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South Shore Drive closing Aug. 19 for repair of city forcemain
South Shore Drive (CSAH 19) in Albert Lea will be closed in the area of St. Nicholas Park and the Albert Lea Lake Boat Landing to allow repairs of the city of Albert Lea forcemain. South Shore Drive will be closed between Rooster Hill and CR 81 (WWTP road) starting on Aug. 19. The closure […] The post South Shore Drive closing Aug. 19 for repair of city forcemain appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Trump praised Minnesota Gov. Walz in 2020 for response to unrest over Floyd’s murder, audio shows
MINNEAPOLIS — While former President Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance have been hammering Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz over his response to the violence that erupted after George Floyd’s murder, Trump told the governor at the time that he fully agreed with how Walz handled it. “What they did in Minneapolis was incredible. They […] The post Trump praised Minnesota Gov. Walz in 2020 for response to unrest over Floyd’s murder, audio shows appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
A win for the Harris-Walz ticket would also mean the country’s first Native American female governor
If Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, are elected this fall, not only would a woman of color lead the country for the first time, but a Native woman would govern a state for the first time in U.S. history too. Peggy Flanagan, the lieutenant governor of Minnesota and […] The post A win for the Harris-Walz ticket would also mean the country’s first Native American female governor appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
2 arrested for DWI and other reports
Deputies arrested Cecilia Anne Zimmerman, 29, for second-degree driving while intoxicated after receiving a report at 4:07 a.m. Wednesday of a vehicle parked in the middle of the road at 71984 325th St. in Hartland. Deputies arrested Mue She, 39, for driving while intoxicated at 8:54 p.m. Wednesday on Interstate 90 near milepost 162. […] The post 2 arrested for DWI and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Hoffman files for 2nd term on Albert Lea school board
An Albert Lea school board member finishing her first first term in office filed for reelection Wednesday with a goal of giving citizens a stronger voice at the board table through their elected school board members. Angie Hoffman, 40, said she thinks the public would be surprised to learn how little involvement the school board […] The post Hoffman files for 2nd term on Albert Lea school board appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Former educator files for Albert Lea school board
Thinking about her two granddaughters and the next generation to attend Albert Lea Area Schools, former teacher and administrator Mary Jo Dorman filed for Albert Lea school board on Wednesday. Dorman, who retired about a year ago as executive director of teaching and learning with the district, said education has always been an important part […] The post Former educator files for Albert Lea school board appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
City of Albert Lea to conduct sewer line smoke testing
The city of Albert Lea will conduct smoke testing of the sanitary sewer system in two areas of the city Aug. 12-13. CIT Sewer Solutions of McCallsburg, Iowa, is the contractor. Residents of the area to be tested will receive notices before the testing. The first area includes Railroad Avenue, the Kirkwood neighborhood, South Broadway […] The post City of Albert Lea to conduct sewer line smoke testing appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
What Walz — and the records — say about his military service as others criticized it
In 1981, Tim Walz and his father traveled to the nearest Army National Guard enlistment officer to his hometown in Nebraska. The post What Walz — and the records — say about his military service as others criticized it appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Lawyer questioning initial traffic stop, search that led to pipe bomb
The lawyer of the Albert Lea man facing multiple charges tied to a short chase, traffic stop and subsequent items seized from his vehicle and home last month is questioning the constitutionality of the original traffic stop in his client’s case and motioned Wednesday that all charges against him be dismissed. Adam Alan Penhollow, 48, […] The post Lawyer questioning initial traffic stop, search that led to pipe bomb appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota Supreme Court upholds law speeding up voting rights restoration
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld a state law that expands voter eligibility for people with felony records. The court did not rule on the legal arguments made against the 2023 law allowing people in Minnesota to vote upon leaving prison or other custody. Rather, in a unanimous decision, the justices affirmed a lower-court ruling […] The post Minnesota Supreme Court upholds law speeding up voting rights restoration appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Walz opponents criticize the governor’s 2020 riot response
Vice President Kamala Harris’ choice of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate has Republicans renewing their attacks on the DFL governor for his response to the 2020 Twin Cities riots. Protests and civil disobedience in the days after the police murder of George Floyd soon turned into three nights of rioting. The post Walz opponents criticize the governor’s 2020 riot response appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Austin man pleads guilty to ineligible firearm possession in Albert Lea burglary case
An Austin man charged with armed robbery in January in Albert Lea pleaded guilty Monday to one of the charges against him as part of a plea agreement in the case. Shawn Michael Miller, 36, was initially charged with first-degree aggravated robbery, first-degree burglary while in possession of a dangerous weapon or explosive, second-degree assault […] The post Austin man pleads guilty to ineligible firearm possession in Albert Lea burglary case appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Hit-and-run and other reports
A hit-and-run crash was reported at 8:46 a.m. Monday at 1329 Garfield Ave. The incident was believed to have happened sometime during the night. 1 arrested for driving after cancellation Deputies arrested Jason Lee Pestorious, 53, for driving after cancellation-inimical to public safety after a traffic stop at 9:24 p.m. Tuesday near the intersection of […] The post Hit-and-run and other reports appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Glenville Days begins the wrap up of town summer festivals with parade, car show, events
This weekend the city of Glenville will celebrate their annual festival, Glenville Days. The post Glenville Days begins the wrap up of town summer festivals with parade, car show, events appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Wells Kernel Days brings back past favorites for annual festival
Wells Kernel Days 2024 will kick off this Thursday and continue through Sunday. Among the events taking place over the long weekend will be live music, shows, games, tournaments, inflatables, food trucks and many other activities. The post Wells Kernel Days brings back past favorites for annual festival appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Court dispositions: March 12-25, 2024
Freeeborn County District Court March 12 Natalie Eileen Brazil, 51, 2002 Chestnut St., Albert Lea. Count 1: Traffic – Disabled; parking space. Fees $280. Benita Velez, 34, 118 Front St. E., Albert Lea. Count 1: Traffic – DWI – gross misdemeanor – refuse to submit to chemical test. Dismissed. Count 2: Drivers Licenses – driving […] The post Court dispositions: March 12-25, 2024 appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Laura Archbold joins KSMQ Public Television as new station manager
KSMQ Public Television is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura Archbold as the new station manager. Archbold has three decades of experience in television news, agency work, nonprofit and corporate communications, serving a variety of audience segments and industries. In her new role, Archbold will oversee all station operations, including programming, production and community […] The post Laura Archbold joins KSMQ Public Television as new station manager appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Indictment accuses 15 people of trafficking drugs from Mexico and distributing in Minnesota
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Federal authorities said Tuesday they have indicted 15 people on charges of trafficking illegal drugs from Mexico and distributing them in Minnesota, including a man from that state they identified as the leader of the operation. Clinton James Ward, a 45-year-old Minnesota native, is charged with more than a dozen drug […] The post Indictment accuses 15 people of trafficking drugs from Mexico and distributing in Minnesota appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Week at fair for 4-H’ers culminates with Livestock Auction
The Freeborn County 4-H supports youth and the importance of learning while working hard. The 4-H Livestock Auction that was held Saturday at the Freeborn County Fair is the perfect example of youth using their independence and skills to show what they’ve learned. The post Week at fair for 4-H’ers culminates with Livestock Auction appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Sons of Norway meeting Wednesday
The Sons of Norway will meet Wednesday at the Freeborn County Museum. Enjoy root beer floats and a presentation about a Norwegian trip with pictures and stories. The group meets at 7 p.m. and the doors open after 6 p.m. The post Sons of Norway meeting Wednesday appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
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