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Austin, Minnesota Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello again Austin! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Driving between Austin and Rochester Tuesday? Here’s where ramps will close
  • What messages resonated at Austin’s Memorial Day ceremonies this year?
  • See how much grant money is coming to Austin arts groups

Also on today's calendar: Open Clay Studio | Austin (MN) Area Arts and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: I went into the woods and found it. Once I'd found it, I searched for it. The harder I searched, the less I wanted it. When at last I couldn't find it, I carried it home in my hand. What is it? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 83, low: 58.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• I-90 ramp closures near Stewartville Tuesday for bridge work (kimt.com) — If you’re driving between Austin and Rochester, expect I-90 ramp closures Tuesday at Highway 63 near Stewartville and lane closures on several bridges through August. MnDOT crews are sealing cracks and joints on 34 bridges in Mower and Olmsted counties, including multiple spans between Austin and Highway 63. Plan extra time, follow detours, and watch for flaggers.
   

• Anchoring the names of those fallen on Memorial Day (austindailyherald.com) — Memorial Day drew strong crowds to the Veterans Memorial in downtown Austin, Oakwood Cemetery, and other local cemeteries to honor those who died in service. VFW Post 1216’s Anthony Dunn reminded attendees that the day centers on those who never came home, as names from past wars were read and a wreath was placed in the Cedar River.
   

• SE Minnesota arts grants total $238K for 28 groups (kimt.com) — Austin arts groups are getting a boost, with the Austin Symphony Orchestra receiving $11,000 and MacPhail Center for Music in Austin awarded $10,575 for all-ages programming. They’re among 28 organizations across southeastern Minnesota sharing $238,495 in new arts grants supporting performances, festivals, and cultural projects.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • TradeJobsWorkforce posted a job opening for United Airlines Ramp Agent in Austin. Apply here.
  • Hy-Vee Supermarket posted a job opening for Demonstrator in Austin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Austin here.

🗞 Nearby News

Albert Lea

  • Solar panels coming to Albert Lea City Hall this week (kimt.com)
  • Songbird Trail agreement up for vote in Albert Lea City Council (kimt.com)
  • Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the week for May 25, 2026 (va.gov)

Kasson

Stewartville

  • Exit Ramps at I-90/Hwy. 63 Interchange Between Rochester & Stewartville to Close (krocnews.com)
  • K-M wins in 12 innings, Byron bests Winona to set up Section 1AAA Baseball Tournament meeting (kttc.com)

Ok Austin! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A splinter. (Thank you Jake M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Austin

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Austin

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.