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Minnesota poll: Felony conviction should disqualify presidential candidates, most say
By Dana Ferguson Most Minnesotans think a felony conviction should disqualify anyone running for president, poll results released Tuesday morning show. About 55 percent of those surveyed said a person convicted of a felony should not be eligible to run for the nation’s highest office. A little more than 54 percent believe former President Donald […] The post Minnesota poll: Felony conviction should disqualify presidential candidates, most say appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
APS board approves sanctioning boys volleyball
The Austin Public Schools Board on Monday night unanimously approved making boys volleyball an official sport after it has been operating as a club team the last few years. The move comes just over a year after the Minnesota State High School League approved sanctioning boys volleyball, which will be played in the spring. Austin’s […] The post APS board approves sanctioning boys volleyball appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Austin Seniors receive Horatio Alger Scholarships
Austin seniors Neh Meh and Alayna Kennedy have been recognized as 2025 Hormel Foundation Scholars through the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans. “I am very honored and grateful to be awarded this scholarship,” said Neh Meh. “I believe if it weren’t for my parents’ sacrifices, this opportunity would have never been given to me. […] The post Austin Seniors receive Horatio Alger Scholarships appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Man sentenced to over eight years for criminal sexual conduct with a child
An Austin man has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for second degree criminal sexual conduct involving a 12-year-old girl. The sentence was handed down last Thursday in Mower County District Court to James Ray Watkins, who has a past conviction for molesting a toddler in 2013. In that case, he […] The post Man sentenced to over eight years for criminal sexual conduct with a child appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
2 injured in Saturday afternoon crash
Two were injured following a Saturday afternoon crash in rural Mower County. Donna Marie Hall, 86, of Kasson, and Gloria Ann Olson, 87, of Grand Meadow, were traveling westbound in a 2021 Ford Ecosport on Highway 16 when the crash occurred, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. At around Mile Marker 208, it went off […] The post 2 injured in Saturday afternoon crash appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Courtney’s bench: Family and friends honor loved one lost in hope to raise awareness for mental illness
Friday would have been Courtney Traynor Pogones’ birthday, something her brother Kyle Traynor reflected on with a smile as the sun came out during a welcome to friends, family and loved ones for a special ceremony honoring his sister Friday night. “It’s always a beautiful day like this,” he mused. The reason for the ceremony […] The post Courtney’s bench: Family and friends honor loved one lost in hope to raise awareness for mental illness appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Summerset Theatre opens Season 56 with the musical ‘Annie’
Summerset Theatre will open with “Annie,” on Thursday, June 13 as part of its 56th Season. The musical, based on the comic strip “Little Orphan Annie,” appeared on Broadway in 1977 and won seven Tony Awards. Over the years, Little Orphan Annie has inspired many versions of her story to be told. This will be […] The post Summerset Theatre opens Season 56 with the musical ‘Annie’ appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Adams Dairy Days celebrating 50th
Adams Dairy Days has always been one of those events that kicks off the summer in style and they’ll be doing it again this year as the event celebrates 50 years. Slated for June 7-9, Dairy Days will boast another three days of fun in the heart of Mower County with more yet to come […] The post Adams Dairy Days celebrating 50th appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Gabby Weiss passes away, legacy will continue on the baseball diamond
If you’ve been to a baseball game in the Mower County area in the past 40 years, you’ve probably seen somebody that was coached by Gabby Weiss, who passed away this week. Even in his passing, Weiss’s legacy will live on in his former players who all got their start playing with the Austin All-Stars […] The post Gabby Weiss passes away, legacy will continue on the baseball diamond appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
New sculpture is giving visitors another destination stop in Austin
