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CONGRATULATIONS TO VORTEX COLD STORAGE AND WDS CONSTRUCTION! They recently celebrated a solar panel installation project that advances sustainability and efficiency at Vortex in Albert Lea’s south industrial park. Read more on the WDS Construction website about their partnership that began with Vortex’s first building phase: wdsconstruction.net/markets/cold-storage-food-processing/vortex-cold-storage/.
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Join us this week at the Albert Lea Public Library for Storytime, Tween and Teen Game Night, Choose Your Own Book Club, and more!
As a reminder, early literacy programs will take a break after November 25 and return in January.
A full listing of our events, including full details and registration forms, can be found on our online calendar: alplonline.org/events-calendar/
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So much fun happening!
INCENTIVES ARE WORKING: The City of Albert Lea is working to meet our community’s need for workforce housing. 3 recent studies show that employers could fill open jobs today if more housing were available. To help jump-start development, the city is offering incentives for builders on 25 city-owned lots, including free land, design assistance, and help with water/sewer hookups. Developers can choose to sell or rent the new homes.
So far, 3 builders have signed on:
🏠 Turning Point Real Estate – multiple homes across several west and south side streets
🏠 GYF Custom Crafts – homes on Fountain Street and Seventh Ave.
🏠 Kingdom Homes – a new home at 614 E. Fourth St.
These short-term investments will support long-term growth in population, property taxes, and utility revenue.
For more information, contact your city councilor: www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council/. Watch the Nov. 10 City Council meeting: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzsVf_JE8t8. Read the studies: www.cityofalbertlea.org/plans-studies/.
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Geez 🙄 do you offer first time home buyers??
SUMMARY OF RESULTS, VISIT WEBSITE FOR FULL STORY: The City of Albert Lea recently asked neighbors about options for redeveloping a contaminated industrial site at 620 Adams Ave: 1) Mini park; 2) Mixed use of business and greenspace; or 3) Full trailhead. The city is applying for a federal grant to clean up the site. As part of the grant application,the city mailed surveys to 160 property owners in the area. A total of 35, or 22%, returned the surveys. Neighbors were nearly split, with 13 favoring the mixed use and 15 a full trailhead. Only 6 preferred a mini park. 1 pledged support for any of the park options. The city acquired the site through tax forfeiture after the former owner, Merrick’s of Minnesota, went bankrupt and abandoned the site in 2018. See the full story on the city website: www.cityofalbertlea.org/proposed-park-on-adams-avenue
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Why do you want the Public input, when y’all are going to what you want to do? It doesn’t make sense to me.
Do we really need another park so vandals can destroy it?
I understand it's the will of the people that should be done. But why are they asking us? Because we pay them to think for this stuff. So why pay them to do their job?
Stay in the know! The latest edition of the Albert Lea Week-Lea has arrived. Get your essential, weekly summary of all city news, upcoming events, and project updates.
Read the new issue: bit.ly/AlbertWeekLea11-14-25
Get it weekly via email for free: Sign up here: www.cityofalbertlea.org/about-us/news/
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Hosting for the holidays? A couple tips to help your system and ours...
No wipes down the pipes.
No grease down the sink.
No costly clogs!
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I knew this!
Congratulations Detectives Gaul and Tuzinski!ON THE CASE: Police Chief Darren Hanson introduced the department’s newest detectives, Luke Tuzinski and Mary Gaul, at the Nov. 10 city council meeting. Tuzinski joined the department in 2020. He brings leadership, community engagement and mentorship to his new role. Gaul joined in 2021, and brings energy and enthusiasm to both the department and her position. Hanson said, “These promotions reflect not only their hard work but also the trust and confidence that we have in their abilities."
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Congratulations 🎈
Congrats Luke!
Congratulations
Albert Lea Police Department
A Chrysler key fob was turned into the police department. If it belongs to you, grab your spare and drive up to the law enforcement center to claim it.
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Mayor Rich Murray and the City of Albert Lea proclaim November 17–21, 2025, as Crash Responder Safety Week.
Every day, our police, firefighters, EMS, tow, and maintenance personnel risk their lives on the job. This week, we honor their dedication and commit to keeping them safe.
We urge all residents to practice safe driving habits, especially around incident scenes. Remember the Minnesota Move Over Law: Move over or slow down! Public awareness and responsible driving are critical to keeping our community safe.
