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Giving soldiers a helping hand
Service members and their families have a whole new level of support in Alexandria and in Douglas County. Governor Mark Dayton recently presented the county and the city official certification as “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Networks.”
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Service members and their families have a whole new level of support in Alexandria and in Douglas County. Governor Mark Dayton recently presented the county and the city official certification as “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Networks.”
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Guest Editorial - Did Jesus have a sense of humor?
I know you don’t read this column expecting any comments about theology. After all, I have the same background in theology you do: none. Nevertheless, even those of us without training have questions now and then. So when a question arises that the theologians haven’t answered (maybe haven’t even pondered), we ponder ourselves and speculate.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
I know you don’t read this column expecting any comments about theology. After all, I have the same background in theology you do: none. Nevertheless, even those of us without training have questions now and then. So when a question arises that the theologians haven’t answered (maybe haven’t even pondered), we ponder ourselves and speculate.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Guest Editorial - Alexandria wins when vets find jobs
Picture this: An applicant walks into a job interview, extends a firm handshake, looks the hiring manager straight in the eye, and begins to detail her impressive qualifications.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Picture this: An applicant walks into a job interview, extends a firm handshake, looks the hiring manager straight in the eye, and begins to detail her impressive qualifications.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
it's Our Turn - 40 years AH-AH-AH-AH-AH!
Vampires don’t die; they just don’t. So you can imagine my shock when I heard that Jerry Nelson, the voice behind Sesame Street’s Count von Count since his birth in 1972, died last week. I literally dropped to my knees in front of the television and was speechless.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Vampires don’t die; they just don’t. So you can imagine my shock when I heard that Jerry Nelson, the voice behind Sesame Street’s Count von Count since his birth in 1972, died last week. I literally dropped to my knees in front of the television and was speechless.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Editorial - Will you pass or fail the back-to-school driving test?
Students aren’t the only ones who should be ready to start doing their homework again. Drivers also need to brush up on their skills. With schools about to begin another year, drivers need to keep a closer eye out for pedestrians and bicyclists on their way to school.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Students aren’t the only ones who should be ready to start doing their homework again. Drivers also need to brush up on their skills. With schools about to begin another year, drivers need to keep a closer eye out for pedestrians and bicyclists on their way to school.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Column - Something I never thought I would see or read
Did you happen to see the cover of the recent Newsweek magazine that showed Barack Obama and the quote, “Hit the Road Barack, Why We Need a New President”? I don’t know about you, but I had to take a second look at this to see if what I was seeing was actually the cover of Newsweek, which has been a very liberal-leaning publication and very supportive of President Obama, both during his campaign and during his presidency.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Did you happen to see the cover of the recent Newsweek magazine that showed Barack Obama and the quote, “Hit the Road Barack, Why We Need a New President”? I don’t know about you, but I had to take a second look at this to see if what I was seeing was actually the cover of Newsweek, which has been a very liberal-leaning publication and very supportive of President Obama, both during his campaign and during his presidency.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Thumbs Up/Down - August 24, 2012
Firefighters show compassion The house fires that happened in Alexandria late Friday night and on Wednesday afternoon didn’t claim any human lives or injury but there was still the very heartfelt loss of two pets, a cat named Callie and a dog named Harold.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Firefighters show compassion The house fires that happened in Alexandria late Friday night and on Wednesday afternoon didn’t claim any human lives or injury but there was still the very heartfelt loss of two pets, a cat named Callie and a dog named Harold.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Editorial - Is that opportunity knocking?
They say opportunity knocks only once. Here’s something to add to that wise adage: Door-to-door scammers will keep knocking as long as there are victims willing to part with their money. The problem is getting worse.
Wednesday, August, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
They say opportunity knocks only once. Here’s something to add to that wise adage: Door-to-door scammers will keep knocking as long as there are victims willing to part with their money. The problem is getting worse.
Wednesday, August, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
District 1 county board candidates answer questions
The responses for the districts that held a primary on August 14, Districts 2, 3 and 4, have already been published. The newspaper will now be printing the responses from the other two districts, beginning with the District 1 race between challenger Bonnie Huettl and incumbent Jerry Johnson.
Wednesday, August, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The responses for the districts that held a primary on August 14, Districts 2, 3 and 4, have already been published. The newspaper will now be printing the responses from the other two districts, beginning with the District 1 race between challenger Bonnie Huettl and incumbent Jerry Johnson.
