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Hallie Hamilton participates in a law school competition at Creighton University. She graduated from law school and now works as a law clerk in Omaha.

Hallie Hamilton participates in a law school competition at Creighton University. She graduated from law school and now works as a law clerk in Omaha.

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Hamilton goes to Omaha: Aurora grad’s path to law  The path to uphold the law is not an easy or straightforward one. Hallie (Snider) Hamilton has been on the curving path from political activism to graduating law school and serving as a law clerk in Omaha.
Students Devin Otto (left) and Connor Smith work to cut a board to the right size for a piece of the ag building’s frame.

Students Devin Otto (left) and Connor Smith work to cut a board to the right size for a piece of the ag building’s frame.

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Aurora High School construction students get to work Construction on the new animal science learning lab at Aurora High School is fully underway, set to provide a host of new educational experiences to future generations of Huskies.
Eva Fahrnbruch struck out a total of 26 batters last week, 13 in each contest, pitching complete game winners against Centennial and York.

Eva Fahrnbruch struck out a total of 26 batters last week, 13 in each contest, pitching complete game winners against Centennial and York.

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Eva’s lucky 13 Eva Fahrnbruch has the golden arm.  The Aurora senior was masterful on the mound in two games last week, collecting 26 strikeouts -- 13 in each game -- as Aurora picked up two victories.  The Lady Huskies picked up an 8-0 win at Centennial Aug.
Some of the artwork that will be displayed in the Plainsman Museum from Aug. 30 to Sept. 30 as part of Impact Nebraska Artists ‘Color of Music-Rhythm of Art’. Left to right: “Mozart’s Summer Orchestra” by  Jerene Kruse made of fused glass, “Lyrical Cadence” by Beth R. Jasnoch made of metal, “Symphonic Connection” by Ken Hosmer which is a watercolor painting and “Concerto to a Grand Adventure” by Jana Van Housen which is an assemblage made, in part, from a violin from a Goodwill.

Some of the artwork that will be displayed in the Plainsman Museum from Aug. 30 to Sept. 30 as part of Impact Nebraska Artists ‘Color of Music-Rhythm of Art’. Left to right: “Mozart’s Summer Orchestra” by Jerene Kruse made of fused glass, “Lyrical Cadence” by Beth R. Jasnoch made of metal, “Symphonic Connection” by Ken Hosmer which is a watercolor painting and “Concerto to a Grand Adventure” by Jana Van Housen which is an assemblage made, in part, from a violin from a Goodwill.

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Impact Nebraska Artists to debut exhibit at Plainsman Museum The Plainsman museum will feature the first ever Impact Nebraska Artists exhibition in Aurora starting Aug. 30 and lasting until Sept. 30.
Justin Wolf stepped in as CEO at Memorial Community Health in June, sitting down this week to talk about the challenges and opportunities of his new role.

Justin Wolf stepped in as CEO at Memorial Community Health in June, sitting down this week to talk about the challenges and opportunities of his new role.

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MCHI CEO shares initial insight Six weeks into his new role as CEO at Memorial Community Health, Justin Wolf said he has been impressed with the healthcare organization he now leads as well as its host community, while also recognizing that this is indeed a significant time of transition.
Valeriy, Kyril, Tatiana and Danial lay out their quilts and prayer shawls received from Aurora United Methodist Church. The family moved to Nebraska in mid-July as refugees from Odessa, Ukraine.

Valeriy, Kyril, Tatiana and Danial lay out their quilts and prayer shawls received from Aurora United Methodist Church. The family moved to Nebraska in mid-July as refugees from Odessa, Ukraine.

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Ukrainian family receives welcome from Aurora church On Feb. 24, Valeriy is out in the cool waters of the Black Sea as part of an international shipping company based in Ukraine. Within 24 hours, life for him and his family will be turned upside down.
Austin Allen began training camp last week with the New York Giants, working toward a possible opportunity on the 53-man gameday roster.

Austin Allen began training camp last week with the New York Giants, working toward a possible opportunity on the 53-man gameday roster.

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Austin Allen beginning NFL career in New York It was a phone call Austin Allen will never forget, one he waited several days for which left him with a chip on the shoulder.
Triniti Jensen, owner of Trin Jensen Photography in Aurora, poses on the other side of the camera for a change, sitting amongst boho pieces she now offers for rent as part of her side business, called The Bohemian Hatter.

Triniti Jensen, owner of Trin Jensen Photography in Aurora, poses on the other side of the camera for a change, sitting amongst boho pieces she now offers for rent as part of her side business, called The Bohemian Hatter.

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Trin Jensen Photography moves to downtown square Trin Jensen Photography is on the move, in more ways than one.
Levi SaBell, 2017 Aurora graduate, stands on the iconic No. 16 stadium hole at TPC Scottsdale in Arizona alongside Bob Vokey, one of the biggest names in golf.

Levi SaBell, 2017 Aurora graduate, stands on the iconic No. 16 stadium hole at TPC Scottsdale in Arizona alongside Bob Vokey, one of the biggest names in golf.

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SaBell tees up Titleist internship Five years ago, Levi SaBell hoisted championship gold alongside his Husky golf teammates, Aurora’s first and only title in the NSAA era.
Six-year-old Cara Dennis puts in some time at the Aurora tennis facility early Monday morning. Aurora’s facility will host a six-week tennis clinic for anyone ranging from 5 years old to adults.

Six-year-old Cara Dennis puts in some time at the Aurora tennis facility early Monday morning. Aurora’s facility will host a six-week tennis clinic for anyone ranging from 5 years old to adults.

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Tennis lessons getting first serve in Aurora  Four years after cutting the tape on a brand-new tennis facility, the next phase of growing the game in Aurora is underway.