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Facts should convince voters to back sales tax
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. We believe that this vote is a sincere effort by our city council and mayor to ensure the stability and economic health of our community now and in the years to come.
Northwest sweeps District B-5 track & field titles
AURORA, Neb. (KSNB) - The NSAA District B-5 Track & Field Championships were held in Aurora on Tuesday, with athletes competing to qualify for the state tournament at Omaha Burke. Ten teams competed in the district in total. The Northwest boys and girls took home the district championships in the...
New-look Kernels prepare for 4th straight trip to state baseball tournament
CENTRAL CITY, Neb. (KSNB) - The Kernels baseball co-op is headed to Omaha for the state tournament, something that has become expected in the short history of the program. However, this season saw big changes to the co-op, now in its seventh season. “Well when the program started we were...
Baseball Game Preview: Central City/Centura Takes on Douglas County West
Central City/Centura has enjoyed a four-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They will square off against the Douglas County West Falcon at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The two teams each escaped (but just barely!) with wins against their previous opponents. Central City/Centura's pitching crew...
David’s Morning Forecast - Chilly start, beautiful afternoon
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Mainly clear skies and light winds allowed temperatures to drop into the low 40s and even upper 30s across the area to start the day. Definitely on the chillier side for early May! You’ll want the jacket heading out the door this morning, but you won’t need it all day long. Some highs clouds drifting in from the south this morning giving us some filtered sunshine should thin out by this afternoon. With mainly sunny skies, temperatures should warm fairly quickly, climbing into the lower 60s by Noon. A southeast breeze at 5-15mph will develop by afternoon, helping to push our high temperatures toward 70 degrees. It should really be a fantastic afternoon to get outside and enjoy the quiet weather.
Over 2,400 students in grades 6-12 compete in the 54th annual Cornhusker Trap Shoot
DONIPHAN, Neb. (KSNB) - Over 2,400 students in grades six to 12 competed in the 54th annual Cornhusker Trap Shoot in Doniphan. On Thursday, 6-8 graders shot 100 16-yard targets, and Friday the high school students shot 75 16-yard targets. Nebraska Game and Parks Shooting Sports Director, Rachel Carlson, said...
York Panthers add a Ram to their roster
FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTVF) -The Monroe Rams added another name to the list of students who signed on to be a student-athlete in college. Kaylee Collins has made her decision, and decided to sign her national letter of intent for the York University Panthers volleyball team. The Panthers are located in...
Aurora man arrested after search warrant uncovers meth, fentanyl, firearms
AURORA — An Aurora man was arrested a search warrant executed on a residence uncovered methamphetamine, fentanyl and several firearms. According to a press release from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, deputies severed a search warrant in the 500 block of 14th St. in Aurora. While executing the...
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. Hampton High School’s graduating class will...
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