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he Guide to Douglas County, published by the Echo Press, is a comprehensive guide to living in Douglas County.

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This publication includes up-to-date information about the lakes area that residents may find useful, including names and telephone numbers for township, city, county, state and federal government contact persons.

It also contains lists of area schools, parks, churches, service clubs and organizations, as well as a calendar of local events and area maps.

Whether you are a newcomer looking for an introduction to the area or have lived here for many years, The Guide to Douglas County will provide useful community information to keep at your fingertips throughout the year.

Jody Hanson Publisher 225 7th Avenue East Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-3133 www.echopress.com

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Phone Numbers & Websites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 History of Douglas County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Towns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Osakis Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Resources Senior Housing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Medical Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 News Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Homeowner Helpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Government State & Federal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Attractions Downtown Alexandria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Central Lakes Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Golf Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Dining Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Beaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Lakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Churches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

phone & web Important Phone #s EMERGENCY ......................................................................911 Law enforcement (non-emergency) Alexandria Police .......................................(320) 763-6631 Brandon Police ...........................................(320) 762-8151 Douglas County Sheriff’s Office..................(320) 762-8151 Osakis Police .............................................(320) 859-2550 MN State Patrol .........................................(218) 847-1584 Fire departments (non-emergency) Alexandria ..................................................(320) 763-6488 Brandon .....................................................(320) 524-2220 Carlos.........................................................(320) 852-7255 Evansville ...................................................(320) 834-4995 Forada .......................................................(320) 763-6500 Garfield......................................................(320) 834-2223 Kensington .................................................(320) 965-2531 Leaf Valley..................................................(320) 834-2540 Millerville ..................................................(320) 876-2295 Miltona.......................................................(218) 943-1866 Nelson .......................................................(320) 763-6347 Osakis ........................................................(320) 859-2150 Douglas County Hospital ..................................(320) 762-1511 Minnesota Road Conditions.................................................511 National Suicide Prevention..................1-800-273-8255 (TALK) Poison Control Center .....................................1-800-222-1222

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State/Federal Websites Minnesota DNR ........................................www.dnr.state.mn.us Minnesota road conditions ..............................www.511mn.org National Weather Service...............................www.weather.gov State of Minnesota.........................................www.state.mn.us United States government ...................................www.usa.gov

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Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission .www.alexmn.org Alexandria city ....................................www.ci.alexandria.mn.us Alexandria Hotel and Hopsitality, CVB ................www.explorealex.com Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce ..www.alexandriamn.org Alexandria Police Department...........www.alexandriapolice.com Alexandria Township .....................www.alexandriatownship.org Brandon city ...........................................www.brandonmn.com Brandon Township...........................www.brandontownship.org Carlos Township ..................................www.carlostownship.org Douglas County .....................................www.co.douglas.mn.us Douglas County Historical Society ..................www.dchsmn.org Douglas County Hospital ...........................www.dchospital.com Douglas County Library...............www.douglascountylibrary.org Echo Press Newspaper ..............................www.echopress.com Evansville city ........................................www.evansvillemn.com Garfield city .............................................www.garfieldmn.com Ida Township..........................................www.idatownship.com Kensington city ...................................www.kensingtonmn.com LaGrand Township ...........................www.lagrandtownship.com Lake Osakis Resort Association ............www.lakeosakismn.com Miltona city ....................................................www.miltona.org Miltona Township .............................www.miltonatownship.org Osakis city ..............................................www.cityofosakis.com Osakis Review Newspaper ................www.theosakisreview.com

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welcome ‘Easy To Get To…Hard To Leave’

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We welcome you to visit our businesses and our community whether you are just passing through, or choose to stay and play for a day, a week, a month, or a lifetime. The Alexandria Lakes Area is rich with historic “must see” sites, cultural activities, specialty and antique shops, lake fun and golfing. We have many fine restaurants to choose from; even the most discriminating palate will be satisfied.

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The Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce is the front door to our community and our area. We are located at 206 Broadway. I invite you to take your “selfie” with Big Ole, our iconic statue who stands sentry over our community.

Our Visitor Center staff is ready to answer your questions, provide you with information about our area, or help you find that special item or attraction you seek. Stop by and visit us.

Bruce McKirdy Chamber President

The Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce would like to extend a warm “family” welcome to you. When you’re here, you’re part of our extended community family.

Like many visitors, I know you too will find Alexandria is “Easy to get to….Hard to Leave.”

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he Alexandria Lakes Area invites you to experience our warm hospitality and friendly people. Come see for yourself our 300 beautiful lakes, exciting activities and family festivals.

Thank you for choosing Alexandria as your ultimate destination

Coni McKay Chamber Director

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calendar April

Festival Vikingland Band

11-12 - Central Minnesota Ice Breaker at Viking Speedway; www.vikingspeedway.net.

13 - 2 p.m. Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra presents a Chamber Concert at Calvary Lutheran Church, Alexandria; www.centrallakessymphony.org.

13 - 2-5 p.m. Passion Drama at Zion Lutheran Church, Alexandria; www.passionddrama.com.

15 - 5:30-8 p.m. Passion Drama at Zion Lutheran Church, Alexandria; www.passionddrama.com.

17-19 - Viking Plaza Race Car Show, Alexandria; www.vikingspeedway.net.

25-27 - Black Comedy at Alexandria Area Arts Association Theatre; www.alexandriaareaarts.org.

27 - 3 p.m. Central Lakes Concert Association concert by Ann DuHamel at Jefferson High School, Alexandria; www.concertassociation.net/alexandriamn/.

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May 2-4 - Black Comedy at Alexandria Area Arts Association Theatre; www.alexandriaareaarts.org.

3-7 - 10 a.m. Chain of Lakes Triathlon; www.zapevent.com/ListActivities .aspx?eventid=4675.

3 - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 26th annual Alexandria Spring Arts and Crafts Show at Runestone Community Center, Alexandria; www.briggsmotley.com.

3 - Run for the Roses 5K run/walk, Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.org.

4 - 10 a.m. Walk MS at Voyager Elementary School, Alexandria; www.myMSwalk.org.

4 - 1-4 p.m. Community Open House and Ice Cream Social, Jefferson High School, Alexandria.

9 - 7:30 p.m. Central Lakes Concert Association performance by Golden Dragon Acrobats at Jefferson High School, Alexandria; www.concertassociation.net/ alexandriamn/.

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calendar 10 - Minnesota Fishing Opener and Alexandria Area Garage Sales.

10 - Antics for All Ages at Alexandria Area Arts Association Theatre; www.alexandriaareaarts.org.

18 - 2 p.m. Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra presents “Music at the Winery” at Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria; www.centrallakessymphony.org.

21-25 - Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association Sidewalk Sales; www.downtownalexandria.com.

25 - Awake the Grapes 5K and 10K race and 1 Mile Fun Run at Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria; (320) 846-5443; www.awakethegrapes.com.

26 - 10-11 a.m. Alexandria Memorial Day Parade, north on Broadway to Kinkead Cemetery.

26 - 10 a.m. Osakis Memorial Day Parade and Service at Lakeside Cemetery, Osakis; (320) 859-2117.

June

Top: Douglas County Fair.

Bottom: Antique boat show on Lake Darling, Arrowwood Resort.

15 - 8 a.m. Just Like Grandma’s 5K Run/Walk starting at 113 West Main Street, Osakis; (320) 859-4504, www.just-like-grandmas.com.

15-16 - Osakis Lions 33rd annual Walleye Fishing Tournament, Lake Osakis; (320) 859-1230.

17 - 7:30 p.m. The Fabulous Armadillos in concert at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.com.

20 - Pistol Whippin Party Penguins perform at Minnesota Lakes Museum and Maritime Gardens, Alexandria; www.mnlakesmaritime.org.

20-23 - 45th annual Osakis Festival; www.visitosakis.com.

21 - 2:30 and 7 p.m. Alexandria Shrine Circus at Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria.

24-29 - The Philadelphia Story at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.com.

28 - 5:30 p.m. Awake the Lakes Rib Fest at Big Ole Central Park, Alexandria; www.awakethelakes.com.

29 - 1:30 p.m. Vikingland Band Festival on Broadway, Alexandria; www.marching.com/events/vbf.

29 - Alexandria Vintage Car Club Car Show and Swap Meet, Douglas County Fairgrounds.

July 1 - Trick Boxing at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com.

4 - Star Storm Fireworks Display at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center, Lake Darling, Alexandria.

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4 - 4th of July Fireworks Display at the Osakis Country Club at sunset; www.visitosakis.com.

5-6 - 10th Annual Minnesota Modified Nationals at the Viking Speedway, Alexandria; www.vikingspeedway.net.

8-13 - The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.com.

9-13 - Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association Sidewalk Sales; www.downtownalexandria.com.

12 - 27th annual Minnesota Lakes Classic Boat Show at Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center, Alexandria; www.mnlakesmaritime.org.

13 - City-wide garage sales, Osakis. Roddin’ Around the Lakes car show, Osakis; (320) 859-2887.

15-20 - Rancho Mirage at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150, www.tlhd.com.

18-20 - Miltona Tornado Days; www.miltona.org.

25 - Reverand Raven and the Chain Smoking Altar Boys perform at Minnesota Lakes Museum and Maritime Gardens, Alexandria; www.mnlakesmaritime.org.

26-27 - Art in the Park at Alexandria City Park; wwwalexandriaareaarts.org.

29-31 - Disenchanted! at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com.

30-31 - Brandon Mid-Summerfest; www.brandonmn.com.

August 1 - 7:30 p.m. Alexandria Festival of the Lakes: A Russian Music Festival; www.alexfest.org.

1-3 - Brandon Mid-Summerfest; www.brandonmn.com.

1-3 - Forada Days; www.foradadays.com.

1-3 - Disenchanted! at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com.

3 - 7 p.m. Alexandria Festival of the Lakes: A Russian Music Festival; www.alexfest.org.

3-9 - Resorters Golf Tournament, Alexandria Golf Club; www.alexandriagolfclub.com.

5-10 - The Pavilion at Theatre L’Homme Dieu, Alexandria; (320) 846-3150; www.tlhd.com.

7 - 7:30 p.m. Alexandria Festival of the Lakes: A Russian Music Festival; www.alexfest.org.

7-11 - Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association Crazy Days Sales.

8 - Rockin’ in the Gardens with KoolWhip at Minnesota Lakes Museum and Maritime Gardens, Alexandria; www.mnlakesmaritime.org.

9-10 - Rose City Threshing and Heritage Festival at the Rose City Show Grounds; www.rosecitythreshing.org.

10 - 7:30 p.m. Alexandria Festival of the Lakes: A Russian Music Festival; www.alexfest.org.

14-17 - Douglas County Fair, Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria.

29 - Lamont Cranston Band performs at Minnesota Lakes Museum and Maritime Gardens, Alexandria; www.mnlakesmaritime.org.

calendar September 7 - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Quilts Along the Trail on Central Lakes Trail, downtown Osakis; (320) 859-6777.

12-14 - Grape Stomp and Fall Festival at Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.grapestompfestival.com.

16 - Strike Out Illiteracy bowling tournament. Garden Center Lanes, Alexandria; (320) 763-3133, www.echopress.com.

18-22 - Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association Fall Festival; www.downtownalexandria.com.

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3-4 - Viking Fall Classic at Viking Speedway, Alexandria; www.vikingspeedway.net.

18 - Applefest at Carlos Creek Winery, Alexandria; (320) 846-5443, www.carloscreekwinery.com.

31 - Halloween Trick or Treat, Downtown Alexandria; www.downtownalexandria.com.

December 11-13 - Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association Hometown Christmas Experience; www.downtownalexandria.com.

October 2 - Women’s Showcase at Broadway Ballroom, Alexandria; (320) 7633133, www.echopress.com.

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Blizzard Hockey: October thru March Runestone Community Center, Alexandria www.alexandriablizzard.com Alexandria Hockey Fest: Weekends mid-June thru July Runestone Community Center, Alexandria www.alexhockeyfest.com Bowling tournaments: Weekends October thru May, Garden Center Lanes, Alexandria (320) 763-6565 www.gardencenterlanes.com

WISSOTA Car Racing: Saturdays May thru August 6:45 p.m.

Additional specials on other dates.

Viking Speedway, Alexandria (320) 762-1559 www.vikingspeedway.net GoKart Racing: Fridays May thru August 7 p.m.

Additional specials on other dates.

Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria (320) 491-2618 www.runestonegokart.com Photography Workshops: First Thursday of each month 7 p.m.

Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com

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Red Willow Arts Coalition Summer Concert Series: Every Thursday, May 22 thru August 28, 7 p.m.

Douglas County Courthouse lawn.

Open Mic Nights: Third Thursday of each month 6:30-9 p.m., Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com First Friday Concerts: First Friday of each month, March thru December, 7-9 p.m.

Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com Live music: Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday Memorial thru Labor Day Weekend Every Saturday after Labor Day to Memorial Day, 2 p.m.

Carlos Creek Winery (320) 846-5443 www.carloscreekwinery.com

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Ongoing Events

Alexandria Blue Anchors Baseball: May thru August (320) 460-7900 www.northwoodsleague.com/ alexandria-blue-anchors

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history he first settlements in Douglas County were established in 1858, the same year that Minnesota became a state.

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The area was a wilderness of woods, prairies and lakes, and was home to Sioux and Chippewa Indians. Archeologists date the earliest bones and artifacts found in area burial sites as being preChrist.

The Red River Trail, used by early pioneers and wagon trains, passed through the area to Fort Abercrombie in North Dakota. In the summer of 1858, brothers Alexander and William Kinkead established a settlement along the shore of Lake Agnes, built a log cabin and hotel, and named the area “Alexandria.”

A mail route was set up between St. Cloud and Fort Abercrombie, and government troops cut a road from Fort Snelling to Abercrombie, which allowed for a stage line and increasing numbers of new settlers. In 1862, news arrived that the Sioux were forming war parties. Many settlers headed east to safety, while others combined forces to defend their property. The uprising was too powerful, however, and the settlements were abandoned.

Months later the uprising settled down. Settlers returned to the county and soldiers arrived to build a stockade in Alexandria for protection. Treaties were later signed with the Sioux, and by 1866 things had calmed and the soldiers left. That same year, Douglas County’s boundaries were officially set. The county was named for Senator Steven Douglas, a statesman and leader in the Democratic Party who helped with its establishment.

Secretary Taft speaking at the Great Northern Railroad Depot in Alexandria.

In 1878, the railroad was connected from Melrose to Alexandria, and the next year to Brandon and Evansville. Several cities in the county were started along the steam locomotive lifeline, including Nelson and Garfield. Eventually the Soo Line crossed the county and more towns, including Kensington, Forada, Carlos and Miltona, popped up. The new rail line allowed tourists and sportsmen easy access to the area, and the wealth of fish and game made the area a popular vacation spot.

A government land office was set up in Alexandria. With the signing of the Homestead Act by President Lincoln, a surge of European immigrants and Civil War veterans came. Within seven years almost all tillable land was claimed.

Above: In 1898, a Swedish farmer named Olaf Ohman found a large flat stone in the roots of a tree on his farm near Kensington. It is now known as the Kensington Runestone.

