Fewer than half of Minnesota students are proficient in math and reading. That’s according to new data from the Minnesota ...

There is so much good all around us when we have empathy for other people and we try to lift each other up. We bear some of ...

The first play of the Albert Lea Community Theatre’s 61st season will open on Thursday. “Marriage Can Be Hazardous to Your Health” is a comedy drama about ...

There is an upcoming school board election. In this race, Gary Schindler stands out as an exceptional candidate for ...

I had decided what I was going to wear for Halloween. My costume will be a gas pump. That will throw a scare into anybody who ...

Why vote for Kasey Wolters? As a lifelong Albert Lean, let me count the reasons: 1. She’s passionate for our schools, our ...

I first met Angie Hanson about 10 years ago when we were involved in an event together. She had her 8-year-old son with her, ...

We join the voice of Albert Lea Mayor Rich Murray on Monday at the Albert Lea City Council meeting to stand up for survivors ...

As a retired administrator for Albert Lea Area Schools, I am writing this letter of support for Gary Schindler as a candidate ...

You stepped up for Twin Lakes. The current mayor and his two family members on the city council welcomed and appointed their ...

Regarding the high school vandalism, here is a suggestion. As part of the punishment/consequences for their destructive ...

Jerry and I support Gary Schindler for the ALHS school board. Gary has served in many educational capacities during his ...