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Albert Lea holds elections Nov. 5
Albert Lea voters head to the polls Nov. 5 to elect three city councilors, all running unopposed in their wards. Candidates Rachel Christensen has filed for reelection for the Ward 1 seat. Voters elected Christensen in 2022 to finish the term of Rich Murray who ran successfully for mayor. With the partial term ending this…
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Apartment fire
Albert Lea Fire Rescue was dispatched to a structure fire at 1904 Bridge Ave., Apartment 107, at 11:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 12. Fire crews and law enforcement arrived on scene to find light smoke coming from the apartment. The crews worked to evacuate the building while firefighters entered the apartment to extinguish the fire. The…
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Church roof replacement: Clark Street detour to start Monday
Clark Street along Central Park in Albert Lea, from St. Mary to West Avenue, will be closed starting Monday, Sept. 9, for a roofing project at First Lutheran Church. Motorists and pedestrians will need to detour around this section of Clark Street until the project is done, expected in mid-October. The existing roof is made…
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Brookside boat landing closed Sept. 3-5 for equipment removal
With the habitat project completed for Fountain Lake, the Brookside boat landing, 623 Richway Drive, will be closed Tuesday through possibly Thursday, Sept. 3-5, for equipment removal. Brennan Company, the contractor for the habitat project, has finished installing rock reefs and will be removing its crane and other equipment. The company was using the City…
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Public dock prep: Bridge Avenue detour to start Monday
Bridge Avenue from Katherine to Fountain Street in Albert Lea will be closed starting Monday, Aug. 26, as crews prepare the area for installation of a public dock. This section of Bridge Avenue will likely be closed through Sept. 11. Motorists and pedestrians will need to detour onto East Main Street. The new dock, which…
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Public hearing Tuesday on zoning for adult-focused businesses
Planning Commission to review draft law on cannabis, off-sale liquor, tobacco and sexually-oriented entities The Albert Lea Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Aug. 6 on a draft zoning law that would limit the locations for new cannabis, off-sale liquor, tobacco and sexually-oriented businesses. The hearing will be held at the commission’s meeting Tuesday…
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Albert Lea wastewater spill contained, long-term repairs underway
The City of Albert Lea has contained a spill of wastewater from a break in the sewer main along South Shore Drive that carries wastewater from Albert Lea to its treatment plant. While the Public Works Department is evaluating long-term repair options, the city advises the public to: The wastewater main break has no impact…
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Make a splash safely this summer: City of Albert Lea shares pool regulations and safety tips
With the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting that drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1 to 4 years old, the City of Albert Lea is urging residents to be aware of pool safety and local regulations. “Drowning can happen fast, even when children are not expected to be near…
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2 incumbents, 1 newcomer file for Albert Lea City Council
Three candidates – two incumbents and one newcomer – have filed for the three seats up for election on the Albert Lea City Council. All three will run unopposed in their wards. Rachel Christensen has filed for reelection for the Ward 1 seat. Voters elected Christensen in 2022 to finish the term of Rich Murray…
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Spraying for mosquito control starts Wednesday in Albert Lea
Albert Lea will resume its weekly mosquito control program Wednesday, June 5, after dusk. This year marks the return of spraying following a dry year in 2023. The City of Albert Lea has contracted Mosquito Control of Iowa to handle the spraying service. In case of rainy or windy weather, Thursdays will be the back-up…
