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Survey echoes a problem that needs to be addressed

Late last week, the Minnesota Department of Education released its 2019 Minnesota Student Survey. The survey polls Minnesota ...

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Month brings reminder of the importance of yearly exams

Each year in the United States, more than 245,000 women get breast cancer, according to the Centers for ...

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Editorial: Packers continue to represent the community

Congratulations are in order to the Austin Packers boys soccer team for wrapping up its third consecutive Section ...

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Be aware of emergency vehicles when driving

In a Minnesota Public Radio story earlier this week, it was reported that 32 Minnesota state trooper vehicles ...

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Our Opinion: Pheasant opener showcases Austin and its people

Orange hats off to everybody that made this past weekend’s Governor Pheasant Hunt Opener the success it was. ...

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Take a stand against bullying at any age

Take a stand against bullying at any age October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and with that comes ...

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Freedom of the press is ‘one of the greatest bulwarks of liberty’ in U.S.

It is one of the biggest weeks of the year in the newspaper industry as we join voices ...

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Others’ opinion: Munson’s insulin video is dangerous

If only it were so simple. Finding a less expensive over-the-counter alternative to an expensive prescription drug would be ...

Opinion

Editorial: Twins bring fall baseball back to state

We can easily understand if people are struggling with hope these days. Turning to any website — sometimes ...

Opinion

Editorial: Ruby’s Pantry another example of Austin helping its neighbors

Neighbor helping neighbor was on full display Thursday night, as people waited to make use of the opening ...

Editorials

Others’ opinion: New immigration rules could hurt kids and their schools

The Trump administration’s new take on immigration law could have a negative ripple effect on families, children and ...

Opinion

Others’ opinion: Freshen up the stagnant U.S. health care debate

A timely reminder as battles over health care take center stage in the run-up to the 2020 election: ...

Opinion

Editorial: Time to remember High School sports are fun

Thursday night, the Austin Packers girls tennis team won their first team dual since 2017. To win the ...

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Our opinion: Recognize the work of teachers

On Tuesday, schools will all be in session. As students get back into the halls and desks, some ...

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Practice good sportsmanship on and off field

As fall sports are gearing up, we’re reminded of how important it is for parents and community members ...

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