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The 2026 Giltner Homecoming candidates include, front from left: Megan Wilson, Jayci Buettner, Addison Bradley. Back row: Ashton Ward, Braxton Cady and Fallon Hunnicutt.

The 2026 Giltner Homecoming candidates include, front from left: Megan Wilson, Jayci Buettner, Addison Bradley. Back row: Ashton Ward, Braxton Cady and Fallon Hunnicutt.

Giltner Homecoming candidates named

News Staff
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
It's Homecoming week in Giltner with special activities planned throughout the week, culminating with the football game on Friday night, during which the Homecoming royalty will be crowned.
High Plains Community Schools

High Plains Community Schools

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HPC board approves its 2026-27 budget

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The High Plains Community School Board approved its 2026-27 budget Monday morning without outside input during its regular meeting.HPC Supt. Jason Brown reported there were no changes to the proposed budget from what was finalized during its Aug. 26 special meeting.
Giltner Public Schools

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Giltner School Board approves budget

Elizabeth Hunter
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The Giltner School Board approved its budget for the 2026-27 school year during its monthly meeting Monday night. The budget increased projected spending by 7 percent from the previous year. Supt.
Aurora City Council news

Aurora City Council news

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City okays revised payscale plan

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The Aurora City Council approved a new pay scale for city employees last week based on recommendations from a compensation analysis report completed last month.City Administrator Adam Darbro reviewed the Zelle HR Solutions report with the council at its Sept.
Shoppers browse a booth at last year's Art Walk Aurora.

Shoppers browse a booth at last year's Art Walk Aurora.

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Sunday paints a picture for Art Walk Aurora

Elizabeth Hunter
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The 13th annual Art Walk Aurora is just around the corner, with new and familiar faces ready to showcase their new artwork at the courthouse lawn on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Event coordinator Cindy McClellan shared that 31 artists will showcase their artwork and talent on the lawn this year.
Parents can browse through different warranties, leasing options and service contracts to help get the right car their child needs to drive safely to and from school.

Parents can browse through different warranties, leasing options and service contracts to help get the right car their child needs to drive safely to and from school.

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Looking for the right set of wheels

Elizabeth Hunter
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
As students return to school, some are preparing to get their own set of wheels to take them there. Jason Roe with the Roe Chevrolet dealership in Aurora noted the challenge parents face when searching for a vehicle for their students.
Safety training is on-going at the XPO service center in Aurora. Pictured here during a training exercise last November, driver trainer Lee Schuppan talks to drivers about when and how to apply snow chains.

Safety training is on-going at the XPO service center in Aurora. Pictured here during a training exercise last November, driver trainer Lee Schuppan talks to drivers about when and how to apply snow chains.

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XPO puts emphasis on driver safety, training

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
For professional truck drivers, safety isn’t simply something discussed during an orientation session and then forgotten. It’s a way of thinking.
Acord Transportation Regional Manager Mike Bronzynski points to the monitor in the cab of his truck that shows the views of the four different mounted cameras offering various views of the road and the trailer both behind and ahead.

Acord Transportation Regional Manager Mike Bronzynski points to the monitor in the cab of his truck that shows the views of the four different mounted cameras offering various views of the road and the trailer both behind and ahead.

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For safety sake, Acord puts AI in the cabs of 18-wheelers

Ron Burtz
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
When an Acord Transportation truck rolls down the nation’s highways there’s more on the line in terms of safety than simply an 80,000 pound vehicle traveling at speeds of more than 70 mph.
Espressions co-owners Lisa Montoya (left) and Maile Ilac Boeder show off some of the new books and other items that have been added to the newly renovated shop.

Espressions co-owners Lisa Montoya (left) and Maile Ilac Boeder show off some of the new books and other items that have been added to the newly renovated shop.

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‘A space and a place for everyone’

Elizabeth Hunter
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
After being closed most of the summer, Espressions reopened its doors to a brand new chapter last Tuesday, taking on a new venture as a coffee shop and bookstore called Espressions: Coffee & Community.
Miss America 2027, Regan Hutsell of Texas, poses for a picture with her parents Romanda and Robert Hutsell after winning the title on Sunday, Sept. 6 in West Palm Beach, Fla. Robert is a 1976 graduate of Hampton High School.

Miss America 2027, Regan Hutsell of Texas, poses for a picture with her parents Romanda and Robert Hutsell after winning the title on Sunday, Sept. 6 in West Palm Beach, Fla. Robert is a 1976 graduate of Hampton High School.

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New Miss America has local family ties

Ron Burtz
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
When Miss Texas, Regan Hutsell, was crowned Miss America on Sunday, Sept. 5, her name possibly had a familiar ring to it for many local folks. That’s because her uncle, Dave Hutsell, lives in Hampton and her father, Dr.