Opinion
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 ...
Opinion
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 ...
Opinion
Our Opinion: Take advantage of free entry into area state parks
In just a few short days, we will be coming together with family and friends for Thanksgiving, a ...
Opinion
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 ...
Opinion
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 ...
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Strategy still needed to fight climate change
Dear Editor: The power in Washington is transitory but the relentless damaging power of climate change is not. ...
Opinion
Thumbs up, Thumbs down
Thumbs up to the annual flower drive. On Thursday the annual kick-off launched this year’s campaign to raise ...
Opinion
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, ...
Opinion
Our Opinion: When the snow starts falling, be prepared
This week is Winter Hazard Awareness Week, sponsored by the Wisconsin Division of Emergency Management, the Minnesota Division ...
Opinion
Guest Commentary: Friends of the Library honored
By Julie Clinefelter Austin Public Library Director The MN Association of Library Friends awarded their Evy Nordley 2024 ...
Opinion
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 ...
Opinion
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. ...
Opinion
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 ...
News
Letter to the Editor: Turkey donation just one way to help the community
I have recently seen an increase in the community of Austin coming out to help those in need. ...
Opinion
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 ...
SportsPlus
How to Pick the Maple Leafs vs. Wild Game with Odds, Spread, Betting Line and Stats – January 29
Wednesday’s game that pits the Toronto Maple Leafs versus the Minnesota Wild, which starts at 7:00 PM ET,…
Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves Tickets Available – Monday, Feb. 10
The Cleveland Cavaliers (37-9) clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves (25-21) at 7:00 PM ET on Monday, February 10,…
How to Watch Top 25 College Basketball Games – Tuesday, January 28
The Tuesday college basketball schedule includes seven games featuring a ranked team in action. Among those contests is…
January 28 NHL TV Schedule: TV Channel, Start Times & Live Streaming Options
Tuesday’s NHL lineup features several top-tier games, including the matchup between the Dallas Stars and the Vegas Golden…
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Tuesday, January 28
The Arizona State Sun Devils and Colorado Buffaloes hit the court for one of many compelling matchups on…