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Austin kicks off Women’s History Month
Honoring the contributions made toward progress, Women’s History Month kicked-off at Austin High School Tuesday afternoon. For the ...
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Staloch chosen as new Blooming Prairie superintendent
A familiar face will be taking the lead for Blooming Prairie Public Schools starting next school year. Chris ...
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The stories they play: 24th biennial MACT*Fest to bring community theatres together for weekend
Where stories come to life, performers and theatre enthusiasts may find kinship with fellow community theatres this weekend ...
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Added civics class would be beneficial for teens statewide
We support a proposed bill at the Minnesota Legislature that would require 11th- and 12th-graders to take a ...
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Influence of Peace: Hormel MLK Essay Contest winners shares King’s dreams in Austin
Early Friday morning, Hormel Foods employees were reminded what it means to be a leader and to inspire ...
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IJ students, St. Mark’s residents bond over technology
Sitting inside one of the pods at IJ Holton Intermediate School, residents from St. Mark’s Lutheran Home were ...
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College Accolades
Isaac Arnold ranks top 2 percent at Iowa St. Isaac Arnold, a junior at the Ivy College of ...
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Learning about dental health
As you might guess, the number-one dental problem among preschoolers is tooth decay. One out of ten two-year-olds already ...
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Gifted education provides benefits for all
John F. Kennedy once said, “a rising tide lifts all boats.” Gifted education can be that rising tide, and ...
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Minnesota Senate backs snow-day relief for schools
The Senate voted 61-2 Thursday for a bill that would let district leaders shorten the academic year rather ...
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The music plays on: In honor of late band director, AHS to debut commissioned music piece
For those who had Dave Kallman as a teacher, his memory will forever be kept alive through one ...
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Banfield students test theory of fun through science fair
Shaking towers and moldy bread. If there was a question then Banfield Elementary School students sought to answer ...
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R-E-S-P-E-C-T – Pacelli’s Nanda headed to Scripps National Spelling Bee in May
After spelling her way into v-i-c-t-o-r-y during the Southeast Minnesota Spelling Bee last week, Neha Thawani Nanda has ...
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Where there’s smoke: Austin Public Schools tackles vaping, e-cigarette usage
When encountering underage vaping at Austin High School, Austin Police officer Jim Lunt knows firsthand how big the ...
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Spring fever? Keeping ourselves and our children healthy and happy
By Laura Marreel Pacelli Dean of Students This time of year is tough for many people. We are ...
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November 18 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options
The Washington Capitals versus the Utah Hockey Club is one of many strong options on Monday’s NHL schedule.…
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Monday, November 18
The outings on the Monday college basketball schedule for which we have suggested picks against the spread include…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Monday, November 18
Monday’s college basketball slate includes four games with a ranked team on the court. Among those games is…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Monday, November 18
Four games on the Monday college basketball schedule feature a ranked team, including the matchup between the Gonzaga…
How to Watch the NBA Today, November 18
Today’s NBA slate has lots in store. Among the eight games is the Golden State Warriors facing the…