Austin has a lot to be thankful for this year. It’s a town that hasn’t been hit as hard during the recession, with an unemployment rate below both the state and the national average.

It’s also a town of fairly low crime and that has a good choice of businessness for its size.

We’re thankful we live in this community, and we’re proud to serve our readers on a daily basis.

The staff at the Austin Daily Herald wishes you and your family the best this holiday season.

Happy Thanksgiving.