1+ day, 46+ min ago   (626+ words) The summer’s biggest event — the Mower County Fair — is nearly wrapped up, but Austin’s next big thing is right around the corner with a big milestone. In just under two weeks time, the Austin ArtWorks Festival will hold its two-day…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago   (564+ words) The challenger for Mower County sheriff has raised concerns in regard to items being handed out to the public by current sheriff Steve Sandvik, bearing his name, at public events including the Mower County Fair. In a Facebook post earlier…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago   (600+ words) The Austin Blue Jays proved they are at their best when their backs are up against the wall as they kept their season alive with an improbable ninth inning comeback to beat the Plainview Bucks 8-6 in a District 2B elimination game…...

1+ day, 19+ hour ago   (294+ words) Austin Daily Herald Karen Ann Diaz, age 62, of Austin, Minnesota, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at her home. A funeral service for Karen will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Cornerstone…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago   (112+ words) Austin Daily Herald Despite rain threats, the Great Frontier Bull Riding show opened Friday at the Mower County Fair for the first of two nights. Despite the threat of rain, the Great Frontier Bull Riding show reared into action for…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (233+ words) Michael K. Beckel, 49, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026 at The Emeralds at Faribault. As an adult, he enjoyed competing in pool and dart leagues at Hoot and Ole’s and the Bakery Lounge. His happiest moments were spent with his…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (637+ words) Austin Daily Herald Familiarity with the fair From childhood rides to art displays and rabbit exhibits, one fairgoer reflects on how familiar traditions and small changes keep the annual visit meaningful. It’s usually seen as annual tradition to head to…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (882+ words) For years, Hormel’s meatpackers faced off in a Tug-of-War battle at the Mower County Fair against Milwaukee Railroad shop workers. This traditional battle before a packed grandstand, however, was sidelined 100 years ago because organizers believed an attraction should not be…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago   (231+ words) The American Red Cross is continuing to urge donors of all blood types to make an appointment to give blood amid an ongoing national blood crisis. Just three additional donors at every blood drive could help further stabilize the blood…...