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A sheepish cat
Even though Oliver is orange and white, he’s the black sheep of the family. But he can’t pull the wool over his owners’ eyes. They know he’s just a cat in sheep’s clothing.
Wednesday, December, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Even though Oliver is orange and white, he’s the black sheep of the family. But he can’t pull the wool over his owners’ eyes. They know he’s just a cat in sheep’s clothing.
Wednesday, December, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Minnesotans prepare for possible shootings
Minnesota officials say they have tried to prepare for school shootings like one Friday in Connecticut, but there always is more they can do. “We need to collaboratively do a better job of securing those kids,” said state Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen, R-Alexandria, a law enforcement officer for 34 years, 16 as Douglas County sheriff.
Wednesday, December, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota officials say they have tried to prepare for school shootings like one Friday in Connecticut, but there always is more they can do. “We need to collaboratively do a better job of securing those kids,” said state Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen, R-Alexandria, a law enforcement officer for 34 years, 16 as Douglas County sheriff.
Wednesday, December, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Column - Hooray! Winter makes a come-back
When I woke up last Sunday, the room was filled with angelic white light – that kind of light that can mean only one thing: new-fallen snow. I got up and looked out the windows. Snow! Still softly falling, it had blanketed everything.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
When I woke up last Sunday, the room was filled with angelic white light – that kind of light that can mean only one thing: new-fallen snow. I got up and looked out the windows. Snow! Still softly falling, it had blanketed everything.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Theatre L'Homme Dieu announces 2013 season
Theatre L’Homme Dieu (TLHD), entering its 53rd season, recently announced its 2013 schedule, which includes musicals, comedies, dramas, a film series and more.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment
Theatre L’Homme Dieu (TLHD), entering its 53rd season, recently announced its 2013 schedule, which includes musicals, comedies, dramas, a film series and more.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment
VIDEO: Cougar caught on camera in Osakis area
With glowing eyes, the curious creature looked directly at the camera and crept forward slowly with a slinky gait. Where it ventured from there remains a mystery.
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With glowing eyes, the curious creature looked directly at the camera and crept forward slowly with a slinky gait. Where it ventured from there remains a mystery.
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Letter - Santa understands Christmas
Santa is a real person, but he does not have to have a white beard or jolly blue eyes and he does not even have to be a he.
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Santa is a real person, but he does not have to have a white beard or jolly blue eyes and he does not even have to be a he.
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Column - Mailbox brings rude reminders of mortality
These days, at my age, I’m leery when I approach my mailbox. I never know what nasty surprise awaits me there. This week it was an offer for a free hearing test. Last week there were several offers for pre-planned burials and a bunch of pitches for life-insurance policies. The week before that it was an offer from the Lakes Area Cremation Society.
Friday, December, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
These days, at my age, I’m leery when I approach my mailbox. I never know what nasty surprise awaits me there. This week it was an offer for a free hearing test. Last week there were several offers for pre-planned burials and a bunch of pitches for life-insurance policies. The week before that it was an offer from the Lakes Area Cremation Society.
Friday, December, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Milton Norstebon, 69
The ever faithful and loving husband, dear friend and honorable man, Milton David Norstebon passed away on December 3, 2012 at his home at age 69.
Thursday, December, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
The ever faithful and loving husband, dear friend and honorable man, Milton David Norstebon passed away on December 3, 2012 at his home at age 69.
Thursday, December, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Alexandria boys' hockey: Playoff loss still lingers
The boys' hockey team wants to erase the memory of a 4-3 loss to Willmar in last year's section tournament
Wednesday, December, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports
The boys' hockey team wants to erase the memory of a 4-3 loss to Willmar in last year's section tournament
Wednesday, December, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports
Richard Leen, 76
Richard “Dick” Ellsworth Leen, 76, Alexandria, died November 27, 2012.
Tuesday, December, 04, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Richard “Dick” Ellsworth Leen, 76, Alexandria, died November 27, 2012.
Tuesday, December, 04, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)
Russian rendezvous reveals roundabout revelation
Fifteen latitudinal degrees and more than 5,000 miles separate Alexandria from the Republic of Mariy El in Russia. Douglas County Engineer and Public Works Director Dave Robley hopped off a lime green airplane and hit the pavement in the distant land with Anoka County engineer Doug Fischer and Sue Groth from the Minnesota Department of Transportation to explore one thing the two communities have in common – highways.
