Dear Friends,
Colter and I had a wonderful time last weekend at the Big Island Rendezvous in Albert Lea. Lots of fun reenactments, good food, and fun conversations with many folks who were there. If you've never been, I hope you'll mark your calendar for next year! It's a great historical event that's fun for all ages.
Congrats to Sibley Students
Students at Sibley Elementary School helped raise more than $23,000 at their annual Stroll for a Goal event. The funds raised are administered by the Sibley parent group and help fund field trips, classroom subscriptions, school supplies, special playground equipment, and more. Congratulations to all of the students, parents, and staff at Sibley for their hard work to reach their fundraising goal! Read more about the event in the Albert Lea Tribune by clicking here.
Sibley is where I spent much of my teaching career, and they have just a tremendous group of people working to motivate these kids and keep them involved in fun events for a good cause like this one.
Albert Lea receives national recognition
Realtor.com named Albert Lea as one of their Top 10 affordable small towns where people would want to live. They cited housing prices, low unemployment, and job opportunities. It's great to see our community get this recognition. Read more about the rankings in the Albert Lea Tribune by clicking here.
Albert Lea Fire Department Open House
The Albert Lea Fire Department is holding their annual open house event at the Fire Station (221 East Clark Street) this Saturday from 1:00-3:00PM. There will be a flag raising ceremony, vehicle demonstrations, and more. I hope to see you there! Click here to see more details and information.
As always, please contact me any time with your comments, questions, or concerns. Reach my office by phone at 651-296-8216 or email me at rep.peggy.bennett@house.mn. You can also follow my updates on Twitter at www.twitter.com/PeggyABennett or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/reppeggybennett.
Have a great weekend!
Peggy Bennett
State Representative, District 27A