News
It’s a weekend for bicyclists
Several area groups are offering area residents a chance to learn all about bike safety. The groups are partnering to host the annual Bike Safety ...
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Faith
Grace Lutheran to hold annual service for veterans
One local church is again thanking veterans for their service a little early. Grace Lutheran Church, 2001 Sixth Ave. SE, will hold its annual Veterans ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 16, 2014 8:37 am
Education
Austin Football conference switch coming next year
Austin Public Schools won’t play Big Nine football starting in fall 2015. That’s because Minnesota is switching from conference play to district scheduling. Activities Director ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, May 13, 2014 10:33 am
Education
School district prepares for summer school services
Austin Public Schools’ summer school program is expanding. The district plans to expand summer school services for the second year in a row, as well ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, May 13, 2014 10:15 am
Best Bets
Best Bets: Family fun kicks off weekend for moms
Mother’s day is almost here. But last minute planners need not worry, there are some things going on over the weekend that people won’t want ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 9, 2014 10:38 am
Education
Classrooms going high-tech; Ellis students to get laptops next year, AHS the following year
Technology is about to take a bigger role in Austin classrooms. Ellis Middle School students are on track to receive laptops for the 2014-15 school ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 9, 2014 10:36 am
FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS
Donations keep memory alive; AHS senior honors friend lost to cancer
A lot of guys like to grow out their hair, but most of them attribute it to style preference. Cole Peterson grew his hair long ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 9, 2014 10:31 am
News
Kestner to appear on Good Morning America
Molly Kate Kestner is set to appear on the Good Morning America show on Wednesday, May 14, 2014. After her song "His Daughter" was viewed on ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 9, 2014 7:25 am
Education
60 balloons for 60 years: Banfield celebrates anniversary
Banfield Elementary School celebrated its 60th anniversary on Wednesday morning with a tree and 60 balloons. Students from first through fourth grades rushed to the ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Thursday, May 8, 2014 11:30 am
Business
Time to set food by the mailbox
The postal carriers in Austin hope to reclaim victory by beating their Albert Lea rivals this year when it comes to collecting food for the ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Wednesday, May 7, 2014 10:32 am
Education
Pacelli’s Shane DeSilva is heading to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in D.C.
While many kids would cringe at the thought of spending an entire hour every day working on spelling, 14-year-old Shane DeSilva doesn’t think it’s a ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 2, 2014 11:09 am
News
Climbing wall to be added at Austin pool
The Austin Municipal Pool will offer a way for local children to literally climb and jump into summer next month. A 16-foot climbing wall will ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 2, 2014 10:12 am
Best Bets
Best Bets: Austin ready to get out for good causes
This weekend is filled with things that will make you move. From walking to dancing, Austin will be grooving for good causes. 1. The power ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Friday, May 2, 2014 10:10 am
Education
5 schools get funding for breakfast
We have all heard that students learn better when they’ve eaten a healthy breakfast. The Minnesota School Breakfast Initiative thinks so too. The School Breakfast ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Wednesday, April 30, 2014 10:26 am
Education
Study: Board can improve planning
The Austin Public Schools Board took time Monday night to discuss what’s it doing well and how it can improve. During a study session Monday, ...
by Jenae Hackensmith, Tuesday, April 29, 2014 10:14 am
SportsPlus
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NFL Week 13 TV Schedule, Streams, Start Times, Channels
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Minnesota vs. Wisconsin Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread – Friday, Nov. 29
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