Freeport mill destroyed by fire

The Swany White flour mill in Freeport was brought to the ground by flames that raged on for about two hours Tuesday night. See updates and the full story at our website www.albanyenterprise.com and in The Enterprise Jan. 4.

The Swany White Flour Mills building in Freeport caught fire late Tuesday afternoon at approximately 4:30 p.m. Shortly after firefighters arrives the blaze grew and eventually flames erupted from the windows and roof of the building. At approximately 6 p.m. the building caved in as firefighters from Freeport, Melrose, St. Martin, Albany, Avon and Sauk Centre all assisted at the scene. No injuries were reported. Check back for more as this story develops.

Top 11 of 2011

Next week we will feature the Top 11 stories of 2011!

The year brought in many changes for The Enterprise and we want to hear your feedback!

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Tis the season

Christmas spirit is filling the Albany/Avon area today. Mike and myself attended three pageants at Albany Elementary and Holy Family School and it was great seeing all the kids dressed up and singing their favorite Christmas song. Here's a preview for all of you! Look in Dec. 21's Enterprise for two full pages of photos from these pageants!

Holy Family third graders sing "There is a Tree" at the pageant Christmas Joy on Thursday, Dec. 15.

Santa Days held in Albany on Dec. 9

LuAnn Jopp of Albany Home Bakery serves goodies at Santa Day.

Building tore down in Albany

Video taken on Monday, Dec. 12, 2011 in downtown Albany...

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