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Al Batt: Terrible at math
Echoes From the Loafers’ Club Meeting My family was poor while I was growing up, but we didn’t ...
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Salie Olson: Providing services for the young
First of all, let me introduce myself. My name is Salie Olson and I have been the Youth ...
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Guest Commentary: APS experiencing the positive effects of growth
By Dr. Joey Page Austin Public Schools Superintendent It’s hard to believe the school year has only seven ...
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Our Opinion: Students should take advantage of the unique opportunities
Earlier this month, eight students from Pacelli Catholic Schools, were able to take part in the 37th annual ...
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The Wide Angle: The best stories are those with cats
Sometimes, I have to wonder if I do stories on the Mower County Humane Society because of the ...
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Ask A Trooper: Be wary of hydroplaning after rain
By Sgt. Troy Christianson Question: I know it has been extremely dry but with the anticipation of “April ...
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Letter to the Editor: A need for better stewards
Did you know that here in this country we produce and sell 48 million tons of plastic and ...
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Guest Commentary: Community news is too valuable to lose
MNA Past President Reed Anfinson wrote a powerful defense of community newspapers that was published this week by ...
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Our Opinion: We all must be aware on Minnesota roads
You will rarely find a more dedicated or passionate group of riders on American roads than motorcyclists. Throughout ...
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APS Column: Packer Profile Seminar helps students through the confusion
By Matthew A. Schmit Austin High School Principal In today’s rapidly changing world, students often find themselves overwhelmed ...
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AP-NORC Poll: Many say Biden and Trump did more harm than good, but for different reasons
WASHINGTON — There’s a reason why President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are spending so much ...
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Thumbs up, Thumbs down: Trout stocking brings opportunity
Thumbs up for more trout. For the fifth year, Wolf Creek in Austin’s Todd Park has been stocked ...
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Evie Mohrfeld: What is Senior Travel?
Our travel season is about to begin for 2024. We are a senior club which plans accordingly with ...
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Al Batt: Never a rest area when you need it
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting Long time, no see. How are you doing? I’m sorry, but ...
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The Wide Angle: The late night stresses of not sleeping
A lot of things can go through my mind during the listless hours of the morning. Those dark, ...