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Minnesota Destinations: Ely
Ely offers up national park and Kabetogama Lake. Kabetogama Lake, Voyageurs National Park is a very special place. Voyageurs National Park consists of preserved landscapes and scenic waterways that shaped the route of the North American fur traders and defined the border between the United States and Canada.
Tuesday, June, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Travel

Marian Wagner, 76
Marian Hilda Wagner, 76, died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by love and family on June 15, 2013.
Tuesday, June, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)

We don't want your water
Ida Lake Association expressed concerns and upset regarding ditch water overflow in Garfield. Parks Superintendent Al Lieffort discussed new ways to get state money into Douglas County parks and trails.
Monday, June, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

New art exhibit opens to community
Alex ArtWorks’ Third Thursdays Art Show opens for the season on Thursday, June 20. The other two shows will take place on Thursdays, July 18 and August 15. Each show runs from 4 to 7 p.m. at Depot Express Restaurant in Alexandria.
Friday, June, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Engaged - Kloos and Streed
Dani Kloos and Jesse Streed are pleased to announce their engagement.
Friday, June, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Weddings

Editorial - Make a difference on our roads
You see them from time to time, walking along the ditches, picking up trash and stuffing the junk into garbage bags that will be picked up later. But do you appreciate just how much of a difference these “Adopt a Highway” volunteers are making?
Wednesday, June, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Kensington Runestone Park entrance migrates south
A 20-day work plan began on May 24 to move the Kensington Runestone Park entrance. An entirely new road has been cut through the wooded land. Factoring in rainy weather in early June, the project is expected to be wrapped up by the end of the month.
Wednesday, June, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Why do knitting, crochet hook so many fans?
The idea of “DIY” is definitely in vogue, bringing an upswing in popularity of knitting and crocheting, and there’s no sign interest will wane anytime soon, says lifelong craftswoman Betty Hechtman.
Sunday, June, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Hoffman recognized as GreenStep City
The city of Hoffman was recognized as a Minnesota GreenStep City and will receive an award for advancing to become a Step 2 City by completing six best practices. The award will be recognized at the upcoming League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) 2013 Annual Conference on June 20.
Friday, June, 07, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

James White, 60
James White, 60, Barrett, died Friday, May 31, 2013 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis after suffering a major heart attack.
Thursday, June, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)

Brush off invasive species
We’ve all heard of aquatic invasive species, like zebra mussels that lurk in our lakes. But what about terrestrial invasive species that travel on land? They can be every bit as destructive yet few people know the risk. Terrestrial invasive species have become a growing threat to Minnesota’s precious prairie and forest land.
Wednesday, June, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Free admission to Minnesota state parks this Saturday
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is celebrating National Get Outdoors Day by offering free admission at all Minnesota state parks and recreation areas on Saturday, June 8. Many special programs will also take place at parks that day.
Tuesday, June, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Booklet helps identify tree species in Minnesota
The Arbor Day Foundation has a booklet that helps people identify trees in a simple, step-by-step process. The booklet, What Tree Is That?, is available for a $5 donation to the nonprofit tree-planting organization.
Saturday, June, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Minnesota Destinations: Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids has been a favorite Minnesota vacation destination for more than 100 years. The area's renowned fishing lakes and beautiful forests provide the perfect backdrop for a family vacation, reunion, business trip, meeting and convention, or a couple's getaway.
Friday, May, 31, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Travel

Blazing a new trail in Alexandria?
The Alexandria City Council voted Tuesday night to pursue a major trail project that would run the length of the city, from 50th Avenue to Lake L’Homme Dieu.
Friday, May, 31, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Editorial - The lowest form of thievery strikes again
If thievery has a hierarchy, stealing flowers from a grave has to rank among the lowest. Yet it happens all too often. And right here, throughout Douglas County, especially around Memorial Day time.
Friday, May, 31, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Column - At 100, 'Rite of Spring' still startles
One of the cultural landmarks of the 20th century, Igor Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring, turned 100 just two days ago. And what a cataclysmic birth it was!
Friday, May, 31, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Letter - Stand up for your state's tourism
I am a family hog farmer from Iowa and you have an exceptionally beautiful area up here that you all should be proud of! I can see why tourists year-round flock to these areas.
Friday, May, 31, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Gov. Dayton proclaims June as Great Outdoors Month
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Minnesotans to pack a picnic, grab a fishing rod and visit a state park or trail on Saturday, June 1, which is National Trails Day as well as the start of Great Outdoors Month, as proclaimed by Gov. Mark Dayton.
Thursday, May, 30, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Alexandria approves its part in $18 million project on Highway 29/I-94
Changes are coming to the south entrance into Alexandria – $18.85 million worth of changes.
Wednesday, May, 29, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

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