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FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Franken’s office to lead talks on drug costs

The Mower County Senior Center is looking for about 25 to 30 seniors to share their stories about paying for prescription medications. Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Wednesday, March 16, 2016 12:14 pm

Agriculture

An eye on waterways; SWCD still has buffer work to do as county hits 94 percent in compliance

Aaron Gamm pointed at a mowed grassy area running from a field to dried, pushed down grasses that finally dipped into the waters of Dobbins ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Tuesday, March 15, 2016 10:48 am

Austin City Council

Great for Austin? Vision 2020 leaders tout rec center plan, but residents will have chance to speak out

The plan to build a joint YMCA and Community Recreation Center at the Austin Municipal Plant is nearing crunch time, but residents will have their ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Sunday, March 13, 2016 1:00 pm

Austin Living Magazine

It’s time to show off your creativeness

Austin Living is in the early stages of planning for its second edition of Austin Expression, a literary magazine that runs in the July-August issue. ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Sunday, March 13, 2016 7:01 am

Business

Craft beer tasting, beard contest adding bacon-tasting in 2nd year

Beards, brews and bacon will converge at the Austin Holiday Inn Austin Conference Center on Saturday. The Holiday Inn will hold Brew, Beards & B.S., ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Friday, March 11, 2016 10:28 am

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

A loving tribute; Daughter, family honors late father on her special day

Ten years and a day after Dan died from complications to cancer, Dylane Ulwelling married Nico Wallat. Though her father couldn’t walk his youngest daughter ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Thursday, March 10, 2016 10:34 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

A matter of safety; Permanent metal detector could be added to courthouse

It’s likely only a matter of time until all people entering the Mower County Jail and Justice Center will need to pass through a metal ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Wednesday, March 9, 2016 11:01 am

Business

Utilities board OKs rec center power plant plan

Vision 2020 is one step closer to acquiring the former downtown Austin Municipal Plant to build a Community Recreation Center at the site. Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Wednesday, March 9, 2016 10:58 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Population dips at county jail

Mower County’s jail population has dipped after peaking at just under 100 late last year. Mower County Sheriff Terese Amazi told the county board Tuesday ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Wednesday, March 9, 2016 10:50 am

Mower County Commission

Vision 2020, county discuss challenges

Mower County and Vision 2020 leaders came together last week to share some challenges the community is facing today and potential hope for the future ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Sunday, March 6, 2016 1:01 pm

Courts and Crime

Drug sentencing reductions prompt legislative battle

State Sen. Dan Sparks, DFL-Austin, says he’s tending agree with law enforcement and county attorneys who’ve spoken out about controversial changes to the state’s drug ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Sunday, March 6, 2016 10:32 am

Business

County to explore assessment situation

Mower County is officially going to explore whether to run all property assessments through the Mower County Assessors Office or to continue letting cities and ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Friday, March 4, 2016 10:16 am

Business

Solid waste ordinance may take more time; County turning to specialist for help with permit plan

Mower County is seeking a specialist’s help as it continues work to update how it handles solid waste permits, but the move could mean it ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Friday, March 4, 2016 10:15 am

FEATURE SPOT -- HOT ISSUES

Bridging the gap; County facing more than $100M in road and bridge repairs

Mower County is facing more than $100 million in road and bridge needs for the next decade, and it’s unlikely any legislative action will fully ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Thursday, March 3, 2016 10:51 am

Business

Mower will have to wait to recycle new plastics

Mower County residents will likely have to wait until September to start recycling more plastics. The Mower County board voted last week to add plastics ... Read more

by Jason Schoonover, Thursday, March 3, 2016 10:31 am

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