ANR format revisions reflect accelerated pace of change

Change has always been part of the newspaper business. Just as local news reflects the times, so too does the way it is delivered and consumed.

Open dialogue on tough city budget issues a welcome change

Aurora city leaders have worked hard to avoid sending residents a dreaded “pink postcard” notice this year, and for that they deserve credit.

Real growth value a key economic indicator

When you work for a 15-member board of directors who check in periodically over the course of the month, it is very important to have a clear vision of what they expect you to be working on in the days and weeks around those meetings.

Focus on change

Change. It’s one of the few constants in life, and yet every time we go through it people often say “I wish things didn’t have to change.” Like it or not, whether it’s people, things or circumstances, life changes every single day.

Hamilton County valuations still rising, but at slower pace

Sticker shock has been the norm in recent years when the Hamilton County Assessor’s annual valuation report comes out. Last year’s increase of more than half a billion dollars in a single year was nothing short of jaw-dropping. This year’s total, though still record-setting, feels more measured.

From hospice to head of parade, Mom still inspires

She did it again.At 90 years of age, my mother continues to surprise me, filling our family with pride in ways I never expect. This past Saturday, she did it once more in a way that was both unexpected and deeply moving.

Parents can restore the fun of school sports for their kids

A somewhat startling statistic was revealed last week at the first-ever parents sports information meeting in Henderson held for the new H&H sports coop involving the Hampton and Heartland school districts.

Stay in your lane, and hope trucking industry does too

When your 20-ton paper shipment shows up the wrong way and the driver can’t explain why, it’s a crash course in today’s trucking industry: expect the unexpected.That’s the name of the game these days when working with the U.S.

ANR changes pending

After months of planning, the Aurora News-Register has introduced a series of format changes designed to increase both the quantity and timeliness of local news distribution, as well as a new circulation rate structure necessary to support those objectives.

Work, courtesy of 1st Street road crew appreciated

Dear Editor:I am writing this letter to say “Thank You” to Mid-Nebraska Land Developers. To Aurora citizens who are not aware, they are the company who is doing the work on 1st Street.