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Expansion of law to protect newborns now in effect
In response to tragedies involving abandoned infants over the last several years, the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the state Legislature recognized the need to strengthen Minnesota’s Safe Place for Newborns law.
Saturday, August, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
In response to tragedies involving abandoned infants over the last several years, the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the state Legislature recognized the need to strengthen Minnesota’s Safe Place for Newborns law.
Saturday, August, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Connor Gallagher is New Year's baby
Connor Leo Gallagher was the first baby born in 2013 at the Douglas County Hospital in Alexandria.
Friday, January, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Connor Leo Gallagher was the first baby born in 2013 at the Douglas County Hospital in Alexandria.
Friday, January, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Recent study on blood mercury levels raises concerns
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) reminds anglers that they can reduce potential health risks by following the state’s current advice on safely consuming fish.
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) reminds anglers that they can reduce potential health risks by following the state’s current advice on safely consuming fish.
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Capitol Chatter: Obama touts advances in wind power
Wind was a major topic on President Barack Obama’s campaign swing through Iowa, and not by chance the White House released a report showing wind power use is growing.
Saturday, August, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Wind was a major topic on President Barack Obama’s campaign swing through Iowa, and not by chance the White House released a report showing wind power use is growing.
Saturday, August, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Summer anglers reminded to consult revised state guidelines before eating fish
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is again reminding anglers that they can reduce potential health risks by following the state's current advice on safely consuming fish.
Monday, July, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is again reminding anglers that they can reduce potential health risks by following the state's current advice on safely consuming fish.
Monday, July, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Commentary - Whooping cough prevention: Ensure the health of your family
If you have a new child or grandchild, or come in close contact with an infant of 12 months or younger, you should know that the number of cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is increasing sharply. And as grandparents, parents or as a caretaker, you should consider getting a booster vaccine.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
If you have a new child or grandchild, or come in close contact with an infant of 12 months or younger, you should know that the number of cases of whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is increasing sharply. And as grandparents, parents or as a caretaker, you should consider getting a booster vaccine.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
FFA makes impact at Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota FFA is busy at this year’s Minnesota State Fair.
Thursday, August, 23, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota FFA is busy at this year’s Minnesota State Fair.
Thursday, August, 23, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria community to aid March of Dimes efforts
Preterm babies are born at a higher rate in the U.S. than in 130 other countries of the world, including many poorer nations, according to the report Born Too Soon: The Global Action Report on Preterm Birth. In Minnesota, one in 10 babies is born premature.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Preterm babies are born at a higher rate in the U.S. than in 130 other countries of the world, including many poorer nations, according to the report Born Too Soon: The Global Action Report on Preterm Birth. In Minnesota, one in 10 babies is born premature.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Hard work pays off
Bernice Winter firmly believes that hard work pays off. She knows from experience this is true and has seen many rewards for her hard work throughout her 95 years of life. “Hard work don’t hurt nobody,” said the feisty little woman. “I have worked hard my whole life.”
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Bernice Winter firmly believes that hard work pays off. She knows from experience this is true and has seen many rewards for her hard work throughout her 95 years of life. “Hard work don’t hurt nobody,” said the feisty little woman. “I have worked hard my whole life.”
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Deal reached for family of woman scorned by Nancy Grace
The family of a Cottage Grove woman who lit herself on fire after she was scorned on national cable TV is set to receive a financial settlement.
Monday, January, 07, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
The family of a Cottage Grove woman who lit herself on fire after she was scorned on national cable TV is set to receive a financial settlement.
Monday, January, 07, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Skin Cancer Foundation offers sun safety tips for kids
Luckily, with good sun safety habits including proper clothing and sunscreen, children can enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities without risking their health.
Sunday, July, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Luckily, with good sun safety habits including proper clothing and sunscreen, children can enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities without risking their health.
Sunday, July, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Column - 1987: Jan Esala honored as Woman of the Year
OCTOBER 1912 The Alexandria School garden yielded 42 bushels of potatoes from the planting of a half bushel and their half acre plot produced 75 bushels of onions.
Wednesday, October, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
OCTOBER 1912 The Alexandria School garden yielded 42 bushels of potatoes from the planting of a half bushel and their half acre plot produced 75 bushels of onions.
Wednesday, October, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
MPCA offers help to businesses to reduce BPA exposure
An increasing number of retailers are offering receipts digitally via email or text, instead of on paper. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is launching a project to support this paperless receipt trend, for environmental and public health reasons.
Thursday, February, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
An increasing number of retailers are offering receipts digitally via email or text, instead of on paper. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is launching a project to support this paperless receipt trend, for environmental and public health reasons.
Thursday, February, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Is your infant immunized?
It’s never too early to think immunizations for your baby. Pregnancy is a great time to learn about the vaccines your baby will need. Educate yourself about shots before the excitement of having a new baby.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
It’s never too early to think immunizations for your baby. Pregnancy is a great time to learn about the vaccines your baby will need. Educate yourself about shots before the excitement of having a new baby.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Grace Hokanson, 91
Grace Winifred Hokanson, 91, Barrett, died Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Stevens’ Homes Plus in rural Barrett.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Grace Winifred Hokanson, 91, Barrett, died Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Stevens’ Homes Plus in rural Barrett.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Know these warning signs of skin cancer; it could save your life
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and while the dangers of melanoma are well known, it is important not to neglect the warning signs of the two most common types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), which can also become disfiguring and even deadly if not diagnosed and treated promptly.
Monday, May, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and while the dangers of melanoma are well known, it is important not to neglect the warning signs of the two most common types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), which can also become disfiguring and even deadly if not diagnosed and treated promptly.
Monday, May, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
More than a sparkling crown
Little girls dream about wearing a sparkling crown and being a princess in a beautiful and exotic country. For 21-year-old Meg Hintzen of Carlos, this dream is at the tip of her fingers. The only twist to the fairytale is that instead of ruling over a county, Hintzen hopes to be crowned the princess of dairy.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Little girls dream about wearing a sparkling crown and being a princess in a beautiful and exotic country. For 21-year-old Meg Hintzen of Carlos, this dream is at the tip of her fingers. The only twist to the fairytale is that instead of ruling over a county, Hintzen hopes to be crowned the princess of dairy.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Editorial - Life-and-death knowledge for child passengers
If you are confused about how your children should be riding in your vehicle – what type of car seat they should be in, whether they should be wearing seat belts instead, or even the correct way of securing them – find out now. Don’t regret it the rest of your life.
Wednesday, September, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
If you are confused about how your children should be riding in your vehicle – what type of car seat they should be in, whether they should be wearing seat belts instead, or even the correct way of securing them – find out now. Don’t regret it the rest of your life.
Wednesday, September, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Program provides car seats to families in need
A state program administered by the Minnesota Department of Public (DPS) Safety Office of Traffic Safety has provided 4,591 car seats during the last two years to families in need.
Tuesday, February, 26, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A state program administered by the Minnesota Department of Public (DPS) Safety Office of Traffic Safety has provided 4,591 car seats during the last two years to families in need.
Tuesday, February, 26, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Number of STDs increased in Minnesota in 2012
The total number of reportable sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Minnesota increased in 2012, according to the latest report from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
Saturday, April, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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The total number of reportable sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Minnesota increased in 2012, according to the latest report from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
Saturday, April, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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