Friday, November, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Fifteen latitudinal degrees and more than 5,000 miles separate Alexandria from the Republic of Mariy El in Russia. Douglas County Engineer and Public Works Director Dave Robley hopped off a lime green airplane and hit the pavement in the distant land with Anoka County engineer Doug Fischer and Sue Groth from the Minnesota Department of Transportation to explore one thing the two communities have in common – highways.
Friday, November, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - A new call for action in fight against AIDS
AIDS victims are still dying. There is no cure. People should be educating themselves to learn about the risks of the disease and the testing that is available. They should also be demonstrating compassion for those who are infected and affected by HIV and AIDS.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
AIDS victims are still dying. There is no cure. People should be educating themselves to learn about the risks of the disease and the testing that is available. They should also be demonstrating compassion for those who are infected and affected by HIV and AIDS.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Letter - View of glittering heavens is part of heritage
I wish to commend the Echo Press for recently bringing attention to the issue of light pollution, a type of pollution that is among the easiest to clean up and prevent.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
I wish to commend the Echo Press for recently bringing attention to the issue of light pollution, a type of pollution that is among the easiest to clean up and prevent.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Health insurance company faces up to $51 million fine
Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman announced that a Regulatory Settlement Agreement has been entered into with National Union Fire Insurance Company.
Monday, November, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman announced that a Regulatory Settlement Agreement has been entered into with National Union Fire Insurance Company.
Monday, November, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Department of Commerce reminds Thanksgiving cooks – fry that turkey with caution!
The Minnesota Department of Commerce urges family chefs to use caution when frying turkeys this Thanksgiving. Each holiday season, fire related insurance claims skyrocket.
Thursday, November, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Commerce urges family chefs to use caution when frying turkeys this Thanksgiving. Each holiday season, fire related insurance claims skyrocket.
Thursday, November, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
DNR encourages Minnesotans to hit the trails during Thanksgiving weekend
From trails along the coast of Lake Superior to routes through hardwood forests and over prairie knolls, Minnesota offers abundant hiking opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Wednesday, November, 21, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
From trails along the coast of Lake Superior to routes through hardwood forests and over prairie knolls, Minnesota offers abundant hiking opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Wednesday, November, 21, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Unseasonably warm weather, cold water can be dangerous to late season boaters
With unusually warm weather this month, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is warning boaters and waterfowl hunters to not to let their guard down.
Monday, November, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With unusually warm weather this month, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is warning boaters and waterfowl hunters to not to let their guard down.
Monday, November, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Follow these tips to keep eyes healthy in Minnesota winters
When you overuse your muscles, they get sore, and when you overwork your eyes, they get dry and tired. Dry and tired eyes aren’t much help when driving home on a dark Minnesota night after a long day at the computer.
Sunday, November, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
When you overuse your muscles, they get sore, and when you overwork your eyes, they get dry and tired. Dry and tired eyes aren’t much help when driving home on a dark Minnesota night after a long day at the computer.
Sunday, November, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Twinkle, twinkle little streetlight
Is artificial lighting drowning the night sky? Residents in Douglas County have noticed something missing – stars in the nighttime sky. The city of Alexandria has grown substantially in the past decade. With growth comes development; with development comes those bright city lights, which without proper regulations can result in light pollution.
Friday, November, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Is artificial lighting drowning the night sky? Residents in Douglas County have noticed something missing – stars in the nighttime sky. The city of Alexandria has grown substantially in the past decade. With growth comes development; with development comes those bright city lights, which without proper regulations can result in light pollution.
Friday, November, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
It's Our Turn: Skol, Vikings, let's go!
There’s that moment when you’re swallowed by the crowd of purple, clinging onto the back of your dad’s jersey, wondering how you’ll ever make it through. You duck your head, distracted by the warm smells of rolling hotdogs and buttered popcorn. The walls move in. Now the opposing fans join the sea of people.
Friday, November, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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There’s that moment when you’re swallowed by the crowd of purple, clinging onto the back of your dad’s jersey, wondering how you’ll ever make it through. You duck your head, distracted by the warm smells of rolling hotdogs and buttered popcorn. The walls move in. Now the opposing fans join the sea of people.
Friday, November, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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