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Turtles now crossing roads to reach nests
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking people to leave turtles alone as the turtles cross roads to reach nesting areas.
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking people to leave turtles alone as the turtles cross roads to reach nesting areas.
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Studies show unregulated chemicals widespread in lakes, rivers
Two studies released this week by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) confirm that a wide variety of unregulated chemicals are ending up in Minnesota’s lakes and rivers.
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Two studies released this week by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) confirm that a wide variety of unregulated chemicals are ending up in Minnesota’s lakes and rivers.
Saturday, May, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Turtles now crossing roads to reach nests; DNR offers tips to drivers
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking people to leave turtles alone as the turtles cross roads to reach nesting areas. Each year at this time, many female turtles move from lakes, ponds, wetlands, rivers and streams to nesting areas, where they deposit their eggs in self-excavated nests.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking people to leave turtles alone as the turtles cross roads to reach nesting areas. Each year at this time, many female turtles move from lakes, ponds, wetlands, rivers and streams to nesting areas, where they deposit their eggs in self-excavated nests.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Grass carp near Sartell is northernmost find for Asian carp
An angler bowfishing on the Mississippi River north of Sartell last week shot a 25-pound grass carp, an exotic species that previously has been found only much further south in Minnesota, including lower portions of the Mississippi, according to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
An angler bowfishing on the Mississippi River north of Sartell last week shot a 25-pound grass carp, an exotic species that previously has been found only much further south in Minnesota, including lower portions of the Mississippi, according to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Apply now for Minnesota elk hunt
Hunters have until June 14 to apply for one of 23 elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Hunters have until June 14 to apply for one of 23 elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
News Briefs: Death near Williston ruled a homicide
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Thursday, May, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Pests or pesticides, which is the lesser of two evils?
May is usually the month people start seeing aircraft spraying pesticides. In the Alexandria lakes area, pesticide is sprayed to ward off forest tent caterpillars. The fine mist drifting through the air everyone shares has raised questions about Foray 48B, the biological insecticide sprayed to eradicate the threat.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
May is usually the month people start seeing aircraft spraying pesticides. In the Alexandria lakes area, pesticide is sprayed to ward off forest tent caterpillars. The fine mist drifting through the air everyone shares has raised questions about Foray 48B, the biological insecticide sprayed to eradicate the threat.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
College students interested in animal agriculture sought for 4-H mentor program
Minnesota Foundation for Responsible Animal Care (MnFRAC) is inviting college students with an interest in serving as spokespersons for animal agriculture to apply for the position of Minnesota State Fair 4-H Animal Science Peer Mentor. Six positions are available.
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota Foundation for Responsible Animal Care (MnFRAC) is inviting college students with an interest in serving as spokespersons for animal agriculture to apply for the position of Minnesota State Fair 4-H Animal Science Peer Mentor. Six positions are available.
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Dogs used to detect zebra mussels
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will use three zebra mussel-sniffing K-9 teams for the first time this year to help combat the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Business
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will use three zebra mussel-sniffing K-9 teams for the first time this year to help combat the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Business
Student accomplishments, graduates and honors
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Education
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Education
DNR uses dogs to detect zebra mussels
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be using three zebra mussel-sniffing K-9 teams for the first time this year to help combat the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Tuesday, May, 07, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be using three zebra mussel-sniffing K-9 teams for the first time this year to help combat the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Tuesday, May, 07, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Wildlife finds new home in nation’s largest wetland, prairie restoration refuge
Migratory birds, water fowl and other wildlife now have a new place to call home. Thousands of acres of marginal farmland were converted back to native tall-grass prairies and wetlands in the nation’s largest restoration effort of its kind.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Migratory birds, water fowl and other wildlife now have a new place to call home. Thousands of acres of marginal farmland were converted back to native tall-grass prairies and wetlands in the nation’s largest restoration effort of its kind.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Aquatic ecologist introduces DIY zebra mussel detection
Spring has finally arrived in Minnesota. Soon lake lovers will be setting their sights on scenes of summer: boating, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming – and, of course, the emergence of watercraft inspectors patrolling for zebra mussels.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Spring has finally arrived in Minnesota. Soon lake lovers will be setting their sights on scenes of summer: boating, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming – and, of course, the emergence of watercraft inspectors patrolling for zebra mussels.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Zion students learn sign language
An after school language program at Zion Lutheran School in Alexandria gave students the opportunity to learn the basics of American Sign Language.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Education
An after school language program at Zion Lutheran School in Alexandria gave students the opportunity to learn the basics of American Sign Language.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Education
Out and About: Eco Fair held April 25
Earth and the environment took center stage at the fourth annual Community Eco Fair Thursday at Discovery Middle School in Alexandria. School District 206 hosted the free event, with support from local businesses and organizations.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Earth and the environment took center stage at the fourth annual Community Eco Fair Thursday at Discovery Middle School in Alexandria. School District 206 hosted the free event, with support from local businesses and organizations.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Small companies, big impact
Douglas County is very fortunate to have a solid base of large, local manufacturing companies that provide jobs, add to the area’s reputation as a vibrant regional hub and support many local causes and organizations.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Douglas County is very fortunate to have a solid base of large, local manufacturing companies that provide jobs, add to the area’s reputation as a vibrant regional hub and support many local causes and organizations.
Wednesday, May, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Health officials warn of disease risk from handling chicks, ducklings
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) investigators have linked three cases of salmonellosis (illness due to infection with Salmonella bacteria) to ducklings purchased from the Tractor Supply Company store in Inver Grove Heights.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) investigators have linked three cases of salmonellosis (illness due to infection with Salmonella bacteria) to ducklings purchased from the Tractor Supply Company store in Inver Grove Heights.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Community Eco Fair set for April 25
School District 206, in cooperation with local businesses and organizations, will host the fourth annual Community Eco Fair on Thursday, April 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Discovery Middle School in Alexandria. The event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
School District 206, in cooperation with local businesses and organizations, will host the fourth annual Community Eco Fair on Thursday, April 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Discovery Middle School in Alexandria. The event is free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Enter your rabbit in a 4-H show
The annual Douglas County 4-H Rabbit Fun Show will be held on Sunday, April 28 at the Historic Brandon Auditorium. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m., with judging beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
The annual Douglas County 4-H Rabbit Fun Show will be held on Sunday, April 28 at the Historic Brandon Auditorium. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m., with judging beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, April, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
DNR goes live with video-streaming peregrine falcon camera
A live video from a pair of peregrine falcons in a nesting box at the top of an office building in downtown St. Paul is now featured on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website at http://webcams.dnr.state.mn.us/falcon/.
Monday, April, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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A live video from a pair of peregrine falcons in a nesting box at the top of an office building in downtown St. Paul is now featured on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website at http://webcams.dnr.state.mn.us/falcon/.
Monday, April, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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