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Published April 18, 2012, 12:00 AM

April 18th, 2012

Photos from the April 18th, 2012 edition of the Echo Press.


Eric Morken | Echo Press

  • Eric Morken | Echo Press
  • Contributed photo.
  • Brian Dietz of Moorhead tested his driving skills on the SMARTrainer, a simulator that included a video monitor, along with the standard controls found on a real motorcycle.<br /><br /><br /><br />Al Edenloff | Echo Press
  • Workers at last year’s metal pick up hauled away a heavy item for recycling<br /><br /><br /><br />Echo Press file photo.
  • Shown (left to right) are Arland Hirman, past president, Alexandria Kiwanis Golden K; Bill Thoennes, first assistant chief; Mark Bergerson, rescue emergency medical services officer; Ron Moore, captain; Roger Granlund, treasurer, Alexandria Kiwanis Golden K; and Chris Johnson, lieutenant.<br /><br /><br /><br />Contributed photo.
  • Pictured are Kyle and Dayni Imdieke (center) and their children (from left) Drew, 6, Luke, 10, and Logan, 13. Dayni is battling a rare form of pancreatic cancer. The community is invited to a benefit for Dayni on Sunday, April 22 at the Osakis Community Center. (Contributed)
  • Eric Morken, Echo Press<br /><br />Alexandria shortstop Danielle Carlson dived for a ball that fell out of her reach after a runner interfered on a pop-up to the infield against Sauk Rapids last Thursday.
  • Eric Morken, Echo Press<br /><br />Jess Syvrud eyed the delivery of Storm pitcher Jennifer Rasmussen from third base.
  • Eric Morken, Echo Press<br /><br />Blizzard forward Justin Moody fired a shot during Alexandria’s last home contest in game two of the Central Division playoffs
  • Eric Morken, Echo Press<br /><br />Senior Will Harding served in his doubles match with Ben Von Bargen during their opening match of the season.
  • Eric Morken, Echo Press<br /><br />Brandon-Evansville junior Billie Juul held his windup during the Chargers’ second game of the season. Juul and his teammates fell victim to another slow start in a loss to CGB.
  • Tips for organizing coupons will be presented at a May 22 class.<br /><br /><br /><br />Crystal Dey | Echo Press
  • The Osakis dartball team won the Church Dartball League title.
  • The AYBC 8 Red team won the Minnesota Grade C championship
  • Contributed<br /><br />The Alexandria 5th grade girls’ AYBA basketball team finished first at the Osakis Elementary girls’ basketball tournament March 10.
  • Contributed<br /><br />Craig Erickson, Chris Erickson, Lori Zmuda and Troy Dittberner, members of Team Dittberner, captured the Vikingland Curling Club championship recently.
  • Dozens of tables donned festive décor including a beautiful array of teacups, saucers and place settings.
  • A crowd of 230 people gathered for the Someplace Safe Vintage Tea and Fashion Show on Saturday at Living Waters Church in Alexandria. After a light lunch and, of course, tea, the crowd was treated to a fashion show that featured the vintage fashion trends from decades past. Attendees said they were delighted with the music and impressive show.<br /><br /><br /><br />Amy Chaffins | Echo Press