Education
Committee forming to conduct study of space at preschool, elementaries
A community committee is forming to study space needs at the Community Learning Center, as well as the local elementary schools. CLC Director Amy Baskin ...
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News
Forum for the word: Poet’s Open Mic gives an opportunity for prose at Sweet Reads
A plate of Ritz crackers, spread with honey and arranged on a gold plate, is passed around the circle. “Communion anyone?” Lisa Deyo jokes as ...
by Deb Nicklay, Sunday, December 17, 2017 7:41 am
News
Last minute appeal mounted for SA’s Red Kettle campaign
The Austin Salvation Army is mounting a last-minute appeal to the community in hopes of closing the gap between lagging donations and its 2017 goal. ...
by Deb Nicklay, Friday, December 15, 2017 7:50 am
Education
Fresh off the rails; Woodson kids ride the Express and say hi to Santa
Woodson kindergarteners, as they have for the last several years, rode the Polar Express on Wednesday, ending their journey with a visit from Santa Claus. ...
by Deb Nicklay, Thursday, December 14, 2017 9:17 am
Education
Health commissioner praises Sumner’s culture of good health
Austin is home to Minnesota’s lone entry on “America’s Healthiest Schools” list
by Deb Nicklay, Wednesday, December 13, 2017 7:37 am
Education
Austin School Board approves and certifies levy, accepts audit
As expected, the Austin School Board on Monday unanimously approved a 2.04 percent increase to its property tax levy, payable in 2018. Members voted after ...
by Deb Nicklay, Wednesday, December 13, 2017 7:35 am
News
Photo: Library Board service honored
The Austin Library Board said goodbye to two of its members on Monday, during its regular meeting. Kristen Olson, left, served for three years on ...
by Deb Nicklay, Wednesday, December 13, 2017 7:26 am
Faith
Plenty of room in this barn; Community Christmas gathering draws more than 200 in 2nd year
ADAMS — Under the barn’s vaulted ceiling, strung with garland and miniature lights, neighbors gathered to spend an hour celebrating the season with friends, good ...
by Deb Nicklay, Tuesday, December 12, 2017 9:31 am
truth in taxation
School Board to consider its 2018 levy on Monday; Public hearing on property taxes to begin at 6 p.m.
The Austin School Board is expected Monday to approve its annual property tax levy, payable in 2018, that will have a 2.04 percent increase over ...
by Deb Nicklay, Saturday, December 9, 2017 1:46 pm
News
Child care shortage meeting is Monday; Participants to review ideas
Ideas about how the Austin area can address its child care shortage were aired during a Rural Child Care Innovation Program town hall meeting in ...
by Deb Nicklay, Saturday, December 9, 2017 1:45 pm
News
Photos: Looking like A Handmade Christmas
Shoppers take in the artwork of Katie Stromlund at A Handmade Christmas on Friday at the Hormel Historic Home, where scores of crafters and independent ...
by Deb Nicklay, Saturday, December 9, 2017 1:38 pm
News
Franken announces resignation; DFLers react to embattled senator’s decision, questions mount
Local and state DFLers Thursday called U.S. Sen. Al Franken’s decision to resign was a needed move, and expressed sorrow for those who alleged he ...
by Deb Nicklay, Friday, December 8, 2017 9:00 am
Education
Hayfield mourns loss of band director; Dennis Conroy, 54, dies suddenly at his home
On Wednesday, the Hayfield School District website carried four words, but they were powerful: “We will miss you.” No name was needed; in this small ...
by Deb Nicklay, Thursday, December 7, 2017 8:31 am
News
Movie bittersweet for Lyle native; Jeff Bridges portrays Duane Steinbrink who helped form the Granite Mountain Hotshots
Duane Steinbrink and four alumni from the Granite Mountain Hotshots gathered some 20 actors for a training that would take them hiking up New Mexico ...
by Deb Nicklay, Wednesday, December 6, 2017 8:58 am
Local Government
Port Authority buys land for development; Former Hy-Vee building remains on the market
The Austin Port Authority is expected on Wednesday to approve the sale of 10.45 acres of city-owned property along 14th Street Northeast, a condition that ...
by Deb Nicklay, Wednesday, December 6, 2017 8:42 am
SportsPlus
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Best Bets, Odds for the Vikings vs. Falcons Game – Week 14
The Atlanta Falcons (6-6) bring a three-game losing streak into a meeting against the Minnesota Vikings (10-2) on…