Left: Brandon Main Street

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area towns Garfield

OSAKIS pop. 1,740

Garfield, population 354, is located about seven miles west of Alexandria on County Road 82. The railway village was platted February 17, 1882 and incorporated September 9, 1905. The city was named in honor of President Garfield, who was shot and killed by an assassin just prior to the official naming of the railroad town.

Kensington

Alexandria Alexandria’s population of 12,466 swells in the summer months due to the large amount of tourism in the area. The city is located just a couple of hours northwest of the Twin Cities on I-94. The site of the 1858 settlement was established by William and Alexander Kinkead (for whom the city was named). An army fort was built in 1862 after an Indian uprising, and afterward, growth was steady in the town. The village of Alexandria was incorporated in 1877, and the first passenger train reached the settlement in 1878. The village became an official city in 1909.

Brandon Brandon, population 489, is located about 15 miles west of Alexandria on County Road 82. The village, which was an early stagecoach stop, was originally called “Chippewa” and was located north of the current townsite. When the railroad was built through the area in 1879, the town re-formed alongside the tracks and was named after Brandon, Vermont, the birthplace of Stephen A. Douglas, for whom Douglas County was named. The town was incorporated in 1881.

Carlos Carlos, population 502, is located about nine miles north of Alexandria on State Highway 29. The city began to form in 1867 just after the Indian uprising. When the railroad was built in 1903, an area near the tracks was chosen as the official townsite. It was named after nearby Lake Carlos. The town was incorporated July 7, 1904.

Evansville Evansville, population 612, is located about 20 miles west of Alexandria on County Road 82. The village was platted in the fall of 1879, with the coming of the first railway train, and was incorporated in 1881. The village was named for the county’s first mail carrier, Evans, who carried mail on foot from Alexandria to Fort Abercrombie.

Kensington, population 292, is located 16 miles west of Alexandria on State Highway 27 and south on County Road 1. This railway village in Solem Township was platted by the Honorable William D. Washburn in 1887 and incorporated June 6, 1891. A railroad conductor with roots in England created a large garden that he named “Kensington Gardens” (an area west of London near Westminster is known as “Kensington Palace”). The area became a town, and the name was shortened to Kensington.

Millerville Millerville, population 106, is located about 20 miles northwest of Alexandria on County Road 82 and north on County Road 7.

Millerville was established as a township in 1867 and was named for a prominent German settler, John Miller, who lived in the area.

Miltona Miltona, population 424, is located 14 miles north of Alexandria on State Highway 29 and east on County Road 14. Miltona was named for Lake Miltona, which had been named for Mrs. Florence Miltona Roadruck, who lived in the area.

Nelson Nelson, population 187, is located about four miles east of Alexandria on County Road 82. The city formed after the railroad was built through the area in 1875 and was incorporated in 1905.

The city was named in honor of Senator Knute Nelson. The city was first called “Dent” in honor of an early settler.

Osakis Osakis, population 1,740, is located about nine miles east of Alexandria on County Road 82. The city was founded in 1866 and incorporated in 1881. The first passenger train arrived in 1878.

The city of Osakis was named after the lake it borders. The lake’s name was most likely derived from “Oh-za-kees,” the Ojibwe Indian name for the lake. “Oh-za-kees” means “place of the Sauk” and refers to the Sauk Indians who roamed the area for a short time.

Forada Forada, population 185, is eight miles south of Alexandria on State Highway 29 and east on County Road 4. The railway village was platted in July 1903 by Cyrus A. Campbell and incorporated April 6, 1905. It was named for Campbell’s wife, Ada. Because there already was a city in Minnesota named Ada, he changed it to Forada (For Ada).

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area towns Unincorporated Douglas County communities:

Belle River

GARFIELD pop.354

Belle River is 11 miles northeast of Alexandria. Riverdale Township, named for the Long Prairie River, was established in 1870. The name was changed to Belle River Township. The St. Nicholas Catholic Church was built in 1871, and a small settlement developed west of the church that became known as Belle River. The church burned in 1915, but in 1916, a new church was completed, serving as the center of the community to this day.

Holmes City Holmes City is about seven miles southwest of Alexandria. The first settler in the area may have been a trapper/trader

named Lewis, who had an Indian trading station in Moe Township. In 1858, three men purchased the trading post and moved it to the current site of Holmes City.

Holmes City Township was established in 1866 and named after one of the men, Thomas Holmes of Pennsylvania. It was the third township formed in the county.

Leaf Valley Leaf Valley is located 15 miles northwest of Alexandria in Leaf Valley Township. The township was established in 1867. The name refers to its location just south of the Leaf Hills, also called the Leaf Mountains, in nearby Otter Tail County. The village formed at a crossroads and at one time included a town hall, general store, feed mill and a large co-op creamery.

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area towns Melby Melby is 25 miles northwest of Alexandria in Lund Township. The first settlement was known as Melby Station and was located on either side of the Great Northern Railroad track and by 1889 was a flourishing community. Due to the dangers of the curving terrain and dangerous railroad crossings, the express office later moved just under a mile west. The businesses and residents soon followed, and Melby formed at that location.

Rose City Rose City is 18 miles northeast of Alexandria in Spruce Hill Township. The township was organized in 1875. The community was named after the Rose Creamery, but there are conflicting stories as to how the creamery was named. Some

say it was for families in the area with similar names, others believe it was for the wild roses that grew in the area. At one time, the settlement had several businesses, but the population never did take off.

Spruce Center Spruce Center is 15 miles northeast of Alexandria in Spruce Hill Township. In 1869, a man named Gordon built a dam on Spruce Creek and started a saw mill. Spruce Hill Village quickly grew around it and by the mid-1880s, it was booming. Later, the Merickel Brothers built a larger dam and mill nearby and started Spruce Center.

Spruce Hill Township was organized in 1875. Years later, the Spruce Hill dam went out. It was never replaced and that village slowly died. Today it is an historic county park.

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medical services Douglas County Hospital 111 17th Avenue East, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1511 | www.dchospital.com Carl Vaagenes, Administrator Alexandria CDI (X-ray).......................(320) 762-6040 Business Office (credit) ....................(320) 762-6054 Business Office (insurance) ...............(320) 762-6056 Cardiopulmonary Services .................(320) 762-6006 Dialysis (CentraCare).........................(320) 762-1226 driveABILITY .....................................(320) 762-6079 Education .........................................(320) 762-6094 Hearing Impaired TDD ......................(320) 762-6100 Human Resources .............................(320) 762-6080 Intensive Care Unit............................(320) 762-6065 Joint Replacement Center .................(320) 762-6661 Medical Floor....................................(320) 762-6002 Medical Oncology .............................(320) 762-6650 Occupational Therapy .......................(320) 762-6079 Occupational Therapy (Clinic site) .....(320) 763-2573 Physical Therapy ...............................(320) 762-6079 Physical Therapy (Clinic site) .............(320) 763-2573 Radiation/Oncology (CentraCare) ......(320) 762-8903 Rehabilitation Services: Physical, Occupational and Speech Theraphy ....................(320) 762-6079 Rehab at Alexandria Clinic.................(320) 763-2573 Rehab at YMCA.................................(320) 762-6479 Return to Work Program ..................(320) 762-6079 Speech Pathology .............................(320) 762-6079 Surgery Center .................................(320) 762-6030 Surgical Floor ...................................(320) 759-4200

Alexandria Clinic, P.A. A Service of Douglas County Hospital 610 30th Avenue West, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5123 or 1-800-646-4220 www.alexclinic.com

Osakis Medical Clinic A Service of Douglas County Hospital 811 3rd Avenue East, Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-3038 or 1-800-989-3038 www.alexclinic.com

Heartland Orthopedic Specialists A Department of Douglas County Hospital 111 17th Avenue East, Suite 101, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-1177 or 1-800-762-1177 www.heartlandorthopedics.com

Sanford Health Broadway Clinic 1527 Broadway Street, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0399 or 1-888-640-0399 www.sanfordhealth.org

news media Newspapers

Radio Stations

The Echo Press, Lakeland Shopping Guide, Classy Canary P.O. Box 549, 225 7th Avenue East Alexandria, MN 56308 Echo Press: (320) 763-3133; Tipline: (320) 815-0834 Lakeland Shopping Guide: (320) 762-8385 Website: www.echopress.com E-mail: echo@echopress.com

Praise FM (Christian) KBHL: 103.9 FM P.O. Box 247 402 Pike Street East Osakis, MN 56360 1-800-658-2229 Website: www.praisefm.org E-mail: mail@praisefm.org

The Osakis Review P.O. Box 5, 225 7th Avenue East Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-3133 or (320) 859-2143 News Tipline: (320) 815-0834 Website: www.theosakisreview.com E-mail: aedenloff@echopress.com

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KIKV FM (Country) 100.7 FM Cool 94.3 FM (Oldies) 94.3 FM P.O. Box 1024 604 3rd Avenue West Alexandria, MN 56308 Office: (320) 762-2154 Studios: (320) 763-KIKV; Websites: www.kikvradio.com, www.cool943.com E-mail: 100.7@kikvfm.com, email@cool943.com

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KXRA AM (News/talk) 1490 AM & 100.3 FM KX92 FM (Classic rock) 92.3 FM Z99 FM (Pop/rock) 99.3 FM 1312 Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-3131 Website: www.voiceofalexandria.com E-mail: info@voiceofalex.com

Douglas County Library he mission of the Douglas County Library is to provide for the informational, educational, cultural and recreational needs of the community.

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The library seeks to promote knowledge, understanding, and wisdom by providing all residents with free access to a variety of materials and services.

The library offers more than 93,000 items as well as many other services.

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Books for all ages Newspapers Audio books DVDs Downloadable e-books

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Periodicals Book/CD sets Telephone directories Compact discs Large print materials

Services provided for minimal fees include: • Self-serve photocopies • Computer lab photocopies • Fax services • Large meeting room rental • Small conference room rental

• Computer lab • Paperbacks • Art prints

Douglas County Library

Library Hours

Mon–Thurs: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

720 Fillmore, Alexandria, MN 56308 Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

E-mail: library@douglascounty.lib.mn.us Saturday:10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Website: www.douglascountylibrary.org Main - 320-762-3014 | Children's - 320-762-3013

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Historic Alexandria here’s more to downtown Alexandria than storefronts. There’s history, a sense of pride and merchants who are dedicated to making visits so memorable you’ll want to come back.

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Formed in 1967, the Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association (DMA) strives to enhance, beautify and promote the diversity of the city’s thriving downtown shopping and business district while protecting and preserving its historical past.

Rich in history since the late 1800s, downtown Alexandria encompasses 3rd through 8th Avenues on

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Broadway and is a popular shopping destination for antiques, unique boutiques, gift shops, eateries, museums and theater.

In addition, DMA organizes projects and events that take place downtown, and takes care of beautification projects, such as the pur-

www.downtownalexandria.com Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association

Downtown Sidewalk Sales – May 21-25.

Ribfest – June 28.

Vikingland Band Festival – June 29.

Downtown Sidewalk Sales – July 9-13 Crazy Days Sales – August 7-11.

Fall Festival – September 18-22.

Halloween Trick or Treat – October 31.

Hometown Christmas Cash Cards – November 28-December 19.

• Hometown Christmas Experience – December 11-13.

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chase and maintenance of the colorful flower baskets that hang along the streets in the summertime and the “Historic Downtown Alexandria” banners. With the DMA’s support, garbage receptacles and more benches were added to the downtown to accommodate shoppers.

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State & Federal

government

State Representatives:

Governor:

Mary Franson (R) - District 8B 211 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 Phone: (651) 296-3201, (320) 762-8572 E-mail: rep.mary.franson@house.mn

Mark Dayton 130 State Capitol Building 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

St. Paul, MN 55155 Phone: (651) 201-3400; 1-800-6573717 Fax: (651) 797-1850 E-mail: mark.dayton@state.mn.us Website: www.mn.gov/governor

Jay McNamar (DFL) - District 12A 431 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 Phone: (651) 296-4929 E-mail: rep.jay.mcnamar@house.mn

U.S. Rep. - District 7: Collin Peterson (DFL) 324 3rd St. SW, Suite 4 Willmar, MN 56201 Phone: (202) 225-2165; (320) 2351061 Fax: (202) 225-1593 Website: collinpeterson.house.gov

Paul Anderson (R) - District 12B 255 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155 Phone: (651) 296-4317 E-mail: rep.paul.anderson@house.mn

U.S. Senators: Amy Klobuchar (DFL) 302 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3244; 1-888-2249043 Fax: (202) 228-2186 Website: klobuchar.senate.gov

State Senators: Bill Ingebrigtsen (R) - District 8 143 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155-1206 Phone: (651) 297-8063 E-mail: sen.bill.ingebrigtsen@senate.mn

Al Franken (DFL) 309 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: (202) 224-5641 Website: franken.senate.gov

Torrey Westrom (R) - District 12 107 State Office Building St. Paul, MN 55155-1206 Phone: (651) 296-3826 E-mail: sen.torrey.westrom@senate.mn

Senate Information:

House Information:

(651) 296-0504; 1-888-234-1112 (toll free); 1-888-234-1216 (Greater MN TTY toll free)

(651) 296-2146; 1-800-657-3550 (toll free); 1-800-627-3529 (TTY)

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Lakes Area Realty Sheryl Bakewell, CRS, ABR, GRI Broker REALTOR速 507 N Nokomis, Suite B (Cornerstone Building) Alexandria, Minnesota 56308 Cell: (320) 760-5616 Office: (800) 658-2517 sheryl@sherylbakewell.com www.sherylbakewell.com Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

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County

government

County Commissioners District 4:

District 1: Gerald Johnson (320) 834-4876 1466 Co. Rd. 1 SW, Evansville, MN 56326

Charlie Meyer (320) 760-7662 PO Box 114 Alexandria, MN 56308

District 1 includes Lund, Evansville, Brandon, Moe, Millerville, Leaf Valley, Ida, Urness, Holmes City and Solem townships and the cities of Evansville, Brandon, Millerville, Garfield and Kensington.

District 4 includes Alexandria’s Ward 1, Precinct 2; Ward 2; and Alexandria Township.

District 2:

District 5:

James Stratton (320) 834-3728 5100 Centennial Dr., Alexandria, MN 56308

Dan Olson (320) 763-7696 820 Lake St. Alexandria, MN 56308

District 2 includes LaGrand, Hudson and Lake Mary townships, the city of Forada and Alexandria City Ward 1, Precinct 1 and Ward 5, Precinct 1.

District 3: Bev Bales (320) 852-7335 8170 E. Lk. Carlos Dr. NE, Carlos, MN 56319

District 5 includes Alexandria’s Ward 3, Ward 4 and Ward 5, Precinct 2.

The Douglas County Board meets in the courthouse on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 9 a.m.

District 3 includes Miltona, Spruce Hill, Osakis, Orange, Carlos and Belle River townships and the cities of Osakis, Miltona, Nelson and Carlos.

County Department Heads All phone numbers below are 320 area code.

