Pheasants Forever aims to restart its Mower County chapter with a kickoff meeting Tuesday, Dec. 2, seeking volunteers and new ...

Austin Area Arts has reached its $1.2 million fundraising goal for the Paramount Theatre renovation, with nearly 300 donors ...

Riverland Theatre students present The Spotlight, an original showcase of scenes and songs, on Dec. 5–6. The diverse performance supports students heading to the Kennedy Center festival.

Minnesota officials warn that food aid needs remain high after the federal shutdown, with SNAP recipients still facing ...

Former state champion Amy Bickler steps in as Austin’s new head gymnastics coach, bringing championship experience and a ...

The Hormel Foundation will distribute $34 million to Austin and Mower County nonprofits in 2026, supporting local ...

Enjoy free entry to all 73 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on Friday, Nov. 28. Explore hiking, wildlife, and ...

Researchers have discovered that tiny cell structures called primary cilia help repair DNA in bile duct cells, opening new ...

The 2025 Austin Awards honored outstanding local businesses and individuals on Nov. 13, highlighting leadership, community ...

Hot Meals on Wheels of Austin seeks volunteer drivers and new clients to help deliver affordable daily meals to local ...

Minnesota’s teacher licensing chief urges lawmakers to strengthen reporting rules and give the board more power to revoke ...

Despite personal tragedies and misfortune, the Gregson brothers shaped Austin’s milling industry, laying the foundation for its growth and innovation along the Cedar River.