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Thursday, April 2nd

Coffee for ets 11 am

Grilled Ham & Cheese · Wine & Wings Line Dancing 6:30 pm Friday, April 3rd

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April

SHOWING APRIL 3 - 6

Text “theflametext” to 77948 for movie updates

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

Questions call 507-874-3679 or 507-383-2687 8:00 am-12:00 pm

Proceeds to Suicide Prevention Team

W. William

Email:albertleaeagles@eagles2258.com

Friday, April 3rd

Bar Opens 12 pm

Meat Pack Raffles 4 pm

Burger Baskets 5 pm

Saturday, April 4th

Bar Opens at 12 pm

Bar Bingo 1pm - Public Welcome CLUB ANNIVERSARY

Serving BBQ Ribs 5 - 6:30 pm

Horse Races - Buck Hallow Band

Sunday, April 5th Happy Easter! No Breakfast

Friday, April 10th Bar Opens at 12 pm Meat Pack Raffles 4 pm Mello Jackets - 5:30 pm

Saturday, April 11th Saturday, April 11th

Bar Opens at 12 pm

Bayview Freeborn Funeral Home

Please join us for a brief meeting, lunch and fellowship. RSVP appreciated but not required by calling 507-373-4330 or email bayviewfuneral@gmail.com You are cordially invited to the 2026 Annual Meeting of Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home Celebrating our 87th Year in Business Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 10:30 am (doors open at 10:00 am)

1415 Hwy 13 N, Albert Lea, for the following purpose: 1) To hear the report of officers 2) To elect Directors 3) To transact such other business as may legally come before said meeting

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

John Jurgensen, Pat Dillavou, David Thunstedt, David Paschka, John Chrz, Norm Fredin, Kathleen Muilenburg, Brian Thompson

TRINITY LUTHERAN TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH CHURCH

April2ndApril3rdApril5th

Maundy Thursday

6:30 pm Worship Service

Good Friday

12:00 pm Worship Service

6:30 pm Worship Service

8 pm Easter Vigil

Easter Sunday

9:00 am & 11:00 am

Easter Worship

Join Us for Easter Breakfast

Serving 8 am - 10:30 am

Easter Easter Celebration Worship Celebration Worship

Sunday, April 5 Sunday, April 5 · 8:45 am · 8:45 am th th Easter · 8:45 am

Easter Egg Hunt will take place

Easter Egg Hunt will take place following the service. following the service. Find us on Facebook at Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tlcal https://www.facebook.com/tlcal

Come Celebrate the Come Celebrate the Resurrection Resurrection

501 S Washington Ave, 501 S Washington Ave, Albert Lea, MN Albert Lea, MN

Holy Thursday, April 2, 2026

7:00 pm - Mass

Good Friday, April 3, 2026

3:00 pm - Service

7:00 pm - Spanish Service

Holy Saturday, April 4, 2026 8:00 pm - English

Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026

7:30 am - Mass

9:00 am - Mass (Broadcast Mass) 11:00 am - Spanish Mass

Wedgewood Cove

EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET EASTER BRUNCH BUFFET

COMPLIMENTAR

LUNCH ITEMS

CARVING STATION

Ginger Honey Gla ed Pit Ham

Garden Salad with Dressings

Assorted S ecialty Salads

Ca n Bacon Mac and Cheese

Ba ed Cod Me ni re

Orange Chic en

B ttery Mashed Potatoes

10 Ho r Bee Pot Roast

Green Beans Almondine

Fresh Ba ed Rolls and B tter

BREAKFAST ITEMS

Fresh Fr it

Assorted Pastries/Cinnamon Rolls

Scrambled Eggs with Cheddar Cheese and Chi e

Local Smo ed Bacon/Sa sages

French Toast w/Mixed Berry

Com ote

Seasoned Brea ast Potatoes

HEARING CARE CENTERS Hear For You!

Dr. Frank has worked with 3 of the Top Hospital Systems in MN

· Free Hearing Exam

· Repairs & Service

· Hearing Aids for All Budgets

· Accept Most Insurance Plans

We service ALL MANUFACTURERS

Call for an Appointment 507-594-9087

125 W Clark St, Albert Lea

FIREARMS SAFETY CLASSES

Start Wednesday, April 1st

6:00 - 8:30 pm

Albert Lea Moose Club Back Room

Classes will be held WednesdaysApril 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29

Range Date is Sat, May 2nd

Classes are open to anyone 12 years old and older. A parent or guardian is requested for registration. Copy of birth certificate is required.

For more information, call: Charlie Schmidt - (507) 874-3296

Nate Kuiper - (507) 318-8185

Dave Dahl - (507) 297-5092

COUNTY AND SURROUNDING AREAS

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.

Classified deadline is Thursday at 5pm.

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

Classified deadline is Thursday at 5pm.

