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Fair time for fun; Nancy Finley named Fair Person of the Year

While many fair-goers only see the finished product of food vendors, 4-H exhibits and a carnival of activities during fair week, there’s lot of work ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, August 10, 2016 11:02 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Vandals graffiti historical society trains; Passenger car and caboose get tagged

When John Haymond began preparing for fair week, he did not expect removing graffiti to be on his to-do list. However, the passenger and caboose ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, August 10, 2016 10:45 am

Education

That’s a wrap; Summerset Theatre closes 49th season with ‘Harvey’

“Harvey” was a classic story of Vic Wylde’s childhood, and now he’s sharing the love. Wylde is directing “Harvey,” Summerset Theatre’s last production of its ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 2, 2016 10:35 am

Business

Business leaders: Road sales tax unfair; Engineers outline need for county infrastructure funding

Austin business leaders spoke out against Mower County’s proposed half-cent sales tax during a public hearing Monday night in the basement board room of the ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 2, 2016 10:32 am

Education

MCA test results stagnant in Austin, Minnesota

With a slight uptick in reading and static results in math, the Austin Public School District’s MCA scores reflect what many schools in Minnesota are ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 2, 2016 10:28 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Car engulfed in flames at Sixth Street exit ramp

The Austin Police Department and Austin Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on the Sixth Street East bound exit ramp of Interstate 90around 4:13 ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, August 1, 2016 10:16 am

HORMEL 125

One heck of a party: Community, visitors come together to celebrate 125 years of Hormel

After two years of planning, coordinating and creating a family event for all ages, Jaynee Sherman was excited to see all of her and the ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, August 1, 2016 6:03 am

HORMEL 125

Cracking the can to a new future: Spam Museum holds grand opening

The only thing separating the public and the officially opened Spam Museum was a Spam print ribbon, decorated with a multi-colored, can label bow. But ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, July 31, 2016 1:01 pm

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Austin’s night out; Public invited to meet officers, tour vehicles

Families and children have an opportunity to get insight on what it’s like to be a police officer in Austin this Tuesday. The Austin Police ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, July 29, 2016 9:41 am

HORMEL 125

Spam on display; Spam Museum impacts business downtown, increased hours for some

Thanks to the Spam Museum’s recent move to 101 Third Ave. NE, many businesses and restaurants downtown are serving up Spam and seeing new customers. ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, July 28, 2016 10:57 am

HORMEL 125

Celebrating more visitors; Downtown businesses prepare for extra traffic

With 10,000 to 15,000 visitors expected for Hormel’s 125th anniversary celebration this Friday in downtown Austin, area businesses are getting ready to serve the masses ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, July 28, 2016 10:50 am

Business

New owners, new ideas; Lansing Corners Supper Club set to open Aug. 15

New owners Tammy and Ward Jeno hope they can bring Lansing Corners back to its golden days — but with a twist. “We want to ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, July 26, 2016 10:47 am

Business

Cedars Market to start on Wednesday

Starting on July 27, the Cedars of Austin will offer a new farm-to-market vendors geared towards seniors in the community. It will be held in ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, July 26, 2016 10:22 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Drivetrain stolen from Austin resident’s vehicle

Officers responded to an Austin resident in the 2100 block of Second Avenue Southeast that reported the drivetrain from his pick-up truck was missing Sunday ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, July 25, 2016 10:01 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Stove causes minimal damage in house fire

The Austin Police and Fire Departments responded to a house fire in the 1200 block of Third Avenue Southwest around 8 p.m. on Friday. According ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, July 25, 2016 10:01 am

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