Adult Probation: Julie Ellison 762-3055, Brian Hanson 762-3852 Ag/Ditch Inspector: Tom Anderson 762-2999 Assessor: A. Keith Albertsen 762-3884 Attorney: Chad Larson 762-3856 Auditor/Treasurer: Char Rosenow 762-3077 Coordinator/Personnel: William Schalow 762-3873 Corrections: Kimberly Kruse 762-3062 Tom Altendahl 762-3068 Tonya Breitkreutz 762-3089 Court Administration: Rhonda Bot 762-3033 Extension Education: Ben Anderson 762-3890

Highway Department/ Public Works: Dave Robley 762-2229 Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA): Jeff Schiffman 762-3849 Information Systems: Brent Birkeland 762-3040 Lakes Area Recreation: Fritz Bukowski 762-2868 Land and Resource Management: Dave Rush 762-3863 Library: Jacob Odland 762-3014 Maintenance: Steve Ziemer 762-3097 Motor Vehicle/ License Bureau: Angie Steele 762-3897 Parks Department: Al Lieffort 762-2966

Public Health: Sandy Tubbs 763-6018 Recorder: Dawn Crouse 762-3877 Recycling: Nathan Reinbold 763-9340 Senior Citizens: Sandy Tubbs, PHNS Director 763-6018 Mary Krueger, Senior Liaison Outreach 762-3047 Sheriff: Troy Wolbersen 762-8151 Social Services: Mike Woods 762-2302 Solid Waste: Pete Olmscheid 763-9340 Surveyor: Patrick Veraguth 762-2999 Veteran Services: Ray Kallstrom 762-3883

Douglas County Courthouse

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City

government

Alexandria/56308

Evansville/56326

Population: 12,920 City Hall phone: (320) 763-6678 Website: www.ci.alexandria.mn.us Mayor: Sara Carlson - (320) 763-3646 Administrator: Martin Schultz - (320) 759-3629 City council: Ward I - Virgil Batesole - (320) 763-3393 Ward II - Roger Thalman - (320) 491-2027 Ward III - Owen Miller - (320) 763-4845 Ward IV - Dave Benson - (320) 763-5790 Ward V - Todd Jensen - (320) 815-1751 Police chief: Rick Wyffels - (320) 763-6631 Fire chief: Jeff Karrow - (320) 763-6488 City attorney: Tom Jacobson - (320) 763-3141 Assessor: Reed Heidelberger - (320) 763-6678 Building Department - (320) 763-6678 Fire Hall (non-emergency): (320) 763-6488 City planner: Mike Weber - (320) 763-6678 Street department: (320) 763-3080 Park superintendent: Bill Thoennes - (320) 759-3631 Lakes Area Recreation - (320) 762-2868 Light and Power: (320) 763-6501 Alexandria Airport: (320) 762-2111 Economic Development Comm.: (320) 763-4545 Runestone Community Center: (320) 763-4466 Council meets at Alexandria City Hall 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month.

Population: 609 City Hall phone: (320) 834-4995 or (218) 948-2295 Website: www.evansvillemn.com Mayor: Ron Buse - (218) 948-2338 Clerk/Treasurer: Diana Olson - (320) 834-4995 City council: Peter Mounts - (218) 948-2043 George Belmore - (218) 948-2647 Melissa Englund - (218) 948-2718 Richard Novotny - (320) 834-5314 Fire chief: Terry Aasness - (320) 834-4995 City attorney: Mike Dolan - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at City Hall, 106 State St., 1st Monday of each month.

Brandon/56315

Garfield/56332

Population: 491 City Hall phone: (320) 524-2260 or (320) 834-4567 Website: www.brandonmn.com Mayor: Doug Johnson - (320) 524-2469 Clerk/Treasurer: Debra Grommesh - (320) 524-2260 City council: Mary Lee Korkowski - (320) 834-5188 Scott Dutcher - (320) 524-2094 Mike Ranweiler - (320) 524-2697 Brian Fuchs - (320) 524-2778 Police chief: Dave Ahlquist - (320) 762-8151 Fire chief: Scott Schaefer - (320) 524-2220 City attorney: Mike Dolan - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at city clerk's office 1st Monday of each month.

Carlos/56319 Population: 499 City Hall phone: (320) 852-3000 Website: www.cityofcarlos.com Mayor: Ervin Dahl - (320) 852-7698 Clerk/Treasurer: Shelby Thesing - (320) 852-3000 City council: Jeffrey Schiffman - (320) 852-7828 Teresa Zwieg - (320) 852-7741 Jason Thimmesh - (320) 460-0543 Todd Burgess - (320) 852-9949 Police chief: Ralph Bradley - (320) 852-7920 Fire chief: Mike Trinka - (320) 852-7255 City attorney: Thomas Klecker - (320) 762-2361, Mike Dolan - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at city offices, 109 1st St. W., 1st Thursday of each month.

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Forada/56308 Population: 185 Mayor: Robert Bordeaux - (320) 763-4356 Clerk/Treasurer: Ruby Benson - (320) 762-1836 City council: Robert Brittin - (320) 763-8884 Michaela Olson - (651) 283-2369 Ann Reimers - (320) 815-8663 Fire chief: Bob Steidl - (320) 762-0300 City attorney: Bill Leuthner - (320) 762-0259 Council meets at City/Fire Hall 1st Monday following 1st Tuesday of each month.

Population: 351 City Hall phone: (320) 834-2238 Website: www.garfieldmn.com Mayor: Dan Kalina - (320) 834-2817 Clerk/Treasurer: Paulynn Terhark - (320) 834-2238 City council: Trent Ziegelman - (320) 760-7308 Joyce Kvilhaug - (320) 760-8050 John Nienaber Jr. - (320) 834-3210 Jason Uhde - (320) 834-3933 Fire chief: Steve Wendland - (320) 834-2223 City attorney: Thomas Klecker - (320) 762-2361 Mike Dolan - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at City Hall 2nd Monday of each month.

Kensington/56343 Population: 288 Website: www.kensingtonmn.com Mayor: Jim Schecker - (320) 965-6203 Clerk: Jennifer Kangas - (320) 965-2500 Treasurer: Pryce Score - (320) 965-2419 City council: Dale Rau - (320) 965-2293 Eunice Linde - (320) 965-2737 Michael Johnson - (320) 965-2435 Brian Randt - (320) 965-2727 Fire chief: Joey Nessman - (320) 965-2531 City attorney: Thornton, Hegg, Reif, Dolan & Bowen - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at City Hall 1st Monday of each month.

City

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Millerville/56315

Nelson/56355

Population: 105 Mayor: Bryan Tolifson - (320) 834-4520 Clerk/Treasurer: Jennifer Lysfjord - (320) 834-2490 City council: Norbert Korkowski - (320) 834-5059 Donna Thoennes - (320) 834-5470 Sharon Wagner - (320) 815-9608 Lori Roers - (320) 834-4060 Fire chief: Rodney Roers - (320) 876-2222 City attorney: Mike Dolan - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at City Hall 1st Tuesday of each month.

Population: 183 City Hall phone: (320) 763-6347 Mayor: Gerald Gay Sr. - (320) 808-5432 Clerk: Shari Jerome - (320) 808-9650 City council: Steven Goldie - (320) 759-9833 Ann Goldie - (320) 759-9833 Beverly Hansen - (320) 762-0481 Michael Erickson - (320) 304-0007 City attorney: Doug Hegg Jr. - (320) 759-2007 Council meets at City Hall 1st Monday of each month.

Miltona/56354

Osakis/56360

Population: 419 City Hall phone: (218) 943-1501 Website: www.miltona.org Mayor: Blaine Elbert - (218) 943-4429 Clerk/Treasurer: Kevin Lee - (218) 943-1501 City council: Dave Carter - (218) 943-5199 Mickey Lint - (218) 943-4312 Alan Betterman - (218) 943-5644 Rick Alton - (218) 943-5025 Fire chief: Al Lange - (218) 943-1501 City attorney: Tom Klecker - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at City Hall 2nd Wednesday of each month.

Population: 1,742 City Hall phone: (320) 859-2150 Website: www.cityofosakis.com Mayor: Keith Emerson - (320) 859-4584 Clerk/Treasurer: Angela Jacobson - (320) 859-2150 City council: Bruce Pederson - (320) 859-5939 Jerry Olson - (320) 859-2664 Kyle Kostrzewski - (320) 859-4281 Randy Anderson - (320) 859-5512 Fire chief: Jon Backes - (320) 859-5563 Police chief: Chad Gulbranson - (320) 859-2150 City attorney: Mike Dolan - (320) 762-2361 Council meets at City Hall, 14 Nokomis St. E., 1st Monday of each month.

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Township

government

Alexandria Township

Ida Township

Alexandria Township office: (320) 759-5300 Clerk: Gregg Raisanen - (320) 491-6977 Supervisors: Russell Niskanen - (320) 763-7630 Lyle Hammerschmidt - (320) 763-5787 Julie Feuling - (320) 759-5300 Bryon Alstead - (320) 763-6906 Joel Dahlheimer - (320) 759-5300 Treasurer: Mona Billmark - (320) 763-7929 Meets at township office, 610 Fillmore, 1st and 3rd Mondays each month, 6 p.m.

Clerk: Barb Kilgore - (320) 846-0823 Supervisors: Daniel Diedrich - (320) 815-0299 Michael Steidl - (320) 852-7537 Thomas Scearcy - (320) 834-3737 Treasurer: John Rolf - (320) 834-2623

Belle River Township Clerk: Geri Rindahl - (320) 852-7974 Supervisors: Doug Steidl - (320) 852-7710 Clint Bachmann - (320) 852-7150 Roderick Seward - (320) 852-7707 Treasurer: Jodi Niblett - (320) 852-7596 Meets at clerk’s home 1st Monday each month, 8 p.m. during daylight-saving time, 7 p.m. the rest of the year.

Brandon Township Clerk: Adrian Ledermann - (320) 834-4418 Supervisors: Gene Fynboh - (320) 834-4661 Paul Lauthen - (320) 524-2122 Gaylin Croonquist - (320) 834-4997 Treasurer: Michael Cleary - (320) 290-4490 Meets at Community Center 3rd Monday each month, 7 p.m., except January and February when it meets 3rd Tuesday.

Carlos Township Clerk: Rebecca Anderson - (320) 846-0373 Supervisors: Rod Meyers - (320) 852-7563 Dwayne Waldorf - (320) 852-7827 Bill Krivanek - (320) 846-0668 Treasurer: Dean Yohnke - (320) 852-7702 Meets at Carlos Elementary School 2nd and 4th Thursdays each month, 7 p.m.

Evansville Township Clerk: Kim Ostlund - (320) 834-4595 Supervisors: Randy Jacobson - (320) 834-4718 Douglas Lee - (320) 524-2634 Tony Wright - (218) 948-2682 Treasurer: Jeanine Henneman - (320) 834-4049 Meets at treasurer’s home 3rd Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.

Holmes City Township Clerk/Treasurer: Terrance Cooper - (320) 283-6153 Deputy Clerk/Treasurer: Roy Eipperle - (320) 491-9291 Supervisors: Ronald Klimek - (320) 283-5338 Arthur Isackson - (320) 283-5284 David Fahlin - (320) 965-2394 Meets at Town Hall 3rd Monday each month, 7 p.m.

Hudson Township Clerk: Joan Eastlund - (320) 762-8025 Supervisors: Daniel New - (320) 763-4085 Roxanne Westergren - (320) 760-5077 Ron Fenelon - (320) 763-4197 Treasurer: Cindy VanLuik - (320) 760-9492 Meets at Forada City Hall 2nd Thursday of each month, 7 p.m.

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Meets at Township Hall 1st and 3rd Mondays each month, 7:30 p.m.

LaGrand Township Clerk: Kelly Beilke - (320) 763-7482 Supervisors: Gerhard Thoennes - (320) 763-4811 Richard Bromley - (320) 759-1160 Steven Schmidt - (320) 763-7829 Treasurer: Paulynn Terhark - (320) 762-2129 Meets at Town Hall 1st and 3rd Mondays each month, 4:30 p.m.

Lake Mary Township Clerk: Nichole Boyden - (320) 763-9289 Supervisors: Dean Radil - (320) 283-5541 James Schmidt - (320) 491-1349 Brad Brejcha - (320) 762-4055 Treasurer: Julie Freier - (320) 763-7078 Meets at Town Hall 2nd Tuesday each month, 7:30 p.m.

Leaf Valley Township Clerk: Pamela Cuperus - (218) 267-2533 Supervisors: Dale Diedrich - (218) 267-2243 Brent Ost - (218) 267-2942 Wade Nibbe - (218) 267-5640 Treasurer: Barb Guenther - (218) 267-5741 Meets at Town Hall 2nd Thursday each month, 7 p.m.

Lund Township Clerk: Tom Reddick - (218) 948-2585 Supervisors: Wayne Martin - (218) 948-2208 Troy Johnson - (320) 834-4760 Troy Hart - (218) 948-2527 Treasurer: Renae Odens - (218) 948-2838 Meets at Township Hall 3rd Tuesday each month, 7 p.m.

Millerville Township Clerk: Marilyn Bitzan - (320) 876-2123 Supervisors: Kenneth Kuhn - (320) 834-4874 Larry Carlson - (218) 948-2117 Steve Boesl - (218) 267-2909 Treasurer: Patricia Bock - (218) 948-2543 Meets at Fire Hall 2nd Thursday each month, 8:30 p.m.

Miltona Township Clerk: Tom Blank - (218) 943-5299 Supervisors: Doug Hunt - (218) 943-1316 Gary Anderson - (218) 943-6100 Matthew Kugler - (218) 943-5357 Treasurer: Constance Marshall - (218) 943-2312 Meets at Community Center 1st Monday each month, 8 p.m.

Township

government

Moe Township

Solem Township

Clerk: Todd Egenes - (320) 834-3454 Supervisors: Lynn Bushard - (320) 834-3446 Fred Krafthefer - (320) 886-5347 Rodney Johnson - (320) 834-6008 Treasurer: Florence Chlian - (320) 834-2444 Meets at Town Hall 1st Monday each month, 7 p.m. unless otherwise posted or published.

Clerk: Jaclyn Halvorson - (320) 986-2248 Supervisors: Bruce Wohlforth - (320) 965-2655 Curt Hamen - (320) 965-2760 Kenneth Anderson - (320) 965-2460 Treasurer: Kevin Holl - (320) 965-2291 Meets at Midwest Grain Systems building near Kensington 2nd Monday each month, 8 p.m.

Orange Township

Spruce Hill Township

Clerk: Jennifer Dietrich - (320) 859-2266 Supervisors: Mitch Zarbok - (320) 859-5087 Bruce Massmann - (320) 859-4439 David Boogaard - (320) 859-2644 Treasurer: Newton Earl - (320) 859-2353 Meets at clerk’s home 2nd Monday each month, 8 p.m.

Clerk: Colleen Burquest - (218) 943-2233 Supervisors: Lawrence L. Skoglund - (218) 943-1532 Neil Garrett - (218) 943-1181 Brad Lusty - (218) 943-5851 Treasurer: Henry Ahrens - (218) 943-1171 Meets at Town Hall 2nd Monday each month, 7 p.m., and at clerk’s house November through February.

