A boost for the troops

Workers at Massman Automation Designs in Villard packed 60 boxes filled with 2,256 pounds of food and supplies for soldiers overseas last week.

• Boxing food
• Loading up boxes
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New law: Boosters or belts for kids

When parents bring their children to an amusement park, the rides the children can go on are most often chosen based on the height of each child. For instance, many rides require children to be at least 48 inches tall. A new Minnesota law that went into effect Wednesday, July 1, has similar regulations. The new law, however, applies to children riding in a motor vehicle.

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Police crack down on speeders

Thinking about zipping through Alexandria a little faster to get to the lake over the Fourth of July holiday? Don’t press your luck.

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Alexandria to turn purple next week

Alexandria will be turning purple next week. Not out of anger but to raise awareness about the fight against cancer. Douglas County Relay for Life organizers are calling on residents and businesses to support the “Paint the Town Purple” effort on July 6-10.

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Goal: Start or expand 12 businesses

The entire Alexandria region is very fortunate to have a well-balanced economy. From the medical centers in Alexandria, Osakis, and Glenwood, to the manufacturing companies in Carlos and Brandon, to the retail, tourism, and service businesses that are spread throughout the region, we are home to a wide variety of businesses.

• Steward Series
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A people person

Andy Struthers is a people person. He likes being around them, talking and being social. And he especially likes helping people – which isn’t easy when you’re in a wheelchair.

• Struthers
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Runestone Museum: Preserving history and providing cultural opportunities

Since its founding in 1958, the Runestone Museum has been dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of Douglas County and its communities and the people who make this area their home.

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Celebrate Independence Day

Summer is finally here and with it comes the annual Fourth of July celebration.

• Boat parade
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TLHD announces second play of season: 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change'

Theatre L’Homme Dieu (TLHD) is proud to present its second production of the 2009 season – “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.”

• Theatre L'Homme Dieu
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Great action at Viking Speedway

All five divisions battled hard as Berends, Saurer, Eischens, Sabraski and Johnson earned feature wins

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• Don Eischens

Beetles win streak snapped

Alexandria moved its win streak to 7-0 before Mankato stopped its run

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• Matt Fyffe

Legion hosts Fourth of July tournament

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