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Masks now optional for 4R staff

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Though the topic of masks and COVID reopening phases at the 4R district had not drawn heavy discussion since shortly before the beginning of the school year, Supt. Jody Phillips brought the issue back into the light at Monday’s board meeting.
Aurora’s Tate Nachtigal waits for the other players in his group to play just off the No. 7 green at Poco Creek Golf Course March 31. Nachtigal posted a 44 on the course, fifth-best of the day.

Aurora’s Tate Nachtigal waits for the other players in his group to play just off the No. 7 green at Poco Creek Golf Course March 31. Nachtigal posted a 44 on the course, fifth-best of the day.

Huskies win home golf triangular

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
In a bit more of a lighter pace, the Husky golf team competed in a home triangular with Grand Island Northwest and Hastings St. Cecilia at Poco Creek March 31.  Aurora’s varsity team was joined by its JV squad and a few others as nearly half of its team got a taste of high school competition.
Aurora’s Alexander Wheeler came up just short on this header attempt during second half play against Grand Island Northwest March 30, a 3-0 loss to the Vikings.

Aurora’s Alexander Wheeler came up just short on this header attempt during second half play against Grand Island Northwest March 30, a 3-0 loss to the Vikings.

Huskies score shutout win at Columbus Lakeview

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Coming off a loss earlier in the week, the Aurora boys soccer team answered the bell.  The Huskies dropped a 3-0 contest to area rival Grand Island Northwest in its first home game March 30, but bounced back for a 5-0 win at Columbus Lakeview Thursday.
Aurora’s Mack Owens finished third in the high jump with a mark of 5-10 at the Norris Invite Thursday.

Aurora’s Mack Owens finished third in the high jump with a mark of 5-10 at the Norris Invite Thursday.

Aurora faces stiff competition at Norris Invite

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
A couple Aurora athletes pushed themselves onto the all-time list to start the 2021 outdoor season.  The Huskies were in action at the highly-competitive Norris Invite Thursday with some of Class B’s best in action.
Anya Griffith, pictured at right, is the new owner of Hometown Roots Salon, which opened March 8 on the southeast corner of the downtown square. Pictured with her, from left, are employees Joni Retzlaff, Jessica Clark and Keri Hastings. Note the exposed brick in the background, reflecting the historic nature of the renovated structure.

Anya Griffith, pictured at right, is the new owner of Hometown Roots Salon, which opened March 8 on the southeast corner of the downtown square. Pictured with her, from left, are employees Joni Retzlaff, Jessica Clark and Keri Hastings. Note the exposed brick in the background, reflecting the historic nature of the renovated structure.

Hometown Roots opens downtown

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
A downtown building came back to life this month with the debut of a new hair salon whose owner has roots planted deeply in Aurora — hence the name, Hometown Roots.
Aurora’s Ethan Shaw putts from just off the 9th green at the Seward Country Club Friday, eventually finishing fourth overall with a 78.

Aurora’s Ethan Shaw putts from just off the 9th green at the Seward Country Club Friday, eventually finishing fourth overall with a 78.

Huskies finish 3rd at Seward Invite

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
For the first time in nearly two years, the Aurora golf team was on the course in varsity play.  The Husky golfers started the 2021 season at the Seward Invite Friday, finishing third as a team with a five-some that lacked varsity experience.
A route for an interceptor sewer line that will tie into the city’s wastewater treatment plant (shown here) was approved by the Aurora City Council last week, though much work remains before construction will begin.

A route for an interceptor sewer line that will tie into the city’s wastewater treatment plant (shown here) was approved by the Aurora City Council last week, though much work remains before construction will begin.

City OKs route for sewer expansion project

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
The Aurora City Council took steps last week designed to accommodate future growth by approving a route to expand the sewer line system feeding into the city’s wastewater treatment plant.
The Aurora City Council reviewed the city’s annual audit last week.

The Aurora City Council reviewed the city’s annual audit last week.

Aurora approves annual audit

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
The Aurora City Council reviewed the city’s annual audit last week, with the auditor reporting a strong financial status due in large part to a higher-than-usual property valuation and below-average overall spending.
Founder and executive director Mick Anderson, left, and safety specialist Mark Dunn stand outside the new headquarters of Great Plains Safety and Health Organization, now located at 1312 L St. in Aurora.

Founder and executive director Mick Anderson, left, and safety specialist Mark Dunn stand outside the new headquarters of Great Plains Safety and Health Organization, now located at 1312 L St. in Aurora.

Safety training firm now calls Aurora home

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
The Great Plains Safety and Health Organization has planted a flag in Aurora, moving its headquarters from Kearney to just off the downtown square hoping to expand its safety training mission with a location more central to its clientele.
Photo courtesy WSC athletics // Wayne State junior and former Husky Henry Penner helped the Wildcats to its first NCAA Div. II tournament in 21 years.

Photo courtesy WSC athletics // Wayne State junior and former Husky Henry Penner helped the Wildcats to its first NCAA Div. II tournament in 21 years.

Penner finds love for basketball again

Richard Rhoden
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Just a few short years ago, Henry Penner wasn’t happy in his relationship with the game of basketball.  After a location change and a lot of growth as a player his love for the game is as strong as ever for the former Husky and now Wayne State player.