Buy a Lake - 07/31/07 09:41 PM
Most bare lots on Maple are going to cost you $300,000 and up in today's market. But, this morning I was walking through Art in the Park and found a booth that is selling topographical wood carvings of various lakes. Now, you can buy an entire lake for just a few … (0 comments)
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Cottage Tour - 07/30/07 08:33 PM
From 3-7 pm tomorrow, you can tour 5 outstanding lake cottages (4 on L'homme Dieu and 1 on Carlos). Advance tickets are $20 (available at Elden's,Pete's, Trumm Drug
& Yesterday's) or you can purchase at any of the cottages for $25. Proceeds will will benefit Elder Network, a non-profit with the … (0 comments)
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This weekend in Alexandria - 07/27/07 10:54 AM
It will be a busy weekend in the Lakes Area. If you aren't going to be at Waterama, be sure to stop by Art in the Park on Saturday and Sunday. Held for 31 years at City Park on the shores of Lake Henry, there is arts and crafts but also … (0 comments)
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Alexandria lakeshore - 07/26/07 08:25 AM
There are 153 lakefront properties for sale in Alexandria right now ranging from a $72,500 RV in an association on Lake Mary to a 5 bedroom home with acreage and Lake Latoka lakeshore for $1.9 million.
From most places of work, you can drive to a lake in 5 minutes or less. … (0 comments)
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Interlachen Drive - 07/26/07 08:23 AM
2 properties (a home and a bare lot) are currently for sale on Lake Carlos' Interlachen Drive. If you love, or even like , Eddy's Interlachen, this location is tough to beat. No need for the fluorescent Eddy's vest (given to anyone who has too much to drink in return … (0 comments)
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The Andersons - 07/26/07 08:20 AM
Did you know that one of the oldest family-owned businesses in Minnesota is the Anderson Funeral Home? It was started by a Swedish immigrant, John Anderson, in 1872. He learned his skills as a carpenter and cabinet maker during his school years in Sweden. When he was 25, he and … (0 comments)
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Bella's on Broadway - 07/24/07 10:08 PM
Late last week, I was heading south on Broadway and while at a red light, watched the exterior sign for Bella's on Broadway (the sister restaurant of Café Bella in Glenwood) being installed. Earlier this week, I passed by on foot and peaked inside through the window. By the looks … (0 comments)
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Lake lot for sale on Lake Irene (update) - 07/24/07 10:02 PM
referred to in new book 'Cabins of Minnesota' Memorial Day 2007 photos Lot 3 has sold Price Increase : Lot 15 is now $189,000 and Lot 4 is $199,000. Lot 11 has sold Lot 2 has sold FAQ
* How big are the lots?: The average lot size is of the … (0 comments)
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Condo on Lake Carlos - 07/24/07 09:59 PM
It is uncommon for a home to be for sale in Blake's by the Lakes but as of this week, there is a 3 bedroom/3 bath unit for sale.
Lake Carlos is located 5 miles north of Alexandria and is one of the main lakes on Alexandria's beautiful "chain … (0 comments)
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Welcome Home Troops - 07/24/07 09:57 PM
After a 22 month deployment to Iraq, members of the 1st Brigade Combat Team returned home to Minnesota and were escorted through the city by fire trucks, law enforcement vehicles and motorcycles. People lined the streets cheering, waving flags and applauding. It was followed with a brief ceremony at Citizen … (0 comments)
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Alexandria lakeshore - 07/24/07 09:53 PM
There are 153 lakefront properties for sale in Alexandria right now ranging from a $72,500 RV in an association on Lake Mary to a 5 bedroom home with acreage and Lake Latoka lakeshore for $1.9 million.
The toughest price range for sellers has been the $400,000 to $600,000 list price. Listings … (0 comments)
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Yappy Hour at Eddy's Interlachen - 07/24/07 09:52 PM
Join the Lakes Area Humane Society at Eddy's Interlachen tomorrow for Yappy Hour (Happy Hour for you and your dog). Yappy Hour is held the 3rd Thursdays of the summer months from 5-7 pm (technically, it is Yappy Hours) at Eddy's Interlachen. Snacks are provided for the dogs and owners. … (0 comments)
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Tidy Ida Lake - 07/18/07 09:32 PM
I knew that Lake Ida was named by Myron Coloney after a girl named Ida that lived on the east coast (absence didn't make the heart grow fonder as Myron married a girl named Josephine). What I didn't know and learned yesterday after a visit to the Douglas County Historical Society … (0 comments)
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Lake Geneva Report - 07/18/07 09:28 PM
12 properties are currently for sale on Lake Geneva ranging from a $275,000 lake lot to a $899,900 four bedroom home. Geneva is a 631 acre lake with a maximum depth of 63 feet and water clarity of 9 feet (2004 DNR survey).
LAKE GENEVA is a 630 acre "chain" lake … (0 comments)
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Tastefully Simple on GMA - 07/18/07 09:26 PM
This morning, Tastefully Simple was featured on Good Morning America (click George to watch it).
Tastefully Simple is a direct sales company based in Alexandria that offers easy-to-prepare gourmet foods designed "to help people spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the rest of their lives". Tastefully … (2 comments)
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June's Top 5 - 07/18/07 09:26 PM
Here are the top 5 sales for lake properties in Douglas County during the month of June:
8561 Breezy Circle NW - $700,000
5469 County Road 11 NW- $616,580
1608 Firemens Lodge Road SW - $535,000
2504 Latoka Drive SW - $490,000
7326 E. Lake Carlos Dr. NE - $480,000
And, … (0 comments)
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Classic Boat Show - 07/18/07 09:25 PM
If you love classic boats such as Chris Crafts and GarWoods, today is your day. Today at the Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center on Lake Darling is the Chain of Lakes Classic Boat Show. It is a free event courtesy of the Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum from 9 am to … (2 comments)
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Little Shop of Horrors at TLHD - 07/18/07 09:24 PM
Little Shop of Horrors begins tomorrow at Theatre L'Homme Dieu. It is a musical comedy about a loser, the girl he loves and the man-eating plant that changes their lives forever.
Performance dates and times: July 17-21, 24-28 at 7:30 pm. Call the Box Office at (320) 846-3150. Single … (0 comments)
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Bella's on Broadway - 07/18/07 09:23 PM
Late last week, I was heading south on Broadway and while at a red light, watched the exterior sign for Bella's on Broadway (the sister restaurant of Café Bella in Glenwood) being installed. Earlier this week, I passed by on foot and peaked inside through the window. By the looks … (0 comments)
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Tractor Run - 07/11/07 09:09 AM
You've heard of the Race for the Cure but have you heard of a Tractor Run?
To raise awareness about the needs of pets, the Lakes Area Humane Society (LAHS) sponsored a charity tractor run on July 7th. People had a great time and it gave some a chance to … (0 comments)
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100,000 Walleye Fingerlings - 07/10/07 03:18 PM
A joint effort between the DNR and the Viking Sportsmen will help increase the walleye population in the Chain of Lakes. In the fall, the DNR will put approximately 2,5000 pounds of walleye fingerlings into the lakes and this will be matched by the Viking Sportsmen.
Fingerlings are one to … (1 comments)
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Sailing Classes - 07/10/07 03:15 PM
The Minnesota Lakes Maritime Museum is now offering sailing classes. "Sailing for Kids" is available July 16th thru the 19th. Times are 1-3 pm for grades 3-5 and 2:30-4 pm for grades 6-8. Classes for teens and adults will be offered later in July and in August. Each class is … (0 comments)
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