Email:albertleaeagles@eagles2258.com
Saturday, July 26th
Bar Opens at 12 pm
Bar Bingo 1pm - Public Welcome
Karaoke with Tom Minehart
Starting at 6 pm
New Location: Raleigh’s Ace Hardware, Bridge Ave, Al ert Lea
New Location: Raleigh’s Ace Hardware, Bridge Ave, Albert Lea
Now thru August
Look for the red truck & signs
Locally Grown, Picked Fresh Daily
Grease
Wednesday, August 20th
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre
Grease is back at Chanhassen Dinner
Theatres! Experience the nostalgia of high school in the '50s-peer pressure, love, teenage life set against the backdrop of Rydell High! Discover the drama, comedy, and pop-culture satire that has made Grease one of the most popular productions of all time! Don't forget the music, with songs like "Summer Nights", "We Go Together", "Greased Lightnin", "Beauty School Dropout" and so many others, including the hits you love from the movie. Have fun as you bop along!
$139 pp includes motorcoach transportation, lunch, and performance. Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 9:00 am
BEV’S BIG BEAUTIFUL BONUS
BIRTHDAY BASH SOLD OUT IN A FLASH SO WE ADDED ANOTHER! IT’S A MYSTERY
Sunday, September 14th
Be a part of a SPECIAL CELEBRATION as I look back on another special year!! JOIN US FOR A FUN FALL MYSTERIOUS ADVENTURE!!!
It’s a SECRET, but If you have enjoyed the Duttons in Branson or The Carpenter’s Tribute at Chanhassen, then you’re in for a special treat on this tour! AND… we’re not going north this time.
$149 pp includes dinner, motor coach transportation and performance. Checks or cash only. No refunds. Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 4:00 pm Don’t wait - this will fill quickly! Call Now - Almost Full!
KIDDIE FARM ZONE
Welcome back to year #7 in our TEMPORARY home in the North Pavilion at the Freeborn County Fair. Join us in the Kiddie Farm Zone and enjoy the many experiences we have created this year. We will continue to entertain everyone that visits from young kiddos to seasoned fair goers. This year is year #25 for Jane as the Kiddie Farm,Zone Superintendent. Steve has always been there to lend a helping hand too. Come visit, share a story and reminisce about the past. See the eggs hatching in the observation incubator, chicks in the baby chick arena and see the laying hens “Dance”. See a sow and her piglets in a sow unit. See you at The Kiddie Farm Zone!
Pedal Tractor Giveaway, Sunday, August 3, 2025 Held right after the Pedal Pull. Need NOT be present to win. Pedal Tractor sponsored by Arnolds of Alden Pedal Pull Sunday @ 1:00pm August 3, 2025 Pedal Pull sponsored by Precision Septic Services
Jane & Steve Haukoos Kiddie Farm Zone
Superintendents
Contact Jane and Steve @ (507)874-2668
For more information and to volunteer
Kiddie Farm Zone
Sponsored by: Albert Lea Moose Lodge No 1703, Albert Lea Seed House, Alliant Energy-Bent Tree North Wind Farm, Central Farm Services, Freeborn County Corn & Soybean Growers, & Freeborn Pride Builders
Hours for the Kiddie Farm Zone Tues/Thurs/Sat: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm • Wednesday/Senior Citizens Day: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday/Daycare Day: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm • Sunday: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
DAILY EVENTS DAILY EVENTS
DAILY EVENTS DAILY EVENTS
GENERAL LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST
Contest will be held on Friday – Jan Reed Livestock Arena– Fairgrounds
Registration: 9:30 to 10:00 am
All area county 4-H teams and FFA chapters may participate. There can be more than one team per county or chapter. Anyone that is an active 4-H or FFA member may be on a team. A team will consist of four members with the three top scores counting as the total team score. There will be no registration fee, but there is an admission charge at the gate. (If registered in advance, gate passes can be mailed out.)