Wednesday, August, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
VIDEO: A fun and sun-filled Douglas County Fair
Wow, what a fair! Picture-perfect, sunny weather – not too hot, not too cold – helped boost attendance to the Douglas County Fair.
Tuesday, August, 21, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Wow, what a fair! Picture-perfect, sunny weather – not too hot, not too cold – helped boost attendance to the Douglas County Fair.
Tuesday, August, 21, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Douglas County Fair is under way!
It’s here! The time all you corn-dog devourers, thrill-ride seekers, 4-H exhibit lovers and arts-and-crafts appreciators have been looking forward to all year long. It’s the Douglas County Fair.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
It’s here! The time all you corn-dog devourers, thrill-ride seekers, 4-H exhibit lovers and arts-and-crafts appreciators have been looking forward to all year long. It’s the Douglas County Fair.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Incumbents survive primary
All three Douglas County commissioners survived Tuesday’s primary election and will appear on the ballot this fall. If Tuesday’s vote is any indication, they’ll face stiff competition from their challengers.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
All three Douglas County commissioners survived Tuesday’s primary election and will appear on the ballot this fall. If Tuesday’s vote is any indication, they’ll face stiff competition from their challengers.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - It's time for a heart-to-heart talk with parents
It may be uncomfortable but it’s time to have a heart-to-heart talk with your aging parents. About what they envision for their future – where they want to live, what they’ll do after they retire, how much health care they’ll need and where they’ll receive it, if they want to leave a legacy for their children, and how their finances fit into the picture.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
It may be uncomfortable but it’s time to have a heart-to-heart talk with your aging parents. About what they envision for their future – where they want to live, what they’ll do after they retire, how much health care they’ll need and where they’ll receive it, if they want to leave a legacy for their children, and how their finances fit into the picture.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
It's Our Turn - Breaking the routine
Routine is my middle name and I reside in the serene land of Close-Minded. When I see people in grocery stores or walking on the street, I’ll offer a polite “hello” and continue on my merry way. Routine is comfortable; routine is easy.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Routine is my middle name and I reside in the serene land of Close-Minded. When I see people in grocery stores or walking on the street, I’ll offer a polite “hello” and continue on my merry way. Routine is comfortable; routine is easy.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Alexandria takes aim at nuisance violators
Changes may be made soon in the Alexandria’s nuisance ordinance. At its meeting Monday night, the Alexandria City Council gave preliminary approval to an amendment that would allow the city to take quicker action against violators.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Changes may be made soon in the Alexandria’s nuisance ordinance. At its meeting Monday night, the Alexandria City Council gave preliminary approval to an amendment that would allow the city to take quicker action against violators.
Friday, August, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
PRIMARY UPDATE 12:43 AM: Final results show Meyer and Anderson winning District 4
The final results are finally in for the primary election in Douglas County.
Wednesday, August, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The final results are finally in for the primary election in Douglas County.
Wednesday, August, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - When the lights suddenly go out...
When the lights go out, as they did in Alexandria’s Tabberts Addition after a transformer blew Sunday night, people realize, in a blink, just how much they rely on electricity. It courses through our everyday lives like blood through our veins.
Wednesday, August, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
When the lights go out, as they did in Alexandria’s Tabberts Addition after a transformer blew Sunday night, people realize, in a blink, just how much they rely on electricity. It courses through our everyday lives like blood through our veins.
Wednesday, August, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
VIDEO: Having a blast in Garfield
Garfield whooped it up Saturday during its annual Summer Celebration.
Wednesday, August, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Garfield whooped it up Saturday during its annual Summer Celebration.
Wednesday, August, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Thumbs Up/Down - August 10, 2012
A much-appreciated lift Thumbs Up: A Rainbow Rider customer had kind words for the transportation service.
Friday, August, 10, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
A much-appreciated lift Thumbs Up: A Rainbow Rider customer had kind words for the transportation service.
Friday, August, 10, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
It's Our Turn - If chocolate doesn't last, then nothing does
But after finding an old chocolate bar in my room and biting into it expecting a smooth rich substance to envelop my mouth, I found instead, a hard, grainy board and I realized that not even chocolate lasts. But if chocolate doesn’t last forever, then does anything?
Friday, August, 10, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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But after finding an old chocolate bar in my room and biting into it expecting a smooth rich substance to envelop my mouth, I found instead, a hard, grainy board and I realized that not even chocolate lasts. But if chocolate doesn’t last forever, then does anything?
Friday, August, 10, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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