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Jamey Helgeson: Give back this Giving Tuesday: Support LIFE Mower County

As Giving Tuesday approaches on December 3, 2024, we at LIFE Mower County invite you to join us ...

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Al Batt: Pile on those potatoes

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting I said to myself, “Bob, you shouldn’t have that third helping of ...

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Tim Penny: Retain local wealth for a bright future

November brings with it the spirit of gratitude, reflection and anticipation of the holiday season. It is a ...

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The Wide Angle: Contentment is a couch and cats

Some days, it’s best to put everything in perspective by doing absolutely nothing. I’m not going to sugarcoat ...

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Ask A Trooper: Hand signals contribute to safer roads

By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: I have some new drivers in our house. We got talking the other ...

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December rolls out the favorites in the night skies

By Deane Morrison As December rolls along, some of the most iconic stars and constellations wheel into view ...

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APS Column: The Packer Profile: What it means to be a graduate of Austin Public Schools

By Dr. Joey Page Austin Public Schools Superintendent As superintendent of Austin Public Schools, I’m pleased to share ...

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Lookback: Man noted for saving two people from drowning 30 years apart

By Tim Ruzek John Hulet heard his calling in 1933 while throwing horseshoes near the Cedar River in ...

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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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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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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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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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