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Elections heat up in Douglas County
Douglas County could be in for an overhaul this fall – all five commissioners’ seats have been put on the 2012 ticket.
Before the federally mandated redistricting was implemented this spring, only two commissioners were expected to file this year – Bev Bales and Jerry Johnson.
By Crystal Dey , May 16, 2012
Vikings stadium: cheers or jeers?
Is the breakthrough to build a $975 million Viking stadium a huge victory or a costly boondoggle?
It all depends on how you feel about the Minnesota Vikings, state funding and gambling.
On Monday, Governor Mark Dayton signed the proposal. Only one hurdle remains – approval from the Minneapolis City Council, a probable, but not guaranteed action.
By Al Edenloff , May 16, 2012
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Out and About - Hospital team helps Habitat for Humanity
After attending the annual Habitat for Humanity kick-off breakfast, the 14-member team spent the day building a home for a deserving family in Douglas Count
May 16, 2012
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Parks offer free fishing 
No one should feel left out when talk turns – as it does this time of year – to plans for the big Minnesota fishing opener.
Any state resident who wants to participate in that annual rite of spring can now do so easily and for free at most Minnesota state parks and recreation areas.
May 11, 2012
Habitat for Humanity, Lowe's encourages women volunteers to build homes during National Women Build Week
Now in its fifth year, National Women Build Week challenges women to devote at least one day to creating simple, decent and affordable housing in their local communities. Nearly 31,000 women volunteers from all 50 states have participated in the previous four events.
This year’s theme, “The Build Generation,” reflects the event’s goal to recruit and train women volunteers, as well as welcome the next generation of Habitat Women Builders, young women, ages 18-24, to help support Habitat’s mission to create affordable housing.
May 11, 2012
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A first last call for the new honor guard
He was always first to the fire station when the alarm would sound. Befittingly, Chris McCabe was commended for his service to the Alexandria Fire Department with its Honor Guard’s first official tribute at his funeral.
By Crystal Dey , May 11, 2012
Mom's a nurse and so am I
There’s a special group of women working at Douglas County Hospital – they’re mothers and daughters working together and they’re all nurses.
This week is National Nurses Week and it’s also nearly Mother’s Day – a wonderful opportunity to cast the spotlight on six mother-daughter pairs who have chosen the nursing profession.
By Amy Chaffins , May 11, 2012
Senate District 8 Republicans endorse candidates
The Senate District 8 Republicans held their bi-annual Endorsing Convention on Saturday, May 5 at the Lakes Area Community Center in Battle Lake. Three candidates for office were endorsed.
State Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen was chosen to compete again for a seat in the State Senate in the newly formed Senate District 8.
May 11, 2012
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