Latest Progress 2023

Progress 2023

Retired DHS director named Citizen of the Year

Albert Lean Darryl Meyer grew up as the son of a preacher, learning early on to take the ...

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Teaching more than just education

Exciting things are happening at Albert Lea’s Adult Education Center. Just ask Penny Jahnke, coordinator at the center. ...

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Retired pastor aims to fill a need as a substitute teacher

It’s no secret that school districts across the country are looking for substitute teachers. And for some, teaching ...

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Senior Resources director loves helping people

April Schuur’s job keeps her busy. “I oversee the programs for our seniors of Freeborn County,” said Schuur, ...

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Albert Lea family-owned business enters 3rd-generation ownership

A third generation is at the helm of Kelley Plumbing Heating & Cooling in Albert Lea. Jeff Kelley, ...

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‘It’s rare to find someone as upbeat and driven’

ALDEN — “It is what it is” has been Kari Nesje’s motto ever since losing both arms just ...

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Building momentum behind renewable energy

The reason everyone in the state knows where Albert Lea is has also been an impetus for increased ...

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Bank committed to be a partner ‘for the long run’

HARTLAND — The wind blew with an increasingly high intensity, tree branches broke, glass shattered, shingles lifted and ...

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Easton’s bridal shop changes owners

EASTON — Ownership of a longtime bridal store in Easton dating back to 1981 passed from one family ...

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Impacted by his father, brother who were veterans, man loves helping those who’ve served

LAKE MILLS — Growing up as the son of a World War II veteran and the brother of ...

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‘I love my little town’: New Freeborn city clerk and treasurer has long connections to community 

FREEBORN — After several years with another city clerk and treasurer, the city of Freeborn welcomed a new ...

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‘Part of a larger family’: After more than 20 years in other capacities, God put details into place for Kozelsky to become principal

HOLLANDALE — Susan Kozelsky, principal at Hollandale Christian School, is in her second year as principal, though being ...

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Northwood native turning historic building into wine bar and art gallery

NORTHWOOD — A combined new wine bar and art gallery are being added downtown in Northwood. The space, ...

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Alden Area Community Foundation ‘building a stronger community for years to come’

ALDEN — Serving the city of Alden and its surrounding areas by supporting programs and projects that improve ...

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The sky’s not the limit — it’s just the beginning

Taylor Matz of Hayward was a youth when his grandfather took him in the air for his first ...

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