507-373-1310 115 West College Street Albert Lea, MN 56007
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 • Volume 52, No. 36
WINE & SPIRITS SALE!
Valid in-store only September 9 - 15, 2026 at your Albert Lea, Austin, Faribault, and Owatonna Hy-Vee locations.
18.99
Busch Light 24 pk.
21.99
9.99
12 oz. cans
Michelob Ultra 24 pk. 12 oz. cans
9.99
9.99
9.99
1.75 L.
750 mL.
750 mL.
Karkov Vodka
GET YOUR FLU SHOT
Carbliss 4 pk.
12 oz. cans
Fireball
Stella Rosa wines
EARN 20¢ FUEL SAVER
1Friday, DAY SALE September 11, 2026 3.99
Mars Wrigley Halloween candy 8.29 to 11.50 oz.
1.48lb.
No purchase necessary. Fuel Saver offer available to all flu shot recipients. See Pharmacy or Hy-Vee.com for details. Certain state, age, health-related, and other restrictions may apply.
TWO DAY
FUEL SAVER SALE
Honeycrisp apples
9.99
Folgers coffee 22.6 or 25.9 oz.
4.99lb.
Fresh ground chuck 85% lean, 15% fat (From our service case)
3/$5
Hy-Vee tortilla chips 11 or 13 oz.
2.48
Hy-Vee butter 16 oz.
with every $50 spent.
Saturday & Sunday, September 12-13, 2026
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T C B R · Bur(er Baskets
Not Rated · 1 hrs 53 min
Wednesday, September 9th Meat Eaters or Deluxe Pizza
PELICAN BREEZE II
ON ALBERT LEA LAKE
Public Cruise Every Sunday pm
pm
Thursday, September 1 th Coffee for Vets 9 - 11 am
BBQ Ribs · Karaoke w/ Billey Ray - 7 pm 4 pm - Close
142 N. Broadway, Albert Lea
For reservations or more info: 507-383-7273 or visit www.pelicanbreeze.org
Join us for the 43rd
FARMING OF YESTERYEAR
Movies are subject to change due to Box Office scheduling conflicts. Please check Facebook and CityofWells.net for changes.
STEAK FRY
Saturday, Sept. 12th 5 - 8 pm or Until Gone
To-Go Orders Available Call 507-874-3679 After 4:45 pm Dinner Includes: 10 oz Ribeye, Baked Potato, Coleslaw & Garlic Toast
$
25
00
Pull Tabs Available LIC#00983
BEST VALUE FOR YOUR TRAVEL DOLLAR Annie
Reservations are Reservations are recommended. recommended. Bring your own own snacks snacks and and beverages. beverages. Bring your
Private Cruises Available Upon Request
Downtown Wells, MN 507-553-5713
Alden American Legion Post 404
Bev’s Friends & Family Tours
Final Sunday Final Sunday Cruise Cruise is is Sept. Sept. 27th 27th
Reservations Recommended
Text “theflametext” to 77948 for movie updates
Friday, September 11th
NEW OFFICE HOURS: Tues-Thur 10 am - 2 pm
Nationally Known Humorist & Storyteller Sunday, September 13th · 3:30 pm
UPCOMING! Mutiny · Runner
Patty Melt w/ FF · Wine 9 Win(s
CLUB OPEN Tues-Fri
AL BATT CRUISE
SHOWING SEPTEMBER 11 - 14
ECHOES IN THE NIGHT:THE SEARCH FOR JACOB WETTERLING
Tuesday, September 8th
Riders Meat Raffle pm · Bin(o
Fri - Sun $5 · Mon $4
Friday - Monday 7 pm · Sunday Matinee 2 pm
PIZZA
And Sandwiches Dining Room Piping Hot Delivery
$1.00 OFF
ANY LARGE PIZZA
Expires September 22, 2026 M-F 11 am-2 pm, M-Th 4:30 pm-9 pm Fri-Sat 4:30 pm-10 pm, Sun 4:30 pm-9 pm
126 W. Clark • Albert Lea • 373-7350
WE DELIVER
FEATURING
Farm & Threshing Show September 12-13, 2026
Wednesday, October 7th Chanhassen Dinner Theatre Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ANNIE is a timeless family favorite featuring unforgettable music and a heartwarming story. This timeless musical is fun for the whole family. Best Seats in the House! $149 includes motor coach transportation, lunch and theatre performance. Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 9:00 am
BRANSON CHRISTMAS TOUR
November 8-12, 2026 Kick off the holiday season with a festive Christmas in Branson getaway! Enjoy top entertainment, including The Haygoods, The Texas Tenors, Sight and Sound Theatre, hilarious Comedy Bus Tour, and more. Deluxe motor coach transportation, accommodations at the Music Capital Inn, daily breakfast, one lunch, daily dinners, six shows and attractions, plus plenty of holiday fun & treats along the way! Sgl - $1499, Dbl - $1149, Tpl - $959, Quad -$769 Don’t wait - this will fill quickly!
