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Update on vandalism investigation at Albert Lea High School

September 25, 2026

The Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD), in coordination with Albert Lea Area Schools (District 241 administration), continues to investigate the vandalism reported at Albert Lea High School on Sept. 21, 2026. The investigation began after an officer patrolling near the school shortly after midnight observed a door to the building...

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Library board: Start a new chapter of service

September 23, 2026

The Albert Lea Public Library is seeking a volunteer to fill an open seat on its 7-member Library Advisory Board. To ensure the entire county’s voice is heard, the library – the only public library in the county – is specifically seeking a volunteer who lives in Freeborn County but...

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Vandalism reported at Albert Lea High School

September 21, 2026

On Sept. 21, 2026, shortly after midnight, an Albert Lea Police Department officer was patrolling near Albert Lea High School when he observed a door to the building propped open. Additional officers responded and entered the school to search for anyone who may have been inside. No one was located...

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Freeborn County community to DNR: Finish the Blazing Star State Trail

September 17, 2026

The Albert Lea City Council, Hayward City Council and Freeborn County Board all voted the week of Sept. 14 to send a joint letter that urges the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to complete the remaining half-mile gravel section of the Blazing Star State Trail. Leaders emphasize that the...

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