Columnists
Wake up to something delicious
Have you ever woken up excited to eat breakfast? If not, you probably haven’t found a quick, go-to ...
Education
Ellis student head to state geography bee
Eric Yang, a student from Ellis Middle School, has qualified to compete in the state level competition of the National Geographic ...
FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS
Super Tuesday coming to Austin, Mower Co.
Mower County and Minnesota residents will have their say toward selecting the next Democratic and Republican candidates for ...
Columnists
Language’s role in developing a baby’s brain
QUESTION: Do we know how language develops in a baby’s brain? ANSWER: The dedicated work of research scientists ...
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Man accused of choking puppy gets probation
Christopher Maricle, 25, was sentenced to two years of supervised probation and one year in Mower County Jail ...
Columnists
Learn more about diabetes prevention
By Sara Schafer Mower County Senior Center Did you know one in three adults in the U.S. has ...
Columnists
Ask a Trooper: Most hanging items from mirror prohibited
Question: What is the law about a disability parking certificate/tag that hangs from your rearview mirror?
Education
Local student wins fourth in art contest
A local student recently won a very aerodynamic contest. Jocilynn Holtorf of Southgate Elementary won fourth place in ...
Education
Photo: Students enjoy prestigious musical honor
Last spring, four Austin High School band students were selected to the highly selective and prestigious All-State Band. ...
Education
Jora Bothun: Noon Kiwanis Student of the Month
The Noon Kiwanis student of the month is Jora Bothun, a senior at Austin High School.
Columnists
Celebrating Spam and the HHH
Guests that visit the Hormel Historic Home have questions about the home’s architecture. They ask about the Hormel ...
Business
Celebrating a strong 2015
The Austin Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated a strong 2015 for its member businesses Thursday night, and you ...
Business
Helping Austin get around
Melinda Estey told a story of a 90-year-old area woman who only recently retired. She was able to ...
Business
Foodie Throwdown set for Saturday
For foodies in Austin, the time has come once again to experience some local talent. The Fifth Annual ...
Business
Humane society to host pasta dinner, live auction
Without the Mower County Humane Society, cats and dogs whose time expired at the city pound would be ...
SportsPlus
Timberwolves vs. Warriors Prediction & Picks: Line, Spread, Over/Under – January 15
The Minnesota Timberwolves (21-18) play the Golden State Warriors (19-20) as 5.5-point favorites on Wednesday, January 15, 2025…
How to Watch Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games – Wednesday, January 15
There are five games featuring a ranked team on Wednesday’s college basketball slate. Watch women’s college basketball, other…
How to Pick the Oilers vs. Wild Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 15
There are lots of betting options to take into account for the upcoming contest that has the Edmonton…
Timberwolves vs. Hawks Tickets Available – Monday, Jan. 27
The Atlanta Hawks (19-19), on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Target Center, play the Minnesota Timberwolves (21-18). The…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Tuesday, January 14
Ranked teams are on the Tuesday college basketball schedule for nine games, including the Mississippi State Bulldogs playing…