The livestock to be judged will be determined by the contest coordinator.
The livestock used for the contest will be those of the 4-H exhibitors at the fair.
Classes of livestock to be judged may include:
Class 1 – Market Barrows
Class 2 – Market Goats
Class 3 – Breeding Heifers
Class 4 – Market Steers
Class 5 – Breeding Ewes
Class 6 – Market Lambs
Individual and team trophies and ribbons will be awarded at the completion of the contest.
CLASS 10 - MARKET HOGS
1. Entries open to purebred, crossbred or grade pigs, barrows & gilts that were farrowed on or after February 1, 2019 and weighing between 230 - 290 pounds. All market hogs will be weighed at time of entry and divided into a workable weight class. Pigs may be owned in a bona fide partnership with parent or guardian, such ownership to be certified by a Vocational Agriculture Instructor.
2. Exhibitors will be permitted to show three entries in the individual lot and one entry in the pen lot.
3. Pigs from pens may be exhibited in the individual lot.
Marketplace
Garage Sales
Garage Sales
Garage Sales
Garage Sales
Food & Produce
9 Family Rummage/Moving Sale
1507 DUNHAM STREET
9 Family Rummage/Moving Sale
ALBERT LEA, JULY 24TH 7AM-7PM, 25TH 7AM-6PM, 26TH 7AM-5PM (Behind Prairie Senior Cottages 8th & Fountain St., Albert Lea) OR Highway 13th & Fountain St.) Lots of goodies! Maybell vintage banjo ukelele, 3/4 size violin, acoustic electric bass guitar, 1999 Yamaha Roadstar (1600 CC, new tires, new battery), Craftsman 10’ compound miter saw with table, 48’ flat screen tv with surround sound, antifreeze, oil, DEF fluids, hand and power tools, misc. garage hardware. ,
1507 DUNHAM STREET
MULTI-FAMILY RUMMAGE SALE! 28414 NORTH ISLAND CIRCLE HOLLANDALE, JULY 25TH-26TH 8AM-3PM PLUS SIZE CLOTHING, HOUSEHOLD, CHILDREN CLOTHING.
ALBERT LEA, JULY 24TH 7AM-7PM, 25TH 7AM-6PM, 26TH 7AM-5PM (Behind Prairie Senior Cottages 8th & Fountain St., Albert Lea) OR Highway 13th & Fountain St.)
Antiques & Collectibles
Lots of goodies! Maybell vintage banjo ukelele, 3/4 size violin, acoustic electric bass guitar, 1999 Yamaha Roadstar (1600 CC, new tires, new battery), Craftsman 10’ compound miter saw with table, 48’ flat screen tv with surround sound, antifreeze, oil, DEF fluids, hand and power tools, misc. garage hardware. , car parts, dressers, treadmills x2, eliptical, 20 gallon brock, custom exhaust pipe with electric cut outs, lots of puzzles, women shoes and purses, lots of women clothing to plus size, some men clothing, leather coat, winch for front of boat trailer, brass tub, misc tires, fish cleaning table, beer can collection, fishing poles, spool of rubber hose, wash tub, pet cage, small Kubota tractor tires, stock car Hoosier tires.
MULTI-FAMILY RUMMAGE SALE! 28414 NORTH ISLAND CIRCLE HOLLANDALE, JULY 25TH-26TH 8AM-3PM PLUS SIZE CLOTHING, HOUSEHOLD, CHILDREN CLOTHING.
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.
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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.
Machinery & Tools
Community Events
Boats & Watercraft
Food & Produce
Apartments
Community Events
Albert Lea Housing & Redevelopment Authority
(507)383-2697
Recreational
Public Housing Units Available for Rent Application Online www.albertleahra.com or pick up an application at our office Monday-Thursday 8:00am-12:00pm 800 4th Ave South Albert Lea, MN 56007
Apartments
Want To Buy Transportation
Boats & Watercraft
Machinery & Tools
POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302
TRADING POST Gordonsville
STIHL Products in Stock We’re your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302
TRADING POST Gordonsville
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.