Osakis Township

Urness Township

Clerk/treasurer: Dawn McNeal - (320) 859-4698 Deputy Clerk/Treasurer: Bev Guyette - (320) 859-3323 Supervisors: Brian Niehoff - (320) 760-2293 Gene Rasmusen - (320) 808-1388 Duane Boogaard - (320) 766-4124 Meets at clerk’s home 2nd Monday each month, 7 p.m.

Clerk: Judi Andreasen - (320) 760-5393 Supervisors: William Frischman - (320) 986-2440 Brent Johnson - (218) 948-2175 James Thompson, chair - (320) 808-1138 Treasurer: Shirley Thompson - (320) 986-2191 Meets at Town Hall 2nd Tuesday each month, 7 p.m.

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The 55-mile-long trail, located on the old Burlington Northern rail line grade, connects the cities of Osakis, Nelson, Alexandria, Garfield, Brandon, Evansville and Melby in Douglas County, then moves on through Ashby in Grant County and into Otter Tail County where it passes through Dalton before ending in Fergus Falls.

The trail head and parking area in Alexandria is at the north end of Broadway in Big Ole Central Park.

Other trail heads are available in Osakis, Garfield, Brandon and Evansville.

These trail heads include parking areas, portable restrooms and trailside shelters. A bike shelter is also available along the trail about 1.5 miles east of Nelson.

The Central Lakes Trail also connects to the Lake Wobegon trail, which runs from Osakis through Sauk Centre to St. Joseph. Together, they make the longest paved bike trail in the state. The Central Lakes Trail (www.centrallakestrail.com) is used as a snowmobile trail in the winter.

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entertainment Alexandria Area Arts Association The Alexandria Area Arts Association (AAAA) strives to foster appreciation, understanding and love of the performing arts by providing experiences that entertain, educate and enrich the community. The AAAA presents a variety of plays and concerts at its theater at 618 Broadway in Alexandria, as well as the annual two-day Art in the Park held at Alexandria City Park. For information, visit www.alexandriaareaarts.org.

Evansville Art Center The Evansville Art Center is owned and operated by the Evansville Arts Coalition, a group of volunteers who enjoy the arts and appreciate how art enhances the quality of life in rural Minnesota. The purpose is to plan and coordinate art events and activities that entertain, stimulate and engage people. For information, call (218) 948-2787 or visit www.evansvilleartcenter.com.

Central Lakes Concert Association The Central Lakes Concert Association (CLCA) was formed in 1983 with the goal of offering an expanded program of quality concerts, affordable to the general public. The annual membership allows members to attend all concerts in Alexandria, as well as concerts presented by the Sauk Centre, Ortonville/Milbank, Brainerd, Fergus Falls and Wadena concert associations. Call (320) 491-6308 or visit www.centrallakesconcerts.com.

Red Willow Arts Coalition The Red Willow Arts Coalition promotes the arts and provides entertainment events. The coalition offers “Concerts on the Courthouse Lawn” every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Douglas County Courthouse, 305 8th Avenue West, Alexandria throughout the summer. Business sponsorships cover the performers’ fees, making all concerts free to the public.

Theatre L’Homme Dieu For more than 50 years, Theatre L’Homme Dieu has contributed to the vibrancy and allure of the lakes area by presenting exceptional and entertaining theater. The 2014 season offers a concert event, heart-warming tales, hilarious romps, dance, puppetry and a summer workshop series. For information, call (320) 846-3150 or visit www.tlhd.org. The theater is located at 1875 County Road 120 NE, Alexandria. .

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The Alexandria Area Arts Association hosts Art in the Park, drawing thousands of visitors the last weekend in July.

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It’s a controversy more than 100 years in the making: Did an immigrant Swedish farmer find a buried rock in 1898 that contained an ancient runic message carved by Viking explorers 100 years before Columbus discovered America? Or is the whole thing a hoax, perpetrated by the farmer or some other prankster?

You can view the controversial stone at the Runestone Museum, 206 Broadway in Alexandria. A large replica of the Kensington Runestone is located in a small park at the east end of 6th Avenue in Alexandria.

Brandon History Center The Brandon History Center is located in the historic Brandon Auditorium, built in 1936. Its purpose is to collect, preserve and display articles, pictures and memorabilia from Brandon, Millerville and the surrounding area for future generations. It also assists in the preservation of the Historic Brandon Auditorium and other local historic sites. (320) 834-4505; www.brandonmn.com (click on history center link).

Douglas County Historical Society The Douglas County Historical Society was organized in 1976 to discover, preserve and disseminate the history of the county and its people. It is housed in the historic home of Knute Nelson. Nelson was elected to the Minnesota Legislature, served two terms in U.S. Congress, was the state’s first foreign-born governor and served in the U.S. Senate for 28 years. He died in 1923. In 1978, the house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and in 1987 became the society’s headquarters. The society includes a research library, church, school, cemetery and family history records, microfilm of census records and area newspapers. It has slide shows of area towns, oral histories, photo collections, vintage clothing/uniform collection and more. (320) 762-0382; www.dchsmn.org.

Evansville Historical Foundation The Evansville Historical Foundation was founded

by Alf Thompson with the purpose of preserving the history of Evansville and the surrounding community for current and future generations to enjoy. The archives provide a wealth of information on the history of Evansville, as well as a wonderful resource for those interested in geneological research. The foundation includes several buildings, including the Thompson house, Johanson house, country schoolhouse, log cabin, sod house, root cellar, pioneer church, prayer chapel, town hall and Johnson house. (218) 9482010; www.evansvillemn.net.

Runestone Museum/ Fort Alexandria The Runestone Museum and Fort Alexandria are at 206 Broadway, Alexandria. Along with the famed Kensington Runestone, the museum holds exhibits on Native Americans, early immigrant history, a memorial/gun exhibit, wildlife exhibit and hands-on children’s area. Next to the museum stands Fort Alexandria, a nearly exact replica of a stockade built in 1862. The fort includes a general store and post office, log cabin, church, country school, blacksmith shop, washhouse, smokehouse, a 40-foot viking ship and farm equipment from years gone by.

(320) 763-3160; www.runestonemuseum.org.

Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum The Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum in Alexandria is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of antique and classic watercraft, resort memorabilia and sporting equipment used on Minnesota lakes. The museum celebrates area lake traditions and legacies and is committed to their preservation for future generations.

(320) 759-1114; www.mnlakesmaritime.org.

Our Lady of the Hills Our Lady of the Hills is a shrine of the Virgin Mary erected by a rural Millerville resident in response to answered prayers for healing. It overlooks the hill country near the border of Douglas and Otter Tail counties. The steel and cement statue stands 22 feet tall and weighs 4,500 pounds. It is located on Our Lady of the Hills Road northwest of Millerville.

Osakis Area Heritage Center The Osakis Area Heritage Center’s mission is to discover, preserve and share the history of the Osakis area. Located in the Osakis Information Center, 11 East Main St., the center includes a research collection of family files, cemetery maps, town maps, county histories, photo files, scrapbooks, high school and charter school yearbooks, microfilm and print copies of the Osakis Review newspaper. (320) 859-3777.

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schools Alexandria Technical & Community College 1601 Jefferson Street, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0221, 1-888-234-1222 President: Kevin Kopischke Website: www.alextech.edu E-mail: info@alextech.edu Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) is a comprehensive college recognized as one of the top 120 community colleges in the country for the last three years by the Aspen Institute.

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schools Alexandria - Dist. 206 1410 South McKay Ave., Suite 201 Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-2141 Superintendent: Rick Lahn Website: www.alexandria.k12.mn.us E-mail: jjohnson@alexandria.k12.mn.us Alexandria Area High School (320) 762-2142 Principal: Chad Duwenhoegger Discovery Middle School (320) 762-7900 Principal: Matt Aker

Lincoln Elementary (320) 762-3320 Principal: Brendan Bogart Voyager Elementary (320) 762-3325 Principal: Dana Christenson Woodland Elementary (320) 762-3300 Principal: Scott Heckert Garfield Elementary (320) 762-3350 Principal: Lisa Pikop Carlos Elementary (320) 852-7181 Principal: Lisa Pikop Miltona Science Magnet Elementary Principal: Lisa Pikop (877) 736-1419 Community Education (320) 762-3310 Director: Susan Scarborough Early Education Center (320) 762-3305 Coordinator: Connie Good

School board: Dean Anderson Dave Anderson Sandy Susag Angie Krebs Pam Carlson Jean Robley Alan Zeithamer

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The District 206 School Board meets on the 3rd Monday of each month except in January and February when (due to federal holidays) meetings are the 4th Monday.

Alexandria Area High School Alexandria Area High School (AAHS), opening in fall 2014, will establish a modern education campus and an innovative learning program for grades 912. Students will experience a more personalized school day. AAHS will be organized into Small Learning Communities (SLCs), known as The Academies of Alexandria. SLCs are models that prepare students for college and career. There will be four broad academy themes: Freshman academy; engineering, manufacturing technologies and natural resources; health sciences and human services; business, communication and entrepreneurship.

The AAHS school day will be divided into four class periods approximately 85 minutes each and operate on an A/B block schedule. The new schedule will offer extended learning time, increased elective flexibility and community partnerships. AAHS will also offer opportunities for students to earn college credit, such as Advanced Placement (AP) courses, College Level Exam Programs (CLEP), Project Lead the Way (PLTW), Dual Credit (Concurrent Enrollment) and Articulated Credit courses.

AAHS is located at 4300 Pioneer Road Southeast in Alexandria.

Discovery Middle School At Discovery Middle School (DMS), the students are engaged and ready to take on challenges. Teachers inspire them to think critically and become successful learners through rigorous coursework. Students take core courses in English, math, science and social studies and develop a passion for learning through real-world content and quality middle school practices. Students can also participate in extracurricular programming such as athletics, fine arts, math competitions, an engineering club, knowledge bowl and more.

DMS is committed to programming that allows students to explore potential interests, develop their strengths and take risks by participating in new learning experiences. Students can explore interests in courses such as family and consumer science, visual arts, music, health, foreign languages, physical education, computer technology, technology education and drama. Through a personalized approach to learning, teachers emphasize responsibilities and academic skills to prepare students for future opportunities.

DMS is located at 510 McKay Avenue in Alexandria.

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schools Lincoln Elementary (Grades K-5 effective fall 2014) Lincoln Elementary is home to approximately 540 students in grades K-5. The staff works as a team to ensure students learn and grow.

Staff members strive to achieve academic excellence by collaborating with families and are accountable as a team by monitoring the progress of all students.

Lincoln prides itself on its family-friendly, student-centered atmosphere and works diligently to create a dynamic learning environment through preparation, training and embracing change. The school has implemented a balanced literacy framework in K-2 classrooms and continues to train in and implement this model in 3-5 grade classrooms. Teachers are trained in best practice systems of mathematics assessment and intervention to support the Everyday Math curriculum. In an effort to address the whole learner through best practice, Lincoln supports students through strategic behavioral support planning embedded in problem-solving teams. Lincoln embraces the Code of Conduct and the standards of Respect, Honesty, Kindness, Responsibility and Fairness.

Lincoln is located at 1120 Lark Street in Alexandria.

Voyager Elementary (Grades K-5 effective fall 2014) Voyager Elementary is on 17 acres and includes the William F. Banke Memorial Marsh, a wildlife area that offers students, parents and staff the opportunity to learn about nature. The building is unique in design and arrangement, with each grade level sharing a common atrium and multi-purpose hallway. Facilities include barrier-free access to the cafeteria, gymnasium, media center, computer labs, art room and playground. Each room is equipped with computers, presentation equipment and Smart Board technology. Voyager holds theme days, reading promotions and family events.

Dedicated, experienced classroom teachers, specialists in media/technology, music, art and physical education, along with teachers and support staff in 13 categories of special education, provide a quality-learning program. The standards-based curriculum is designed to meet needs of individual learners. A variety of academic enrichment and at-risk programs are offered in addition to the school day.

Voyager is located at 203 Voyager Drive in Alexandria.

Woodland Elementary (Grades K-5 effective fall 2014) Situated on a 48-acre site, Woodland Elementary is designed to provide a sustainable, efficient and flexible learning environment. Numerous learning options engage students and provide teachers with environments that support what and how they teach. The outdoor classroom and nature trail offer learning experiences beyond classroom walls. A school garden provides fresh produce as part of the lunch program.

Teaching staff are highly trained in the balanced literacy framework.

This style of teaching focuses on differentiating instruction to teach reading and writing according to individual student needs.

Specialized instruction is offered through special education and gifted programming. The Everyday Math curriculum combined with AVMR/SNAP supplies students with math skills that prepare them for real world math situations. Classrooms are equipped with Smart Boards and presentation systems. Woodland has two computer labs in the media center and a number of wireless iPads and laptops for classroom instruction. Families are given many opportunities to be engaged.

Woodland is located at 1410 South McKay Avenue in Alexandria.

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schools Garfield, Miltona, Carlos (GMC) Elementaries (Grades K-5 effective fall 2014) Garfield, Miltona Science Magnet and Carlos Elementary schools are K-5 schools that are part of Alexandria School District 206. Staff at all three schools are committed to providing quality education for each student.

The schools feature up-to-date technology opportunities for students at all levels. Computers are available in each classroom and media center along with presentation systems that allow for interaction. Special area teachers instruct in physical education, music, art and media/technology. Specialized programming is offered through Reading Intervention, Special Education, Title I, Leveled Literacy Intervention and Gifted and Talented classes.

Garfield Elementary staff members nurture students in an open, friendly atmosphere.

The family atmosphere permeates the school and is supported by involved parents. Garfield provides many creative educational opportunities supported by experienced teachers.

Miltona Science Magnet Elementary has an emphasis on the environment. Located on 12 acres of wooded hills and trails, a meadow and wetlands area, its motto is: “Branching out to create an appreciation of our environment.” Teachers work hard to integrate science into the curriculum whenever possible.

Cross country skis, snow shoes and GPS devices help get students involved in the environment yearround.

Carlos Elementary School is a little school with a lot of heart! The staff is committed to providing a quality education for each student. Teachers know that the four walls surrounding student desks are just one of many areas where instruction occurs. From the playground to field trips, students encounter journeys that give them memories to last a lifetime. Carlos has a childcare program before and after school that allows for supervised activities and homework.

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District 206 Community Education offers programs and services to thousands of lifelong learners in the district. There are hundreds of opportunities for people of all ages to develop skills, determine interest and discover talents.

School District 206 has provided early childhood programming since 1982. The following programs are offered at its Early Education Center site: • Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) • School Readiness Preschool Programs • Alexandria Family School • Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) • Head Start*

Early Education (Birth to K) • Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) • Creating Learners - District 206 Preschool • Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) • Early Education Center

K-12 Youth Programs • K-12 Classes • Compass School Age Care • High School Service Opportunities Adult Learning • Adult Education Classes • Online Classes • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • Community Engagement Initiatives • Volunteer Program • Mentor Program For information, call (320) 7623310 or visit the office in Suite #201 on the second floor of Woodland Elementary School, 1410 South McKay Avenue in Alexandria.

