Tuesday, March 10th
T C B R · Burger Baskets
Wednesday, March 11th
Meat Eaters or Deluxe Pizza
Riders Meat Raffle pm · Bingo 6 pm
Thursday, March 12th
Coffee for Vets 9 - 11 am · French Dip
Wine Wings · Line Dancing 6:30 pm
Friday, March 13th
Fish Tacos · araoke pm
Saturday, March 14th
Clu pen 12 pm – 6 pm · Limited Menu
BACHMAN’S SPRING FLOWER SHOW
Saturday, April 4th
We’ll start our day with a fabulous lunch at the beautiful Chart House in Lakeville.
Then Bachman’s on Lyndale will welcome us with beautiful florals to view and enjoy for the afternoon. A surprise or two will be announced as we experience the entire area. Prizes will be awarded and much fun to be had.
$134 pp includes motor coach transportation, a delicious lunch and entrance to Bachman’s retail store. Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 9 am
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.
$139 pp includes deluxe motor coach transportation, lunch at the theatre, and performance.
Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 8:30 am
Contact Bev for More Information: 507-451-8695 · bev@bevstours.com
HUMANE SOCIETY SUPPLIES NEEDED HELP OUR FURRY FRIENDS BY DONATING ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
Cat Litter, Medium Litter Pans, Cat/Dog Treats and Purina Cat Chow Complete (blue bag)
Humane Society of Freeborn County 507-377-8501 or drop off at 101 James Ave., Albert Lea, MN
Louise Ivadell Petersen (Merritt)
Louise Ivadell Petersen (Merritt), age 86, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Louise was born on June 14, 1939, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Ezra and Evelyn Merritt. She attended Freeborn Public Schools through her sophomore year of high school. In 1955, she moved with her family to Fairchild, Wisconsin, where she graduated from high school in 1957.
Following graduation, Louise moved to Wells, Minnesota, where she worked at the Stamper Company, and later to Minneapolis, where she was employed at the Gold Bond Stamp Company.
On July 1, 1960, Louise was united in marriage to Alan Guy Petersen at the Congregational Church in Freeborn, Minnesota. In 1966, they purchased a farm near Austin, Minnesota, where Louise lived the remainder of her life alongside the love of her life, Alan. Together they raised five children and lovingly opened their home to several foster children.
Louise was a lifelong Christian who believed deeply in God and lived her life guided by a strong and unwavering faith. Her faith was evident in the love she showed to others, her devotion to her family, and the quiet strength with which she faced life’s joys and challenges. Throughout her working years, Louise was employed at Wilson’s in Albert Lea (later Farmstead), JCPenney in Austin, and ultimately at Quality Pork, where she served as a bookkeeper until her retirement in 2001.
Louise enjoyed a full and joyful life. She and Alan shared a love for travel, exploring destinations such as Australia, Hawaii, Alaska, the Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Russia, and many places throughout the United States. She also shared this love of travel with her children, bringing them on numerous vacations across the country to witness the beauty of God’s creation through their own eyes. She had a deep appreciation for flowers, gardening, nature, and hiking, and she cherished collecting Precious Moments figurines and Terry Redlin artwork. Louise loved her farm, her family, and treasured every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. One of her greatest joys was sitting on the front porch with Alan and their dog, Pluto, watching birds and soaking in the sunshine. She also had a sweet tooth and was always happy to enjoy ice cream or a special treat.
Louise was an exceptional wife and mother, devoted wholeheartedly to her family. She supported Alan with steadfast love and partnership throughout their 65 years of marriage, creating a home rooted in faith, kindness, and perseverance. As a mother, she led by example —patient, nurturing, and endlessly giving. Her children learned the meaning of love, faith, and hard work through her words and, more importantly, through the life she lived every day.
