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    August 24, 2016
    Two people bounce around and into each other in the Xtreme Ball area at the fair. The ball-shaped body suits were new at this year's fair and were very popular. (Photos by Lowell Anderson, Echo Press)
    Douglas County Fair deemed a success
    Though the weather wasn't perfect, attendance at the Douglas County Fair seemed to increase, according to Fair Board member Kathy Franson....
    NewsAugust 24, 2016 - 12:00am
    August 19, 2016
    Obedience winners are (back row, left to right) Ben Kakac, Samantha Kakac, Amy Corneliusen, (front) Arianna Maras, Kelsey Krohnfeldt and Analise Schroeder. (Contributed photos)
    Going to the dogs
    Douglas County 4-H'ers put their best dogs forward at the Douglas County 4-H Dog Show on Friday, Aug 5 at the 4-H Building at the fairgrounds....
    Life/eventsAugust 19, 2016 - 12:00am
    A princess and her cows
    Not many princesses can be found bathing cows in the scorching sunshine, but on Wednesday, Aug. 17, that's exactly what Douglas County Dairy Princess Kiersten Sabolik spent the afternoon doing. Sabolik, who is from Kensington, is one of 12 finalists competing for the title of Princess...
    NewsAugust 19, 2016 - 12:00am
    August 16, 2016
    Cody Drewes (right) talks about his Lego spaceship entry with 4H judge Dyan Tigges Monday evening at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Tuesday is Open Class entry day, with the fair beginning on Thursday.
    Douglas County Fair begins Thursday
    Cody Drewes (right) talks about his Lego spaceship entry with 4H judge Dyan Tigges Monday evening at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. Tuesday...
    NewsAugust 16, 2016 - 8:37am
    August 12, 2016
    Free nitrate water testing offered
    The Douglas County Soil and Water District (SWCD) in cooperation with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will offer a free nitrate water testing clinic at the Douglas County Fairgrounds during the fair on Thursday, Aug. 18 and Friday, Aug. 19 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. in...
    NewsAugust 12, 2016 - 12:00am
    August 5, 2016
    Wanted: Your ideas for the fairgrounds
    Imagine a Douglas County Fairgrounds with these features: An enclosed fieldhouse for athletic training and year-round events. A new parkway network with on-street parking, shade trees and trails. An event center to host car shows and indoor equestrian events. A private development...
    NewsAugust 5, 2016 - 12:00am
    January 8, 2016
    Committed to a balanced budget
    The Douglas County Agricultural Association (DCAA) is regrouping and taking action now for future financial viability. "That's really what we're here today to discuss. What can we do to make this fair better?" said Earl Anderson, DCAA president. Anderson and two other representatives...
    NewsJanuary 8, 2016 - 12:00am
    August 23, 2015
    It's easy to tell it's a cold day at the fair when a belly dancing troupe performed with sweaters. The crowd still enjoyed the performance and some were prompted to join in the dancing and playing the zils or finger cymbals. (Al Edenloff | Echo Press)
    A chilly Sunday at the fair
    The Douglas County Fair ended its four-day run with chilly, blustry weather Sunday. The sun peeked out a few times throughout the day but...
    NewsAugust 23, 2015 - 8:51pm
    September 3, 2014
    Agility winners were Madison Strand, Madison Floden, Brooke Strand and Jamie Lanoue.
    Douglas County 4-H Dog Show results announced
    The Douglas County 4-H Dog Show was held on Friday, August 1 at the 4-H Building at the fairgrounds in Alexandria. Youth and their dogs participated...
    LifeSeptember 3, 2014 - 12:00am
    August 17, 2014
    Douglas County 4H students capped off another fair with a lot of fun and games (and water-bucket dousings) during a 4H Olympics at the T.A. Dad Erickson building Sunday afternoon. A tug of war ended the friendly competition. (Al Edenloff/Echo Press)
    Douglas County Fair wraps up four-day run
    The Douglas County Fair wrapped up its four-day run under cloudy skies and cooler temperatures Sunday. Big crowds turned out for the fair's...
    NewsAugust 17, 2014 - 7:43pm
    August 14, 2014
    Paige Gabrielson of Alexandria (right) talked to 4H judge Stephanie Rutten-Ramos about the apples she entered at the Douglas County Fair on Wednesday. (Lowell Anderson/Echo Press)
    Douglas County Fair begins four days of fun
    It's Douglas County Fair time! Between the rides, games, animals, demolition derby, rodeo, exhibits and food, the fair is a summer event...
    NewsAugust 14, 2014 - 10:59am
    August 25, 2013
    State Fair booth showcases transportation
    The Minnesota Department of Transportation will again have an exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair, Aug. 22-Sept. 2. Located in the Education Building at 1372 Cosgrove Street, MnDOT's booth this year will show the numerous connections between transportation and Minnesotans' daily...
    NewsAugust 25, 2013 - 7:51am
    August 24, 2013
    Get free red pine seedling at Minnesota State Fair
    Minnesota Forest Industries (MFI), has been a Minnesota State Fair favorite for 22 years by giving away free seedlings at its booth in the Education Building. And this year, MFI is showing students and teachers how to learn more about trees. Visitors to MFI's booth this year will...
    NewsAugust 24, 2013 - 3:24pm
    Preventing tick- and mosquito-borne diseases is focus of State Fair booth
    Minnesotans' least favorite outdoor companions - ticks and mosquitoes - will be the featured "guests" at this year's Minnesota Department of Health exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair.
    NewsAugust 24, 2013 - 10:21am
    August 23, 2013
    Tina and Lena will be guests on Joe Soucheray's radio program, Garage Logic, which will air from the State Fair this Saturday. Contributed
    Tina and Lena to bring smiles at State Fair
    The popular comedy duo, Tina and Lena, has been invited to co-anchor the 20th anniversary celebration of Garage Logic, a KSTP radio program hosted...
    Business/stateAugust 23, 2013 - 12:00am
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