City Of Aurora Extends Emergency Declaration; Reschedules Spring Clean-Up

Public access remains restricted to all City facilities until May 5.

(Aurora, Ind.) – The City of Aurora has announced the renewal of a public health emergency declaration due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In response to Governor Holcomb’s extended stay at home order, Mayor Mark Drury signed an executive order on Monday stating that the City of Aurora will be under a public health disaster emergency until May 5.

Under the order, public access will remain restricted to all City facilities including but not limited to the Aurora Recreation and Community Center, City Hall and all other City of Aurora public offices.

Mayor Drury is urging community members to follow all CDC guidelines and preventative measures to help control and contain the spread of COVID-19.

 In addition, the City of Aurora has cancelled the spring city clean-up scheduled for April 21-23. A tentative reschedule date has been set for May 14-16.

The City will continue with the reconstruction of Third Street with initial demolition set to begin later this week. Third Street will remain open during the initial phases.

More from Local News


Events

Governor Ceremonially Signs New Law Sponsored by Zimmerman

The law aims to connect homeless Hoosiers to services, protect public safety.

North Dearborn Student Named National County Government Week Essay Contest Winner

One winner was chosen in each of the AIC’s six districts.

D.I.C.E. Challenge Awards $40,500 to Local Entrepreneurs

Six individuals or duos received funding for their business ideas.

Field Dedication Ceremony Set for Wednesday at South Ripley High School

A baseball and softball doubleheader will follow the ceremony.

Local Sports Report - April 20, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

South Ripley Grad Leaves Hauser for New Coaching Gig

Trent Moorhead has a highly successful run at Hauser.

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Luke Combs - She Got The Best Of Me

John Michael Montgomery Letters From Home 17:53
Travis Tritt More Than You'll Ever Know 17:50
Jameson Rodgers Cold Beer Calling My Name 17:42
Craig Morgan Redneck Yacht Club 17:39