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Vikings give their backfield to Mattison, seeking efficiency on the ground and against the cap

EAGAN, Minn. — The market devaluation of running backs across the NFL moved this summer from a trend to a bitter clash between the best ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 8:40 am

Mower County

In the limelight: New direction for MCT opens up the world  of theater for campers 

It’s after a rehearsal and new Matchbox Children’s Theatre Executive Director Angela Sedgwick Perry is going through notes with her actors. It marked the end ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 1, 2023 7:09 pm

Mower County

Man charged in Friday collision that sent several to hospital, including 16-year-old

Jeffer Lorenzo charged seven counts related to crash – two of them felonies   An Austin man has been charged after making a first appearance ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, August 1, 2023 1:47 pm

Mower County

One in jail after two-vehicle crash Friday night that sends several to the hospital

An Austin man is being held pending charges in relation to a two vehicle crash late Friday night in which several people were injured including ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, July 31, 2023 9:50 am

Mower County

Steps Forward: A new county position is opening the door to resources that will help frequent flyers stay out of jail

Mower County Sheriff Steve Sandvik was seeing what many were seeing at the Mower County Jail — a cycle of recidivism that saw familiar faces ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, July 28, 2023 6:54 pm

Mower County

Liberian community to celebrate its independence day

Those in Austin of Liberian descent will be celebrating their country’s independence day next weekend. The Liberian Association for Progress is inviting the public to ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, July 28, 2023 6:21 pm

Grand Meadow

Grand Meadow man sentenced to prison for criminal sexual conduct

A Grand Meadow man accused of criminal sexual conduct involving a teenage girl over multiple occasions is going to prison for close to eight years. ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Thursday, July 27, 2023 5:15 pm

Mower County

Austin man charged with selling drugs from a business acquitted; more trials looming

Upcoming trials includes one where accused was allegedly involved in 2021 drive-by shooting   An Austin man on trial for several drug-related offenses as well ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Wednesday, July 26, 2023 6:00 pm

Grand Meadow

40 years of safety: Grand Meadow firearm safety instructor honored for four decades of service

For 40 years, certified youth firearms safety instructor Steven Hovda has been helping kids become proficient and safe in the use of firearms. On Saturday, ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, July 25, 2023 7:15 pm

Mower County

Recycling center addition moving forward

Commissioners have approved a bid from Joseph Company for the building of a 5,400 square foot recycling center that would add on extra services including ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, July 25, 2023 6:52 pm

Mower County

County recognizes two retirements during Tuesday morning meeting

During its Tuesday meeting, the Mower County Board of Commissioners recognized the retirements of a pair of longtime employees in Case Aide Rosie Ramos and ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, July 25, 2023 6:35 pm

Mower County

Trish Harren rescinds resignation, will continue in role as county administrator

Board of Commissioners unanimously approves   County Administrator Trish Harren has rescinded her June resignation and will be remaining in that role after it was ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, July 25, 2023 12:11 pm

Mower County

Extreme heat settles in, fire department preaches safety

Despite the dry conditions, the area has been enjoying pleasant temperatures over recent weeks, but that is about to change as a heat wave settles ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, July 25, 2023 10:15 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Man serving 15 years probation for criminal sexual conduct sentenced to prison

A man serving 15 years probation stemming from a 2018 criminal sexual conduct case is going to prison after violating that parole. Ethan Greeley Dulitz, ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, July 24, 2023 1:30 pm

Mower County

Neighborhood block party provides fun and learning

During the dog days of summer, Austin Aspires is doing what it does best by facilitating a neighborhood block party each week to keep the ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, July 21, 2023 6:44 pm

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