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Attempted burglary reported, vehicle rummaged through and other reports
Police received a report at 8:27 a.m. Tuesday of a male who attempted to enter a home at 1430 Manor Ave., along with a vehicle that was rummaged through at the address. Money and Air pods were taken from the vehicle. Property damage reported Police received a report at 11:33 a.m. Tuesday of damage […] The post Attempted burglary reported, vehicle rummaged through and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
People invited to turn in unwanted meds through program
The Albert Lea Police Department and Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office encourage residents to bring their unwanted medications to a collection program from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in the parking lot of Walmart at 1550 Blake Ave. The disposal is free of charge and confidential. Any medication may be dropped off, but no sharps […] The post People invited to turn in unwanted meds through program appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Faribault boys golf turns in best round of season so far
On and off rain combined with wind, and it looked like it was going to be a tough day for scoring on Monday night at the Faribault Golf club, where the Falcons were hosting Mankato East and top Big 9 team Albert Lea. Surprisingly, two players played par or better. Albert Lea, a powerhouse in the Big 9, won the event with a combined four golfers who qualify for the final score of 311, Faribault finished second just five strokes back at 316, and Mankato...
California man pleads guilty to prescription drug fraud in North Iowa
FOREST CITY, Iowa – A California man has pleaded guilty to prescription drug fraud in Winnebago County. Frank Duarte, 69 of Pomona, CA, has entered a guilty plea to prohibited acts – prescription drug violation. His sentencing is set for June 4. Duarte was arrested on February 2...
Forest City man to stand trial for violent burglary
FOREST CITY, Iowa – A Winnebago County man accused of a violent burglary is pleading not guilty. Shannen Auston Williams Sahaba, 23 of Forest City, is now set to stand trial starting June 5 for second-degree burglary and two counts of assault causing bodily injury or mental illness. Law...
Forest City man gets probation for dealing methamphetamine
FOREST CITY, Iowa – Dealing meth means no prison time for a Winnebago County man. Brian Richard Urbatsch, 46 of Forest City, has been sentenced to three to five years of supervised probation and ordered to complete all recommended substance abuse treatment. Urbatsch pleaded guilty to conspiracy with intent...
Man charged after shots fired south of Albert Lea
A rural Albert Lea man is facing charges after authorities responded to a report of shots fired in the roadway Sunday evening near 750th Avenue and 160th Street south of Albert Lea. Russell Edward Sorum, 63, was charged in Freeborn County District Court with one count of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, dangerous weapon-one […] The post Man charged after shots fired south of Albert Lea appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Man injured after crashing motorcycle and other reports
A motorcyclist was injured after a crash at 3:32 p.m. Sunday in a parking lot at 2306 E. Main St. Police stated Allan Martin, 63, of Albert Lea, was taken to the hospital for serious but not life-threatening injuries. Martin was reportedly trying a stunt on the bike when he went down and sustained injuries […] The post Man injured after crashing motorcycle and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Window shot with BB and other reports
A window was reported shot with a BB at 3:15 p.m. Thursday at 104 E. Park Ave. in Hollandale. The incident occurred sometime between Dec. 31 and April 12. 1 injured in crash One person was taken to the hospital after a crash between a semi and vehicle at 6:28 a.m. Thursday at the […] The post Window shot with BB and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
5 things to do this week: Bluegrass concert, lakes cleanup and more
By Ayanna Eckblad 1 Monroe Crossing concert Bluegrass band Monroe Crossing will perform a concert at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Marion Ross Performing Arts Center. Named in honor of Bill Monroe, the “father of bluegrass music,” Monroe Crossing has performed classic, gospel and original bluegrass music for over two decades. Tickets are $20 […] The post 5 things to do this week: Bluegrass concert, lakes cleanup and more appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Freeborn County Communities Foundation grant report: Albert Lea Salvation Army
Report: The Salvation Army in Albert Lea would like to thank the Kenneth W. Olson Foundation of the Freeborn County Communities Foundation for its generous grant donation. The organization said it is fortunate to be able to apply for this grant each year. The post Freeborn County Communities Foundation grant report: Albert Lea Salvation Army appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
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