Sports
A.L. teacher, coach recognized as Class AA State Assistant Tennis Coach of the Year
Longtime Albert Lea coach Neil Chalmers last Saturday was awarded the honor of the Class AA State Assistant ...
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‘One fun, silly way to celebrate Halloween’: Museum to host 3rd annual Creepy Doll Scavenger Hunt
A community favorite activity will return to the Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library & Village this week.
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School board hears about the impact of ALHS’s manufacturing program
While a four-year degree can be valuable, it may not suit every graduating student, as there are alternative ...
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Northwood-Kensett post-prom committee organizing haunted hike with themed stations, jump-scares
Each year at Northwood-Kensett High School, parents of 11th-grade students raise money throughout the year for students to ...
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Update: Medical condition could have caused motorcycle crash on Highway 65 near Glenville
Authorities say a medical condition could have caused a crash Sunday evening in Glenville that injured two people. ...
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Sports Memories: 1 from Albert Lea, Emmons named to All-State Team of Week
What happened in area sports 10, 20 and 50 years ago?
Opinion
Editorial: New program will help seniors in the community
Hats off to the leaders of Albert Lea Fire Rescue, who teamed up with a nonprofit called Care ...
Columnists
Live United: Exchanging communication, ideas a fun part of grant cycle
This week, community members gathered around the table. We ate dinner, learned about each other, and listened to ...
Opinion
April Jeppson: Celebrating 75 years of my dad on Earth
My dad turned 75 this week, and as I sit down to reflect on that, I’m filled with ...
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Paid political letter: Dorman’s leadership and commitment are respected
As a community, we are fortunate to have Mary Jo Dorman as a candidate for the Albert Lea ...
Opinion
Paid political letter: Why Trump?
I’m an unapologetic conservative and Trump supporter. I believe Trump is the right man for our time. America ...
Opinion
Paid political letter: Dorman made learning fun
As I navigate my adult life, I often get asked, “Who was the most influential teacher you had ...
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Paid political letter: Things to remember this election
When considering your vote this November… One candidate is pro public education. The other wants to do away ...
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Paid political letter: Stop home-grown terrorists from stealing soul of American democracy
Four star general Mark Milley warns us all as follows: “No one has ever been as dangerous to ...
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Paid political letter: Elect Dorman to Albert Lea school board
In a time when many see school boards as an opportunity to push their political agenda, it’s refreshing ...
News
Submissions needed for Story Show with theme of “Better Together”
The next edition of The Story Show will be Feb. 8 at The Marion Ross Performing Arts Center ...
Faith
Robin Gudal: Putting our lives in God’s hands
I have sat in and hung out in the emergency room in the last two years a handful ...
Organizations
Organizations: Freeborn American Legion Auxiliary No. 552
The Freeborn American Legion Auxiliary No. 552 meeting was held at the Freeborn American Legion on Sept. 21. ...
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Standout Student: Adriana Vega
Age: 17 Parents: Charisse Rodriguez Where are you from? Albert Lea If from Albert Lea, which elementary school ...
Faith
Across the Pastor’s Desk: Chaotic times and God’s peace
As the 2024 election approaches, like many of you, I have felt a deep sense of concern for ...
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Administrator’s Corner: Early learning supports young learners and families in age of screen time
Lifelong learning begins with play, and the integration of technology into daily life has transformed how parents and ...
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New show focuses on abstract art and how life experience impacted its artist
The Albert Lea Art Center’s newest exhibit, “So Dark, It’s Light” showcases the work of Albert Lea native, ...