ALEXANDRIA — Rick Sansted, superintendent of Alexandra Public Schools, sent an email message to families about the presence of ICE agents in this area. The message was sent late afternoon on Sunday, Jan. 11. He said it raised questions and emotions for me... See more
ALEXANDRIA — Michelle Bredeson has wanted to do a winter festival ever since she and her husband, Tyler, bought Carlos Creek Winery in 2022. And this year, it's finally happening. The first-ever "SNOfest Winter Festival" will be taking place at Carlos Cre... See more
ALEXANDRIA — Last month, Adison Newman was nominated by U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach, a Republican representing Minnesota's 7th Congressional District, for three different military academies. Newman, a senior at Alexandria Area High School and the son of ... See more
ALEXANDRIA — The Alexandria School Board has appointed someone to fill the seat of Elizabeth Paul, who resigned in November 2025. Kyle Momsen was unanimously voted in and appointed by school board members at their organizational meeting Monday, Jan. 5. He... See more
DOUGLAS COUNTY — A new year means it’s time for someone new to lead the Douglas County Board of Commissioners. At its annual organizational meeting Tuesday, Jan. 6, Shane Schmidt was nominated and approved as the new chairperson. He will take over the pos... See more
