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Douglas County 4-H dog show saw many fine performances by youth and their companions – Alexandria Echo Press


Douglas County 4-H dog show saw many fine performances by youth and their companions – Alexandria Echo Press

ALEXANDRIA – The Douglas County 4-H Dog Show was held Friday, August 2, where youth and their dogs competed in events such as agility, jumping, show, Rally O and obedience competitions. The dog show began with agility, a showjumping event that combines elements of the dog’s agility, liveliness and confidence with the handler’s control over […]

Millerville Butter Day coming soon – Alexandria Echo Press


Millerville Butter Day coming soon – Alexandria Echo Press

MILLERVILLE – After a hiatus of several years, Millerville Butter Days are back this year for one day only on Saturday, August 24th. Events begin at 4 p.m. with a kids’ tractor pull sponsored by JB Tractor, a butter carving contest sponsored by Millerville Co-op Creamery, kids’ games, face painting, axe throwing and food trucks […]

Average sales price for lakefront homes in Douglas County has increased nearly 52% in the past 20 years – Alexandria Echo Press


Average sales price for lakefront homes in Douglas County has increased nearly 52% in the past 20 years – Alexandria Echo Press

DOUGLAS COUNTY – Over the past 20 years, the average sales price for lakefront homes in Douglas County has increased from around $284,800 (in 2004) to about $590,000 (in 2024) – about 51.7%. Information from the Douglas County Assessor’s office shows that there have been approximately 86 lakefront sales since October 2023 with an average […]