Alex Smith, Author at Austin Daily Herald - Page 5 of 13

ADH exclusives

New head at I.J. Holton: McAndrews to start as new principal in July

I.J. Holton Intermediate School will look to new leadership this fall as Angi McAndrews will take the reins as principal. “I’ve been really interested and ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, June 12, 2016 10:01 am

ADH exclusives

Philomathian to close; Religious book store dating to 1907 to shut its doors July 31

The Philomathian Book Store has been a staple of downtown Austin for several decades, but after months of contemplation, co-managers Judy Gerlach and Sharon Wagner ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, June 10, 2016 11:04 am

ADH exclusives

‘Quite the journey’; Pacelli graduates 12

Green and white tassels with a golden ‘16 charm bounced around from the hats of students as the 2016 Pacelli graduates glided down the center ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, June 9, 2016 11:15 am

ADH exclusives

Austin is a little sweeter; New book and candy store opens on Main Street

At first glance, customers could mistake new bookstore Sweet Reads for a childhood dream. On one wall, a large wooden train car filled with historical ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, June 6, 2016 10:23 am

ADH exclusives

Williams files to run against Gabrielson

James Williams is unhappy with the direction of the county board and he wants to make a change. The 33-year-old recently filed to run for ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, June 6, 2016 10:13 am

ADH exclusives

Brownsdale farmer to run for U.S. House

After unsuccessfully campaigning to be a U.S. Senator several times before, Steve Williams is ready to give the other side of Congress a try. Williams ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, June 5, 2016 1:01 pm

Education

Schultz wins AHS Artist of the Year

Senior Keenan Schultz knew he had tough competition going into the Artist of the Year assembly, but his hard work and confidence paid off in ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, June 2, 2016 10:15 am

FEATURE SPOT -- HOT ISSUES

Kicking off with a celebration; Summer Kickoff Jam to be held June 3

Vision 2020 and its Destination Downtown committee are ready to kickoff the summer with music, activities and food for the community. The fourth annual Summer ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, June 1, 2016 10:31 am

Memorial Day

The ultimate sacrifice: Area Memorial Day schedules set

Flags around Austin, Mower County and Minnesota will be lowered to half-staff Monday to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country for ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 29, 2016 2:01 pm

Gene Dornink

A new challenger for Sparks: Hayfield carpenter running for state Senate

For Republican Gene Dornink, his goals if elected to the Minnesota Senate are as simple as ABC: be accountable, go back to the basics, and ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 29, 2016 1:01 pm

Woodson Kindergarten Center

Dancing in the rain

Although it may have been gloomy outside, Woodson Kindergarten Center was beaming with energy Friday morning. Elementary school principals from Sumner, Neveln and Southgate competed ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 29, 2016 7:01 am

Education

Roaring with excitement; Science museum presents dinosaur program

Rows of kindergartners collectively gasped as they saw a large dinosaur bone pulled out from under a table. Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, May 25, 2016 10:21 am

Mower County Commission

Polly Glynn set to run for 2nd term

Polly Glynn enjoyed her first term as the District 2 Mower County commissioner and she’s ready to run again after officially filing for reelection. “I ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 22, 2016 11:41 am

Austin High School

Music Man marching on

During an after school lesson Wednesday afternoon, Bradley Mariska helped one of his students with a difficult section of concert music. Playing alongside the student ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 22, 2016 10:17 am

News

In the seats of history; Southgate students visit historical society

Edna Hill teaches Southgate Elementary School fourth graders about Mower County history during a Wednesday field trip at the Mower County Historical Society. Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, May 19, 2016 10:27 am

< Older Newer >

SportsPlus

  • Construction Updates

  • Southern Minnesota News Collection