Facts should convince voters to back sales tax

Dear Editor:As proud citizens of the city of Aurora, we, the undersigned, strongly support the effort of our city government to enact a 1.5 percent sales tax.

City’s sales tax plan based on vague promises

Dear Editor:I strongly encourage the residents of Aurora to consider the facts surrounding Resolution 24-05 when voting on May 14, and be leery of vague promises, half-truths, and fear of what “could be.”Resolution 24-05 will institute a 1.

Vote NO on city sales tax

Dear Editor:I have been watching with interest and concern the information that is coming out about the Aurora city sales tax issue. The city is proposing to collect an extra $1,000,000 to $1,300,000 above what it currently collects, which is a massive increase.

County clerk shares insight into primary vote counting procedures

Editor’s note: Hamilton County Clerk Jill DeMers submitted the following letter in response to local feedback regarding the pending May 14 primary election.Dear Editor: There is a lot of information floating around on social media about the integrity of elections.

Turning the page

Graduation is a poignant milestone, a threshold that signifies the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter. As caps are tossed into the air and diplomas are handed out beginning this weekend, a flurry of emotions accompanies the ceremonial proceedings.

A celebration of faith, family and heritage at Kronborg

The pages of the past caught up to me last week in a most meaningful way. I’ve always known my roots were planted deeply here in Hamilton County, but a book that’s been in my family for several generations gave me an even broader perspective.

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor:In last week’s column titled “Our state’s judiciary is unaccountable,” Sen.

Mission Critical site an example of what hard work, vision can accomplish

Each year, Economic Development Week is celebrated from May 6-10th to recognize and honor the dedicated work of economic developers and their contributions to communities around the world.

Short recess

It may be a short recess for Nebraska lawmakers.Though the 2024 60-day session officially ended Thursday, state lawmakers know that they will be headed back to Lincoln one day soon to tackle a property tax relief plan most Nebraskans agree is a top priority.

Voter ID petition exchange

Dear Editor:While shopping a person meets a petitioner for Voter ID.Petitioner: “Sign our Voter ID petition.”Person: “Do I need ID to sign?”Petitioner: “No, we check your information and signature on your registration.”Person: “You just explained why we don’t need Voter ID.”Kent Goertzen,Aurora