Tuesday, February 4th Burger Baskets
Wednesday, February 5th Bingo 6 pm
Thursday, February 6th
Auxiliary Meat Raffle 5 pm
Wings/ Fish Nuggets Line Dancing 6:30 pm
Friday, February 7th BBQ
Wednesday, March 19th
Sidekick Theatre, Bloomington ON THE ROAD AGAIN returns to the Sidekick stage with another memorable concert filled with your favorite country music from decades past. Get ready for some fantastic fiddling and even more lush harmonies! Featuring the music of Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings, this is one Sidekick concert you won’t want to miss!
includes motor coach transportation, pre-performance lunch and concert performance.
Departure: Albert Lea Walmart 9:00 am
MUSIC TOUR
some surprises added in! You’ll experience 7 shows and attractions including the new “Red Neck Comedy Bus Tour”, 2 Music Fest shows that include 9 to 11 of Branson’s BEST entertainers, Silver Dollar City and the always spectacular Sight and Sound Theatre where you’ll see “The Story of David”. You’ll stay at the LaQuinta Inn and get a daily breakfast, 3 lunches and 4 dinners.
Sgl - $1499, Dbl - $1149, Tpl - $1059, Quad -$1009
Email:albertleaeagles@eagles2258.com
DON HAUGE BENEFIT
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH
12:00 - 4:00 PM MOOSE LODGE 1623 W MAIN
Anyone interested in making a donation for the silent auction, bake sale, or cash donation should contact:
Whitney(Michele)Reim: 507.402.3284
Lynda(Dennis)Everhard: 605.496.3866
Tera(Al)Harris: 507.402.0990
Brad(Angie)Hallum: 507.951.9951
On October 27th, Don suffered a saddle pulmonary embolism and has been hospitalized since the event Hamburger Baskets ($10) Gun Raffles · 50/50 Raffle Silent Auction · Bake Sale saddle hospitalized
Deadline for ALL Display Ads is 5 pm the ursday prior to the following Tuesday’s publication of the Freeborn County Shopper.
Extension Services Advisory Board Appointment
The Freeborn County Board of Commissioners will accept letters of interest from individuals who would like to be appointed to the Extension Services Advisory Board. There will be two (2) appointments with all being for a term of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2025. If you are interested in serving on the Extension Services Advisory Board you should send a letter of interest outlining your qualifications to the Freeborn County Board of Commissioners, Attn: Extension Committee, PO Box 1147, Albert Lea, MN 56007. The appointment will be made at the Freeborn County Board of Commissioners meeting on February 18, 2025 in the County Boardroom, second floor Historic 1887 Courthouse, Freeborn County Government Center.
interest from individuals who would like to
If you have any questions or concerns contact Wendy Weiss, (507) 377-5660. Letters of interest must be received in the office of the County Administrator no later than 12:00 p.m. February 13, 2025.
ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: What It Is and What Can Be Done
Professor Joseph Gaugler, Ph.D., a leading Alzheimer’s expert from the University of Minnesota, delivered two insightful presentations in Albert Lea on January 30th, focusing on recognizing, preparing for, and managing Alzheimer’s disease.
presentation is available on the Albert Lea Healthcare Coalition’s Facebook page.
For those unable to attend, a live recording of Professor Gaugler’s
As part of his statewide tour, Professor Gaugler aims to connect with families and professionals to share valuable information, personal stories, and reassurance that no one is alone on the dementia journey.
This event was made possible through a partnership between Senior Resources of Freeborn County and the Albert LeaFreeborn County Chamber of Commerce, which leads the Age-Friendly Freeborn County and Dementia-Friendly Freeborn County initiatives. A special thank you to the Albert Lea Fire Department for its support.
RESOURCES
Garage Sales
HUGE RUMMAGE SALE
GARAGE SALE
RETIREMENT SALE
519 PROSPECT AVE
(M &S OUTDOOR
EQUIPMENT INSIDE
HEATED SHOP)
ALBERT LEA,
Thursday, Feb. 6th Noon-5
Friday, Feb. 7th 8-5
Saturday, Feb. 8th 8-2
end tables, books, footstool, phones, heaters, toaster, vases, angels, jewelry, crafting/ sewing supplies, coolers, microwave, purses, fabric, halloween decor, tools, displays, albums, medical supplies, brand new items, medical icemakers, Janome Coverstitch machine, and much more misc.
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.
NEED CASH
gi e ree appraisals o your coins and older. a also looking o uy older coins such as sil er dollars hal es uar ers di es and ndianhead cen s.
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Machinery & Tools
POWER WASHERS in Stock 507-448-3302
TRADING POST Gordonsville
Machinery & Tools
STIHL Products in Stock We’re your Stihl Dealer. 507-448-3302 TRADING POST Gordonsville
Want to Buy Merchandise
Wanted to Buy: Used Elliptical Exerciser
507-433-4804
Condos & Townhomes
For Sale By Owner Beautiful Lake view. 2BR/2BA Condo, plus den/ office
Newer kitchen appliances
Newer furnace/ac Hot water heater and water softener
New vinyl siding
$192,000 507-377-2757
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.
Storage
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
Comm. Vehicles & Trailers
Pace enclosed railer wi h spare wheel and ire and a securi y wheel lock. cellen condi io. sed or su er ar es i als ewer iles spen on road all 7
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
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
Junk Removal
Junk Removal - Old appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as any kind of Junk from Anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Free Estimates. Senior Discounts. BEST PRICES Call anytime: 507-219-0727
Tree Service
Linder Tree Service Tree Trimming, cutting, and removal! Boom truck and insured. Call or Text Josh Linder 507-995-7081
Raise your hand if you want your business to make LESS money next year.
We didn’t think you would. Do you need to successfully market on a tight budget? Freeborn classifieds has customizable programs available to fit any budget.
DON’T WAIT! Call
BUS DRIVERS NEEDED
FULL-TIME
Emergency Management Director
The Emergency Management Director is responsible to develop, maintain and administer programs to ensure emergency preparedness and safety in Freeborn County. Functions as Incident Commander during an emergency, both in the command center and in the field as necessary. Annual Salary: $67,517 - $89,981
Alden-Conger Public School
has an opening for a Full-Time Substitute Custodian beginning as soon as possible through at least May 30, 2025. Hours would be 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm for the first 6 - 8 weeks and may change after that. Position is open until filled. If interested, please send a letter of application, resume and three letters of recommendation to:
Alden-Conger Public School
SUBSTITUTE CUSTODIAN 56009
Superintendent Allen Berg P.O. Box 99 Alden, MN 56009 Or Email: aberg@ac242.us
Public HealthFamily Home Visitor
The Family Home Visitor performs paraprofessional services to client families with children from prenatal to preschool and/or kindergarten entrance identified through screening and assessment to have some parenting risk factors. Works with families to promote positive functional and healthy family relationships and assist families in becoming self-sufficient.
This position has a part in implementing the required Local Public Health Activities that are organized according to the following areas: assure an adequate public health infrastructure; promote healthy communities and healthy behavior; prevent the spread of infectious disease; protect against environmental health hazards; prepare for and respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery; and assure the quality and accessibility of health services.
services to client families with according to the following areas: assure an adequate infectious disease; protect against environmental health accessibility of health services.
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 p.m., Friday, February 7th, 2025.
Applications, job description, complete qualification listing available on the Freeborn County website at: 12:00 p.m., Friday, February 7th, 2025.
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, February 7 th , 2025.
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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SUDOKU
Like puzzles? Then you’ll love sudoku. This mind-bending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!
Here’s How It Works:
Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!
VALENTINE’S DAY
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