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A Happy Medium

Fall is the most wonderful time of the year

Fall is in full swing, so I thought I’d share my favorite things about this wonderful season. Pumpkins I love the vivid orange color that ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, October 23, 2014 10:17 am

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School dress code is too restrictive for girls

Something I never understood in middle school and high school was the dress code. If you think about it, it is mostly directed at girls. ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, October 16, 2014 10:07 am

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Read, read, read, read, read, read, read, read

A few weeks ago, my friend Madison called me from college asking if she could use my columns for her presentation for a class. Madison ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, October 9, 2014 10:53 am

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What’s so bad about the balanced calendar?

As I was preparing to leave high school, the idea of a balanced calendar was just being introduced to the school district. Everyone got their ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, September 25, 2014 10:19 am

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Tattoos becoming more accepted in society

Since turning 18, and many of my friends are also 18 or older, it’s now legal for us to get tattoos. In today’s society, more ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, September 18, 2014 9:48 am

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The hardest college class so far is design

I love college. Although I’m not doing the typical college experience by living in dorms or near campus, I’m happy with the decision I made. ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, September 11, 2014 10:11 am

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5 tips to get students through high school

The new school year is back in full swing. Since I am no longer in high school, I decided I’ll share five tips I think ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, September 4, 2014 10:03 am

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Don’t be afraid to reach out to the struggling

Within the last couple of weeks, two celebrities have brought attention to both suicide and mental illness. When Robin Williams committed suicide, the world was ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 21, 2014 10:23 am

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Community college beats out Arizona State

Last week, I made a big decision. In fact, it is probably one of the biggest decisions I will ever make in my life. Today ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 14, 2014 10:50 am

News

Jewels of the smile

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by Erin Murtaugh, Friday, August 8, 2014 10:11 am

Featured News

Love beats disease, keeps Albert Lea man going

At age 49, Albert Lea resident DuWayne Kirchner was at the top of his game in the insurance field. Then he got a life changing ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 7, 2014 10:09 am

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Relay for Life is an extraordinary fundraiser

This Friday, my favorite charity event of all time is going to be taking place. The Freeborn County Relay for Life will be from 6 p.m., ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, August 7, 2014 9:53 am

Featured News

Thomas Rhett pumps up the fair crowd

After Grandstand attendees got pumped up with lights and loud music, Thomas Rhett came out on stage, bursting with energy. The 24-year-old country star opened ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Friday, August 1, 2014 1:00 pm

Featured News

Cancer survivor isn’t the stereotype

Men get breast cancer, too. Lynn Berven is an active participant of the Freeborn County Relay for Life. This year, he is one of two ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Friday, August 1, 2014 9:52 am

Education

4-H is good for youth

CONGER — Eighteen-year-old Malory Mattson received a champion award at the Freeborn County Fair for her scrapbooks she made as part of a 4-H project. ... Read more

by Erin Murtaugh, Thursday, July 31, 2014 10:49 am

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