Opinion
The Wide Angle: Resolving to create less screen time
I’m not sure if you’ve noticed or not, but with all the subtlety of using a hammer to ...
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Peggy Keener: Old thoughts revisited and revised
As 2024 fades, we can easily see how old interpretations become new again. With that in mind, it ...
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Nature Notes: Pop of red on the white covered trails
By Sydney Weisinger Teacher/Naturalist Walking the Nature Center trails with the winter snow covering everything is a magical ...
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Jamey Helgeson: How to join, participate in activities at LIFE Mower County
Are you looking for fun, engaging activities for yourself or a loved one? LIFE Mower County offers programs ...
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Austin Public Library: Library an important resource
By Salie Olson Youth Librarian December can be such a busy month for so many people. There are ...
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Lookback: Financial issues led to man faking his own death
By Tim Ruzek Dynamite exploded in the night March 1919 on the frozen Cedar River at Austin Mill ...
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Lookback: Here comes Santa Claus
By Tim Ruzek A train whistle sounded in the distance in December 1926 at Austin’s east-side railyard, and ...
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Al Batt: By the numbers
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting My wife compares me to Brad Pitt. Really? Yeah, she says I ...
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Ask A Trooper: Distracted Driving can have tragic results
With the holidays upon us I wanted to share a message about distracted driving. Here is some information ...
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The Wide Angle: Something smells funny
Christmas is nearly here and in some cases, depending on when you’re reading this exactly, perhaps it’s already ...
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Peggy Keener: The holiday treat that never retreats – ever!
Fruitcake factoid. All fruitcakes are not created equal. I discovered this early on as a small child when ...
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Our Opinion: Concentrate on your mental health this coming year
We’re just a few short days from Christmas and after that a new year. Running up to that ...
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APS Column: Special Education Department undergoes program review
By Sheri Willrodt Executive Director of Special Services As part of our continuous improvement process, Austin Public Schools ...
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Sarah Lysne: A Poem for Christmas
Evergreen, symbol of everlasting life. Boughs curved like arms reaching to heaven, as if rejoicing with us. Merry ...
Opinion
Lookback: Back on the ice — Part 2
By Tim Ruzek Ice skating near downtown Austin continued after the popular Furtney rink on the river closed ...
SportsPlus
NBA Best Bets: Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Picks for January 25
The Minnesota Timberwolves (23-21) will look to Anthony Edwards (eighth in the league scoring 26.2 points per game)…
How to Watch Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games – Saturday, January 25
There are four games on the college basketball schedule on Saturday that feature a ranked team. That includes…
Where to Watch Minnesota Wild vs. Calgary Flames on TV or Streaming Live – January 25
NHL action on Saturday includes a matchup in Saint Paul, Minnesota between the Minnesota Wild (28-16-4) and Calgary…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Saturday, January 25
The Saturday college basketball slate includes 14 games featuring a ranked team in play. Among those contests is…
January 25 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options
The Washington Capitals and the Vancouver Canucks take the ice in one of many compelling matchups on the…