Freeborn County Shopper 022426 by southernminnesotashoppers

Birthday Candles

Wednesday, April 15th

Sidekick Theatre -- Minnesota Heritage Center

The ingredients are simple—eggs, butter, sugar, salt—but look closer and you’ll find the essence of life itself. Each year on her birthday, Ernestine bakes a cake with her family. From age 17 to 107, we witness the moments and people that shape her life. Birthday Candles tenderly explores family, love, loss, and finding your place in the universe. This charming new play, recently on Broadway, is sure to warm the soul.

$154 pp includes deluxe motor coach transportation, lunch at the theatre, and performance.

Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 8:30 am

I Honestly Love You

– A Tribute to Olivia NewtonJohn & Anne Murray

Thursday, June 4th

Fireside Theater -- Chanhassen

Join us for a lovely evening celebrating the works of two of the most-loved singing stars of all time. This show features all of their hits with the beautiful harmonies everyone loves. Olivia and Ann had multiple hits on the Billboard charts of the 1970s and ‘80s. The show honors their original arrangements and is performed by accomplished singers and musicians. Expect great vibes and lots of fun!

$154 pp includes deluxe motor coach transportation, buffet meal at Q. Cumbers and musical performance.

Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 2:00 pm

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Tuesday, February 24th

Chicken Bacon Casserole · Burger Baskets Wednesday, February 25th

Cook

February

February 27th

February 28th

Pheasants

Forever Banquet

Wuerflein Chevrolet 2527 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea

GAMES · DRAWINGS · RAFFLES

Schedule of Events: Games & Social Hour 4 pm Dinner 6 pm

High-Quality Firearms Given Away Veterans-Only Raffle Bring the Whole Family!

For ticket information contact Greg at 507-383-4458

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Join us for an evening of fun. Piggy Blues Dinner, Silent Auction, Several Raffles, and more. Help us get youth involved in shooting sports and preserve habitat.

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SCHOLARSHIP NOTICE

Farmers Mutual Ins. Co. of Manchester is pleased to offer an academic scholarship to the sons or daughters of current policyholders.

Eligibility Requirements: Must be a graduating high school senior or currently enrolled in postsecondary education Parent(s) must be a current policyholder with Farmers Mutual Insurance Company Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

For an application, please contact Farmers Mutual Ins. Co. at 507-826-3425 or call your current agent. Completed applications must be received at

Frank has worked with 3 of the Top Hospital Systems in MN · Free Hearing Exam

Repairs & Service

Hearing Aids for All

the Farmers Mutual office by April 1, 2026.

2/$3

Albert Lea Township notice of regular meeting change to be held Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, at 3:30 pm with the annual meeting to follow at 4:00 pm to set the levy for 2027 and discuss any road improvements.

Election poll hours are from 5 to 8 pm, at which time voters will elect one supervisor for a 3-year term.

Meetings and election will be held at the Albert Lea Townhall at 1508 South Broadway, Albert Lea, MN.

Respectively submitted by: Rachel Alberts, Clerk

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUES WANTED! TOYS, RED WING CROCKS, ADVERTISING SIGNS BEER, FOOD, MACHINERY GAS, OIL, ECT. & ADVERTISING TINS, CARPENTER TOOLS, GUNS, WWI WWII VIETNAM PHOTOGRAPHS, MEDALS, HELMETS, KNIVES, SWORDS, CAST IRON FRY PANS, FLOOR GRATES, PUMPS, POCKET WATCHES, JEWELRY, PADLOCKS, WEATHERVANES, CUPALAS, BARN PULLEYS, LICENSE PLATES, CLOCKS, BOTTLES, POTTERY, MAGAZINES, POSTCARDS, MARBLES, CHAUFFEUR BADGES, CATALOGS, BOOKS, ANYTHING PAPER, DECOYS, REELS, RADIOS, STERLING SILVER, COINS, TOKENS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, WOOD & PAPER SHELL BOXES, WOOD BOXES,SCALES, LANTERNS, LAMPS, CLOTHING, ANYTHING MADE BEFORE 1960 COUNTRYSIDE ANTIQUES 507-402-0880.

