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A glimpse into military life and death
This post is about one particularly hard day, meant only to give you a glimpse of what it is like here and how we cope with what we see. It was 0830 and I was in my office working on some useless spreadsheet when my pager went off. It said “Ax1, GSW APH ETA 10 m.” This translates to incoming…one injured, life threatening (Alpha), Gun Shot Wound, coming by Apache Helicopter, Estimated Time of Arrival, 10 minutes.
Wednesday, May, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
This post is about one particularly hard day, meant only to give you a glimpse of what it is like here and how we cope with what we see. It was 0830 and I was in my office working on some useless spreadsheet when my pager went off. It said “Ax1, GSW APH ETA 10 m.” This translates to incoming…one injured, life threatening (Alpha), Gun Shot Wound, coming by Apache Helicopter, Estimated Time of Arrival, 10 minutes.
Wednesday, May, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - A graphic reminder for summer drivers
The number of people who have died in motor vehicle crashes in Minnesota has topped 100 this year. At this rate, the Department of Public Safety projects that there will be around 400 killed by the end of year.
Wednesday, May, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
The number of people who have died in motor vehicle crashes in Minnesota has topped 100 this year. At this rate, the Department of Public Safety projects that there will be around 400 killed by the end of year.
Wednesday, May, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Delivering comfort to wounded warriors
Piece by piece, stitch by stitch, quilt by quilt -– a group of quilters volunteered their talents over the last 18 months to deliver comfort to wounded soldiers. Five local women from the Honor Quilts organization recently joined forces with quilters from Fergus Falls, Perham, Dent and Underwood to sew and hand-deliver 950 Quilts of Valor (QOV) to injured soldiers at Fort Knox and Fort Campbell.
Wednesday, May, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Piece by piece, stitch by stitch, quilt by quilt -– a group of quilters volunteered their talents over the last 18 months to deliver comfort to wounded soldiers. Five local women from the Honor Quilts organization recently joined forces with quilters from Fergus Falls, Perham, Dent and Underwood to sew and hand-deliver 950 Quilts of Valor (QOV) to injured soldiers at Fort Knox and Fort Campbell.
Wednesday, May, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
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
Driving home a tragic lesson
Although the crash, the blood and the screams were all fake, the lesson they delivered was all too real. Don’t send text messages when you are driving. It could cost a life.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Although the crash, the blood and the screams were all fake, the lesson they delivered was all too real. Don’t send text messages when you are driving. It could cost a life.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Habitat warehouse sale to help fund homes
Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County (HFHDC) will hold a warehouse sale on Saturday, May 18 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County (HFHDC) will hold a warehouse sale on Saturday, May 18 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Car show to take place during Awake the Lakes festivities
It’s all systems go for a Viking Speedway car show that will take place on city property west of the Runestone Museum as part of Awake the Lakes.
Friday, May, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
It’s all systems go for a Viking Speedway car show that will take place on city property west of the Runestone Museum as part of Awake the Lakes.
Friday, May, 17, 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
Menahga fire 0 percent contained, several buildings lost
Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire that is now between 3,000 and 4,000 acres in north-central Minnesota as of this morning.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Firefighters are working to contain a wildfire that is now between 3,000 and 4,000 acres in north-central Minnesota as of this morning.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Out and About: Bicycle Safety Rodeo
Kids, cops and safety came together during the annual Bicycle Safety Rodeo on Saturday.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Kids, cops and safety came together during the annual Bicycle Safety Rodeo on Saturday.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
What happens when you text and drive?
Douglas County Safe Communities Coalition, along with Casey’s Amusement Park and Dilley Zimny Insurance, will provide an opportunity for teens to test their ability to drive while distracted under safe, controlled conditions.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Douglas County Safe Communities Coalition, along with Casey’s Amusement Park and Dilley Zimny Insurance, will provide an opportunity for teens to test their ability to drive while distracted under safe, controlled conditions.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Students learn to serve the community
A service learning class was offered at Brandon-Evansville High School this past winter. It provided a way for young people to learn and develop through active participation in service experiences and work to meet community needs.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
A service learning class was offered at Brandon-Evansville High School this past winter. It provided a way for young people to learn and develop through active participation in service experiences and work to meet community needs.
Wednesday, May, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
'Terrific' bid saves Alexandria $900,000
Alexandria received "terrific" news about a watermain extension project it's doing in a newly annexed area west of McKay Avenue.
Tuesday, May, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria received "terrific" news about a watermain extension project it's doing in a newly annexed area west of McKay Avenue.
Tuesday, May, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Loren Voldness, 79
Loren Franklin Voldness, 79, died Tuesday, May 7, 2013.
Monday, May, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Loren Franklin Voldness, 79, died Tuesday, May 7, 2013.
Monday, May, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Stay safe. Call before you dig.
May is National Electrical Safety Month. As people gear up for spring construction, yard work, and planting, Otter Tail Power Company reminds customers and neighbors that, before digging, they need to notify utilities that have lines or cables buried in the area.
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
May is National Electrical Safety Month. As people gear up for spring construction, yard work, and planting, Otter Tail Power Company reminds customers and neighbors that, before digging, they need to notify utilities that have lines or cables buried in the area.
Sunday, May, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Schools get grants to help kids bike, walk to school
The Minnesota Department of Transportation today announced the recipients of $3.8 million in federal grants for Safe Routes to School. The grants will support Safe Routes to School at 105 schools in 61 communities.
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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The Minnesota Department of Transportation today announced the recipients of $3.8 million in federal grants for Safe Routes to School. The grants will support Safe Routes to School at 105 schools in 61 communities.
Saturday, May, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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