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Letter: Disappointment surrounding Albert Lea Pride events
I was surprised and disturbed to stumble upon an online article in the Minneapolis Star Tribune, entitled “Albert Lea Pride drag show draws controversy after venue pulls out.” The article revealed that Albert Lea plans to host another “Pride Festival” with a “drag show” that will take place at the Freeborn County Historical Museum. In […] The post Letter: Disappointment surrounding Albert Lea Pride events appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
🚧 Update: Ongoing Road Construction Reported Near Owatonna, MN
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Minnesota. Local drivers may expect traffic disruptions due to reported road construction activities occurring between Exit 32 on Steele County Road 4 and 28th Street Southwest, approximately four miles south of Owatonna. Details of the construction were provided by a user of the Waze navigation app and were subsequently shared with the community via the Minnesota Department of Transportation's 511MN system. While the exact timeline of the construction work was not specified, travelers in the affected area should plan for potential delays and consider looking for alternative routes. It is important to note that while this information has been made public, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has not verified the accuracy of the report and therefore cannot guarantee its validity.
Commissioners approve search firm for county engineer in 3-2 vote
Steele County is one step closer to finding its next county engineer, a notoriously difficult position to replace. The Board of Commissioners approved a bid from South Central Service Cooperative (SCSC) at its Tuesday meeting, authorizing the North Mankato-based firm to conduct a search for county engineer. It proved to be an usually close vote for the board, with Chair Jim Abbe and Vice Chair James Brady dissenting. SCSC will...
Have You Seen the 2024 Steele County Free Fair Grandstand Lineup?
Think summer! The Steele County Free Fair has announced the artists that will appear on the grandstand stage this August -- and it's gonna be another country music party in Owatonna. 2024 Steele County Free Fair Grandstand Lineup. TUE 8/113: Classic Antique Tractor Pull. WED 8/16: Hailey Whitters. THU 8/17:...
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.
Filing opens Tuesday for local, state public offices
Residents wishing to file for local or state public office can do so starting Tuesday. Albert Lea In Albert Lea, three of the seven Albert Lea City Council seats will be up for election, including Wards 1, 3 and 5, now held by Rachel Christensen, Jason Howland and Robert Rasmussen, respectively. Ward 1 voters elected […] The post Filing opens Tuesday for local, state public offices appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
MNPrairie holds conference on kinship caregiving
At 55 years old, a Mantorville grandpa didn’t foresee himself changing diapers and dropping kids off at daycare. His plans in life were dramatically reshaped when he and his wife decided to adopt their two grandsons after their daughter landed in drug court. His sister adopted their granddaughter, keeping all the children in the family. Joe, the grandfather, was one of several panelists who shared their stories Friday, the opening...
Chamber to present special Blue Zones Business After Hours event
The Albert Lea Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce will have a special edition of its Business After Hours event next week dedicated to promoting community well-being and vitality. Business After Hours, a staple in the local business community, traditionally takes place on the third Tuesday of every month from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the […] The post Chamber to present special Blue Zones Business After Hours event appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
School Board discusses 4-day week, outdoor learning
As Minnesota legislators consider lowering barriers for districts that wish to implement a four-day school week, Owatonna Public Schools is one of many districts in the state eying the possibility. Under current state law, districts must receive approval from the education commissioner to implement a four-day work week. Several districts in Minnesota already have. However, HF1242, a bill introduced into the House last year, would remove that requirement, leaving the...
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