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ALPD responds to threats of violence

February 13, 2026

On Feb. 12, 2026, at approximately 12:45 p.m., the Albert Lea Police Department received a report of threats made toward the emergency department at Mayo Clinic Health System-Albert Lea. Hospital employees reported that a male caller made statements threatening violence if his family member was transferred to a different facility....

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Arena projects nearing completion

February 13, 2026

The upgrades to the City Arena are nearing their final stages with contractors planning to complete the new refrigeration system for both the Nystrom and Colstrup rinks in early March. Approved by voters in a 2024 referendum, the refrigeration system is the largest part of the project. It will serve...

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Council appoints former officer to open seat

February 13, 2026

At its Feb. 9 meeting, the Albert Lea City Council appointed Ted Herman to serve as the Ward 3 city councilor for the remainder of 2026. In his application, he noted his skills in collaboration, problem-solving and decision-making. Also, as a retiree, Herman said he offers flexibility in taking on...

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Council moves to raise limit on cannabis businesses

February 13, 2026

The Albert Lea City Council voted Feb. 9 to introduce changes to local cannabis ordinances, including raising the local limit from two to four registrations within City of Albert Lea limits. The city has registered two cannabis businesses so far, neither of which has opened yet due to issues with...

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Salary Statement: Minnesota state law (Chapter 156 of the Session Laws of 2005) requires that “a city or county with a population of more than 15,000 must annually notify its residents of the positions and base salaries of its three highest-paid employees.” For the City of Albert Lea, titles and salaries as of Jan. 1, 2026, are: City Manager, $179,004.80; Chief of Police, $157,643.20; and Director of Public Works/City Engineer $157,643.20. Date of publication: January 12, 2026