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400 arrested for DWI on St. Patrick's Day in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety reports approximately 400 DWI arrests during St. Patrick’s Day weekend (March 16 and 17).
Tuesday, March, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety reports approximately 400 DWI arrests during St. Patrick’s Day weekend (March 16 and 17).
Tuesday, March, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
I-94 re-opens near Alexandria; travel still not advised
The Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota State Patrol opened three roadways in west central Minnesota at 5 p.m.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota State Patrol opened three roadways in west central Minnesota at 5 p.m.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Families can sign up for dangerous product, toy recall alerts
Concern over hazardous chemicals in children’s products and toys has grown in the past several years. In order for Minnesota families to stay informed of potentially dangerous products, the Minnesota Department of Commerce urges parents to stay vigilant about product and toy safety, and hazardous chemicals, and to sign up for product recall alerts. Families then can receive immediate alerts on recalls without having to monitor the news.
Sunday, March, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Concern over hazardous chemicals in children’s products and toys has grown in the past several years. In order for Minnesota families to stay informed of potentially dangerous products, the Minnesota Department of Commerce urges parents to stay vigilant about product and toy safety, and hazardous chemicals, and to sign up for product recall alerts. Families then can receive immediate alerts on recalls without having to monitor the news.
Sunday, March, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minimum wage earners must work 89 hours per week to afford modest apartment
According to a national report released last week, a minimum wage earner in Minnesota would have to work 89 hours per week – or hold 2.2 full time jobs -- to afford a modest two-bedroom apartment. Of the twelve states in the Midwest, Minnesota has ranked the worst for affordability for minimum wage workers for three consecutive years.
Sunday, March, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
According to a national report released last week, a minimum wage earner in Minnesota would have to work 89 hours per week – or hold 2.2 full time jobs -- to afford a modest two-bedroom apartment. Of the twelve states in the Midwest, Minnesota has ranked the worst for affordability for minimum wage workers for three consecutive years.
Sunday, March, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Law enforcement plans 'a wee bit' of extra DWI enforcement this weekend
Partygoers are reminded to plan ahead for a sober ride this St. Patrick’s Day weekend as several law enforcement agencies around the state will be adding extra DWI patrols on the roads to prevent alcohol-related crashes.
Saturday, March, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Partygoers are reminded to plan ahead for a sober ride this St. Patrick’s Day weekend as several law enforcement agencies around the state will be adding extra DWI patrols on the roads to prevent alcohol-related crashes.
Saturday, March, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
APD's stealthy steel steeds ready for summer thanks to donation
Downtown Alexandria will be transformed into a pedestrian paradise in the next few years through the city’s “complete street” construction plan. The plan, scheduled to begin in 2014, includes adding bicycle paths along Broadway and now the Alexandria Police Department (APD) will be better equipped to patrol the new avenues.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Downtown Alexandria will be transformed into a pedestrian paradise in the next few years through the city’s “complete street” construction plan. The plan, scheduled to begin in 2014, includes adding bicycle paths along Broadway and now the Alexandria Police Department (APD) will be better equipped to patrol the new avenues.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Local teens urged to enter safe driving contest
Teens in Douglas County are encouraged to enter the 2013 poster and video contest to encourage their peers to buckle up or learn the dangers of distracted driving.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Teens in Douglas County are encouraged to enter the 2013 poster and video contest to encourage their peers to buckle up or learn the dangers of distracted driving.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Volunteer opportunities
To learn about additional volunteer opportunities, call United Way of Douglas and Pope Counties at (320) 834-7800.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
To learn about additional volunteer opportunities, call United Way of Douglas and Pope Counties at (320) 834-7800.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Thumbs Up/Down - March 15, 2013
You’ve probably had it happen to you: You’re driving along when someone parked on the side of the road ahead of you suddenly opens their car door and you have to slam on the brakes to avoid hitting them.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
You’ve probably had it happen to you: You’re driving along when someone parked on the side of the road ahead of you suddenly opens their car door and you have to slam on the brakes to avoid hitting them.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Farm Bureau sparks awareness about food
Minnesota Farm Bureau celebrated February as Food Awareness Month. The effort sparked awareness of all things food, from the farmers who grow and raise food, to food safety and availability.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota Farm Bureau celebrated February as Food Awareness Month. The effort sparked awareness of all things food, from the farmers who grow and raise food, to food safety and availability.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Do all you can to thwart identity thieves
A couple from Plymouth made the news last week after a judge awarded them $850,000 in damages against mortgage scammers who stole their identity, wrecked their credit rating, gutted their finances and turned their lives into a living nightmare.
Wednesday, March, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
A couple from Plymouth made the news last week after a judge awarded them $850,000 in damages against mortgage scammers who stole their identity, wrecked their credit rating, gutted their finances and turned their lives into a living nightmare.
Wednesday, March, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Alexandria: Leave a legacy
A group of local nonprofit leaders have been collaboratively working to identify ways to increase the community’s awareness and understanding of charitable giving.
Wednesday, March, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A group of local nonprofit leaders have been collaboratively working to identify ways to increase the community’s awareness and understanding of charitable giving.
Wednesday, March, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Commerce department urges consumers to review flood insurance needs
As winter conditions turn to spring melting, the Minnesota Department of Commerce is reminding Minnesota homeowners to determine if they may need flood insurance coverage. Flood damage is not covered under a standard homeowner's policy.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
As winter conditions turn to spring melting, the Minnesota Department of Commerce is reminding Minnesota homeowners to determine if they may need flood insurance coverage. Flood damage is not covered under a standard homeowner's policy.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
News Briefs: Pilot makes emergency landing at Red Wing airport
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Capitol Chatter: Gay marriage set for Tuesday debates
Gay advocates have lobbied for allow same-sex marriages for years, but they made little progress.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Gay advocates have lobbied for allow same-sex marriages for years, but they made little progress.
Monday, March, 11, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Is there ice on your gas meter?
Snow or ice formations on or near the natural gas meter can cause potentially dangerous conditions, according to CenterPoint Energy.
Sunday, March, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Snow or ice formations on or near the natural gas meter can cause potentially dangerous conditions, according to CenterPoint Energy.
Sunday, March, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
New DARE program focuses on 'keepin' it real'
Minnesota D.A.R.E., Inc. is proud to welcome 24 new D.A.R.E. officers. These officers will be joining over 250 current Minnesota D.A.R.E. officers who instruct over 74,000 students annually.
Sunday, March, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota D.A.R.E., Inc. is proud to welcome 24 new D.A.R.E. officers. These officers will be joining over 250 current Minnesota D.A.R.E. officers who instruct over 74,000 students annually.
Sunday, March, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
UPDATE at 5:30 PM: Rain, snow make for sloppy Saturday in Alexandria area
Several crashes reported in Interstate 94, hazardous driving conditions to northeast
Saturday, March, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Several crashes reported in Interstate 94, hazardous driving conditions to northeast
Saturday, March, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
New tornado app brings American Red Cross safety information to mobile devices
The American Red Cross launched its official Tornado App this week, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in, visit or have loved ones in tornado-prone areas, such as Minnesota.
Saturday, March, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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The American Red Cross launched its official Tornado App this week, putting lifesaving information right in the hands of people who live in, visit or have loved ones in tornado-prone areas, such as Minnesota.
Saturday, March, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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