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Thankful for community: This year’s Pay It Forward a step forward for Angelica Figueroa Gonzalez and her children
The looks on the faces of siblings Ashley and Alex Lagunas Figueroa told the entire story when they ...
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Education
Austin High School science teacher named RET fellow
Austin High School science teacher Robin DeGlavin has been selected to be a part of the 2025 Research ...
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All-Herald boys basketball team named
FIRST TEAM Cole Hebrink, guard, Austin The junior exploded as the lead play-maker for the Packers as he ...
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Public warned about possible avian flu locally
County, city working together on signage, responding to reports Local officials are encouraging the public to be ...
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Austin hockey player honored for his leadership and character
Boy Scouts founder Robert Baden-Powell once said, “Try and leave this world a little better than you found ...
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Polls
What part of your property has to look the best?
- The Lawn (64%, 39 Votes)
- Deck/Patio (16%, 10 Votes)
- Garden (11%, 7 Votes)
- Flower Bed (8%, 5 Votes)
Total Voters: 61
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Opinion
APS Column: Building assets, reducing risks in Austin Public Schools
By Dr. Joey Page Austin Public Schools Superintendent We are excited to share the impact of a nationally ...
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Thumbs up, thumbs down
Thumbs up to braving the storm. Wednesday’s blizzard kind of put a stopper on a lot of things ...
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Federal Reserve sees tariffs raising inflation this year, keeps key rate unchanged
WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday and signaled that it still expects ...
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Lookback: Making Austin’s back door its front door
By Tim Ruzek Editor’s note: This is the continuation of a column in last Saturday’s Herald. During the ...
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Sen. Gene Dornink: Ensuring care for seniors and protecting our most vulnerable
Friends and neighbors, During the 2023 legislative session, Senate Republicans stood up for Minnesota’s nursing homes, securing $300 ...
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Jamey Helgeson: Support LIFE Mower County through two exciting fundraisers
LIFE Mower County is once again hosting two incredible fundraising events—the annual Rose Sale and the deliciously fun ...
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Letter to the Editor: Finstad support for Trump hurting farmers
Many farmers voted for Finstad and Trump because he promised less regulation and greater prosperity for America’s farmers, ...
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Last surviving pilot from the Battle of Britain, dies at 105
LONDON — The last surviving pilot of the Battle of Britain has died, severing the last living link ...
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People named in JFK assassination documents are not happy their personal information was released
Sensitive personal information including Social Security numbers was revealed in the newly unredacted John F. Kennedy assassination documents ...
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Grant awarded to Institute scientist will support development of immune-enhancing therapeutic
Jarrod French, PhD, associate professor at The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, is the recipient of a yearlong ...
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Tossing for Autism Bean Bag Tournament fundraiser coming April 5
The Hormel Historic Home will be hosting Autism Friendly Austin’s 4th annual Tossing for Autism Bean Bag Tournament ...
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Cooking up a bill? Find bipartisan backers, keep dollars tight to succeed this Minnesota session
By Dana Ferguson A Democrat and a Republican, flanked by a crowd of Minnesota students, touted their bill ...
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Minnesota state senator resigns after he was charged with soliciting a minor for prostitution
ST. PAUL — A Minnesota state senator who was caught in a sting operation resigned under fire Thursday ...
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Federal prosecutors charge GOP Minnesota state senator with soliciting a minor for prostitution
ST. PAUL — A Minnesota state senator who was caught in a sting operation was charged with soliciting ...
Agriculture
Rural voices, farmers push for government accountability in town halls
By Hannah Yang About 60 people gathered inside the Sleepy Eye Brewing Company for the town hall sponsored ...
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Homicide investigation yields data leading to second unrelated arrest
18-year-old Gavin Skattebo arrested for felony firearm possession A second person has been arrested on an unrelated ...
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Hulne: Joy is crucial during the unpredictable spring sports season
This week we are experiencing a typical start to the spring sports season. One day it’s 60 degrees ...
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Vikings committed to J.J. McCarthy as starting QB after considering Aaron Rodgers, AP source says
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Vikings have committed to moving forward with J.J. McCarthy as their starting quarterback this ...
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SMART Transit suspending all bus services at 2 p.m.
Due to blizzard-like conditions, SMART Transit will be suspending all bus services in Austin and Albert Lea starting ...
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City Council honors long term retirements, APD promotion
The Austin City Council on Monday night recognized a pair of retirements as well as a promotion within ...