District 206’s youngest learners and their families have multiple opportunities to participate in various programs with a wide variety of services at the Early Education Center.

The Early Education Center is adjacent to Woodland Elementary School at 1410 South McKay Avenue. *Head Start is a federally funded program and subleases space in the Early Education Center.

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schools Brandon-Evansville Public Schools District 2908 Website: www.b-e.k12.mn.us District Office Brandon Elementary Brandon-Evansville High School 206 West 3rd Street, PO Box 185, Brandon, MN 56315 (320) 524-2263, (320) 834-4084, Fax: (320) 524-2228 Evansville Elementary Brandon-Evansville Middle School 123 2nd Ave., PO Box 40, Evansville, MN 56326 (218) 948-2241, (320) 834-484, Fax: (218) 948-2441 Superintendent/elementary principal: Mark Westby High school principal/athletic director: Tom Trisko Dean of students: Erika Mariotti School board: David Anderson, chair - (320) 834-4629 Deb Sullivan, vice chair - (320) 834-4409 Carol Juul, clerk - (320) 834-4569 Art Vinson, treasurer - (320) 834-2291 Randy Betterman - (320) 834-4751; Andy Siira - (320) 524-2766; Tonya Breitkreutz - (320) 491-2228; Kevin Challes - (320) 524-2333; Shane Englund - (218) 948-2063; Ethan Henneman - (320) 834-4543; Kent Huisman - (218) 948-2428; Tim Lauthen - (320) 834-2364; Mike Randt - (320) 834-4778; Cheryl Schaffran - (320) 524-2088;

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West Central Area District 2342 301 County Road 2, Barrett, MN 56311 (320) 528-2650 Website: www.westcentralareaschools.net Superintendent: Patrick J. Westby WCA South Elementary: 31 North Central Ave., Kensington, MN 56343 (320) 965-2724 Principal: Sarah Suchy WCA Secondary School: 301 Co. Rd. 2, Barrett, MN 56311 (320) 528-2520 Principal: Nels Onstad School board: Daryl Amundson - (320) 528-2327; Janice Amundson - (218) 685-4115; Charles Meidl - (320) 986-2645; JoAnn Jacoby - (218) 685-4045; Chad Biss - (218) 458-2276; Steve Martineau - (218) 458-2280; Jill Beuckens - (320) 986-2828.

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schools New Testament Christian School 2505 Hwy. 29 North, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-4050 Website: www.newtestamentchristianschool.org Principal/Administrator: Leslie Shjerve New Testament School is dedicated to providing a quality Christian education to students in grades kindergarten through 12th grade. A family’s influence on a child’s spiritual growth is the mainstay of the child’s relationship with Jesus Christ. The staff encourages and supplements that relationship. All of the teachers are Minnesota-licensed teachers. They teach each subject from a Bible-based accredited curriculum. The staff at New Testament Christian School partner with families to train up the children to be Christ followers.

St. Mary’s Catholic School 421 Hawthorne, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-5861 Website: www.smsa.stclouddiocese.org Principal: Troy Sladek St. Mary's is a community of faith developed by parents, staff and students to provide an educational setting where each child can develop a strong sense of self-worth and positive attitude toward sharing and group associations. We commit to providing a positive atmosphere where Catholic Christian values are taught, modeled and practiced, giving each child the freedom and direction to develop his/her personal worth and uniqueness. Our curriculum responds to the needs of the total child: spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social and physical.

Zion Lutheran School 300 Lake St., Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-4842 Website: www.zionalex.org Principal: Lynn Peffer Zion is a fully-accredited preschool through grade 8 program that offers quality, Christian-based education. We provide a well-rounded curriculum in core subjects as well as religion, music, art, physical ed. and extracurriculars such as band, orchestra and sports. We deal with each child as an individual child of God, nurturing them to their full potential in spiritual, academic, physical and emotional growth. The school, church and home work together to teach Christian values/morals to prepare them as responsible members of society and God’s kingdom.

St. Agnes Catholic School 307 4th Ave. W., P.O. Box 0, Osakis, MN 56360 (320) 859-2130; Website: www.stagnesosakis.com Principal: Pat Pospisil St. Agnes offers spiritual and academic growth for students, staff, parents and the parish community. We strive to educate students by fostering Christian values, promoting feelings of security and self worth, and by meeting individual needs. We provide motivation and basic academic skills to foster lifelong learning, responsible decision making and creative thinking through a variety of learning experiences. We recognize we are created in God's image and emphasize the gift of life by fostering an attitude of Christian concern for peace and justice. Our mission is to nurture children and their families through sharing Christ’s love while instilling academic excellence.

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When real estate changes hands, We make sure the hand-off is easy!

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• Abstracting • Title Insurance • Closings

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Golf Directory

• 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Par 72 • 6,492 Yards • Overlooking Beautiful Lake Minnewaska! • Full Service Bar

Joel Goldstrand Design • 27 Hole Championship Golf Course • Indoor Year Round Practice Facility • Best Golf Value in the Area

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Located 3 miles N on Hwy 29 to Co Rd 73, then 1 mile E and then S on Liberty Rd

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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Twilight, $29 - Unlimited holes! Call after 3 pm!

9 Holes, Weekdays $19; Weekends $20 18 Holes, Weekdays $29; Weekends $33

Great Membership Packages Available FREE DRIVING RANGE WITH PAID GREEN FEES 15 miles S of Alexandria on Hwy 29 to Glenwood.

1.5 miles W of Glenwood on Hwy 28/29 W to Golf Course Rd

Call for Tee Times at 320-634-3680 www.minnewaskagolf.com

• Pro-Shop • Snack Bar • Rentals • Open to the Public • Driving Range Arrowwood is proud to announce Minnesota Golf at its finest!

This newly renovated golf course was designed with wetland preservation in mind and focuses on scenic lake views and unique challenges. Experience the natural and undisturbed beauty of Alexandria’s most scenic golf course.

Weekday Special: 2 golfers with cart $64 West from Alexandria 25 miles on I-94 to Evansville - Elbow Lake Exit 82, West 6 miles on Hwy 79, then North 1 mile on Golf Course (Co. 24) Rd.

2100 Arrowwood Lane NW • Alexandria

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320-762-TEES (8337) www.arrowwoodresort.com

Golf is a game that is played on a

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Your guide to area golf courses Pine Ridge Golf Course

• Public Golf Course • Driving Range • Club & Cart Rentals

GREEN FEES We accept Visa, Mastercard & Debit Cards • Scenic • Challenging • Par 35 • Food & Beverages Available • Jr. & Sr. Rates • Cart Rental Available • Driving Range 5 miles west of Alexandria on Hwy 27 to CR 27, follow signs Call for Tee Times or Book Online

9 holes Mon.: $11 (Youths $6) Tues.-Thurs.: $13 • Fri.-Sun. & Holidays: $15 Call for Youth & Senior Rates & Times CART RENTAL - 9 holes: $13 • Additional 9 holes: $8.50 From I-94, Exit 90 at Brandon & five miles N on Co. Rd. 16 NW

320-886-1400 www.hardwoodhillsgolf.com

www.PineRidgeGolfCourse.net 320-834-4028 • 320-876-4028

SEASONAL OR WEEKLY PUNCH CARDS

OSAKIS

COUNTRY CLUB CLUB, CART & GOLF RENTALS LOUNGE: Beer & Set-ups, Sandwiches & Pizza 1 PRICE FOR 9 HOLES ALL THE TIME 2 golfers with cart $30 1 golfer with cart $15 (Not valid for league play) Please call ahead for a tee time Seasonal memberships available

“A challenging beauty amid hills, trees and ponds!”

1 block North of Intersection Hwys. 127 & 27 E., Osakis

320-859-2140 www.osakiscountryclub.com

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churches Alexandria Assembly of God Living Waters - 1310 N. Nokomis Street NE (320) 763-5224 Website: www.mylivingwaters.org Pastor: Sam McKay Baptist Cornerstone - 202 7th Avenue E. (320) 762-1565 Website: www.cornerstoneofalexandria.com Senior pastor: Darryl Knappen E-mail: Office@cornerstoneofalexandria.com Grace - 1704 Hazel Hill Road (320) 763-4393 Website: www.gracechurch-alexandria.com Pastor: Craig Dahl E-mail: gracealx@embarqmail.com Catholic St. Mary’s Catholic - 420 Irving Street (320) 763-5781 Website: www.stmaryalexandria.org Priest: Father Steve Binsfeld E-mail: stmary@stmaryalexandria.org Charismatic New Testament - 2505 Highway 29 N. (320) 762-2444 Pastors: Peter Reishus, Mike Loween E-mail: newtest@wisper-wireless.com Christian Liferight Outreach - 1906 6th Avenue E. (320) 766-0233 Website: www.liferightoutreach.org The Point - 1704 Hazel Hill Rd. SE (320) 760-9093 Website: facebook.com/thepointalexandria Pastor: Craig Dahl New Life Christian Church - 1910 County Road 82 SE (320) 763-7051 Website: www.your-newlife.com Pastors: John Taplin, Jeremy Schneider E-mail: office@your-newlife.com Episcopal Emmanuel Episcopal - 602 12th Avenue E. (PO Box 231) (320) 763-3201 Website: www.alexmnepiscopal.org Deacon: Tom Sinning E-mail: episcopal@centurylink.net Evangelical Alexandria Covenant - 4005 Dakota Street (320) 763-5659 Website: www.alexandriacovenant.org Senior pastor: John LeVahn Executive pastor: Trinity Opp Associate pastor of adult minitries: Rollie Mossberg Pastor of student ministry: Brian Farka E-mail: ecc@alexandriacovenant.org

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Catalyst Covenant - 1410 S. McKay Avenue/Woodland School Office: 625 Broadway Street (320) 759-1800 Website: www.catalystcov.org Lead pastor: Steve Eng Pastor of worship and next generation ministries: Jim Black Lake Community - 490 Voyager Drive (320) 762-5424 Website: www.lakecommunity.org Senior pastor: Ron Berget Associate Pastor: Paul Peterson Women’s and care ministries: Melody Warren Worship director: Jon Gaugert E-mail: michelle@lakecommunity.org Full Gospel / Spirit Filled Church for the Harvest -1910 Aga Drive, Suite 280 (320) 759-1400 Website: www.cfthonline.com Senior Pastor: Michael Bartolomeo E-mail: office@cfthonline.com House of Prayer - 3020 Rosewood Lane SE (P.O. Box 903) (320) 762-0828 Website: www.hopci.com Pastor: Lynndene Way E-mail: hopci@hopci.com Lutheran Berea Lutheran Brethren - 1405 6th Avenue E. (320) 762-1092 Website: www.WelcomeToBerea.org Pastor: Steve Walswick Bethesda Lutheran - 1204 North Nokomis NE (320) 763-5164 Website: www.bethesdaalexandria.org Pastor: Jerry Lanes E-mail: bethesdachurch1204@embarqmail.com Calvary Lutheran (ELCA) - 605 Douglas Street (320) 763-5178 Website: www.calvaryalex.org Pastors: Hans Dahl, Mike Widner, Rol Halvorson E-mail: office@calvaryalex.org Preschool: (320) 763-4099

churches First Lutheran (ELCA) - 822 Douglas Street (320) 762-2196 Website: firstlutheranalexandria.com Pastors: Greg Billberg, Marilee Bergerson, Kari van Wakeren E-mail: frstluth@firstlutheranalexandria.com

We have it all at the Viking Plaza

Good Shepherd Lutheran (Missouri Synod) - 2702 Hwy. 29 N. (320) 762-5152 Website: www.goodshepherd-lcms.org Pastor: Eric Van Scharrel Director of Christian education: Ken Bakalyar E-mail: eric@goodshepherd-lcms.org Living Word Lutheran (LCMC) - 1722 16th Avenue E. (320) 762-1997 Website: www.livingwordalexmn.org Pastor: A.J. Kluver E-mail: pastorlwlc@gctel.net Shalom Lutheran (ELCA) - 681 Voyager Drive (320) 762-8641 Website: www.shalomlutheran.org Pastor: Grant Aaseng E-mail: slc@shalomlutheran.org St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran (WELS) - 805 Rosewood Lane (320) 762-1644 Website: www.stpaulalex.com Pastor: Michael Neuman Zion Lutheran (LC-MS) - 300-310 Lake Street (320) 763-4842 Website: www.zionalex.org Senior pastor: David Hinz Associate pastor: Geoffrey Gronewold Visitation pastor: William F. Moeller E-mail: zionluth@zionalex.org

United Methodist - 2210 6th Avenue East (320) 763-4624 Website: www.alexumc.org Pastor: Jeffrey Hansen Mormon Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints - 1427 Lake Street (320) 763-6721 Website: www.lds.org or www.mormon.org Non Denominational Spirit Life Church - 503 Hawthorne Street, Suite 4 Office: (320) 808-7278 Website: www.spirit-life.org Pastor: Jeff Ferguson E-mail: SpiritLifeChurch4Him@gmail.com

3015 Hwy. 29 S, Alexandria • Wi-Fi Hot Spots Available!

Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-5pm

Shop more than 30 stores in comfort!