A new opportunity for pictures in Austin is helping spread the word about what the community has to offer. Earlier this spring, a 3-D sculpture of the outline of Minnesota, was installed along Fourth Avenue NE just north of the Jail and Justice Center. Measuring eight feet tall and seven feet wide, the sculpture is […] The post New sculpture is giving visitors another destination stop in Austin appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Convictions: May 27-June 3
— Hpa Bla, 62, Austin, was sentenced to 10 years supervised probation and fined $50 for felony second degree criminal sexual conduct-contact with victim under 14, actor more than 36 months older. He must follow several conditions —George Admil Langstaff, 51, Austin, was sentenced to two years supervised probation for felony fifth degree drugs possession. […] The post Convictions: May 27-June 3 appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
In Your Community: Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge is played in Austin on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Mower County Senior Center starting at 11:30 a.m. The center is located at 400 Third Ave., NE, and opens at 8 a.m. and lunch starting at 11 a.m. Players come from Mason City and Northwood, Iowa, Albert Lea, Rose Creek, and Austin. On […] The post In Your Community: Duplicate Bridge appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
In Your Community: Mower County Senior Center
Monday S.A.I.L- Balance and Strength, 9 a.m. Blood Pressure Checks, 9 a.m. CSFP Distribution, 9:30-11 a.m. Ping Pong, 9:30 a.m. Tai Chi, 10 a.m. Line Dancing, 10:15 a.m. Lunch available, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Book Club 12-1:00pm Mahjong, 1 p.m. Movin’ Stix, 1 p.m. Tuesday Silver Sneakers, 8:15 a.m. Exercise with Evies Friends, […] The post In Your Community: Mower County Senior Center appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Education Briefs
College of St. Scholastica 2024 Spring Dean’s List Austin Laura Geffert Trishanna Gordon Lauren Schmitt Toria Strampe Ediget Tadesse James Madison University 2024 Spring Graduates Jacob Stephens of Le Roy graduated with a degree(s) in English – MA University of Minnesota Duluth 2024 Spring Dean’s List Austin Rachel Christenson, senior, UMD-Sci & Eng. Swenson Coll […] The post Education Briefs appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Pacelli Honor Roll
Pacelli Catholic junior high/senior high semester two honor roll Honor Roll GPA 3.0 – 3.49 7th grade Jacey Bednar Josey Bednar Carter Bissen Marshall Bunnell Marlie Klankowski Mallory Lamers Maya Leif Dylan Miller Ethan Pepper Eighth grade Natalie Napton Ninth grade Comlan Assogba JJ Bastyr Madi Klankowski Alec Klingfus Jeremy Miller Alissa Watkins 10th grade […] The post Pacelli Honor Roll appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
US hiring and wage growth picked up last month in sign of sustained economic health
WASHINGTON — America’s employers added a strong 272,000 jobs in May, accelerating from April and a sign that companies are still confident enough in the economy to keep hiring despite persistently high interest rates. Last month’s sizable job gain suggests that the economy is still growing steadily, propelled by consumer spending on travel, entertainment and […] The post US hiring and wage growth picked up last month in sign of sustained economic health appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Many Americans are still shying away from EVs despite Biden’s push, an AP-NORC/EPIC poll finds
WASHINGTON — Many Americans still aren’t sold on going electric for their next car purchase. High prices and a lack of easy-to-find charging stations are major sticking points, a new poll shows. About 4 in 10 U.S. adults say they would be at least somewhat likely to buy an EV the next time they buy […] The post Many Americans are still shying away from EVs despite Biden’s push, an AP-NORC/EPIC poll finds appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
After 41 years, Pat Sajak makes his final spin as host of ‘Wheel of Fortune’
LOS ANGELES — After 41 years and over 8,000 episodes, Pat Sajak’s final turn as the renowned host of “Wheel of Fortune” will air on Friday. In a farewell message released ahead of Friday’s episode airing, Sajak thanked the viewers of the beloved game show for granting him the “incredible privilege to be invited into […] The post After 41 years, Pat Sajak makes his final spin as host of ‘Wheel of Fortune’ appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Several file for local offices
Several have filed to run for local offices including the City Council and Mower County Board of Commissioners. In total, 11 people have filed to run for spots within the city including Austin mayor where incumbent Steve King has filed to run for another term. Running against him will be Jeff Austin, who is currently […] The post Several file for local offices appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
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