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Construction projects jump ahead, races use county roads
Although west central Minnesota was hit with another winter storm Thursday, the construction season is bumping along in Douglas County. County Engineer/Public Works Director Dave Robley updated county commissioners on planned road construction in 2013.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Although west central Minnesota was hit with another winter storm Thursday, the construction season is bumping along in Douglas County. County Engineer/Public Works Director Dave Robley updated county commissioners on planned road construction in 2013.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
UPDATE 7:35 A.M.: Winter storm closes schools in area
Yet another winter storm has closed schools in the Douglas County area today, Thursday.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Yet another winter storm has closed schools in the Douglas County area today, Thursday.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Ribfest revived
The Ribfest is back. At its meeting Monday night, the Alexandria City Council approved plans for the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce’s Ribfest during Awake the Lakes on Memorial Day weekend, May 24-27.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Ribfest is back. At its meeting Monday night, the Alexandria City Council approved plans for the Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce’s Ribfest during Awake the Lakes on Memorial Day weekend, May 24-27.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
What should you do if you spot a cougar?
The Echo Press recently received a third report of a cougar sighting in the area. The most recent sighting was in the Forada area.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Echo Press recently received a third report of a cougar sighting in the area. The most recent sighting was in the Forada area.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Public invited to learn about international build
In December 2012, two local Habitat volunteers, Michelle Olsen and Larry Zilliox, traveled half-way across the globe to take part in Habitat for Humanity of Bangladesh’s first large-scale volunteer building event, the Friendship Build.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
In December 2012, two local Habitat volunteers, Michelle Olsen and Larry Zilliox, traveled half-way across the globe to take part in Habitat for Humanity of Bangladesh’s first large-scale volunteer building event, the Friendship Build.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Dog training classes offered
Lakes Area Recreation (LAR) will offer four different dog obedience training classes.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Lakes Area Recreation (LAR) will offer four different dog obedience training classes.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Free training offered for rental owners
The Alexandria Police Department is hosting a free one day crime-free multi housing training for anyone who owns rental properties.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Alexandria Police Department is hosting a free one day crime-free multi housing training for anyone who owns rental properties.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Someplace Safe invites you to 'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes'
As part of April, National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Someplace Safe of Douglas County announced its first Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: Men’s March to End Sexual Assault and Gender Violence.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
As part of April, National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Someplace Safe of Douglas County announced its first Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: Men’s March to End Sexual Assault and Gender Violence.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
House DFLers propose property tax relief plan
State Representative Jay McNamar, DFL-Elbow Lake, released details on Wednesday about a $250 million property tax relief package for Minnesotans. He said it includes direct property tax relief to homeowners and renters in west central Minnesota and modernizes the state’s local government aid formula, including additional property tax relief to communities across Minnesota.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
State Representative Jay McNamar, DFL-Elbow Lake, released details on Wednesday about a $250 million property tax relief package for Minnesotans. He said it includes direct property tax relief to homeowners and renters in west central Minnesota and modernizes the state’s local government aid formula, including additional property tax relief to communities across Minnesota.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesotans see impact from federal sequestration cuts
The federal government’s failure to agree on how to fix its debt problem could cost Minnesota more than $90 million this year. Early numbers show schools and health programs could be among those most affected, a legislative committee learned Friday.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The federal government’s failure to agree on how to fix its debt problem could cost Minnesota more than $90 million this year. Early numbers show schools and health programs could be among those most affected, a legislative committee learned Friday.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Out and About: Lifestyles Expo
The 19th annual Lifestyles Expo drew hundreds of people to Viking Plaza on Saturday.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The 19th annual Lifestyles Expo drew hundreds of people to Viking Plaza on Saturday.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Consumers warned about sausage products
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting customers to avoid consuming smoked pork and beef pepper sticks produced by Belgrade Meat Center after routine product sampling discovered the products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is alerting customers to avoid consuming smoked pork and beef pepper sticks produced by Belgrade Meat Center after routine product sampling discovered the products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Volunteers needed to monitor health of lakes, streams, weekly
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is recruiting Minnesotan volunteers who are able to visit a designated lake or stream weekly during the summer to monitor the health of the lake or stream.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is recruiting Minnesotan volunteers who are able to visit a designated lake or stream weekly during the summer to monitor the health of the lake or stream.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Lawmakers insert civil union plan into gay marriage debate
Civil unions would give gay couples the same rights as married couples, says the sponsor of a Minnesota House proposal that is a step short of full marriage.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Civil unions would give gay couples the same rights as married couples, says the sponsor of a Minnesota House proposal that is a step short of full marriage.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Tax deadline is only days away
The April 15 filing deadline is approaching. The Minnesota Department of Revenue encourages individual taxpayers to electronically file (e-file) tax returns to ensure accuracy and a faster refund.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The April 15 filing deadline is approaching. The Minnesota Department of Revenue encourages individual taxpayers to electronically file (e-file) tax returns to ensure accuracy and a faster refund.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota soybeans are sprouting up in South Korean kitchens
Six years ago, Alexandria resident and former farmer, Craig Damstrom fostered an idea to develop a cash crop in the area – not the legume itself, but its seed. Soy seeds are in high demand in South Korea since China has been exporting less and consuming more of its own product.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Six years ago, Alexandria resident and former farmer, Craig Damstrom fostered an idea to develop a cash crop in the area – not the legume itself, but its seed. Soy seeds are in high demand in South Korea since China has been exporting less and consuming more of its own product.
Wednesday, April, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Manufacturer to expand, new restaurant to open in Alexandria
A couple of signs that the local economy is bouncing back popped up at Monday night's Alexandria City Council meeting.
Tuesday, April, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A couple of signs that the local economy is bouncing back popped up at Monday night's Alexandria City Council meeting.
Tuesday, April, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Thanks for stopping by the Lifestyles Expo Saturday!
A great crowd turned out for the 2013 Lifestyles Expo.
Saturday, April, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A great crowd turned out for the 2013 Lifestyles Expo.
Saturday, April, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria City Council to meet for work session Tuesday
By order of Mayor Sara Carlson the Alexandria City Council will meet in a special work session on Tuesday, April 9.
Friday, April, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
By order of Mayor Sara Carlson the Alexandria City Council will meet in a special work session on Tuesday, April 9.
Friday, April, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
How much should Lakes Area Recreation pay county for rent?
How much should Lakes Area Recreation pay Douglas County for space inside the Services Center? The question caused a split vote and mixed opinions at the March 26 Douglas County commissioners meeting.
Friday, April, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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How much should Lakes Area Recreation pay Douglas County for space inside the Services Center? The question caused a split vote and mixed opinions at the March 26 Douglas County commissioners meeting.
Friday, April, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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