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State to amend charge against man accused of killing 2-year-old, injuring baby
The prosecutor of the Albert Lea man charged with killing a 2-year-old boy in July at Trailside Apartments said Tuesday she planned to amend one charge in the case to include assault for the second child who was found in the vehicle with the man when he was arrested. Austin Michael Navarro, 25, previously faced […] The post State to amend charge against man accused of killing 2-year-old, injuring baby appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
In Your Community: Duplicate Bridge
Duplicate Bridge players came out in force on Tuesday, coming from Albert Lea, Austin, Rose Creek and Austin. Winners were: First place, Larry Crowe and Bill Momsen Second place, Edna Knobbe and Gail Schmidt Third place, Camilla Sparks and Paul Hanson Fourth place, Theresa Baldus and Barb Rofshus Fifth place, Barb Butler and John Buley […] The post In Your Community: Duplicate Bridge appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Vehicle reported damaged and other reports
Police received a report of a back window that was reported broken out of a vehicle at 1:34 p.m. Monday at 902 S. First Ave. The vehicle was believed to have been part of a hit-and-run and was pushed into the garage, causing damage to the garage door. Scam reported Deputies received a report […] The post Vehicle reported damaged and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Urn reported stolen and other reports
Police received a report at 12:48 p.m. Tuesday of a theft of an urn at 1101 Lakewood Ave. Semi fire reported A semi was reported on fire at 1:07 a.m. Tuesday on Interstate 35 near mile marker 12 in Albert Lea. Gas driveoff reported Police received a report at 10:01 a.m. Tuesday of […] The post Urn reported stolen and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Albert Lea letter carriers sign up for national food drive
Saturday, May 11, marks the 32nd anniversary of one of America’s great days of giving — the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Letter carriers walk through the community every day, often coming face to face with a sad reality for too many, hunger. So, each year on the second Saturday […] The post Albert Lea letter carriers sign up for national food drive appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Throw Back to the ’70s event Wednesday
First Lutheran Church will host Throw Back to the ’70s Nostalgic Church Basement Ladies Luncheon at noon Wednesday in Bethany Hall at the church. Chicken hot dish, open face sandwiches, Jello, pickles and sweet treats will be served. A program titled “Diane’s Delightful Aprons” will be presented by Diane Westland. Purchase tickets in advance at […] The post Throw Back to the ’70s event Wednesday appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Albert Lea Public Library welcomes new readers after waiving late fees
KIMT News Three's Evan Berg reports on how a policy change is impacting the library's budget and programming. Albert Lea Public Library welcomes new readers after waiving late fees. A surge of new visitors are going to the Albert Lea Public Library after it made the decision to cancel its...
Robin Gudal: I believe in the power of prayer
I have a saying hanging on my refrigerator: “Prayer is the most powerful way to influence anyone.” — Quote from a sermon years ago The post Robin Gudal: I believe in the power of prayer appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Staloch kicks off campaign for District 23A
DFLer Joe Staloch of Albert Lea officially kicked off his campaign as the DFL candidate for the District 23A seat on Thursday in a gathering with about 20 other members of the party at MineAgain’s Bar & Grill. Staloch, who grew up on a family farm outside of Wells, attended St. Casimir’s School and graduated […] The post Staloch kicks off campaign for District 23A appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
SE Minnesota transportation study has been launched
CHATFIELD, Minn. – A transit study covering 11 southeast Minnesota counties is getting underway. The City of Chatfield says it is intended to be comprehensive assessment and financial plan for a transportation management organization (TMO) which will address workforce, mobility, access to services and post-secondary education, and quality of life transportation challenges.
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