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A love of libraries

A love of libraries

Joan Larson is not always an open book. Some people call her Pollyanna – she says she is optimistic. Some may think she is intellectual – she says she’s practical and pragmatic.

Caucus-goers give early nod to Seifert, Rybak

Caucus-goers give early nod to Seifert, Rybak

Douglas County caucuses Tuesday night followed statewide trends in the race for governor – for the most part.

Brandon Auditorium gets $100,000 boost

Brandon Auditorium gets $100,000 boost

The effort to renovate and restore the Brandon Auditorim has received a $100,000 matching grant from the Minnesota Historical Society and the Minnesota Legislature.

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A son, a brother, an officer mourned

A son, a brother, an officer mourned

More than 100 law enforcement vehicles from throughout the state, along with fire departments and emergency responders, were part of the funeral procession for Alexandria police officer Patrick Callaghan Wednesday afternoon.

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Caucus-goers give early nod to Seifert, Rybak

Caucus-goers give early nod to Seifert, Rybak

Douglas County caucuses Tuesday night followed statewide trends in the race for governor – for the most part.

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Trophy's shuts its doors

Trophy's shuts its doors

Another area restaurant is no longer open.

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No fun for legislators: Deficit of $1.2 billion looms as session starts

Minnesota legislators returned to the state Capitol yesterday for a session that promises to be little fun.

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A love of libraries

A love of libraries

Joan Larson is not always an open book. Some people call her Pollyanna – she says she is optimistic. Some may think she is intellectual – she says she’s practical and pragmatic.

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EAC: Ordinary people appreciating art

EAC: Ordinary people appreciating art

The Evansville Art Center (EAC), 111 Main Street, is operated by the Evansville Arts Coalition, a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) community arts organization.

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Battle of the Cards is tonight

Battle of the Cards is tonight

The Alexandria girls jumped on Sauk Rapids-Rice Tuesday night for an 82-45 win in preparation for tonight's battle with CLC co-leader Willlmar

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State-ranked Cards take Tech Tigers 4-1

The No. 12 Redbird skaters put a pair of goals on the board in the opening period

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Fourth annual Leaf Valley Speed Rally tomorrow

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Chili cook-off scheduled in Brandon

Chili cook-off scheduled in Brandon

Here’s your chance to sample a variety of tasty chili recipes, listen to some toe-tapping music, socialize and enjoy some family fun – all while supporting a good cause.

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Celebrate love and laughter this Valentine's Day

Celebrate love and laughter this Valentine's Day

The Holiday Inn in Alexandria is hosting a Valentine’s Day standup comedy show featuring Holly Henson.

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