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Bridge to be replaced in rural Freeborn County
EMMONS, Minn. – Replacement of a bridge on Freeborn County Road 60 is scheduled to begin on May 15. The bridge and a portion of the road roughly 3.3 miles west of Emmons will be closed until the project is completed. The Freeborn County Highway Department says that should be at the end of July.
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 extended through tonight for southern Minnesota
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has extended the air quality alert for southern Minnesota until 11 p.m. on Monday, May 13. The affected area includes the Twin Cities metro, Albert Lea, Marshall, Worthington, Rochester, Winona, Mankato, and the tribal nation of Prairie Island. Heavy smoke...
Albert Lea teacher finalist for Presidential Awards for Excellence
Albert Lea teacher named Presidential Award finalist. (ABC 6 News) – Lakeview Elementary School math teacher Mark Nenchanicky has been chosen as one of Minnesota’s six finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science teaching. Nenchanicky, a graduate of Albert Lea High School and 2010...
Will Minnesota get a bonding bill in 2024? It’s all in the politics
There’s an aging wastewater treatment plant in Albert Lea in dire need of an estimated $80 million in upgrades. Without some help from the state, city officials say that project simply won’t be possible. From fire stations to health centers, countless projects in cities across the state are...
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.
Showcasing young business owners at annual trade show
AUSTIN, Minn. - Students in the Mower County 'Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunities' or CEO program showcased their companies at its trade show on May 15. The CEO class meets five days a week for 90 minutes and counts as a year long two credit course. It gives high school students the opportunity to actually create a business and learn all of the risks, management, and results that come out of that.
City staff present plan for treatment, disposal of trees on private property impacted by emerald ash borer
The Albert Lea City Council heard updated plans Monday about recommendations for treatment and disposal of ash trees from private properties in the city in light of the confirmed emerald ash borer in the community. Ryan Hajek, assistant director of public works, said the Minnesota Department of Agriculture this spring confirmed the emerald ash borer […] The post City staff present plan for treatment, disposal of trees on private property impacted by emerald ash borer appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Institute waiting to hear outcome of bonding request
As this year’s legislative session nears its end, The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota, waits to hear whether a requested $20M in funding from this year’s bonding bill will be approved to support its ongoing Minnesota BioImaging Center (MBiC) project. MBiC would expand the Institute’s capabilities, provide essential workforce training that is in high global […] The post Institute waiting to hear outcome of bonding request appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Bathroom damaged at Pioneer Park and other reports
A sink was reported torn off a wall in the bathroom at 8:44 a.m. Wednesday at 100 W. Hawthorne St. There was other damage to the bathroom as well. Theft by fraud reported Deputies received a report of theft by fraud at 3:17 p.m. Wednesday on 135th Street in Glenville. Windows broken out Deputies responded […] The post Bathroom damaged at Pioneer Park and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Baseball Recap: Isaac Underbakke leads a balanced attack to beat Alden-Conger/Glenville-Emmons
Mabel-Canton won the last time they faced Alden-Conger/Glenville-Emmons, and things went their way on Saturday too. The Mabel-Canton Cougars skirted past Alden-Conger/Glenville-Emmons 4-3. The win made it back-to-back victories for Mabel-Canton. Mabel-Canton saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Isaac Underbakke,...
Super Fresh reopens to full service
(ABC 6 News) – Super Fresh Garden, Market and Bakery in Austin held its grand re-opening Saturday. The store, now under new ownership, celebrated returning to full service from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. “We’ve been re-opened on a limited basis for the last three months, but now that...
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