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Man sentenced for dumping hazardous waste near Aurora

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
United States Attorney Joe Kelly announced that Edward Miller, age 44, formerly of Sidney, Neb., was recently sentenced by Senior United States District Judge Laurie Smith Camp to 33 months’ imprisonment for the disposal of hazardous waste without a permit near Aurora.
Hampton Public Schools staff members Joel Miller (left) and Jan Ediger help to pass out free BBQ pulled pork meals to the public, courtesy of the Roger Bamesberger family. The line stretched down the block. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

Hampton Public Schools staff members Joel Miller (left) and Jan Ediger help to pass out free BBQ pulled pork meals to the public, courtesy of the Roger Bamesberger family. The line stretched down the block. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

Hampton TDLC Cruise Night gets people out and about

Cheyenne Rowe
Wednesday, August 19, 2020
The 19th annual TDLC Car Show in Hampton highlighted Friday night with its usual array of classic cars, classic music and barbecue sandwiches for all to enjoy.
It was a special occasion as recent Husky grad Jessica Wert received a scholarship from the Aurora Alumni Association. Those present for the check presentation were, from left: Christy Wert, Jessica Wert, Jeff Wert, Aurora High School Principal Doug Kittle and Sandy Howland of the Aurora Alumni Association. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

It was a special occasion as recent Husky grad Jessica Wert received a scholarship from the Aurora Alumni Association. Those present for the check presentation were, from left: Christy Wert, Jessica Wert, Jeff Wert, Aurora High School Principal Doug Kittle and Sandy Howland of the Aurora Alumni Association. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

New Aurora alumni scholarship established

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
An unusual year, 2020 has seen many changes in activities which also includes the Aurora Alumni Association. With no banquet or reunions this year, there has been no revenue to fund the scholarships that this organization provides.
New High Plains teachers

New High Plains teachers

New High Plains teachers

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
High Plains Community Schools welcomed in several new staff members for the 2020-21 school year. Those beginning their first year at HPC include front row from left: Katie Bowman, Kindergarten, Lynn Hofmann, 12-12 English, speech, one-act, Taylor Jones, Kindergarten.
Aurora Lions Club presents Garden of the Week

Aurora Lions Club presents Garden of the Week

Aurora Lions Club presents Garden of the Week

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Jay Merten (left), the first vice president of the Lions Club presented Garden of the Week to the Dyer family: Sydney, Julie, Jackson and Darin. The garden features colorful tomatoes and bright sunflowers north of Aurora.
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Koepke joins First National Bank

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
60 Years Ago – 1960 Oran Reisinger has opened a DX service station on the northeast corner of the square in Aurora. The new station will be known as Oran’s DX Service and is now open for business. Merle Kissel has been employed as station attendant. FN Gary Berck of the Navy and his sister, Mrs.
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Driver, vehicle deadline approaching on Aug. 31

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Gov. Pete Ricketts’ announcement at the start of July rescinding Executive Order 20-05 began the countdown for Nebraskans to ensure their driver license, vehicle title and vehicle registration are up to date by Aug. 31. Any new car sales tax or fees currently due, must also be paid by Aug. 31.