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Shout out to ALL First Responders this week. It takes a team!! Crash Responder Safety Week: November 17-21 This Crash Responder Safety Week (CRSW) the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) recognizes the critical role of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and 911 telecommunicators—along with law enforcement, fire and rescue, public works and towing professionals-in protecting responders and the public after a traffic incident. This year's theme, "Safety Starts With You — Slow Down and Move Over," reminds every driver that responsibility is shared in keeping responders safe on the roadway, including slowing down, paying attention and moving over when needed. Here's How 911 & EMS Agencies Can Get Involved: Spread the Word in Your Community
Thank you team!
Thank you all for your service.
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Thank you!
Rocky Mountain Wireless - Owatonna thanks all First responders
So u want us to move closer to u like what 2-3 away from u ??????
National seat belt safety day is Nov. 14. Nearly half of vehicle crash fatalities are people who are unbuckled. In 2024, 108 unbelted motorists died on Minnesota roads. A seat belt reduces your risk of death by 45%. Seat belts, car seats and booster seats are critical safety equipment.
ALPD reminds you to always buckle up and ensure everyone in your vehicle is too.
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So more than half are from people who are buckled?
Looking very safe Mr. Strom!
It's shocking some people still don't wear seatbelts. Thinning of the not-so-bright from the herd!
Don’t drive drunk or use your cell phone when driving that simply
100 percent ware your seat belt nice pic jeff
Grateful for your commitment to road safety!
Thank you, ALPD! We love and appreciate all of our troops!
Thank you ALPD for the reminder. I have lost a couple friends because they were not buckled up. Those that don't want to then do it for your family and friends.
And I remember getting a ticket during click it or ticket week some years ago.
AMEN 🙏
Isn't that our Choice or just Revenue just asking for a Friend
My vehicle my choice. is the government genuinely concerned about my safety?? 😂🤣 Worried my skin suit is going to fly through the windshield and impale a random citizen?? Stupid law and one more example of government overreach.
Should be our choice if your 18 up but it ain't cause it's revenue
Well put
It is a proven fact that seat belts do not always save lives!! Some people are trapped in their cars and burn to death because they can't get out of their seat belts or as if they would have had no seatbelt on they could have crawled out!! So, are we able to hold the government accountable and sue them when it is proven that if we wouldn't have had our belt on we would have lived or been able to crawl out?? Of course not!! Just another form of Revenue generation for the prison industrial complex!!
Thankyou Jeff!
Its not about safety they just want your money
Hi Jeff!
Recording of this incident :9News Report TV
No one wants to thank Nadar or Volvo? Morons.
ON THE CASE: Police Chief Darren Hanson introduced the department’s newest detectives, Luke Tuzinski and Mary Gaul, at the Nov. 10 city council meeting. Tuzinski joined the department in 2020. He brings leadership, community engagement and mentorship to his new role. Gaul joined in 2021, and brings energy and enthusiasm to both the department and her position. Hanson said, “These promotions reflect not only their hard work but also the trust and confidence that we have in their abilities."
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Congrats
Congratulations and best wishes!!
Great officers ! They will be outstanding detectives !
Congratulations
🙏🏻💙🚔💙🙏🏻 congrats and stay safe
Congratulations!
Congratulations
Congratulations! 
Congratulations to our great officers doing exemplary work—so very grateful & proud of them! Congratulations, detectives!
Way to go Luke! 🥰
Congratulations.
Congratulations
Congratulations
Congratulations!!
Congrats !
Congrats and Welcome!!
Congratulations!
Congratulations and thank you for your service to our community and to the individuals in our community.
Congrats to the both of you!!!!
Congratulations to you both.
Well deserved!
Congratulations!!! I wish you well and please stay safe!
Congratulations Detective Gaul and Detective Tuzinski!
Amen 🙌
Congrats
ALPD introduced the graduates of its 2025 Citizens Academy at the Nov. 10 city council meeting. Detective Luke Tuzinski and Lt. Jeff Strom presented the class, thanking the residents for their commitment. This 9-week course gives citizens an in-depth look at how the ALPD operates, covering topics like mental health response, DUI enforcement, and officer training. Strom said, "It allows the citizens to better know their police department, what we do, and why we do it." Thank you to the graduates for dedicating their time to understanding community policing at the ALPD!
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How do we find out about this ?
Cassie Nielsen Veronica Garcia SMILE!
