Editorial - Open government records to Internet
Every day, the federal government releases vast amounts of useful information about every aspect of our nation and how government works.
RELATED CONTENTColumn - Computers are a lifeline
Computer withdrawal is almost as bad as quitting smoking. Most of us, I think, are kidding ourselves when we crow about how we are not addicted to computers.
RELATED CONTENTColumn - Here's how to get my money
Unless you grow your own food and hunt and gather for all your other needs, you probably need to buy things from someone else.
RELATED CONTENTLetter - Do it for the money
The Douglas County Commissioners can take action to support the Lakes Area Humane Society (LAHS) to help control pet populations.
RELATED CONTENTLetter - A little St. Patrick's Day history
Here is some historical information I thought you would like to know. It seems that the real truth about St. Patrick is really about his great and noble deed of driving the Norwegians out of Ireland.
RELATED CONTENTEditorial - Stand up and be counted; fill out census
It’s time to stand up and be counted – and not fall prey to conspiracy theories that attempt to cast the census in a distrustful light. Census forms have arrived – or will be arriving soon – in the mail of Douglas County residents.
RELATED CONTENTColumn - 1910: Monthly wages for police chief set at $50
The following is a collection of stories and other items that were included in Alexandria newspapers over the years.
RELATED CONTENTCommentary - We owe thanks for farmers
Too often, the only times our non-farm neighbors hear about agriculture is when there is economic crisis on the farm, or when some interest group objects to some agricultural practice.
RELATED CONTENTLetter - A unique and powerful event
In just a few days, Christians all over the world will be gathering to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
RELATED CONTENTLetter - Racino is a no-brainer
It is a no-brainer to bring racinos to Minnesota. Other states are already receiving millions of dollars to help erase deficits or enhance various projects that need help.
RELATED CONTENTLetter - Why does world harbor hate?
Spinning round and round, wonder what’s that sound? With my feet on the ground, looking up at the stars. How the world’s come so far. Never wanted to be a star.
RELATED CONTENTLetter - How to keep more green
Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland and legend credits him with driving all the snakes from that island. As a financial counseling director for Lutheran Social Services (LSS), it made me wonder, what are the financial snakes that families today need to drive out of their lives?
RELATED CONTENTEditorial - Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down
Thumbs Up/Down: Neighbors of Ginny Green appreciate her clean-up efforts on Lake L’Homme Dieu. She walked out onto the ice from the north shore of the lake last week and collected 11 garbage bags full of trash left by irresponsible ice anglers.
RELATED CONTENTColumn - Movies dreams answered
When I read the “Thumbs Up” editorial in the March 3 Echo Press, I found myself nodding faster than a movie-crazed bobble-head. The Thumbs Up was suggested by Annette Carolyn Ely, a writer who retired part-time in the Alexandria area.
RELATED CONTENTColumn - Advice for seniors: adjust
When the alarm sounds, will I get up or hit the 15-minute snooze button? This is the question I ask myself as a senior every morning.
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