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Minnesotans are overusing groundwater
Are Minnesotans overusing groundwater in ways that could leave us short of water in the future? The answer is yes, in some places across the state.
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Are Minnesotans overusing groundwater in ways that could leave us short of water in the future? The answer is yes, in some places across the state.
Friday, May, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
McNamar explains why he voted to allow same-sex civil marriages
Jay McNamar, DFL-Elbow Lake, represents part of Douglas County in District 12A and voted in favor of the House bill today to allow same-sex civil marriage. He e-mailed the following explanation of his vote:
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Jay McNamar, DFL-Elbow Lake, represents part of Douglas County in District 12A and voted in favor of the House bill today to allow same-sex civil marriage. He e-mailed the following explanation of his vote:
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota House votes to allow gay marriage
Minnesota is a vote and a signature away from becoming the 12th state to allow gay marriage.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Minnesota is a vote and a signature away from becoming the 12th state to allow gay marriage.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Aquatic plant removal may require permits
Lakeshore property owners are reminded that removal of aquatic plants from Minnesota lakes may require a permit from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Lakeshore property owners are reminded that removal of aquatic plants from Minnesota lakes may require a permit from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Historic marriage vote brings emotions with it
Anticipation. Frustration. Elation. Love. Anger. Patience. Impatience. Today’s House vote on gay marriage attracted the range of emotion as Minnesotans began arriving at the Capitol this morning. A midday start was anticipated for debate on a bill that would allow same-sex marriages in the state.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Anticipation. Frustration. Elation. Love. Anger. Patience. Impatience. Today’s House vote on gay marriage attracted the range of emotion as Minnesotans began arriving at the Capitol this morning. A midday start was anticipated for debate on a bill that would allow same-sex marriages in the state.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Survey shows economic recovery is missing rural areas
Economic recovery is reaching Minnesotans unequally, according to a statewide survey released by the Blandin Foundation. The real-time snapshot of community issues, perceptions and priorities among rural Minnesota residents, called Rural Pulse, demonstrated that demand for living-wage jobs far outweighs all other concerns.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Economic recovery is reaching Minnesotans unequally, according to a statewide survey released by the Blandin Foundation. The real-time snapshot of community issues, perceptions and priorities among rural Minnesota residents, called Rural Pulse, demonstrated that demand for living-wage jobs far outweighs all other concerns.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
DNR reminds boaters to take precautions against aquatic invaders
While many Minnesota lakes are still covered by a thick layer of ice, the open water fishing season is just around the corner and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is already gearing up for this year’s fight against zebra mussels, spiny waterfleas and other aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
While many Minnesota lakes are still covered by a thick layer of ice, the open water fishing season is just around the corner and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is already gearing up for this year’s fight against zebra mussels, spiny waterfleas and other aquatic invasive species (AIS).
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Driver of semi rollover near Alexandria had been put out of service
The driver of a semi that rolled and spilled its load of Diet Coke bottles on Interstate 94 near Alexandria early Wednesday had been put out of service at the I-94 weigh station in Moorhead about six hours before the crash, the Minnesota State Patrol said.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The driver of a semi that rolled and spilled its load of Diet Coke bottles on Interstate 94 near Alexandria early Wednesday had been put out of service at the I-94 weigh station in Moorhead about six hours before the crash, the Minnesota State Patrol said.
Thursday, May, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
UPDATE 8:45 A.M.: Both eastbound I-94 lanes now open after crash
Both lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 east of Alexandria re-opened at 8:45 a.m. this morning, Wednesday.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Both lanes of eastbound Interstate 94 east of Alexandria re-opened at 8:45 a.m. this morning, Wednesday.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
I'm Just Sayin' - Things that make me want to say - What?
