Few might suspect that Alexandria serves as a wellspring for innovation in the agrigenomics, pharmaceutical, medical testing and biotechnology industries.
(Alexandria, MN) The element of surprise was at work again in Joe Salo s life Friday. He was invited to the annual Unity Foundation celebratory function, known at the Ernie Unruh
On Monday, Sept. 27, the Alexandria Area Community Foundation honored Jeanne Batesole and Vern and Judy Anderson with the Ruth McDonald Award in Philanthropy.
This week in history in Douglas County.
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Rachel Barduson | 2:00 pm, Mar. 3, 2021
This week in 1971, 50 years ago: Over 200 people were “snowed in” following the Region Six wrestling tournaments in Alexandria when a blizzard struck. Teams and fans found they couldn’t leave when blowing snow closed most of the highways in the area so they bedded down in the Jefferson High School gymnasium. People slept on wrestling mats and bleachers throughout the night, according to High School Principal Wayne Elton, who stayed with the group all night. Elton also said that a number of people traveling on the freeway came to the school seeking shelter when they were brought to town from stalled cars.