News & Events

Want to Give Back to the Community

Join us on Thursday April 22nd or Friday April 23rd to give back to the community. We are looking for volunteers to help out with the curbside pickup. Volunteers will ride along at the direction of the City Street Department and will help load and unload the trucks and trailers. Consider signing up HERE. Shifts are 4 hours each.

All volunteers will be provided gloves and a 30 day admission pass the Aurora Recreation and Community Center. Admission passes must be used within one year of issuance.

Now Accepting Applications for Employment

The City of Aurora is accepting applications to fill three (3) entry level, temporary / seasonal positions, two (2) laborers and one (1) landscaping caretaker. Positions pay $10 - $12 per hour depending on qualifications. Temporary employees receive all legally mandated benefits (such as worker’s compensation and social security), but are ineligible for the entire City’s benefit program (such as health insurance). Hours are flexible, but are generally Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The day will include a half an hour, unpaid lunch.

Help Us Build Aurora’s New Pool!

The Aurora Diner is accepting direct donations from anyone that would like to contribute to building the new City Pool. Anyone who donates will have their name added to a drop of water and added to the front window display.

If you would like to donate directly using Paypal scan the QR Code to the left.

2021 Facade Improvement
Matching Grant Program

Awards Announced

After another successful 2020 Façade Improvement Matching Grant (FIMG) program the City has announced 2021 awardees for the 2021 FIMG Program.

Aurora COVID-19 Testing

April 1st - 30th

A mobile testing facility has been set up at the River Creek Village Shopping Center, 13950 Wilson Creek Rd., Aurora, IN 47001. Testing is free, but you MUST be an Indiana resident. Facility will maintain operation month to month depending on need.

You can register for testing by phone: 866-284-8788, or online by clicking link below. Will accept walk-ins.

Unemployment Resources

Those who have been layed off due to coronavirus, or have otherwise had their employment/business be impacted due to the pandemic are encouraged to file for unemployment benefits. Below are some links to resources that will get you started.

File a Claim

Indiana Unemployment Website

Indiana Unemployment Contact Page

Indiana Unemployment Web Chat Link

Community Business Highlight

City of Aurora Congratulates

Second Time Around and Krypto’s Comix are housed in the James P. Coulter Building, built in 1860, at 311 Second Street Aurora. The building owned since 1994 by Nancy & Ben Turner opened business May 4, 2017 with antiques and collectibles accumulated over the years and acquired from family members. The day to day business is operated by youngest son Joey and daughter in law Tabatha.

Along with opening of the alley side windows and extensive roof replacement, Second Time Around was fortunate to receive a façade improvement grant for exterior painting as well as a sign grant in 2018 from the City of Aurora.

Krypto’s Comix featuring new and collectible comics and toys is planning a grand reopening in May 2020 with an expansion to the second floor of the building.

Open Wednesday afternoons, Thursday thru Sunday opening at 10:00am can be found on FaceBook @secondtimearound311

Vistas of Aurora

Whether you come to Aurora, you are treated to a charming view of a river town which is historic, yet constantly changing. The appealing panoramas of the many spires and 19th century buildings are punctuated by countless small details, both attractive and creative, that have been capturing people’s attention for over a century and a half. We hope after watching this slideshow you’ll want to walk the streets in our Historic District, looking for these and other sights which say “Welcome,” and “Stay awhile!”

New Businesses

The Mayor, Aurora City Council, Main Street Aurora, and Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce have welcomed the following new or re-opened businesses to Aurora with ribbon cuttings since December 2016.