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DNR to enforce invasive species law in Alexandria
Natural resources officials plan to enforce the state's invasive species laws in central Minnesota this weekend after zebra mussels were discovered near Alexandria last month.
St. Cloud Hospital's care is among the best, according to annual report
When Nick Heltemas needed medical help, he turned to St. Cloud Hospital. The spry 72-year-old from St.
From the depths of Lake Carlos...
For Jeff Bosek of Alexandria, there's nothing more fun than finding a fishing pole in the depths of one of Douglas County's few hundred lakes, and then wondering how long the angler looked for it once he lost his grip and it went overboard.
Marijuana investigation leads to three arrests
Three people were arrested Tuesday night after a month-long marijuana investigation in Alexandria.
Goodbye, garbage: New deal for trash
A portion of the garbage produced in the St. Cloud area will start heading to an Alexandria burning facility in August.
Rollover near Brandon knocks out power
A one-vehicle rollover caused minor injuries and a brief power outage near Brandon Monday afternoon.
Douglas County discusses costs of assessing property
A motion made by Douglas County Commissioner Jerry Johnson during Tuesdaya s regular meeting led to a debate about the costs involved to assess land parcels within the county.
City takes lead on law enforcement center project
The city of Alexandria is now taking the lead on the project to build a joint law enforcement center inside a new county jail.
County board approves sale of jail bonds
The Stevens County Board of Commissioners voted to sell bonds that could be used to finance jail-related expenses in the countya s $15 million building and renovation project.
Douglas County calls to end domestic violence
Another step was taken to end domestic violence in Douglas County. At last Tuesdaya s Douglas County Board meeting, Chuck Nettestad, along with several other members of the United Communities Advocating Non-Violence committee, presented the county commissioners with a resolution calling for a comprehensive strategy to prevent domestic violence.
A mother's plea: 'It's so simple - just click it'
Between 2006 and 2008 in Douglas County, 21 motorists were killed. Of those 21, five were not wearing their seat belts.
Click It or Ticket: Seat belts can save lives
Between 2006 and 2008 in Douglas County, 21 motorists were killed. Of those 21, five were not wearing their seat belts.
Law enforcement project progresses
At Tuesdaya s regular board meeting, Douglas County commissioners were kept busy.
Barsness sentenced for fabricating grants
The case against a 39-year-old former WesMin Resource Conservation and Development employee came to a close in Douglas County District Court Tuesday.
Dayton to speak to DFLers in Alexandria
Former Minnesota Senator Mark Dayton, candidate for governor, will be the guest speaker at the upcoming meeting of the Douglas County Democratic Farmer Labor Party .
Mining's economic impact could triple by 2013
Comment on This Story / Send This Article to a Friend Special Focus Mining's economic impact could triple by 2013 UMD study pegs mining share of the regional economy at 34 percent, concludes it is growing.
12-year-old girl injured in rollover - updated at
Erica Reanee Just, a passenger in a vehicle driven by Samantha Madison, 17, of Alexandria, was transported by North Ambulance to Douglas County Hospital and then airlifted to St.
Medical marijuana bill advances
" Senators voted Monday to allow seriously ill patients to use medical marijuana to ease their pain.
When should officers give up a chase?
All drivers know that when the lights and sirens of a squad car are turned on, it means they need to pull over.
Erin Doyle, a 4th grader at St. Marya s School in Alexandria, found herself in a bubble Wednesday while learning about water chemistry during the 16th annual Kidsa Groundwater Festival at the Runestone Community Center.