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Local fire captain sets records in Firefighter Challenge, set to compete in national and world competitions

July 15, 2026

Two members of Albert Lea Fire Rescue recently competed in the Firefighter Challenge Midwest Region Classic in Valparaiso, Ind. Captain Kurt Wallace (in photo at left) and Firefighter Kyo Htoo represented the department, with Wallace earning four medals and setting new state and regional timing records. The Firefighter Challenge tests...

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Spraying for mosquito control starts this week in Albert Lea

July 15, 2026

To protect public health and enhance outdoor enjoyment, the City of Albert Lea has contracted Mosquito Control of Iowa to begin weekly treatments. Weather permitting, spraying will begin at dusk on today, July 15. In case of rainy or windy weather, Thursdays will be the back-up days for the remainder...

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Council to vote on permit for business expansion

July 10, 2026

At its meeting on Monday, the Albert Lea City Council will vote on whether to approve a conditional use permit for Kwik Trip at 906 W. Front St. to remodel and expand its convenience store. The project would include an expansion of almost 2,000 square feet on the back side...

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Regional designation paves way for Songbird Trail’s next phases

July 01, 2026

The Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission (GMRPTC) recently designated the Songbird Trail as a regional trail, marking a major milestone for this project. The trail will eventually run along a former rail corridor for 50 miles from Albert Lea to near Waterville. The designation comes with grant opportunities...

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