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Plaintiff in suit against Austin police, city dies

A former Austin man, who sued police officers and the city of Austin for allegedly shocking him with a Taser while he was suffering a ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Sunday, December 22, 2013 12:02 pm

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Someone to help area Salvation Armies big-time: Donor will match each city station up to $25,000 in two-day push

Lt. David Amick had a clear sense of urgency in his voice, almost panic, on Thursday. But he had to get the word out quickly, ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 11:00 am

gcs

Sudanese conflict touches Austin, AL

Mathiang Akoi of Austin spoke with his sister on the phone Sunday night and discovered she, family and friends were OK in the midst of ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:51 am

Education

Coming home: Katie Baskin talks about returning to Austin as AHS Principal

For Katie Baskin, accepting the role as principal of Austin High School is sort of a career homecoming. She was a math teacher at Ellis ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:47 am

Holiday

16th annual Christmas dinner set at St. Olaf

For the 16th year, a spirited family and community volunteers will celebrate Christmas at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. The 16th annual free Christmas ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:12 am

Best Bets

Best Bets: All signs point to Christmas

Nativity scenes, joyous music, good food and fellowship: Austin has it all within a week of Christmas. Whether you want entertainment or have nowhere to ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:11 am

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Someone, something to help area Salvation Armies big-time

Donor will match each city station up to $25,000 in two-day push Lt. David Amick had a clear sense of urgency in his voice, almost ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 6:03 pm

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Dr. Herman Miller: Residents remember well-known doctor, dedicated churchgoer

His arms were the first to hold some people who still live in Austin today. Others his age, to those generations younger, have received his ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:57 am

Business

Doing the business shuffle: Star Liquor moves next door to larger space; New Dimensions takes its place

The business shuffle is under way at Jim’s MarketPlace shopping center on 11th St. NE in Austin. Jim Baldus — owner of Jim’s MarketPlace grocery ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:38 am

News

Eagles to host second annual free Christmas dinner

For the second year in a row, the Eagles Club of Austin will provide a free, early Christmas dinner for those who may not have ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:37 am

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Always a reason to honor: Friend surprises fellow veteran with medal

Every time veterans Dan Stewart and Mike Duncan get together, something unexpected could happen. When the two met on Tuesday at Perkins in Austin, it ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Wednesday, December 18, 2013 10:42 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

2 former Austin priests among 14 accused of sexual abuse

The list also includes two priests who served in Albert Lea, one who served in Brownsdale, one in Hayfield, and one in both New Richland ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Tuesday, December 17, 2013 10:19 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Electronics, groceries missing after theft

A homeowner is missing electronics, clothing and food after a reported burglary on Saturday night in Austin. According to the police report, the homeowner said ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Tuesday, December 17, 2013 10:06 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Truck reported missing

Police are looking for a truck that was stolen in Austin sometime between Friday night and Saturday morning. According to the Austin Police Department’s report, ... Read more

by Matt Peterson, Tuesday, December 17, 2013 9:37 am

News

An ever-important partner

Service organizations rely on United Way funding each year Read more

by Matt Peterson, Monday, December 16, 2013 7:34 am

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