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Olivia Lawless (left) and Cole Oswald get a few pointers on scholarship applications from AHS guidance counselor Sheila Hasenkamp.

Olivia Lawless (left) and Cole Oswald get a few pointers on scholarship applications from AHS guidance counselor Sheila Hasenkamp.

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News Staff
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Seniors look toward ‘new normal’ college stories Area youth getting ready for their senior years, or getting ready to fly the nest and head off to the next step in their educational journey, might be facing the most unique horizon of any in a long time.
Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen is growingly alarmed by the power of big tech companies to control what can be said on social media platforms, so much so that he proposed a bill to start a conversation about online censorship.

Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen is growingly alarmed by the power of big tech companies to control what can be said on social media platforms, so much so that he proposed a bill to start a conversation about online censorship.

Friesen bill targets social media fairness

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Dist. 34 Sen. Curt Friesen is growingly alarmed by the power of big tech companies to control what can be said on social media platforms, so much so that he proposed a bill to start a conversation about online censorship.
Central Community College paramedicine students treat a patient simulator in a photo taken pre-pandemic. Cheyenne Massey, left, is a CCC graduate who now works full-time for the Aurora Fire Department.

Central Community College paramedicine students treat a patient simulator in a photo taken pre-pandemic. Cheyenne Massey, left, is a CCC graduate who now works full-time for the Aurora Fire Department.

Central Community College offers fast-track to workforce

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
More and more high school students hoping to get an early start on their careers are taking the community college path, a strategy benefitting young graduates as well as business and industries looking to hire them.
The demolition crew forces out a window frame from the top floor as they slowly work to clear the sections nearest the event center.

The demolition crew forces out a window frame from the top floor as they slowly work to clear the sections nearest the event center.

End of an era in Hordville

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
A sporadic thud reverberated throughout Hordville on a chilly morning Jan. 19. Residents could be seen walking around the former school building as a construction crew chipped away at the exterior walls.
ANR

ANR

Seniors benefit from continued local Merrymakers presence

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The Merrymakers Association has been bringing joy to some of Hamilton County’s older community members through a handful of local performances, both digital and in-person. This non-profit organization’s goal is to help brighten lives through music.  “Smiles, toe tapping, clapping and singing along!
Tamara Brophy sits surrounded by her various creations that range from decorative plates to ornaments, bows and earrings.

Tamara Brophy sits surrounded by her various creations that range from decorative plates to ornaments, bows and earrings.

Earrings, bows and masks, oh my

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The ongoing pandemic has given many people down time and Auroran Tamara Brophy used her extra time to create.  This life-long crafter has been creating leather earrings, bows, masks and ornaments. “I love to craft,” she explained. “I have always loved to craft.
Aurora Huskies

Aurora Huskies

AHS to offer new mechatronics academic pathway

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
An exciting new academic opportunity will be waiting for Aurora High School students next year, as administration works to finalize a mechatronics program partnerships with Central Community College.  Aurora High School principal Doug Kittle explained that he and Supt.
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.
Steven Robotham of Marquette stands proudly with his current selection of hand-crafted pens that consist of plastic, wood and antler.

Steven Robotham of Marquette stands proudly with his current selection of hand-crafted pens that consist of plastic, wood and antler.

This week's top stories

News Staff
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Marquette resident Steven Robotham helps others write in style  Everyone uses pens in some way throughout their day and Steven Robotham of Marquette has found a way to add a new layer of sophistication to the typically cheap accessory.
Tyler Nunnenkamp polishes the inside of a vehicle as part of his new business, Nunnenkamp Auto Detailing. He started his home-based Aurora business in November and said he has been pleased with the initial response.

Tyler Nunnenkamp polishes the inside of a vehicle as part of his new business, Nunnenkamp Auto Detailing. He started his home-based Aurora business in November and said he has been pleased with the initial response.

Nunnenkamp launches auto detail venture

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Tyler Nunnenkamp had a vision years ago of owning his own business. He’s reached that goal now with Nunnenkamp Auto Detailing, after finding a detour around a roadblock life threw in his path.