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Power 96 News for Friday March 20th, 2026.
03/20/2026
The Albert Lea City Council on Monday is slated to vote on the approval of two local companies to fill the open cannabis licenses, after increasing the number of retail cannabis registrations in the city from two to four...
Power 96 News for Thursday March 19th, 2026.
03/19/2026
Waseca County"s Sheriff is looking to keep his position with an election coming up in November. On Thursday, March 19th, Waseca County Sheriff Jay Dulas announced that he would be running for reelection.
Power 96 News for Wednesday March 18th, 2026.
03/18/2026
Riverside Arena in Austin will be buzzing with activity this weekend, as the Riverside Figure Skating Club puts on their 51st annual show. As of now there are 69 skaters ready to perform.
Power 96 News for Tuesday March 17th, 2026.
03/17/2026
The Albert Lea school board on Monday approved termination and non-renewal of teaching contracts of 19 probationary teachers, along with unrequested leaves of absence of five tenured teachers at the end of the school year...
Power 96 News for Monday March 16th, 2026.
03/16/2026
Widespread snow that has fallen over the area, is causing travel conditions to continue to be dangerous as heavy winds contribute to create reduced visibility.
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Power 96 Sports for Friday March 20th, 2026.
03/20/2026
The Austin Bruins will be in Minot this weekend for both Friday and Saturday games. The Bruins still hold first place in the Central Division with 76 total points. The Bismark Bobcats are in second with 73.
Power 96 Sports for Thursday March 19th, 2026.
03/19/2026
The Minnesota Vikings agreed to terms with quarterback Carson Wentz on a one-year deal Thursday, adding to their depth in a key year for them at the position.
Power 96 Sports for Wednesday March 18th, 2026.
03/18/2026
After losing Ryan Wright in free agency, the Minnesota Vikings have found their new punter in veteran Johnny Hekker. Hekker and the Vikings have agreed to terms on a one-year deal.
Power 96 Sports for Tuesday March 17th, 2026.
03/17/2026
The USA Baseball team will face the Venezuela national team tonight in the World Baseball Classic Finals. Venezuela punched their ticket to the finals when they beat Italy 4 to 2.
Power 96 Sports for Monday March 16th, 2026.
03/16/2026
Albert Lea"s Landon Uthke is officially a gold medal winner, as the U.S. Sled Hockey Team defeated Canada 6-2 to claim their 5th straight Paralympic gold medal on Sunday afternoon.
