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Big Ole Roundup offers inspiration
The ninth annual Big Ole Roundup of Alexandria’s Lakes Area Alanon and Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) will celebrate recovery during the weekend of March 1-3.
Friday, February, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Alexandria students inspired to raise money
A December social studies lesson on non-governmental organizations’ (NGO) role in economic development, delivering medical aid and emergency food relief inspired students at the Runestone Regional Learning Center (RRLC) in Alexandria to get involved.
Wednesday, April, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

100-mile Inspiration Bike Race to begin in Garfield
The Inspiration 100 – a 100-mile gravel road bicycle race – will start from the Garfield Elementary School this Saturday, September 8 at 8 a.m. More than 80 riders from the upper Midwest and beyond will descend upon Garfield that morning to ride a gravel road loop that will take them through the Leaf Valley hills around Inspiration Peak, to Clitherall, and then back again.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Bremness Gallery presents inspired artist Faythe Mills
Bremness Gallery presents “Open to the World…the Artwork of Faythe Mills” on the grounds of the historic Ann Bickle Heritage House, Glenwood. The show is free and open to the public. It runs every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. through July 29.
Friday, July, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

It's Our Turn: Inspiring lessons from The Boss
Have you ever been deflated by that little voice in your head that tells you you’re “too old” to do something? Drown out that voice with some Bruce Springsteen music, or at least follow his lead. His passion for music, combined with his energy, focus and sense of fun make him an ageless wonder.
Friday, November, 23, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Jobs and Java event set
Jobs and Java will feature an informational presentation on “Outside the Box: Dreams and Inspiration, the Foundation of Your Job Search” on Tuesday, September 4 at 10 a.m.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Business

Amazing Jeffo performance cancelled
Due to an injury, Amazing Jeffo, who is an inspirational speaker and presents magic shows, will not be able to be in Alexandria for his performance that was scheduled for Friday, October 12 at Discovery Middle School.
Friday, October, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Fun facts from the Census: 43rd Earth Day celebrated April 22
Monday, April 22, 2013, marks the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day, a day intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment.
Friday, April, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Commentary - The present is overlooked
As my generation gets older, new generations come in to change what we changed for the better. I could only hope this letter inspires one child to do something for the better.
Friday, June, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Nominations open today for Minnesota Teacher of Year
Everyone remembers a favorite teacher, someone who motivates and inspires students for a lifetime. Minnesotans have the opportunity again this fall to nominate that unique educator for 2013 Minnesota Teacher of the Year.
Monday, October, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Search begins for America's prettiest painted places
There are many cities, towns and neighborhoods across the U.S. that inspire residents and visitors alike with their beauty and charm. But which are the crème de la crème? We’ll soon have a better idea.
Thursday, June, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Jefferson High School FIRST robotics team takes fourth at competition
Jefferson High School’s FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science) robotics team, Team 3313 Mechatronics, participated in the 2012 Minne Regional at Prior Lake High School in Savage on Saturday, November 17.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Education

Flying discs, pyramid climbing focus of challenge
The 3313 Alexandria For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Robotics high school team will participate in the Minnesota State Robotics Tournament on Saturday, May 18 at Williams Arena, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Biking across America
It’s likely a childhood bike ride with her sisters from Lazy Day Villa Resort in Alexandria to Carlos Corners inspired Megan Ausen to tackle a bike ride across the country in adulthood.
Wednesday, February, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Inner poet emerges
Although Julia Olson’s poetic inspirations began as a child, she said they were “locked away in the depths of her mind until now and like spirits of the past, waited in the shadows for someone or something to set them free.”
Friday, March, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Veterans Day inspires reminder of Minnesota Military Tax Credit
As Veterans Day approaches, the Minnesota Department of Revenue reminds members of the military that they may be eligible for hundreds of dollars in military related tax benefits.
Saturday, November, 10, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Column - Now's the time to go monarch hunting
Every child - and adult, come to think of it - should have the chance to witness in person one of the most awe-inspiring spectacles of nature: the life-cycle stages of the monarch butterfly. Seeing it on film just won’t do. That’s like trying to fathom the grandeur of the Grand Canyon by seeing snapshots of it.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Commentary - Every child deserves a family
Over the past year, I have spoken with many youth who are in, or just left, our foster care system. Their stories veer from inspirational to heartbreaking. The young man who transitioned from foster care to college (a triumph, without doubt) described move-in day at his dorm, when he realized he was the only person on his floor without a family helping with those boxes.
Friday, November, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

The other Great Escape
WWII veteran shares story of life, death and survival in POW camps: Donald Drum is just one example of the sacrifices those who serve in the Armed Forces make for our country. They’re the reason we have freedom. They should inspire us to be grateful for what we have. While we celebrate Veterans Day, remember those who have sacrificed so much for our country.
Friday, November, 09, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Heaven Bound Trio to perform at West Moe
The Heaven Bound Trio will perform on Sunday, May 12 at 10:30 a.m. at West Moe Lutheran Church in Brandon.
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Faith

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