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This quonset was one of several parts of the Mickey property that was damaged during the Sunday morning storm. Though no tornado was confirmed, Barbie Mickey noted the wind sounded like a freight train. Clint Mickey’s father, Curt, is seen here helping clean up Sunday. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

This quonset was one of several parts of the Mickey property that was damaged during the Sunday morning storm. Though no tornado was confirmed, Barbie Mickey noted the wind sounded like a freight train. Clint Mickey’s father, Curt, is seen here helping clean up Sunday. News-Register/Cheyenne Rowe

Winds rip through area

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Winds raged west of Aurora Sunday morning, tearing through cornfields, trampolines, pivots and even farmsteads in the area of 12th and K roads. Upon further inspection properties owned by Aaron Oswald, Mike Oswald and Clint Mickey sustained the brunt of the damage.
Justin Blase, owner of Banana Rams in Hordville, stands in front of a new beer garden bar which he, his father and brother built during the pandemic shutdown. Bars in the county were allowed to open their doors serving up to 50 percent capacity as of June 22. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

Justin Blase, owner of Banana Rams in Hordville, stands in front of a new beer garden bar which he, his father and brother built during the pandemic shutdown. Bars in the county were allowed to open their doors serving up to 50 percent capacity as of June 22. News-Register/Kurt Johnson

Phase 2 protocol gives area bars green light to serve

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Last week’s shift to Phase 2 safety protocols opened the doors for bars in Hamilton County, with owners and patrons alike excited to be able to get together and relax with their favorite beverage.
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CDHD reflects optimism, concern with COVID battle

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
The Aurora City Council agreed last week to support the Central District Health Department’s efforts in its on-going coronavirus battle after hearing a detailed report from its executive director, who cautioned that the COVID pandemic is far from over.