Guide to Douglas County 2024

DOUGLAS COUNTY 2024 guide to

RESOURCE GUIDE FOR: parks  schools  churches  attractions  area history government  restaurants  shopping  events

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Welcome to Douglas County, a region rich with history, the arts, and a commerce that is also steeped in a sense of community and pride.

The staff at the Echo Press is pleased to bring you this indispensable resource guide to the events, towns, medical services, entertainment, schools, churches, government o ices, restaurants, businesses and organizations that make Douglas County run day in and day out.

This guide is a handy reference to serve you throughout 2024 and into 2025. It includes important contact information, dates and times for local events, list of local organizations,

names of elected o icials, a bit of local history and so much more.

Whether you live here year-round or just a few months out of the year, whether you vacation here regularly or are just passing through, we welcome you to beautiful Douglas County.

phone & web INFORMATION

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

EMERGENCY – 911

Law enforcement (non-emergency)

Alexandria Police............................320-763-6631

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

Osakis Police

320-762-8151

320-859-2550

Minnesota State Patrol ...................... 651-201-7000

Fire departments .................. IF EMERGENCY, DIAL 911. Non-emergency:

Alexandria

Brandon ...................................

Carlos......................................

320-763-6488

320-524-2220

320-852-3000

Evansville ..................................320-834-4995

Forada

320-762-0300

Garfield ....................................320-834-3250

Kensington.................................

320-965-2500

Leaf Valley .................................320-834-2540

Millerville

Miltona

Osakis .....................................

320-760-0865

320-943-1501

320-859-2150

Alomere Health (hospital)........................320-762-1511

Minnesota Road Conditions .............................. 511

National Suicide Prevention...........1-800-273-8255 (TALK) Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222

LOCAL WEBSITES

Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission www.livingalexarea.org

Alexandria city..............................................................www.ci.alexandria.mn.us

Alexandria Hotel and Hospitality www.explorealex.com

Alexandria Lakes Area

Chamber of Commerce............................................www.alexandriamn.org

Alexandria Police Department................www.alexandriapolice.com

Alexandria Township www.alexandriatownship.org

Alomere Health (hospital)................................................alomerehealth.com

Brandon city www.brandonmn.com

Brandon Township.............................................www.brandontownship.org

Carlos city www.cityofcarlos.com

Carlos Township..........................................................www.carlostownship.org

Douglas County www.co.douglas.mn.us

Douglas County Historical Society.............................www.dchsmn.org

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

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HISTORY douglas county

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

The area was a wilderness of woods, prairies and lakes and was home to Dakota and Chippewa Indians. Archeologists date the earliest bones and artifacts found in area burial sites as being more than 2,000 years old.

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 Dakota were forming war parties. Many settlers headed east to safety, while others combined forces to defend their property. The Dakota uprising was too powerful, however, and the settlements were abandoned.

Months later, settlers returned to the county and soldiers arrived to build a stockade in Alexandria for protection. Treaties were later signed with the Dakota, 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 Stephen Douglas, a statesman and leader in the Democratic Party who helped with its establishment.

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.

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 line, 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.

Main Street, Evansville

Geneva Beach Hotel

View of Brandon.

Osakis

TOWNS area

ALEXANDRIA

Alexandria’s population of 14,861 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 497, 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 on 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.

FORADA

Forada, population 170, 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).

GARFIELD

Garfield, population 347, is located about seven miles west of Alexandria on County Road 82. The railway village was platted Feb. 17, 1882, and incorporated Sept. 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

Kensington, population 272, 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 101, 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 432, 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 183, 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 1,771, 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-zakees” means “place of the Sauk” and refers to the Sauk Indians who lived in the area for a short time.

COMMUNITIES unincorporated

BELLE RIVER

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. 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 lies 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.

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.

ALEXANDRIA CLINIC, P.A.

A Service of Alomere Health 610 30thAvenue West Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-5123 or 1-800-646-4220

www.alomerehealth.com

OSAKIS MEDICAL CLINIC

A Service of Alomere Health 811 3rd Avenue East Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-3038 or 1-800-989-3038

www.alomerehealth.com

HEARTLAND ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS

A Service of Alomere Health 111 17th Avenue East, Suite 101 Alexandria, MN 56308 320-762-1144 or 1-800-762-1177

www.heartlandorthopedics.com

SERVICES medical

ALOMERE HEALTH (HOSPITAL)

111 17th Avenue East, Alexandria, MN 56308

320-762-1511 | www.alomerehealth.com

Carl Vaagenes, Chief Executive Officer

Business Office (Account Services Self Pay) – 320-759-4242

Business Office (Insurance) – 320-762-0857

Cardiopulmonary Services – 320-762-6006

Dialysis (Fresenius) – 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 Oncology – 320-762-6650

Medical/Surgical Nursing Unit – 320-759-4200

Radiation/Oncology (CentraCare) – 320-762-8903

Rayus Radiology - Alexandria – 320-762-6040

Rehabilitation Services (Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy) – 320-762-6079

Rehab at YMCA – 320-762-6479

Surgery Center – 320-762-6030

BROADWAY CLINIC 1527 Broadway Street Alexandria, MN 56308

320-762-0399 or 1-888-640-0399 www.sanfordhealth.org

ALEXANDRIA historic downtown

HAPPENING

Here’s a peek at some of the happenings that are planned in Historic Downtown Alexandria in the coming months:

Boutique Crawl: May 10-11

Sidewalk Sale: May 22-25

Wine, Ale & Art Crawl: June (TBD)

Take a trip back through history when you visit downtown Alexandria. The town and merchants who populate the downtown stores take pride in Alexandria’s legacy and are dedicated to making your visit memorable.

Formed in 1967, the Alexandria Downtown Merchants Association (ADMA) strives to strengthen the attractiveness of downtown for Alexandria shoppers, residents, visitors and business owners alike, while being recognized as a destination and a source of true value in the community.

From Third to Eighth Avenue, downtown Alexandria brims with history reaching back to the 1800s and is home to popular shopping destinations such as antiques, unique boutiques, gift shops, eateries, museums and theater.

ADMA is the largest retail organization in Alexandria. Its focus is to leverage the individual resources of small businesses to promote downtown Alexandria with a unified intensity.

The group organizes projects and events that take place downtown, as well as paying special attention to the beauty and aesthetic appeal of the downtown area.

ADMA also purchases the flower baskets that hang downtown in the summer.

Vikingland Band Festival: June 30

Downtown Crazy Days: Aug. 1-3

Oletober Fest: Sept. 6-8

Fall Preview: Sept. 16-20

Boutique Crawl: Oct 18-19

Downtown Trick or Treat: Oct. 31

Shoppers on the Hunt: Nov. 8-10

Christmas in the Fort: Nov. 29

Small Business Saturday: Nov. 30

*Events are subject to change (Check downtownalexandria.com for updates.)

HOME IMPROVEMENT CENTER Central Minnesota’s Most Complete

LIBRARY douglas county

720 Fillmore, Alexandria, MN 56308

Email: library@douglascounty.lib.mn.us Website: www.douglascountylibrary.org

Main - 320-762-3014

Children’s - 320-762-3013

LIBRARY HOURS

Mon-Thurs: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

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 100,000 items as well as many other services:

Newspapers

Audio books

DVDs

Downloadable e-books

Periodicals

ROOMS:

Computer lab with 12 computers and 2 scanners

2 quiet rooms

Small conference room with Smart Board

Book/CD sets

Compact discs

Large print materials

Paperbacks

Book club kits

Large meeting room with Smart Board

Medium meeting room Study room

SERVICES PROVIDED FOR MINIMAL FEES INCLUDE:

Self-serve photocopies

Computer lab photocopies

Fax services

Large meeting room rental

Small conference room rental Proctoring

RENTALS:

Overhead projector

Slide Projector

OTHER: Scanning

Friends of the Library bookstore (closed during pandemic)

Charging stations for cell phones and devices

Author events

Children’s story hours

Seasonal reading programs

Community Read (May-June) Craft classes for adults and children and teens

Libby Hoopla

Pronunciator

ABC Mouse

eBooks Minnesota Wowbrary

Powerpoint Projector Projector Screens

MNLink

ElibraryMN

MN Writes Reads Value Line

My Heritage

A-Z: Foods, Maps, USA, World Culture, World foods Friends of the Library Book Club

Douglas County Library Book Club

Pencraft (writing classes) Computer and iPad Classes

We also offer maker space classes on 3D printing, Cricut machines and laser cutting.

Please watch the website for class date/sizes.

MEDIA news

NEWSPAPER

The Echo Press, The Shopper, Classy Canary

1920 Turning Leaf Lane SW, Suite 12 Alexandria, MN 56308

RADIO STATIONS

PraiseLive (Christian)

KBHL: 103.9 FM

P.O. Box 247

402 E. Pike St. Osakis, MN 56360

1-800-658-2229

Website: www.praiselive.org

Email: mail@praiselive.org

Echo Press: 320-763-3133

Tipline: 320-815-0834

Website: www.echopress.com

Email: echo@echopress.com

KIKV 100.7 FM (Country)

Cool 94.3 FM (The lakes greatest hits)

2060 Digital (digital marketing)

Lakes Deals (local discount shopping) 604 3rd Avenue West Alexandria, MN 56308

Office: (320) 762-2154

Studios: Cool (320) 762-6534, KIKV (320) 763-KIKV

Websites: www.kikvradio.com, www.cool943.com

Email: Alexandrianews@hbi.com

KXRA AM (News/talk) 1490 AM & 100.3 FM & 105.7 FM

KX92 FM (Classic rock) 92.3 FM

Z99 FM (Today’s Hit Music) 99.3 FM 1312 Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 763-3131

Website: www.voiceofalexandria.com

Email: info@voiceofalex.com

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GOVERNMENT state/federal

STATE REPRESENTATIVES:

Mary Franson (R) – District 12B

303 State Office Building

St. Paul, MN 55155-1206

Phone – 651- 296-3201

Email – rep.mary.franson@house.mn.gov

Tom Murphy (R) – District 9B

313 State Office Building

St. Paul, MN 55155-1206

Phone – 651-296-4946

Email – rep.tom.murphy@house.mn.gov

STATE SENATORS:

Torrey Westrom (R) – District 12

95 University Ave. W.

St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone – 651-296-3826

Email – sen.torrey.westrom@senate.mn

Jordan Rasmusson (R) – District 9

95 University Ave. W.

St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone – 651-296-4875

Email – use email form at senate.mn

MN Senate Information: 651-296-0504; 1-888-234-1112 (toll free)

MN House Information: 651-296-2146; 1-800-657-3550 (toll free)

GOVERNOR:

Tim Walz (DFL)

130 State Capitol

75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone – 651-201-3400; 1-800-657-3717

Email – Use online form at https://mn.gov/governor/ contact/

Website – www.mn.gov/governor

U.S. REP. – DISTRICT 7:

Michelle Fischbach (R) 2211 First Street S., Suite 190 Willmar, MN 56201

Phone – 202-225-2165; 320-403-6100

Fax – 202-225-1593

Website – fischbach.house.gov

U.S. SENATORS:

Amy Klobuchar (DFL)

425 Dirksen Senate Building Washington, D.C. 20510

Phone – 202-224-3244; 1-888-224-9043

Fax – 202-228-2186

Website – klobuchar.senate.gov

Tina Smith (DFL)

720 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510

Phone – 202-224-5641

Website – smith.senate.gov

GOVERNMENT county HEADS county department

DISTRICT 1:

Keith Englund – 320-760-2476 16357 Co. Rd. 19 NW, Ashby, MN 56309

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 2:

Tim Kalina – 320-808-5749 14098 County Road 21 SW Alexandria, MN 56308

District 2 includes LaGrand and Lake Mary townships and Alexandria City Ward 5.

DISTRICT 3:

Jerry Rapp – 320-766-2065 11418 Minnesouri Rd. Alexandria, MN 56308

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

DISTRICT 4:

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

District 4 includes Alexandria’s Ward 2; Alexandria and HudsonTownship; city of Forada and city of Nelson.

DISTRICT 5:

Shane Schmidt – 320-760-1991 4014 Rosewood Lane SE Alexandria, MN 56308

District 5 includes Alexandria’s Ward 1, 3,and 4.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners meets in the Douglas County Administration Building, 821 Cedar Street, on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 9 a.m.

LEADERS division &

(All phone numbers below are 320 area code.)

