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Business

Library used book sale coming up later this week

Reading a good book is like visiting an old friend, and this week, books are up for grabs and there are plenty of friends to ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, October 7, 2014 10:43 am

Austin High School

REACH program hits the high school

Austin High School has adopted a program for students who may have previously slipped through the cracks. REACH, which stands for relationships, education, accountability, character and ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Sunday, October 5, 2014 8:01 am

Education

Breathing the stress away; Yoga class promotes health and wellness to Ellis staff

Staff members at Ellis Middle School laid mats on the auditorium stage Thursday afternoon and started warming up, getting ready for their first staff yoga ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, October 3, 2014 10:33 am

FEATURE SPOT -- HOT ISSUES

Mower Refreshed launches Refreshed Dining

Mower Refreshed just launched a new program to help people eat out and still be healthy. Mower Refreshed announced the start of the Refreshed Dining ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, October 2, 2014 10:32 am

News

Tour touts solar panels in Austin

Chuck Meyer’s garage has been helped him cut his energy bills for almost a year. That’s because Meyer and his wife, Leslie, have a 12-panel, 3.3 ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, October 2, 2014 10:31 am

Best Bets

Best Bets: Halloween makes an appearance

The first weekend of October is filled with fall fun. With Halloween showing it’s face, some comedy and fundraisers, this weekend will have something for ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, October 2, 2014 10:22 am

Education

Vision 2020 group promotes biking, walking as students head to school

Under their own power With school in session, students have several choices on how to get to school. With the International Walk to School Day ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, September 30, 2014 10:18 am

austin public schools

Making a healthy change to the cafeteria

The Austin High School cafeteria is getting new food options for students. “The goal with those changes is to really help our kids be healthier,” School ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Sunday, September 28, 2014 5:03 pm

Austin High School

Jen Haugen settles in

After moving from Hy-Vee to the Austin Public Schools, Dietitian Jen Haugen is already in tune at the district. “I’m loving it, it’s great,” Haugen said. Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Sunday, September 28, 2014 7:05 am

Business

Riverland showcases new fire/EMT training space

Austin unveiled a new fire station of sorts to the community Thursday night. Riverland Community College held an open house to showcase the 3,500-square-foot new training ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, September 26, 2014 10:28 am

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Exercise with Evie grooves on after founder passes away

For the past five years, members of the Mower County Senior Center had the opportunity to exercise with Evie. Although the program will continue, the ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, September 25, 2014 11:25 am

Business

Historical society hosting its annual fall festival

Fall is upon us, and with that comes festivals to help enjoy the season. The Mower County Historical Society is hosting its annual Fall Harvest ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, September 25, 2014 10:37 am

Best Bets

Best Bets: Music is in the air

There’s a treat for ears this weekend as several events flow through Austin on the sound waves. With concerts, workshops and helping out the neighbors, ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, September 25, 2014 10:33 am

Agriculture

Pumpkins, memories and kitties – Years of smiles and experiences follow 26 years of Farmer Johns

For 26 years, Farmer John’s Pumpkin Patch has been putting smiles on faces and giving people a taste of farm life. “You almost need to ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Wednesday, September 24, 2014 10:27 am

Education

School board OKs max 5.5 percent levy hike; Health safety costs drive increase

The Austin Public Schools Board approved the 2015 maximum levy at a 5.5 percent increase at Monday’s meeting in the District Office Conference Room. The ... Read more

by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, September 23, 2014 10:49 am

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