Stacie Kimball
Stacie Kimball has been a staff writer at the Echo Press since August 2011. She graduated from the administrative assistant program at Alexandria Technical College. She worked at the college before staying at home to raise her children and run her own business for nine years. She lives in Douglas County with her husband, Jim, and children, Cole and Eva. In her spare time, she enjoys family time, photography, animals, fishing and snowmobiling.Contact
All I want for Christmas
Abby Koopman of Alexandria wanted a Barbie for Christmas, but more than that, she wanted her dad home for the holidays. Abby’s dad, Joe Koopman, is a sergeant in the National Guard stationed in Kuwait.Alexandria Echo Press, 12/21/2011
Realize a talent and believe
It is amazing what people can do when they realize their own talents. After years of doubt in her abilities, Tracy Anderson of Alexandria realized her talent and pursued it. Anderson’s uncle is an artist and retired art professor. She remembered, as an enthused young girl, watching him draw and asking, “Can you draw me a horse?”Alexandria Echo Press, 12/16/2011
The Small Mall provided gifts for children to purchase
The Small Mall event was developed last year by Pastor Mick Murphy from Calvary Covenant Church in Evansville and Sara Evanson, youth pastor for the Evansville churches. It was designed to teach children the importance of giving to others.Alexandria Echo Press, 12/16/2011
Is it a black/white thing?
Black dogs and black cats are often the last to find homes and the first in line to be euthanized. Even pet stores shy away from taking in black pets.Alexandria Echo Press, 12/16/2011
What will they think of next?
If a list titled “Favorite Cards to Grace Our Mailbox” was created, the Eckhoffs of Alexandria would surely top that list. At least if the more than 80 recipients they send cards to had anything to say about it.Alexandria Echo Press, 12/14/2011
Red-nose Reindeer and Hula Hoop Hummers?
Wondering what tasty concoction might be a hit at your holiday party? Students at Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) hosted an event that searched for the perfect non-alcoholic drink to help out with that. The DECA organization at ATCC held its first-ever “Hangover Free Happy Hour” event on Wednesday, December 7.Alexandria Echo Press, 12/14/2011
In the pursuit of peace
“I want to feel that at some point I was able to start a ripple effect,” said BrieAnn West. The ambitious young woman exudes maturity beyond her years and has a passport that would rival that of any jetsetter’s. But her many international trips weren’t taken for pleasure. They were taken in the hopes of getting the ripple effect started, leading to the ultimate goal of world peace.Alexandria Echo Press, 11/30/2011
An eco-friendly high school
The new District 206 high school in Alexandria will be energy efficient due to a decision made at the most recent school board meeting. At the meeting held on Monday, November 21, the District 206 School Board voted unanimously to pursue LEED certification for the high school project. The school would be the first one in Alexandria to receive this certification.Alexandria Echo Press, 11/30/2011
Ask questions, don't send money
By asking three simple questions, Darlene Lewis of Alexandria saved herself $7,000. One October morning, the 77-year-old woman received a phone call from someone claiming to be her grandson, Josh.Alexandria Echo Press, 11/18/2011
Making beautiful music in a noisy world
Many things in Kaczrowski’s life became easier to understand after his diagnosis. The noise sensitivity, the overload he would feel after interacting with people and the way he thrived on repetition and routine became clear. He explained how doing things the exact same way, every day, “freed his mind.” Thinking is processing, which is difficult for someone with Asperger’s.Alexandria Echo Press, 11/16/2011
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