The Freeborn County Republican Picnic will be Aug. 17, at the main pavilion in Edgewater Park in Albert Lea. There will be a social time beginning at 5:30 p.m. with dinner serving beginning at 6 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for students. Age 4 and younger eat free. RSVP to Annie Schleck at 373-2940 or by e-mail tomschleck@yahoo.com by Aug. 11.

Candidates will be present. Bring your comments and questions.