Melissa Hall

I am native to Southern Minnesota, graduated from Albert Lea Senior High. After a brief stint living in Central Iowa, I made my way back to MN, and I don't plan on leaving any time soon. I have 2 children, my oldest graduated from Owatonna High School, and the youngest is in the Middle School here. I am a coach with Special Olympics and a member of the management team, a cause near and dear to my heart. I love reading, John Grisham anyone? Also, I enjoy medical dramas on TV, and I love watching the Law & Order Franchise shows....dun dun. If I'm not out and about somewhere, I love hosting get-togethers for my family and friends.

Owatonnans Went ‘Cruising Main’ Friday Night

According to my social media feed last night, before the Stay at Home Executive Order from Gov. Walz was set to go into effect, people were cruising main. And, were they ever!

Minnesota Special Olympics Suspends Activities Due to Coronavirus Concerns

Minnesota Special Olympics will be keeping a close eye on the coronavirus situation and will update their website and Social Media pages as necessary about any upcoming events.

Are You Willing to #LockTheClock? If So, You Aren’t Alone

In a nutshell here, we move the clocks, then lock them, and stop with the Springing Ahead/Falling Behind

Owatonna School District Gives Coronavirus Update and Information

Superintendent Jeffrey Elstad sent out an email to parents and guardians of students in the school district, sharing the latest that they have, and included a link to the MN Dept of Health that has detailed information about the virus.

Albert Lea Responds to Story About Being in Top 10 Worst Places to Live in Minnesota

While the original story paints Albert Lea in a less than flattering light, they are aware that they have some things to work on, Mr. Gabrielatos is taking these numbers seriously, and is willing to put in the work to make Albert Lea better every year.

KFC Is Releasing a Donut and Chicken Sandwich Nationwide

I'm not quite sure how to take this. I mean, I like donuts, I like chicken, but, the two together??

Albert Lea Named One of Top 10 Worst Places to Live In Minnesota

Unfortunately, according to the gang at homesnacks, Albert Lea has joined the ranks with the likes of St. Paul and Minneapolis, as one of the top 10 worst places to live in Minnesota.

PETA Calls for Punxatawney Phil’s Retirement

Now, PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) is calling for Punxatawney Phil's retirement.

The Outlet Challenge – Do Not Try This At Home Ever

The challenge involves partially inserting a cell phone charger into an outlet and then sliding a penny down the wall onto the plug’s exposed prongs, which can lead to sparks.

Another Day and Another New Scam

But, you aren't even expecting a delivery. If you get an email or a text like that, do NOT click the link, it's just another scam. People doing anything they can to separate you from your hard-earned money.