Douglas County News
County Board Meeting June 4
Posted: Wednesday, June 05, 2019
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners voted to purchase the First Lutheran Church located at 822 Douglas Street. The closing is expected to occur on or before September 30...
Transition Time in Douglas County K9 Program
Posted: Tuesday, June 04, 2019
With a final shake, Douglas County K9 Officer Vinny officially retired. And, with amazing agility, Douglas County K9 Officer Hunter leaped into duty. It’s transition ti...
County Board Meeting May 21
Posted: Wednesday, May 22, 2019
Douglas County is fast becoming a destination for its wonderful wineries and locally brewed beer. On May 21, the commissioners approved several applications that will allow ex...
3 New Deputy Sheriffs Sworn In
Posted: Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Douglas County Sheriff Troy Wolbersen welcomed three new deputy sheriffs to the office Tuesday, May 21. He swore in Sarah Hubacher, Nate Larson and Chad Peterson. Sheriff Wolb...
Crafting for a Cause
Posted: Thursday, May 16, 2019
There are some very lucky families and animals in and around Douglas County. Members of a creatively named Handicraft Support Group knitted, crocheted and sewed an amazing ass...
Sheriff's Water Patrol and Boating Safety
Posted: Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Every spring, my water patrol deputies start the safe boating process by loading up the buoys and heading out to area lakes. Buoys are markers that help boaters navigate the w...
Kids Groundwater Festival
Posted: Friday, May 10, 2019
Douglas County’s abundant supply of lakes are a visual reminder of the importance of water. But how much do most of us know about the water cycle? Thanks to the annual Kids Gr...
Douglas County Safety Day
Posted: Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Douglas County employees all know the value of safety on the job. On Wednesday, May 01, employees in the Public Works Department refreshed their skills as part of Safety Day. ...
U of M Extension Horticulture Survey
Posted: Wednesday, May 01, 2019
University of Minnesota Extension, Douglas County, Wants Your Input!! If you are a gardener or interested in lawns, landscapes, local foods, fruits and vegetables, water quali...
Quality Solid Waste Program
Posted: Monday, April 22, 2019
Most of us don’t give a second thought about what happens to the garbage we throw in our containers. We’re just glad the hauler comes every week to take it away. Out of sight,...
County Board Meeting April 16
Posted: Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Residents and visitors will notice activity at Lake Brophy Park based on action taken during the April 16 meeting. Commissioners approved the resources necessary to install th...
Lake Brophy County Park Survey
Posted: Monday, April 15, 2019
Douglas County wants your input on its newest park! The park is located on the north side of Lake Brophy, just off the Central Lakes Trail. This summer visitors will enjoy a s...
Severe Weather Awareness and Tornado Drill
Posted: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Thursday, April 11th was the day designated as tornado drill day in Minnesota. Due to the expected snow and wind conditions, the National Weather Service has cancelled its par...
County Board Meeting April 2
Posted: Thursday, April 04, 2019
Concerts will continue at the Douglas County courthouse this summer. Commissioners approved a permit for the Red Willow Arts Coalition to host music on Thursday evenings. &nbs...
County Board Meeting March 19
Posted: Sunday, March 24, 2019
The Douglas County Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, March 19 and took a number of actions. The board approved application for Runestone Electrical Association Operati...
Gardening Brown Bag Series
Posted: Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Gardening Brown Bag Series Every other week starting Tuesday, April 16 - Tuesday, August 20 Held at the Douglas County Library No cost or pre-registration Full details at http...
County Board Meeting March 5
Posted: Tuesday, March 05, 2019
The Douglas County Board met Tuesday, March 5. Board Chair Charlie Meyer, Vice-Chair Keith Englund and Commissioners Jerry Rapp, Heather Larson and Tim Kalina approved a numbe...
Fruit & Vegetable Growers Workshop
Posted: Tuesday, March 05, 2019
Fruit & Vegetable Growers Workshop Wednesday, March 27 1:30 - 4:30 PM Extension Meeting Room $ 10/ Pre-Registration Required by March 22 Full details at https://www3.exten...
Douglas County Surveyor Honored
Posted: Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Congratulations to Douglas County Surveyor Pat Veraguth. The Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors has named him Surveyor of the Year! This honor reflects Veraguth's ded...
County Hires New Senior Services Coordinator
Posted: Monday, February 11, 2019
Just call her Joyce. She’s the new senior coordinator in Douglas County and wants to quickly be on a first-name basis with the county’s 60 plus population. “People have been s...
Spring Vineyard Workshop
Posted: Monday, February 11, 2019
March 23 9 AM - 1 PM Held at Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery in Kasota $ 35 Registration and full details Click Here...
County Works to Reduce Use of Road Salt
Posted: Monday, February 04, 2019
It’s a busy winter for Douglas County Public Works. Crews keep 550 miles of county roads in the best winter driving condition possible. In addition to plowing snow, the county...
County and City Leaders Meet
Posted: Friday, January 25, 2019
Douglas County commissioners met with the mayor of Alexandria and the city council on Tuesday, January 22. They had a great discussion on ways they can work together in 2019.&...
Fire
Posted: Monday, October 22, 2018
Kensington Runestone Visitor Center Receives Award
Posted: Wednesday, October 17, 2018
An award was presented by the North Dakota Architectural Board to the Douglas County Board of Commissioners, Douglas County Parks Division, and JLG Architects at t...
2018 Law Enforcement Scholarship Program
Posted: Tuesday, October 02, 2018
Douglas County Sheriff Troy Wolbersen announces the commencement of the Law Enforcement Scholarship Program for 2018. Sheriff Wolbersen proudly announced that the Minne...