Ag/Ditch Inspector: Tom Anderson 762-2961

Assessor: Stacy Honkomp 762-3884

Attorney: Chad Larson 762-3856

Auditor/Treasurer: Vicki Doehling 762-3077

Coordinator: Heather Schlangen 7623022

Corrections: Les Gruwell 391-5740

Court Administration: Kim Peterson 762-6050

Emergency Management/ PIO: Julie Anderson 304-7115

Finance: Jill Frisell 762-3097

Horizon Public Health: Ann Stehn 762-6018

Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA): Emajean Hanson-Ford 7623849

Information Systems: Brent Birkeland 762-3040

Land and Resource Management: Dave Rush 762-3863

Library: Dawn Dailey 762-3015

Maintenance: Rodney Naab 460-7762

License Bureau: Susan Crotteau 762-3897

Parks Division: Brad Bonk 762-2999

Public Works: Tim Erickson 762-2967

Recorder: Mary Skillings 762-3877

Recycling/Organics Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste: Nathan Reinbold 763-9340

Senior Services: Bonnie Bina, 762-3047

Sheriff: Troy Wolbersen 762-8151

Social Services: Laurie Bonds 762-2302

Waste-to-Energy Facility/ Solid Waste: Steve Vrchota 763-9340

Surveyor: Patrick Veraguth 762-2964

U of M Extension: Cecillia Amadou 762-3890

Veteran Services: Jacob Turner 762-3883

GOVERNMENT township TOWNSHIP alexandria

BELLE RIVER TOWNSHIP

jlusty53@hotmail.com

Clerk/Treasurer: Jesse Lusty – 612-8050200

Supervisors: Mary Wessel – 320-7609874

Gerald “Jerry” Nelson – 320-766-1727

Andrew Miller – 320-852-9887

Meetings: 1st Monday at 7 p.m.

BRANDON TOWNSHIP

www.brandontownship.org

mcleary@brandontownship.org

Clerk: Mike Cleary – 320-290-4490

Supervisors: Bryan Meichsner – 320808-6336

Kerby Lund – 320-760-1186

Dennis Lund – 320-808-3737

Treasurer: Kathy Zimmerman – 320-8343570

Meetings: 3rd Monday 7 p.m.

CARLOS TOWNSHIP

www.carlostownship.org

rebecca.pemn@gmail.com

Clerk: Rebecca Anderson – 320-8460373

Supervisors: Bill Krivanek – 320-8460668

Rod Meyers – 320-491-5163

Dwayne Waldorf – 320-852-7827

Treasurer: Tammy Schwegel – 320-8527454

Meetings: 2nd & 4th Thursday at 7 p.m.

www.alexandriatownship.org

clerk@alexandriatownship.org

Office: 320-759-5300

Clerk: Gregg Raisanen – 320-491-6977

Supervisors: Rod Eldevik – 320-763-7566

Jeff Oberg – 763-229-4580

Joel Dahlheimer – 320-808-1441

Jerry Wright – 320-763-7459

Dennis Butz – 320-219-0255

Treasurer: Mona Billmark – 320-815-1089

Meetings: 1st & 3rd Monday at 6 p.m.

EVANSVILLE TOWNSHIP

clerkevansvilletownship@gmail.com

Clerk: Mary Wright – 320-815-0023

Supervisors: Kyle Weets – 320-815-3260

Douglas Lee – 320-524-2634

Tony Wright – 320-815-7168

Treasurer: Jeanine Henneman – 320-4910663

Meetings: 3rd Tuesday at 8 p.m. January thru April and in December at 7 p.m.

TOWNSHIP ida

www.idatownship.com

idatwp@wisper-wireless.com 320-834-3377

Clerk/Treasurer: Heather Miller – 320-766-8337

Supervisors: Daniel Diedrich – 320-815-0299

Michelle Elmer – 320-766-2938

Jeff Way – 320-766-7290

Meetings: (Mar – Oct) 1st & 3rd Monday at 7:30 p.m. and (Nov – Feb) 3rd Monday at 7:30 p.m.

township GOVERNMENT

HOLMES CITY TOWNSHIP

www.holmescitytownship.org

holmescitytownship.org

320-283-6010

Clerk/Treasurer: Christopher Wanner –763-350-5005

Deputy clerk/treasurer: Julie Rice – 320212-5030

Supervisors: Gary Schuneman – 320283-5507

Darin Weisel – 320-763-6600

Joe Callahan – 763-286-8615

Meetings: 3rd Monday at 7 p.m.

HUDSON TOWNSHIP

www.facebook.com/HudsonTownship hudsontownship16@gmail.com

Clerk: Carol Hedlund – 320-760-9752

Supervisors: Daniel New – 303-3049074

Jeff Tvrdik – 320-762-1847

Scott Tvrdik – 320-808-1850

Treasurer: Cindy VanLuik – 320-7609492

Meetings 2nd Thursday at 7 p.m.

LAGRAND TOWNSHIP

www.lagrandtownship.com clerk@lagrandtownship.com

320-763-7482

Clerk: Kelly Beilke – 320-491-9293

Supervisors: Ben Johnson – 320-8152776

Dick Miller – 320-808-6011

Greg Bowen – 320-304-1010

Treasurer: Paulynn Terhark – 320-7622129

Meetings: 1st & 3rd Monday at 4:30 p.m.

LAKE MARY TOWNSHIP

www.lakemarytwpmn.govoffice2.com

lakemarytownship@hotmail.com

Clerk: Susan Hanson – 320-766-5205

Supervisors: Pete Fernholz – 320-4919335

Max Radil – 320-219-8161

James Schmidt – 320-491-1349

Treasurer: Christy Tvrdik – 320-309-0471

Meets at Town Hall on the second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m.

LEAF VALLEY TOWNSHIP

www.leafvalleytownship.com clerk@leafvalleytownship.com

Clerk: Trista Johnson – 612-695-3111

Supervisors: Dale Diedrich – 218-2672243

Brent Ost – 218-639-3775

Bob Hansen – 320-760-4017

Treasurer: Barb Guenther – 218-267-5741

Meetings: 2nd Thursday at 7 p.m.

LUND TOWNSHIP

www.lundtownshipmn.us

lundtownship17@gmail.com

Clerk: Kim Englund – 320-815-0935

Supervisors: Mike New – 320-424-3253

Lars Nelson – 320-766-2938

Jon Ford – 507-383-8915

Treasurer: Tracy Zickur – 320-808-5249

Meetings: 3rd Tuesday at 7 p.m.

MILLERVILLE TOWNSHIP

milltown@gctel.com

Clerk: Marilyn Bitzan – 320-876-2123

Supervisors: Kenneth Kuhn – 320-8344874

Michael Bramwell – 612-968-2167

Doug Schaffer – 320-760-8631

Treasurer: Laura Piehl – 952-594-9910

Meetings: 2nd Thursday at 6 p.m.

MILTONA TOWNSHIP

www.miltonatownship.org

tomb@lakemiltonagolfclub.com

Clerk: Tom Blank – 320-852-7078

Supervisors: Gary “Andy” Anderson –320-304-2211

Jerome Haggenmiller – 218-943-1841

Matt Kugler – 320-808-0039

Treasurer: Stephanie Stueve – 320-8156397

Meetings: 1st Monday at 7 p.m.

TOWNSHIP moe

www.moetownship.org moetownshipclerk@gmail.com

Clerk: Scott Wright – 763-229-6583

Supervisors: Lynn Bushard – 320-834-3446

John Krafthefer – 320-491-9003

Jerome Kostreba – 320-760-5372

Treasurer: Florence Wieneke – 763-310-6263

Meetings: 1st Monday at 7 p.m.

GOVERNMENT township

ORANGE TOWNSHIP

jenrlent@hotmail.com

Clerk: Jennifer Dietrich – 320-766-0288

Supervisors: Mitch Zarbok – 320-8595087

Dave Boogaard – 320-815-4351

Dan Mensen – 320-533-1002

Treasurer: Barb Boogaard – 320-3043875

Meetings: 2nd Monday at 8 p.m.

OSAKIS TOWNSHIP

osakistownship@hotmail.com

Clerk/treasurer: Dawn McNeal – 320808-9958

Deputy Clerk/Treasurer: Bev Guyette –320-266-6197

Supervisors: Daniel Melby – 320-8081646

Gene Rasmusen – 320-808-1388

Howard Swenstad – 218-639-3105

Meetings: 2nd Monday at 7 p.m.

SOLEM TOWNSHIP

solemtownship@runestone.net

Clerk: Marcy Holl – 320-965-2291

Supervisors: Bruce Wohlforth – 320965-2655

Curt Hamen – 320-965-2760

Mark Fernholz – 320-766-7755

Treasurer: Kevin Holl – 320-965-2291

Meetings: 2nd Monday at 7 p.m. (April thru November at 8 p.m.)

SPRUCE HILL TOWNSHIP

jlusty53@hotmail.com

Clerk/Treasurer: Jesse Lusty – 612-8050200

Supervisors: Lawrence L. Skoglund –320-219-1735

Terry Sather – 320-491-7270

Brad Lusty – 320-760-4449

Meetings: 2nd Monday at 8 p.m. (December-February 7 p.m.)

URNESS TOWNSHIP

judell8@hotmail.com

Clerk: Judi Andreasen – 320-760-5393

Supervisors: Scott Holl – 320-808-5159

Richard Pautsch – 507-327-8095

Jerry Johnson – 320-815-3392

Treasurer: Joan Barsness – 218-731-7607

Meets at Urness Town Hall on the second Monday of each month, 6 p.m.

715 Victor St, Alexandria, MN 56308

320-759-2132

Vistaprairie.org/Windmillponds Facebook.com/Windmillponds

ALEXANDRIA

POP 14,861

56308

City Hall - 320-763-6678

www.alexandriamn.city

mschultz@alexandriamn.city

Mayor – Bobbie Osterberg - 320-759-3632

Administrator – Martin Schultz - 320-7593629

City council:

Ward I – Bill Franzen - 320-759-3683

Ward II – Roger Thalman 320-759-3684

Ward III – Scott Allen - 320-759-3685

Ward IV – Nicole Mace - 320-759-3686

Ward V – Andrew Wiener - 320-759-3687

Police chief – Scott Kent - 320-759-3701

Fire chief – Jeff Karrow - 320-808-3590

City attorney – Tom Jacobson - 320-763-3141

Assessor – Reed Heidelberger - 320-7593628

Building Department – Lynn Timm - 320759-3644

Fire Hall (non-emergency) – 320-763-6488

City planner – Mike Weber - 320-759-3626

Street department – Dane Bosl – 320-8158430

Public Works Division Director – Bill Thoennes - 320-760-2928

ALP Utilities – 320-763-6501

Alexandria Airport – 320-762-2111

Economic Development Commission – 320763-4545

Runestone Community Center – 320-7634466

Meetings: 2nd & 4th Monday

GOVERNMENT

BRANDON

POP 489 56315

City Hall - 320-524-2260

www.brandonmn.com

brndcity@gctel.com

Mayor – Roger Campbell - 320524-2457

Clerk/Treasurer – Debra Grommesh - 320-524-2260

City council:

Jerry Bitzan - 320-524-2667

Jordyn Bossert - 701-640-5106

Brad Klossner - 320-808-1327

Jesse Beaumia - 651-295-8133

Fire chief – Jeron Buchholz - 320304-1933

City attorney – Mike Dolan - 320762-2361

Meetings: 1st Monday

CARLOS

POP 497 56319

City Hall - 320-852-3000

www.cityofcarlos.com

office@cityofcarlos.com

Mayor – Todd Burgess - 320-8150493

Clerk/Treasurer – Lori Johnson320-852-3000

City council: Lori Johnson - 320-852-3000

Donna Eveslage - 320-808-9464

James Young - 320-805-0294

Ronna Berghoff - 320-491-1892

Ashley Wildman - 218-639-7498

Fire chief – Colton Steidl - 320766-0183

City attorney – Thomas Klecker320-762-2361 and Mike Dolan - 320-762-2361

Meetings: 2nd Thursday at 7 p.m.

