Columnists

Mondays with the Mortician: Cremation requires planning

Eric Weerts Mondays with the Mortician Over the years, I have been asked about cremation by my own ...

Columnists

Putting a focus on Minnesota’s youth

By Dan Sparks State Senator, District 27 While I tend to focus on issues surrounding agriculture, workforce issues ...

Best Bets

Best Bets: Singing in the rain

Enjoy the sounds of music this weekend as Austin students take on popular movie songs, adults take on ...

Education

Ask a Trooper: Slowed speed important near all schools

Sgt. Troy Christianson Minnesota State Patrol Question: What does the reduce speed sign that says “when children are ...

Al Batt

Al Batt: Weather — the great conversation inspiration

I loved seeing so many new people at bingo this week. There were many first-timers. Yes, I’m just sorry that ...

Columnists

Raising awareness in the autism fight

Happy Easter.  I hope your day is filled with whatever brings you joy, peace, and love. I have ...

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Man will give talk on living with diabetes

Do you know anyone that is a diabetic? Diagnosed and undiagnosed diabetes in the United States: Total: 29.1 ...

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Full Circle: When grills and sounds easily ID’d a car’s make, model

Do you remember when the make of cars was easily identifiable? When even folks who were not interested ...

Best Bets

Best Bets: Easter Bunny and his baskets

Get ready for eggs, a bunny and great food this weekend, as Easter hits Austin. Collect eggs, eat ...

Business

Questions to consider for legacy gifts

Jeff Baldus Austin Area Foundation director Austin Area Foundation helps residents plan ahead, visiting questions that should be ...

Columnists

Sexual abuse is a scary truth that can’t be ignored

Child sexual abuse affects families in our community. A 2005 study by the CDC estimates that one in ...

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On the march to better reading

News last month from the Minnesota Reading Corps was so good that it made headlines in the March ...

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Ask a Trooper: ‘Whiskey’ plates ID people with DWI history

Question: Could you explain the significance of the W on license plates?

Al Batt

Al Batt: With a good book, crammed planes aren’t so bad

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting: You’re eating a hotdog! I am. Who eats a hot dog for ...

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The impact of the arts is more than just economic

The positive economic impact artistic activities can bring to our community is only one of numerous benefits. These ...

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