Health Updates
Freeborn Co.’s active COVID cases down from one week ago
Freeborn County reported 24 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, along with two new hospitalizations. The county currently has 145 active cases, which is down from ...
Top Stories
‘People just need to laugh right now’
When Albert Lea Community Theatre actors first started reviewing “Doublewide, Texas” a year and a half ago, they ...
‘If we can help one person we’ve made it all worth it’
Out of Darkness Walk aims to raise mental health awareness The third annual Albert Lea Out of Darkness ...
Albert Lea firefighters, law enforcement reflect on where they were on 9/11
Remembering the attacks on 9/11 brings back a variety of emotions for people — especially for first responders. ...
Tow company offers to wave Old Glory for vets, events
An Albert Lea towing company is looking to give back to the community through a new service that ...
News
Pheasant numbers down slightly, but maintain 10-year average
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recently released the results from its annual roadside survey and the overarching conclusion is that not much has changed. ...
by Eric Johnson.
Education
Absentee voting for school district referendum begins
Absentee voting began Friday for the only item on the ballot Nov. 2. The Albert Lea school district is seeking a renewal of its operating ...
by Sarah Stultz, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:55 pm
Editorial --FEATURE SPOT
Editorial: Tribune Thumbs
We are pleased to see that after a year and a half break for the COVID-19 pandemic, Albert Lea Community Theatre will return next week ...
by Editorial Board, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:50 pm
Editorials
Editorial Roundup: Climbing rate of hate crimes affects all of us
Hate crimes across the country and much of Minnesota are climbing and all of us — no matter where we live, our skin color, ethnicity, ...
by Editorial Roundup, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:50 pm
Columnists
April Jeppson: It’s never too late to adjust your lens in life
I have a good life. I get to do a lot of fun things, and I know some great people. This past week has really ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:45 pm
Columnists
Live United: Community support vital for work of United Way, nonprofits
I’m always gratified to hear the results of my columns. My “return on investment” shows up in the form of phone calls, of emails, people ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:45 pm
Columnists
Senate Report: New district lines will come out next year
The new district lines should be completed early next year. In the meantime, my colleagues and I will continue to serve the communities that have ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:45 pm
Columnists
Ask a Trooper: Gas cans on cargo carriers can be problematic
Question: I see vehicles go by with extended carriers attached to their hitch with several full gas cans. We discuss what could happen if a ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:40 pm
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Thank you for support of the STARS Mentoring Program
STARS Mentoring Program is running strong in Freeborn and eastern Faribault counties. For those of you who are unfamiliar with our program, it is a ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:30 pm
Letters to the Editor
Letter: Where did Albert Lea go off the rails — a bit of history
The impetus for this letter is the level of negative chatter in the coffee shops, on social media and in the Tribune claiming Albert Lea ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:30 pm
News
Duplicate bridge results
Five and a half tables played duplicate bridge on Tuesday at the Austin Senior Center, starting at noon. Winners were the following: First: Gail and ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:00 pm
Education
Administrator’s Corner: School patrol helps keep school safe
There is a group of students who play a very important role within our Lakeview Elementary School community. Before and after school you can find ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:00 pm
Education
Standout Student: Caden Hanke
Age: 13 Parents: Amy and Nick Hanke Where are you from? Albert Lea If you are from the Albert Lea Area, which elementary school did ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:00 pm
News
Applications accepted for SMIF Economic Development Grants
Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is accepting applications for its Economic Development Grant program. Requests of up to $20,000 will be considered. The goal of ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:00 pm
Cops, Courts & Fires
Court dispositions: Aug. 26, 2021
Freeborn County District Court The Tribune publishes all convictions where the financial obligation to the court is $180 or greater, or resulted in jail time, ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 8:00 pm
Cops, Courts & Fires
Traffic fatalities rapidly climbing as unbelted deaths surpass previous year-to-date figures
Law enforcement participating in Click-It or Ticket campaign through the end of the month Even with fewer motorists on the road in 2020, unbelted deaths ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 5:13 pm
Health Updates
US panel backs COVID-19 boosters only for elderly, high-risk
WASHINGTON — An influential federal advisory panel overwhelmingly rejected a plan Friday to give Pfizer COVID-19 booster shots to most Americans, but it endorsed the ...
by Associated Press, Friday, September 17, 2021 3:55 pm
Cops, Courts & Fires
4 arrested on warrants and other reports
Police arrested Jacob Alan Gardner, 34, on an EOD warrant and cited him for driving after suspension after a traffic stop at 4:03 p.m. Thursday ...
by Staff Reports, Friday, September 17, 2021 9:16 am
Cops, Courts & Fires
Minnesota high court OKs ballot question on Minneapolis PD
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Supreme Court cleared the way Thursday evening for voters in Minneapolis to decide on the future of policing in the city ...
by Associated Press, Friday, September 17, 2021 6:49 am
News
Investigation requested into any mistreatment at Fort McCoy
SPARTA, Wis. — Democratic U.S. Reps. Gwen Moore and Ilhan Omar have asked the secretary of defense to investigate claims of possible mistreatment of Afghan ...
by Associated Press, Friday, September 17, 2021 6:46 am
Cops, Courts & Fires
Chauvin pleads not guilty to violating teen’s civil rights
MINNEAPOLIS — The former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder in the death of George Floyd pleaded not guilty Thursday to violating the civil rights ...
by Associated Press, Friday, September 17, 2021 6:44 am
Arts & Culture
Riverland Theatre and Music announce upcoming fall productions
Riverland Community College Theatre and Music on Thursday announced the fall productions. This year’s plays will return to the Frank W. Bridges Theatre, which has ...
by Submitted, Friday, September 17, 2021 6:43 am
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