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Dam partial failure sent more than a century’s worth of sediment pollution downstream
More than a century’s worth of sediment was unleashed downstream into the Blue Earth River after the partial failure of the Rapidan Dam last week. The impacts to water quality and wildlife may not be known for another couple years, experts say. The post Dam partial failure sent more than a century’s worth of sediment pollution downstream appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Drug companies challenge Minnesota prescription discount law in federal court
Several drug companies filed lawsuits in federal court this week challenging a Minnesota law governing the price of medication, saying its inclusion in a bill regulating cannabis and the authority of the state to regulate discounts are misplaced. The post Drug companies challenge Minnesota prescription discount law in federal court appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Gallery: Thousands turn out for Albert Lea Third of July Parade
The streets along Albert Lea’s Third of July Parade route were buzzing with excitement Wednesday night. The post Gallery: Thousands turn out for Albert Lea Third of July Parade appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Hayward man injured in motorcycle crash on I-90
A Hayward man was injured Wednesday morning after a crash on his motorcycle east of Oakland in Freeborn County. David Smith, 75, was taken to St. Marys Hospital in Rochester for injuries deemed not life threatening, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. The crash report states Smith was driving a 2023 Harley-Davidson tricycle eastbound on […] The post Hayward man injured in motorcycle crash on I-90 appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
2 of 5 people charged with conspiring to bribe Minnesota juror with a bag of cash plead not guilty
MINNEAPOLIS — Two of five people charged with conspiring to bribe a Minnesota juror with a bag of $120,000 in cash in exchange for the acquittal of defendants in one of the country’s largest COVID-19-related fraud cases pleaded not guilty Wednesday. The post 2 of 5 people charged with conspiring to bribe Minnesota juror with a bag of cash plead not guilty appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
‘Minnesotans are resilient’: Flooding assessments continue; Walz visits flood-damaged Rapidan Dam site
Gov. Tim Walz visited the site of the Rapidan Dam and updated residents on flooding relief as well as conditions of the County Road 9 bridge after suffering damages from the raging floodwaters. The post ‘Minnesotans are resilient’: Flooding assessments continue; Walz visits flood-damaged Rapidan Dam site appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Some of Fourth of July activities canceled due to weather; several still scheduled
The Albert Lea Convention and Visitors Bureau on Wednesday announced that some of the activities taking place for the Fourth of July in Albert Lea have been canceled due to weather conditions. Among those canceled are the Bayside Ski Show and Pelican Breeze cruises scheduled for Thursday, as well as the boat parade scheduled for […] The post Some of Fourth of July activities canceled due to weather; several still scheduled appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
County board approves interim moratorium on new cannabis businesses
The Freeborn County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved an interim moratorium on new cannabis businesses within the county until Jan. 1. The vote came as the board considers zoning and operation of cannabis businesses in the county after the Minnesota Legislature legalized recreational use of marijuana and allowed new types of cannabis businesses to […] The post County board approves interim moratorium on new cannabis businesses appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Health Department: Nicotine dependence intensifies among Minnesota teens who vape
Minnesota students who use e-cigarettes, also called vaping, are finding themselves increasingly trapped in nicotine dependence, according to new data from the Minnesota Youth Tobacco Survey. About 7 in 10 students who vape want to quit, and nearly two-thirds have tried to quit with some trying to quit 10 or more times. Nicotine dependence has […] The post Health Department: Nicotine dependence intensifies among Minnesota teens who vape appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Stolen vehicle recovered and other reports
A stolen vehicle was reported recovered at 8:47 p.m. Monday at 2751 E. Main St. 1 arrested for order for protection violation Deputies arrested Johnny Lee Hulbert, 43, on a gross misdemeanor order for protection violation and cited Tara Yvonne Sukie Hulbert, 42, for providing false information after a traffic stop at 1:13 p.m. Tuesday […] The post Stolen vehicle recovered and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Museum to host showing of PBS film ‘Buffalo Soldiers’ for public
The Freeborn County Historical Museum, Library and Village will be showing PBS film “Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts” at 7 p.m. July 18 at the museum. The film shows the many different roles that African American soldiers played in the settling of the American West. This event costs $5 for nonmembers and is free […] The post Museum to host showing of PBS film ‘Buffalo Soldiers’ for public appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Pelican Breeze cruises canceled because of high water
Due to the extremely high water on Albert Lea Lake and water covering the Pelican Breeze II Dock and surrounding area, the Pelican Breeze Foundation has canceled all cruises for the upcoming July Fourth holiday. The three cruises at noon, 4 p.m. and the fireworks cruise at 9 p.m.will not go out. “We are sorry […] The post Pelican Breeze cruises canceled because of high water appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Expanding her horizons: Student attends workshop at West Point Military Academy
School has been out for many weeks, but for some students, learning does not end because the calendar says it is summer. The post Expanding her horizons: Student attends workshop at West Point Military Academy appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Area native tackles the Pacific Crest Trail
It takes a special person to apply for a permit to hike a 2,650-mile trail through deserts, forests and mountains with a 40-pound pack on their back. Kelly Wessling is one of those special people. The post Area native tackles the Pacific Crest Trail appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Bricelyn, Scarville celebrating 125th anniversaries during annual events
By Sarah Stultz and Josephine Petersen The Bricelyn community will celebrate the nation’s birthday as well as its own 125th anniversary during its community festival this summer July 4 through 7. There are events for all ages, including the annual Ron Sander Memorial Run, a parade, horse show, music in the park, fireworks and plenty […] The post Bricelyn, Scarville celebrating 125th anniversaries during annual events appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Pressure is building on Biden to step aside. But many Democrats feel powerless to replace him
WASHINGTON — Bernie Sanders describes President Joe Biden’s recent debate performance as “painful.” In an interview, he says he’s not confident that Biden can win this fall. But the progressive senator from Vermont does not want Biden to step aside. Instead, Sanders, who served as Biden’s chief rival in the Democratic Party’s 2020 nomination fight, […] The post Pressure is building on Biden to step aside. But many Democrats feel powerless to replace him appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
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