Alex Travel Alexandria Hearing Bath & Body Works Book World Brass Lantern Christopher & Banks Fresh Corner Claire’s D. Michael B’s Dunham’s Sports Famous Footwear Fashion Remix

Gentle Dentistry Glenwear Glik’s GNC Hallmark Heads Up Herberger’s JC Penney JoAnn Fabrics Karrow Jewelers Maurices Midwest Vision Center

Northern Lights Payless Shoes Pet Center Piggytails N Overalls Rue 21 Runestone Eyecare Tradehome Shoes Viking Antiques VIP Nails Vanity

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Methodist Alexandria First Free Methodist - 402 8th Avenue East (320) 763-3395 Website: www.alexfirstfmc.org Pastor: Rev. Rick Martin Assistant pastor: Rev. Nick Scutari E-mail: alexfirstfmc@alexfirstfmc.org

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Mark E. Lee

EXCAVATING & ASPHALT PAVING

“SOLVING PROBLEMS” Since 1984

Seventh-day Adventist Lakes Area Seventh-day Adventist - 201 13th Avenue West (507) 313-6464 Website: lakesarea22.adventistchurchconnect.org Pastor: Devin Locati United Church of Christ First Congregational UCC - 221 7th Avenue W. (320) 763-3341 Website: firstcongregationaluccalex.com Pastor: Scott Keehn Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Neal Olson E-mail: office@firstcongregationaluccalex.com

Belle River St. Nicholas Catholic - (320) 852-7041 Website: www.stnicholasbelleriver.org Pastor: David Petron E-mail: stnick@arvig.net

Brandon Chippewa Lutheran - (320) 834-4875 Pastor: Todd Klemme E-mail: chippewalutheran@gmail.com Grace Lutheran - (320) 834-4873 Website: www.gracebrandon.org Pastor: Dennis L. Preston E-mail: grace@gctel.com West Moe Lutheran - (320) 524-2210 Website: www.moelutheranparish.org Minister: Sarah Evenson - (320) 808-8772 E-mail: moelutheranparish@gmail.com

EXCAVATING • ROAD BUILDING • ROCK (ALL SIZES) • BASEMENTS • FOOTINGS • FROST DIGGING • SCRAPER WORK • LANDSCAPING • BUILDING DEMOLITION • SEWER HOOK-UPS • WATER LINES • SNOW REMOVAL • CLASS 5 GRAVEL • FILL MATERIAL • SHREDDED BLACK DIRT • CONCRETE & BLACKTOP DISPOSAL • DIRECTIONAL BORING • COMMERCIAL UTILITIES • DEMOLITION CONTRACTOR • RIP RAP SHORELINES • DRAIN TILE SYSTEMS • DRAINAGE CORRECTIONS • GRADING

ASPHALT PAVING • NEW CONSTRUCTION • RE-WORK • RESIDENTIAL DRIVEWAYS • COMMERCIAL PARKING LOTS • STREET & HIGHWAY PAVING • TENNIS COURTS • ASPHALT REPAIR • ASPHALT MAINTENANCE • ASPHALT REMOVAL • RESURFACING • PATCHING • CRACK FILLING • STRIPING • SWEEPING

St. Petri Lutheran - (Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ) (320) 524-2550 Pastor: Tim Baglien (816) 806-3884 E-mail: timothybaglien@gmail.com

Carlos Trinity Lutheran - (320) 852-7530 Vacancy pastor: Rev. Delton Stohs E-mail: trinitylutheran89@gmail.com Christina Lake Lutheran - (218) 948-2218 Interim Pastor: Ben Johnson Calvary Covenant - (218) 948-2230 Website: www.calvarycovenantchurchevansville.com Pastor: Mick Murphy E-mail: calcov@gctel.com

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St. Paul’s Lutheran - 3491 County Rd. 7 SW (320) 304-1371 Pastor: Michael Peterson

Evansville

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St. Ann’s Catholic - (320) 834-5095 Website: www.stanns.stclouddiocese.org Pastor: Father Matthew Crane E-mail: stanns@gctel.com

Faith Lutheran - (218) 948-2574, (320) 834-4589 Website: www.faithlutheranevansvillemn.org Pastor: Zachery W. Johnson E-mail: faithlc@gctel.com

Our Doors Are Open.

We invite you to join us in celebrating God’s love.

Our doors are always open to those whose hearts are open to His word.

BETHESDA LUTHERAN

CALVARY LUTHERAN

1204 N. Nokomis NE, Alexandria, MN (320) 763-5164 • www.bethesdaalexandria.org bethesdachurch1204@embarqmail.com

605 Douglas St., Alexandria, MN • (320) 763-5178 www.calvaryalex.org

Pastor Jerry Lanes

Sunday Worship - 9:30am Saturday Worship - 5:00pm Sunday School - 9:45 (Sept. - May)

FIRST LUTHERAN Pastors Greg Billberg, Marilee Bergerson & Kari van Wakeren 822 Douglas St., Alexandria, MN (320) 762-2196 • www.firstlutheranalexandria.com Saturday Worship - 5pm Sunday Worship - 8:30am, 9:45am & 11am KXRA 1490AM 9:45am Outdoor Services (Memorial Day - Labor Day) - 11am at City Park Sunday School (Sept.-May) 8:45am & 10am

Pastors Hans Dahl, Mike Widner & Rollen Halvorson

Summer Worship (Memorial Day - Labor Day) Sat. 6pm, Sun. 8:30am at Calvary Sun. 10:45am Calvary at the Lake Worship at Luther Crest Bible Camp on Lake Carlos w/ 10am brunch Worship Sat. 6pm, Sun. 8:30am & 10:45am at Calvary Sun. 9:45am – Sunday School & Fellowship Sun. 10:30am broadcast on KXRZ 99.3 FM

SHALOM LUTHERAN Pastor Grant Aaseng

681 Voyager Drive, Alexandria, MN (320) 762-8641 • www.shalomlutheran.org

Sunday Worship 8:30am (traditional/blended) • 10:45am (contemporary)

Wednesday Worship Advent, Lent, & Thanksgiving Eve • 6:30pm

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churches Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ - (320) 965-2331 Pastor: David Wallin E-mail: dtwpastor@yahoo.com

Farwell Oscar Lake Lutheran - (320) 886-5678 Website: www.facebook.com/TrinityOscarlake Pastor: Denise Croskey E-mail: revdenise1@gctel.net

First Lutheran - (320) 965-2549 Interim Pastor: Kathryn Rothman E-mail: 1stluthe@runestone.net

Garfield East Moe Lutheran - (320) 524-2210 Website: www.moelutheranparish.org Minister: Sarah Evenson - (320) 808-8772 E-mail: moelutheranparish@gmail.com

Our Lady of the Runestone Catholic Church (320) 965-2596, (320) 283-5273 Pastor: Roger Thoennes

Leaf Valley

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran - (320) 834-2248 Pastor: Benjamin Schimm E-mail: stjohn@gctel.com

Ebenezer Lutheran - (320) 760-5328 Pastor: Dennis Angland E-mail: dwangland@gmail.com

St. Luke's - (Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ) (320) 762-2684, (320) 834-2285 Website: www.stlukeschurchgarfield.org Pastor: David Gran E-mail: stlukesgarfield@gctel.com

Holmes City

Millerville Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic - (320) 876-2240 Website: www.sdmillerville.stclouddiocese.org Pastor: Father Matthew Crane E-mail: sevendolors@gctel.net

Millerville Township

Trinity Lutheran - (320) 886-5678 Website: www.facebook.com/TrinityOscarlake Pastor: Denise Croskey E-mail: revdenise1@gctel.net

Trinity Lutheran - (218) 583-2825 Website: www.Trinitylcmsmnn.org Pastor: Ed Borchardt E-mail: borchardted@arvig.net

Kensington Covenant - (320) 965-2331 Pastor: David Wallin E-mail: dtwpastor@yahoo.com

Lakes Area Realty Paula Jackson PaulaJackson@REALTOR.com www.PaulaJackson.info 507 N Nokomis St, Suite B Alexandria, MN 56308 Office: 320-762-5544 Direct: 320-762-7106 Cell: 320-760-9051 Fax: 320-762-8505 001043753r1

• Guns & Bows • Stereos • Car Audio • TVs • Guitars • Game Systems, Games • Tools • Jewelry • Golf Clubs & MORE!

Viking Pawn & Payday Loans 403 Broadway, Alexandria, MN 56308 (Across from Ace Hardware)

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churches Miltona Faith Lutheran (ELCA) - 5500 County Rd. 14 NE (PO Box 123) (218) 943-2891 Pastor’s cell: (712) 449-0027 Website: faithlutheranmiltona.com Pastor: John Riggle E-mail: faith310@midwestinfo.net

First Presbyterian - (320) 859-4550 Website: www.osakispresbyterian.org Pastor: Tim Sutton E-mail: osakispc@midwestinfo.net Redeemer Lutheran - (320) 859-2769 Pastor: Allan Craig Salem Lutheran - (320) 859-2766 Pastor: Steve Hilde

Mount Calvary - (218) 943-5251 Interim Pastor

Sauk Valley Lutheran - (320) 859-2766 Pastor: Steve Hilde

Nelson Our Saviour’s Lutheran - (320) 762-0140 Pastor: Jeremy Pedersen

Parkers Prairie Esther Lutheran - (218) 338-2171 Website: www.estherlutheran.com Pastor: Jeanette Bidne E-mail: esther@arvig.net

Fahlun Lutheran - (320) 763-9500 Pastor: Jeremy Pedersen

Osakis Catholic Church of Immaculate Conception - (320) 859-2390 Website: www.immaculateconceptionosakis.org Pastor: Father David Petron E-mail: iccosakis@arvig.net Elim Lutheran - (320) 859-4244 Pastor: Lindell Quam E-mail: elim141@arvig.net

Rose City Rose City Evangelical Free - (218) 943-4241 Pastor: Ralph Erickson E-mail: rcefc1@hotmail.com

Spruce Hill Spruce Hill Church - Care of Douglas County Historical Society (320) 762-0382 Website: www.dchsmn.org E-mail: historic@dchsmn.org

Osakis Lutheran - (320) 859-2350 Interim pastor: Don Reisig E-mail: olcsecretary@arvig.net

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Get a Taste of the

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Get a Taste of the Lakes Area ~ Food & Hospitality Mon. - Thurs.

7am - 5pm Fri. & Sat. 6am - 5pm Breakfast, Noon & Dinner Specials

3015 Hwy 29 S •320-762-2697 SEE OUR WESBITE & LIKE US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE GREAT DEALS & SPECIALS

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1/2 PRICE APPETIZERS 3 pm - 6 pm Monday - Friday

BAR & GRILL HOURS 9am - Last Call - 12:45am Full Food Service In Bar Until 10pm DANCE FLOOR with complete speaker system In-House Catering for any size

Anniversaries | Birthdays | Reunions Business Meetings Seating up to 300 - Decorations allowed Reservations requested for menu - groups over 8

320-852-7170 | 211 Main Ave, Carlos

…the art of wine

Wed., Thurs., Fri. 3pm-1am Sat. 11am-1am Sun. 11am-Midnight

• Full Bar Come • Appetizers Try Our • Baskets • Burgers • Dinners Deep • Salads • Wraps Fried • Sandwiches Turtle!

Sunday Buffet 11am-2pm

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FORADA BAR & GRILL

The Area’s premier wine bar & restaurant • 70+ wines by the glass • Specializing in unique craft beers • Eclectic gourmet food all from scratch • Live music every Thursday, Friday & some Saturdays

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Experience Classic Railcar Dining OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK AT 5PM

Serving Breakfast Lunch • Dinner

STARTING APRIL 27TH: Sunday Brunch & Lunch every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

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Renovated Old Burlington Train Depot overlooking Lake Agnes.

•Large Menu •Salad Bar • Pizza - The Best in the Area •Dine In or On the Deck • Full Loung, TV’s, Pool Tables & Games •DJ Thurs-Sat Nights •Large Groups Welcome • Full Catering Available Reservations recommended, but not a must!

See you at the Depot!

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4417 7 Co Co. Rd Rd. 82 82, Alexandr Alexandria 3 miles east of downtown Alexandria Reservations 320-763-6677 www.westonstationalexandria.com Come home to Weston Station

Get a Taste of the Lakes Area ~ Food & Hospitality Since 1925, Alexandria’s Recommended Family Dining Open 7 Days a Week

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4960 Co. Rd. 42 NE, Alexandria 1 Block North of the Carlos / L’ Homme Dieu bridge

320-846-1051 www.interlacheninn.com

Visit us at travelersinncafe.com • Full Menu from Omlettes & Pancakes, to Walleye & Prime Rib • Known for Great Breakfasts: Egg Dishes, Omelettes, Pancakes, Waffles, Biscuits & Gravy • Breakfast Specials Mon - Sat. ‘til 10am • Homemade Soups & Daily Specials • Deli Sandwiches • Area’s Best Salad Bar • Caramel Rolls, Homemade Pies

2800 N Nokomis NE Phone: 320-846-1122

511 Broadway - Historic Downtown - 320-763-4000

115 30th Ave E, Alexandria, MN

Appetizers & Soups • Sandwiches & Wraps Pasta • Salads • Burgers • Poultry Fresh Fish & Seafood • Steaks & Ribs

320-763-6565 • 1-800-657-3294 OPEN DAILY Serving lunch & dinner

Breakfast served All Day

FULL MENU FROM A VARIETY OF Appetizers to Salads, Sandwiches, Prime Rib and Steaks

Weekly Specialties!

Tuesday: Build Your Own Burger 2 of ‘em for $10.95! 5-9 pm Friday: Pasta Buffet 5-9pm

Fast Track Lunch Special Mon-Fri 11am-1:30pm Sunday Buffet starting at 9am

Create your own pasta dish & see it sautéed on the spot!

Sunday: Prime Rib Brunch 8am-2pm Breakfast & lunch favorites including prime rib & glazed ham, omelette station, fresh rolls, fruit and biscuits & gravy!

• More than 30 tap beers • Nightly drink specials

320-762-1124 • www.arrowwoodresort.com 2100 Arrowwood Lane NE, Alexandria

Daily Food & Drink Specials

• New full menu • Full Bar • Live Entertainment • 5 minutes from Alexandria • 2nd Saturday in August HUGE Street Dance • Bargo (like bingo) Thurs. 7pm • Pull Tabs LIC#05642-008

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-1am Fri.-Sun. 11am-1am Full Menu including Ribs, Broasted Chicken & Burgers!

Food Served Until 11 pm Full Service Bar

320-834-3250 GARFIELD MN HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 3pm-2am Fri. - Sun. 11am-2am

For more information call 320-834-2532 or 218-267-2726 during club hours.

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110 30th Ave West• Alexandria Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-7763 Mon - Fri: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm • Sat - Sun: 11:00 am - 12:00 am

We provide customers with Fun & Friendly Irish Hospitality and Consistent, Good Tasting, Affordable Food!

HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS

Everyday 3-6 pm & 9pm-Close.

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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner!

Bloody Mary Bar Saturday a.m.

Happy Hour Specials Daily!

3 - 6 PM & 9 - CLOSE 2-4-1 BEERS, BOTTLES & CALLS and 50% OFF ALL RAAPETIZERS

Daily Specials Monday: WINGS BY THE POUND STARTING AT $499 TAKE FLIGHT WITH RAAPERS Choose From 8 Different Flights

Tuesday: BIG BURGERS & BIG BEERS $699 Gourmet 1/2 lb. Burger, Fries and $575 for Grand Slam Beers

Lakes Areas Best BBQ Ribs

Thursday: RIB-EYE STEAK DINNER $1099 T Friday: NEW! PICK 2 COMBO WITH SALAD BAR F Saturday: SLOW ROASTED PRIME RIB $1299 S

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320-763-7712 • 104 Broadway - Next to Big Ole Statue Open Daily 8 A.M - 1 A.M. • Like us on Facebook!

www.depot-express.com Renovated Old Burlington Train Depot Overlooking Lake Agnes.

• Large Menu & Salad Bar • Best Pizza in the Area • Dine In or On the Deck • Full Lounge, TVs • Pool Tables & Games • DJ Thurs. – Sat. Nights • Large Groups Welcome • Full Catering Available Try Our Famous Brick Oven Style Pizza

Any 16” Pizza

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“Light Bite and Wine Flight Night”~Thursdays at Broadway Bistro wine and beer flights | appetizer menu featured *Regular seasonal menu also available

Lunch & Dinner!

Indoor & Outdoor Seating | Enjoy our wonderful patio with a view of Broadway

We support our local farmers by using fresh, seasonal ingredients!

GREAT SELECTION OF BEER AND WINE

Big City Food...in a Small Town! A hidden gem!