EVANSVILLE

POP 612 56326

City Hall - 320-834-4995

www.evansvillemn.com evansvil@gctel.com

Mayor – Chuck Steffenson - 320834-4626

Clerk/Treasurer – Diana Olson320-834-4995

City council:

Michael Hudson - 218-391-4377

Colleen Shores - 320-766-3950

Julie Aasness - 320-815-0631

Monica Olson - 320-808-8398

Fire chief – Cory Jaenisch - 218770-1236

City attorney – Mike Dolan - 320762-2361

Meetings: 2nd Monday at 6:30 p.m.

city GOVERNMENT

FORADA

POP 170

56308

City Hall - 320-763-6500

www.foradacity.com

cityofforada@gmail.com

Mayor – Bob Verkinderen - 320766-5075

Clerk/Treasurer – David Reller701-212-7487

City council: Scott Erickson - 320-763-7099

Gwen Egly - 612-810-1257

Mitch Critz - 320-760-7214

Fire chief – Bob Steidl - 320-7600630

City attorney – Bill Leuthner320-762-0259

Tuesday at 7 p.m.

GARFIELD

POP 347

56332

City Hall - 320-834-2238

www.garfieldmn.com

cityhall@garfieldmn.com

Mayor – Jason Uhde - 320-7660145

Clerk/Treasurer – Paulynn

Terhark - 320-834-2238

City council: Troy Mills - 320-834-2743

John Nienaber Jr. - 320-460-0520

Ryan Holverson - 320-766-4305

Trent Ziegelman - 320-760-7308

Fire chief – Eric Rieber - 320-4913858

City attorney – Thomas Klecker320-762-2361 and Mike Dolan - 320-762-2361

Meetings: 2nd Monday at 6 p.m.

MILLERVILLE

POP 101 56315

millervillecity@gctel.net

Mayor – Paul Thoennes - 320815-1519

Clerk/Treasurer – Jennifer Lysfjord - 320-834-5020

City council:

Spencer Arnold - 920-988-5681

Sharon Wagner - 320-527-3442

Mitch Brandsted - 320-815-6886

Lori Roers - 320-834-4060

Fire chief – Troy Becker - 320760-0865

City attorney – Mike Dolan - 320762-2361

Meetings:1st Tuesday 7 p.m.

MILTONA

POP 432 56354

City Hall - 218-943-1501

www.miltona.org

miltona1@midwestinfo.net

Mayor – Alan Bettermann - 218943-5644

Clerk/Treasurer – Bob Guetter218-943-1501

City council: Kevin Lee - (320) 491-3179

Joseph Leesch - 218-219-0084

Mickey Lint - 320-766-1206

Kim Thoennes - 218-943-1055

Fire chief: Jim Hubbling - 218770-7398

City attorney: Tom Klecker - 320762-2361

Meetings: 2nd Wednesday at 7 p.m.

KENSINGTON city of

POP 272 56343

www.kensingtonmn.com

ktown@runestone.net

Mayor – Jim Schecker - 320-965-6203

Clerk – Jennifer Kangas - 320-965-2500

Treasurer – Pryce Score - 320-965-2711

City council: John Gran - 320-965-3003

Emmy Maheux - 320-965-2327

Joe Miles - 320-965-2247

Brock Green - 320-965-3164

Fire chief – Jared Johnson - 320-760-0507

City attorney: Thornton, Hegg, Reif, Dolan & Bowen - 320-762-2361

Meetings:1st Monday at 7 p.m.

NELSON

POP 183 56355

City Hall - 320-304-2882

cityofnelson@yahoo.com

Mayor – Sean Gay - 320-766-7070

Clerk/Treasurer – Tiffany Heinrich - 320-304-2882

City council: Jeff Leroux - 952-288-9254

Corina Weinhandl - 320-491-8181

Luann Gibson - 320-293-5600

Gary Radtke - 320-760-2450

City attorney – Mike Dolan - 320-762-2361

Meetings: 1st Monday at 7 p.m.

OSAKIS

POP 1,771 56360

City Hall - 320-859-2150 www.cityofosakis.com

cityhall@cityofosakis.com

Mayor – Dan Wessel - 320-250-3078

Clerk/Treasurer – Angela Jacobson - 320-859-2150

City council: Tim Thornbloom - 320-491-2848

Alan Larson - 320-766-8681

Stephanie Finnegan - 320-766-9070

Laura Backes - 320-859-4621

Fire chief – Travis Middendorf - 320-267-6640

Police chief – Chad Gulbranson - 320-859-2550

City attorney – Mike Dolan - 320-762-2361

Council meets at City Hall, 14 Nokomis St. E., 2nd Monday of each month at 7 p.m.

central lakes TRAIL

The Central Lakes Trail is a paved biking and walking trail that spans Douglas County from Osakis through Evansville and on to Fergus Falls in Otter Tail County.

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. The trail then moves on through Ashby inGrant County and into Otter Tail County where it passes through Dalton before ending in Fergus Falls.

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

Other trailheads 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 one of the longest paved bike trails in the state. The Central Lakes Trail (www.centrallakestrail.com) is used as a snowmobile trail in the winter.

JULY 16, 2024

Rotary Shelter Grand Opening

Blonde and the Bohunk Sponsored by Tradesman Construction

The Fabulous Armadillos Presented by Alomere Health

JULY 23, 2024

The Three of Us Sponsored by Sanford Health XPEDITION

Presented by Clifton, Larson, Allen

JULY 30, 2024

Runestone Rebellion Sponsored by Juettner Motors

Janelle Kendall and the Perfect Storm Presented by Knute Nelson

AUGUST 6, 2024

Blonde and the Bohunk Sponsored by Bell Bank

Johnny Holm Band Presented by Diamond Buick. GMC

OLEbig

One of the most eye-catching “landmarks” in Alexandria is Big Ole – a Viking statue in Big Ole Central Park at the north end of Broadway. The idea for the statue began in January 1964 when North Star World’s Fair Corporation in Osseo began working on an addition to the Minnesota display for the New York World’s Fair. The display was to feature the Kensington Runestone in an animated scene titled “Minnesota, Birthplace of America.” The new item to coincide with this display was a 28-foot, four-ton Viking statue. Big Ole was completed by Gorden Displays of Minneapolis in April 1965 and transported to New York for the World’s Fair. He arrived in Alexandria in December 1965. Big Ole most recently underwent repairs and a new paint job, including new beard color, in 2016.

ATTRACTIONS popular

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.

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 foreignborn 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 genealogical research. The foundation includes several buildings, including the Thompson house, Johanson house, country schoolhouse, log cabin, root cellar, pioneer church, prayer chapel, town hall and Johnson house. 218-948-2010; evansvillehistory.org.

KENSINGTON RUNESTONE

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 landed in 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 Sixth Avenue in Alexandria.

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 and print copies of the Osakis Review newspaper. 320-859-6777.

veterans

A public space for celebration, and a quiet place for private reflection and healing, this park in Alexandria honors veterans of all branches of the United States Armed Forces, living or deceased, going back to the 19th century. It was dedicated in 2020.

LET NO VETERAN BE FORGOTTEN

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.

LEGACY OF THE LAKES MUSEUM

The Legacy of the Lakes Museum inAlexandria was formed in 1995 by local residents as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of antique and classic watercraft, resort memorabilia and sporting equipment used on Minnesota lakes. The museum first opened in 2004, with a new building constructed in 2006. Its name was changed to Legacy of the Lakes in 2016 as it celebrated its 10th anniversary. The museum celebrates area lake traditions and legacies and is committed to their preservation for future generations. 320-759-1114; legacyofthelakes.org.

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

COALITION red willow arts

The Red Willow Arts Coalition was formed in 2009 to promote the arts and provide entertainment events for the lakes area. The coalition offers “Concerts on the Courthouse Lawn” every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Douglas County Courthouse, 305 Eighth Avenue West, Alexandria throughout the summer. The coalition is strictly made up of volunteers, and business sponsorships and free-will donations cover the performers’ fees, making all concerts free to the public. Visit www.redwillowartscoalition.org for more information.

ALEXANDRIA ART GUILD

The Alexandria Art Guild is a non-profit organized in support of the visual arts in the Alexandria community. Artists and art lovers meet monthly on the third Wednesday of each month. The annual Art deTour held mid-June invites the public to visit the artists in their studios and shop a wide array of original art. For information and to see member artists visit www.alexart.org or email alexartguild@gmail. com.

ENTERTAINMENT area central lakes concert ASSOCIATION

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.org.

ANDRIA THEATRE

Andria Theatre is the premier live theater and performing arts center in Alexandria. It is home to the Alexandria Area Arts Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Its mission is to build community by igniting interest and participation in and through the performing arts. This mission is accomplished by providing community-based theater and education-oriented programming that exceeds expectations, led by a staff of seasoned professionals and governed by the board of directors.

Andria Theatre presents five live entertainment mainstage productions each season. Shows are a mix of family entertainment and those geared toward adults. The Student Theatre Project classes in the summer and fall also capstone in productions starring the students.

The Central Lakes Concert Association 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.

All concerts take place at the Performing Arts Center at the Alexandria Area High School, 4300 Pioneer Rd., Alexandria.

For more information on the Central Lakes Concert Association, call Randy Morken, president, at 320-4916308 or visit www.concertassociation.net.

summer sounds by BROPHY

ENTERTAINMENT area

Summer Sounds by Brophy is a concert series put on by the Alexandria Rotary Club and sponsored by several local businesses.

The purpose of the concert series, according to the event’s website, is to bring the community together while raising money for various community projects and improve park facilities throughout Douglas County. The concerts are free and for all ages. There will be food trucks on site. Coolers are not allowed, but attendees can grab a drink from the Summer Sounds Pub and help support the fundraising efforts.

A shuttle will run every 10 minutes from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. from the Douglas County Fairgrounds to the Visitor Center at Brophy Park. Parking at Brophy Park is extremely limited. Concertgoers

should enter the north entrance off County Road 114. All concerts start at 5 p.m.

Here is the 2024 schedule:

Tuesday, July 16 – The Fabulous Armadillos presented by Alomere Health

Tuesday, July 23 – Xpedition presented by Clifton Larson Allen

Tuesday, July 30 – The Perfect Storm presented by Knute Nelson

Tuesday, Aug. 6 – Johnny Holm Band presented by Diamond Buick GMC

For more information, visit the Summer Sounds by Brophy website at summersoundsbybrophy.com.

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ORCHESTRA central lakes symphony

A community organization based in Alexandria and dedicated to enriching the lives of audience members through its beautiful orchestra music, the Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra is an organization more than 50 members strong. The orchestra, led by Alexandria Area High School Director of Orchestras Brad Lambrecht, gives musicians a venue to participate in serious music with a symphony orchestra and helps to give back to the community through donations and student scholarships.

For more information or to find the most up-to-date concert schedule, visit centrallakessymphony.org. The CLSO mailing address is 1210 Broadway Street, Suite 240, PMB 105, Alexandria, MN 56308.

Tickets can be purchased online, at the door the day of the concert or at Cherry Street Books, 503 Broadway Street in Alexandria.

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 2024 season offers a variety of performances – there’s something for everyone! For information, call 320-846-3150 or visit www.tlhd.org. The theater is located at 1875 County Road 120 NE, Alexandria.

LAKES AREA THEATRE

Lakes Area Theatre performs its shows before a live audience. They also record the stories, edit them and then play them on a network of radio stations and on the Lakes Area Theatre website.

You can find the most up-to-date information on performances by visiting the Lakes Area Theatre’s website at www.lakesareatheatre.com or by calling 320- 815-7664.

FIRE PIT PRODUCTIONS

Fire Pit Production was started in 2018 by Quincy Roers. Excited by the idea to push local theater to new levels, Roers proposed using the stage at Lakes Area Theatre for small production plays. The idea was supported by local actors interested in providing the community with edgy, thought-provoking stage plays. For more information, visit lakesareatheatre.com/firepit or email lakesareatheatre@ gmail.com.

ongoing EVENTS

BLIZZARD HOCKEY:

September-March

Runestone Community Center, Alexandria www.alexandriablizzard.com

WISSOTA CAR RACING:

Saturdays, May 13-Labor Day weekend, 6:30 p.m.

Additional specials on other dates, including Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. Viking Speedway, Alexandria (320) 491-9249, vikingspeedway. myracepass.com

GOKART RACING:

Every other Friday, MaySeptember, 7 p.m.

Douglas County Fairgrounds, Alexandria (320) 267-5186, www. runestonegokart.com

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

First Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com

OPEN MIC NIGHTS:

Third Thursday of each month, 7 to 9 p.m. March-December Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com

RED WILLOW ARTS COALITION

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: Thursdays, May 25-Aug. 24, 7 p.m.

