Education
Sharing the blessings
Success Closet and Packer Pantry working to address student needs In an effort to help students in need, schools in Austin are taking a proactive ...
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Columnists
50 states, 50 heroes: Counterattack
Born Jan. 3, 1927, in Portsmouth, Virginia, Richard Thomas Shea Jr. attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute before dropping out in 1944 to enlist in the Army. ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 28, 2020 6:30 am
Mower County
Last week’s flu vaccine clinic hailed as a success
The Mower County Health and Human Services’ flu vaccination clinic held last Thursday at the Austin Holiday Inn and Conference Center saw over 220 people ...
by Mike Stoll, Wednesday, November 25, 2020 6:50 am
Mower County
Keep these Turkey Day fire safety tips in mind this Thursday
For fire departments across the nation, Thanksgiving can be a busy day. According to the National Fire Protection Association, Thanksgiving is the leading day for ...
by Mike Stoll, Wednesday, November 25, 2020 6:50 am
Law Enforcement
Law enforcement taking educational approach to new COVID restrictions
Local law enforcement is opting to continue its policy of educating those found in violation of COVID-19 restrictions after Gov. Tim Walz announced new restrictions ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 21, 2020 6:50 am
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Lyle man pleads guilty in drunk driving accident
A Lyle man who struck another vehicle while driving under the influence in February has pleaded guilty in the incident. Brett Alan Frank, 42, pleaded ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 21, 2020 6:50 am
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Austin man pleads not guilty to drug sales, theft in Olmsted
An Austin man who is awaiting disposition on charges of drug sales, firearm possession and theft in Mower County made an appearance on Tuesday in ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 21, 2020 6:50 am
Columnists
50 states, 50 heroes: ‘Red Mike’
Born April 25, 1897, in Rutland, Vermont, Merritt Austin Edson grew up in Chester, Vermont. He joined the National Guard and was a student at ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 21, 2020 6:30 am
Local Government
Council approves permit for Rec Center storage building
The Austin City Council unanimously approved a building permit for the Austin Community Rec Center to build a storage building during its regular meeting Monday ...
by Mike Stoll, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 6:50 am
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Man gets 15 years probation for aggravated robbery
Antoine Davis, 22, of Austin was sentenced to 15 years of probation for felony second-degree aggravated robbery on Monday in Mower County District Court. He ...
by Mike Stoll, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 6:50 am
Health
‘Every case of flu prevented is worthwhile’
Mayo officials emphasizing importance of flu vaccine As the beginning of the peak flu season approaches, Mayo Clinic officials are expressing concern about the ...
by Mike Stoll, Monday, November 16, 2020 5:00 pm
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Grand Meadow body identified as Iowa man
The body of a man found dead on Nov. 10 in a Grand Meadow Township ditch has been identified as David Warne Sutter, 67, of ...
by Mike Stoll, Monday, November 16, 2020 9:43 am
Local Government
Fire hydrant utility fee on council agenda
The Austin City Council will vote on the preparation, adoption and publication of an ordinance establishing a fire hydrant maintenance fee during its next regular ...
by Mike Stoll, Sunday, November 15, 2020 7:01 am
Business
‘A tough pill to swallow’
Local businesses react to governor’s new COVID-19 restrictions On Tuesday, Gov. Tim Walz announced new restrictions on social gatherings, celebrations, receptions, bars and restaurants in ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 14, 2020 7:02 am
Columnists
50 states, 50 heroes: A corpsman’s courage
Born Aug. 8, 1924, in Ogden, Utah, George Edward Wahlen dreamed of being an aircraft mechanic. When he enlisted in the Navy in 1943, he ...
by Mike Stoll, Saturday, November 14, 2020 6:30 am
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