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News

Harnessing the skills; Area center teaches people how to horseback ride

Riding a horse can be a fun way to enjoy a summer day, but for new riders it can be a daunting pastime to take ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 29, 2015 10:27 am

Business

Faith and hope in Haiti; Austin family preparing for 3-year mission to work with orphans

Holly and Dan Ravenhorst and their three children are taking a step of faith and heading on a three-year journey to Haiti. The Ravenhorsts plan ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, May 28, 2015 10:43 am

Education

Trom is AHS Artist of the Year; Senior was one of 11 up for annual award

Austin High School senior Maggie Trom wasn’t counting on winning the Artist of the Year Award Wednesday afternoon. “I seriously didn’t expect it,” she said. ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, May 28, 2015 10:37 am

Best Bets

Best Bets: A weekend with things for all moods

This weekend is filled with great things to do and many things to learn about. Whether you’re in a serious mood, ready to listen to ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, May 28, 2015 10:31 am

Education

Accommodating growth; Expansion project underway for new gymnasiums, classrooms

Grand Meadow Public Schools officially broke ground for its expansion project Tuesday morning. As rain sprinkled down, school board members, student council members and business ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Wednesday, May 27, 2015 10:29 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Boat motor stolen over weekend

According to Police Chief Brian Krueger, a victim reported an electric MotorGuide trolling motor, which was attached to the victim’s boat, missing at the 900 ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Wednesday, May 27, 2015 10:20 am

Business

Open to online care; Health kiosks gain more patients as pilot project continues

Mayo Clinic Health System — Austin and Albert Lea are finding out people are receptive to receiving health care in new ways. Three Mayo Clinic ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, May 26, 2015 10:18 am

Grand Meadow Public Schools

Grand Meadow expansion to hold ground breaking Tuesday

Grand Meadow Public Schools will break ground at 10 a.m. Tuesday for its expansion project. The school is moving forward with a new physical education ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Sunday, May 24, 2015 7:01 am

austin public schools

AHS group promotes robot

With each tote Furious George’s robot lifted, the children at Woodson Kindergarten Center oohed and ahed a little louder before breaking into applause when all ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Sunday, May 24, 2015 4:01 am

Business

Options for the future; Riverland hosts Healthcare Career Exploration Day

Tina Jibi screamed in delight after she extinguished a fire Thursday afternoon at Riverland Community College in the Fire and EMS Center. “It feels great,” ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 22, 2015 10:50 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Another home burglarized while residents slept

Officers responded to a burglary report around 5:30 a.m. today at the 300 block of Sixth St. Southwest. According to Police Chief Brian Krueger, someone ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 22, 2015 10:36 am

Best Bets

Best Bets: A weekend to honor veterans

A three-day weekend is a good way to relieve stress and take time to visit family and friends. But don’t forget to celebrate Memorial Day ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, May 21, 2015 8:18 am

Faith

3 churches give vehicles to Austin moms; Several others get free repairs

Tina Janning didn’t know she would bring home a different van when she dropped her vehicle off at Cornerstone Church Saturday. Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Monday, May 18, 2015 10:29 am

Education

Parents discuss online school

A Minnesota school wants parents to know enrolling in public or private schools aren’t the only two options available to students. Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Monday, May 18, 2015 10:18 am

75th anniversary

Stepping toward the future; Riverland class of 2015 commencement held Friday

For Jennifer Prins, 31, graduating from Riverland Community College was one step closer to getting a job she wanted, even if it took five years. Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Sunday, May 17, 2015 7:01 am

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