That’s wonderful , it is a great program . Lt Strom is always a pleasure to listen to!
A great program for anyone! It is so informative and eye opening. I truly enjoyed it!
Hey, Cassie and Veronica!! Way to go!!
Hope you enjoyed the experience Terry Theron Gjersvik!
Terrific program! I too attended it years ago!! Loved doing the “ride along”
Awesome program ...I attended it years ago.
Such a great group and program for all of us!
Congratulations to all
The ride along is interesting mine was with Officer Stockwell
Congratulations it a great program
When is the next one?
Congratulations & Thank you!
I see Cassie, our Granddaughter! Great job!
Kudos to the graduates! 🎉
Congratulations to everyone
Congratulations !
Congratulations
Way to go, Cassie!
Hey, Kasey Wolters, you should try this sometime. 🤓
Thank you Albert Lea Police Department for offering this program!!!
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🇺🇸Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our nation. Today, we pause to honor two heroes who defended our nation abroad and now currently safeguard our streets at home.
Officer Dan Schmitt: U.S. Army Airborne Rangers, 2nd Battalion, followed by MN National Guard. Courage forged in combat, now serving with integrity.
Officer Josh Knudtson: U.S. Marine Corps, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines. Semper Fi spirit protecting Albert Lea.
Thank you both for your unwavering service—your sacrifices inspire us all! 🫡🇺🇸
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Thank you for your service!
Appreciate you guys
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service
Thank you for your service!
Thank you both for your service and continued service in our community!!!
Thank you for your service gentlemen and thank you for doing what you do for our city ❤️
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service!
Thank you for your service!
Thank u for yr service 💖
Thank you for your service
HAPPY Veterans day, Dan!
Thank you for your service.
Thank you for your service!
Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸
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Thank you for your service 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you for your service and your continued commitment.
NEWS RELEASE: INJURY TRAFFIC CRASH
On Nov. 8, 2025, at approximately 2:46 p.m., Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD) officers were dispatched to a report of a two-vehicle crash with multiple injuries near the intersection of County Road 46 and 775th Avenue.
A 2012 Chevy Express G1500 van driven by 32-year-old Anna Christine Lindell of Albert Lea had been traveling westbound on County Road 46 and collided with a 2010 Ford Expedition driven by 32-year-old Ramon Paul Deboer of Albert Lea that had been turning north onto 775th Avenue off of eastbound County Road 46.
Lindell was transported from the scene by Mayo Clinic Health System Ambulance with serious injuries. Deboer was transported from the scene by private vehicle with non-life-threatening injuries.
The crash investigation is ongoing.
The ALPD was assisted by Albert Lea Fire and Rescue, Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office, Mayo Clinic Health System Ambulance, and the Minnesota State Patrol.
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The mission of the Albert Lea Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in Albert Lea by providing excellent public safety services through leadership, integrity, and in collaborative partnerships with our community.
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We live in the area. When our teens were driving into town, I stressed that they not take 46. Take the interstate. Cars, trucks and semis have pulled into my lane in front of me too many times. I quit counting the near misses. I pray for these victims. To say that it is dangerous in that area is an understatement.
This was out near my work. People who saw the accident were definitely shaken up. But from the sounds of it, law enforcement was on the scene in less than 5 minutes. So major props to our first responders for getting there as quickly as they did.
That's a Great Badge, Is The Depiction; Cite or Note! "Police" in The Representation The Fifth Core Value of the Albert Lea Police Department? That's a Great Looking Badge. True Blue typically works best with Police that feel like their not always trying to be legal. At first. Until they synch up any other officer in the State for not being lawful. Which will have them Goat they feel. True Blue will help save the city. You'll get raises. People all over the State will need you constantly. True Blue, has to find a way with that Core Value System. Thank you. More money constantly. 6 figures a piece per officer eventually. I like it for you. Take care. My Mentor Candice Vershauft created the feel. They will arrest each other at first. And then, they will be all the way down constantly realizing that their friends. Are on one. Thank you for your time. It's out there for someone in Minnesota. I'm assuming "Steel County No Knock Warrants" will figure it out . But why knows who will trend it. Word on the street they entered an abandoned apartment complex or something to save battered or struggling animals. Cats or something. They knew they were taking a risk for am animal. They shelter accepts all animals always at all times. Steel County as well. Thought Humans would be cared for by law. Thanks for your time
Hearing she is alive and still fighting is amazing news!! I pray she recovers. I came upon this accident seconds after it happened. I ran to assist her. There wasn’t anything I could do. All I could do is pray for her. I’ve been thinking about her since I left the scene yesterday. Prayers for all families involved.
