austin police
Plaintiff in suit against Austin police, city dies
A former Austin man, who sued police officers and the city of Austin for allegedly shocking him with a Taser while he was suffering a ...
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FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS
Someone to help area Salvation Armies big-time: Donor will match each city station up to $25,000 in two-day push
Lt. David Amick had a clear sense of urgency in his voice, almost panic, on Thursday. But he had to get the word out quickly, ...
by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 11:00 am
gcs
Sudanese conflict touches Austin, AL
Mathiang Akoi of Austin spoke with his sister on the phone Sunday night and discovered she, family and friends were OK in the midst of ...
by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:51 am
Education
Coming home: Katie Baskin talks about returning to Austin as AHS Principal
For Katie Baskin, accepting the role as principal of Austin High School is sort of a career homecoming. She was a math teacher at Ellis ...
by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:47 am
Holiday
16th annual Christmas dinner set at St. Olaf
For the 16th year, a spirited family and community volunteers will celebrate Christmas at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. The 16th annual free Christmas ...
by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:12 am
Best Bets
Best Bets: All signs point to Christmas
Nativity scenes, joyous music, good food and fellowship: Austin has it all within a week of Christmas. Whether you want entertainment or have nowhere to ...
by Matt Peterson, Friday, December 20, 2013 10:11 am
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Someone, something to help area Salvation Armies big-time
Donor will match each city station up to $25,000 in two-day push Lt. David Amick had a clear sense of urgency in his voice, almost ...
by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 6:03 pm
FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS
Dr. Herman Miller: Residents remember well-known doctor, dedicated churchgoer
His arms were the first to hold some people who still live in Austin today. Others his age, to those generations younger, have received his ...
by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:57 am
Business
Doing the business shuffle: Star Liquor moves next door to larger space; New Dimensions takes its place
The business shuffle is under way at Jim’s MarketPlace shopping center on 11th St. NE in Austin. Jim Baldus — owner of Jim’s MarketPlace grocery ...
by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:38 am
News
Eagles to host second annual free Christmas dinner
For the second year in a row, the Eagles Club of Austin will provide a free, early Christmas dinner for those who may not have ...
by Matt Peterson, Thursday, December 19, 2013 10:37 am
FEATURE SPOT -- NEIGHBORS
Always a reason to honor: Friend surprises fellow veteran with medal
Every time veterans Dan Stewart and Mike Duncan get together, something unexpected could happen. When the two met on Tuesday at Perkins in Austin, it ...
by Matt Peterson, Wednesday, December 18, 2013 10:42 am
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
2 former Austin priests among 14 accused of sexual abuse
The list also includes two priests who served in Albert Lea, one who served in Brownsdale, one in Hayfield, and one in both New Richland ...
by Matt Peterson, Tuesday, December 17, 2013 10:19 am
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Electronics, groceries missing after theft
A homeowner is missing electronics, clothing and food after a reported burglary on Saturday night in Austin. According to the police report, the homeowner said ...
by Matt Peterson, Tuesday, December 17, 2013 10:06 am
Crime, Courts & Emergencies
Truck reported missing
Police are looking for a truck that was stolen in Austin sometime between Friday night and Saturday morning. According to the Austin Police Department’s report, ...
by Matt Peterson, Tuesday, December 17, 2013 9:37 am
News
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