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Ageless benefits of biking
Riding a bike is one of those things in life that can make you feel ageless. A new bike program at Grand Arbor’s Nelson Wellness Center in Alexandria provides residents and members the opportunity to get on a bike again. The wellness center received a grant from the UCare Fund last October to launch a year-round bike program.
Wednesday, February, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Legislative Notebook: Bill advances to save Minnesota taxpayers’ money this year
As many as 192,000 Minnesotans would benefit if state legislators quickly pass a bill matching state tax law with federal law, the state House Taxes Committee chairwoman says.
Tuesday, February, 05, 2013 - Forum News Service - News

Expert offers three retirement planning tips for Baby Boomers
The economy may be recovering, but some of the changes wrought by the Great Recession may be long-lasting.
Monday, February, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Climate outlooks indicate moisture, but drought isn't over yet
Although much of Minnesota is still in severe to extreme drought, University of Minnesota Extension climatologist Mark Seeley says the outlook shows a different story for late winter all the way into planting season.
Monday, February, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

You asked: Can a business charge a fee for credit card transactions?
Eileen, an Echo Press reader, asked if a new law has been passed allowing businesses to charge a fee for credit card transactions. The short answer is yes. The long answer is a bit more complicated.
Friday, February, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Cardinal girls' basketball coach Wendy Kohler to receive Breaking Barriers award
The coach's dedication to girls' athletics has earned her the honor, which will be presented on Wednesday, February 5 at the State Capitol Rotunda in St. Paul.
Friday, February, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports

Wrestling: Osakis' Coyers have pinning combination
The two Silverstreak wrestlers provide a powerful start to every Osakis match
Friday, February, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports

Column - Help save jobs: Buy American, shop local
Let’s help save American jobs; let’s start consciously shopping for products “Made in U.S.A.”
Friday, February, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Schools throughout the area to start two hours late Friday
The bitter cold will mean another late start for schools in the area tomorrow morning, Friday.
Friday, February, 01, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Sports scoop

Wednesday, January, 30, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports

Legislative notebook: Bill would raise 'little cigar' tax
Some Minnesota legislators want to raise the tax on “little cigars,” saying the products cost less than cigarettes and they can be flavored as a way to attract children.
Wednesday, January, 30, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Legislative notebook: Bill would raise ‘little cigar’ tax
Some Minnesota legislators want to raise the tax on “little cigars,” saying the products cost less than cigarettes and they can be flavored as a way to attract children.
Tuesday, January, 29, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Flu still widespread but new infections appear to be slowing
Influenza continues to be widespread and highly active in Minnesota, but the pace of new infections appears to be slowing.
Monday, January, 28, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Bill would cut costs of prescription drugs
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar recently re-introduced legislation to help lower prescription drug prices for seniors.
Sunday, January, 27, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Tax help available for families in region
Residents of Grant, Traverse, Stevens, Pope and Douglas counties who earned up to $30,000 or families who earned up to $49,000 in 2012 may be eligible for free tax preparation.
Friday, January, 25, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Life ingrained in death: Garfield carpenter crafts pine caskets
Just put me in a pine box. It’s been said by many and sung by some, too. Roger Rosengren took that phrase to heart eight years ago when a fellow carpenter handed him a drawing and asked him to make a casket for his wife.
Wednesday, January, 23, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Alex girls' basketball: Depth, desire drive Fergus Falls
The Otters finished off the season sweep of Alexandria with a roster that’s determined to make a run at a state title.
Wednesday, January, 23, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports

Alex boys' basketball: Cards watch another slip away
Alexandria hopes the return of John Vogeler can ignite them after falling for the third straight game.
Wednesday, January, 23, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - Sports

Asian carp barrier: disco, electric or lock-out?
Three options appear viable to help stop the advance of Asian carp into Minnesota, but after years of talk, disputes remain about how to best halt the invasion.
Wednesday, January, 23, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Free birding workshop offered in Fergus Falls
“Winter is the perfect time to start learning to identify birds by their calls since fewer species live here in our hardiest season,” said Matt Conner, visitor services manager at the Prairie Wetlands Learning Center (PWLC) in Fergus Falls.
Tuesday, January, 22, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

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