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Hospital, clinic explore merger

No formal action has been taken, but there is potential for a merger between Douglas County Hospital and Alexandria Clinic. According to Douglas County Hospital CEO Carl Vaagenes, “Our negotiations have been positive, productive and we are working from a common set of goals and values.”

By Amy Chaffins , February 03, 2012

Alexandria man robbed in his home

An Alexandria man was robbed at gunpoint early Wednesday morning in his home. Robert James Nelson, 85, reported to law enforcement that someone came into his home with a gun and robbed him around 1 a.m.

February 03, 2012

Time to talk politics

Across the state, people will gather on Tuesday, February 7 to select candidates during the 2012 caucuses. Precinct caucuses are open to the public and are organized by Minnesota’s political parties.

By Amy Chaffins , February 03, 2012

Two injured in crash on Highway 29

Two men were injured Wednesday morning in a crash on Highway 29 in Pope County.

February 03, 2012

Job seekers invited to February 8 event

Looking for a job? Attend the Greater Alexandria Area Job Resource Fair next Wednesday, February 8. The event will take place at the Alexandria Technical and Community College’s law enforcement gymnasium from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

February 03, 2012

Brandon, Evansville schools consider academic pairing changes

Brandon and Evansville school boards are considering ways to improve their academic pairing for the 2012-2013 school year. The goal, according to Superintendent Mark Westby, is to increase elective opportunities and provide increased student access to staff.

February 03, 2012

Rosewood Lane work likely shelved

A project to overlay Rosewood Lane – a $360,000 undertaking – will likely be delayed at least another year. At its most recent meeting, the Alexandria City Council received a memo in its information package from Assistant City Administrator Marty Schultz to remove the project from this year’s capital improvement plan because of budget concerns.

By Al Edenloff , February 03, 2012

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Builders association to put on fashion show

When you think of fashion, what comes to mind? The runways of New York, Paris, Milan and…Alexandria? That’s right – this spring Alexandria will be taking fashion to a whole other level. The Vikingland Builders Association (VBA) will be going “vogue” with Construction Couture – a raw materials fashion show that will take place March 15 at the Broadway Ballroom.

February 03, 2012

Four suspects in Osakis drug bust make court appearances

Four Osakis residents who were arrested and charged with drug crimes related to a drug bust last September have had several court appearances.

By Amy Chaffins , February 03, 2012

New DNR lake service provider permit, aquatic invasive species training scheduled

Training and permitting requirements for people who install and remove water-related equipment will be implemented by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) this summer.

February 03, 2012

It's Daffodil Days in Douglas County

The American Cancer Society (ACS) offers a unique way to acknowledge special people while making a difference in the fight against cancer through its Daffodil Days program. Volunteers are currently visiting area businesses and taking requests for flowers through February 10 with deliveries beginning March 12.

February 03, 2012

Out of the fire and onto the ice

Out of the fire and onto the ice By day – and well, by night too – he is a business owner and the Alexandria fire chief. Once winter arrives, he’s a dedicated member of the RFN Racing Team. Jeff Karrow of Alexandria has been racing vintage snowmobiles since 2004. He got his start racing vintage sleds on Wolf Lake. “It’s kind of a little stress reliever,” he said.

By Crystal Dey , February 03, 2012

Ice fishing challenge is back

Ice fishing challenge is back After an Ice Fishing Challenge that didn’t go as anyone expected in 2011, the Alexandria Sertoma Club and members of the Viking Sportsmen are excited to put that behind them and get back on a familiar lake on February 11 from noon to 3 p.m. The 2012 Ice Fishing Challenge will be back on Lake L’Homme Dieu near the Kruger’s Creek access after moving to Lake Agnes last winter.

By Eric Morken , February 03, 2012

Photo of the Week: Lake Carlos from above

Photo of the Week: Lake Carlos from above This is a bird's eye view of Lake Carlos.

February 03, 2012

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Committee opposes child care union dues deductions

Committee opposes child care union dues deductions Heather Falk successfully pleaded with a Minnesota House committee Tuesday to ban deducting union dues from state child care assistance funds. “Nothing should come from those low-income families,” the Cloquet in-home child care provider said.

By Don Davis , February 03, 2012

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