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Albert Lea’s Honda dealership changes owners
Albert Lea’s Honda dealership is under new ownership with the transition of Wuerflein Honda into what is now ...
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Exhibition brings a new world of color
A new exhibition at the Freeborn County Arts Initiative featuring the work of a visual arts instructor in ...
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Are you ready to roar? Albert Lea High School gears up for annual talent showcase
Tigers Roar returns to the high school at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. This year’s theme is ...
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5 things to do this week: Open mic, shopping and figure skating
1 Unquiet Night The Freeborn County Arts Initiative will have its annual Unquiet Night at 7 p.m. Friday. ...
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Cech family named Freeborn County’s Farm Family of the Year
Aaron and Tammy Cech and their family were named the 2023 Farm Family of the Year during Wednesday ...
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FFA launches new Support Minnesota Agriculture initiative to raise funds for foundation
Since 1953, the Minnesota FFA Foundation has provided opportunities for the growth and success of Minnesota’s youth. With ...
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Albert Lea woman elected to serve as SEMAAA board chair
The Southeastern Minnesota Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors has elected Jean Eaton as the 2023 board ...
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Promising end to gridlock, DFL leaders agree on budget outline
Minnesota legislative leaders and the governor said Tuesday that they’d reached an agreement on the broad outlines of ...
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Albert Lea Scouts collect almost 900 pounds of food in weekend Scouting for Food campaign
Each year the Twin Valley Council Boy Scouts of America conducts a “Scouting for Food” campaign to collect ...
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Trailers reported stolen and other reports
A flat bed trailer and a dump trailer were reported stolen at 3:41 p.m. Monday at 1353 S.E. ...
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School grant funding allows new opportunities for students
Scott Hanna, environmental learning center experiential education coordinator for the Albert Lea school district, gave an update to ...
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In Trump case, NY grand jury appears near end of its work
NEW YORK — A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump over a hush money payment to a porn ...
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Woman sentenced to probation, stayed prison term in drug case
An Albert Lea woman was sentenced to 10 years of probation and a stayed prison sentence Monday in ...
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Interim Halverson principal excited to serve in new position
A familiar face is in a new place as Kim Larson is the new interim principal at Halverson ...
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Minnesota House passes bill that shields abortion providers, out-of-state patients
By Dana Ferguson, Minnesota Public Radio News The Minnesota House of Representatives voted 68-62 Monday for a bill ...
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GOP donor faces trial on charges of sex trafficking minors
MINNEAPOLIS — A formerly well-connected Republican donor, accused of plying petite, vulnerable teenage girls with cash, liquor and ...
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1 arrested after search warrant and other reports
Deputies arrested Jonathan David Wigham, 40, after a search warrant at 9:56 a.m. Friday at 27358 850th Ave., ...
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Walz signs school meals bill into law
Surrounded by school children, teachers, advocates and public officials, Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill into law Friday ...
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Sheriff speaks out against proposed ammunition legislation
New proposed legislation is receiving pushback from a number of law enforcement, including Ryan Shea, sheriff for Freeborn ...
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Editorial: Expanded access in the courtroom a step forward
The Minnesota Supreme Court this week expanded its rules regarding cameras in the courtroom during criminal trials. In ...
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Ask a Trooper: Are earplugs, headphones OK while driving?
Question: Is it legal to wear earplugs or headphones while driving a vehicle in Minnesota?
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Senate Report: City of Austin showcased at the Minnesota State Capitol
All Minnesota students should have access to a nutritious breakfast and lunch. However, legislation for the state government ...
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April Jeppson: Life is but a moment — enjoy it now
This year will be the third St. Patrick’s Day that my family will be celebrating while on vacation. ...
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Future of area bonding projects still unsure after Senate vote
Area bonding projects remain up in the air after Senate Republicans on Thursday moved to table the $1.5 ...