Mark Anthony

Minneapolis, Saint Paul

Program Director and On-Air Personality at KXRA-AM (Alexandria, MN)

Chief Meteorologist at Kool TV

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RWAC's concert rained out Thursday night, two concerts coming up next week

14 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Alexandria, MN)--The weather didn't cooperate for the Red Willow Art Coalition's concert Thursday night on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn. Organizers were hoping the rain would come to an end for the Meire Grove Band to be able to perform. However, drizzle continued into the early evening. Next Thursday night it will be a 57 Chevy reunion. Then on Friday night it will be their Special Patriotic Concert on July 4th with Nathan's Old Time Band.
Ken Martinson discusses the 41st Vikingland Band Festival Parade on One on One

16 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

Ken Martinson discusses the history of the Vikingland Band Festival and its origin on this week's One on One. One on One with Mark Anthony, is heard Saturdays on KXRA-1490AM / 100.3fm/105.7fm (@7:40am) and KXRA-92.3FM (@7:00am), as well as each Sunday morning on KXRZ Z99.3fm (@10:15am). The interview is also re-broadcast on Monday mornings on KX92 at 10:00am and on Z99 at 9:10am.
"Fira" could be yours this week with our Pet of the Week

18 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Alexandria, MN)--The Lakes Area Humane Society has Fira up for adoption this week with our Pet of the Week. Fira is a stunning orange-and-white beauty with a heart full of warmth and a spark of sass. With her striking tabby stripes and glowing amber eyes, she’s not just another pretty face—Fira is a whole vibe. This confident girl has a curious mind and a playful streak that lights up any room.
41st annual Vikingland Band Festival is Sunday, Alex PD announces road closures

18 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Alexandria, MN)--The Vikingland Band Festival Parade is this Sunday starting at 1:30 p.m. along Broadway in Alexandria. The Alexandria Police Department says that Broadway St. will be closed from 3rd Ave. to 18th Ave. between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. for the band parade. Police say to use Fillmore St. and Nokomis St. to get around the parade route.
Motorcycle fatalities are down in MN, but caution continues to be urged

18 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(St. Paul, MN)--The motorcycle season is off to a good start in Minnesota this summer. State motorcycle safety coordinator Jay Bock says they're seeing fewer deadly crashes," but even one is too many. Bock say we currently have 15 fatalities in the state. Last year there were 24 fatalities at this time. He says any "fatality is a problem and I'm not encouraged by the fact that there's been some fatalities."Officials say the worst months for motorcycle fatalities is July and August in Minnesota.
Additional strong to severe storms possible across the area Saturday

19 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Undated)--The National Weather Service says strong to severe storms will be possible on Saturday with all hazards possible including large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. Forecasters say all of central and west central Minnesota are in a Level 2 or Slight Risk for severe weather. Stay alert to changing weather conditions over the weekend.
Severe weather possible across the area through tonight (Friday)

22 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Undated)--The National Weather Service says that strong to severe storms are possible today (Friday) mainly across western Minnesota. Tonight, will have the best chance for severe weather. The Storm Predication Center says the best chance for strong storms will be from Fergus Falls, Elbow Lake and Morris as they are in a slight risk of severe weather. Meanwhile, Alexandria, Glenwood, Sauk Centre, Parkers Prairie, Willmar, and Long Prairie have a marginal risk for severe weather.
Heat and humidity to return this weekend to the area

22 hours ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Undated)--The National Weather Service says that the heat and humidity will return as heat index values will be back into the 80s and 90s over the weekend across central and west central Minnesota. However, some locations in southern Minnesota will feel like 100 degrees. In Alexandria, the heat index is expected to climb to near 90 degrees on Saturday and in the low to mid 80s by Sunday. Health officials say to stay hydrated with the sticky conditions this weekend.
Salvation Army holds ribbon cutting ceremony at new location in Alexandria

1 day ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Alexandria, MN)--The Salvation Army of Douglas County held a ribbon cutting ceremony at its new location, 324 Broadway St., Ste. 215 in Alexandria, on Wednesday at 3 pm.
Man from central Minnesota pleads guilty to murder charges in drug overdose

1 day ago | voiceofalexandria.com | Mark Anthony

(Stearns County, MN)--A man from central Minnesota who was charged with murder involving the fatal overdose of another man has pleaded guilty. Cody Johannes 32, of Holdingford pleaded guilty to one count of 3rd-degree murder. He reportedly sold the victim methamphetamine and fentanyl on November 17, 2024. Police say the victim's body was found two days later after his brother called St. Cloud Police for a welfare check.