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Bernie

Woman helping out her best friend; Owner creates bucket list for dying pup with cancer

When Kacy VanderHorst’s dog, Bernie, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, she was heartbroken. In their five years together, the two became best ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, August 16, 2015 7:01 am

News

A thrilling time for all; GoldStar Amusements returns for 2nd year, adds petting zoo

“Look at that one!” Hannah Zerke, 7,  said as she pointed at a ride across the Mower County Fair’s midway. She was one of many ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, August 13, 2015 10:19 am

News

New and returning food at the fair

Plenty of variety for lovers of the carnival culinary arts Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, August 13, 2015 10:16 am

Agriculture

Carnival of fun: Mower County Fair under way; Peter Marx named Fair Person of the Year

With the Austin Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors surrounding him, Fair Person of the Year Peter Marx cut the ribbon and officially kicked off the ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, August 12, 2015 10:40 am

Agriculture

4-H’ers show off their fair projects

In the 4-H Hall, 4-H’ers anxiously waited with projects in their laps to conference with a judge Monday afternoon. Some had different art projects and ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 11, 2015 10:07 am

Mountain Bike Team

Pedaling progress; Volunteers work to complete mountain biking trail on time

Volunteers are pedaling full speed ahead on the construction of a mountain biking trail set to host a state meet this September. Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, August 10, 2015 7:01 am

Gold Star Amusement

A busy week for the fair; More music to rock at the grandstand

With new grandstand events, more carnival rides and other old favorites, the Mower County Free Fair is set to have a busy week starting Tuesday ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, August 9, 2015 7:01 am

4-H

4-H’ers to compete without live poultry

Even without live poultry, 4-H’ers will still show their knowledge and participate in different poultry events at the Mower County Fair this week. An outbreak ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, August 9, 2015 6:59 am

Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off

Giant pumpkin on display at the fair

When touring John Akkerman’s garden, it’s clear to see that he does everything in a big way. Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, August 9, 2015 6:59 am

Business

Rep. Bennett tours Mayo Clinic Health Connection kiosk

Enclosed in a bright blue room and surrounded by various medical equipment, state Rep. Peggy Bennett, R-Albert Lea, sat excitedly as a face on a ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, August 6, 2015 10:47 am

Business

Riverside upgrades top grant request list; Proposals total more than $800K

The Austin City Council made their top picks from 13 Hormel Foundation grant proposals at a council work session Monday evening. Mayor Tom Stiehm and ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 4, 2015 10:38 am

Business

Council OKs replacement of street lights; 50-60 LED lights to be installed each year

The Austin City Council voted 7-0 Monday night to replace 50 to 60 street lights a year with LED lights within the Austin Utilities current ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 4, 2015 10:23 am

Business

City approves MnDOT’s planned Hwy. 105 work

The Minnesota Department of Transportation will move forward with a construction project for the mill and overlay of Highway 105 through southwest Austin, also known ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 4, 2015 10:22 am

challenge

St. Cloud man chows down record

“Go, go, go!” Jennifer Forster cheered as she watched her husband, Jeremiah, compete in the Tendermaid Challenge Friday morning. Read more

by Alex Smith, Saturday, August 1, 2015 6:02 pm

Business

Austin’s new way; Christian-based coffee shop opens for business

The Way Cafe is putting a unique twist on nightlife in Austin. The Christian-focused coffee shop opened three and a half weeks ago and offers ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, July 31, 2015 10:41 am

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