
Eagle rescuers
Victor Roers of Urbank (left) watched as two volunteers from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center transferred an injured bald eagle into their vehicle on Tuesday.

Not ready to shelf their work
Florence and Wilbur Nelson need their people fix. That’s why they still show up for work every day – at 88 years old.

First time feelings
Tanya Powers knew the challenge that awaited her team in Parkers Prairie’s first-ever state volleyball tournament appearance.

Christmas Belles opens November 27 at AAAA
The Alexandria Area Arts Association (AAAA) Theatre is proud to present Christmas Belles – a hilarious spoof on the traditional, annual church Christmas pageant.
Without a home and nowhere to go
Where do people in Douglas County go when they are homeless? “I lost my job, and cannot afford the house payment. Where will my children and I live after our home is foreclosed?” “My hours have been cut and I can’t afford my rent.” “Where will I sleep tonight? Should I sleep in my car?”
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Victor Roers of Urbank (left) watched as two volunteers from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center transferred an injured bald eagle into their vehicle on Tuesday.
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The Cardinal girls’ hockey team took a lead into the second period of its season opener against the 11th ranked team in Class AA on Tuesday night.
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UFC president says the illness that hospitalized the local heavyweight champion could put his career at risk.
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There may not be any snow on the ground yet, but it’s time to start thinking about the holidays.
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