Louise is survived by her loving husband, Alan Petersen, with whom she shared 65 years of marriage, living on the family farm near Austin for over 60 years; her children: Peggy Petersen, Marlene (Ray) Olsen, Lynnette (Bill) Stewart, Vincent Petersen, and Diane (Dave) Holmquist; her grandchildren: Alan (Elizabeth) Petersen, Michelle Olsen, Cassandra Clark, Michael Stewart, Kyle (Jessica) Stewart, Madelyn Petersen, Olivia Petersen, Rocco Petersen, Robert (Mica) Holmquist, Raeann Holmquist, and Reva Holmquist; her great-grandchildren: Charlie Petersen, Alan A. Petersen, Nathan Petersen, Alan H. Petersen, Alice Clark, Emily Clark, Raiden Clark, William Clark, Peyton Stewart, Elijah Albright, Ethan Albright, and Desmond Stewart; her sister-in-law, Francis Petersen; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ezra and Evelyn Merritt; her brothers, Duane (Irene) Merritt, Kenneth (Dona) Merritt, and Myron Merritt; her sister, Janet Merritt; her in-laws, Vivian and Kenton Cadwell; and her brothers-in-laws, Keith Register, Richard (Denise) Petersen, and Ross Petersen.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, March 13, 2026, at Oakland Lutheran Church in Albert Lea, with a visitation beginning at 10:00AM. The family will also receive friends at visitation to be held from 4:00- 6:00PM on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Services, in Albert Lea. Burial will be held at Alden Cemetery.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the Mayo Clinic Hospice Team for the compassionate and loving care they provided Louise.
We find comfort in knowing that Louise has been welcomed into her eternal home, reunited with loved ones, and is now resting in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
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
Music Sales
Free Piano! You pick it up and it’s yours! Call or Message 507-219-1452
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
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
Junk Removal
Junk Removal
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
Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as any kind of Junk from anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Free Estimates
Senior Discounts BEST PRICES Call anytime: 507-219-0727
Tree Service
Linder Tree Service Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal!
Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081
Sell your car, boat, RV, lawn mower or tractor in the classifieds.
The cost is $50 for one image and 25 words and the classified ad will run until it sells.
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
Albert Lea Public Warehouse
HIRING
YOU HIRING? HIRING?
Let Us Help You Find the Right Fit.
You can find the Freeborn County application at www.co.freeborn.mn.us and the Merit application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mnmeritsystem.
Auctions
LARGE COIN AUCTION SUN, MARCH 15, 2026
8 am Viewing with Live Auction to follow at 10 am Kensett Community Center 300 Willow Street, Kensett, IA
Approximately 320 lots including 1885 V nickel, 186 seated half dollar, 1900-s barber half; 21 lots Morgan Dollars ((32) including 11 graded and ungraded modern coins); 17 lots Peace dollars (23 including 12 modern coins); 26 lots silver bullion; 8 lots of commemorative dollars; 9 lots of foreign silver; 32 lots silver halves (205) including (JFK (16/79), Franklin (10/88), Walking (5/38), Seated, commemorative); 1 GOLD coin (1/10 age); Indian Head cents, Flying eagle, large cents & wheaties; 8 lots of US silver quarters (30); 7 lots of dimes (46); US and foreign currency; women’s quarters 18 rolls; 9 lots of Ike dollars (181); 7 lots of Innovation dollars (213). Plus much, much more!
Prius V, 77k...............................$16,900
GMC Terrain SLT-2 AWD, 90k............$10,900
Buick Lacrosse Leather, 107k.............$9,995
Subaru Forester, 106k........................$10,900
Lexus RX 350 AWD, 101k....................$16,900
Buick Lacrosse Leather, 100k..............$9,995
Buick Lucerne CXL, 52k........................$11,900
Chevy Impala LT, 101k...........................$9,995
Buick Regal CXL, 99k..............................$8,995
Honda Odyssey EX-L, 119k.................$11,900
Honda CRV EX-L AWD, 113k...............$11,900
Toyota Avalon, 84k................................$8,995 endSee Our Inventory at findcars.com 507-448-3302
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm
