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Aurora, Stanislaus County, California facts for kids

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Aurora is a small, quiet place located in Stanislaus County, California. It's not a city with its own government, but rather an unincorporated community. Think of it as a neighborhood that's part of the larger county, nestled right in the middle of Modesto, California.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community like Aurora doesn't have its own city hall or mayor. Instead, it's directly governed by the county. This means that services like police, fire, and roads are managed by Stanislaus County, not by a local city government. Many small towns and communities across the United States are unincorporated.

The Name Aurora

The name Aurora comes from the Spanish language. It's a beautiful female name, and it also means "dawn" in Latin.

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