News
Commissioner Lee: A life of service to community
So much of what people experience in their youngest, most formative years can dramatically impact their lives in ...
News
Albert Lea Citizen of the year
It’s easy to see Holly Karsjen’s passion for Albert Lea when you see her out in the community.
Business
Wells manufacturing business finds success operating in small town
WELLS — Over 40 years ago, John Herman’s father opened Herman’s Manufacturing, producing only snow blowers and hog ...
Cops, Courts & Fires
Wellington Estates residents move forward in life after August roof fire
WELLS — When Elaine Grunzke’s neighbor spoke with a relative after the Wellington Estates apartment fire left him ...
Gallery
Woman overcomes illness, amputations; still stays positive
During the early morning hours of Jan. 26, 2017, Kari Nesje woke up feeling sick.
Gallery
Keeping their son’s memory alive, lifting the community at the same time
Nearly 13 years ago Don and Deb Goodnature experienced a tragedy that changed their lives forever.
Business
$1.2M country inn & Suites renovation is underway
Country Inn & Suites in Albert Lea is investing $1.2 million in a project hotel leaders said shows ...
Business
Reaching out and building connections
On any given day, there is a chance you will see her stop her vehicle and pull out ...
Business
Albert Lea studio encourages community, involvement
To describe doing something with creativity, love or soul. That is the definition of the Greek word “meraki” that ...
Business
Providing alternative medicine in a rural Minnesota community
Growing up, John Peterson always had an interest in chiropractic care. Being friends with his local chiropractor and ...
Business
Expanding dental care in the Albert Lea area
It’s a list of silver-dollar words, peppered with syllables that can get stuck between teeth: Maxillofacial pathology. Dentofacial ...
News
Gold Cross facility allows for faster response
The completion of the approximately 8,000-square-foot Gold Cross Ambulance building has made it possible for eight new full-time ...
Picture Flipper
Woman changes profession, opens day care
Licensed day care provider Angela Carson holds her grandson, 7-month-old Jackson Carson, in the early hours of her ...
Business
New Richland shop a thoroughfare for items
NEW RICHLAND — For three weeks each in February and August, New Richland’s resident consignment shop is closed. ...
