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Linda Ramus Lang is one of the earliest stars in Iowa track and field history. In her years at Sentral High School, from...
05/29/2026

Linda Ramus Lang is one of the earliest stars in Iowa track and field history. In her years at Sentral High School, from 1960 to 1964, she won seven state championships.

Linda Ramus Lang is one of the earliest stars in Iowa track and field history. In her years at Sentral High School, from 1960 to 1964, she won seven state champ...

People of all ages showed up Thursday to look at classic cars at the 19th annual car show at Thorne Crest Senior Living ...
05/29/2026

People of all ages showed up Thursday to look at classic cars at the 19th annual car show at Thorne Crest Senior Living Community.

A project in the works off of Front Street in-between Fourth Avenue and Maplehill Drive will serve a dual purpose when i...
05/29/2026

A project in the works off of Front Street in-between Fourth Avenue and Maplehill Drive will serve a dual purpose when it is completed.

A federal grand jury has indicted an International Falls man who allegedly kidnapped a 7-year-old Zimmerman girl in Janu...
05/28/2026

A federal grand jury has indicted an International Falls man who allegedly kidnapped a 7-year-old Zimmerman girl in January and was found in Albert Lea.
Joseph Bragg is charged with kidnapping and attempted transported of a minor victim, in addition to production and possession of child po*******hy involving a second child.

A federal grand jury has indicted an International Falls man who allegedly kidnapped a 7-year-old Zimmerman girl in January and was found in Albert Lea.

Stopping at Trails Travel Center in Albert Lea for a snack at McDonald’s, you may be greeted by the infectious smile of ...
05/28/2026

Stopping at Trails Travel Center in Albert Lea for a snack at McDonald’s, you may be greeted by the infectious smile of Myla Wright, one of the managers at the location.
This June, that smile will be seen by millions as the 16-year-old carries a flag onto the field during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle.

Stopping at Trails Travel Center in Albert Lea for a snack at McDonald’s, you may be greeted by the infectious smile of Mila Wright, one of the managers at the ...

Albert Lea golfer Noah Teeter will advance to state for the third year in a row after finishing the second day of the Se...
05/28/2026

Albert Lea golfer Noah Teeter will advance to state for the third year in a row after finishing the second day of the Section 1AAA boys' golf meet in seventh place.

Albert Lea golfer Noah Teeter will advance to state for the third year in a row after finishing the second day of the Section 1AAA boys' golf meet in seventh pl...

The Albert Lea Police Department is looking to partner with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for a new officer ...
05/27/2026

The Albert Lea Police Department is looking to partner with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for a new officer position that would be dedicated solely to DWI and traffic safety enforcement.

The Albert Lea Police Department is looking to partner with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for a new officer position that would be dedicated solely ...

After considering lifting the limits on dogs and cats in the city, the Albert Lea City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday to allo...
05/27/2026

After considering lifting the limits on dogs and cats in the city, the Albert Lea City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday to allow residents up to four animals of any combination, while approving other updates to the city’s animal ordinance.

After considering lifting the limits on dogs and cats in the city, the Albert Lea City Council voted 4-3 Tuesday to allow residents up to four animals of any co...

American Legion Post 56 Cmdr. Ole Olson on Monday encouraged people to remember not only those who lost their lives in b...
05/26/2026

American Legion Post 56 Cmdr. Ole Olson on Monday encouraged people to remember not only those who lost their lives in battle for the nation but also their family members who were left behind during the annual Memorial Day ceremony at Graceland Cemetery.

American Legion Post 56 Cmdr. Ole Olson on Monday encouraged people to remember not only those who lost their lives in battle for the nation but also their fami...

05/23/2026

Did you take photos with you and your graduate last night in Albert Lea? We'd love to print your photos in our next issue of Albert Lea Magazine! Please send them to news@albertleatribune.com. Include names of the people pictured.

The Albert Lea High School Orrie Jirele gymnasium was filled Friday night for the 142nd annual commencement ceremony. Th...
05/23/2026

The Albert Lea High School Orrie Jirele gymnasium was filled Friday night for the 142nd annual commencement ceremony.
The ceremony was moved indoors because of weather.

The Albert Lea High School Orrie Jirele gymnasium was filled Friday night for the 142nd annual commencement ceremony. The ceremony was moved indoors because of...

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