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Tensions flare at Minnesota Capitol as debates stretch on; DFLers say they’ll push ahead with ERA measure
Democrats who hold all three levers of power at the Minnesota Capitol said Thursday that they would shut down long speeches that have impaired their ability to pass bills in the final days of the legislative session. The post Tensions flare at Minnesota Capitol as debates stretch on; DFLers say they’ll push ahead with ERA measure appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Alliant Energy proposing 2nd wind farm in northwestern Freeborn County
Alliant Energy has announced plans to add additional wind turbines in Freeborn County with what it is calling the Bent Tree North Wind Farm. The post Alliant Energy proposing 2nd wind farm in northwestern Freeborn County appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Albert Lea Farmers Market opens with spring produce, programs to encourage healthy eating
The parking lot on the corner of Broadway Avenue and Fountain Street on Wednesday was crowded with vendors for the long-awaited opening day of the Albert Lea Farmers Market. The post Albert Lea Farmers Market opens with spring produce, programs to encourage healthy eating appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota lawmakers OK school policy changes on cell phones, book bans, literacy
Minnesota lawmakers on Wednesday backed an education policy bill that prohibits book bans, requires schools to implement cell phone policies and adjusts requirements on literacy instruction. The post Minnesota lawmakers OK school policy changes on cell phones, book bans, literacy appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Tires reported slashed and other reports
Tires were reported slashed on a vehicle at 8:13 a.m. Wednesday at 1437 Frank Ave. Window broken out of vehicle A window was reported smashed out of a vehicle at 5:26 a.m. Wednesday at 906 Bridge Ave. Theft by fraud reported Police received a report at 12:34 p.m. Wednesday of theft by fraud […] The post Tires reported slashed and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Council approves collaboration for improvements to rugby, football field at Frank Hall Park
The Albert Lea City Council on Monday approved authorizing the city manager to work with the Albert Lea Youth Football, Grizzlies Football Club and youth rugby program for improvements at the practice field at Frank Hall Park. Ron Eriksmoen, who started the rugby club in 2017 with his wife, Brittany, and who are now both […] The post Council approves collaboration for improvements to rugby, football field at Frank Hall Park appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Alerus to acquire Home Federal Savings Bank
Alerus Financial Corporation and HMN Financial Inc. jointly announced Wednesday the signing of a definitive agreement and plan of merger to which Alerus will acquire, in an all-stock merger, HMN Financial Inc., a savings and loan holding company headquartered in Rochester, and the parent company of Home Federal Savings Bank. Under the terms of the […] The post Alerus to acquire Home Federal Savings Bank appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Time pressure builds on Minnesota lawmakers as pace of bill consideration picks up
Minnesota lawmakers picked up the pace Wednesday, moving through several sprawling bills and other measures with three voting days left before their adjournment deadline. The post Time pressure builds on Minnesota lawmakers as pace of bill consideration picks up appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
College leaders beg Minnesotans to submit FAFSA to get financial aid for school
State officials are teaming up with college access advocates and school leaders to address low FAFSA completion rates following months of technical challenges with the form. The post College leaders beg Minnesotans to submit FAFSA to get financial aid for school appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Court documents: Amended charges detail injuries to baby found with defendant
The amended complaint filed earlier this month against the Albert Lea man accused of murdering a 2-year-old boy and injuring a 3-month old baby last July details injuries to the baby, including both new and healing rib fractures, along with several marks and bruises. The baby was in the vehicle that Austin Michael Navarro, 25, […] The post Court documents: Amended charges detail injuries to baby found with defendant appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Teenage pedestrian struck by vehicle
A teenager was reportedly taken to the hospital after he was struck by a vehicle Friday night on Highway 22 in Faribault County. Nolan Ray Polkow, 17, of Easton, was taken to Mayo Clinic Health System in Albert Lea for injuries deemed not life-threatening, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The report stated Polkow, who […] The post Teenage pedestrian struck by vehicle appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Administrator aims to spread the word about Thorne Crest
Thorne Crest Senior Living Community’s new administrator brings a varied background to the position. Jennifer Wood, who officially started in the role in late April, said she began in the gourmet food industry and then became a registered dietitian. She worked as a corporate consulting dietitian for Kwik Trip and then worked as a traveling […] The post Administrator aims to spread the word about Thorne Crest appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Guest column: Knowledge is empowering: A guide to senior services
Seniors, this article contains information worth saving. The content equips you with services and contacts to help you take charge of your health care. Having the knowledge to make informed decisions, coupled with the ability to advocate for yourself, is empowering and necessary to receive the care you need. Remember, asking questions, deciphering medical records, understanding medical records and exploring choices are all essential ways to manage your health and well-being. The post Guest column: Knowledge is empowering: A guide to senior services appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
GOP legislative leaders want Democrats to drop Minnesota ERA as part of session-ending deal
ST. PAUL — Republican leaders of the Minnesota Legislature called Tuesday on Democrats to drop a proposed state Equal Rights Amendment, better fund rural ambulance services and make other concessions as part of their price for GOP votes on a public works package and an end to filibustering that has slowed the final work of the 2024 session. The post GOP legislative leaders want Democrats to drop Minnesota ERA as part of session-ending deal appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota Lynx ticket sales spike for upcoming season thanks to Caitlin Clark effect
Ticket sales for the upcoming season are up 50 percent for the Minnesota Lynx this year as women’s basketball reaches new heights in viewership and revenue. The post Minnesota Lynx ticket sales spike for upcoming season thanks to Caitlin Clark effect appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
UnitedHealthcare faces state penalty for uneven mental health care coverage
UnitedHealthcare is facing penalties for allegedly violating mental health parity laws. The post UnitedHealthcare faces state penalty for uneven mental health care coverage appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Council passes first reading of short-term moratorium on cannabis, tobacco, liquor and sexually-oriented businesses
The Albert Lea City Council on Monday approved the first reading of an ordinance that would place a moratorium on the creation of new tobacco, off-sale liquor, sexually-oriented business and cannabis licenses for up to six months as the city studies how to regulate these businesses equitably. City Manager Ian Rigg said in recent attempts […] The post Council passes first reading of short-term moratorium on cannabis, tobacco, liquor and sexually-oriented businesses appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
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