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Thank you for helping shape the future of Austin Public Schools
By Dr. Joey Page Superintendent As part of ongoing efforts to engage the Austin community, Austin Public Schools ...
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Tim Penny: Give the gift of farmland to benefit rural Minnesota
Late last year, a gift of incredible magnitude was made to benefit the future of rural communities across ...
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Phil Burkhart: Austin Symphony brings back Messiah
The Austin Symphony and Symphony Chorus will be bringing back one of the most popular masterworks in music ...
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Ask A Trooper: Drivers required to carry proof of insurance
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: If I am stopped by the police and am asked to show my ...
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Our Opinion: Letters are your opportunity to share your views with others
The Insight pages of the Austin Daily Herald are some of the most important parts of the paper, ...
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Al Batt: Stuck in a day
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting How are you doing? I have a cold, my car has a ...
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Our Opinion: Tell us who you think is best
The Austin Daily Herald has opened up the nomination round of its annual Best of Mower County. This ...
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Our Opinion: Salvation Army needs continued support
The recent news that the Salvation Army would be closing its thrift store at the end of May ...
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Letter to the Editor: Proud of APS’s commitment to safety, welcoming
As a 2004 graduate of Austin High School, I am honored to serve on the Austin School Board, ...
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The Wide Angle: All we are is dust in the never-ending wind
As a native Minnesotan, I’ve come to understand, accept and even in some instances appreciate the fickle nature ...
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Jena DeMoss: Not your average produce
Be honest: What fruits and vegetables do you have at home right now? Maybe you opt for the ...
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StarWatch: Spring constellations will move into the skies
By Deane Morrison In May the evening sky ushers out the bright winter stars and nudges Leo, the ...
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Our opinion: Taking public notices for schools out of newspapers would hurt the public
A significant discussion is taking place at the state Legislature in reaction to the recent announcement that eight ...
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Sen. Gene Dornink: Senate approves bipartisan legislation to support Minnesota’s veterans and military members
Friends and neighbors, Supporting our Minnesota veterans and military members is not a partisan issue, and the Senate’s ...
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Rep. Patricia Mueller: Priorities in St. Paul misaligned with the needs of Minnesotans
17.5 billion dollars in a historic surplus; 10 billion dollars in new taxes and fees; A nearly 40% ...