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A blanket of 4-6 inches of snow and two days out of school provided the perfect combination for some outdoor fun last week.

A blanket of 4-6 inches of snow and two days out of school provided the perfect combination for some outdoor fun last week.

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News Staff
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
‘A good old-fashioned winter storm’ It’s been awhile since residents in Hamilton County have seen a significant winter storm in the form of several inches of powdery white snow that blanketed the streets, canceled school and provided perfect snowball fight material.
The idea of cold and snow is often off-putting to almost everyone. However, in the agriculture realm, a good layer of snow, or even a freeze, can be beneficial.

The idea of cold and snow is often off-putting to almost everyone. However, in the agriculture realm, a good layer of snow, or even a freeze, can be beneficial.

The sunny side of snow in winter

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
The idea of cold and snow is often off-putting to almost everyone. However, in the agriculture realm, a good layer of snow, or even a freeze, can be beneficial. “(With) snow, it depends on how light and fully it is, or how heavy it is,” reported Steve Melvin, Nebraska Extension educator.
Hamilton County Highway Supt. Jeremy Brandt presented on the timely topic of the county’s snow plan during last week’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting.

Hamilton County Highway Supt. Jeremy Brandt presented on the timely topic of the county’s snow plan during last week’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting.

Hwy dept. releases county snow plan

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Hamilton County Highway Supt. Jeremy Brandt presented on the timely topic of the county’s snow plan during last week’s Hamilton County Board of Commissioners meeting. Brandt explained that the county has always had a snow plan, it’s just never been in writing as far as he can find.
City crews used the 4-plex parking lot to store excess snow from last week's 10-inch storm.

City crews used the 4-plex parking lot to store excess snow from last week's 10-inch storm.

Snow levels a challenge for city, county crews

News Staff
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
The Jan. 25 snow storm that blanketed Hamilton County in 10-12 inches of snow was felt by all -- including the city and county road crews tasked with digging everyone out.  Local weather officials reported 10-12 inches of snow, measuring approximately 1.12 inches worth of moisture.
The City of Aurora has declared a snow emergency.

The City of Aurora has declared a snow emergency.

City of Aurora declares snow emergency

News Staff
Monday, January 25, 2021
Mayor Marlin Seeman does hereby declare a "Snow Emergency" in the City of Aurora, to be in effect beginning at 12 p.m. CST, on Monday, Jan. 25 and ending at 12 p.m. CST, on Tuesday, Jan. 26. The City of Aurora has declared this Snow Emergency based on the forecast from the National Weather Service.