Really should be slower speed limit around trails and loves. Praying for a full recovery for Anna.
I was at the seen. It's amazing to see that she is still alive. She flipped 3 times in the air and that van landed on top of her head 😞. She was trapped, I'm thankful she is still alive 🙏. I have not stopped thinking about her God bless her soul. I would like to give big props to law enforcement and AL fire, AL ambulance you all moved very fast, and very professional I'm proud of you all. You guys got her out and to safety qwick you all deserve a reward for real. Best I've ever seen any cop or health system move.
Prayers for Ramon and Anna and family
I also think that Ramon needs prayers shame on everyone putting that horrible heartache and remorse and ACCIDENT on someone before everything is investigated I feel horrible for her and the same time all I hear is people trying to do the better then. And IDC if anyone like my truth FACT EVERYONE NEEDS POSITIVE VIBES AND THOUGHT THERE WAY.
Praying for both families 🙏🏻❤️
We are praying for you Anna and for your family!
Stay strong Anna - you have a few angels watching over you 🙏💜
Praying for you Anna stay strong! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Sending prayers.
Prayers sent for Anna, David and family 🙏😢
Prayers to all everyone not just one. Please be kind 🙏🏻
Prayers for Anna🙏🙏🙏
Sending prayers 🙏
Sending prayers for all involved. 🙏🏼
Both of them are in my prayers❤
Sending prayers!
Prayers prayers!!!!!
Prayers!!
Prayers everyone is okay 🙏🏼
Sending prayers for Anna!
Sending prayers to all
NEWS RELEASE: 44 ALBERT LEA RETAILERS PASS ALCOHOL, TOBACCO COMPLIANCE CHECKS
The Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD) is recognizing 44 local retailers for successfully passing recent state-required compliance checks for alcohol and tobacco sales.
Officers conducted compliance checks at 47 licensed establishments throughout the city to ensure retailers are following laws that prohibit sales of alcohol and tobacco products to individuals younger than 21 years old. The vast majority of businesses, 44 in total, refused the sale and passed the check.
“We appreciate the commitment of our local retailers to keeping alcohol and tobacco out of the hands of youth,” said Lt. Jeff Strom. “Their cooperation plays a vital role in protecting the health and safety of our community.”
Three establishments failed the compliance check:
• Kwik Trip 804 (906 W. Front St.)
• Thirsty Fox (1105 S. Broadway Ave.)
• The Elbow Room (310 E. Eighth St.)
Individuals who provide alcohol or tobacco to persons under age 21 may face criminal penalties. Licensed retailers also risk sanctions or loss of license for repeated violations.
The ALPD offers yearly training to help retailers ensure compliance. The next Responsible Beverage Server Training (RBST) will take place Nov. 17, 2025, at 7 p.m. The training is free and open to all local license holders. To reserve a spot, contact Strom at 507-377-5254.
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I feel like the elbow room is on this list fairly often...
Are they going to check on the hotels/ motels ?
Did the 3 who failed, get fines!?
So its perfectly fine to have 47 businesses in Albert lea that sell tobacco and/or alcohol but people lose their minds over 2 cannabis dispensaries?
Oh the good Ol' Elbow Room. 🫣🤣
Albert lea will never change
Great Y
Maybe we should list all the disciplinary records of each officer on here, to make sure we keep an extra eye on corrupt cops and judges too.
Dylan Wilde get you some ETICATE AND LANGUAGE SKILLS!
It was a uplifting community post, regardless of the d-bags that always got to talk shit. Keep the good post coming and in Rochester they just turn off the commenting feature and that's good advice
On the 126th anniversary of his death, the Albert Lea Police Department honors and remembers Albert Lea Special Policeman Judson H. Randall. On November 4, 1899, 51 year-old Special Policeman Randall was assaulted while executing a court order commanding officers to move a smallpox patient to a quarantine hospital. Special Policeman Randall died from his injuries two days later on November 6, 1899 leaving behind his wife and adult daughter. Officer Randall was laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery in Albert Lea.
Article from The Chatfield Democrat, November 9, 1899. Article incorrectly lists his middle initial.
