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Mower County

Photos: Rolling thunder at the NTPA Truck and Tractor Pull

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by Eric Johnson, Thursday, August 10, 2023 8:23 pm

Mower County

A day with kangaroos: Thorni Ridge gives people a wild experience at the fair

Curtis Tufte, of Austin, was a busy little boy Thursday afternoon. Afterall, there were kangaroos to feed. Curtis and his dad, Brett Tufte, were among ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Thursday, August 10, 2023 5:00 pm

Mower County

AFD preaches awareness during drought after Wednesday grass fire

A grass fire Wednesday, which claimed a number of items and crept onto properties just outside of Austin, has the Austin Fire Department asking people ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Thursday, August 10, 2023 3:18 pm

Mower County

UPDATE: Bruins scrimmage fundraiser part of larger community effort for Wyatt Hamlin

Editor’s note: Updates with amount raised over the two days. In the last few days, the city of Austin has come together in an effort ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Wednesday, August 9, 2023 3:27 pm

Mower County

Herb & Murl’s serving the fair one final time

After nearly seven decades, owners make the move to retire the grill   It’s Monday morning and Barb and David Granholm, along with their grandchildren Isaac ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 7:18 pm

Mower County

One more housing box checked off

Officials break ground for apartments in downtown Austin   After about a year and a half of behind-the-scenes work, shovels were put in the ground during ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 7:16 pm

Business

City Council okay’s AU expansion to meet municipality growth

The Austin City Council, during their work session Monday night, gave unanimous approval for next steps in Austin Utilities request to expand territory. According to ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 7:08 pm

Columnists

The Wide Angle: Keep your fair memories close

Over the years, I’ve noticed a lot of weird parallels between my early life in little ole Lake Wilson and here. And no, I don’t ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 6:36 pm

Mower County

City Council gives initial approval of moratorium regarding cannabis sales, use

The Austin City Council on Monday night advanced a moratorium out of work session that issues guidance regarding cannabis sales and use within the city ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 8:59 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Man in early June shooting amends plea as part of plea deal

The man charged with attempted murder and assault in the case of an early June shooting that sent one to the hospital has amended his ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, August 7, 2023 3:19 pm

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

LeRoy man sentenced to jail, probation in child abuse case

A LeRoy man accused of a pattern of child abuse has received jail time and probation. Jeffrey Michael Phillips, 40, was sentenced to 90 days ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, August 7, 2023 1:29 pm

Mower County

Finding clarity: With new recreational cannabis law comes plenty of questions

A new Minnesota law, that makes recreation cannabis use legal in the state, went into effect on Tuesday. Hailed throughout by supporters leading up to ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, August 4, 2023 6:48 pm

Business

Growth of a Dream: Austin couple starts up cut flower business

Located in rural Mower County, Kenzie and Alex Weis have grown a special place on Earth and now they’ve begun sharing that with people through ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, August 4, 2023 6:05 pm

LeRoy

UPDATE: Man who skipped trial for 2021 assault case, now faces felony in Wisc.

Was arrested Wednesday night in Buffalo County, Wisconsin   A man who failed to show for part of his jury trial Wednesday in Mower County ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, August 4, 2023 3:00 pm

LeRoy

Man arrested in Wisc. after skipping felony trial for 2021 LeRoy assault

A man who failed to show for a jury trial Wednesday in Mower County District Court and has since been arrested in Wisconsin, has been ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Thursday, August 3, 2023 9:47 am

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