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Election Notebook: GOP says it did not endorse judge candidates

Minnesota’s Republican Party chairman wants to make sure everyone understands that his party has not endorsed judicial candidates.

By Don Davis , October 23, 2012

County board candidates to speak at forum

Douglas County residents are reminded that there will be a candidate forum for all five county commissioner positions on Tuesday, October 23 at 7 p.m. at Alexandria City Hall.

October 19, 2012

70,899 absentee ballots already cast in Minnesota

Secretary of State Mark Ritchie announced today that more than 140,000 Minnesota voters have requested absentee ballots.

October 18, 2012

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A closer look at voter photo ID issues

Here are some issues related to a proposed constitutional amendment that would require Minnesota voters to produce photographic identification before casting ballots: Process: The Minnesota Constitution is amended when the Legislature passes a proposed amendment and a majority of voters in a general election approve it. The governor has no official role. The proposed amendment will be on the November 6 ballot.

By Don Davis , October 17, 2012

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Filling in blanks about voter ID

Filling in blanks about voter ID Both sides in Minnesota’s voter photo identification debate try to paint pictures about how life would look if the requirement passes November 6, but the real picture has yet to be painted.

By Don Davis , October 17, 2012

Commissioners OK agreement with SOS office for recount

Commissioners authorized a joint powers agreement with the state of Minnesota through the Office of the Secretary of State to act as an election recount site for the 2012 general election. Other items discussed at the October 9 meeting were staff changes, grants and county partnerships.

By Crystal Dey , October 16, 2012

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Pre-registration deadline to vote is Tuesday

Secretary of State Mark Ritchie reminds Minnesotans that they only have until end of business on Tuesday, October 16 to pre-register to vote for the November 6 General Election.

October 15, 2012

2012 Douglas County Voter's Guide

Are You Ready To Vote? Do you know who you’ll be voting for? Don’t panic. There’s still time to find out more about the candidates, the issues and how to vote. This handy Voter’s Guide is a good start. It’s filled with information about the candidates running for key contested positions.

October 12, 2012

Senate Districts 8 and 12 candidate forum scheduled

A Legislative Candidate Forum is set for Senate Districts 8 and 12. There will be a time for questions prepared by the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Legislative Committee along with a time for audience questions.

October 12, 2012

Rural issue talk rare in presidential campaign

As they campaign, presidential candidates Barack Obama and Mitt Romney pretty much ignore rural-specific issues. It is not that they lack a chance to talk about such issues. Some of the major swing states are heavy on agriculture, and candidates often stop there, with Iowa and Wisconsin two Midwestern cases in point.

By Don Davis , October 12, 2012

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Candidates get candid: Minnesota House hopefuls address concerns in Douglas County

Candidates vying for a spot in the Minnesota House of Representatives met for a forum at Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) Monday evening to discuss what they have to offer Douglas County.

By Crystal Dey , October 12, 2012

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Much at stake on November 6

Voters to decide key races at national, state and local level; new legislative lines add wrinkle to election

By Al Edenloff , October 12, 2012

Voters will decide two proposed amendments to state’s Constitution

Douglas County voters will have a hand in deciding two proposed Constitutional amendments on the ballot.

October 12, 2012

Here’s where to cast your ballot on Nov. 6

Election Day is Tuesday, November 6 and most polling places in Douglas County will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The only exceptions are in Lund Township, where polls will open at 9 a.m. and Solem Township, which has a 10 a.m. opening.

October 12, 2012

Freedom Chorus featuring Lee Greenwood to perform in Alexandria

Freedom Chorus featuring Lee Greenwood to perform in Alexandria The Lee Byberg campaign is bringing a “Freedom Chorus” to Alexandria featuring Lee Greenwood. The choir is wrapping up its tour with a grand finale event in Alexandria on October 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Lake Geneva Christian Center. Admission is free.

October 12, 2012

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