Alexandria News

Temperatures are rising today, and it’s not just the weather. In the beautiful picturesque window fronts of downtown Alexandria, the window displays are an attractive treat for the eyes. Christmas garland, twinkling lights, enticing presents just waiting to be a gift under a tree. Mannequins stand as attractive sentinels of each store as well. Apparently, they have feelings and their …

49-year-old Judd Hoff was arrested on Tuesday afternoon behind the Douglas County Sheriff’s Department on Fillmore after an altercation with another man. You can see the arrest here. You may recognize the car he drives, it’s a small white car with the words “Defund APD” on the bumper and an upside down flag attached to the top. Sometimes the car …

Curious to know what the upcoming months will look like for the Alexandria Public Schools? Learn more at the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce’s virtual Listen & Learn event on Wednesday, August 19 from 12 -1 pm. Alexandria Public Schools Superintendent Rick Sansted will update the community on the district’s plans for the 2020-2021 school year and how it …

On Tuesday around 10:00 pm, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash between a bicycle and a car on Co Rd 9 NE just south of Carlos, MN. Authorities say three bicyclists were southbound on Co Rd 9 when a Lincoln Navigator, also southbound, collided with two of the bicyclists. One cyclist was pronounced dead on scene and …

Legacy of the Lakes is hosting a Boat Parade on Saturday, July 11th! Due to COVID-19, they have changed their plans to a parade instead of the regular Boat Show. “While we are sad we wont be hosting the show this year, we are excited for this new opportunity! Its free to join the parade and all boat types are …

Pride of the Lakes is trying to get people supporting local businesses in a new, fun way! They are launching Pride of the Lakes BINGO. There are three cards you can pay, each card has 22 local businesses.

The world may seem in chaos these days, but one thing never changes: Rumor has it that Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani may get married soon. “[They are] keen to make it happen as soon as possible,” a source tells Us Weekly. While the insider adds that the 50-year-old Stefani and 44-year-old Shelton are planning to go “all out” with a wedding …

What’s better than country music and fireworks?! KIK-FM is excited to be the soundtrack of Star Storm this weekend! Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria is doing the annual firework show Star Storm (weather permitting) on Saturday July 4th and will start around 10:00 p.m. on the shores of Lake Darling. This year will be different due to Covid-19 and to allow …

The American Academy of Pediatrics strongly recommends students be physically present for the coming school year, according to NPR. The AAP says there is “mounting evidence” that it’s uncommon for kids to transmit the coronavirus; they are also less likely to get the virus. Meanwhile, thy say that remote homeschooling could actually mean heightened severe learning loss and social isolation, …

Winsted, MN – The Winstock Country Music Festival is excited to announce that all 2020 artists scheduled will be returning in 2021 including the 2019 CMA Male Vocalist of the Year winner Luke Combs and GRAMMY award-winning Hootie & the Blowfish lead singer Darius Rucker. BIG TICKET DEAL: Winstock is offering fans and customers special pricing with no fees through …