Edgerton

Eric Kothe, left, and Brad Consbruck were among the neighbors helping in a Nov. 15 harvest bee. Also helping were Ron and Gene Consbruck.

Eric Kothe, left, and Brad Consbruck were among the neighbors helping in a Nov. 15 harvest bee. Also helping were Ron and Gene Consbruck.

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News Staff
Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Neighbors return favor to Giltner farmer Richard LaBrie has been on the giving end of a harvest bee, helping friends and neighbors bring in their crops when they could not.
Brittany Lozdoski, left, and Denise Bone combined efforts to offer Aurora elementary students a farm-to-school taste test.

Brittany Lozdoski, left, and Denise Bone combined efforts to offer Aurora elementary students a farm-to-school taste test.

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News Staff
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Serving up a farm-to-school taste test in Aurora Aurora elementary students had a special treat on the menu last week, a taco salad featuring ingredients mostly grown on a nearby farm.
Mark Janzen, a mill room operator at Grain Place Foods, is shown making organic bird food at the plant near Marquette.

Mark Janzen, a mill room operator at Grain Place Foods, is shown making organic bird food at the plant near Marquette.

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News Staff
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Shortage puts premium on quality workers Hamilton County has prided itself for decades on its quality workforce and strong work ethic, which were more important than ever this past year with all the uncertainties in the midst of a pandemic.
The Edgerton Explorit Center’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is back again this year with even more festive fun for guests of all ages.

The Edgerton Explorit Center’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is back again this year with even more festive fun for guests of all ages.

Edgerton Spooktacular planning festive fun

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
The Edgerton Explorit Center’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is back again this year with even more festive fun for guests of all ages. Running from 1-4 p.m.
London Wolff with UNL’s Canine Cognition and Human Interaction Lab explains how she works with her dog Linus to the campers.

London Wolff with UNL’s Canine Cognition and Human Interaction Lab explains how she works with her dog Linus to the campers.

Campers learn the science behind dogs

Jeni Obermier
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
People say dogs are a man’s best friend and the Edgerton Dog Science camp not only looked at how participants could train their canine companions but also the science behind it.
Edgerton staff members Nichole Havlik, right, and John Boeder, use a high-tech camera to show youth campers shooting images captured using ultra high-speed photography.

Edgerton staff members Nichole Havlik, right, and John Boeder, use a high-tech camera to show youth campers shooting images captured using ultra high-speed photography.

Edgerton, 4-H, Extension take aim at high-tech shooting lessons

Kurt Johnson
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Nineteen area youth had their sights set on the history of firearms and hunting last week, enjoying a hands-on learning experience while also helping to strengthen a growing partnership between the Edgerton Explorit Center, Hamilton County 4-H and the Nebraska Extension.
The Edgerton is set to host Easter fun this weekend.

The Edgerton is set to host Easter fun this weekend.

Edgerton Eggstravaganza on tap for Sunday

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
The Edgerton Explorit Center will be proudly hosting the return of its annual Easter Eggstravaganza. The event, set for Sunday from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Edgerton, is jam-packed with festive fun for science lovers of all ages.
During one of many virtual learning sessions Edgerton staff members Nicole Havlik (left), Deb Miller and John Boeder were on deck to educate, and make sure things went smoothly.

During one of many virtual learning sessions Edgerton staff members Nicole Havlik (left), Deb Miller and John Boeder were on deck to educate, and make sure things went smoothly.

Edgerton holiday fundraiser cancelled, donations still critical

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Out of concern for the safety of its own community, the staff and board of Aurora’s Edgerton Explorit Center have decided to cancel the annual holiday fundraiser celebration.
Last year's Edgerton Spooktacular was a big hit!

Last year's Edgerton Spooktacular was a big hit!

Edgerton Spooktacular to haunt Sunday

Cheyenne Rowe
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
With much anticipation, the Edgerton Explorit Center’s ninth annual Halloween Spooktacular will be back in action for another festive year.  This event, hosted Sunday from 1-4 p.m.