Organization has been entertaining audiences in Alexandra since ‘67 “Building community by igniting interest and participation in and through the performing arts.” That is the mission of Andria Theatre, a premier live theater and performing arts center in Alexandria. And for more than 50 years, the organization has been delivering on that mission. The Andria Theatre spire was brought back last year, enhancing the look of the theater as well as downtown Alexandria. Contributed

Thousands expected at this year’s Pope County Community Expo Hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of visitors will converge on Minnewaska Area High School on April 7 for the 8th annual Pope County Community Expo. Contributed photo “There is definitely something for all ages and families at the Pope County Community Expo,” said Scott Formo, executive director of the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, and Expo planning committee member. “It is going to be a fun day for ev

In a small town like Lake Benton, there isn’t always a lot to do. That’s why it was paramount that the town save the 122-year-old Lake Benton Opera House from being razed 47 years ago. Lake Benton Opera House president and director, Mark Wilmes, in front of the historic building. Photo by Scott Thoma “The Opera House has been a big part of my life,” said Mark Wilmes, who has served on the 15-person board of directors at the Opera House since the late ‘90s, has been president