Opinion
April Jeppson: The ocean was calling me again this week
I’m sipping hot cocoa on the balcony of a fifth-floor condo. This has been our home for the ...
Opinion
Ask a Trooper: Rules to follow when driving in roundabouts
Question: I have noticed that there are more aggressive actions being taken at roundabouts. Drivers are entering the ...
Health Updates
Senior strength: Skilled nursing for continued health
Guest column by Martha Jones Sichko Stroke, physical therapy or medical conditions are reasons why seniors may require ...
Opinion
My Point of View: A call to those attending the county GOP convention
We had a busy and productive caucus evening last month, despite it being the only winter weather we’ve ...
Opinion
Sarah Stultz: Let us do the work so you don’t always have to
On Monday I started my work day at 8:30 a.m. as I headed up to the Freeborn County ...
Opinion
Al Batt: Good night. Sleep tight. Don’t let the pillows bite.
Part of a human being is a human sleeping.
Opinion
April Jeppson: Applying lessons learned earlier in life
Earlier this week I had to deal with a situation. One of my staff members told me about ...
Opinion
Senate Report: Fixing the mistakes of the 2023 legislative session
Last week, we got the February budget forecast, which gives us a good idea of our state’s financial ...
Opinion
Ask a Trooper: Are mobile digital ads allowed?
Question: I have a question in regards to exploring a business idea that has to do with mobile ...
Opinion
Al Batt: No coupons? What are you, a billionaire or something?
What do you call someone born on Leap Day?
Opinion
Sarah Stultz: Who have been Albert Lea’s watchers of the lake?
Every year I’ve worked at the Tribune, I’ve looked forward to receiving the phone call letting us know ...
Opinion
My Point of View: Why would Rep. Finstad vote to shut down the USDA?
The Republican-controlled House of Representatives returned from a two-week vacation at the last minute to vote on a ...
Columnists
Guest column: Opportunities available in protective services
Iconic lawman Sargent Joe Friday was famous for saying, “Just the facts ma’am.” As we explore the field ...
Opinion
Capitol Comments: Banning your right to challenge obscene books in school libraries
Is it appropriate for society to protect children from things like obscenity, pornography and age-inappropriate extreme content and ...
Opinion
April Jeppson: Choose understanding instead of judgement
Sitting in a meeting this week and someone brings up the power of gratitude. They encouraged everyone in ...
