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Veteran’s Day a powerful reminder of sacrifice & service
Kurt Johnson
Once a year is not enough.
As we prepare to collectively tip our hat in thanks to military veterans past and present on Veteran’s Day, there is a powerful sense of patriotism in the air.
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
High traffic counts bode well for business, Aurora growth
Kurt Johnson
Commuting patterns and the number of vehicles passing by or through a community each day can be a major factor in the world of economic development and the numbers show that Aurora’s traffic counts add up to opportunity.
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Staffing a challenge, though local workforce remains strong
Kurt Johnson
Finding and retaining quality employees has always been the key to success in business, but perhaps never more so than in 2021.
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Spirit of Philanthropy event a fitting tribute to trend-setters
Kurt Johnson
Hamilton County’s culture of giving is unique.
There was unanimous consent on that concept Sept. 28 at The Leadership Center, where the Hamilton Community Foundation invited community leaders from throughout the county to celebrate the first-ever “Spirit of Philanthropy” event.
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
To vax or not to vax?
Kurt Johnson
Should you get the COVID-19 vaccination, or not? That is the question of our time. Unfortunately, there’s no one good answer to the question that fits all people.
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Harvest season a welcome sight, but also a time for caution
Kurt Johnson
It’s worth the time to make a special trip these days out into the field or to an area elevator to watch a timeless harvest tradition unfold. Just remember to do it safely.
As the combines start rolling, we are reminded that this is one of the most dangerous seasons of the year in farm country.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Storied rivalry could be what it takes to change Husker narrative
Kurt Johnson
Husker Nation woke up Saturday morning content to celebrate history, and went to bed frustrated yet again, but subtly still celebrating.
Any Nebraska fan age 55ish or older appreciates what a good old Nebraska-Oklahoma showdown feels like.
Tuesday, September 21, 2021
20 years later ...
Kurt Johnson
It’s one of those moments we will never forget.
If you were old enough to grasp the enormity of what was unfolding on that television screen 20 years ago last week, the images of the 9/11 attack on America are forever seared in your memory.
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Ladder fire trucks boost safety for firefighters, citizens alike
Kurt Johnson
Hamilton County raised the safety bar not once but twice last week with the addition of two ladder trucks to the Aurora and Giltner fire departments.
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
Bands on Bricks, TDLC Cruise Night reflect community pride
Kurt Johnson
There was a feel-good vibe pulsing through the area Friday night and if you were paying attention you might have felt it all the way from Aurora to Hampton.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021