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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
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
Students soak up lessons
Students from across Douglas County went hands-on Wednesday participating in the 20th annual Kids’ Groundwater Festival in Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Students from across Douglas County went hands-on Wednesday participating in the 20th annual Kids’ Groundwater Festival in Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Applications are being accepted for Minnesota GreenCorps
Minnesota GreenCorps is now recruiting hosts and Americorp members for the upcoming program year.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota GreenCorps is now recruiting hosts and Americorp members for the upcoming program year.
Saturday, April, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Manure and you: A look at feedlots in Douglas County
There’s a new officer in town and she’s maneuvering her way through the county’s manure. Feedlot Officer Deja Anton presented Douglas County commissioners with an annual report covering the condition of farm sites and pastures from January 1 through December 31, 2012.
Friday, April, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
There’s a new officer in town and she’s maneuvering her way through the county’s manure. Feedlot Officer Deja Anton presented Douglas County commissioners with an annual report covering the condition of farm sites and pastures from January 1 through December 31, 2012.
Friday, April, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Lawmakers hash out Legacy spending
Studying the Minnesota film industry, funding public television and conducting water quality studies are a few ways lawmakers propose spending some of the nearly $300 million from the state’s legacy fund next year.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Studying the Minnesota film industry, funding public television and conducting water quality studies are a few ways lawmakers propose spending some of the nearly $300 million from the state’s legacy fund next year.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Sauk River Watershed District meets 90 percent of goals
The Sauk River Watershed District (SRWD) presented it’s 10 year report to update Douglas County commissioners on the progress of improving water quality in area lakes and rivers. SRWD Administrator Holly Kovarik explained that by law, watershed districts are required to have a 10 year plan.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Sauk River Watershed District (SRWD) presented it’s 10 year report to update Douglas County commissioners on the progress of improving water quality in area lakes and rivers. SRWD Administrator Holly Kovarik explained that by law, watershed districts are required to have a 10 year plan.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Volunteers needed to monitor health of lakes, streams, weekly
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is recruiting Minnesotan volunteers who are able to visit a designated lake or stream weekly during the summer to monitor the health of the lake or stream.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is recruiting Minnesotan volunteers who are able to visit a designated lake or stream weekly during the summer to monitor the health of the lake or stream.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota Agri-Women to celebrate 15 years of leadership, learning
Registration is now open for the 15th Annual Women’s Agricultural Leadership Conference set for Wednesday, April 10 at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen.
Saturday, April, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Registration is now open for the 15th Annual Women’s Agricultural Leadership Conference set for Wednesday, April 10 at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen.
Saturday, April, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
1667205 Public Hearing - Clean Water Fund Accelerated Implementation
Wednesday, April, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Wednesday, April, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
1667238 Public Hearing - Clean Water Assistance Grant
Wednesday, April, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Wednesday, April, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Legislative notebook: Senior scams attacked
Scammers who convince older Minnesotans to send money to people they think they are helping are targeted by a new bill. “These scams continue to be a growing problem and we need to do all that we can to combat them,” said Representative Joe Atkins, DFL-Inver Grove Heights.
Friday, March, 29, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Scammers who convince older Minnesotans to send money to people they think they are helping are targeted by a new bill. “These scams continue to be a growing problem and we need to do all that we can to combat them,” said Representative Joe Atkins, DFL-Inver Grove Heights.
Friday, March, 29, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
1667205 Public Hearing - Clean Water Fund Accelerated Implementation
Wednesday, March, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Wednesday, March, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
1667238 Public Hearing - Clean Water Assistance Grant
Wednesday, March, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Wednesday, March, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Listening session in St. Cloud to focus on new ag water quality program
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will hold a listening session in St. Cloud on Thursday, February 28, to gather input on the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.
Wednesday, February, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) will hold a listening session in St. Cloud on Thursday, February 28, to gather input on the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.
Wednesday, February, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Seminar in Ottertail to offer lakescaping, rain garden tips
A Lakescaping and Rain Garden Seminar will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Thumper Pond, 300 Thumper Lodge Road in Ottertail.
Sunday, February, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A Lakescaping and Rain Garden Seminar will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at Thumper Pond, 300 Thumper Lodge Road in Ottertail.
Sunday, February, 24, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Ag commissioner seeks recommendations for new water quality pilot projects
The program is designed to accelerate voluntary adoption of agricultural practices that enhance water quality.
Saturday, February, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The program is designed to accelerate voluntary adoption of agricultural practices that enhance water quality.
Saturday, February, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Conservation program awarded funding
Neighbors are joining forces to protect Douglas County lakes with runoff reducing and erosion eliminating projects.
Friday, February, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Neighbors are joining forces to protect Douglas County lakes with runoff reducing and erosion eliminating projects.
Friday, February, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Ag department seeks input on water quality programs
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will hold listening sessions at six locations throughout the state in February to gather input on the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.
Sunday, January, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will hold listening sessions at six locations throughout the state in February to gather input on the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.
Sunday, January, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Letter - Wolf, elk and public lands are 'prey' to special interests
DNR’s release: “Elk hunt extended to meet management goals, control depredation” should leave Minnesotans shaking their heads.
Friday, January, 25, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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DNR’s release: “Elk hunt extended to meet management goals, control depredation” should leave Minnesotans shaking their heads.
Friday, January, 25, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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