Opinion
Digital literacy a hot topic at library convention
By Eric Christians Technology Coordinator If you noticed the Austin Public Library was closed on Oct. 24-25 and ...
Opinion
The Wide Angle: The bird is the word
This past Sunday, I did our bi-weekly grocery shopping trip to stock our house with all of the ...
Opinion
APS Column: Austin High School implements SchooLinks to enhance college and career readiness
By Corey Haugen Director of Information Services Corey Haugen Austin Public Schools has introduced a new college and ...
Opinion
Tim Ruzek: Rise of the Human Fly in Austin
Editor’s note: This is the first of a two-part column With a spotlight on him, the Human Fly ...
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Jamey Helgeson: Give to the Max Day —Make a lasting impact
By Jamey Helgeson LIFE Mower County This Nov. 21, Give to the Max Day offers a powerful chance ...
Opinion
Nature Notes: Turtles and winter prep
By Katherine Schramek Intern Naturalist/Teacher It’s once again that time of year! The final leaves are beginning to ...
Opinion
Dan Mielke: Who is on the throne?
As I write this one week before election day, I am confident that the outcome is certain ...
Opinion
Al Batt: Compliments to the chef
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting There’s something wrong with this oatmeal. It’s not oatmeal. It’s chicken noodle ...
Opinion
Ask A Trooper: The need to wear a seat belt
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: My vehicle is equipped with airbags. Do I need to wear my seat ...
Opinion
The Wide Angle: The stress of filling in an oval on paper
In just under a week’s time I, like so many others, will be casting our votes in the ...
Opinion
Tim Penny: Supporting the ambitions of small towns
In a small town—like my hometown Kiester—everyone knows everyone, and most people want to do their part to ...
Opinion
APS Column: Showing up — Why attendance matters
By Dr. Joey Page Austin Public Schools Superintendent As the superintendent of Austin Public Schools (APS), I am ...
Columnists
Guest Commentary: Award banquet honorees strike positive note
By Don Leathers Recently, I attended an awards banquet where four members of the Austin area were recognized ...
Opinion
Tim Ruzek: Bridge collapses not long after its built
For more than 20 miles between Austin and St. Ansgar, Iowa, the Cedar River did not have a ...
Opinion
Peggy Keener: Baby news that rocked the world
On July 25, 1978, our world learned of a medical marvel unlike anything it had ever known. A ...
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DFS Salaries and Projections for NFL Week 17
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The Oregon State Beavers and Nebraska Cornhuskers take the court for one of many compelling matchups on the…
Jordan Addison Fantasy Projections: Week 17 vs. the Packers
In Week 17 (Sunday at 4:25 PM ET), wideout Jordan Addison and the Minnesota Vikings will face the…
Jalen Nailor Fantasy Projections: Week 17 vs. the Packers
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jalen Nailor will match up with the eighth-ranked pass defense of the Green Bay…