Boats & Watercraft
Winter Steal of a Deal! 1986 Sea Ray. All new $6,000 engine in 2018 Warranted. Only 20 hours of use on new engine. Asking only $4,000 Also boat lift with new, blue canopy - $1,500 Call: 507-373-9188
Boats & Watercraft
Recreational Vehicles
RV COACHMAN FREELANDER 2006, TRITON V10, 2 SLIDES, QUEEN SIZE REAR BED, 2 TVS, 73K MILES, ALL 6 NEW TIRES AND COMPLETE TUNEUP AT 70K MILES. GOOD CONDITION, AWNING. $24,900. 507-402-2424.
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
SEED ADVISOR
Are you passionate about agriculture and helping farmers succeed?
Albert Lea Seed, a supplier of non-GMO, organic and conventional seed is looking for an enthusiastic Seed Advisor to join our team! This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and loves connecting with customers.
Qualifications: 2 years agronomy experience with a solid understanding of agricultural seed and crop systems.
Applicants, please send resume to nicole@alseed.com
Notice of Job Opening City of Albert Lea Utility Maintenance Person
The City of Albert Lea is accepting applications for a full-time utility maintenance person to perform maintenance and repair work on the city’s water, sewer and storm sewer distribution system. Duties include working on the digging crew, locating, repairing/replacing lines, making plumbing connections, repairing pumps and motors, and assisting with water plants and lift stations as needed. The salary range for this position is $26.25 to $35.28 per hour.
Applications and further information are available at cityofalbertlea.org. Application deadline is August 1, 2025.
FREEBORN COUNTY AUDITOR/TREASURER
The Auditor-Treasurer provides overall leadership and direction of Freeborn County’s disbursements and receipting, tax, election and ditch authority operations. The Auditor – Treasurer oversees general administration of Auditor Treasurer Office and License Center. Prepares data and reports for the County financial statements, related worksheets, and records for reporting to the State. Annual salary range - $96,949 - $129,272 based on experience.
Please go to the Freeborn County website for the full job description and qualifications required. Interested applicants must apply through the online application process available on the Freeborn County website http://www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Completed applications along with cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM Friday, August 1st, 2025.
IN NEED OF EMPLOYEES?
Trade your unwanted items for fast cash with the Classifieds.
PLACE YOUR
Public Safety Telecommunicator
Freeborn County is accepting applications for a full-time (40 hrs./wk)
Public Safety Telecommunicator and to establish an eligibility list for future employment. Duties include answering phones and radios, evaluating information, prioritizing and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls. Shift work is required which includes evenings, weekends and holidays. Starting minimum salary: $26.02/ hr.
For more information, and to complete an application, please visit the Freeborn County website at www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Completed applications, along with a cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM on Friday, August 8, 2025. th
Advertising Deadline: Thursday at 4:00PM for the following Tuesday’s Shopper. Place your classified ad by emailing classifieds@mowercountyshopper.com or call us at 507-369-2742 to place your ad over the phone using a credit card.
Probation Services Director
Freeborn County is seeking a Probation Services Director. This position leads a department of 15 staff, including probation, truancy, STS coordinator, support and veterans court staff. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years in the field of Corrections and understand evidence-based practices in the field. He/she must hold at least a BS degree in Corrections, Law Enforcement or a related field. The Director reports to the Court, presents budgets to the County Board, does grant reporting at both federal and state levels and attends meetings and trainings throughout the state. The position would start approximately October 1st, 2025.
507.369.2742 www.freeborncountyshopper.com
Please go to the Freeborn County website for the full job description and qualifications required. Interested applicants must apply through the on-line application process available on the Freeborn County website http://www.co.freeborn.mn.us no later than 12:00 pm Friday, August 15, 2025. Salary range $88,005 - $130,520 depending on qualifications. th
