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NATIONAL POLICE WEEK • MAY 10-16, 2026

This National Police Week, we proudly recognize the officers who stand watch over our communities with courage and integrity. Your dedication, long hours, and commitment to protecting our families and neighborhoods do not go unnoticed. We appreciate your service today and every day.

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 well as general 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 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. nd

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.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Garage Sales

GARAGE SALE

604 31ST ST NW AUSTIN, SATURDAY MAY 16TH 7AM-4PM MISC ITEMS, HOME AND GARDEN DECOR, WEDDING DECOR, FORMAL DRESSES, KIDS-ADULT CLOTHNG, FURNITURE, BOOKS, TOYS, AND A BIKE.

4TH ANNUAL MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE!

22445 STATE HWY 56 AUSTIN, MAY 15TH 8AM-5PM MAY 16TH 8AM-NOON CLOTHES ALL SIZES, MISC HOUSEHOLD AND DECOR, SOME FURNITURE, TOOLS, PURSES, AND SHOES.

Large Moving Sale

1920 3rd Ave SE

Friday/Saturday, May 15th/16th

8:30AM-5PM

Depression & vintage glassware, quilts, kitchen items, numerous collectible items, Christmas decorations, storage cabinets, tools of all kinds, pub table & chair, and much more!

GARAGE SALE 1915 5TH AVE SE AUSTIN, FRIDAY, MAY 15TH AND SATURDAY, MAY 16TH

8AM-5PM 8AM-5PM

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

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.

Automobiles

For Sale: Red 1999 Honda

CN250 Helix Scooter

19,800 miles

Showroom-perfect condition No scratches or dents

Asking $2,800 Call Gene: 507-589-5536 ,

1940 Chevy 2-door Sedan

216 Engine, needs overhaul

$9,500 OBO

507-434-9435

Automobiles

2017 Black Kia Sorrento EX 19MPG, AWD, Top Safety Pick, clean title. Panoramic roof, adaptive cruise, Carplay, heated seats, remote-start, 3rd row. Hitch 4 pin. New battery, good tread. Garaged. Easy entry. 507-481-8295

Boats & Watercraft

FOR SALE

FISHING BOAT

1999 Smoker Craft

40HP Evinrude Looks new Custom tarp Bow-mount trolling motor Spartan galvanized trailer Kicker Motors

-7.5/-9.5 choice or both

Call 507-440-2493 for pricing and details

Motorcycles & ATV’s

2019 Harley Davidson FXDR 10,200 miles - new rear tirenew battery - factory passenger seat - 114 cubic inch M8 engine asking $11,500 507.440.8353

Parts & Accessories

1977 ENCLOSED CARGO TRAILER USED AS GAME TRAILER 24FT, NEW TIRES, LIGHTS AND WIRING, WELL KEPT. $2,800 OBO. CALL BUTCH JENSEN 507-391-0418 OR STEVE 218-839-2838.

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