An Albert Lea man charged with drug possession during a routine traffic stop in 2019 pleaded guilty in Minnesota federal court. Richard Allen was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in federal prison, for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Allen had been under surveillance because law enforcement said it suspected he was bringing meth from … Read more
(ABC 6 News) – As COVID cases contiue to climb the City of Albert Lea announed new restrictions and closures Tuesday, in an effort to prevent community spread of the deadly disease. A press release from the city states that If the rate of cases do not return to previous levels these closures or changes … Read more
The next Ruby’s Pantry in Austin is coming up this Thursday, the 19th, at the Mower County Fairgrounds. The media coordinator for Ruby’s Pantry in Austin stated in a news release that it will be a drive-by distribution process starting at 5:00 p.m. Thursday. Guests enter the fairgrounds off of 4th Ave SW. Participants are … Read more
Austin, MN (KROC-AM News) – Authorities have released the name of a man who was found dead in the Grand Meadow area last week. A news release issued by the Mower County Sheriff’s Office says 67-year-old David Sutter was from Waterloo Iowa. His body was discovered the afternoon of November 10 in a ditch along … Read more
As coronavirus cases contiue to climb a vaccine could debut sooner than later. Biotechnology firm Moderna announced Monday that its COVID-19 vaccine is highly effective. In a study of 30,000 participants, scientists found the Moderna vaccine to be 94.5% effective. -0-
Walmart has decided to start limiting the number of customers allowed in its stores as COVID-19 cases skyrocket around the country. A CNN report says the retail giant will once again be limiting capacity to 20%, according to a Walmart Spokesperson. -0-
MN (KROC-AM News) – COVID-19 hospitalizations in Minnesota rose to new record highs over the weekend. The latest numbers from the Minnesota Department of Health indicate that over 1500 people were hospitalized due to COVID-19 as of Sunday. 324 of those patients were being treated in intensive care units. Both figures are the highest reported … Read more
A study on Albert Lea’s water and sewer funds is recommending rate hikes in 2021. Officials said with multiple improvement projects planned in the near future these funds will be needed to cover the costs, and even higher increases are possible. The city has almost $87.8 million in projects planned over the next 10 years … Read more
Austin residents could see an added fee on their utility bills. The Austin City Council will vote on an ordinance for a fire hydrant maintenance fee during its next regular meeting. Under the proposed ordinance, all properties will have a $1 fire hydrant fee added to their monthly utility bills to help pay for the … Read more
St. Paul, MN (KROC-AM News) – A top Republican Minnesota legislative leader announced over the weekend that he has tested positive for COVID-19. Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka issued a statement indicating he received confirmation of his positive COVID test today. He also stated that he had been in quarantine since he experienced symptoms last … Read more