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Willmar, Fairfax motorcyclists injured in Freeborn County collision Thursday
Motorcyclists from Willmar and Fairfax were injured when their cycles collided in Freeborn County Thursday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, at about 2:26 p.m. on May 16, Leo Joseph Schweiss, age 69, of Fairfax was riding a 2007 Harley Davidson touring cycle northbound on Highway 65. He was accompanied by Ryan John Tillemans, age 48, of Willmar, riding a 2019 Harley Davidson touring cycle. The vehicles collided near milepost 303, near the town of Glenville.
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.
Vehicle fire and other reports
A vehicle was reported fully engulfed in flames at 1:40 a.m. Tuesday on Interstate 35 near mile marker 9. Shoplifting reported Deputies received a report of theft of merchandise at 6:56 p.m. Tuesday at 105 North Star Road. Guns, medications stolen Guns and medications were reported stolen Tuesday morning at 333 E. Third […] The post Vehicle fire and other reports 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.
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.
Details of Austin drive-by shooting murder indictments
(ABC 6 News) – Two men were indicted on 1st-degree murder charges after a deadly shooting that happened in 2023 in Austin. Court documents show 19-year-old Jenup Chop and 29-year-old Cham Oman were originally charged with aiding and abetting 2nd-degree murder after the fatal drive-by shooting of Gumdel Nygare Gilo.
An Austin child care center speaks on importance of funding for early childhood education
AUSTIN, Minn.-Earlier this week, Governor Walz announced $6.2 million in grants to expand child care in Minnesota. In Austin, the Austin Community Charitable Fund received $250,000 in grant money from the state. It can be hard for families who are looking for affordable quality child care. For child care centers...
Good Sam residents frolic with farm animals at mobile petting zoo
Good Sam residents frolic with farm animals at mobile petting zoo on ABC 6 News at 6. (ABC 6 News) – Animals from Hayfield’s Red Barn Learning Farm made a stop at the Good Samaritan Society-Comforcare in Austin today to receive love and pets from the residents at the mobile petting zoo.
Farm animals bringing joy to an Austin nursing home
AUSTIN, Minn. - In honor of national nursing home week- Good Samaritan Society Comforcare in Austin brought some farm animals to the courtyard for residents. This is the third year Red Barn Learning Farm brought animals like ponies, llamas, and bunnies for residents to interact with. Comforcare staff says it's important for older folks to spend time outside doing things they don't normally do.
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.
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.
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.
Air Quality Alert Until Noon Tomorrow
It has a been a summer like Mother’s Day with sunshine to start and temperatures into the mid 80s. Just like a hot summer day we have seen some pop-up showers and storms develop this afternoon ahead of a weak cold front moving from north to south. The biggest story from these was the development of more clouds and winds gusting 20-30mph as this is a very dry cold front. Most of the precipitation did not reach the surface as it is really dry at the low levels and the precipitation is evaporating as it falls from the clouds. The rest of the evening showers and thundershowers will stay at the Minnesota/Iowa border before exiting overnight. Precipitation is more likely to reach the surface with some of the storms currently in Worthington and approaching Fairmont as well as to the east of Albert lea as they are having stronger returns on radar indicating heavier precipitation that will not completely evaporate before reaching the surface. As the showers and mid-level clouds move out, we can expect more sunshine to end the evening especially to the north of I-90. We still have an elevated fire risk due to how dry it is, and some breezy conditions so be careful with any outdoor plans with fire. The next big story behind this cold front winds aloft are going to blow in wildfire smoke this evening and into the morning. We have an air quality alert due to this smoke until noon tomorrow. So, take it easy if you plan on being outdoors this evening and tomorrow morning. Especially those with lung conditions or children and older adults. These wildfires have erupted in British Columbia and the flow aloft is bringing it to our area into this evening. Let’s hope this won’t be a story to come like last summer.
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