alexguerrero, Author at Albert Lea Tribune

Education

New law allows hourly school support staff to apply for unemployment in the summer

Last week, the Minnesota state Legislature passed a bill allowing school bus drivers, nutrition staff, paraprofessionals and education support staff within the state to apply ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Wednesday, June 7, 2023 8:46 pm

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Water tower is expected to be operational by mid-July

Albert Lea’s new water tower at the intersection of Newton Avenue and Fountain Street is nearing completion after a 2-1/2-year project. Ryan Hajek, assistant director ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Tuesday, June 6, 2023 7:55 pm

Education

Proposed changes in administration presented at school board meeting

During Monday night’s school board meeting, Ron Wagner, superintendent of Albert Lea Area Schools, presented a proposed organizational chart for administration that, if approved, would ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Tuesday, June 6, 2023 11:47 am

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5 things to do this week: Eddie Cochran weekend, Fountain Lake 5, pet blessing and more

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by Alex Guerrero, Monday, June 5, 2023 2:45 pm

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Wells prepares for Summer in the City

Summer in the City returns to Broadway in Wells from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday. According to Tabitha Swenson, director of the Wells Chamber of ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Friday, June 2, 2023 6:58 am

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Discover the rich history of Albert Lea’s historic district with new plaques

New plaques are going up inside buildings around historic downtown thanks to the Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library & Village. “We as a staff have ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Wednesday, May 31, 2023 3:50 pm

Education

Teacher at NRHEG chosen as new high school principal

Following the acceptance of David Bunn’s resignation as principal at NRHEG Secondary School earlier this month, Grant Berg has been hired for the position pending ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Tuesday, May 30, 2023 5:47 pm

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5 things to do this week: Books, entertainment and a Ride for Alzheimer’s

1 Book signing Sara Broers, author of “100 Things to Do in Iowa Before You Die” will be at the Top of Iowa Welcome Center ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Tuesday, May 30, 2023 5:41 pm

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With legalization of marijuana, will it become normalized?

Recreational marijuana use will now be legal starting Aug. 1 in Minnesota, with adults over 21 able to legally own up to 2 pounds of ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Friday, May 26, 2023 6:00 pm

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National Poppy Day recognizes veterans

Volunteers were expected to be out at Hy-Vee Friday and Saturday handing out poppies. “Monies that go to the Poppy Day go to our veterans,” ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Friday, May 26, 2023 2:27 pm

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Library looking for authors for author festival

The Albert Lea Public Library has put out a call for authors in preparation for its second annual Local Author Festival. “We realize that we ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Friday, May 26, 2023 6:40 am

Education

Alden-Conger walkathon raises 3 times the goal for school

Despite the rain outside, the Alden-Conger Parent Teacher Organization held their first ever walkathon May 12, and the results are in. The event raised more ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Thursday, May 25, 2023 8:29 pm

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They’re up, up and away: Albert Lea airport hosting National Glider Competition

If it appears more aircraft have been departing Albert Lea Municipal Airport this week than normal, your eyes are not playing tricks on you. That’s ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Tuesday, May 23, 2023 6:36 pm

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5 things to do this week: Return of Thursdays on Fountain, flea market

The free summer concert series kicks off at 11 a.m. Thursday with food vendors in the North Broadway parking lot. Music from Live From Austin ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Monday, May 22, 2023 6:52 pm

Education

Albert Lea High School graduates the class of 2023

The bleachers were packed and parking was difficult to find during a sunny but cool Friday night at Jim Gustafson Field as Albert Lea High ... Read more

by Alex Guerrero, Friday, May 19, 2023 10:27 pm

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