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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
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
Resorters Golf Tournament: Vangsness wins back-to-back Men's titles
He defeated Rose in the division's closest final match since '02.
Wednesday, August, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports
He defeated Rose in the division's closest final match since '02.
Wednesday, August, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports
Editorial - After 91 years, Resorters still resonates
Another page of golf history was turned at the Resorters Golf Tournament in Alexandria last week. And what a page it was – another week of exciting qualifying rounds and pressure-filled match play contests. Of the seven divisions, four Alexandrians walked away with championship honors this year — Ben Vangsness, Maggie Leland, Tom Eidsvold and Steve Herzog.
Wednesday, August, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Another page of golf history was turned at the Resorters Golf Tournament in Alexandria last week. And what a page it was – another week of exciting qualifying rounds and pressure-filled match play contests. Of the seven divisions, four Alexandrians walked away with championship honors this year — Ben Vangsness, Maggie Leland, Tom Eidsvold and Steve Herzog.
Wednesday, August, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Column - 1962: The worst storm in 25 years ripped through Douglas County
Wednesday, August, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Wednesday, August, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Commissioner candidates in District 4 answer questions
Now it’s time for the candidates in Douglas County commissioner District 4 to have their say. WHERE IS DISTRICT 4? Douglas County District 4 includes Alexandria Township and parts of the city of Alex-andria – Ward 1, precinct 2 and Ward 2. To help voters reach a more informed decision for the primary election on August 12, the Echo Press mailed questionnaires to the commissioner candidates. Here are the responses for those running in District 4 – Paul C. Anderson, Bill Dropik, Don Kortie Jr. and Charlie Meyer.
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Now it’s time for the candidates in Douglas County commissioner District 4 to have their say. WHERE IS DISTRICT 4? Douglas County District 4 includes Alexandria Township and parts of the city of Alex-andria – Ward 1, precinct 2 and Ward 2. To help voters reach a more informed decision for the primary election on August 12, the Echo Press mailed questionnaires to the commissioner candidates. Here are the responses for those running in District 4 – Paul C. Anderson, Bill Dropik, Don Kortie Jr. and Charlie Meyer.
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Give your shade-giver some TLC
The summer storm season takes a harsh toll on the beautiful trees that adorn so many yards in the Douglas County area. But there is a right way to help your tree recover and commonsense advice about removing trees that are too badly damaged. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources forest health specialist offers the following “do’s and don’ts:”
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
The summer storm season takes a harsh toll on the beautiful trees that adorn so many yards in the Douglas County area. But there is a right way to help your tree recover and commonsense advice about removing trees that are too badly damaged. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources forest health specialist offers the following “do’s and don’ts:”
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
It's Our Turn - The delights of no-no foods
Disclaimer from the writer: I’m fully aware that there is nothing healthy about this column. I know a salad is a smarter choice than a cheeseburger, but the words just flow so much easier when I’m writing about the naughty, no-no foods.
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Disclaimer from the writer: I’m fully aware that there is nothing healthy about this column. I know a salad is a smarter choice than a cheeseburger, but the words just flow so much easier when I’m writing about the naughty, no-no foods.
Friday, August, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Commissioner candidates in District 3 answer questions
To help voters reach a more informed decision in the primary election on August 14, the Echo Press mailed questionnaires to the Douglas County commissioner candidates. Here are the responses from the four candidates who are running in District 3
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
To help voters reach a more informed decision in the primary election on August 14, the Echo Press mailed questionnaires to the Douglas County commissioner candidates. Here are the responses from the four candidates who are running in District 3
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Road rage case should cause all drivers to reflect
A Villard man was recently sentenced to three years in prison for a road rage incident last October. After he was passed on Highway 27, he became frustrated and took his anger out on the occupants of the vehicle by nearly crashing into them and even angrily waving a gun at them.
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
A Villard man was recently sentenced to three years in prison for a road rage incident last October. After he was passed on Highway 27, he became frustrated and took his anger out on the occupants of the vehicle by nearly crashing into them and even angrily waving a gun at them.