When the president, senators, and House of representatives take their oath of office, they swear to support, defend, and uphold the U.S. Constitution. What? - Based on that, we could impeach most of them.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
When the president, senators, and House of representatives take their oath of office, they swear to support, defend, and uphold the U.S. Constitution. What? - Based on that, we could impeach most of them.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Golf balls, golf balls everywhere
Members of the Alexandria boys and girls golf teams had their hands full last Tuesday, picking up a sea of golf balls on the Geneva Golf Club’s driving range.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Members of the Alexandria boys and girls golf teams had their hands full last Tuesday, picking up a sea of golf balls on the Geneva Golf Club’s driving range.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Legislative notebook: House votes for safer children's products
Minnesota state representatives voted Friday to protect children from some toxic chemicals. They approved on a 113-13 vote a measure to ban companies from intentionally putting formaldehyde in child care products.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota state representatives voted Friday to protect children from some toxic chemicals. They approved on a 113-13 vote a measure to ban companies from intentionally putting formaldehyde in child care products.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Letter carriers seek to 'stamp out hunger'
Local members of the National Association of Letter Carriers are hosting a Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May 11.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Local members of the National Association of Letter Carriers are hosting a Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May 11.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Growing Green: Don't start lawn, garden work if it's muddy
With this later than normal spring, gardeners are just itching to get out and…what else? Garden.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Country
With this later than normal spring, gardeners are just itching to get out and…what else? Garden.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Country
Property taxes due soon
Douglas County Auditor-Treasurer Char Rosenow issues a reminder to property owners that first half real estate tax payments are due on or before Wednesday, May 15.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County Auditor-Treasurer Char Rosenow issues a reminder to property owners that first half real estate tax payments are due on or before Wednesday, May 15.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Walkers unite to help curb MS
The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Upper Midwest Chapter held its Walk MS: Alexandria event this past Sunday and more than 200 people of all ages took part. All the money raised will go to support programs and services for the more than 17,000 people with MS and their families in the Upper Midwest Chapter area. Money helps fund cutting edge research to help stop the disease, restore lost function and create a world free of MS.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Upper Midwest Chapter held its Walk MS: Alexandria event this past Sunday and more than 200 people of all ages took part. All the money raised will go to support programs and services for the more than 17,000 people with MS and their families in the Upper Midwest Chapter area. Money helps fund cutting edge research to help stop the disease, restore lost function and create a world free of MS.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Manufacturers confident but concerned about future
With manufacturing providing the backbone of Douglas County’s economy, it would be helpful to gaze into a crystal ball to see what the future will hold. Lacking that, there is another tool: a survey called “The State of Manufacturing.”
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With manufacturing providing the backbone of Douglas County’s economy, it would be helpful to gaze into a crystal ball to see what the future will hold. Lacking that, there is another tool: a survey called “The State of Manufacturing.”
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Manufacturers confident but concerned about future
With manufacturing providing the backbone of Douglas County’s economy, it would be helpful to gaze into a crystal ball to see what the future will hold. Lacking that, there is another tool: a survey called “The State of Manufacturing.”
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With manufacturing providing the backbone of Douglas County’s economy, it would be helpful to gaze into a crystal ball to see what the future will hold. Lacking that, there is another tool: a survey called “The State of Manufacturing.”
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Audit shows Douglas County Hospital is in good shape
Douglas County Hospital is in good financial health. On April 26, the Douglas County Hospital (DCH) Board reviewed and accepted the organization’s audit for 2012. The hospital’s total operating revenues for 2012 were $110.7 million, and total operating expenses were $103.4 million.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County Hospital is in good financial health. On April 26, the Douglas County Hospital (DCH) Board reviewed and accepted the organization’s audit for 2012. The hospital’s total operating revenues for 2012 were $110.7 million, and total operating expenses were $103.4 million.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Tim-brrrr! Tech students cut through cold snap at Smokey Timbers Camp
A brisk springtime revival resonated through the forest last Wednesday morning at the Smokey Timbers Camp on Lake Miltona. As saws and drills whirred, May Day felt more like the autumnal equinox with temperatures lingering around freezing. Once a year, the Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) SkillsUSA students spruce up the camp for youth groups, campers and nature enthusiasts.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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A brisk springtime revival resonated through the forest last Wednesday morning at the Smokey Timbers Camp on Lake Miltona. As saws and drills whirred, May Day felt more like the autumnal equinox with temperatures lingering around freezing. Once a year, the Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) SkillsUSA students spruce up the camp for youth groups, campers and nature enthusiasts.
Wednesday, May, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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