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Violent death of a person trying to do good always hurts my heart. I respect all wounded and fallen. 1899. My great grandfather arrived here in 1877
The incident took place in a house, no longer standing, right around the corner from me, on South Newton, near East Fourth Street. I've told quite a few people about this, and all seemed rather shocked to learn that it even happened. Rest in peace, Officer Randall. You are not forgotten.
Sad for the death of a cop. Smallpox vaccination was developed by Lewison in 1796. Not saying yay or nah on either side, but did this confrontation need to happen? Sometimes stupid orders get good men killed. Sometimes wise orders save lives. I respect LEO's willing to do their jobs every day. They never know what kind of "persons" they may encounter.
This would probably occur in mass if Covid 19 type lockdowns are ever enforced again.
Ya, ok an officer died trying to take a love one away from the family that loved this person and place him/her in a facility with strangers to die alone. Sounds familiar, even back then the courts and police officers didn't care. But yet you want to promote this as a hero doing the job. How sad. Even back then people stood up to the tyrannical behavior of the so-called law!!
Albert Lea Fire Rescue
The CDC offers these tips for preventing and recognizing hypothermia.
Hypothermia (abnormally low body temperature) is a dangerous condition that can happen when a person is exposed to extremely cold temperatures.
Stay safe this winter by learning more about hypothermia, including who is most at risk, signs and symptoms, and what to do if someone develops hypothermia.
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Winter Hazard Awareness Week
For more ice safety, visit www.dnr.state.mn.us/safety/ice/thickness
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Where is the Godzilla thickness
Thanks for spreading awareness about winter safety!
Winter Hazard Awareness Week
The National Weather Service issues outlooks, watches, warnings and advisories for all winter weather hazards. Here’s what they mean and what to do.
Outlook: Winter storm conditions are possible in the next 2-5 days. Stay tuned to local media for updates.
Watch: Winter storm conditions are possible within the next 36-48 hours. Prepare now!
Warning: Life-threatening severe winter conditions have begun or will begin within 24 hours. Act now.
Advisory: Winter weather conditions are expected to cause significant inconveniences and may be hazardous. If you are cautious, these situations should not be life-threatening. Electronic equipment is available to receive weather information: NOAA Weather Radio, radio, television, and cellphone.
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It's not supposed to be that bad
They always make it sound like the end of the world is coming
Thanks for the refresher .... Too many that don't pay attention when the first inclement winter weather hits and they and others pay for their ignorance ...
The wind chill is important because it is a measure of the temperature and the cooling effect of the wind. When the wind increases, the heat from the body is carried away at a rate faster; which in turn will bring down the temperature of your skin and your internal body temperature. Thus causing a higher and faster rate of the risk of frostbite and hypothermia.
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Mayor Rich Murray and the City of Albert Lea proclaim November 17–21, 2025, as Crash Responder Safety Week.
Every day, our police, firefighters, EMS, tow, and maintenance personnel risk their lives on the job. This week, we honor their dedication and commit to keeping them safe.
We urge all residents to practice safe driving habits, especially around incident scenes. Remember the Minnesota Move Over Law: Move over or slow down! Public awareness and responsible driving are critical to keeping our community safe.
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Thank you all for your service.
Are you ready for winter?
Winter in Minnesota can be described in many ways, but unpredictable isn’t one of them.
At some point, it will snow and temperatures will drop below zero. There will be ice on the roads. High winds will raise the risk of being outdoors from hazardous to life-threatening.
The best way to avoid the hazards is to stay warm and cozy indoors, but it’s tough to stay cooped up for months — and even staying indoors for long periods carries risks. Problems can arise with indoor air, and fire risks increase dramatically in the winter.
Are you ready for it? Do you know how to stay warm, safe and happy all winter?
Well, fear not. Surviving — even enjoying — the winter season is not as hard as it looks to the uninitiated.
To help Minnesotans and visitors handle winter weather threats, HSEM, with support from partner agencies, has created the Winter Hazard Awareness information campaign.
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Albert Lea Recreation
Waldorf University men's hockey is back at the City Arena! Catch their D1 team in action today, Saturday, November 15th, at 8:30 p.m. and on Sunday, November 16th, at 3:30 p.m. 🏒
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To be safe, 8:15pm according to Waldorf.
A Bantam Home Hockey Tournament November 14-16 at the Albert Lea City Arena! 🏒
Welcome to our visiting teams from Waconia, Sioux City, Fremont, Des Moines, Winona, Dodge County and Kansas City.
