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April Jeppson: You have the power to take control back
1+ hour, 11+ min ago (419+ words) I've heard a lot of buzz around elections lately. Waiting to cast your vote in November is like waiting until New Year's to start a healthy habit. You don't have to wait. There are things you can do right now....
Letter: Freedom of religion and freedom from religion — both are impo...
1+ hour, 26+ min ago (492+ words) Letter: Freedom of religion and freedom from religion " both are important in America'Albert Lea Tribune Letter: Freedom of religion and freedom from religion " both are important in America The current federal administration in America was elected by and is driven…...
Live United: Curious how your workplace can help others in community?
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (830+ words) Live United: Curious how your workplace can help others in community?Albert Lea Tribune Live United: Curious how your workplace can help others in community? I'm writing this in the silence of my living room. Everyone's asleep, even the puppy....
Letter: Support Albert Lea's community events
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (151+ words) The Albert Lea community offers numerous events which Jerry and I attended in 2025. Thank you to the many people that make this education and entertainment possible. Listed are a few of the many that are offered. "The Story Show" at…...
Editorial: Take time to delve into a good book this month
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (316+ words) February is I Love to Read Month, and as promoters of the written word, we applaud the people and organizations throughout the community who encourage children and adults to read. Research shows that reading skills are not only important to…...
Letter: Next Civic Music concert approaching
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (99+ words) Letter: Next Civic Music concert approaching'Albert Lea Tribune Letter: Next Civic Music concert approaching After a few months off, Civic Music has another fantastic concert coming up at 3 p.m. Feb. 14. We look forward to seeing you all Feb. 14 at 3! Letter: Support…...
Chamber announces 21st annual Agriculture Luncheon and Farm Family nom...
1+ day, 51+ min ago (211+ words) The Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce Agricultural Committee on Thursday announced that the 21st annual Agriculture Luncheon is scheduled for Noon to 1:30 p.m. March 24 at the Fairlane Building at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds." The annual Agricultural Luncheon is a tribute to…...
Lead removal and zoning among Greater Minnesota's 2026 legislative pri...
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (577+ words) Minnesota's legislative session begins in two weeks, and lawmakers have said they'll be busy dealing with the aftermath of the state's fraud scandals and the ongoing immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis. At the same time, a coalition of more than…...
Campus notes
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (127+ words) Campus notes'Albert Lea Tribune The following area students were named to the Riverland Community College Dean's List for the fall 2025 semester for achieving a 3.25 to 3.74 grade point average while completing six or more credits. Students who achieved a 3.75 to 4.0 grade…...
Crash with school bus and other reports
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (534+ words) A school bus was reported hit by a vehicle at 8:07 a.m. Thursday near the intersection of Frank Hall Drive and East Sixth Street. Children were reportedly on the bus at the time of the crash, and another bus was brought in…...