Freeborn County Shopper 051926 by southernminnesotashoppers

I Honestly Love You

– A Tribute to Olivia Newton-John & 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 Watch for 2027 Cruise!

March 14-20, 2027

2nd Annual King, Cash, n'

19th Annual Thorne Crest

Contact Bev for More Information: 507-451-8695 · bev@bevstours.com

Jay Alan Weitzel passed away at his childhood home on Pillsbury Avenue into the arms of Jesus on April 14th, 2026, surrounded by his family. Jay was born on June 19th,1963, to parents Robert & Beverly Weitzel. He graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1981. He was a member of the Church of Christ and was baptized into the Christian faith by T. Wayne Douglas after his grandmother's funeral service. Jay is survived by his mother, Beverly Weitzel of Albert Lea, sisters: Debbie Schewe of Albert Lea, Vicky (Rod) Schewe of Albert Lea, Lori (Rod) Coleman of Chaska, & brother Rick (Kellie) Weitzel of Albert Lea. Friends and family are welcome to join the family in honoring the life of Jay on Sunday, June 14th, 2026, from 1 pm to 4 pm at

Classifieds Marketplace

Garage Sales

Memorial Day Weekend

Flea Market

Freeborn County Fairgrounds, Albert Lea May 22-24

9 AM - 4 PM

Antiques, collectibles, furniture, household items, toys, tools, live plants, records and CDs, video games, comics, sports cards, Pokemon, vintage clothing, gas and oil, books, VCR and DVD, handmade crafts, and more! Rain or Shine Free Admission No Early Birds Lunch by Two Sisters Eatery Questions- 507-320-1717

3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE

18779 680th AVE ALDEN , 1 MILE EAST OF CONGER AND 3 QUARTERS

MILE NORTH, ON CR 69, THURSDAY, MAY 21ST

8:30AM-6PM FRIDAY, MAY 22ND 8AM-6PM SATURDAY, MAY 23RD 8AM-2PM LOTS OF BOOKS, PUZZLES, LEGOS, HOT WHEELS, COOKBOOKS, NEW PEDAL CAR, FARM FRESH EGGS, GUY STUFF AND LOTS OF MISC

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

Antiques & Collectibles

ANTIQUES WANTED! FENTON BASKETS VASES FAIRY LAMPS, PYREX BOWLS , GLASS MARBLES, ADVERTISING SIGNS, BRASS TOKENS, WOOD SHELL BOXES, LICENSE PLATES, WWI & WWII & VIETNAM MEDALS, HELMETS, KNIFES, AND CLOTHING, ADVERTISING TIN CONTAINERS, BRASS ANIMALS, DUCK DECOYS, BARN PULLEYS, POCKET & WRIST WATCHES , STERLING SILVER ITEMS, CAST IRON FRY PANS,WAFFLE IRONS,KETTLES ,WOOD & METAL CARPENTER PLANES, CLOCKS, RADIOS, KNIFES ,SWORDS, BAYONETS, WELL PUMPS, ANVILS, WEATHERVANES ,CUPALAS, POSTCARDS,MAGAZINES,B OOKS, TOYS, OLD PHOTOGRAPHS, JEWELRY, DAV TAGS PLUS 100’S OF OTHER ITEMS CALL COUNTRYSIDE ANTIQUES 507-402-0880

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Motorcycles & ATV’s

PRIDE JAZZY ELECTRIC WHEELCHAIR LIKE-NEW CONDITION $500 507-402-0838

Recreational Vehicles

2015 FLEETWOOD STORM 32H MOTORHOME

One of a kind! One owner, no accidents, only 30,600 miles. Interior refresh summer 2025. Email for photos and details: tinlog7894@yahoo.com

2020 Outback by Keystone 22ft, 1 slide-out, Very good condition Stored in winter, bath/shower never used Asking $20,000 (507)383-6251

Want To Buy Transportation

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

Classified deadline is Thursday at 5pm.

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

Cleaning Services

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

Removal Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as any kind of Junk from anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Free Estimates Senior Discounts

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

your car, boat, RV, lawn mower or tractor in the classifieds.

Help Wanted: Bartender & Experienced Cook

Social Worker/ Case Manager –Child Protection / Child Welfare

Freeborn County Department of Human Services has a vacancy for a Case Manager/Social Worker in the Child Protection/Child Welfare Unit. This position provides services to assess strengths, works with families to establish and meet goals to promote health, safety and well-being of children. Starting at $72,992/annually.

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, May 22, 2026

Please call 507-377-5400 with any questions.

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

DHS - Office Support Specialist and Program Specialist, Sr.

The Office Support Specialist Senior and Program Specialist-DHS position is responsible for providing software support for multiple systems as we computer programs. This position acts as a liaison between the users and the State of Minnesota, oversees data integrity, designs, creates, runs, distributes, and follows up on reports to ensure workers data is entered timely and accurately. Starting salary $51,718.

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

CHIEF OF POLICE –ALDEN POLICE DEPARTMENT

The City of Alden, MN is seeking applicants for a Chief of Police, working 30 to 40 hours per week. Benefits are pro-rated for those interested in a 30 hour only work week. Applicants must be POST licensed or eligible to be POST licensed by the time of appointment, must pass a pre-employment background check, psychological, physical exam and must have a valid driver’s license. Applicants must be flexible to working varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. Pay is negotiable. Benefits include PERA, health, dental, life; AD&D insurance, as well as paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

The city is looking for an individual who is a self-starter, energetic, community oriented, and has good communication skills. The individual will be responsible for protecting the lives and property of the citizens of Alden, enforcing laws and ordinances, conducting investigations, and maintaining public order.

Job description and application packet can be obtained on the City’s website at www.aldenmn.com

Alden City office at Interested applicants should submit a completed application packet to: Alden, P.O. Box 325, Alden MN by 4 pm, Friday, May 29th. Equal Opportunity Employer

Affordable Housing Opportunities Available

The Albert Lea Housing & Redevelopment Authority (ALHRA) has 1-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom houses available for rent. Our office is located at 800 4th Ave South, Albert Lea, MN 56007. How to apply:

Pick up an application at the office

Download an application from the website at www.albertleahra.com

Drop off the completed application Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Mail the completed application to the main office

Fax the completed application to 507-373-0991

Email the completed application to alhra@albertleahra.com

ALHRA is an equal opportunity housing provider

HUGE

THURSDAY - MONDAY MAY 21 - 25 STTH 8 AM - 4 PM

5,000 FT SHED · RAIN OR SHINE

Vintage Signs · Jewelry & Silver Antiques & Collectibles

Don’t Miss This One! Something for Everyone! 9th Ave SW, Wells, MN - Watch for Signs!

LARGE COIN AUCTION

SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026

8 am Viewing with Live Auction to follow at 10 am

Kensett Community Center 300 Willow Street, Kensett, IA

Approximately 324 lots including Engelhard 100 oz silver bar, 1880 3 cent (nickel), 1853 3 cent silver; 1955 US mint double set, 1952 US mint double set; 1899 $5 silver certificate Indian chief; ¼ oz gold eagle; 16 lots modern Morgan Dollars; 14 lots Peace dollars; 53 lots silver bullion (60+ oz); 8 lots of commemorative silver dollars; 10 lots of foreign coins; 18 lots silver halves (56) including JFK, Franklin, Walking, Seated, commemorative; Indian Head cents, large cents & wheaties; 4 lots of US silver quarters (40); 3 lots of dimes; US and foreign currency; 13 lots of women's quarters (36 rolls); 9 lots of Ike dollars (200); 6 lots of Innovation dollars. Plus much, much more!