Stop out to the City Arena and cheer on our home team! ❤️💙🐯
Friday, Nov 14:
4 p.m. on Nystrom
Saturday, Nov 15:
9 a.m. on Nystrom and 1:30 p.m. on Nystrom
Sunday, Nov 16:
TBD
📸Kelly Hendrickson
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The Albert Lea Tiger girls hockey team kicks off the 2025-2026 season with their home opener against Luverne at the City Arena on Tuesday, November 11 at 7 p.m. Good luck Tigers!
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I think I found Brooke --Is she right under the "Fueling Athletes" on the wall behind her? Darcy Kvale Hauser
Go gals
Recreation office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.Veterans Day, honoring all who served. City offices, Recreation office, Library and Transfer Station will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Las oficinas municipales, la oficina de recreación, la biblioteca y la estación de transferencia estarán cerradas el martes, 11 de noviembre por la conmemoración del Día de los Veteranos.
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B Bantam Home Hockey Tournament November 7-9 at the Albert Lea City Arena! 🏒
A big welcome to our 7 visiting teams!
Come cheer on our home team! ❤️💙🐯
Friday, Nov 7:
4 p.m. on Nystrom
Saturday, Nov 8:
9:30 a.m. on Nystrom and 2 p.m. on Nystrom
Sunday, Nov 9:
TBD
📸Kelly Hendrickson
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📢 Phones and internet are currently down at the Recreation office and City Arena due to a cut wire in our area.
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Get ready to serve up some fun this fall! Our adult volleyball league begins the week of November 17, with games hosted at Glenville-Emmons High School.
🗓️ Start Date: Week of November 17
📍 Location: Glenville-Emmons High School
🖥️ Register Online: secure.rec1.com
📞 Or Call: 507-377-4370
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If you're in need of a player I would be happy to join a team!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Trunk or Treat at Oktoberween!
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Albert Lea Public Library
Join us this week at the Albert Lea Public Library for Storytime, Tween and Teen Game Night, Choose Your Own Book Club, and more!
As a reminder, early literacy programs will take a break after November 25 and return in January.
A full listing of our events, including full details and registration forms, can be found on our online calendar: alplonline.org/events-calendar/
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Just a reminder that The Albert Lea Public Library will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.Veterans Day, honoring all who served. City offices, Recreation office, Library and Transfer Station will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Las oficinas municipales, la oficina de recreación, la biblioteca y la estación de transferencia estarán cerradas el martes, 11 de noviembre por la conmemoración del Día de los Veteranos.
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It's a busy week at the Albert Lea Public Library! Tweens and teens can drop-in after school on Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. for crafts and snacks! On Thursday, Nov. 13 at noon in the City Council Chambers, bring your lunch and learn about planting pollinator-friendly plants in your home garden.
The library is closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Full details about these and all of our events can be found on our online calendar: alplonline.org/events-calendar/
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Congratulations to Leora, our Reading of the Month for September!
Reader of the month is an opportunity for youth at the Albert Lea Public Library to be featured in the Children's Library. To enter the drawing, stop by the table at the entrance to the Children's Library and tell us your favorite book.
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Nice work! 👍🏼📚
Congratulations Leora! 📚⭐
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There's something for everyone this week at the Albert Lea Public Library! Crafters are invited to join us on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon to work on projects with other community members. All types of crafts are welcome. Teen Reads, our YA book club, meets on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 3:45 p.m. Stop by the library to pick up the book for this month.
On Sunday, Nov. 9, families can stop by the Children's Library from 2 to 3 p.m. and make paper plate turkeys.
Full details about these events and all of our programs can be found on our calendar: alplonline.org/events-calendar/.
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So much fun! 🤩
This week at the Albert Lea Public Library, join us for one of our four weekly early literacy programs for stories, songs and movement to support literacy development and learning in young children.
For tweens and teens, drop in to Tween and Teen Hangout on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Activities such as Nintendo Switch, tabletop games, crafts and more will be available and snacks are provided.
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Have you noticed a change in Libby with how hold suspensions work? Libby has recently revamped their holds system. Instead of choosing an end date when suspending holds, you will need to manually resume your hold when you're ready for an item. This should help keep the holds list moving AND make sure you don't miss your opportunity to get the item you are waiting for.
