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New head at I.J. Holton: McAndrews to start as new principal in July
I.J. Holton Intermediate School will look to new leadership this fall as Angi McAndrews will take the reins as principal. “I’ve been really interested and ...
Alex Smith, Author at Austin Daily Herald - Page 5 of 13
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Philomathian to close; Religious book store dating to 1907 to shut its doors July 31
The Philomathian Book Store has been a staple of downtown Austin for several decades, but after months of contemplation, co-managers Judy Gerlach and Sharon Wagner ...
by Alex Smith, Friday, June 10, 2016 11:04 am
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‘Quite the journey’; Pacelli graduates 12
Green and white tassels with a golden ‘16 charm bounced around from the hats of students as the 2016 Pacelli graduates glided down the center ...
by Alex Smith, Thursday, June 9, 2016 11:15 am
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Austin is a little sweeter; New book and candy store opens on Main Street
At first glance, customers could mistake new bookstore Sweet Reads for a childhood dream. On one wall, a large wooden train car filled with historical ...
by Alex Smith, Monday, June 6, 2016 10:23 am
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Williams files to run against Gabrielson
James Williams is unhappy with the direction of the county board and he wants to make a change. The 33-year-old recently filed to run for ...
by Alex Smith, Monday, June 6, 2016 10:13 am
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Brownsdale farmer to run for U.S. House
After unsuccessfully campaigning to be a U.S. Senator several times before, Steve Williams is ready to give the other side of Congress a try. Williams ...
by Alex Smith, Sunday, June 5, 2016 1:01 pm
Education
Schultz wins AHS Artist of the Year
Senior Keenan Schultz knew he had tough competition going into the Artist of the Year assembly, but his hard work and confidence paid off in ...
by Alex Smith, Thursday, June 2, 2016 10:15 am
FEATURE SPOT -- HOT ISSUES
Kicking off with a celebration; Summer Kickoff Jam to be held June 3
Vision 2020 and its Destination Downtown committee are ready to kickoff the summer with music, activities and food for the community. The fourth annual Summer ...
by Alex Smith, Wednesday, June 1, 2016 10:31 am
Memorial Day
The ultimate sacrifice: Area Memorial Day schedules set
Flags around Austin, Mower County and Minnesota will be lowered to half-staff Monday to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country for ...
by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 29, 2016 2:01 pm
Gene Dornink
A new challenger for Sparks: Hayfield carpenter running for state Senate
For Republican Gene Dornink, his goals if elected to the Minnesota Senate are as simple as ABC: be accountable, go back to the basics, and ...
by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 29, 2016 1:01 pm
Woodson Kindergarten Center
Dancing in the rain
Although it may have been gloomy outside, Woodson Kindergarten Center was beaming with energy Friday morning. Elementary school principals from Sumner, Neveln and Southgate competed ...
by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 29, 2016 7:01 am
Education
Roaring with excitement; Science museum presents dinosaur program
Rows of kindergartners collectively gasped as they saw a large dinosaur bone pulled out from under a table.
by Alex Smith, Wednesday, May 25, 2016 10:21 am
Mower County Commission
Polly Glynn set to run for 2nd term
Polly Glynn enjoyed her first term as the District 2 Mower County commissioner and she’s ready to run again after officially filing for reelection. “I ...
by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 22, 2016 11:41 am
Austin High School
Music Man marching on
During an after school lesson Wednesday afternoon, Bradley Mariska helped one of his students with a difficult section of concert music. Playing alongside the student ...
by Alex Smith, Sunday, May 22, 2016 10:17 am
News
In the seats of history; Southgate students visit historical society
Edna Hill teaches Southgate Elementary School fourth graders about Mower County history during a Wednesday field trip at the Mower County Historical Society.