl’s Wellness Day’ students were given a glimpse into self-awareness training and defense strategies.

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News Staff
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Girl’s wellness day offers self-care advice A small group of Aurora Middle School’s female students gathered Dec. 29 at the home of the Huskies to participate in a day tailored to their mental, emotional and physical wellness.
Dan Fitzgerald, center, was honored Friday during a retirement luncheon at BonnaVilla Homes, where he ended a 50-year career in the manufacturing industry. Pictured at left is Mike Morrow, the new plant manager in Aurora, and at right is DJ Eihusen, Chief Industries CEO.

Dan Fitzgerald, center, was honored Friday during a retirement luncheon at BonnaVilla Homes, where he ended a 50-year career in the manufacturing industry. Pictured at left is Mike Morrow, the new plant manager in Aurora, and at right is DJ Eihusen, Chief Industries CEO.

Fitzgerald retires as BonnaVilla plant manager

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Friday the 13th turned out to be a lucky day for Dan Fitzgerald, who ended his 50-year career on the same day he started it, both falling on Friday the 13th.
Carol Schuster will end a long and rewarding career as a speech pathologist at the end of the school year.

Carol Schuster will end a long and rewarding career as a speech pathologist at the end of the school year.

Schuster to finish chapter on 28-year speech pathology career

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Moving on towards a bright, and hopefully relaxing future, Carol Schuster will be retiring in her position as a speech pathologist at Aurora Elementary School at the end of this school year.
ANR

ANR

Sheriff Kirk Handrup announces retirement

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Hamilton County Sheriff Kirk Handrup announced his quickly approaching retirement from law enforcement during Monday’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners’ meeting.  This came as a shock to the commissioners.  “Good morning,” he began. “Today, I’m announcing my retirement.