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Our opinion: Governor’s budget plan will require work; Proposal is laudable in ambition, but will require work on both sides of the aisle

On Tuesday, Gov. Tim Walz released his first budget proposal and to say it is ambitious isn’t putting ...

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Help children develop the love of reading

Reading is very important. Numerous studies have shown the benefit of reading to children including improved language skills, ...

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Our opinion: Drive with common sense

Yesterday was Feb. 7 and it marked another day this winter of snow, driving winds and frigid temps ...

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Other’s opinion: Opioids: Bipartisan plan will bring needed help

Feb. 05—There is renewed support for opioid legislation this year and renewed hope for those families who have ...

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Our opinion: Keep believing in Austin and our area

In just under two weeks, the staff of the Austin Daily Herald will be sending off its annual ...

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Take care (brrrr) during this week’s weather

If you’re not a fan of winter, this week is going to be really unpleasant … but then ...

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Editorial: A need for LeRoy to move forward

The recent troubles experienced in the LeRoy-Ostrander School District has no doubt left a stain on the school ...

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It’s time to toughen up on phone use while driving

District 27A Rep. Peggy Bennett said it perfect when talking about a bill introduced in the Legislature last ...

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Others’ opinion: Start the session with ‘early wins’ for Minnesota

By the end of Week One at the Minnesota Legislature, the lines of communication remain intact, the dreaded ...

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Others’ opinion: Minnesota Legislature faces a health care funding dilemma

A thoughtful proposal from Minnesota doctors offers a welcome starting point in what’s expected to be a contentious ...

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Minnesota needs answers, solutions for federal health aid hit

One of the most pressing issues before the Minnesota Legislature is deciding whether to extend the state’s expiring ...

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Our opinion: A reason to commend, a reason for vigilance

Austin Public Schools, staff and students, along with Austin Police should be commended for how Tuesday’s threat was ...

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Humane society seeking donations

During the holiday season, many people will take the step of donating to a cause. There are several ...

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Others’ opinion: More details are needed on MinnesotaCare buy-in option

One of the state’s largest insurers had a Minnesota Senate committee hearing virtually all to itself last week ...

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Journalism is important at every level

News broke this week of a high school newspaper in Arkansas that was suspended after they wrote and ...

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