Saturday, September 12, 2026 Food & Beverages Kolache · Silent Auction Kids Games & Activities Bring Your Own Chair
Contact Bev for More Information:
507-451-8695 · bev@bevstours.com
ALL TRACTORS & MACHINERY ARE WELCOME Sponsored by Gopher-Hawkeye Power Association 1736 600th Avenue • Kiester, MN 56051 From Kiester: 2 miles east, (Hwy 2), 2 miles south (Hwy 2 & gravel RD 121)
SATURDAY GATES OPEN AT 7:30 AM 8 AM - 4 PM Jason Niebuhr 7th Annual Scavenger Hunt Pick up cards at Main Office 10:30 AM Al Batt 1 PM Parade AFTER PARADE Feed Team Horse Race in Arena 2 PM Dunnell Lenort 2 PM Horseshoe Tournament - shoes provided, draw for partners, $10 Fee, Payout to top 3 Sign-up call: Jim 507-415-8841 5 PM Soup Supper 5:30 PM ‘Somethin’ Country’
SUNDAY GATES OPEN AT 6:30 AM 7 AM Church Service 8 AM - 4 PM Jason Niebuhr 7th Annual Scavenger Hunt Pick up & turn in cards by 3:30 at Main Office 8 - 10 AM Pancake Breakfast 10:30 AM Classic Country NOON Kids Pedal Pull 1:30 PM Parade 2 PM Polka Band AFTER PARADE Lawn Mower Pull AFTER PARADE Feed Team Horse Race in Arena 4 PM Raffle Drawings - Winners Announced! CHANCE TO WIN: $500 CASH | WINDMILL | PEDAL TRACTOR
Welcome Back ‘Somethin’ Country’ for our Saturday evening entertainment
TOURS: Lime Creek Country Church Farm House & Schoolhouse DEMONSTRATIONS: Kee Town Painters at Country School Quilt Tying & Rug Weaving • Blacksmith Demos/Exhibits Sorghum Making • Candle Making Steam & Horse Power • Threshing & Plowing Corn Shelling & Wood Sawing Antique Farm Equipment • Country Store Children’s Barnyard • Barrel Train • Horse drawn rides Crafts/Flea & Food Vendors Wheelchair Accessible • Pets on Leash $10 Primitive camping Not responsible for accidents
Find us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/FOYKiesterMN
Visit Our Website
www.farmingofyesteryear.com
$10 Admission
12 & Under Free
For General Information Call 507-525-2345
For Camping Information Call 507-383-2105
For Vendor Information Call 406-393-2077
Ag Chemical Jug Container Collection Thurs, September 10th · 2:00 - 4:00 pm Freeborn County will be doing collection for empty farm chemical jugs and containers. There is NO CHARGE for this service.
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Honoring the Life of
Brian Kalis
January 3, 1959 – July 1, 2026
HAPPY HAPPY
40th Anniversary
BEN & DEB MORTENSEN, JR. BEN & DEB MORTENSEN, JR.
Join us for a Celebration of Life Saturday, September 26th 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm At Brian’s home: 67702 County Road 46, Alden, MN All friends and family are invited to come and have a beer on Brian and share memories and stories.
JEFFREY PAUL NIELSEN REALTOR®
LISTING YOUR REAL ESTATE WITH C21 ATWOOD INSURES A SECURE & SMOOTH TRANSACTION TO CLOSING DAY.
September 6, 1986
Congratulations!
