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CRC awards $12K in scholarships to local graduates
A pair of Austin High School graduates were among those to receive money from the Cooperative Response Center, Inc. (CRC) 2024 scholarship program. Ava Denzer and Avery Wempner, along with other recipients from across the country were each awarded $1,500 for their post-secondary education costs. Denzer plans on attending the University of Northern Iowa in […] The post CRC awards $12K in scholarships to local graduates appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
In Your Community: Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge is played twice weekly in Austin at the Mower County Senior Center on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. both days. All bridge players are welcomed to come join. It’s just $2 to play on Tuesday and $3 to play on Wednesday. Nine teams played on Tuesday, winners were • First place, Paul […] The post In Your Community: Duplicate Bridge appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Education Briefs
University of Wisconsin-Stout 2024 Spring Dean’s List Austin Hannah Blust, BFA animation and digital media Joey Hilkin, BS packaging Blooming Prairie Reese Millam, BS information and communication technologies Zach Weber, BS packaging Waltham Kelly Arndt, BFA interior design Bismarck State College 2024 Spring President’s List Austin Kurt Regenscheid University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point 2024 Spring Honor’s […] The post Education Briefs appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Lab-grown meat isn’t on store shelves yet, but some states have already banned it
Lab-grown meat is not currently available in any U.S. grocery stores or restaurants. If some lawmakers have their way, it never will be. Earlier this month, both Florida and Alabama banned the sale of cultivated meat and seafood, which is grown from animal cells. In Iowa, the governor signed a bill prohibiting schools from buying […] The post Lab-grown meat isn’t on store shelves yet, but some states have already banned it appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
At 100, this vet says the ‘greatest generation’ moniker fits ‘because we saved the world’
HELEN, Ga. — A profile of Andrew “Andy” Negra Jr., of Helen, Georgia, one of a dwindling number of veterans took part in the Allies’ European war effort that led to the defeat of Nazi Germany. BORN: May 28, 1924, near Avella, Pennsylvania. SERVICE: Army’s 128th Armored Field Artillery Battalion, 6th Armored Division. Landed on […] The post At 100, this vet says the ‘greatest generation’ moniker fits ‘because we saved the world’ appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Convictions: May 20-27
— Nyadoar Peter Chuony, 31, Austin was sentenced to two years supervised probation for felony second degree assault with a dangerous weapon, felony terroristic threats-reckless disregard and three gross misdemeanors for domestic assault. He must follow several conditions. — Maria Ann Sanchez, 31, Austin, was sentenced to one year supervised probation and fined $300 for […] The post Convictions: May 20-27 appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Barred from combat, women working as codebreakers, cartographers and coxswains helped D-Day succeed
LONDON — What did you do in the war, Granny? For British women who came of age during World War II, the answer to that question is often: quite a lot. The history of D-Day is often told through the stories of the men who fought and died when the Allies stormed the beaches of […] The post Barred from combat, women working as codebreakers, cartographers and coxswains helped D-Day succeed appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Minneapolis police officer dies in ambush shooting that killed 2 others including suspected gunman
MINNEAPOLIS — A Minneapolis police officer responding to a shooting call was ambushed and killed Thursday when he stopped to provide aid to a man who appeared to be a victim. That man instead wound up shooting the officer, authorities said. The death of officer Jamal Mitchell happened during a chaotic situation involving two crime […] The post Minneapolis police officer dies in ambush shooting that killed 2 others including suspected gunman appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Doncic’s 36 points spur Mavericks to NBA Finals with 124-103 toppling of Timberwolves in Game 5
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic was in his element, hitting shots from everywhere on the court, hushing the crowd and flashing those sly smiles as the Dallas Mavericks delivered a knockout performance. Now one of the global sport’s young superstars gets his first trip to the NBA Finals. Doncic had a 20-point first quarter on […] The post Doncic’s 36 points spur Mavericks to NBA Finals with 124-103 toppling of Timberwolves in Game 5 appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Guilty: Trump becomes first former U.S. president convicted of felony crimes
NEW YORK — Donald Trump became the first former American president to be convicted of felony crimes Thursday as a New York jury found him guilty of all 34 charges in a scheme to illegally influence the 2016 election through a hush money payment to a porn actor who said the two had sex. Trump […] The post Guilty: Trump becomes first former U.S. president convicted of felony crimes appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Hormel Foods welcomes largest-ever class of inspired summer interns
This week Hormel Foods welcomed the 2024 class of inspired interns to its award-winning summer internship program. The company will host more than 90 college students who represent over 50 colleges and universities throughout the United States. Vault, the leader in career research, exploration and discovery for professionals and students has consistently recognized Hormel Foods […] The post Hormel Foods welcomes largest-ever class of inspired summer interns appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
2024 Summer SURE Internship begins at The Hormel Institute
On Tuesday, May 28, undergraduate students arrived at The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, for the summer kickoff of the annual Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) internship. Interns toured the facilities and met fellow interns as well as Institute researchers who will serve as their mentors over the course of the program, among other activities. […] The post 2024 Summer SURE Internship begins at The Hormel Institute appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Major archaeological survey is underway in Mower County
The Mower County Historical Society (MCHS) is partnering with Hamline University in St. Paul for a year of archaeological research in Mower County. The project, supported by Legacy grant funding, was announced Thursday during an MCHS Lunchbox History event. Two teams from the Hamline University Center for Anthropological Services (HUCAS) are working closely with staff […] The post Major archaeological survey is underway in Mower County appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Farmers must kill 4.2 million chickens after bird flu hits Iowa egg farm
DES MOINES — More than 4 million chickens in Iowa will have to be killed after a case of the highly pathogenic bird flu was detected at a large egg farm, the state announced Tuesday. Crews are in the process of killing 4.2 million chickens after the disease was found at a farm in Sioux […] The post Farmers must kill 4.2 million chickens after bird flu hits Iowa egg farm appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Jury deliberations begin in Donald Trump’s hush money criminal case
NEW YORK — Jury deliberations began Wednesday in Donald Trump’s hush money trial, placing the outcome of the history-making case in the hands of a dozen New Yorkers who have vowed to be fair and impartial in the face of their unprecedented task. The jury of seven men and five women was sent to a […] The post Jury deliberations begin in Donald Trump’s hush money criminal case appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Commissioners approve resolution using federal funds to replace county bridges
The Mower County Board of Commissioners on Monday, during their meeting at the Government Center, unanimously passed a resolution on federal funds secured by the county to go towards a pair of Mower County bridges that need replacement. Because of a quick response, the county was able to secure $2.1 million that had not been […] The post Commissioners approve resolution using federal funds to replace county bridges appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Evolve wraps up successful season
Evolve Dance and Fitness Studio of Austin, now in its 23rd season of business in the community of Austin, had its dancers compete in several regional dance competitions this year. Lennon Huffman started off the competition season in February competing at Symposium in Des Moines, Iowa. She earned a Diamond Award and first place overall […] The post Evolve wraps up successful season appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Young Eagles Flight Rally scheduled for June 8
Area young people ages 8-17 will have a chance to take to the skies on June 8, as the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter No. 386 hosts a Young Eagles Flight Rally at Austin Municipal Airport, 710 21st St. NE, Austin. The rally is part of the EAA Young Eagles Program, created to interest young […] The post Young Eagles Flight Rally scheduled for June 8 appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
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