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June Page, 82
June Lorraine Page, 82, died Friday, July 13, 2012.
Monday, July, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)

Visitation - June Page, 82
June Page, 82, Alexandria, died July 13, 2012.
Monday, July, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Obituaries (free view)

Commissioners dismiss legal advice
Despite a solicited opinion from their attorney disapproving the action, Douglas County Commissioners approved a contract with Computer Professionals Unlimited, binding the county to the company’s services until 2018.
Thursday, July, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

And Then Came Summer...
Book of memories of summers in the Alexandria lakes area reprinted
Wednesday, July, 11, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Meeting - Douglas County Commissioners July 10

Friday, July, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices

Health officials recommend steps to 'beat the heat'
With heat warnings or advisories currently in effect for the Twin Cities and broad areas of greater Minnesota, state health officials are reminding people that extreme heat can affect your health.
Wednesday, July, 04, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Hyperthermia: too hot for your health; here are tips for staying cool
Hot summer weather can pose special health risks to older adults. The National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, has some advice for helping older people avoid heat-related illnesses, known as hyperthermia.
Thursday, June, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Back by popular demand - the Minnesota Grown Directory
Finding great locally grown foods is at your fingertips when you pick up a copy of the new Minnesota Grown Directory. The 2012 directory makes it easy to locate orchards, farmers markets, berry farms and garden centers where you can purchase products directly from the grower.
Wednesday, June, 27, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Country

Alexandria Education Foundation awards $25,000 in teacher innovation grants
The Alexandria Public Schools Education Foundation announced the 2012 Teacher Innovation Grant Awards. The foundation awarded a total of $25,000 in support of student-engaged projects that will enrich learning and encourage classroom innovation.
Friday, June, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Explore lakes area history with republished keepsake
Those of us who grew up in the Midwest are accustomed to the changing seasons. We endured the cold snowy days of winter, basked in the early sunshine of spring while watching the flowers come to life... then came summer!
Wednesday, June, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Big Ole to leave Alexandria?
Alexandria’s famous Big Ole Viking statue will sneak out of town this weekend to go to Bemidji where he’ll attend the 75th birthday of his buddy, Paul Bunyan. Just kidding.
Friday, June, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Songs and Stories 'Round the Campfire planned rain or shine
Songs and Stories 'Round the Campfire: A Celebration of Summer will take place at Carlos Creek Winery on June 20, 7 to 9 p.m. The evening will feature songs and stories led by balladeer Mikko Cowdery and storyteller Paulette Friday along with musicians Mary Pohl, Terry Kennedy and Bill Riggs. The cost is $5, and the event will be held rain or shine.
Friday, June, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Outdoor writing workshop with award-winning author
Everyone Has A Story community partnership offers a special opportunity to write about the natural world with celebrated writer Athena Kildegaard.
Friday, June, 15, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Kids who stutter star in DVD
In this DVD from Stuttering Foundation, kids who stutter meet other kids who recount how they handle challenges such as teasing, speaking out in class and teaching others about stuttering. Swish, a lively and engaging animated basketball character designed by students at Purdue University, narrates the DVD. The children, who range in age from first-graders to high school students, offer frank and sometimes differing views of stuttering.
Wednesday, June, 13, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

1483766 Public Notice - Forada Ordinance 64

Friday, June, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices

1479285 Public Notice - Alexandria Township Resolution 12-06

Wednesday, June, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices

1479286 Public Notice - Alexandria Township Resolution 12-04

Wednesday, June, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices

Spend summer at the library!
School is out for summer and that means it's time to head to the Douglas County Library for the annual summer reading program.
Wednesday, June, 06, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

New study shows health care challenges for families in Greater Minnesota
The 2012 KIDS COUNT Data book found that access to health care, food, jobs, and child care is limited in many regions throughout the state. When these resources do exist, many families are unable to afford them because their jobs do not pay sufficient wages or offer critical benefits.
Sunday, June, 03, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Artists, authors, scholars present ‘Everyone Has a Story’ workshops
The "Everyone Has a Story" program continues with a special summer program offering opportunities to learn, explore and enjoy Alexandria with visiting and local artists, authors and scholars.
Wednesday, May, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

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