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Old Brick | Toasty Fireplace | 70+ Craft Beers | 50+ Wines

Just off Broadway with an atmosphere second to none

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FULL BANQUET FACILITIES & FULL SERVICE BAR CAFE OPEN Mon. - Thurs. 7am - 5pm • Fri. & Sat. 6am - 5pm Breakfast, Noon & Dinner Specials BAR & GRILL HOURS 9am - Last Call - 12:45am Full Food Service In Bar Until 10pm

320-852-7170 | 211 Main Ave | Carlos, MN 001043618r1

NIGHTLY SPECIALS MONDAY Buck & Some Burger 4 lbs. of Wings & Pitcher of Pop or Beer

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WEDNESDAY 2 Grilled Pork Chops Tacos Soft or Hard 1/4 Chicken Dinner 1/2 Chicken Dinner

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511 Broadway Street Alexandria

320-763-4000 www.travelersinncafe.com Downtown Alexa ndria Since 1925

Welcome to Travelers...

Located in the heart of historic downtown Alexandria, “Travs” has been serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner to the locals and summer residents nonstop since 1925.

Don’t miss a chance to experience a part of Alexandria’s history and the old fashioned comfort food of the historic Travelers Inn restaurant.

Breakfast Specials Featured from 6:00am to 10:00 am Monday thru Saturday

Blue Plate Specials We feature daily specials that you will find affordable and delicious.

You’ll find old fashioned made from scratch favorites like Meatloaf, Swedish Meatballs, Beef Stroganoff, Beef Stew, Chicken Pot Pie and many more. Be sure to stop in for the Walleye Fry every Tuesday!

Call us to hear about our Blue Plate Specials of the day!

“Week-enders”

Friday: All you can eat fish or shrimp fry. Served with choice of potato & salad bar. $10.99 & $11.99

Saturday: Choice Prime Rib 8oz. $11.99 or Canadian Walleye. $11.99 Served with choice of potato & salad bar.

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VISIT OUR WEBSITETO SEE OUR COMPLETE MENU! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!

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Thursday: St. Louis style pork ribs smothered in our smokey BBQ sauce.

Served with choice of potato & salad bar. $10.99

organizations All addresses are Alexandria unless otherwise noted. All phone area codes are 320 unless otherwise noted.

Aglow International Arlene Johnson www.aglow.org

Alexandria Firemen’s Auxiliary Carrie Johnson, President 491-6893 Alexandria Garden Club Glen Huebner

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Alexandria Gun Club David Bartlow 846-3673 alexandriagunclub@gmail.com

American Cancer Society Kayla Hawkinson 324-7184 www.cancer.org kayla.hawkinson@cancer.org St. Cloud office 1-800-239-7028 Cancer information1-800-227-2345 American Heart Association www.heart.org 1-800-242-8721

763-7655

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Adult Children of Alcoholics & ALANON 1604 Jefferson Meeting line 762-1116 Kathleen 762-2012 Alexandria Area Arts Association (AAAA) Ben Klipfel, Executive Director 618 Broadway 762-8300 www.alexandriaareaarts.org Alexandria Area Baseball Association Steve Radtke 808-5924 www.AABAbaseball.org Alexandria Area Community Foundation Judy Radil 763-6784 P.O. Box 488 (fax) 763-4749 www.alexandriafoundation.org judy@kaleidoscopebusiness.com Alexandria Area Economic Development Jason Murray, Director 763-4545 610 Fillmore, Suite 1 www.alexmn.org aaedc@rea-alp.com Alexandria Area Hockey Association Kent Kopp 762-2430 P.O. Box 592 www.alexhockey.org Alexandria Area Ministerial Association Peter Reishus 762-2444 Alexandria Area Music Teacher’s Assn Annette Helder 834-4426 Alexandria Elks Lodge 1685 Linda Goodman 763-5670 115 15th Ave. W. www.elks.org Alexandria Farmers Market Ronald Branch 763-6893 farmmkt@rea-alp.com www.mfma.org/pages/ AlexandriaFarmersMarket/ Alexandria Figure Skating Club www.alexandriafigureskating.org

Alexandria Hotel and Hospitality, CVB Sara Stadtherr, Exec. Director 610 Fillmore, Ste. 2; P.O. Box 1207 1-800-245-2539; 763-0102 www.ExploreAlex.com Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Coni McKay, Exec. Dir. 763-3161 206 Broadway www.alexandriamn.org Alexandria Literacy Project Rollie Finke 762-3312 1204 Hwy 27 W www.thealp.org Alexandria Opportunity Center Mike Burke, Exec. Dir. 762-2015 107 Donna Ave. www.alexandriaopportunitycenter.com Alexandria Radio-Controlled Flyers Jim Zabel 834-2072 www.alexandriar-cflyers. rchomepage.com Alexandria Rotary Club Brian Gibson, President P.O. Box 1032 www.alexrotary.com

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Alexandria Senior Center Kathryn LeBrasseur, Dir. 762-2087 414 Hawthorne Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department Jeff Karrow, Fire Chief 763-6488 302 Fillmore St. Fire marshal 763-6489

American Legion Auxiliary mnala.org American Legion Post #87 Allan Gerlach, Commander 218-371-1779 Nathan Fischer, Adjutent 218-205-2889 americanlegionpost87@yahoo.com American Red Cross, West Central MN Chapter Linda Blackmore, Executive Director 251-7641 Ken Voigt, Community Coordinator kenneth.voigt@redcross.org 701 Broadway, Ste 101 763-3800 www.redcrossmn.org; Service to Armed Forces: 877-272-7337 Arc West Central Minnesota Donna Atherton, Program Coordinator (218) 233-5949; 1-800-411-0124 www.arcwestcentral.org arcwcm@702com.net Art in the Park (A function of AAAA) 618 Broadway 762-8300 www.alexandriaareaarts.org Birthright Pregnancy Resource Center 1114 Broadway, Ste. 5 762-1224 www.birthright.org1-800-550-4900 Blue Star Mothers Mary Anderson, Chapter President P.O. Box 1205 762-8096 bsmmn2@hotmail.com

Alexandria Workforce Center 303 22nd. Ave. W., Ste 107762-7800 www.mnworkforcecenter.org/ alexandria

Boy Scouts - Northern Lights Council District Office (Alexandria) 808-5096 Patrick O’Brien 920-419-8401 Service Center 1-877-293-5011 www.nlcbsa.org

Alexienne Chorus - Chapter of Sweet Adelines Pam Baker 808-1594 Joan Huseth 219-8487

Brush and Palette Club Jana Tonsfeldt 815-8384 www.brushnpaletteclub.com

American Association of University Women Joan Larson 846-7061

Catholic Charities 1-800-830-8254 www.ccstcloud.org

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organizations Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra Joelle Burreson, Exec. Dir. 760-5515 Brad Lambrecht, Artistic Dir. 815-5168 1210 Broadway, Suite 240, Box 105 www.centrallakessymphony.org Central Lakes Concert Association Randy Morken 491-6308 www.centrallakesconcert.com Central Lakes Music Club Karen Erickson

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Century Center Merchants Association Dan Loken 762-3983 2306 S. Broadway, Ste. 8 Community Action Program (CAP) West Central Minnesota Communities Action, Inc. www.wcmca.org 1-800-492-4805 Community Education (School District 206) Susan Scarborough, dir. 762-3310 1410 S. McKay Ave., Suite 201 www.alexandria.k12.mn.us/ce Constellation Lodge #81 Masons AF & AM 205 - 6th Ave. E 763-3177 mastermason.org/constellation lodge81 Developmental Achievement Center (DAC) Carla Bettin 762-1771 524 Willow Dr. www.dcdac.com Dollars for Scholars, Alexandria Deb Herges, Vice Chair 762-4727 Douglas Area Trails Association (DATA) Jeff Linn 834-2033 www.douglasareatrails.com Douglas County 4-H Jodi Hintzen, 4-H Program Coordinator 720 Fillmore, Suite B090 762-3890 www.extension.umn.edu/county/douglas Douglas County Committee on Aging Mary Krueger 762-3047 725 Elm St., Suite 1200 Douglas County Democrats Chuck Nettestad 763-3968 Douglas County Extension 720 Fillmore, Ste. B090 762-3890 www.extension.umn.edu

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Douglas County Fair Dale Buchholz, secretary/manager www.mndouglascofair.com760-1278 Douglas County Farm Bureau Vern Hedlin, President 763-4442 460 Northside Dr. NE, Ste. 4 Douglas County Geneaology Guild Marcine Nightengale 762-0382 Douglas County Historical Society Kim Dillon, Interim Dir. 762-0382 1219 Nokomis St. www.dchsmn.org Douglas County Hospice

Downtown Merchants Association Jeff Meland 491-4732 downtownalexandria.com Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Douglas County Sheriff Office 216 7th Ave. W 762-8151 Ducks Unlimited Inc. Terry Kostinec www.ducks.org

852-8082

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Douglas County Hospital Education Dept.

111 17th Ave. East 762-6094 www.dchospital.com Douglas County Hospital Auxiliary Vickie Olmschenk 762-6024 Douglas County Lakes Association Dorothy Klemann, Secretary 762-8005 www.dclamn.org Douglas County Library Main Desk 762-3014 720 Fillmore www.douglascountylibrary.org Douglas County Library Friends & Foundation 720 Fillmore 762-3014 Douglas/Grant County Pork Producers Don Buse 834-4972 Douglas County Outreach Food Shelf Mary Sinning 760-7554 1205 Lake St. 762-8411 www.outreachfoodshelf.org Douglas County Public Health 725 Elm, Suite 1200 763-6018 Douglas County Public Works 762-2999 Douglas County Republicans Dan Haglin 815-9614 Douglas County Public Health Senior Office Mary Krueger 762-3047 725 Elm St., Suite 1200 Douglas County Social Services www.co.douglas.mn.us 762-2302

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Douglas County Veterans Service Office 806 Fillmore 762-3883

Eagles Club 526 N. Nokomis

763-3063

Ecumen Bethany Community 1020 Lark St. 762-1567 Education Minnesota - Alexandria Joyce Engel, President 762-7900 510 McKay Ave. N www.educationminnesota.org Elder Network 420 12th Ave. E. Room 763-9084 www.alexandriaeldernetwork.com Epilepsy Foundation 2229 Roosevelt Rd.1-800-779-0777 St. Cloud, MN 56301 529-0000 www.efmn.org Evansville Arts Center P.O. Box 68

218-948-2787

Experience Works Michael Pattee 634-4232 507 N. Nokomis #205, Alexandria www.experienceworks.org Girl Scouts of Minnesota & Wisconsin Lakes & Pines Linda Bear 759-1196 1-800-955-6032 460 Northside Dr. NE Suite 30 www.gslakesandpines.org Greater Alexandria Area Association of Realtors Sandy Thorson 762-2022 Shelly Karnis 808-7459 Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County Lori Anderson, Exec. Director 762-4255 1211 N. Nokomis NE www.hfhdouglascounty.org info@hfhdouglascounty.org

organizations Ice Fishing Challenge Anthony Zimny

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Inclusion Network Shari Maloney 762-4466 www.inclusionnetwork.org Jaycees Voicemail www.alexjaycees.com Kiwanis Club - Golden K Gary Zavadil Kiwanis Club - Noon Bruce Nelson

834-3030

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Klothes Kloset - Charitable Thrift Store 660 Northside Dr. NE 763-9888 762-5572

Knute Nelson - “Friends of Knute” Auxiliary & Volunteers Judy Thielke, Life Enhancement Director 420 12th Ave. E 763-1162 www.knutenelson.org jthielke@knutenelson.org Lake Miltona Resorts & Visitor Bureau Steve at Woodland Resort 218-943-5191 Lake Region Arts Council 133 South Mill St. (218) 739-5780 Fergus Falls MN 56537 800-262-2787 lrac4@lracgrants.org www.lrac4.org Lakes Area Quilters Jean Back

Minnesota Deer Hunters Mark Nohre 763-4002 alexandria@mndeerhunters.com

Lakes Area Professional Child Care Assn.

Tonia Hagedon 815-8783 www.lapcca.org

Miracle Horse Riders Candy Esterberg (218) 267-5216 12373 485th Avenue 766-2994 Parkers Prairie miraclehorseriders@hotmail.com

Lakes Area Professional Women (LAPW) Joyce Moe, Pres.

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Kiwanis Vikingland Aktion Club Tam Bukowski 762-4415 www.aktionclub.org

Knights of Columbus 722 6th Ave. East

Lakes Area Humane Society 3811 Nevada St. SW 759-2260 www.lakesareahumanesociety.org

Model Railroad Club Tom Skuza trainweb.org/amra

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Lakes Area Recreation Fritz Bukowski 762-2868 720 Fillmore, Suite B020 www.lakesarearecreation.com

Muskies Inc. - Vikingland Chapter Chris Willander, Pres.(612) 554-8170 www.alexandriamuskies.com

Lakes Chamber Music Society 610 Fillmore, Suite 6 762-5666 www.alexfest.org

National Guard Armory 310 Broadway 762-7817 www.nationalguard.com

LEARN - Home School Support Group Chad Ferguson 763-8890 learnathomemn.com learnathomeinc@gmail.com

Newcomers Club Amy Engel 612-987-1613 P.O. Box 1143 freewebs.com/alexnewcomers/ index.html

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New Horizons for Widows/Widowers Jeri Dawson 491-5409

Let’s Go Fishing With Seniors Mary Krueger 762-3047 725 Elm St., Suite 1200 www.lgfalexandria.com

Parkinson’s Support Group Val Trumm 762-2196 val.trumm@firstlutheran alexandria.com

Lions Club (Evening) Ron Droppo

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Planned Parenthood 1103 Broadway, Ste. 110 762-0766 www.plannedparenthood.org

Lions Club (Golden Brothers) Bruce Jordan 762-8011

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organizations Quilts Along The Trail Carol Mihalchick, Director 859-3800

Senior Companion Program Deb Shay 762-2974

Rainbow Rider Public Transit 1-800-450-7770 www.rainbowriderbus.com

Sertoma Club Chris Huether

Red Hat Clubs Marcia Bolin Red Willow Arts Coalition Sandy Susag, President

524-2174 763-7161

Resorters Golf Tournament Ron Rebrovich 763-3605 Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) West Central Communities Action Heather Thromodson 1-800-492-4805 www.wcmca.org/programs heathert@wcmca.org Runestone Amateur Radio Club George Schouweiler 886-5346 w0alex.org Runestone Area Education District #61-6014 Carla Ptacek, Director 763-5559 700 Northside Drive NE runestoneareaeducationdistrict. weebly.com Runestone Community Center Rod Lorenz 763-4466 City Hall - 704 Broadway arcc@rea-alp.com Runestone Go Kart Association Ron Johnson 491-2618 www.runestonegokart.com

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Sheriff’s Posse Law Enforcement Center 762-8151 216 7th Ave. W Someplace Safe 700 Cedar St., Suite 237 762-1995 www.someplacesafe.info Sons of Norway - Runic Vennskap Lodge #530 Judy Burkey 763-3290 Special Olympics - Area 4 David Dorn 612-604-1261 www.specialolympicsminnesota.org

Vintage Car Club Don Kingston Waska Riders Saddle Club Cindy Anderson www.waskariders.org

846-3637 283-5568

Wings Family Supportive Services 1417 Broadway 763-6638 www.wingsfamilyservices.com 763-3394

Support Groups/Health Care www.alexclinic.com 763-5123 www.dchospital.com 762-1511

Zetetic Study Club Jane Landman

846-2842

Theatre L’Homme Dieu 1875 County Rd. 120 NE 846-3150 P.O. Box 1086 www.tlhd.org

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United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties Jessica Boyer, Exec.Director834-7800 503 Hawthorne St., P.O. Box 1148 www.uwdp.org VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars 1102 3rd Ave. E 763-9221 www.alexandriavfw.com Viking Speedway 762-1559 www.vikingspeedway.net Viking Sportsmen Steve Hoskins 846-7975 www.vikingsportsmen.org vikingsportsmen@gmail.com

Runestone Regional Learning Center Carla Ptacek, Director 762-0627 700 Northside Drive NE runestoneareaeducationdistrict.weebly.com

Vikingland Band Festival Greg DeGier 491-9268 Rhonda Blaser 760-6787 www.vikinglandbandfestival.com

Runestone Rockettes Janice Shogren

Vikingland Builders Association Sandy Argetsinger (651) 230-6870 509 E 22nd Ave, #103 763-3301 www.vikinglandbuilders.com

Salvation Army 622 E. Vernon Ave., Fergus Falls www.salvationarmy.org 218-739-9692

Village Family Service Center 460 Northside Dr., #5 762-8851 www.thevillagefamily.org 1-888-861-4584

Women’s Club Kathryn LeBrasseur

Runestone Museum 206 Broadway 763-3160 www.runestonemuseum.org

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Vikingland Corvette Club Rick Schoenrock 760-8301 vikingvettes@gmail.com

Vikingland Community Support 700 Cedar St., Ste. 144 763-6261

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beaches Public beaches with no lifeguards:

Lifeguard-staffed public beaches:

City Park Beach - Alexandria.