For more information about how holds work in Libby, check out their help page: tinyurl.com/mrj3necs
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Attention Hoopla Users: Hoopla is experiencing technical issues related to the Amazon Web Services outage that occurred today. They are monitoring the situation and hope to have the platform fully functional soon.
If you have trouble, we recommend closing the app and trying again after a few hours.
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THIS WEEK: Tweens and teens are invited to join us on Tuesday, Oct. 21 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. for Tween and Teen Game Night. Bring your favorite games to play with others or play one of the games supplied by the library. We also have Choose Your Own Book Club at 6 p.m. for adults. This casual book discussion group is a great place to talk about the books you've read and get recommendations from fellow community members.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO VORTEX COLD STORAGE AND WDS CONSTRUCTION! They recently celebrated a solar panel installation project that advances sustainability and efficiency at Vortex in Albert Lea’s south industrial park. Read more on the WDS Construction website about their partnership that began with Vortex’s first building phase: wdsconstruction.net/markets/cold-storage-food-processing/vortex-cold-storage/. ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us this week at the Albert Lea Public Library for Storytime, Tween and Teen Game Night, Choose Your Own Book Club, and more!
As a reminder, early literacy programs will take a break after November 25 and return in January.
A full listing of our events, including full details and registration forms, can be found on our online calendar: alplonline.org/events-calendar/ ... See MoreSee Less
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So much fun happening!
INCENTIVES ARE WORKING: The City of Albert Lea is working to meet our community’s need for workforce housing. 3 recent studies show that employers could fill open jobs today if more housing were available. To help jump-start development, the city is offering incentives for builders on 25 city-owned lots, including free land, design assistance, and help with water/sewer hookups. Developers can choose to sell or rent the new homes.
So far, 3 builders have signed on:
🏠 Turning Point Real Estate – multiple homes across several west and south side streets
🏠 GYF Custom Crafts – homes on Fountain Street and Seventh Ave.
🏠 Kingdom Homes – a new home at 614 E. Fourth St.
These short-term investments will support long-term growth in population, property taxes, and utility revenue.
For more information, contact your city councilor: www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council/. Watch the Nov. 10 City Council meeting: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzsVf_JE8t8. Read the studies: www.cityofalbertlea.org/plans-studies/. ... See MoreSee Less
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Geez 🙄 do you offer first time home buyers??
SUMMARY OF RESULTS, VISIT WEBSITE FOR FULL STORY: The City of Albert Lea recently asked neighbors about options for redeveloping a contaminated industrial site at 620 Adams Ave: 1) Mini park; 2) Mixed use of business and greenspace; or 3) Full trailhead. The city is applying for a federal grant to clean up the site. As part of the grant application,the city mailed surveys to 160 property owners in the area. A total of 35, or 22%, returned the surveys. Neighbors were nearly split, with 13 favoring the mixed use and 15 a full trailhead. Only 6 preferred a mini park. 1 pledged support for any of the park options. The city acquired the site through tax forfeiture after the former owner, Merrick’s of Minnesota, went bankrupt and abandoned the site in 2018. See the full story on the city website: www.cityofalbertlea.org/proposed-park-on-adams-avenue ... See MoreSee Less
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Why do you want the Public input, when y’all are going to what you want to do? It doesn’t make sense to me.
Do we really need another park so vandals can destroy it?
I understand it's the will of the people that should be done. But why are they asking us? Because we pay them to think for this stuff. So why pay them to do their job?
Stay in the know! The latest edition of the Albert Lea Week-Lea has arrived. Get your essential, weekly summary of all city news, upcoming events, and project updates.
Read the new issue: bit.ly/AlbertWeekLea11-14-25
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Hosting for the holidays? A couple tips to help your system and ours...
No wipes down the pipes.
No grease down the sink.
No costly clogs! ... See MoreSee Less
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I knew this!
Congratulations Detectives Gaul and Tuzinski!ON THE CASE: Police Chief Darren Hanson introduced the department’s newest detectives, Luke Tuzinski and Mary Gaul, at the Nov. 10 city council meeting. Tuzinski joined the department in 2020. He brings leadership, community engagement and mentorship to his new role. Gaul joined in 2021, and brings energy and enthusiasm to both the department and her position. Hanson said, “These promotions reflect not only their hard work but also the trust and confidence that we have in their abilities." ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations 🎈
Congrats Luke!
Congratulations