Symbolism will be their downfall…

A fire in downtown Alexandria, Minn., gutted several buildings on Tuesday, displacing as many as 20 people and at least four businesses.

*Crews demolished four buildings to contain the fire, displacing businesses including Charlie’s Bazaar, RM Tattoo, Raapers Eatery & Ale, and Little Darlings Children’s Boutique.*

KMSP has a report and video of the fire, which drew more than 100 firefighters from five different departments to combat it.

https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2020/02/26/fire-destroys-businesses-in-downtown-alexandria.html