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Visiting magician will a'maze' audience
On Wednesday, February 20 at 7 p.m. at the Alexandria Area Arts Association (AAAA) Theatre in Alexandria, Jim Munroe, magician and cancer survivor, will present Maze.
Friday, February, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

It's Halloween time!
The buzz of Halloween can be felt in the cool fall air. People populate their yards with pumpkins and ghoulish decorations. They dangle fake cobwebs throughout their homes, bust out the orange and black décor and fill big bowls with candy for the coming trick-or-treaters.
Friday, October, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Apples are early; crop is smaller but quality is high
Apple lovers can look for their favorite local apple varieties earlier than usual this fall. Most varieties will ripen one to two weeks ahead of normal and many orchards have early season favorites for sale.
Monday, August, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Get your apple a day a little earlier this fall
Apple lovers can look for their favorite local apple varieties earlier than usual this fall. Most varieties will ripen one to two weeks ahead of normal and many orchards have early season favorites for sale, according to the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Country

Column - 1987: KSAX Channel 42 named 'Citizen of the Year'
SEPTEMBER 1962 The Alexandria public schools opened their doors to 2,773 students this week, eclipsing last year’s number by 76.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Insurance scams flourishing, says Better Business Bureau
In the midst of a tight economy and the wake of the new national healthcare reform bill, state and federal regulators are warning about a surge in healthcare-related scams.
Friday, October, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Calendar - Community Events

Friday, February, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

It's Our Turn: Journey to the Emerald Isle
In one short week, we’re going to start seeing those gimmicky shamrocks, leprechaun hats and “Kiss me, I’m Irish” T-shirts. All the bands, dancers and vocalists are gearing up for their Celtic concerts. Local bars are ready to advertise their beer specials. Happy St. Paddy’s Day!
Friday, March, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Minnesota Destinations: Alexandria
The phrase, “easy to get to – hard to leave,” isn’t just a Chamber of Commerce pitch line for the Alexandria lakes area. It’s true. People are having a hard time leaving because they’re having so much fun. Alexandria is conveniently located on Interstate 94.
Monday, May, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Travel

Commissioner candidates in District 3 answer questions
To help voters reach a more informed decision in the primary election on August 14, the Echo Press mailed questionnaires to the Douglas County commissioner candidates. Here are the responses from the four candidates who are running in District 3
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News