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Column - Franson isn't Santa; she's Chicken Little
Why is it that legislators like Rep. Mary Franson never squawk about the massive wage raises of white-collar workers, CEOs and Wall Street gamblers/thieves and how those massive wages help create a lopsided, unhealthy economic system?
Friday, April, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Manure and you: A look at feedlots in Douglas County
There’s a new officer in town and she’s maneuvering her way through the county’s manure. Feedlot Officer Deja Anton presented Douglas County commissioners with an annual report covering the condition of farm sites and pastures from January 1 through December 31, 2012.
Friday, April, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Are 26 Minnesota counties healthier than us?
Douglas County scored in the upper 30th percentile in a 2013 Minnesota county health ranking. The county comes in at 27 out of 87 counties statewide. Douglas County Public Health Director Sandy Tubbs said the numbers are misleading.
Friday, April, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Meeting - Douglas County Commissioners April 23

Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices

Are you prepared for severe weather, tornadoes?
On average, Minnesota’s severe weather season sees 40 tornadoes per year creating the potential for property damage, financial distress, and personal danger for families.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Crackdown on distracted drivers takes place today
A ticket for texting and driving will make you feel : - ( and chances of getting stopped for thumbs on the phone will increase as Minnesota law enforcement agencies conduct a one-day distracted driving education and enforcement effort today, April 18.
Thursday, April, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

News Briefs: Dead baby found at laundry in Red Wing
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in Minnesota and North Dakota.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Forum News Service - News

Blocks away from a bomb
All four of the Alexandria area women who were competing at the Boston Marathon Monday are OK after two bombs exploded near the finish line of the race. Three people were killed and more than 140 injured by the blasts, according to news reports.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Lessons learned from the 2012 ice fishing season
The 2012 ice fishing season is drawing to a close. For those of you who spend time on the ice, there are a few things we can learn from this year’s ice fishing season. These are important lessons, life’s moments that will someday be the “I remember back during the winter of 2012” that will be ever etched in our minds.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Parent Aware helps parents find high quality care
Local child care providers/early educators have found a new way to ensure that they deliver quality services, through Parent Aware.
Wednesday, April, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Meeting - Pope/Douglas Solid Waste Management Board, April 18

Tuesday, April, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices

UPDATE 4:05 P.M.: Local runners safe after explosions rock Boston Marathon
All four of the Alexandria area women who were competing at the Boston Marathon today are OK after two bombs reportedly exploded near the finish line of race.
Monday, April, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Ingebrigtsen: Budget, tax plans debated at Legislature
Editor's note: The following is legislative update from State Senator Bill Ingebrigtsen, R-Alexandria.
Monday, April, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Bears emerging from hibernation; cause for preparation, not alarm
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) wildlife managers are reporting an increase in bear sightings as the animals begin emerging from hibernation. Bear sightings are most prevalent in northern Minnesota, but bears can also be spotted in some metropolitan areas.
Sunday, April, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Do cranes migrate at night?
Last night I heard and saw what I believe was a flock of cranes. It was a dark night, with bright stars shining, but only a little moonlight. Is it common for cranes to migrate at night?
Sunday, April, 14, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Number of STDs increased in Minnesota in 2012
The total number of reportable sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Minnesota increased in 2012, according to the latest report from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
Saturday, April, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Could local sales tax pay for county road funding?
On the morning after the Alexandria City Council supported a new idea to pay for street projects, the Douglas County Board also talked about the need for more transportation funding. The board approved a resolution that encourages the Legislature to enact a law that brings adequate funding to Minnesota’s statewide transportation system.
Friday, April, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Column - Two thumbs up for Roger Ebert
News of Ebert’s death last Thursday left me sad but launched a wave of good memories. For so many years, one of my weekly-ritual popcorn pleasures was to watch Siskel and Ebert at the Movies with hosts Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert. Many times, I actually made a big bowl of popcorn to enjoy while watching that show.
Friday, April, 12, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Sauk River Watershed District meets 90 percent of goals
The Sauk River Watershed District (SRWD) presented it’s 10 year report to update Douglas County commissioners on the progress of improving water quality in area lakes and rivers. SRWD Administrator Holly Kovarik explained that by law, watershed districts are required to have a 10 year plan.
Thursday, April, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

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

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