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Al Batt: A low ha of a joke
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting Are you coming to our place for Thanksgiving? I’m not sure. Well, ...
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Our Opinion: When the snow starts falling, be prepared
This week is Winter Hazard Awareness Week, sponsored by the Wisconsin Division of Emergency Management, the Minnesota Division ...
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Guest Commentary: Friends of the Library honored
By Julie Clinefelter Austin Public Library Director The MN Association of Library Friends awarded their Evy Nordley 2024 ...
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The Wide Angle: The scourge of Christmas lights returns
I know, I’ve written about this in the past, but after Sunday morning’s fiasco, I’m going to write ...
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Ask A Trooper: Studded tires can be used in certain circumstances
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: As a visitor from Canada, can I use my studded tires in Minnesota. ...
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Jena DeMoss: Top five health-promoting picks for the holidays
The holidays can be the perfect time to re-set eating patterns and put more produce and healthy beverages ...
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Letter to the Editor: Turkey donation just one way to help the community
I have recently seen an increase in the community of Austin coming out to help those in need. ...
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APS Column: Understanding school tax levies and the levy process
By Todd Lechtenberg Executive director of Finance and Operations Lechtenberg Each November, as property owners, farmers, and businesses ...
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Thumbs up, thumbs down
Thumbs up for a successful season. Even though its run for state title came up on the losing ...
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Longview: Fifth District commission seat finds scandal in 1900
By Tim Ruzek Leading up to Election Day in 1900, the Mower County 5th District commissioner’s race was ...
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Jamey Helgeson: Support the People First Aktion Club
Join us on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 4:30-8 p.m. at Austin Pizza Ranch for a Community Impact Fundraising ...
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Our opinion: Matchbox important to the community
As news of the recent and steep challenges faced by the Matchbox Children’s Theatre begin expanding, it’s worth ...
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Our opinion: Austin Living wants to share your wedding story
This one is for the brides. We are in the early stages of planning for this first Austin ...
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Ask a Trooper: Rain getting cold
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting I didn’t know you had dogs. Those aren’t my dogs. They are ...
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Our opinion: Helping the Salvation Army helps Austin
You may have read our story in Saturday’s paper regarding the Salvation Army and its need for volunteers ...
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Jordan Addison Fantasy Projections: Week 12 vs. the Bears
Wideout Jordan Addison has a matchup against the ninth-ranked passing defense in the league (197.4 yards allowed per…
Ty Chandler Fantasy Projections: Week 12 vs. the Bears
Running back Ty Chandler is looking at a matchup versus the 23rd-ranked rushing defense in the NFL (130.3…
Jalen Nailor Fantasy Projections: Week 12 vs. the Bears
Wide receiver Jalen Nailor faces a matchup against the ninth-ranked pass defense in the league (197.4 yards conceded…
Cam Akers Fantasy Projections: Week 12 vs. the Bears
Cam Akers and the Minnesota Vikings will play the Chicago Bears and their 23rd-ranked run defense (130.3 yards…
Justin Jefferson Fantasy Projections: Week 12 vs. the Bears
Justin Jefferson and the Minnesota Vikings will face the Chicago Bears and their ninth-ranked pass defense (197.4 yards…