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Manchester sunflower fields will not have a bloom this year because of weather, soil conditions

The Sunflower Fields of Manchester will not have a bloom this year, the field’s organizer said in a ...

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Walz’s night, Bill Clinton’s dig at Trump, influencers flexing clout. DNC Day 3 takeaways

CHICAGO — The Democratic National Convention's third night showcased a familiar former president, Bill Clinton, and introduced more ...

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Trailer reported stolen and other reports

A 16-foot car trailer was reported stolen at 8:19 a.m. Wednesday at 32371 Mower-Freeborn Road in Blooming Prairie. ...

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2 more guilty pleas in bar fight that led to gunfire in Geneva

Two more people pleaded guilty Wednesday in Freeborn County District Court to charges tied to the bar fight ...

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Local residents displaced because of flooding eligible for $1,000 grants through Realtors Relief Foundation

Area residents displaced from their homes during the flooding earlier this year may be eligible for up to ...

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‘We’re starting out a great school year’ — Albert Lea schools start up new year

Months of planning and anticipation came to fruition Wednesday as the Albert Lea school district had their first ...

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After a quiet primary, groups work to increase Minnesota voter turnout

Minnesota officials certified last week’s primary vote Tuesday, confirming it as the lowest primary turnout since 2016.

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Vance and Walz are still relatively unknown, but the governor is better liked, an AP-NORC poll finds

WASHINGTON — Tim Walz and JD Vance have vaulted themselves out of national obscurity as they hustle to ...

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1 arrested for disorderly conduct and other reports

Police arrested Jeremy Matthew Catalano, 30, for disorderly conduct, fourth-degree criminal damage and obstruction at 5:41 p.m. Tuesday ...

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Planning commission recommends approval of zoning changes for cannabis, other adult-focused businesses

The Albert Lea Planning Commission on Tuesday voted to recommend approval of a series of ordinance amendments tied ...

Health Updates

Guest column: Healthy lifestyle habits and preventative wellness matters

As the summer comes to an end and we approach the fall season with shorter days and less ...

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Public Health officials encourage up-to-date immunizations heading into a new school year

The beginning of the school year can be a busy time for children, parents and medical professionals.

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My Point of View: Country’s future with Harris, Walz is full of possibility

The presidential race has changed dramatically in the past month. Joe Biden stepped aside from the campaign as ...

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North Star Honor Flight joins National Honor Flight Network

North Star Honor Flight is a new hub officially recognized by the National Honor Flight Network. As a ...

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Rural Voice town halls moderated by Kerri Miller launch third season at the Minnesota State Fair

The Rural Voice series, developed by the Minnesota Initiative foundations that serve Greater Minnesota, will launch its third ...

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