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Giltner’s Addison Wilson attempts to drive between the HPC duo of Peyton Hofmann (left) and Hailey Lindburg.

Giltner’s Addison Wilson attempts to drive between the HPC duo of Peyton Hofmann (left) and Hailey Lindburg.

HPC holds Giltner in check during early season contest

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
It was quite the debut for HPC’s freshmen.  The Lady Storm’s two leading scorers were playing in their first-ever high school basketball game and played well enough to carry HPC to a 41-29 win over area-rival Giltner in Polk Friday.
HPC’s Hailey Lindburg scored a double-double with 17 kills and 25 digs in a four-set loss to Exeter-Milligan in the D2-2 subdistrict final last week.

HPC’s Hailey Lindburg scored a double-double with 17 kills and 25 digs in a four-set loss to Exeter-Milligan in the D2-2 subdistrict final last week.

HPC Storm drop rubber match with Exeter-Milligan

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Despite qualifying for a district final with a wild card, High Plains’ postseason future was on the line Oct. 25 in the D2-2 subdistrict final.
Gahvi Lesiak (1) celebrates match point as High Plains swept Nebraska Lutheran Monday night in the D2-2 subdistrict tournament.

Gahvi Lesiak (1) celebrates match point as High Plains swept Nebraska Lutheran Monday night in the D2-2 subdistrict tournament.

HPC Storm sweep Nebraska Lutheran in D2-2 subdistrict

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
High Plains was victorious Monday night in the D2-2 subdistrict semifinals, but had its home fans sweating it out for a minute or two.  The Lady Storm took down Nebraska Lutheran in three, 25-13, 25-23 and 25-22 in its home gym, setting up a third clash with Exeter-Milligan Tuesday night.
Gahvi Lesiak receives a serve during HPC’s three-set loss to Exeter-Milligan in the quarterfinals of the CRC tournament Saturday.

Gahvi Lesiak receives a serve during HPC’s three-set loss to Exeter-Milligan in the quarterfinals of the CRC tournament Saturday.

HPC Storm falls to Exeter-Milligan in CRC quarterfinals

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
High Plains and Exeter-Milligan had one of the matches of the day from the CRC tournament in the quarterfinals Saturday in York.  The two teams traded blows in its second match of the week, this time Exeter-Milligan taking the win in three, 25-22, 18-25 and 25-20. Back on Oct.
The Aurora land judging team competed last week at the district event near Marquette, qualifying for this week’s state meet.

The Aurora land judging team competed last week at the district event near Marquette, qualifying for this week’s state meet.

Area schools compete in district land judging contest

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
Three area schools competed Oct. 5 in the District Land Judging contest, hosted just outside of Marquette, with a pair of teams pushing forward and earning a chance to compete at the state level Wednesday. This was no usual district competition either, according to area ag teachers.
Kelsey Mersch’s family helped her construct the final form of her 4-H playground project at Pioneer Trails outside of Aurora. Mersch is excited that the equipment will provide entertainment for children now and in the future.

Kelsey Mersch’s family helped her construct the final form of her 4-H playground project at Pioneer Trails outside of Aurora. Mersch is excited that the equipment will provide entertainment for children now and in the future.

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News Staff
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Local 4-Her brings playground to Pioneer Trails Local 4-Her Kelsey Mersch has taken her dedication for community and love for 4-H over the past 10 years and transformed it into something special for generations to come.
Students Devin Otto (left) and Connor Smith work to cut a board to the right size for a piece of the ag building’s frame.

Students Devin Otto (left) and Connor Smith work to cut a board to the right size for a piece of the ag building’s frame.

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Aurora High School construction students get to work Construction on the new animal science learning lab at Aurora High School is fully underway, set to provide a host of new educational experiences to future generations of Huskies.
HPC’s Hailey Lindburg powers an attack through the East Butler defense during a three-set win over the Tigers Saturday.

HPC’s Hailey Lindburg powers an attack through the East Butler defense during a three-set win over the Tigers Saturday.

Storm split action at Cross County

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
The High Plains volleyball team found itself in a slugfest Saturday morning only to come out the other side winners.  The Storm went 2-2 at Saturday’s Cross County tournament, defeating East Butler and Nebraska Lutheran while dropping games to Humphrey/Lindsay Holy Family and the host Cougars.
Eva Fahrnbruch struck out a total of 26 batters last week, 13 in each contest, pitching complete game winners against Centennial and York.

Eva Fahrnbruch struck out a total of 26 batters last week, 13 in each contest, pitching complete game winners against Centennial and York.

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News Staff
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
Eva’s lucky 13 Eva Fahrnbruch has the golden arm.  The Aurora senior was masterful on the mound in two games last week, collecting 26 strikeouts -- 13 in each game -- as Aurora picked up two victories.  The Lady Huskies picked up an 8-0 win at Centennial Aug.
High Plains’ Ayden Hans was a fingertip away from knocking down this Central Valley past during first half action.

High Plains’ Ayden Hans was a fingertip away from knocking down this Central Valley past during first half action.

High Plains can’t keep pace with Central Valley attack

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, September 6, 2022
A young High Plains team learned a lot of lessons in its first home contest Friday night.  The Storm held pace for a moment, but not enough went right for High Plains in a 50-26 loss to Central Valley in Clarks.