Antiques & Collectibles

NEED

CASH

I give free appraisals of your coins 1964 and older. I am also looking to buy older coins such as silver dollars, halves,quarters,dimes and Indian head cents. Call Ron from Hayfield 507-477-2427 or 507-259-6460

Machinery & Tools

STIHL Products in Stock. We’re your STIHL Dealer. 507-448-3302

TRADING POST Gordonsville POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302

TRADING POST Gordonsville

General Notices

From January 1, 2026, through July 1, 2026, the Albert Lea HRA Housing Choice Voucher/ Section 8 program waitlist is open. www.albertleahra.com.

Apartments

Spacious 1 bedroom 15 minutes south of Albert Lea. $405/mo, utilities included except electric. Background checks required. No smoking! No animals! Call or text 507-456-9514.

Want To Buy Transportation

Buying Junk Vehicles! Paying cash. Top $$ prices. Will pick up 7 days/week. 641-590-7068

Appliance Service

ON THE SPOT APPLIANCE SERVICE

Will Repair most Household Appliances & Commercial Cooking Products. 30+ Years Experience, Reasonable Rates. Call Orrin Mortensen at 507-214-8099 ANYTIME

Construction

Linder Tree Service Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081

Handyman Services

E.L.K. CONSTRUCTION

HANDYMAN SERVICES:

Update or replace windows, egress windows & doors. Home repair, remodeling & construction, decks, garages, siding, roof repair, drywall & texturing, concrete. Call Ernie at 438-4307. 27 years experience, bonded. License #BC 710064

SKILLED DIESEL TECHNICIAN

Freeborn County Shopper reaches over

The City of Alden, MN is accepting applications for a full-time position in the Public Works Department. This position is under the supervision of the Public Works Superintendent and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of streets, storm sewers, parks, buildings, and the water and wastewater systems and facilities. Minimum qualifications include a highschool diploma or GED; a valid Class B Minnesota driver’s license, or the ability to obtain within 30 days; Class C water and Class D wastewater license, or the ability to obtain; and the ability to report to an emergency call within 30 minutes. Pay ranges from $24 - $28 per hour based on qualifications, with benefits including PERA, health, life and AD&D insurance, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Applications may be obtained at the Alden City Office, 174 Water Street Alden, MN, by calling (507)874-3620, or on the City of Alden’s website at www.aldenmn.com. Applications and resumes must be received in the City Office no later than 4:00 PM, Friday, March 6, 2026. Equal Opportunity Employer

2+ Year's Experience Preferred. Hours 8 am -5 pm · Monday - Friday Pay Dependent on Experience. Reliable, Motived Candidates Encouraged to Apply. Call 507-320-7770 or stop in at COME JOIN OUR TEAM!

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community? at 507-864-8231. Semcac is an EOE

Semcac Senior Nutrition is looking for a Full-Time Head Cook for our site in Albert Lea, MN. Eight hours per day, Monday - Friday, 5:30 am – 1:30 pm. Semcac offers competitive wages and great benefits, including paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation leave. Application and more information are available at www.semcac.org or contact Semcac Senior Services

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST, SR. - DHS

The DHS Accounting Specialist Sr. performs a variety of accounting procedures and bookkeeping duties under the DHS Accounting Supervisor and Human Services Director. Employees holding this position maintain the Social Welfare Fund, Agency Collection System, and Revenue Recapture information for auditing purposes. In addition, this position performs accounts payable, billing, and accounts receivable functions for all Human Services programs.

You must complete both the Freeborn County and Merit applications to be considered for this position. Completed applications along with cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM Friday, March 13 , 2026. Please call 507-377-5400 with any questions. th

You can find the Freeborn County application at www.co.freeborn.mn.us and the Merit application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem.

Gold & Silver Auctions

We are now scheduling spring coin auctions with 3 large sales already scheduled for May and June. Do not trust the sale of your coins or paper currency to just anyone. We have buyers coming from several states and can honestly say we will get you more! Contact us if we can assist you with selling your coins and currency.

Reeder Auction Service Col. Dan Reeder 641-324-1692