Lake Henry in Alexandria City Park, one block west of County Road 42.

Lake L’Homme Dieu Beach Alexandria.

Take State Highway 29 north of Alexandria to the beach.

Rotary Beach - Alexandria.

Between lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos off County Road 42.

Chippewa County Park Beach Brandon.

Between lakes Little Chippewa and Devil’s off County Road 108.

Lake Latoka Beach - Alexandria.

Take County Road 82 west from Alexandria, turn south on County Road 90, then west onto Latoka Beach Road.

Lake Carlos State Park - Carlos.

Lake Carlos, seven miles north of Alexandria off State Highway 29 and County Road 38.

Lake Osakis Beach - Osakis.

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Lake Carlos State Park public beach.

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Carlos

Darling

Size: 614 acres Depth: 16 feet Features: Shallow with sandy beaches Public access: South end off Lakes Rd.

Size: 2,598 acres Depth: 163 feet Features: Access to chain of lakes, clear, deep Public accesses: North shore in state park off Co. Rd. 38; northeast shore near state park; west shore off Co. Rd. 11; east shore off Co Rd. 42 and E. Lake Carlos Dr. Reports vary, but one story is that lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos were named by an early settler in honor of two friends at West Point Academy.

Size: 1,050 acres Depth: 62 feet Features: Water access to chain of lakes Public access: Access by water from Lake Carlos Named for Andrew Darling who settled in the area in 1860.

Agnes Size: 137 acres Depth: 31 feet Features: Fishing pier in City Park Public access: City-owned access on southwest end off Agnes Blvd.

Named for early settler Will Kinkead’s girlfriend who lived out East.

Andrew Size: 918 acres Depth: 83 feet Features: Sandy beaches, spring-fed, popular recreational lake Public access: Southeast side off Co. Rd. 28 Named for first physician in Alexandria.

Blackwell Size: 307 acres Depth: 42 feet Public access: East side off Country Ln. Named for early settler of Holmes City.

Brophy Size: 293 acres Depth: 44 feet Features: Island, sandy beaches Public access: Northwest shore off Co. Rd. 82 and Brophy Park Rd. Named for Brophy family, early residents.

Burgen Size: 174 acres Depth: 43 feet Features: Small, steeply sloped shoreline Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 23 Named for William Burgen, who lived on the southwest shore in 1869.

Chippewa Size: 1,175 acres Depth: 95 feet Features: Deep, headwaters of Chippewa River Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 12 Named for Native Americans.

Christina Size: 3,978 acres Depth: 14 feet Features: Large, shallow Public access: Southwest end off Co. Rd. 82 Named for the Queen of Sweden.

Cowdry Size: 242 acres Depth: 52 feet Features: Small, clear Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 82 and E. Lake Cowdry Rd. Named for Samuel Cowdry, an early settler.

Crooked Size: 281 acres Depth: 35 feet Features: Quiet Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 27 Named for its contour.

Devils Size: 234 acres Depth: 35 feet Features: Spring-fed, sandy beaches, connects to county park Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 7 and Devil’s Lake Rd.

Freeborn Size: 248 acres Depth: 18 feet Public access: Northwest side off Co. Rd. 96

Geneva Size: 640 acres Depth: 63 feet Features: Pier on north end, access to chain of lakes Public access: Northwest side off Hwy. 29 and Southeast side off Hwy. 27 Called Rowley on early maps; renamed by Walter Scott Shotwell after resort town of Lake Geneva in Switzerland.

Gilbert Size: 202 acres Depth: 17 feet Features: Quiet Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 7 and Moe Hall Rd. Named for an early settler.

Grants Size: 177 acres Depth: 60 feet Public access: Northwest corner off Co. Rd. 94

Henry Size: 152 acres Depth: 32 feet Features: Next to City Park Public access: Accessible by water from Lake Agnes Named for the son of Charles Cook, an early settler.

Ida Size: 4,427 acres Depth: 106 feet Features: Large, clear; sandy beaches Public accesses: North side off Co. Rd. 34 and Big Horn Bay Rd.; east side off Co. Rd. 34 and Pilgrim Point Rd.; southeast side off Co. Rd. 34 and Sunset Strip Named by Myron Colony, one of the lake’s first colonists, in honor of a girlfriend out East.

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lakes Indian

Little Chippewa

Mary

Size: 76 acres Depth: 38 feet Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 6 and Indian Lake Rd.

Size: 269 acres Depth: 24 feet Features: Shallow, sandy, connects to county park Public access: South shore off Co. Rd. 108 Named for native Americans.

Size: 2,450 acres Depth: 40 feet Features: Large, gradual slopes, popular recreational lake Public access: Northwest corner off Hwy. 27; southwest corner off Co. Rd. 4 Named for Mary Kinkead, a sister to some of Alexandria’s original settlers.

Irene Size: 639 acres Depth: 44 feet Public access: Northwest side off Hwy. 29 and Irene Rd.; southeast side off Co. Rd. 64 First known as Reservation Lake, renamed for Irene Roadruck, daughter of early settler.

Latoka Size: 753 acres Depth: 108 feet Features: Clear, deep, good water quality, public swimming beach Public accesses: North side off Co. Rd. 82, West side of South Basin off Hwy. 27 and Vonderheid Dr. An Indian name.

L’Homme Dieu Size: 1,801 acres Depth: 85 feet Features: Access to chain of lakes, public swimming beach Public accesses: Northwest side off Co. Rd. 42; northeast side off Co. Rd. 120 Reports vary, but one story is that lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos were named by an early settler in honor of two friends who attended West Point.

Lobster Size: 1,329 acres Depth: 65 feet Features: Many bays and points, island Public access: West end off Co. Rd. 27 Named for its shape, which resembles a lobster. It is believed this lake was first called Kinkead, but later changed.

Long

Size: 218 acres Depth: 18 feet Public access: East end off Long Lake Rd. Named for its contour.

Louise Size: 214 acres Depth: 33 feet Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 22 Named for a child of Charles Cook, an early settler.

Maple Size: 831 acres Depth: 78 feet Features: Mostly shallow, spring-fed, excellent water quality Public access: North end off Co. Rd. 4; east side off Co. Rd. 87 Named for the many maple trees that surrounded the lake.

Mill Size: 450 acres Depth: 40 feet Features: Spring-fed, deep, clear Public access: Southeast corner off Hwy. 27 Called Cornelia on early maps; unknown how it was renamed.

Miltona Size: 5,724 acres Depth: 105 feet Features: Largest lake in county; deep, clear; sandy beaches Public accesses: North shore off Co. Rd. 14 and Sandy Beach Dr.; northeast side off Hwy. 29 and North Lake Miltona Dr.; west side off Spring Lake Rd. Named for Florence Miltona Roadruck, who homesteaded in Leaf Valley with husband.

Mina Size: 411 acres Depth: 123 feet Public access: North point off Co. Rd. 8 Named by Fredric Von Baumback, a Prussian officer, a major in the Civil War and Secretary of State, for his mother.

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lakes Moon

Rachel

Size: 144 acres Depth: 38 feet Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 82.

Size: 442 acres Depth: 65 feet Public access: East shore off Co. Rd. 93 Named for the daughter of an early Holmes City settler.

Moses Size: 824 acres Depth: 32 feet Features: Clear, sandy Public access: West side off Co. Rd. 16 Named for religious prophet, or possibly for a prominent Alexandria family.

Red Rock

Osakis

Size: 3,793 acres Depth: 23 feet Features: Large, shallow, sandy (most of lake is in Pope County) Public access: Northeast end off Hwy. 29

Size: 6,389 acres Depth: 86 feet Features: Large lake with many bars and fishing structures Public access: South end in Osakis; west side off Co. Rd. 10; north end off Co. Rd. 10 (other access in Todd County) Name likely derived from Ojibwe Indian name for the lake, “Oh-zakees,” which means “place of the Sauk” and refers to Sauk Indians who roamed the area.

Oscar

Size: 903 acres Depth: 22 feet Features: Shallow Public access: East side off Shorewood Dr.

Reno

Round Size: 81 acres Depth: 30 feet Features: Quiet Public access: South end off Co. Rd. 27 Named for its contour.

Smith

Size: 1,119 acres Depth: 25 feet Features: Island Public access: North side off State Hwy. 27 Named for the King of Sweden.

Size: 666 acres Depth: 30 feet Features: Spring-fed, quiet Public access: Northeast corner off Hwy. 27 and Smith Lake Rd. Named for a family that homesteaded near the lake.

Pocket Size: 263 acres Depth: 40 feet Public access: South side off Hwy. 114 and Pocket Lake Rd. Named for its contour.

Stowe Size: 389 acres Depth: 14 feet Public access: West end off Co. Rd. 82 and Stowe Lake Rd.

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Size: 338 acres Depth: 59 feet Public access: Southeast side off Hwy. 29 and E. Lake Vermont Rd.

Victoria Size: 417 acres Depth: 60 feet Features: Long, narrow lake with access to Lake Geneva Public access: South end off Hazel Hill Rd. Called Scocka on early maps; renamed by Walter Shotwell in honor of English queen. His father, Daniel, homesteaded between lakes Victoria and Geneva in 1859.

Whiskey Size: 160 acres Depth: 46 feet Public access: North shore off Co. Rd. 58

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Winona Size: 213 acres Depth: 9 feet Public access: City-owned, carry-in access on northwest end Probably named by Mary Kinkead, sister of Alexander and William, the first settlers in Alexandria. The first child born in Fort Alexandria was also named Winona.

parks Goose Park is three blocks west of Broadway on 5th Avenue West in Alexandria.

State parks Lake Carlos State Park is near Carlos. Take State Hwy. 29 north from Alexandria, turn west on County Rd. 38, turn left into park. Permit is required; purchase at park office ($5/day, $25/year). The park features hiking, snowshoe, cross-country ski and snowmobile trails, picnic tables, shelters, swimming beach, canoe/paddleboat rentals, play area, camp sites, camper cabins, group camp, restrooms, showers, boat landing, amphitheater, visitor/interpretive center, naturalist programs, geocaching, equestrian area.

County parks Chippewa Park is three miles north of Brandon on County Rd. 108. It features picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, restrooms, showers, drinking water, a swimming beach (no lifeguard), playground, horseshoe pit and camping sites.

Curt Felt Memorial Park is north of Alexandria off County Rd. 42. It has a volleyball court, playground, a picnic shelter, restrooms and a softball field.

Lake Brophy Park is west of Alexandria at the intersection of County Rds. 82 and 8.

It has picnic tables, charcoal grills, restroom, drinking water, playground and views of Lake Brophy.

Kensington Runestone Park is 15 miles west of Alexandria on State Hwy. 27. It’s where the famed Kensington Runestone was found. There are picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, heated building with kitchen facilities, softball field, horseshoe pit, volleyball court, playground, hiking and cross country ski trails and historic displays.

Spruce Hill Park is near Miltona (from Alexandria, take Hwy. 29 to County Rd. 5 and go east five miles).

It has picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, softball field, and interpretive, hiking and cross country ski trails.

City parks Most cities in the area maintain city parks, many of which offer playground equipment and picnic areas.

Alexandria City Park is at the north end of Alexandria, one block west of County Rd. 42. It offers a playground, picnic area, tennis courts, swimming beach, bathhouse and fishing pier.

Big Ole Central Park is on the north end of Broadway in Alexandria, next to Lake Agnes. It features a gazebo, kiosk shelter and serves as a trail head for the Central Lakes Trail.

Dean Melton Fillmore Park is at Fillmore St. and 15th Ave. West in Alexandria.

Fred Foslien Park is in Victoria Heights, two blocks south of Hwy. 27 off Knut Street in Alexandria.

Geneva Crest Park is on the west side of Lake Geneva in Alexandria (take Hwy. 27 East, turn north on Birch Ave., go 3/4 mile, go east on Basswood two blocks and north on Geneva Dr.).

Lake Agnes Park is on the south shore of Lake Agnes along County Rd. 37 in Alexandria.

Lake Connie Park is on 7th Ave. East between Roosevelt and Spruce streets in Alexandria.

Lakeview Park is near Hwy. 27 East and Birch Ave. in Alexandria (take Hwy. 27 East to Birch Ave., turn west on Runestone Place and west on Lake Park Ave.).

Legion Park is at Broadway and 8th Ave. West in Alexandria.

Manor Hills Park is in Alexandria. Take Hwy. 29 North to Manor Dr. and go two blocks to the right on Springdale.

Martin’s Hope Park is on 2nd Ave. across the street from Big Ole Central Park.

Noonan Park is at Nokomis Street and 10th Ave. in Alexandria.

Oak Knoll Park is on the northeast side of Alexandria near McKay Ave. Take Hwy. 29 North, turn right on McKay Ave. and left on Oak Knoll Dr. Osagi Park is on Lake St. in Osakis. It features picnic tables and shelter, restrooms, playground and lakeshore (no swimming area).

Pooch Playland is a dog park with a fenced-in area located at the south end of Victor St. in Alexandria.

Runestone Park is about one mile east of Broadway in Alexandria on 6th Ave. East.

Lake Carlos State Park features hiking, snowshoe, cross country ski and snowmobile trails, a swimming beach, paddleboat rentals and more.

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