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

Want to Buy Merchandise

Buying and selling silver bars, silver dollars, rare coins, gold jewelry, any gold-silver items, collector coins, curency. 44 years in business. I have a $1,500,000 line of credit and own 1,475 acres of land near Ormsby. Kuehl’s Coins, Fairmont, MN.

507-235-3886

507-399-9982

Apartments

Senior Court Apts

Albert Lea

Open waiting list for Studio, 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Must be 62+.

Rent based on 30% of monthly gross income. Includes off-street parking, on-site laundry on each floor, community room, elevator, all utilities, cable & wheelchair accessible units.

507-373-5391

507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc.net TDD: 507-451-0704 Equal Housing Opportunity.

Apartments

Senior Tower Apts

Albert Lea

Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd smoke free apts. Must be 62+ or disabled. Rent based on 30% of monthly gross income. Includes off-street parking, on-site laundry, community room, elevator, all utilities, cable & wheelchair accessible units.

507-373-6622

507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc.net

TDD: 507-451-0704

Equal Housing Opportunity.

North Grove Apts

Clarks Grove

Open waiting list for 1 & 2 bd Smoke free apts.

Rent from $665-865. Includes off-street parking, on-site laundry, water, trash removal & wheelchair accessible unit.

507-451-8524, www.lifestyleinc.net

TDD: 507-451-0704

Equal Housing Opportunity.

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.

Houses For Rent

HOUSES FOR RENT

-MYRTLE 3BR RAMBLER, $1,000/MTH PLUS UTILITIES.

-NORTHWOOD IOWA. HOUSES AVAILABLE, POSSIBLE CONTRACT

3BR-$500,4BR-$700, & 5BR-$900. SECURITY

*DEPOSIT 1.5 TIMES RENT. CALL OR TEXT 507-460-0018.

Automobiles

2003 silver and black Heritage Soft Tail, maintenance records, 2 matching full face helmets, 2 covers, 2 sets of chaps, and rain gear. $8,500 obo. 507-373-7661.

Classified deadline is Thursday at 5pm.

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

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 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

2026 – 2027 MOWING BIDS FOR CEMETERY

The City of Alden is accepting quotes for mowing and lawn maintenance for the Alden Municipal Cemetery for the 2026 & 2027 mowing seasons. Quotes will be accepted through 4:00 PM on Friday, April 3rd. All quotes should include the cost per trimming occurrence and mowing/trimming combined, which would also include picking up of sticks, paper, cans, etc. Also, please include the cost of spraying for weeds if necessary. Details are available at the City Clerk’s Office, 174 Water Street, or by calling the City office at 507-874-3620. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotes.

The contracted party will provide his/her own equipment, including gas and oil; and will be responsible for his/her own insurance. The City will not be responsible in any way for anyone assisting with the work; all persons completing the work must be covered by the insurance of the contracted party.

The City requires a Certificate of Liability Insurance in the amount of not less than $500,000 covering the period of the mowing agreement.

Along with quotes, please provide complete contact information including name, address, and phone number.

Kim Knutson City Clerk – Treasurer Cemetery Actuary

The City of Freeborn is accepting applications for a part-time Public Works Maintenance Worker. This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of city streets, storm sewer system, public buildings and grounds, parks, vehicles, and equipment. Will also assist with the repair, maintenance and monitoring of water and wastewater systems. Position available immediately.

Minimum requirements: High school diploma or GED. Possess a valid MN Class D Driver’s license. Skilled in operating equipment, mechanical systems, and general construction practices. Ability to perform physically demanding work in all types of weather. Must have basic computer skills, including email, word processing, and spreadsheet use. Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the City’s licensed water/ wastewater operator, other city personnel, and contractors. Ability to report to an emergency call within 30 minutes. The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment background check, physical and Drug and Alcohol Tests.

Starting Wage Range: $16.00 –$22.00 per hour/DOQ, plus benefits. Part-time: approximately 30 hours per week. This is a non-union position. Applications and full job description may be obtained at City Hall, 402 Park Ave, Freeborn, MondayThursday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., by calling (507) 863-2014 or by email to ctyfrb@bevcomm.net.

For the initial round of interviews, completed applications with references must be received at City Hall no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026. Either email to ctyfrb@bevcomm.net, drop off at City Hall or mail to: City of Freeborn, PO Box 151, Freeborn, MN 56032

Applications accepted until position filled.

The City of Freeborn is an EOE

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER

Albert Lea Seed is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to support and grow seed sales for Viking, Blue River, and ALSH products. This role focuses on dealer and farmer relationships, account development, and representing our brands across the region. This role is ideal for a motivated ag professional who enjoys building trust, helping farmers succeed, and representing a respected, independent seed company. Applicants, please send resume to nicole@alseed.com