Farmers in drought stricken Albert Lea welcome rain

(ABC 6 News) – Drought stricken Albert Lea got some rain Wednesday, and that was encouraging news for vendors setting up at the farmers market which is back in town. On Wednesday, many local farmers, gardeners, bakers and other vendors said they were excited about the return of the weekly market, and the rain, as many trying to grow crops this summer have struggled because of dry weather conditions.
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