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Albert Lea Family YMCA and Blue Zones launch indoor walking moai to promote health, connection and longevity
This winter, Blue Zones Albert Lea invites residents to experience a proven practice that makes healthy movement simple, social and […]
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Albert Lea police respond to report of shooting
On Jan. 3, 2026, at approximately 10:54 p.m., the Albert Lea Police Department responded to a report of a shooting […]
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Attic Fire
Albert Lea Fire Rescue responded to 17826 760th Ave on Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 8:08 p.m. for the report of an […]
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Influence local decisions by joining a city board or commission
Local residents can directly influence city policies, planning, and programs by volunteering for an Albert Lea board or commission. The […]
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Join the Planning Commission and shape how Albert Lea grows
Albert Lea needs 300 more units to meet local housing needs. Both the north and south industrial parks are nearly […]
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Reduce, reuse, rejoice: Go green for the holidays
Freeborn County recycled more than 14,000 tons of material last year, an increase over the previous year. The City of […]
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How to increase jobs? Expand industrial park
With both the south and north industrial parks in Albert Lea both nearly full, local leaders are taking steps to […]
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Council: Phase in some license increases
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Albert Lea City Council decided to phase in higher fees for on-sale liquor licenses. […]
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Council lowers tax levy
The Albert Lea City Council lowered its property tax levy for 2026 by more than $200,000, from $9.5 million proposed […]
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Council OKs plan for major projects
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Albert Lea Council approved a Capital Improvement Plan that outlines major projects over the […]
