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Letter: Use surplus, not new taxes, for roads
By Bill Blazar and Sandy Forstner Minnesota legislators have been asked by Gov. Mark Dayton to support $11 ...
Al Batt
Al Batt: Leave the pricetag on exercise equipment
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting: Why do you go ice fishing? Because it’s nice to get away ...
Columnists
A better connection is worth the work
The Google Fiber project in Kansas City grabs a lot of headlines. As Austin continues its* exploration of ...
Columnists
Others’ Opinion: State, Congress can do more to help victims of sex trafficking
Last week, a 34-year-old self-described pimp was charged with luring a 12-year-old Rochester girl into prostitution. The Minneapolis ...
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Ask a Tropper: State law requires headlights at specific times for drivers
Question: Doesn’t Minnesota have a law that requires headlights if you have your wipers on? How does that ...
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POLL: Should the county switch to single-sort recycling?
Click here to read more about the possible changes to the county’s recycling program.
Columnists
Celebrate Austin’s awesome teams
One of the things my girls and I love to do is go to sporting events here in ...
Columnists
Poppe: Bills aim to keep state an ag leader
Over the 2013-2014 biennium, I had the honor of serving as the committee chair of Agriculture Policy in ...
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Small steps can set a child’s imagination on fire
Question: My children love books and stories. I would love to help them create their own stories. Do ...
Education
McDermott: Students STEAM ahead on projects for expo
Science Fair season is upon us and I.J. Holton Intermediate School will be the host site for the ...
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Full Circle: Old time ad provides ‘comfort’ for singles
Today I’m sharing with you an ad from 1920. It shows a forlorn older woman (okay, call it ...
Columnists
Our opinion: Revive the mall deal
At this point, continuing negotiations is only option It’s time for Martin Graff and Martin Goldman, the owners ...
Al Batt
Al Batt: Red-tailed hawks don’t have red tails until they’re 2
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club: Where is the Hanson place? It’s across the road from the Nelson place. ...
Columnists
Mondays with the Mortician: Be prepared for any unforeseen circumstances
“My aunt Joyce and I planned a trip together when I was young. We were going to California ...
Columnists
Under the dome; Wescott project represents exciting time for Austin
Mark Stotts Austin Public Schools director of finance and operations Facilities and maintenance operations are a critical function ...
SportsPlus
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Sunday, January 12
The Sunday college basketball schedule has plenty of quality competition on the docket. Our computer model has suggested…
NBA Spread and Total Picks for Today, January 12
There are plenty of exciting matchups on today’s NBA schedule, including the Denver Nuggets playing the Dallas Mavericks.…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Sunday, January 12
There are five games on the college basketball schedule on Sunday that feature a ranked team. That includes…
How to Watch the NBA Today, January 12
The Indiana Pacers versus the Cleveland Cavaliers is one game in particular to watch on a Sunday NBA…
Will Matthew Boldy Score a Goal Against the Sharks on January 11?
Can we anticipate Matthew Boldy lighting the lamp when the Minnesota Wild face off with the San Jose…