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
201 S WASHINGTON • ALBERT LEA
507.383.7012 ‘25 Chevy Blazer 2LT AWD, 24k...............$29,900 ‘22 Ford Edge SEL AWD, 60k....................$20,900 ‘19 RAM 1500 Crew Cab 4x4, 86k............$27,900 ‘19 Toyota RAV4 XLE, 119k.......................$18,900 ‘18 Chrysler Pacifica LTD, 93k..................$17,900 ‘18 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L, 87k.........$17,900 ‘18 Subaru Forester Premium, 77k..........$13,900 ‘17 Buick Lacrosse Essence, 50k.............$20,900 ‘17 RAM 1500 Big Horn, 112k....................$18,900 ‘17 Chrysler Pacifica Touring-L, 78k........$16,900 ‘17 Buick Encore Preferred II AWD, 76k..$12,900 ‘14 Subaru Forester Premium, 81k..........$10,900 ‘14 Buick Encore Leather AWD, 91k........$10,900 ‘13 Toyota RAV4 LE AWD, 77k..................$15,900 ‘13 Chevy Impala LTZ, 122k.........................$8,995 ‘12 Toyota RAV4, 109k...............................$12,900 ‘11 Buick Lucerne CXL, 93k.........................$9,995 ‘09 Lexus RX350 AWD, 103k.....................$11,900 ‘08 Lexus RX350 AWD, 96k.......................$12,900 ‘08 Honda CRV EX-L AWD, 113k.................$9,995 ‘08 Honda Odyssey EXL, 119k....................$9,995 ‘08 Buick Lucerne CXL, 69k.......................$8,995 ‘04 Buick LeSabre Limited, 48k.................$9,995 ‘04 Honda Helix Scooter..............................$2,995 sold
See Our Inventory at findcars.com
507-448-3302
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm
MOVING LIVING ESTATE SALE
1703 3rd Ave SE, Austin, MN
Friday, September 11th · 10 am – 4 pm Saturday, September 12th · 9 am – 2 pm
Coleman 11-gallon air compressor, lots of hand tools, power tools, shop vac, bench, pneumatic tools, sockets, wrenches, wheelbarrow, lawn spreader, brand-new Troy-Bilt 2440 24-inch snow blower, only used once, handicap scooter (needs batteries), fourwheel walkers, wheelchair, fishing poles, tackle boxes, lots of garage items, Toshiba microwave, lots of yard ornaments, patio table with chairs, nice yard wishing well, vintage Horner accordion, records, large collection of Temptation dishes and casseroles, large collection of cigarette lighters, collection of pipes, old Fisher-Price toys, electric fireplace, crock pots, large collection of old comic books, drone, jewelry, pictures, linens, lamps, purses, large collection of old postcards, glassware, kitchen utensils, kitchen table and chairs, books, corner curio, lots of miscellaneous items. I will be posting more items as we unpack. For full listing and pictures visit www.estatesales.net joysestatesales.com 507-373-9810 or 507-391-1821
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Minimum Advance is $7500 Minimum Advance is $7500 430 Bridge Ave, Albert Lea 507-377-1616 Toll Free 877-647-8666 www.unitedecu.com
FARM EQUIPMENT
RETIREMENT AUCTION
Live Auction • No Buyer’s Fee Saturday, Sept. 12th • 9:30 am LOCATION: 23810 340th St., Forest City, IA (From Forest City–5.5 miles east on Hwy. 9, south 1 mile on Co. Blktp R-74 or 225th St., ½ mile west on 340th St.)
OWNERS: DENNIS & PATRICIA HAGEN
Selling 6 tractors, farm equipment, car, ATV, lawnmower, shop tools, collectibles, misc.
Visit www.hawkeyeauction.com for complete sale bill & photos
BRUCE HELGESON 641-592-2754 GARY HEYDT 507-421-2001
LARGE COIN AUCTION Sunday, September 13, 2026 8 am Viewing with Live Auction to follow at 10 am Kensett Community Center 300 Willow Street, Kensett, IA
Approximately 286 lots including 63 lots of Morgan dollars (63 coins including 3 CC (78, 83, 84); 12 lots Peace dollars (14 coins); 10 lots silver bullion; 14 lots of prestige mint sets; 33 lots silver halves (95 coins) including (JFK, Franklin, Walking, Barber, seated, capped); large cents, flying eagles cents, Indian Head cents, memorials & wheaties; 37 lots of silver quarters (103 coins including Washington, barber, standing liberty, seated liberty, draped bust); 16 lots of silver dimes (79 coins including seated, merc & barber); US currency; 27 lots of nickels (including 2-1912-s V); 30+ lots of mint/proof sets (many silver); plus much, much more!
Considering Selling Your Silver or Gold? Give Us a Call!
Reeder Auction Service
Col. Dan Reeder Col. Dick Bauer 641-324-1692 641-512-3349 Email bauerrn69@gmail.com to get on mailing list
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In Memory. In Honor. Never Forgotten. Remembering the Lives Lost. Honoring the Heroes.
UNITED WE STAND
25 YEARS
Remembering the lives lost and honoring the heroes who showed extraordinary courage and sacrifice.
2001-2026
Honor. Remember. Reflect.
Funeral, Cremation, & Advance Planning Services 507-373-4330 www.bayviewfuneral.com www.bayviewfuneral.com 1415 Highway 13 N, Albert Lea, MN
9.11 PATRIOTS DAY
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UNITED UNITED WE STAND WE STAND We Remember. We We Honor. Honor. We Remember. We e er We Never or Forget. e .
Remembering the day that changed our nation and the spirit that brought us together.
As we commemorate the 25-year anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the U.S., we are reminded of how truly precious our freedom is and how important it is to defend our ideals as a nation. As Americans, we must continue to be vigilant against intolerance and hate wherever it occurs. After all, our best defense against terrorism is the solidarity and strength of our communities. By living with our eyes, ears and hearts open, we can all do our part to defend America and the freedom we cherish. On this solemn day, our deepest sympathies and prayers remain with the victims and their loved ones.
