Columnists
The Wide Angle: When nerd and life collide
I had to come to terms with something a number of years ago — I’m a nerd. This ...
Columnists
Vision 2020: CHIP looking to expand efforts in 2016
Ten inches of snow is not exactly a welcome sight during the first week of spring, but warmer ...
Columnists
Help kids embrace stress when it comes to taking tests
QUESTION: How do I help my child calm down before taking tests? ANSWER: According to Harvard Business School ...
Columnists
Time to register for summer leagues
Adult softball registration is now open. Deadline to turn in your team entry fee and rosters is Monday, ...
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Isben Fest back for 19th year
The Commonweal Theatre Company in Lanesboro, Minnesota, has announced its 19th annual Ibsen Festival, April 15-17 in downtown ...
Columnists
Wanted: Card players at the senior center
Trump! Trump! Trump! NO, not that one. We’re talking about one of the words you will hear, along ...
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Opposing forces: Hayfield battery finds teamwork in unique relationship
HAYFIELD —When Hayfield senior catcher Grace Mindrup is raising her voice or lecturing Hayfield senior pitcher Jackie Sanvick, ...
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Mayo optical sets annual sunglasses sale for early April
The Optical Shop Sunglasses Sale is scheduled in Albert Lea, April 11-16, and in Austin, April 11-15. Receive ...
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Free Mayo diabetes program set for April 4
ALBERT LEA — A free program, “Diabetes and Your Feet” is scheduled for 6 p.m. on April 4 at ...
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Austin FD responds to Saturday afternoon fire
Austin firefighters were dispatched Saturday afternoon for a house fire. Around 2:30 p.m., multiple calls came in of ...
Business
Coming down; Hy-Vee starts tearing down the outside of the mall
Todd Hepler arrived outside Oak Park Mall Thursday and spoke the words that many in Austin have anticipated ...
Business
Austin primed for a new future
Austin is on the cusp of major changes to the community’s two largest retail hubs. The changes are ...
Business
What a sweet setup; Adams maple syrup operation budding with growth
ADAMS — Maple syrup came in full force this year for Kevin Sathre and Josh Loecher, who recently ...
Education
Vote on Brownsdale school’s fate slated for March 30
The Hayfield Community Schools Board will decide the fate of the Brownsdale Elementary School next Wednesday. The board ...
Business
Council OKs City Hall remodel architect
The Austin City Council approved architectural services Monday for a city hall remodel project, which will come after ...
SportsPlus
Vikings vs. Rams Predictions & Picks: Odds, Moneyline, Spread – Wild Card Round
Our computer model predicts a win for the Minnesota Vikings when they play the Los Angeles Rams at…
Will Cam Akers Play in the NFC Wild Card Round? NFL Injury Status, News & Updates
Take a look at Cam Akers’ stats on this page. Akers posted regular season stats which included 444…
Will Josh Oliver Play in the NFC Wild Card Round? NFL Injury Status, News & Updates
All of Josh Oliver’s stats can be found below. Looking at regular season stats, Oliver was targeted 28…
Will Aaron Jones Play in the NFC Wild Card Round? NFL Injury Status, News & Updates
Seeking Aaron Jones’ stats? Here is everything you need to know. Looking at regular season stats, Jones ran…
Will Ty Chandler Play in the NFC Wild Card Round? NFL Injury Status, News & Updates
All of Ty Chandler’s stats can be found below. Looking at regular season stats, Chandler rushed for 182…