Opinion
Ask a Trooper: Light holds three functions
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: I’m wondering about a light that seems to only be on at night ...
Opinion
The Wide Angle: Throw back to early arcades
I wasn’t entirely sure what I would be walking into last Thursday night when I arrived at Main ...
Opinion
Jamey Helgeson: Warm up this winter at People First Aktion Club’s Soup and Chili Supper
People First Aktion Club invites you to their annual Soup and Chili Supper on Tuesday, Feb. 4, from ...
Columnists
Lookback: Ski club once offered at Austin’s ‘Alps” along Turtle Creek
During the 1950s, downhill skiing captured the interest of numerous Austinites. A major problem, however, was they lived ...
Opinion
APS Column: Career pathways and workforce needs
By Dr. Joey Page Austin Public Schools Superintendent As we continue to embrace this year’s theme of “Connection” ...
Opinion
Al Batt: Please buckle your duct tap
Echoes from the Loafer’s Club Meeting I’ve got group today. How are you coming along with your fear ...
Opinion
Ask a Trooper: What to do if headlights go out
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: Do you have any advice on what a person should do if they ...
Opinion
Jena DeMoss: Truth over trends — Weight loss myths you should leave behind
Shedding weight is tough, even with all the stars aligned—but add in a friend’s tip or internet advice, ...
Opinion
The Wide Angle: Science by explosion
By now, more than a few of you should know (let’s be frank here — besides Frank there ...
Opinion
Ask A Trooper: Roadside signs multipurpose
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: I see the sign boards along the highway with different messages posted. Do ...
Columnists
Lookback: A mammoth attraction in Austin
By Tim Ruzek In the early 1900s, Austin Furniture Company promoted itself as having “three Mammoth Stores.” By ...
Opinion
Tim Penny: Gratitude for growth
Despite the holiday rush at the close of the year, I like to pause and reflect on the ...
Opinion
Carolyn Bogott: Non-profit creator planting the seeds for the love of reading
Noelle Day is living proof that one person can make a huge difference. Noelle is making an impact ...
Opinion
Al Batt: Boo for freezing rain
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting I’m completely exhausted. From opening all your Christmas presents? No, from playing ...
Opinion
StarWatch: New year arrives with a bright sky of gifts
By Deane Morrison The new year comes bearing gifts of bright planets and the annual splendid display of ...
SportsPlus
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Saturday, January 25
The Tennessee Volunteers versus the Auburn Tigers is one of 14 games on Saturday’s college basketball slate that…
NFL Championship Games Picks Against the Spread, Tips and Predictions
Wondering about the best against-the-spread bets in the Championship games? Our pick, in terms of ATS, is Bills…
NFL Championship Games Computer Predictions, Best Bets, Over/Under Picks
Wondering about the best wager in the Championship games? Our selection, in terms of the point spreads, is…
Timberwolves vs. Nuggets Injury Report Today – January 25
As they get ready to play the Denver Nuggets (28-16) on Saturday, January 25 at Target Center, with…
NBA Spread and Total Picks for Today, January 25
In one of the many exciting matchups on the NBA schedule on Saturday, the Denver Nuggets and the…