Alex Smith, Author at Austin Daily Herald

Austin ArtWorks Center

Full season ahead: Paramount, ArtWorks Center host new and returning events

The Historic Paramount Theatre and Artworks Center will have a mix of new events and returning acts to keep Austin residents entertained throughout the fall ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, August 29, 2016 6:01 am

Education

Lees files for school board election

Over the past 20 years. Richard Lees has seen many changes within the Austin Public School district as member of the school board, and he ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, August 21, 2016 10:01 am

Education

Ready for a second term; Leathers files to run for school board

Don Leathers learned a lot during his first term as a school board member, but he isn’t done yet. Leathers recently filed to seek reelection ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, August 19, 2016 9:58 am

Education

Newcomer Wradislavsky files for school board election

Nathan Wradislavsky graduated from the Austin High School and now that his children are on the same path, he hopes to make an impact on ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, August 18, 2016 10:32 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Rochester man attempts to flee officer; Suspect shocked with Taser, faces DWI, other charges

A 25-year-old Rochester man is in the Mower County Jail after an eventful night with Austin Police. Just after midnight, Jessy Dominguez backed his car ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, August 17, 2016 10:34 am

Education

Kestner won’t seek another term on school board

School board incumbent Mary Jane Kestner will not seek reelection this November. Kestner, who was first elected in 2012, has decided to not run again ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Wednesday, August 17, 2016 10:31 am

Education

Celebrating a successful first year; More Than Pink 5K to be held Aug. 18

Fifty girls will celebrate a successful summer of health and wellness with a 5K Fun Run/Walk, and they’re inviting the public to join them. “It’s ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 16, 2016 11:04 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Austin FD puts out backyard TV drama, man cited for illegal burning

Video may have killed the radio star in the 1980s, but a 34-year-old Austin man topped the technology food chain and set his TV ablaze ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Tuesday, August 16, 2016 11:00 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Residents report garage burglaries

Two Austin garages were burglarized over the weekend. According to Austin Police Chief Brian Krueger, officers responded to the first incident around 4:45 p.m. on ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, August 15, 2016 10:22 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Flames engulf vehicle

Officers responded to a vehicle fire around 4:30 p.m. in the 1200 block of 11th Street Northwest on Sunday. According to Austin Police Chief Brian ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Monday, August 15, 2016 10:22 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Getting a bird’s eye view of the police

After a successful first year, the Austin Police Department hopes to build their 2016 Citizen Academy to even greater numbers this year. Austin residents or ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Sunday, August 14, 2016 11:02 am

mower county fair

Licensed to thrill; Children celebrate kids day at the carnival

Kids took to the carnival Thursday afternoon and celebrated fair week with crazy rides and family fun at the Mower County Free Fair. Goldstar Amusement ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, August 12, 2016 10:55 am

Crime, Courts & Emergencies

Detecting a concern; Sheriff requests budget increase for metal detectors, personnel

As Mower County sheriff, Terese Amazi wants to make safety in the community a top priority, but she thinks the Mower County Jail and Justice ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, August 12, 2016 10:41 am

FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS

Order of Eastern Star celebrates 125 years

Mary Hanson has been a long time member of the Unity Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star and yet she has only seen a ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Friday, August 12, 2016 10:30 am

mower county fair

Savory tastes, sweet treats; Fair offers plethora of food options

Those looking for a unique dining option this week have a whole street of unique and original options at the Mower County Fair. Whether it’s ... Read more

by Alex Smith, Thursday, August 11, 2016 11:07 am

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