Wednesday, August, 01, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
County board candidates in District 2 answer questions
Districts 2, 3 and 4 will hold primaries because more than two candidates have filed for the position. The two top vote-getters in each district will appear on the ballot this November. This series will start with responses from the candidates in District 2: Jim Hafdal, Norm Salto and James Stratton.
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Districts 2, 3 and 4 will hold primaries because more than two candidates have filed for the position. The two top vote-getters in each district will appear on the ballot this November. This series will start with responses from the candidates in District 2: Jim Hafdal, Norm Salto and James Stratton.
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Small city planned near Lake Burgen
A development large enough to accommodate a small city is moving ahead in southeast Alexandria across from the new high school near Lake Burgen. Not everyone is welcoming it with open arms. Residents living near the lake are worried about the magnitude of the development and its impact on the lake. LBR Properties is pursuing the development known as Stonemanor. It consists of two parcels, totaling 54 acres, and is located east of Pioneer Road (Highway 106).
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A development large enough to accommodate a small city is moving ahead in southeast Alexandria across from the new high school near Lake Burgen. Not everyone is welcoming it with open arms. Residents living near the lake are worried about the magnitude of the development and its impact on the lake. LBR Properties is pursuing the development known as Stonemanor. It consists of two parcels, totaling 54 acres, and is located east of Pioneer Road (Highway 106).
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Thumbs Up/Down - July 27, 2012
Thumbs Down: Another bad driving habit is popping up more and more on County Road 22 at the Central Lakes Trail crossing
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Thumbs Down: Another bad driving habit is popping up more and more on County Road 22 at the Central Lakes Trail crossing
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
It's Our Turn - Fishing trip lives up to Canadian standards
You hear about Canadian fishing trips and their potential for creating memories that will last a lifetime – last week I got to experience that.
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
You hear about Canadian fishing trips and their potential for creating memories that will last a lifetime – last week I got to experience that.
Friday, July, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Editorial - Awareness needed to address spike in drowning cases
Drowning numbers are up in Minnesota. So far this year, at least 25 people have died in non-boating drownings – one of the highest totals in a decade.
Wednesday, July, 25, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Drowning numbers are up in Minnesota. So far this year, at least 25 people have died in non-boating drownings – one of the highest totals in a decade.
Wednesday, July, 25, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Editorial - Experience a festival or two this weekend
For every “bash” against small towns, there are at least a dozen wonderful aspects about small town communities that are overlooked. Consider festivals, for instance.
Friday, July, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
For every “bash” against small towns, there are at least a dozen wonderful aspects about small town communities that are overlooked. Consider festivals, for instance.
Friday, July, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Agreement reached in Garfield pumping dispute
A year-long dispute about a decision to pump stormwater out of Garfield into a ditch that flows into area lakes has been resolved, at least for now.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A year-long dispute about a decision to pump stormwater out of Garfield into a ditch that flows into area lakes has been resolved, at least for now.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Jingle Bells will still jingle this year
The show will go on – even though the TV station that was broadcasting it has ceased operations. The annual Jingle Bells telethon, hosted by the Alexandria Jaycees, is a tradition that has positively impacted families in the Alexandria area for more than 60 years.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The show will go on – even though the TV station that was broadcasting it has ceased operations. The annual Jingle Bells telethon, hosted by the Alexandria Jaycees, is a tradition that has positively impacted families in the Alexandria area for more than 60 years.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Don't fall prey to phony utility program scam
On a scale of how sweeping a scam can be, this one rates high. It’s a bogus claim that the Obama administration will pay your monthly utility bills this summer. Don’t join the thousands of Americans who have fallen victim to this scam.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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On a scale of how sweeping a scam can be, this one rates high. It’s a bogus claim that the Obama administration will pay your monthly utility bills this summer. Don’t join the thousands of Americans who have fallen victim to this scam.
Wednesday, July, 18, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
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