Douglas County Courthouse lawn, Alexandria www.redwillowartscoalition.org

VIKINGLAND CORVETTE CLUB’S SUNDAY CRUISE AND DINNER:

Sundays, May-Sept., 4:30 p.m. All classic and muscle cars included on first Sunday of each month

Alexandria Clinic parking lot www.vikinglandcorvetteclub. com

VINTAGE CAR CLUB OF ALEXANDRIA

Annual Show & Shine and Crafters Event, 10-2 p.m. Sunday, June 25.

Club meets on the third Thursday of each month, 7 p.m. at Shalom Lutheran Church in Alex. FaceBook/Vintagecarclubofalex

LIVE MUSIC:

Year round: Fridays & Saturdays 6-9 p.m. in the brewery Saturday 2-5 p.m. in the winery

Memorial Day-Labor Day: Sundays, 1-4 p.m. in the winery

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

FIRST FRIDAY CONCERTS:

First Friday of each month

March-Dec., 7 to 9 p.m.

Evansville Arts Center www.evansvilleartcenter.com

ALEXANDRIA FARMERS MARKET:

Saturdays, starting May 13, 9 a.m. to noon; Thursdays, starting June 22, 3 to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays, starting June 27, 9 a.m. to noon

Last market day will be Tuesday, Oct. 31.

Big Ole Central Park, Alexandria

HOLMES CITY FARMERS MARKET AND COMMUNITY BREAKFAST:

With Live Music and Kids Corner Saturdays, starting May 20, through Oct. 7, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Breakfast through 10:30 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church parking lot, Holmes City

MAY

1 - 3:30-5:30 p.m. Community Chess, Alexandria Area High School Commons Area

2 - 7 p.m. 9 to 5 The Musical, Andria Theatre

3 - 7 p.m. 9 to 5 The Musical, Andria Theatre

3 - 7:30 p.m. Central Lakes Concert Association: Brassfire, Alexandria Area High School Performing Arts Center

4 - 4-6 p.m. Theatre Le Homme Dieu’s Annual Kentucky Derby Party, The Grand Hall at Bold North Cellars

4 - 7 p.m. 9 to 5 The Musical, Andria Theatre

5 - 2 p.m. 9 to 5 The Musical, Andria Theatre

8 - 3:30-5:30 p.m. Community Chess, Alexandria Area High School Commons Area

15 - 3:30-5:30 p.m. Community Chess, Alexandria Area High School Commons Area

18 - 7 p.m. Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra and Central Lakes Symphony Chorale: Light and Darkness, Alexandria Area High School Performing Arts Center

22 - 3:30-5:30 p.m. Community Chess, Alexandria Area High School Commons Area

27 - 1:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

29 - 3:30-5:30 p.m. Community Chess, Alexandria Area High School Commons Area

29 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

30 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

JUNE

16 - 2 p.m. Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra: Chamber Concert, Alexandria Area High School Performing Arts Center

19 - 7 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

20 - 7 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

21 - 7 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

22 - 2 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

25 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

26 - 7 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

26 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

27 - 7 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

28 - 7 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

28 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

29 - 2 p.m. Student Theater Project: Finding Nemo Jr., Andria Theatre

29 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

JULY

17 - Student Theatre Project: Disney Kids 101 Dalmations, Andria Theatre

18 - Student Theatre Project: Disney Kids 101 Dalmations, Andria Theatre

19 - Student Theatre Project: Disney Kids 101 Dalmations, Andria Theatre

20 - Student Theatre Project: Disney Kids 101 Dalmations, Andria Theatre

27 - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Art in the Park, Alexandria City Park

28 - 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Art in the Park, Alexandria City Park

31 - 7 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

AUGUST

1 - 7 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

2 - 7 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

3 - 2 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

7 - 7 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

8 - 7 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

9 - 7 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

10 - 2 p.m. Student Theatre Project: Descendents, Andria Theatre

24 - Millerville Butter Days with parade and street dance with Slamabama

(Items listed are what the newspaper had available as of the print date of this publication. For more up-to-date calendar items, visit echopress.com.)

July 4th

27 - 1:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

EVENTS calendar of BOAT PARADE

27 - 7:30 p.m. I’m Proud of You, Theatre L’Homme Dieu

douglas county CHURCHES

ALEXANDRIA

Assembly of God

Reach Church - 1310 N. Nokomis Street NE 320-763-5224

Email: info@reachchurchmn.com

Website: reachchurchmn.com

Pastor: Nick Grey

Baptist

Cornerstone - 202 7th Avenue E. 320-762-1565

Website: www.cornerstoneofalexandria.com

Email: pastordarryl@cornerstoneofalexandria.com

Senior pastor: Darryl Knappen

Gospel Light - 1210 Broadway Ste 265 616-755-3682

Email: gblcalex@icloud.com

Pastor: David Iseminger

Grace Baptist Church - 1704 Hazel Hill Road 320-763-4393

Website: gracechurchalex.org

Email: gracechurch-alexandria@outlook.com

Pastor: Ken Gibbs

Catholic

The Church of St. Mary- 420 Irving Street 320-763-5781

Website: www.stmaryalexandria.org

Email: stmary@stmaryalexandria.org

Priest: Father Matthew Kuhn

Parochial Vicar: Father Rick Aubol

New Testament - 2505 Highway 29 N. 320-762-2444

Website: www.ntcalexandria.org

Email: info@ntcalexandria.org

Pastors:PeterReishus,MikeLoween&TomZitzmann

Christian

Liferight Outreach - 1906 6th Avenue E.

320-759-3930

Website: www.lromn.org

Email: info@lromn.org

New Life Christian Church - 1910 County Road 82 SE 320-763-7051

Website: www.your-newlife.com

Email: office@your-newlife.com

Pastors: John Taplin, Blake Saathoff, Billy Wallace & Sam

McKay

Women’s Coordinator: Sue Ronning

Worship Coordinator: Wayne Claassen

Christian Education Overseer: Beth Johnson

Episcopal

Emmanuel Episcopal - 602 12th Ave. E. POBox 637

320-763-3201

Website: www.alexmnepiscopal.org

Email: emmanuelepiscopalmn@gmail.com

Priest: Rev. Tom Sinning

Evangelical

Alexandria Covenant - 4005 Dakota Street

320-763-5659

Website: www.alexandriacovenant.org

Email: ecc@alexandriacovenant.org

Senior pastor: Trinity Opp

Church for the Harvest -1425 41st Ave W

320-759-1400

Website: harvestalexandria.com

Email: office@harvestalexandria.com

Senior Pastor: Michael Bartolomeo

Evangelical (continued)

Catalyst Covenant

Common Ground Coffee House, 516 Hawthorne St. 320-759-1800

Email: jimblacksongs@icloud.com

Lead pastor: Jim Black

Lake Community - 490 Voyager Drive

320-762-5424

Website: www.lakecommunity.org

Email: info@lakecommunity.org

Interim Pastor: Dan Johnson

Lutheran

Berea Lutheran Brethren - 1405 6th Avenue E. 320-762-1092

Email: berealutheran.alexandria@gmail.com

Website: www.WelcomeToBerea.org

Interim Pastor: Lindell Quam

Bethesda Lutheran - 1204 North Nokomis NE 320-763-5164

Website: www.bethesdaalexandria.org

Email: bethesdachurch1204@gmail.com

Pastor: Jerry Lanes

Calvary Lutheran (ELCA) - 605 Douglas Street 320-763-5178

Website: www.calvaryalex.org

E-mail: office@calvaryalex.org

Lead Pastor: Hans Dahl and Executive Pastor: Angie Larson

CHURCHES full gospel/ spirit filled

VIE Church - 2671 S McKay Ave

218-205-4709

Website: www.vie.church

Email: info@vie.church

Pastors: Patrick Herzog and Amy Herzog

Youth and children’s pastors: Benjamin and Hannah Herzog

First Lutheran (ELCA) - 1655 18th Ave. E. (South McKay) 320-762-2196

Website: www.firstlutheranalexandria.com

Email: admin@firstlutheranalexandria.com

Pastor: PJ Malin

Pastor: Judy Holmen

Pastor: Megan Preston

LUTHERAN

(LCMC) - 1722 16th Avenue E. 320-762-1997

Website: www.livingwordalexmn.org

Email: pastorjessecarson@gmail.com

Email: secretarylwlc@gmail.com

Pastor: Jesse Carson

Good Shepherd Lutheran (LCMS) - 2702 Hwy. 29 N. 320-762-5152

Website: goodshepherdalex.com

Email: goodshepherdalexsec@gmail.com

Vacancy Pastor: James Walburg Pastor: Jonathan Jahnke

Mount Carmel Ministries - 800 Mt Carmel Drive NE 320-846-2744

Shalom Lutheran (ELCA) - 681 Voyager Drive

320-762-8641

Website: www.shalomlutheran.org

Email: office@shalomlutheran.org

Pastor: David Fleener

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran (WELS) - 718 Victoria Dr. 320-762-1644

Email: schneum@charter.net

Website: www.stpaulalex.com

Pastor: Michael Neumann

Zion Lutheran (LCMS) - 300 Lake Street 320-763-4842

Website: www.zionalex.org

Email: zionchurch@zionalex.org

Pastor: Matt Lorenz

Mormon Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 1427 Lake Street

Website: ChurchofJesusChrist.org or ComeUntoChrist.org

Non Denominational

Spirit Life Church - 912 Highway 29 N. (across from McDonald’s N.)

Office: 320-219-6005

Website: www.spirit-life.org

Email: connect@spirit-life.org

Pastors: Jeff and Natasha Ferguson

The Church in the Pines - 3992 Highway 27 W. Office: 320-760-6190

Website: thechurchinthepines.org

Email: churchadmin@thechurchinthepines.org

Pastors: Jay Jenson, Jeremy Lanctot, Eric Schmidt, Austin Arias

CHURCHES methodist

United Methodist – 2210 6th Avenue East

320-763-4624

Email: office@alexumc.com

Website: www.alexumc.org

Pastor: Amy Van Valkenburg

Word Alone Fellowship - 1904 6th Ave. E.

Website: wordalonefellowship.org

Email: info@wordalonefellowship.org

Seventh-day Adventist

Lakes Area Seventh-day Adventist - 201 13th Avenue West 320-224-1953

Website: www.alexandriasdachurch.org

United Church of Christ

First Congregational UCC - 221 7th Avenue W. 320-763-3341

Email: office@firstcongregationaluccalex.com

Website: firstcongregationaluccaalex.com

Pastor: Rev. Dr. Jill Sanders

BRANDON

Chippewa Lutheran - 301 Central Ave S, PO Box 32

320-834-4875

Pastor: Steve Junker

Email: chippewalutheran@gmail.com

Grace Lutheran - 205 Central Ave. N. 320-834-4873 or 320-524-2262

Website: www.gracethroughfaithministries.com

Email: grace@gctel.com

Pastor: Bradley Pearson

West Moe Lutheran - 320-524-2210

16249 County Road 8 NW, PO Box 547

Website: www.westmoechurch.org

Email: kia@westmoechurch.org

Clergy:Kia Kisthart

St. Ann’s Catholic - 402 Nelson Ave. N. 320-834-5095

Website: www.catholicchurches-bmup.org

Email: stanns@gctel.com

Pastor: Father Jeremy Theis

CARLOS

Trinity Lutheran - 320-852-7530

Pastor: Mark Schwarz

16 N. Douglas Ave., PO Box 26

Email: TrinityLutheranCarlos@gmail.com

EVANSVILLE

Christina Lake Lutheran - 218-948-2218

22156 Co. Rd. 24 NW, Evansville

Pastor: Nathan Hanson 605-659-6214

Email: pasturehanson@gmail.com

christina@gctel.net

belle river

CHURCH

St. Nicholas Catholic - 9473 Co. Rd. 3 NE, Carlos 320-852-7041

Website: www.stnicholasbelleriver.org

Pastor: Father Matthew Kuhn

Email: stnickbelleriver@gmail.com

Calvary Covenant - 218-948-2230

404 Meeker St., Evansville

Website: facebook.com/CalCovChurch

Pastor: Dwayne Frykman frykmand@yahoo.com

Faith Lutheran - 218-948-2574, 320-834-4589

526 State St.

Website: www.gracethroughfaithministries.com

Email: faithlc@gctel.com

Pastor: Bradley Pearson

FARWELL

Oscar Lake Lutheran - 320-886-5678, 320-283-5570

14619 Church Rd. SW

Website: www.facebook.com/trinityoscarlake

Pastor: Julie Carlson, Synodically Authorized Minister

CHURCHES garfield

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran - 320-834-2248

101 Park St.

Pastor: Jeffrey Ross

Email: stjohn@gctel.net

St. Luke’s - (Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ)320-834-2285

201 Ida St. E.

Email: stlukesgarfield@gmail.com

Website: www.stlukeschurchgarfield.org

Pastors: David Gran, Sue Davidson

holmes city

CHURCH

Trinity Lutheran - 320-886-5678

5966 County Road 4 SW

Website: www.facebook.com/TrinityOscarlake

KENSINGTON

Covenant - 320-965-2331

11 Kensington Ave. S.

Email: dtwpastor@yahoo.com

Pastor: David Wallin

Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ 19 Central Ave. N., PO Box 97

605-659-6214

Email: pasturehanson@gmail.com

Pastor: Nathan Hanson

First Lutheran - 320-965-2540

25 State St. E.

Email: 1stluthechurch@runestone.net

Pastor: Pastor Irving Arnquist

St. Paul’s Lutheran - 3491 Co. Rd. 7 SW 218-583-2826

Pastor: Michael Peterson

mAKEYOURMARK INALEXANDRIA.

