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Though not mentioning any specific industry by name, Nebraska State Chamber of Commerce officials reported last week that the state’s leading industries, including manufacturing, fared better than many other states.

Though not mentioning any specific industry by name, Nebraska State Chamber of Commerce officials reported last week that the state’s leading industries, including manufacturing, fared better than many other states.

State Chamber forum reports Nebraska well poised to grow when pandemic ends

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
State and regional business leaders took “a deep dive” Nov. 4 into what’s happening throughout Nebraska’s economy, concluding that the state is in far better condition than most to not only survive the COVID pandemic, but to emerge well positioned for growth.
Chad Carlson plugs his electric vehicle into the newest charging station just north of the Youth Center.

Chad Carlson plugs his electric vehicle into the newest charging station just north of the Youth Center.

Aurora welcomes 2nd electric vehicle charging station

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
As electric vehicles (EVs) become more widely available and affordable, more and more people are choosing them as their method of transportation. That brings with it the need to have EV charging stations throughout the country.
Three surviving brothers share their story in the News-Register’s salute to veterans section.

Three surviving brothers share their story in the News-Register’s salute to veterans section.

‘Anchors Aweigh, my (5) boys’

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
David Proctor made a decision in 1946 that would change the course of his life, and that of his four younger brothers. All five — including David, Bob, Dean, Bruce and Carlos — answered their country’s military call to serve at a very young age.
Heartland United Way

Heartland United Way

Dine United event to benefit food pantry

News Staff
Thursday, November 5, 2020
The Heartland United Way will be teaming up with local food pantries, the Crisis Center, Hope Harbor and Salvation Army Nov. 17 to raise awareness and funds to help fight hunger and homelessness in Hall, Hamilton, Howard and Merrick counties.
Ditch fire near Marquette.

Ditch fire near Marquette.

Ditch fire spreads near Marquette

News Staff
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
A call went out on Tuesday around 2 p.m. for a ditch fire on 22 Road just west of Marquette. Marquette fire chief D.J. Frauendorfer reported that cause of the fire was most likely a cigarette thrown out of a window.
Unofficial election results

Unofficial election results

Hamilton County tops 80% voter turnout

Cheyenne Rowe
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
Hamilton County showed up in force for Tuesday’s General Election, with more than 80 percent of registered voters weighing in. In accordance with the unofficial election results from Hamilton County, as of noon on Nov. 4, 5,607 ballots were cast in this year’s election.
Schools adjust COVID protocol

Schools adjust COVID protocol

COVID risk dial now in the red

News Staff
Wednesday, November 4, 2020
The Central District Health Department’s risk dial crossed into high-alert red zone last week, prompting area school officials to take another hard look at COVID-19 safety protocols.
The Otto House featured on Airbnb

The Otto House featured on Airbnb

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News Staff
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
‘The Otto House’ legacy lives on Andrew and Taylor Willis purchased this historic home on M Street and have announced plans to list it on Airbnb as “The Otto House,” in honor of the late Tim Otto7.
Astin Kennedy kneels next to one of the many markers that he placed in the Aurora Cemetery as part of his Eagle Scout project.

Astin Kennedy kneels next to one of the many markers that he placed in the Aurora Cemetery as part of his Eagle Scout project.

Eagle Scout project pays tribute to veterans’ memories

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
The Boy Scouts are a known part of many of the events that take place at the Aurora Cemetery. This led Troop 28 member Astin Kennedy to find the project needed to complete his Eagle Scout rank.
Madison Avenue, site of planned expansion

Madison Avenue, site of planned expansion

City approves Madison Avenue expansion

News Staff
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
City leaders agreed last week to hire JEO Consulting for several projects related to a planned 335-foot extension of Madison Avenue, the main access road in the 40-acre development on the southwest quadrant of Aurora’s I-80 interchange.