# douglas county (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover douglas county. Page: Feed: --- ## [Letter: Finding collaborative leadership in rural communities](https://www.echopress.com/opinion/letters/letter-finding-collaborative-leadership-in-rural-communities) _2026-08-22 · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ From the letter: When someone isn't afraid of hard work and offers hands-on support, not just ideas or opinions, they're often demonstrating collaborative leadership. ## [Chamber Ambassadors recognize local businesses](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/chamber-ambassadors-recognize-local-businesses) _2026-08-22 · Staff reports · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 4 area businesses were visited on Aug. 12. ## [Commentary: Do you still hear the trumpets?](https://www.echopress.com/opinion/letters/commentary-do-you-still-hear-the-trumpets) _2026-08-22 · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ From the commentary: Every year, my doctor asks me if I am still interest in doing stuff. I am. If I had zero interest in doing anything I don’t know how I would survive. ## [How Gophers football stars are spending their NIL money](https://www.echopress.com/sports/college/how-gophers-football-stars-are-spending-their-nil-money) _2026-08-22 · Andy Greder / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ A Corvette, a speedboat, dessert and supporting a nonprofit are some of the ways Minnesota athletes are spending their NIL dough. ## [Douglas Machine earns MNSTAR certification for workplace safety](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/douglas-machine-earns-mnstar-certification-for-workplace-safety) _2026-08-22 · Staff reports · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ MNSTAR is a recognition program for companies that have developed comprehensive safety and health management systems that go beyond basic compliance with OSHA standards. ## [Many types of lindens are sold locally and adapted to our climate](https://www.echopress.com/lifestyle/many-types-of-lindens-are-sold-locally-and-adapted-to-our-climate) _2026-08-22 · Don Kinzler · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ In Fielding Questions, readers asked about fall grass seeding and fall fertilizing. ## [A Minnesota wildlife museum that's been closed for decades donates its taxidermy pieces to four universities](https://www.echopress.com/sports/northland-outdoors/a-minnesota-wildlife-museum-thats-been-closed-for-decades-donates-its-taxidermy-pieces-to-four-universities) _2026-08-22 · Andrew Weeks · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ More than 300 specimens from the Bagley Wildlife Museum get a second lease on life. ## [A closer look at Harvey Carignan](https://www.echopress.com/news/the-vault/a-closer-look-at-harvey-carignan) _2026-08-22 · Staff reports · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ Full series in today's e-edition, and the first episode of The Vault's podcast about North Dakota-born serial killer is released. ## [Public distrust of automated license plate readers boiling over in St. Cloud](https://www.echopress.com/news/minnesota/public-distrust-of-automated-license-plate-readers-boiling-over-in-st-cloud) _2026-08-22 · Jack O'Connor · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ After the vandalism of cameras in the area, the St. Cloud City Council will hold a public study session in September. ## [Minnesota DNR asks hunters to not shoot research bears](https://www.echopress.com/sports/northland-outdoors/minnesota-dnr-asks-hunters-to-not-shoot-research-bears) _2026-08-22 · Andrew Weeks · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ The state's bear season opens Sept. 1. ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/oXMmriPkXrUC) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Olivia Miles puts up 24 as Lynx beat Mystics to extend winning streak](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/olivia-miles-puts-up-24-as-lynx-beat-mystics-to-extend-winning-streak) _2026-08-22 · Field Level Media · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ Lynx canned 37 of 70 shots from the field and were 11 of 27 from 3-point range ## [AL teams to watch as Twins make playoff push](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/al-teams-to-watch-as-twins-make-playoff-push) _2026-08-22 · Betsy Helfand / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/news/minnesota/minnesota-hemp-farmers-rethink-the-crop-as-federal-hemp-thc-ban-approaches) _2026-08-21 · Nicole Ki / MPR News · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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’](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/loons-coach-cameron-knowles-on-exit-of-khaled-el-ahmad-we-keep-moving-on) _2026-08-21 · Andy Greder / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/five-vikings-players-to-watch-against-ravens) _2026-08-21 · Dane Mizutani / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/health/in-rochester-hhs-secretary-kennedy-announces-national-safety-initiative-for-autistic-kids-adults) _2026-08-21 · Dené K. Dryden · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/opinion/editorials/thumbs-up-thumbs-down-august-21-2026) _2026-08-21 · Alexandria Echo Press Editorial Board · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/popular-regional-sports-series-midwest-made-returns-to-tv) _2026-08-21 · Forum News Service staff · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/marc-lore-agrees-to-sell-majority-stake-of-timberwolves-lynx-to-marc-stad) _2026-08-21 · Jace Frederick / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/new-holiday-inn-express-and-suites-is-open-in-alexandria) _2026-08-21 · Staff reports · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ The hotel opened its doors last week. ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cElf1hgH1R09) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [Ribbon cutting ceremony to be held at Smart Cookie in Alexandria](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/ribbon-cutting-ceremony-to-be-held-at-smart-cookie-in-alexandria) _2026-08-21 · Staff reports · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ The event will be held Tuesday, Aug. 25. ## [DFL lawmakers planning to bring back Flock camera legislation](https://www.echopress.com/news/minnesota/dfl-lawmakers-planning-to-bring-back-flock-camera-legislation) _2026-08-21 · Mary Murphy · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ The license plate readers have been vandalized across the state as public frustration mounts. ## [Finding Faith: A hero that lived up to the title](https://www.echopress.com/opinion/columns/finding-faith-a-hero-that-lived-up-to-the-title) _2026-08-21 · Devlyn Brooks · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/prep/football-osakis-embracing-opportunity-as-new-season-approaches-1) _2026-08-21 · Blake Durham · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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?](https://www.echopress.com/news/minnesota/lisa-demuth-saw-victory-despite-missing-two-key-endorsements-how-did-she-do-it) _2026-08-21 · Mary Murphy · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/prep/football-osakis-embracing-opportunity-as-new-season-approaches-2) _2026-08-21 · Blake Durham · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.bestofthemidwest.com/the-grand-forks-boutique-building-confidence-one-shopper-at-a-time) _2026-08-21 · Kaity Young · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/justin-jefferson-building-chemistry-with-kyler-murray) _2026-08-20 · Dane Mizutani / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ Takeaways from Day 16 of Vikings training camp ## [Loons’ Chief Soccer Officer Khaled El-Ahmad leaving for Austin FC](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/loons-chief-soccer-officer-khaled-el-ahmad-leaving-for-austin-fc) _2026-08-20 · Andy Greder / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/pro/revamped-bullpen-helping-to-keep-twins-in-thick-of-playoff-race) _2026-08-20 · Betsy Helfand / St. Paul Pioneer Press · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ Deadline pitching additions held leads in all three of Minnesota's victories over NL East-leading Atlanta this week ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Ddu1ABAZamAQ) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [By a vote of 6-1, Alexandria School Board approves application to the Solar for Schools Grant Program](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/by-a-vote-of-6-1-alexandria-school-board-approves-application-to-the-solar-for-schools-grant-program) _2026-08-20 · Celeste Edenloff · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/wallethub-names-atcc-10th-best-community-college-in-nation) _2026-08-20 · Travis Gulbrandson · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ The school was also named best in Minnesota. ## [Community Calendar for Douglas County area Aug. 21-28](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/community-calendar-for-douglas-county-area-aug-21-28) _2026-08-20 · Echo Press staff report · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ Events for Aug. 21-28 ## [Brainerd company pays employee $115K in discrimination settlement](https://www.echopress.com/news/minnesota/brainerd-company-pays-employee-115k-in-discrimination-settlement) _2026-08-20 · Matt Erickson · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/sports/prep/baseball-persistent-alexandria-black-lineup-topples-bemidji-to-reach-state-junior-legion-title-round-1) _2026-08-20 · Blake Durham · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/news/minnesota/independent-ice-flight-tracker-marks-5-000th-detainee-flown-out-of-msp) _2026-08-20 · Madison McVan / Minnesota Reformer · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ 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](https://www.echopress.com/news/local/douglas-county-fair-opens-wednesday-brings-smiles-all-around) _2026-08-19 · Celeste Edenloff · Alexandria Echo Press | Alexandria, Minnesota_ The fair runs through Saturday, Aug. 22.