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LEAF VALLEY

Ebenezer Lutheran - 13070 Co. Rd. 6 NW

320-834-2595

Pastor: Scott Brown

Website: www.lcms.org

MILLERVILLE

Our Lady of Seven Dolors Catholic - 16921 Co. Rd. 7 NW 320-876-2240

Website:www.disciplesofthemissionacc.org

Email: sevendolors@gctel.net

Pastor: Father Jeremy Theis

Trinity Lutheran - 320-876-4021 19237 Co. Rd. 53 Evansville, MN

MILTONA

Faith Lutheran (ELCA) - 5500 County Rd. 14 NE (PO Box 123) (218) 943-2891

Deacon: Sharon Bridges

320-808-5515

Website: faithlutheranmiltona.com

Email: faith310@midwestinfo.net

Mount Calvary Lutheran/St. Paul’s Lutheran - 218-943-5252

P.O. Box 52

Email: mtcalvarystpauls@arvig.net

Interim Pastor: Terry Finnern

NELSON

Our Saviour’s Lutheran -320-200-4260

100 S. Nelson St.

Pastor: Jeremy Pedersen

Email: oursaviorsfahlun@gmail.com www.oursavioursfahlun.org

Fahlun Lutheran - 320-200-4260 3550 Co. Rd. 74 NE

Pastor: Jeremy Pedersen

Email: oursaviorsfahlun@gmail.com www.oursavioursfahlun.org

OSAKIS

Catholic Church of Immaculate Conception - 320-859-2390

306 West Oak St. PO Box F Website: www.immaculateconceptionosakis.org

Email: office@icosakis.org

Pastor: Father Matthew Kuhn

Parochial Vicar: Father Rick Aubol

Elim Lutheran - 320-859-4244

16307 141st Ave.

Email: pastorkjolhaug@gmail.com

Pastor: Pastor Luke Kjolhaug www.osakiselimchurch.com

osakis lutheran

CHURCH

320-859-2350

310 First Ave. E.

Website: www.osakislutheranelca.com

Email: olcsecretary@arvig.net

Minister: George Heideman

Redeemer Lutheran - 418 3rd Ave. W.

320-859-2769

Email: Redeemerisalive@outlook.com

Interim Pastor: Ryan J Pumphrey

Salem Lutheran - 320-859-2766 16134 170th St.

Pastor: Lexy Carson www.salem-saukvalleychurches.com

Email:salemsaukvalley@gmail.com

Sauk Valley Lutheran - 320-859-3727 13954 150th St.

Pastor: Lexy Carson www.salem-saukvalleychurches.com

Email:salemsaukvalley@gmail.com

ROSE CITY-EAGLE BEND

Rose City Evangelical Free - (218) 943-4241 16241 Co. Rd. 14 NE, Eagle Bend Website: www.rosecityefc.com Email: rcefc1@hotmail.com

Pastor: Eric Johnson

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CHURCH CAMPS

Lake Geneva Christian Center - 320-763-3680 605 Birch Ave. Lakegenevacamp.com

Email: info@lakegenevacamp.com

Luther Crest Bible Camp - 320-846-2431 8231 County Road 11 NE www.luthercrest.org Email: lcbc@luthercrest.org

Mount Carmel Lutheran - 218-943-5252 PO Box 52 Mitona, Mn 56354 mtcalvarystpauls@arvig.net www.mountcarmelministries.com

Monday-Friday 9:00am - 3:30pm www.alexsrctr.org • info@alexsrctr.org 320-762-2087 414 Hawthorne St

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

Aglow International

South Central Area Pres: Colleen Woods - colleenwds@ yahoo.com www.aglow.org

Alcoholics Anonymous and ALANON 1604 Jefferson St.

Greg: 808-7566

Kathy: 762-2012 Hotline: 866-423-2969 www.district4online.org

Andria Theatre (Alexandria Area Arts Association)

Christine Reilly, executive director 618 Broadway 762-8300 www.andriatheatre.org

Alexandria Youth Baseball Association (AYBA) Jake Munsch, executive director alexyouthbaseball.com jacobmunsch55@gmail.com

Alexandria Area Community Foundation 320-253-4380, AJ Koewler 320-257-9736 1210 Broadway St. S, Suite 420, PMB 364, Alexandria aacf@communitygiving.org communitygiving.org/AACF

douglas county ORGANIZATIONS

Alexandria Area Economic Development Commission 324 Broadway, Suite 101 763-4545 www.livingalexarea.org aaedc@alexmn.org

Alexandria Area Hockey Association Board President: Matt Van Bruggen 218-639-1338

P.O. Box 592 www.alexhockey.org aaha@rea-alp.com alexandria.pucksystems2.com

Alexandria Area Ministerial Association www.alexareachurches.org

Alexandria Area Music Teachers Assn.

Roxanne Klemetson 218-770-3750 mnmusicteachers.com

Alexandria Area Newcomers alexandriaareanewcomers.com alexandriaareanewcomers@gmail.com

Alexandria Area Young Professionals 320-763-3161 ypalexandria@gmail.com www.ypalex.org

Alexandria Elks Lodge 1685 115 15th Ave. W. 763-5670 www.elks.org 1685@alexelks.com

Alexandria Farmers Market Ronald Branch 320-460-0135 farmmkt@rea-alp.com

P.O. Box 471

info@alexandriafigureskating.org www.alexandriafigureskating.org

Alexandria Festival of the Lakes

610 Fillmore St., Suite 6

PO Box 863

www.alexfestival.org tickets@rea-alp.com Kirk Landman: 766-8483

Alexandria Garden Club

President: Karen Obermiller 218-583-1344 prairiebutterfly@gmail.com

Alexandria Gun Club

Brian Armstrong, president, 760-7723

Kim Roering, secretary, 815-8888 PO Box 543 eabco.com/agc.htm facebook.com/alexgunclub alexandriagunclub@gmail.com

Alexandria Jaycees PO Box 131 www.alexandriamnjaycees.com/ 834-3030 Logan Olivero facebook.com/alexandria.mn.jaycees alexandriajaycees@gmail.com

Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

Tara Bitzan, Executive Director 763-3161 www.alexandriamn.org info@alexandriamn.org

David Hartman, president P.O. Box 1032

www.alexrotary.com info@alexrotary.com

Productive Alternatives, Inc.

Mike Burke, Director of Operations 762-2015 or 218-784-8330 603 22nd Ave. W. www.productivemn.org mikeb@productivemn.org

Alexandria RC Flyers

Jim Zabel 834-2072 alexandriarcflyer@gmail.com www.alexrcflyers.com Alexandria Volunteer Fire Department 302 Fillmore Street

Jeff Karrow, Fire Chief, 320-763-6488 jkarrow@alexandriamn.city

Alexandria CareerForce Center 303 22nd. Ave. W., Ste 107 391-9262 careerforce.alexandria@state.mn.us

Alomere Health Education Services

Emily Davis 111 17th Ave. East 762-6094 www.alomerehealth.com

SOCIETY american cancer

Sherri Maanum, 218-205-0698 www.cancer.org sherri.maanum@cancer.org Cancer information, 1-800-227-2345

SENIOR CENTER alexandria

Shelli-Kae Foster, executive director, 762-2087 414 Hawthorne St. info@alexsrctr.org www.alexsrctr.org

Alomere Health Auxiliary Marilyn Craig, 762-6024

American Association of University Women Joan Larson 320-846-7061 aauw.org

American Heart Association www.heart.org CPR training, 1-877-242-4277 952-835-3300

American Legion Auxiliary www.mnala.org 651-224-7634

American Legion Post #87 320-304-0925

American Red Cross, Central MN Chapter

701 W. Broadway, Ste 101 320-763-3800 320-251-7641 (St. Cloud) www.redcrossmn.org Service to Armed Forces, 1-877-272-7337

Anderson’s on Broadway, New Horizons/Aftercare 320-219-6278

Jeri Dawson, aftercare coordinator, 320-491-5409 801 Broadway jeridawson@andersonfuneral.net

The Arc MN -West Central Region Regional Community Coordinator: MarisaBengtson-Loerzel 218-233-5949

marisabengtson@arcminnesota.org www.arcminnesota.org Ask an advocate: toll-free 1-833-4501494

Art in the Park (A function of Andria Theatre) 618 Broadway 762-8300 www.andriatheater.org

Bethany on the Lake Matthew Fischer, Executive Director 1020 Lark St. 320-762-1567 bethanyinfo@monarchmn.com Bethanyonthelake.com

Boy Scouts - Northern Lights Council SSenior District Executive: Brenda Thomson, 760-5605 Service Center, 1-877-293-5011 www.nlcbsa.org

Brandon History Center 105 Holmes Ave Brandon, Mn Brandonhistorycenter.org brandonhistory@gctel.net

Car Care Program

4353 County Road 82 SE

Alexandria, MN

320-460-7911

Kris Chisholm - Executive Director www.carcareprogram.org Kris@carcareprogram.org

Central Lakes Symphony Orchestra

Jane Herth, board chair

Brad Lambrecht, Music Dir., 815-5168 1210 Broadway, Suite 240, PMB 105 www.centrallakessymphony.org centrallakessymphony@gmail.com

Central Lakes Concert Association

Randy Morken, President, 491-6308 P.O. Box 694 concertassociation.net/alexandriamn/

Central Lakes Music Club

Karen Erickson, 762-1713

Central Minnesota Elder Network P.O. Box 232, 763-9084 www.alexandriaeldernetwork.com eldernet@alexandriaeldernetwork.com

Century Center Inc.

