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Alleged kidnapper who led police on 5-hour chase pleads not guilty

A 27-year-old Rochester man who allegedly kidnapped his ex-girlfriend and led police on a five-hour pursuit pleaded not guilty Thursday to five criminal charges. Read more

Bill would let attorneys carry guns

A bill that would allow Minnesota prosecutors to carry firearms is likely headed to a floor vote in the House. Read more  | 1 comment

DFL chair touts Institute project

State DFL Party chair Ken Martin told officials from the city of Austin and The Hormel Institute Thursday that the proposed Institute expansion is one ... Read more

Police investigating break-in at salon

Austin police are investigating a break-in overnight Wednesday at the Edge Salon. Read more  | 2 comments

Mail driver pleads not guilty to stealing from cards

A Spring Valley route driver accused of stealing money from greeting cards pleaded not guilty Thursday to two criminal charges. Read more

46-year-old sentenced to probation for hitting two squad cars, deputy

A 46-year-old rural Brownsdale man who hit two squad cars and a deputy with his vehicle was sentenced to probation on Thursday. Read more  | 4 comments

Wedding showcase planned at Hormel Historic Home

Wedding enthusiasts, planners and potential brides and grooms will converge on Austin this weekend. Read more

Police reports: arrest on Nicollet County warrant

Police reports for Thursday, Jan. 26, and part of Friday, Jan. 27. Read more

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  3. VFW Auxiliary accepting scholarship applications
  4. Church of Christ plans mission trip to Jamaica
  5. DNR preps for wolf hunting season
  6. Daily 5 in 2: Potty-room pilfering; Auto flushers stolen
  7. Photos: Twins stop in area
  8. Driver in crash says she was rear-ended
  9. Winery to hold grand opening | 1 comment
  10. Romens fanfare
  11. An inside look at state Legislators
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Winery to hold grand opening

Winery to hold grand opening

GRAND MEADOW — Four Daughters Vineyard and Winery is prepared for a grand occasion this weekend. Read more | 1 comment

Courts and Crime

Mail driver pleads not guilty to stealing from cards

A Spring Valley route driver accused of stealing money from greeting cards pleaded not guilty Thursday to two criminal charges. Read more

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  2. Police reports: Small fire at Second Avenue NW

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Kirbys see both sides of the puck

Kirbys see both sides of the puck

Sometimes advice from your big brother is all you really need. Three years ago, John Kirby was ready to be done with hockey. He had ... Read more

  1. Packer swimmers force a tie with JM
  2. Lyle-Pacelli girls win at Fillmore Central
  3. Hayfield girls come back from break with win over Byron

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Stocks slip after US economic growth disappoints

NEW YORK — Stocks were drifting lower Friday after the government reported the U.S. economy grew at a slower pace than economists had expected in ... Read more

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  3. Panetta: US ground forces would be cut by 100,000
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  5. Minn. House bill lets prosecutors carry guns
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Drivers should plan for worst to stay safe

Most of us think nothing of hopping in our cars to drive a couple of hours ... Read more

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Romens fanfare

A young blues/rock guitarist and singer/songwriter will be playing in Albert Lea Saturday evening. Read more

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Stiehm, Clennon spar at council retreat

Marian Clennon feels like the odd city council member out. Read more | 20 comments

Courts and Crime

46-year-old sentenced to probation for hitting two squad cars, deputy

A 46-year-old rural Brownsdale man who hit two squad cars and a deputy with his vehicle was sentenced to probation on Thursday. Read more | 4 comments

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