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Drizzle, freezing rain could lead to slick roads
Albert Lea and the surrounding area remain under a winter weather advisory as a mix of freezing rain, ...
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County board to interview 4 candidates for county administrator position
Interviews with four candidates for the position of Freeborn County administrator are slated to take place on Wednesday ...
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Holiday Bazaar adjusts with cold weather
Albert Lea’s Holiday Bazaar was Thursday evening and shifted because of cold weather.
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Mrs. Gerry’s in Albert Lea expanding to make way for new products recently acquired
Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen in Albert Lea is expanding within its current footprint to make way for the addition ...
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Wintry mix moving in late Friday night
A wintry mix is expected to develop over Iowa and into southern Minnesota late Friday night, bringing with ...
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Letter: Another great All-Service Clubs Luncheon
My wife, Marilyn, and I as Rotarians enjoyed a fine meal and tremendous concert by the ALHS Chorale ...
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Marriage licenses issued: November 2024
Freeborn County Rebekah Ann Dyvig, of 1510 Lakewood Ave. in Albert Lea, and David Robert Troska, of 79745 ...
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Weekly duplicate bridge results announced
Learn to play bridge Fridays at the Mower County Senior Center at 12:30 p.m.. Call 1-507–219-1647 for any ...
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Minnesota DNR shares snowmobile safety reminders
As snowmobile riders prepare for the upcoming riding season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds riders of ...
Faith
Across the Pastor’s Desk: Jesus came as the Son of Man
One of the curious titles Jesus became known by during his earthly ministry is the Son of Man.
Education
Jumping into excellence and singing for success
By Marie Adams At Hawthorne Elementary, our upper-elementary students are more than just learners — they are athletes, ...
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SEMAC announces January grant opportunity for artists
The Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council (SEMAC) will open applications for Individual Artist Grants on Dec. 28, with submissions ...
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City encourages residents to reduce salt pollution and protect local lakes
Salt, particularly chloride, poses a significant threat to Minnesota’s fish and freshwater ecosystem, including local lakes. The Minnesota ...
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Faith
Robin Gudal: God’s hands hold the whole world
I was sitting in church as Greggy was in a conversation off to my right. I twisted just ...
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Standout Student: Levi Soper
Age: 12 Parents: Shawna and Bryan Which elementary school did you attend? Sibley Favorite teacher of all time ...
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Administrator’s Corner: The first semester is almost over but many opportunities remain the rest of year
Finals week is here for semester one and that means we are right on top of the halfway ...
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Minnesota companies, entrepreneurs brace for potential Trump tariffs in the coming year
President-elect Donald Trump calls himself “Tariff Man.” He repeatedly said during his successful campaign for the White House ...
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Court dispositions: Oct. 9-10, 2024
Freeborn County District Court Oct. 9 Felicia Michelle Burciaga, 28, 456 Mound St., Owatonna. Count 1: Traffic – ...
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Minnesota special education costs climbing rapidly as more students qualify for services
Recently released state budget data shows the counts and costs of special education are rising dramatically in Minnesota. ...
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Room broken into and other reports
A room at Quality Inn, 2306 E. Main St., was reported broken into at 10:51 a.m. Wednesday. Damage ...
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New Jersey, Minnesota sue Glock over switch that allows pistols to fire like machine gun
NEWARK, N.J. — New Jersey and Minnesota sued Glock on Thursday, calling on the gunmaker to stop selling ...
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Gov. Tim Walz says he’ll propose anti-fraud measures, reflects on VP bid
Back to the nitty gritty of governing after a national campaign, Gov. Tim Walz urged lawmakers Thursday to ...