Tessa Mueller 320-762-3983 2308 S. Broadway St., Ste. 6

Community Action Partnership (CAP) - West Central Minnesota Communities Action, Inc. www.wcmca.org office@wcmca.org 1-800-492-4805

Constellation Lodge No. 81 Masons AF & AM

205 Sixth Ave. E 763-3177 mastermason.org/constellationlodge81 constellationlodge81@gmail.com

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Stephanie Aasness, 320-766-1856

Meets at the library every third Tuesday of each month from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Lynn Jenc, Director Melani Belsheim 762-3310, ext. 4272 1410 S. McKay Ave., Suite 201 www.alexschools.org/ce

Dollars for Scholars, Alexandria

Randy Anderson, Chair, 815-2220 alexandria.dollarsforscholars.org

Douglas Area Trails Association (DATA)

Jeff Linn, Trail Admin., 834-2033 www.douglasareatrails.com data@gctel.com

Douglas County 4-H

Jodi Hintzen, 4-H Extension Educator Jackie Kokett, 4-H Extension Educator 305 8th Ave W. 762-3890 next-douglas@umn.edu www.extension.umn.edu/douglas hintz010@umn.edu jkokett@umn.edu

Douglas County DFL

Bonnie Bina, chair, 219-7439 dfl.org bonniebina.dfl@gmail.com

Douglas County Developmental Achievement Center (DAC) Julie Brau Executive Director, 762-1771 4125 Minnesota St. dcdac@dcdac.com

Douglas County Extension 305 8th Ave. W. 762-3890 www.extension.umn.edu

Douglas County Fair www.dcmnfair.com 1-866-656-3247 info@dcmnfair.com

Douglas County Farm Bureau Federation

Cathy Englund, service associate, 7634442 460 Northside Dr. NE, Ste. 4

Douglas County Historical Society 1219 Nokomis St. 762-0382 www.dchsmn.org historic@dchsmn.org

DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS alexandria

Randy Anderson, Chair, 815-2220 alexandria.dollarsforscholars.org

Douglas County Library 720 Fillmore 762-3014 library@douglascountylibrary.org www.douglascountylibrary.org

Douglas County Library Friends & Foundation 720 Fillmore www.dclfriends.org dclfriendsmn@gmail.com

Douglas County Public Works Tim Erickson, 762-2999 526 Willow Dr. P.O. Box 398 www.douglascountymn.gov/publicworks

Douglas County Republicans Jim Nelson, Chair, 320-224-8208 jdnss396@charter.net douglascountyminnesotarepublicans. com/

Douglas County Senior Office

Senior Coordinator, Bonnie Ina, 7623047 806 Fillmore, Ste. 1195 bonnieb@co.douglas.mn.us

Douglas County Social Services 809 Elm St., Ste 1186 762-2302 www.douglascountymn.gov/socialservices

DOUGLAS COUNTY

Bernice Wimmer, Executive Director, 815-3517 1205 Lake St. www.outreachfoodshelf.org

Food appointments: 762-8411 outreachfoodshelf@gmail.com

Downtown Merchants Association

www.downtownalexandria.com PO Box 344 contact@downtownalexandria.com

Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE)

Douglas County Sheriff Office 216 7th Ave. W. 762-8151

www.co.douglas.mn.us/sheriff Eagles Club 526 N. Nokomis 763-3063

Education Minnesota - Alexandria Russ Hinrichs, President, 320-808-7243 P.O. Box 9

www.educationminnesota.org

Evansville Art Center 111 Main St., PO Box 68 218-948-2787 Evansville, MN 56326 www.evansvilleartcenter.org

Explore Alexandria Tourism Joe Korkowski, Exec. Director 324 Broadway, Ste. 101; 1-800-245-2539 or 763-0102 www.ExploreAlex.com info@explorealex.com

VETERANS

806 Fillmore 762-3883

Fax: 762-3094

www.douglascountymn.gov/veterans facebook.com/DoCoVetsMn Rhondaf@co.douglas.mn.us Jacobt@co.douglas.mn.us

Girl Scouts Lakes and Pines

218-726-4710

320-252-2952 www.girlscoutslp.org

Greater Alexandria Area Association of Realtors

762-2022

President, Nicole Doering Association Executive, Greg Windhurst www.alexandriamn.realtors.com

Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Bob Voltz, Manager 759-1989

1211 N. Nokomis NE www.hfhdouglascounty.org/restore info@hfhdouglascounty.org

Head Start

UNLIMITED ducks

Kyle Momsen 952-406-0511 www.ducks.org kmomsen@ducks.org

West Central MN Communities Action

Jim Haugen, Director, 218-685-4486 www.wcmca.org/headstart jimh@wcmca.org

Hello Neighbor

Jess Ptacek orJordyn Cantalope Hello@HelloNeighborMN.org HelloNeighborMN.org

Hospice of Douglas County 809 Elm Street Ste. 1200 763-6018

info@hospicedouglascounty.org www.hospicedouglascounty.org facebook.com/hospicedouglascounty

HUMANITY

Lori Anderson, Exec. Director 762-4255 1211 N. Nokomis NE

www.hfhdouglascounty.org info@hfhdouglascounty.org

Inclusion Network

Kelli Minnerath, chairperson 762-4444 www.inclusionnetwork.org

Kiwanis Club - Golden K Gary Zavadil, president alexgoldenk.com

Kiwanis Club - Noon Adam Barnett, 320-304-3170 abarnett@jlgarchitects

Klothes Kloset - Charitable Thrift Store 660 Northside Dr. NE 763-9888 info@klotheskloset.com

Knights of Columbus 722 6th Ave. East mnknights.org/hall/alexandria-kc-hall/

Knute Nelson “Friends of Knute” Volunteers

Judy Thielke, Life Enhancement Director 420 12th Ave. E. 763-1162 www.knutenelson.org judy.thielke@knutenelson.org

Lake Region Arts Council 133 South Mill St. 218-739-5780

888-735-9622 Fergus Falls MN 56537

Lrac4@Lracgrants.org www.Lrac4.org

Lakes Area Quilters

President: Nancy Exley nkebird2019@gmail.com 651-331-8944

HUMANE SOCIETY lakes area

lahs@gctel.net www.lakesareahumanesociety.org

Lakes Area Professional Women (LAPW)

Katelyn Steffel Spangrud, President PO Box 214 www.lakesareaprofessionalwomen.com lakesareaprofessionalwomenmn@gmail.com

Lakes Chamber Music Society PO Box 863 Alexandria, MN 56308 President- Kirk Landman 320-766-8483

LEARN - Christian Homeschool Community Katie Olmscheid, 224-1041 learnmn.org learnhomeschoolmn@gmail.com

Legal Services of NW Minnesota 426 Broadway 762-0663 1-800-450-8585 LSNMLaw.org

Life Connections 1309 Hwy 29 N., Ste. 102 762-1224 LifeConnectionsMN@gmail.com

Alexandria Evening Lions Club Broadway Ballroom, 115 E. 30th Street 2nd and 4th Monday at 6 p.m. Email: alexandrialionsclub@gmail.com

Minnesota Deer Hunters Association

Mark Nohre, 491-6243 marknohre@mndeerhunters.com

Muskies Inc. - Vikingland Chapter #38

Katie Campion, President, 320-2937910

www.facebook.com/ vikinglandmuskies

NorthStar Christian Academy and Sports Complex

3870 Pioneer Rd SE 219-6489 https://northstarsportscomplex.org/ info@nscacademy.org

Osakis Area Heritage Center PO Box 8

Osakis, MN 56360 320-859-6777

Parkinson’s Support Group 320-762-2196

admin@firstlutheranalexandria.com 4th Monday 2:30-4:30pm First Lutheran Church

766-3509 PO Box 1371

alexandria.lgfws.com

Douglas CountyPheasants Forever

Dean Krebs, 763-360-6777

Facebook: Douglas County Pheasants Forever

Planned Parenthood

503 N Nokomis St. 762-0766 www.plannedparenthood.org www.ppncs.org

PLUS Kids (Parents Love Us Kids)

West Central MN Communities Action 762-4100 818 Elm Street www.wcmca.org/programs

Prairie Lakes Audubon Chapter P.O. Box 463, Alexandria MN 56308 PrairieLakesAudubonMN@gmail.com www.facebook.com/ prairielakeschaptermnaudubon

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

Red Willow Arts Coalition Chuck Wencl, Program Dir., 762-8394 redwillowartscoalition.org

Region 4 South Adult Mental Health Consortium ACT Team, 335-5100 24/7 Mobile Adult & Children’s Crisis Team, 701- 364-0431 www.r4sconversations.org

Relay for Life Best of MNWest PO Box 21600

Eagan, MN 55121

Sherri Maanum, 651-461-2092 Toni Diede – 320-219-6425 relayforlife.or/bestofMNWest

FB: Relay For Life of Best of the MNWest

Email: douglascountyrelayforlife@ gmail.com

Runestone Alternative School

Michelle Bethke-Kahliher, executive director, 762-0627

Joseph Hurlbut - Coordinator, dean of students

700 Northside Drive NE

www.alexschools.org/Runestone

Runestone Amateur Radio Club

310 Broadway

762-7817

minnesotanationalgaurd.ng.mil

Wayne Johnson, President, 852-9108 www.w0alx.com

Runestone Area Education District #61-6014

763-5559

700 Northside Dr. NE www.runestoneareaeducation.org

Runestone Community Center

763-4466

803 3rd Ave. W.

Mailing address: 704 Broadway (City Hall) vhennen@alexandriamn.city www.alexandriamn.city

Runestone Go Kart Association

Josh Muzik, president, 808-7116 www.runestonegokart.com

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

Salvation Army

c/o Viking Towers Office 805 Fillmore St., Alexandria 651-746-3507 www.salvationarmy.org shannon.bodeker@usc.salvationarmy.org

Senior Companion Program

Bonnie Bina 762-3047 www.county.douglas.mn.us

Sertoma Club

P.O. Box 362, Alexandria

Sheriff’s Posse

Law Enforcement Center

762-8151 216 7th Ave. W

Someplace Safe - Advocacy Office

700 CedarSt., Suite 268 762-1995 www.someplacesafe.info

Someplace Safe - Thrift Store

690 Voyager Dr. 763-4677

alex.thriftstore@somplacesafe.info

Support Groups/Health Care 763-5123 * 762-1511 Alomerehealth.org

Theatre L’Homme Dieu 1875 County Rd. 120 NE 846-3150

P.O. Box 1086 www.tlhd.org tlhd@tlhd.org

OLYMPICS special

Area 4

www.specialolympicsminnesota.org 612-333-0999

United Way of Douglas and Pope Counties

Jennifer Jabas, Exec.Director , 834-7800

503 Hawthorne St., P.O. Box 1148 www.uwdp.org

VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars 1102 3rd Ave. E. 763-9221 www.alexandriavfw.org

Viking Sportsmen

Tim Olson 320-760-2650 tim.olson185@gmail.com www.vikingsportsmen.org

Vikingland Band Festival

Rhonda Blaser, 760-6787 www.vikinglandbandfestival.com

Vikingland Builders Association 509 E 22nd Ave, #103 763-3301

www.vikinglandbuilders.com info@vikinglandbuilders.com

Vikingland Community Support Program

1106 Broadway St. 763-6261

Vikingland Corvette Club

Rick Schoenrock, 760-8301 www.vikinglandcorvetteclub.com vikingvettes@gmail.com

The Village Family Service Center 4133 Iowa St. Suite 105 762-8851 www.thevillagefamily.org info@thevillagefamily.org

Vintage Car Club

Don Kingston 846-3637

Cell number 304-3247 P.O. Box 261

(320) 760-9051

738-1303

(612) 720-5888

SCHOOLS douglas county

ALEXANDRIA TECHNICAL & COMMUNITY COLLEGE

320-762-0221, 1-888-234-1222

President: Michael Seymour

Website: www.alextech.edu

Email: go@alextech.edu

Alexandria Technical and Community College provides quality, hands-on and liberal arts education to more than 3,800 students each year. ATCC offers 40+ programs and transfer pathways granting technical and transfer degrees, diplomas and certificates.

Most programs can be completed in two years or less and skilled graduates are ready to step to the forefront of their chosen professions.

Known for its safe and welcoming environment, the college’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its student success results. ATCC has more than 98% job placement of all graduates, and several in-demand programs with a history of 100% placement.

The college has outstanding graduation rates, more than double the national midpoint for two-year schools. More than $500,000 in scholarships are awarded to deserving and qualified students each year through the ATCC Foundation.

Students at Alexandria College can embark on a college adventure unlike any other. On-campus sporting storage provides a safe place for students to store snowmobiles, ATVs and other equipment. Several area resorts and cabins are available for students to rent during the school year. The ATCC Foundation operates apartment-style housing units on campus, providing safe, convenient housing to 300 students.

The College offers several unique Alexandria College Legends athletics opportunities, including Competitive Fishing, Clay Target League, nationally-competitive eSports, Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball, and Division II Men’s and Women’s Golf. ATCC launched Minnesota’s first competitive collegiate archery program in 2024-25.

Students are encouraged to live their passions through athletics, clubs and ample Student Life activities. This unique blend of academics, athletics and outdoors can’t be found anywhere else.

ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS - ISD #206

P.O. Box 308

Alexandria, MN 56308

320-762-2141

Superintendent: Rick Sansted

Website: www.alexschools.org

E-mail: schoolboard@alexschools.org

Alexandria Area High School

320-762-2142

Principal: Chad Duwenhoegger

Asst. Principal: Robert Brakke

Discovery Middle School

320-762-7900

Principal: Heather Timm

Asst. Principal: Sara Kosters

Lincoln Elementary

320-762-3320

Principal: Brendan Bogart

Voyager Elementary 320-762-3325

Principal: Dana Christenson

Woodland Elementary 320-762-3300

Principal: Stephanie Ruegemer

Garfield Elementary 320-762-3350

Principal: Troy Wunderlich

Carlos Elementary 320-852-7181

Principal: Troy Wunderlich

Miltona Science Magnet Elementary 877-736-1419

Principal: Troy Wunderlich

Community Education 320-762-3310

Director: Lynn Jenc

Early Education Center 320-762-3305

Center coordinator: April Larson

School board:

Angie Krebs, chair – akrebs@alexschools.org

Dave Anderson, vice chair – danderso@alexschools.org

Alan Zeithamer, treasurer– azeitham@alexschools.org

Pam Carlson, clerk – pcarlson@alexschools.org

Maureen Eigen, director – meigen@alexschools.org

Laura Knudsen, director - lknudsen@alexschools.org

Shawn Reilly, director - soreilly@alexschools.org

The Alexandria Public Schools School Board generally meets on the third Monday of each month with the exception of January, February and September, when the meetings are the fourth Monday.

HIGH SCHOOL alexandria area

GRADES 9-12

Alexandria Area High School (AAHS) is a modern education campus that offers an innovative learning program where every student is known. Its small, innovative learning communities –the Academies of Alexandria – are preparing students for college and career opportunities, while delivering a truly personalized learning experience tailored to every student. In addition to the required core curriculum, students are provided with project-based, interdisciplinary learning that gives them “real world” experience and provides connections with local businesses and professionals. State-of-the-art learning labs such as the design/build, innovation garage, CNA health lab, aviation simulator, and culinary arts classrooms give students hands-on, relevant learning experiences.

With more than 180 academic course options, including the Early College program, AAHS is committed to offering a comprehensive approach to post-secondary success. This includes more opportunities to earn college credit than are available at any other high school, all while staying enrolled at AAHS and taking courses on the high school campus.

The Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) program immerses students in real-world experiences in professional settings. These authentic learning experiences, with local businesses, provide a competitive edge. Students earn high school credit and in some cases, college credit at the same time.

A one-to-one digital learning initiative has provided Chromebook laptops to all students at AAHS. AAHS is located at 4300 Pioneer Rd. SE in Alexandria.

GRADES 6-8

Discovery Middle School (DMS) unites students transitioning from elementary level grades into our grade 6-8 middle school community.

Within the world of young adolescents, a variety of changes occur in the middle school years. Discovery Middle School educators embrace this developmental stage, providing supportive, responsive learning environments where students thrive socially, emotionally and academically. Students encounter new and exciting opportunities for social emotional growth as they forge new friendships and experiences. Students are part of cohesive learning teams in grades 6, 7 and 8, overseen by a group of teachers who foster a caring, personalized learning experience. Coursework and learning are designed to ignite exploration, allowing students to uncover passions and interests, while expanding relationships amongst peers. Staff cultivates high expectations and advances student learning. Daily learning experiences promote students’ growth in communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills.

GRADES K-5

Lincoln Elementary is home to approximately 490 students in grades K-5. Our mission is working as a team to ensure all students learn and grow.The Lincoln A Team strives to achieve our mission by partnering with families and monitoring the progress of all students.

Lincoln prides itself on its responsive, family-friendly, studentcentered atmosphere and whole-child approach. Lincoln implements the Benchmark Advance reading/language arts curriculum that is centered on the science of reading, and teachers deliver the Everyday Math curriculum. In an effort

SCHOOL discovery middle

Students enjoy coursework in a variety of Discovery Middle School settings including the Family and Consumer Science Lab, the Tech Innovation Shop, Maker Space, the weight room, a fine arts music complex, a swimming pool, an auditorium and five state-of-the-art gymnasiums. Students also access an expansive and beautiful outdoor learning space during the school day and after school. Our outdoor space includes a nature trail, a track, football fields, soccer fields, tennis courts, an ice skating rink, and baseball/softball fields. A wide variety of extracurricular programs before and after school are available to Discovery students’ in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Discovery Middle School values a connected, collaborative school culture which interweaves the strengths of our students, families, staff, and community to continuously improve and grow. We are a school community filled with active learning and Cardinal pride.

Discovery Middle School is located at 510 McKay Ave. N. in Alexandria.

ELEMENTARY

to address the whole learner through best practice, Lincoln supportsstudentsthroughstrategicbehavioralsupportplanning embedded in problem-solving teams. Lincoln embraces the Code of Conduct anchored to the standards of Respect, Honesty, Kindness, Responsibility and Fairness founded in the core competencies of Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relational Skills, and Responsible Decision Making.

Lincoln was recognized as an Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon School in 2019. incoln Elementary is located at 1120 Lark St. in Alexandria.

ELEMENTARY voyager

GRADES K-5

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 teachers value connecting with students, partnering with parents, and collaborating effectively to ensure learning.

Voyager uses the Benchmark Advance reading/ language arts curriculum that is centered on the science of reading, and for math, the Everyday Math curriculum is taught. The Code of Conduct (respect, responsibility, honesty, kindness, and fairness) is reinforced with a positive behavioral support system.

Voyager Elementary is located at 203 Voyager Dr. in Alexandria.

GRADES K-5

Woodland Elementary (K-5)

Situatedona48-acresite,WoodlandElementaryisdesignedto provideasustainable,efficientandflexiblelearningenvironment. Its beautiful setting provides unique outdoor experiences such as the school garden, walking/snowshoeing the trails, using the outdoor classroom, and large open playground areas.

Woodland staff members are committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities, embracing a personalized and responsive approach to meet student needs. Data is used on a consistent basis to drive decisions as they seek to continually improve. Woodland uses a Benchmark Advance curriculum that is centered on the science of reading. The Everyday Math curriculum that is aligned to state standards

provides students with math skills that prepare them for realworld math situations. Woodland has a strong social-emotional program that focuses on positive reinforcement and teaching of our district’s Code of Conduct (respect, responsibility, honesty, kindness, and fairness).

Classrooms are equipped with interactive boards and presentation systems. Woodland students have access to technology through a 1:1 ratio of Chromebooks in all grades.

Woodland was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2017.

Woodland Elementary is located at 1410 S. McKay Ave. in Alexandria.

ELEMENTARIES garfield, miltona and carlos (gmc)

GRADES K-5

Garfield, Miltona Science Magnet and Carlos Elementary schools are K-5 schools that are part of Alexandria Public Schools. While all three schools enjoy the benefits of being part of a larger school district, each of the GMC schools prides itself on the relationships it fosters with students and families. Due to the smaller size, staff at every GMC building are able to really get to know students and families.

The schools feature up-to-date technology opportunities for students at all levels. Each student has a 1-to-1 Chromebook device and each classroom is equipped with an interactive TV. Special area teachers instruct in physical education, science, music, art and media. Specialized programming is offered through Reading Intervention, Special Education and classes for High PotentialLearners.

Garfield Elementary staff members nurture students in an open, friendly atmosphere. The family atmosphere permeates the school and is supported by involved parents. Due to the open layout of the building, the Garfield staff and students truly create a family environment where everyone feels connected. Garfield provides many creative educational opportunities supported by experienced teachers. Garfield was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2013.

Garfield Elementary is located at 303 Sanstead St. E. in Garfield.

Miltona Science Magnet Elementary has an emphasis on the environment and science. 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 integrate science into the curriculum through the use of their outdoor classroom and school forest. Students can utilize cross country skis, snowshoes, GPS devices,digital cameras, an ice rink and a sledding hill on a daily basis. Miltona has been recognized as a Reward School five times and received the School of Excellence Validation in 2015. A new updated playground was installed in 2017, and Miltona received a new addition in 2019.

Miltona Science Magnet Elementary is located at 271 Dale Ave. in Miltona.

Carlos Elementary School is a little school with a lot of heart! The staff is committed to providing a quality education for each student and is heavily supported by a very generous community. Carlos Elementary prides itself on its familyfriendly, student-centered atmosphere that always embraces best practices. From the playground to field trips, students encounter journeys that give them memories that will last a lifetime. A new outdoor learning space was constructed in 2023 with plans to cultivate the surrounding area coming soon. Carlos has a child care program after school and a five-daya-week preschool program. Carlos Elementary received the School of Excellence Validation in 2015.

Carlos Elementary School is located at 20 N. Douglas Ave. in Carlos.

early education

CENTER

Early Education, part of Alexandria Public Schools Community Education, provides learning opportunities for students (birth-5 years) along with their parents/guardians/grandparents. The teamiscommittedtoprovidingqualityeducationalopportunities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families. Our unique center accommodates a variety of early education learning environments, including flexible classrooms, indoor/outdoor playgrounds, gardens, and a nature/walking trail.

The Early Education team consists of caring, and supportive Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) licensed teachers committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities offering individualized attention and learning goals aligned with Alexandria Public Schools’ curriculum for a smooth transition to elementary. Early Education’s strong social-emotional program focuses on positive reinforcement and teaching of our district’s Code of Conduct (respect, responsibility, honesty, kindness, and fairness).

The following programs are offered at the Early Education Center:

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE)

3 and 4-year-old Preschool

Parent Education

Early Education Enrichment Courses

Shenanigans Indoor Playground, Climbing Wall and Parties

The Early Education Center/Shenanigans is adjacent to Woodland Elementary School at 1410 S. McKay Ave. Phone: 320-762-3305.

community

Alexandria Public Schools Community Education was a Minnesota community pioneer, beginning one of the first Community Education programs in Minnesota in 1971. Whether it’s academic, enrichment, social, emotional or recreational opportunities, Alexandria Public Schools Community Education has something for everyone.

Early Childhood Family Education, Birth-5 years

Parent Education

Preschool, 3-5 years

Shenanigans Indoor Playground/Climbing Wall

Parties/Laser Tag/Nerf Wars

Alexandria Area Gymnastics

Youth Enrichment and Recreation

Compass, School Age Childcare

Adults & Students with Disabilities

Adult Enrichment and Recreation

Alexandria Area Adult Basic Education

District Volunteer Services

Outdoor Recreational Gear Library

District Facility Rentals

For more information or a complete listing of opportunities, call 320-762-3310 or visit www.alexschools.org/ce.

brandon-evansville

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ISD #2908

Website: www.b-e.k12.mn.us

District Office

Brandon-Evansville K-1

Brandon-Evansville Middle School/High School 206 West Third St., PO Box 185, Brandon, MN 56315 320-524-2263, 320-834-4084, Fax: 320-524-2228

Brandon-Evansville 2-5

Brandon-Evansville Elementary School 123 2nd Ave., PO Box 40, Evansville, MN 56326 218-948-2241, 320-834-4084, Fax: 218-948-2441

Superintendent/elementary principal: Louisa Glenetske

High school principal: Brian Novak

Dean of students/athletic director: Trent Hintermeister

School board:

Jana Anderson, chairperson – 320-766-8393

Rachel Wagner, vice chairperson – 320-834-4503

Stacy Beaumia, clerk - 320-766-0403

Jaci Stepan, treasurer – 320-760-0426

Kent Huisman – 218-948-2428

Andy Siira – 320-524-2766

Trent Froemming – 218-770-9488

a series of parent/child slides, ladders, nets, mazes, horizontal climbing wall, and imagination-inspiring play zones! Ages 1-12

OSAKIS PUBLIC SCHOOL - ISD #213

500 East 1st Ave., P.O. Box X, Osakis, MN 56360

320-859-2191

Website – www.osakis.k12.mn.us

Superintendent – Justin Dahlheimer 7-12 principal – Brad Hoffarth

PreK-6 principal – Shad Schmidt

west central area

PUBLIC SCHOOL

ISD #2342

301 County Rd. 2, Barrett, MN 56311

320-528-7300

Website – www.isd2342.org

Superintendent – Paul Brownlow, pbrownlow@isd2342.org

WCA South Elementary

31 North Central Ave., Kensington, MN 56343

320-965-7600

Principal – Natalie Prasch, nprasch@isd2342.org

Dean of Students – Megan Dotts, mdotts@isd2342.org

PUBLIC SCHOOLS osakis

School board:

Michael Collins – 320-859-6845

Becky Hensley – 320-859-5541

Corey Goodwin – 320-859-5438

Amy Weisser – 320-493-5074

Greg Faber – 320-859-5697

Jeff Kalpin - 320-766-8887

WCA North Elementary

411 First St. SE, Elbow Lake, MN 56531 218-685-7500

Principal – Natalie Prasch, nprasch@isd2342.org

Dean of Students – Megan Dotts, mdotts@isd2342.org

WCA Secondary School

301 County Rd. 2, Barrett, MN 56311 320-528-7400

Principal – Nathan Wood, nwood@isd2342.org

Dean of Students/Activities Director Jacob Foslien, jfoslien@isd2342.org

School board:

Kayla Sanstead – ksanstead@isd2342. org

Sara Strunk – sstrunk@isd2342.org

Michelle Nessman – mnessman@ isd2342.org

Nathan Porter - nporter@isd2342.org

Miah Ulrich – julrich@isd2342.org

Terry Christenson – terry.christenson@ isd2342.org

Gary Sabolik – gsabolik@isd2342.org

420 Irving St., Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-5861

Website: www.stmaryalexandria.org/stmarysschool

Principal: Troy Sladek

St. Mary’s School is a vital extension of our parish faith community who work together to become more aware, informed, and involved in local and global concerns.

