Olivia Miles puts up 24 as Lynx beat Mystics to extend winning streak
Lynx canned 37 of 70 shots from the field and were 11 of 27 from 3-point range
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AL teams to watch as Twins make playoff push
Seven AL teams are within three games of one another in the race for the third and final wild card spot
Minnesota hemp farmers rethink the crop as federal hemp-THC ban approaches
Minnesota’s hemp farmers have weathered a boom, a bust and years of changing rules. A looming federal ban on most hemp-derived THC products, set to take effect Nov. 12, is the latest blow to an industry they helped build.
Loons coach Cameron Knowles on exit of Khaled El-Ahmad: ‘We keep moving on’
El-Ahmad, expected to join Austin FC next week, said his goodbyes on Friday at the team’s Blaine training facility
Five Vikings players to watch against Ravens
It appears most of the Vikings’ first-teamers will sit out Saturday’s exhibition at U.S. Bank Stadium
In Rochester, HHS Secretary Kennedy announces national safety initiative for autistic kids, adults
Federal officials made the announcement in Rochester after learning about local law enforcement's success in responding to missing persons cases involving adults and children with autism.
Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down: August 21, 2026
Views from the Echo Press Editorial Board. Topics: Douglas County Fair, Alexandria Motors, medical coverage, speeders, air show
Popular regional sports series 'Midwest Made' returns to TV
The Forum Communications show captures sports stories from across the region. A new episode will air Saturday on WDAY, WDAY XTRA, KSFL and MNBN.
Marc Lore agrees to sell majority stake of Timberwolves, Lynx to Marc Stad
Alex Rodriguez is retaining his stake in the organization, as well as his roles as governor of the Lynx and co-governor of the Wolves
New Holiday Inn Express and Suites is open in Alexandria
The hotel opened its doors last week.
Ribbon cutting ceremony to be held at Smart Cookie in Alexandria
The event will be held Tuesday, Aug. 25.
DFL lawmakers planning to bring back Flock camera legislation
The license plate readers have been vandalized across the state as public frustration mounts.
Finding Faith: A hero that lived up to the title
Devlyn Brooks is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and serves Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton, Minnesota.
Cross Country: Minnewaska Area to strive for overall growth in new season
Lakers return 11 letterwinners, one state qualifier to roster for 2026
Lisa Demuth saw victory despite missing two key endorsements. How did she do it?
How the Republican House speaker defeated Trump-endorsed Mike Lindell and the GOP-endorsed Kendall Qualls in the primary by 45,000 votes.
Football: West Central Area eager for new season with balanced roster
Knights to feature a mix of experience and newcomers out on the field in 2026
The Grand Forks boutique building confidence one shopper at a time
Northern Roots Boutique caters to shoppers of all ages. "I've dressed a nine-year-old, and I've dressed a 101-year-old," owner Kay Rone said.
Justin Jefferson building chemistry with Kyler Murray
Takeaways from Day 16 of Vikings training camp
Loons’ Chief Soccer Officer Khaled El-Ahmad leaving for Austin FC
A fellow MLS Western Conference team, Austin has been looking for a sporting director since May
Revamped bullpen helping to keep Twins in thick of playoff race
Deadline pitching additions held leads in all three of Minnesota's victories over NL East-leading Atlanta this week
By a vote of 6-1, Alexandria School Board approves application to the Solar for Schools Grant Program
The grant would help pay for solar panels on four schools in the district – Carlos, Discovery, Garfield and Miltona.
WalletHub names ATCC 10th best community college in nation
The school was also named best in Minnesota.
Community Calendar for Douglas County area Aug. 21-28
Events for Aug. 21-28
Brainerd company pays employee $115K in discrimination settlement
Glacier Ice House leaders cited illness and disability leave as a reason to terminate employee.
Baseball: Successful summer for Alexandria Post 87 programs reflection of community support
Senior Legion won Gopher Classic, Junior Legion Black finished second at home state tournament that showcased ballpark upgrades
Independent ICE flight tracker marks 5,000th detainee flown out of MSP
Nick Benson’s database has become a valuable source of information on President Donald Trump’s mass deportation campaign.
Douglas County Fair opens Wednesday, brings smiles all around
The fair runs through Saturday, Aug. 22.