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Devon Rasmussen had help from family members in remodeling the office space, and creating a new sign, for Elevated Living Chiropractic.

Devon Rasmussen had help from family members in remodeling the office space, and creating a new sign, for Elevated Living Chiropractic.

Rasmussen opens chiropractic clinic

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Inspired by the relief she found through chiropractic care as a multi-sport athlete injured often in high school, Devon Rasmussen set a goal of one day providing that same relief as a licensed chiropractor herself.  That day has arrived, as Rasmussen opened her own private practice Oct.
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4R approves girls wrestling

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
The votes are in. Girls wrestling will officially be hitting the mats at Aurora High School this winter as a school-sponsored activity.
Local efforts to raise funds in support of the Heartland United Way and its 17 community partner agencies received a boost this week thanks to an in-house campaign at BonnaVilla Homes in Aurora.

Local efforts to raise funds in support of the Heartland United Way and its 17 community partner agencies received a boost this week thanks to an in-house campaign at BonnaVilla Homes in Aurora.

BonnaVilla campaign nets $9,700 for United Way

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Local efforts to raise funds in support of the Heartland United Way and its 17 community partner agencies received a boost this week thanks to an in-house campaign at BonnaVilla Homes in Aurora. In total, BonnaVilla was able to raise $9,740 from pledges, auctions/spins and raffles.
The donation of 150 pairs of socks to Hamilton County was well received by Aurora school nurse Sharon Christensen (left) and counselor Erlinda Amen. Delivering the socks were Colleen O’Neill, vice president and Cheryl Schuett, treasurer of Gamma chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma.

The donation of 150 pairs of socks to Hamilton County was well received by Aurora school nurse Sharon Christensen (left) and counselor Erlinda Amen. Delivering the socks were Colleen O’Neill, vice president and Cheryl Schuett, treasurer of Gamma chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma.

Area sorority shares gift of socks

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
Socks are a daily used item that many people don’t think about, but the sorority of Delta Kappa Gamma worked to attain a grant to provide socks to students in Adams, Hall and Hamilton counties.
A public hearing is scheduled next week to review the village of Hampton’s blight study as the first step in a potential redevelopment effort focused on building additional housing.

A public hearing is scheduled next week to review the village of Hampton’s blight study as the first step in a potential redevelopment effort focused on building additional housing.

Hampton blight study first step in redevelopment effort

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, October 12, 2021
A public hearing is scheduled next week to review the village of Hampton’s blight study as the first step in a potential redevelopment effort focused on building additional housing.
Jim Koepke, left, and Emily Jasnowski, right, accept the Community Impact Award from Tammy Morris, executive director of the Hamilton Community Foundation.

Jim Koepke, left, and Emily Jasnowski, right, accept the Community Impact Award from Tammy Morris, executive director of the Hamilton Community Foundation.

Farr Trust leaves lasting impact

News Staff
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Frank and Alice Farr were credited more than 35 years after their passing for setting an example that proved to be game-changer for their beloved hometown Aurora.
Accepting the Hamilton Community Foundation’s Unsung Hero Award on behalf of the late Tim Otto was his sister, Sue Washburn. Presenting the award is Tammy Morris.

Accepting the Hamilton Community Foundation’s Unsung Hero Award on behalf of the late Tim Otto was his sister, Sue Washburn. Presenting the award is Tammy Morris.

Tim Otto recognized for behind scenes work as ‘unsung hero’

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Tim Otto worked quietly behind the scenes for many years as an attorney in Aurora, often putting his legal skills to use in a way that celebrated his combined passion for history and Hamilton County.
From left, Dale Saddler, Don Bish, Gary Bayne and Walt Jacobs stand together by their current project at the Plainsman Museum. This group of volunteers has been working on restoring vintage vehicles for the museum.

From left, Dale Saddler, Don Bish, Gary Bayne and Walt Jacobs stand together by their current project at the Plainsman Museum. This group of volunteers has been working on restoring vintage vehicles for the museum.

This week's top stories

News Staff
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Passion for cars unites volunteers Gary Bayne, Dale Saddler, Walt Jacobs and Don Bish share a passion that has united them. Together they have become a volunteer group at the Plainsman Museum with a mission of bringing vintage vehicles to life.
One full month into the new school year enrollment totals are in with the four area districts reporting a combined increase of 28 students.

One full month into the new school year enrollment totals are in with the four area districts reporting a combined increase of 28 students.

Area schools post totals for enrollment

News Staff
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
One full month into the new school year enrollment totals are in with the four area districts reporting a combined increase of 28 students. Giltner Public Schools showed the biggest gain, up 32 students, while Aurora Public Schools had 12 more students enrolled and Hampton Public Schools six more.
As the area moves steadily into fall, three local towns are inviting people to head out for two days of shopping, dining and exploring.

As the area moves steadily into fall, three local towns are inviting people to head out for two days of shopping, dining and exploring.

Small Town Market Days designed as collaborative effort to shine light on area

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
As the area moves steadily into fall, three local towns are inviting people to head out for two days of shopping, dining and exploring. Small Town Market Days will see Aurora, Central City and Stromsburg joining together Friday and Saturday for a celebration of what each town has to offer visitors.