Remembering
25 Years Later, We Remember. In remembrance of September 11 th and the strength, courage and unity that followed.
Those Who Lost Their Lives And the Loved Ones They Left Behind We Remember. We Honor. We W Never Forget.
THOMPSON ELECTRIC THOMPSON
ELECTRIC (507) 373-4279 · 310 2nd Ave SW, Albert Lea
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ON THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF
We remember those we lost and honor the courage, sacrifice and selflessness of the heroes of 9/11. We pay tribute to those who gave everything and to those who continue to serve with courage and selflessness.
Freeborn County
SHOPPER
(507) 373-1310 115 West College St, Albert Lea, MN
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FEBRUARY 13 - SEPTEMBER 26!
Your Adventure Begins Here!
PICTURED: CHARLIE CLARK, SHAD HANLEY, MATTHEW HALL. PHOTO BY: RICH RYAN
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Merchandise 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
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
Fuel and Wood Mix Hardwoods FIREWOOD FOR SALE. FREE DELIVERY AUSTIN & ALBERT LEA AREA CALL (507)438-9181
Pets & Livestock Domestic Pets
Kuehl’s Coins Fairmont, MN 507-235-3886 507-399-9982
Classifieds are an affordable way to advertise your business. Classifieds are an affordable way to advertise your business.
Houses For Rent 3br Home Dane Bay Doc end garage Wildlife, recreation Pay own utilities $1200/mth + security deposit
Transportation Handyman Services Recreational Vehicles
2br Apartment On acreage Albert Lea airport area All utilities included $685/mth + security deposit Good rental and credit references required No pets, no smoking Call 507-373-4447
Want to Buy Merchandise Buying and selling silver bars, silver dollars, rare coins, gold jewelry, any gold-silver items, collector coins, currency. Same retail location for 44 years. I own 1,625 acres of land near Ormsby.
FREEBORN COUNTY AND SURROUNDING AREAS FreebornCountyShopper.com 115 West College St• Albert Lea, MN 56007 • (507) 369-2742
Farmhouse Apartment Rental 4 miles out of Hartleand Freeborn area 1 side is already rented out Electricity Included $700/month 507-383-9024
Storage
Rentals 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.
Warehouse storage space available at 408 S 1st Ave., Albert Lea, MN
•4 loading docks •Off ramp loading available •50,000 sq ft •Forklift rental available •Heated Call Jim Ladlie 507-383-1325 or email jladlie@profitproag.com
Classified deadline is Thursday at 5pm.
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
Want To Buy Transportation Buying Junk Vehicles! Paying cash. Top $$ prices. Will pick up 7 days/week. 641-590-7068
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
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.
Services 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
Tree Service Linder Tree Service Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081
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Help Wanted:
Bartender & Experienced Cook
FREEBORN COUNTY IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED INTERPRETERS! Are you bilingual? We want you! Freeborn County is compiling a list of qualified interpreters to provide interpreting services to our community. ALREADY A CERTIFIED INTERPRETER? We want to hear from you! Certified interpreters will be paid $55.00 per hour for the first hour, then billed in 15-minute increments when called upon to provide interpreting services. BILINGUAL BUT NOT YET CERTIFIED? We are also interested in hearing from you! If you are bilingual and interested in becoming a certified interpreter and being placed on our interpreter list, we encourage you to apply. SPECIAL NEED: KAREN-SPEAKING INTERPRETERS At this time, we are especially looking for individuals who speak Karen. If you are bilingual, have interpreter certification, or are interested in pursuing certification, we would love to hear from you. HELP FREEBORN COUNTY ENSURE EVERYONE IN OUR COMMUNITY HAS ACCESS TO EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION AND ESSENTIAL SERVICES. Letters of interest will be accepted through Friday, September 18th, 2026, and can be emailed to: erin.hornberger@co.freeborn.mn.us or mailed to: 411 Broadway S. Albert Lea, MN 56007, Attention Erin Hornberger.
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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: $28.87/ 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, September 18th, 2026. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Freeborn County Probation Officer Freeborn County is seeking a Probation Services Director. Freeborn County is looking to fill a full-time probation officer. Under the supervision of the department Director, the Probation Officer is responsible for supervision of adult low risk pre-trial offenders placed on supervision by the Court. Responsible for providing for the safety of the community and encouraging the rehabilitation of juvenile and adult offenders, using evidence-based practices, incorporating restorative justice practices, comprehensive investigative and analytic reports for use by the Court and for chemical health placements, supervising offenders, maintaining knowledge of all areas of offender deficits and mental health issues and anti-social thinking. Applications, job description, complete qualification listing available on the Freeborn County website at: www.co.freeborn.mn.us. Applications and resumes must be received no later than 12:00 pm, Friday, September 18th, 2026. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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