The collaboration of staff, students, and parents contribute to an educational setting where high academic achievement and behavioral standards are the expectation.

We believe in the basic goodness of each person. Our commitment is to provide 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. We have a further commitment to provide a variety of faith filled experiences, so students have the opportunity to develop a Christian philosophy enabling them to grow through Catholic doctrine and Christ’s message.

We believe every child is an individual with the ability to learn and develop through differentiated academic curriculum, responding to the needs of the whole child: Spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social and physical.

We believe the importance of good communication, realizing that such open, positive relationships are necessary to everyone’s growth experience.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL st. mary’s

KALON PREP ACADEMY

1877 Aga Dr. Suite 220, Alexandria, MN 56308

320-460-8881

Website: www.kalonprep.org

Executive director: Chris Kragenbring

Kalon Prep is a high school choice that is a strengths-based, whole student, college and career focused school. It is a tuition-free charter school approved by the Minnesota Department of Education.

LUTHERAN SCHOOL zion

300 Lake St., Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-4842

Website: www.zionalex.org

Principal: Andrew Strickland

Zion is a fully-accredited and licensed preschool through eighth-grade program that offers quality, Christian-based education for all children in the Alexandria area. We provide a well-rounded curriculum in core subjects as well as religion, music, art, physical education and extracurriculars such as band, orchestra and sports. We deal with each child as an individual child of God, nurturing them to their

We are committed to providing an exceptional campus culture that will foster strong academic achievement integrated with caring adults, relevant experiences and a daily dose of fun. Our team has: contagious energy and enthusiasm, a plethora of strengths and lots of love.

Mission: To meet students where they are and guide them where they want to go. We will do so by listening, leading and launching them on a path to become the best version of themselves.

full potential in spiritual, academic, physical, and emotional growth. The school, church and home work together teach Christian values/morals to prepare them as responsible members of society and God’s kingdom.

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL alexandria community

2505 Highway 29 N., Alexandria, MN 56308

320-763-4050

Website: www.accsmn.org

Email: info@accsmn.org

Head of School: Jaclyn Loween

Operations Director: Stephanie Erickson

A Community Christian School for Students Grades K-12, Home of the Royals

Mission: ACCS provides an engaging and relational academic environment, equipping the next generation to learn, love and lead.

Values: Nurturing hearts of Jesus, Educating the Whole Child, Cultivating Caring Community, Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders, and Developing a World Class School

School Verse: 1 Peter 2:9

Academic Accrediting Agency: Association of Christian Schools International Vision for the future: Stand-alone Christian school

on 15-20 acres of land, equipping more than 200 students each year

Why come to experience Christian education with ACCS? Because your children will be:

Going to school at the same time and in the same location (K-12).

Receiving an education that honors and promotes Christian values.

Participating in MSHSL athletics and Christian Athletics League (CAL) and fine arts programs (grades 7 -12), representing Christian values in our community and beyond.

Immersed in an environment that nurtures their social-emotional, relational, academic and spiritual needs.

Engaged in core-content and elective classes with curriculum rooted in Biblical principals and spiritual disciplines.

Building relationships with peers and adults from 22 Alexandria area churches.

ACADEMY

Sacred Journey Academy P.O. Box 1411, Alexandria, MN 56308 320-391-0410

Email: info@sacredjourneyacademy.org Website: www.sacredjourneyacademy.org

Sacred Journey Academy opened 2023 as a Kindergarten through 8th grade community discipleship

school deeply rooted in the life and love of Jesus. We seek to serve passionately Christian families within a 75-mile radius of Alexandria, Minnesota. Our commitment to parents and our student body is to grow by at least one grade per year allowing the 8th grade class to continue through graduation.

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 CountryLn.

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

CARLOS

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.

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.

CROOKED

Size: 281 acres Depth: 35 feet

Features: Quiet

Public access: North end off Co.Rd. 27

Named for its contour.

DARLING

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

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.

LAKES douglas county LAKE

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.

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.

Size: 614 acres Depth: 16 feet

Features: Shallow with sandy beaches

Public access: South end off Lakes Rd.

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 Co. Rd. 82

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.

INDIAN

FREEBORN lake

Size: 248 acres Depth: 18 feet

Public access: Northwest side off Co. Rd. 96

Size: 76 acres Depth: 38 feet

Public access: North side off Co. Rd. 6 and Indian Lake Rd.

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.

JENNIE

Size: 300 acres Depth: 6 feet

Public access: South end of Co. Rd. 56

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.

Named for Native Americans.

LITTLE CHIPPEWA

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.

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.

L’HOMME DIEU lake

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.

LAKE mill

Size: 451 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.

MARY

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 and Little Mary Circle.

Named for Mary Kinkead, a sister to some of Alexandria’s original settlers.

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.

MOON

Size: 144 acres Depth: 38 feet

Public access: North side off Co.Rd. 82.

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.

OSAKIS

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 inTodd County)

Name likely derived from Ojibwe Indian name for the lake, “Oh-za-kees,” which means “place of the Sauk” and refers to Sauk Indians who roamed the area.

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OSCA

Size: 1,119 acres Depth: 25 feet

Features: Island

Public access: North side off State Hwy. 27

Named for the King of Sweden.

POCKET

Size: 263 acres Depth: 40 feet

Public access: South side off Hwy. 114 and Pocket Lake Rd.

Named for its contour.

RACHEL

Size: 442 acres Depth: 65 feet

Public access: East shore off Co.Rd. 93

Named for the daughter of an early Holmes City settler.

RED ROCK

Size: 903 acres Depth: 22 feet

Features: Shallow

Public access: East side off Shorewood Dr.

RENO

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

ROUND

Size: 81 acres Depth: 30 feet

Features: Quiet

Public access: South end off Co.Rd. 27

Named for its contour.

SMITH

Size: 666 acres Depth: 30 feet

Features: Spring-fed, quiet

Public access: Northeast corner off Co. Rd. 82 and Smith Lake Rd.

Named for a family that homesteaded near the lake.

STOWE

Size: 389 acres Depth: 14 feet

Public access: West end off Co. Rd. 82 and Stowe Lake Rd.

TURTLE

Size: 218 acres Depth: 21 feet

Public access: Southwest corner off Co.Rd. 88

UNION

Size: 107 acres Depth: 45 feet

Public access: SE side off Co. Rd. 23

WINONA lake

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.

VERMONT

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

PARKS douglas county

CITY PARKS

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

Big Ole Central Park is on the north end of Broadway in Alexandria, next to Lake Agnes. It features year-round restrooms, fishing pier, gazebo, kiosk shelter, bike repair station and serves as a trail head for the Central Lakes Trail.

Bluebird Park is on Agnes Blvd. near Kinkead Cemetery in Alexandria.

Carter Park, on Benjamin Drive off of Co. Rd. 22 in Alexandria, has a playground..

Dean Melton Fillmore Park isatFillmore St. and 15th Ave. West in Alexandria. It features a picnic shelter, ball fields, skate park and playground.

Fred Foslien Park, in Victoria Heights, two blocks south of Co. Rd. 27 off Knut Street in Alexandria, has a playground.

Geneva Crest Park is on the west side of Lake Geneva in Alexandria. Take Co. Rd. 82 E., turn north on Birch Ave., go 3/4 mile, go east on Basswood two blocks and north on Geneva Dr. It has a playground, small ballfield and sand volleyball court.

Goose Park is three blocks west of Broadway on Fifth Ave. W. in Alexandria, next to Knute Nelson Memorial Field ballpark.

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

Lake Burgen Park, on Rosewood and Snowbird lanes on the west side of lake Burgen, has a playground.

Lake Connie Park is on Seventh Ave. E. between Roosevelt and Spruce streets in Alexandria.

Lakeview Park is near County Rd. 82 East and Birch Ave. in Alexandria. Take Co. Rd. 82 E. to Birch Ave., turn west on Runestone Place and west on Lake Park Ave. It has a playground and picnic shelter.

CITY PARK

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

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Manor Hills Park is in Alexandria. Take Hwy. 29 N. to Manor Dr. and go two blocks to the right on Springdale. It has a playground and small ballfield.

Martin’s Hope Park, on Second Ave. across the street from Big Ole Central Park in Alexandria, has a picnic gazebo.

Noonan Park is at Nokomis St. and 10th Ave. in Alexandria. It has restrooms, picnic shelters, walking paths, playground and winter ice skating.

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. It has a playground and small ballfield.

Osagi Park is on Lake St. in the city of 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 Sixth Ave. E.

Skylark Park, north of Kinkead Cemetery on Amanda Lane in Alexandria, has a playground.

Lake Brophy County Park, located on the north side of Lake Brophy, is the newest addition to the county’s park system. Take Co. Rd. 82 west of Alexandria to the Brophy Landing road. The park was built with a Legacy Grant from the State of Minnesota in 2018. It features a public swimming beach, picnic area, mountain bike course, fishing pier, children’s playground, fire pit, hiking trails, a sledding hill and crosscountry ski trails. It also has access to the Central Lakes Trail. A new visitor center with restrooms and a winter warming area is also planned for sometime in the summer of 2022.

Summer Meadows Park, on the north side of Alexandria near Scenic Heights Road and Summer Lane, has a playground.

Veterans Memorial Park is at 802 Broadway in Alexandria. It includes a replica of the Liberty Bell and granite monoliths with the names of more than 7,000 veterans, as well as restrooms and a picnic area. It also includes the Matt Kjelland Memorial basketball court.

Woodland Park, on the north side of Alexandria on Woodland Dr., just north of Hwy. 29, has a playground.

COUNTY PARKS

Chippewa Park is three miles north of Brandon on Co. Rd. 108. It features picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, restrooms, showers, drinking water, a swimming beach, playground, horseshoe pit and camping sites.

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

Lake Brophy Wayside Park is west of Alexandria at the intersection of Co. Rds. 82 and 8. It has picnic tables, charcoal grills, restroom, drinking water, playground and views of Lake Brophy.

Kensington Rune Stone Park is 15 miles west of Alexandria on State Hwy. 27. It’s where the famed Kensington Runestone was found. A visitor center was constructed in 2017 which offers modern restrooms, an interpretive room, a gathering space and drinking water. The park also includes picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, a heated building with kitchen facilities, softball field, horseshoe pit, volleyball court, playground, hiking, mountain bike trails, cross country ski trails and historic displays.

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PARK

Spruce Hill Park is near Miltona. From Alexandria, take Hwy. 29 to Co. Rd. 5 and go east five miles. It has a stocked trout stream, picnic tables, shelters, charcoal grills, electricity, restrooms, drinking water, softball field, and interpretive, hiking and cross country ski trails.

PARK state

Lake Carlos State Park is near Carlos.TakeStateHwy.29northfrom Alexandria, turn west on Co. Rd. 38, turn left into park. Permit is required; purchase at park office ($7/day, $35/ year). The park features trails for hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, as well as picnic tables, shelters, a swimming beach, play area, campsites, camper cabins, group camp, group center, restrooms, showers, boat landing, amphitheater, visitor/interpretive center, naturalist programs, geocaching and an equestrian area. Rentals are available for canoes, kayaks and snowshoes. Checkouts are available for fishing and birding kits and GPS units.

City Park Beach - Alexandria

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

BEACHES public

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

Lake Brophy County ParkAlexandria TakeCo.Rd.82westofAlexandria to the Brophy Landing road.

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

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

Lake L’Homme Dieu BeachAlexandria Take State Highway 29 north of Alexandria to the beach.

Lake Osakis Beach - Osakis Located on East Lake Street in Osakis.

Rotary Beach - Alexandria Between lakes L’Homme Dieu and Carlos off County Road 42.

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