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Children and staff members of the Hampton Community Daycare Center line up for a photo after receiving a $500 Community Contest Award.
Aurora grad Kirk Bovill has been working as an actor since 2006 and has performed in several TV series such as “Criminal Minds,” “CSI”, “Ghost Whisperer”, and more. He has over 100 acting credits in TV and film.
Fire destroyed this maintenance building and the equipment inside several hours after Wednesday's storm
Glenna Markham is one of many area residents who shares her love of country with red, white and blue decorations both inside and outside of her home.
Old Glory flies high above the Phillips Memorial Hall Friday evening as the community came together to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
As she prepared to retire after more than 30 years on the staff of Hampton Public Schools – the last 20 as superintendent – Holly Herzberg took time to reflect on the challenges and joys she faced during her tenure.
Visitors were treated to a meal served by Aurora High School cheerleaders during their cheer fundraiser that took place alongside the Plainsman’s 50th anniversary.
Members of the Aurora High School Band pose on the steps of the U.S. Capitol Building during their whirlwind trip to Washington D.C. and Philadelphia, Pa. where they performed several concerts for Bicentennial observances. This photo appeared in a July issue of the News-Register in 1976.
Jacob Kissel, shown here with his wife and son, was a Union soldier during the Civil War. Captured by the Confederates, he spent time in an Alabama prisoner of war camp. After the war ended he narrowly escaped death when he was put off the steamboat Sultana before it blew up, killing 1,700 people, many of whom were newly released Union prisoners.