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Mower County

Friendship Wagon Train works its way through the area

Slowly but surely, the 2022 Friendship Wagon Train made its way across Mower County Monday morning, as it rolled toward its yearly goal of raising ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, June 20, 2022 8:10 pm

Local Government

John Mueller to run unopposed for reelection in the First District

Incumbent John Mueller is running unopposed as he is up for reelection for the Mower County Board of Commissioners First District seat. Mueller defeated Tim ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, June 17, 2022 7:18 pm

Mower County

Parks and Rec details next steps against EAB

Emerald Ash Borer discovered in Austin in late May Citizens of Austin will play a significant role in mitigating the impact of the Emerald Ash ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, June 17, 2022 7:09 pm

Education

APS to raise lunch prices, returning to pre-COVID standards

During Monday night’s Austin Public Schools Board Meeting, the board approved a raise of 10 cents that will affect lunch prices at schools across the ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, June 17, 2022 7:00 pm

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Austin man pleads not guilty to multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct with a child

An Austin man accused of 10 counts of felony criminal sexual conduct with a child under 13 has made an initial court appearance in Mower ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, June 17, 2022 6:30 pm

Mower County

Iowa man sentenced to prison in criminal sexual conduct case

An Iowa man has been sentenced to prison for felony second degree criminal sexual conduct with a child under 16. Charles Wesley Jones, 42, was ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Thursday, June 16, 2022 6:29 pm

Mower County

Kiwanis honors Barnes with Division Star Award

The Austin Noon Kiwanis Club had a dignitary in its midst Wednesday over the noon hour, however, in this case it was a dignitary they ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Wednesday, June 15, 2022 4:45 pm

Local Government

Longtime jail employee retires after 30 years

Mower County said goodbye to a long term Mower County Jail employee Tuesday morning during the Mower County Board of Commissioners. After three decades with ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, June 14, 2022 6:49 pm

Mower County

Week of events launch effort for Alzheimer’s walk

With an eye toward increasing participation in Austin, organizers for the Albert Lea/Austin Walk to End Alzheimer’s are expanding some of the summer events in ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, June 14, 2022 6:40 pm

Education

APS board approves referendum for November election

The Austin School Board on Monday night approved a special election this fall for another run at an operating referendum that if passed would generate ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, June 14, 2022 6:29 pm

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Man pleads guilty in case connected to gun theft

A man who was arrested and who allegedly was involved in a case of stolen guns has made his pleas in the case in Mower ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Tuesday, June 14, 2022 6:19 pm

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

VIDEO: Suspect wanted in connection to Sunday armed robbery

The Austin Police Department is looking for a suspect involved in an armored robbery at Reeds Fourth Avenue Convenience Store Sunday morning. According to a ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, June 13, 2022 12:02 pm

Mower County

Photos: Celebrating Austin’s pride

Austin celebrated pride and acceptance during Sunday’s first-eve Pride Fest held in downtown Austin, a celebration to show that communities work best when  every member belongs. ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Monday, June 13, 2022 9:46 am

Business

Food for the Soul: Lawlasoe Restaurant opens up for new experiences

There’s a new dining experience available in Austin and its owners are hoping to share a little of their culture along the way. Lawlasoe Restaurant ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, June 10, 2022 6:59 pm

Mower County

Hayfield youth taking on 150-mile fundraising ride

Anthony Schnable, who will be heading into seventh grade next school year in Hayfield, doesn’t shy from a challenge, even if it’s a 150 mile ... Read more

by Eric Johnson, Friday, June 10, 2022 6:46 pm

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