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Minnesotans encouraged to visit historic sites this month
The Minnesota Historical Society (MHS) is celebrating Preservation Month in May by encouraging Minnesotans to visit historic sites, to learn how to preserve family treasures and also to share favorite historic places in their communities on social media.
Sunday, May, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Historical Society (MHS) is celebrating Preservation Month in May by encouraging Minnesotans to visit historic sites, to learn how to preserve family treasures and also to share favorite historic places in their communities on social media.
Sunday, May, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Commentary: How politics has changed
The following commentary was written by Lee Hamilton, director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years. As a public service, Hamilton writes regularly about Congress and what individuals can do to make our representative democracy work better.
Sunday, May, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The following commentary was written by Lee Hamilton, director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years. As a public service, Hamilton writes regularly about Congress and what individuals can do to make our representative democracy work better.
Sunday, May, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Anglers spend $2.4 billion in Minnesota, according to new report
The anglers who enjoy Minnesota’s sky blue waters are a powerful engine for the state’s economy, according to a new survey data released by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The anglers who enjoy Minnesota’s sky blue waters are a powerful engine for the state’s economy, according to a new survey data released by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Wildlife finds new home in nation’s largest wetland, prairie restoration refuge
Migratory birds, water fowl and other wildlife now have a new place to call home. Thousands of acres of marginal farmland were converted back to native tall-grass prairies and wetlands in the nation’s largest restoration effort of its kind.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Migratory birds, water fowl and other wildlife now have a new place to call home. Thousands of acres of marginal farmland were converted back to native tall-grass prairies and wetlands in the nation’s largest restoration effort of its kind.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Late spring brings marketing challenges for farmers
The potential of reduced production due to delayed planting in 2013 because of the cold, wet start to the growing season could result in additional challenges in managing marketing. While there is still time to plant this year’s crop and achieve normal yields, it is important to understand the marketing implications if we experience continued delays in corn planting.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The potential of reduced production due to delayed planting in 2013 because of the cold, wet start to the growing season could result in additional challenges in managing marketing. While there is still time to plant this year’s crop and achieve normal yields, it is important to understand the marketing implications if we experience continued delays in corn planting.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Utility bill tip: Look for Energy Star label
Whether shopping for a new refrigerator, furnace, air conditioner, water heater, computer, TV, lighting products, clothes washer, windows, doors, and more, look for the Energy Star label, advises the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Whether shopping for a new refrigerator, furnace, air conditioner, water heater, computer, TV, lighting products, clothes washer, windows, doors, and more, look for the Energy Star label, advises the Minnesota Department of Commerce.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Conservation Stewardship Program applications due by May 31
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the Natural Resources Conservation Service's Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) will provide nearly $175 million in funding for up to 12.6 million additional acres of enrollment this year.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the Natural Resources Conservation Service's Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) will provide nearly $175 million in funding for up to 12.6 million additional acres of enrollment this year.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Aquatic ecologist introduces DIY zebra mussel detection
Spring has finally arrived in Minnesota. Soon lake lovers will be setting their sights on scenes of summer: boating, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming – and, of course, the emergence of watercraft inspectors patrolling for zebra mussels.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Spring has finally arrived in Minnesota. Soon lake lovers will be setting their sights on scenes of summer: boating, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming – and, of course, the emergence of watercraft inspectors patrolling for zebra mussels.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Sure-footed strides toward a cure for MS
One foot in front of the other. Walking is part of a daily routine for most people, but for 2.1 million people around the globe, this simple action is taking steps toward curing a complex disease – multiple sclerosis. An anticipated 150 walkers are expected to participate in Walk MS: Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
One foot in front of the other. Walking is part of a daily routine for most people, but for 2.1 million people around the globe, this simple action is taking steps toward curing a complex disease – multiple sclerosis. An anticipated 150 walkers are expected to participate in Walk MS: Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Students soak up lessons
Students from across Douglas County went hands-on Wednesday participating in the 20th annual Kids’ Groundwater Festival in Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Students from across Douglas County went hands-on Wednesday participating in the 20th annual Kids’ Groundwater Festival in Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Her life of giving touched countless hearts
Sister Patrice Kiefer of Alexandria thought she was at the Alexandria Sertoma Club’s Service to Mankind Awards ceremony to give a speech on friend and longtime colleague Bill Flaig on Wednesday afternoon. Little did she know it was actually Flaig who would be presenting the speech about her.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Sister Patrice Kiefer of Alexandria thought she was at the Alexandria Sertoma Club’s Service to Mankind Awards ceremony to give a speech on friend and longtime colleague Bill Flaig on Wednesday afternoon. Little did she know it was actually Flaig who would be presenting the speech about her.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Water main work begins
Alexandria Light and Power will begin its spring water main flushing program within city limits this week and continue for approximately six weeks.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria Light and Power will begin its spring water main flushing program within city limits this week and continue for approximately six weeks.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Central Minnesota under burning restrictions
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will place burning restrictions on 13 additional counties in central Minnesota at 8 a.m. Monday, May 6.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will place burning restrictions on 13 additional counties in central Minnesota at 8 a.m. Monday, May 6.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Habitat for Humanity to observe Women Build Week
Women are invited to grab their hammers and volunteer during Habitat for Humanity’s sixth annual National Women Build Week, May 4-12.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Women are invited to grab their hammers and volunteer during Habitat for Humanity’s sixth annual National Women Build Week, May 4-12.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Conservation Reserve Program holds open house
Douglas County Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) will hold an open house on Wednesday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at the United States Department of Agriculture Service Center, 900 Robert Street, Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) will hold an open house on Wednesday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at the United States Department of Agriculture Service Center, 900 Robert Street, Alexandria.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Stepping out for a good cause
More than 85 people, including many men walking gingerly on high heels, took to the streets of Alexandria Tuesday night in a new communitywide effort against sexual assault.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
More than 85 people, including many men walking gingerly on high heels, took to the streets of Alexandria Tuesday night in a new communitywide effort against sexual assault.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Photo of the Week - Owl
Gerry Goblirsch took this photo a few weeks ago outside his home office window on Lake Rachel.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Gerry Goblirsch took this photo a few weeks ago outside his home office window on Lake Rachel.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Kids invited to Bicycle Safety Rodeo
The Alexandria Police Department will host its Bicycle Safety Rodeo on Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Alexandria Technical and Community College’s Law Enforcement Center, 1967 Jefferson Street.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Alexandria Police Department will host its Bicycle Safety Rodeo on Saturday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Alexandria Technical and Community College’s Law Enforcement Center, 1967 Jefferson Street.
Friday, May, 03, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
MDA advises consumers to be aware when buying landscaping plants
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding consumers to check viability and cold hardiness before purchasing trees, shrubs and other plants for landscaping. Last summer, Minnesota state statute made it even easier for consumers to determine if a tree, shrub or other plant will successfully grow in Minnesota.
Thursday, May, 02, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding consumers to check viability and cold hardiness before purchasing trees, shrubs and other plants for landscaping. Last summer, Minnesota state statute made it even easier for consumers to determine if a tree, shrub or other plant will successfully grow in Minnesota.
Thursday, May, 02, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Arson causes $5.4 million damage in state
Over the past 23 years arson fires have caused 56 deaths and more than $333.7 million in property damage in Minnesota. During National Arson Awareness Week – May 5-11 – State Fire Marshal Jerry Rosendahl wants to focus public attention on a crime that affects every Minnesotan.
Thursday, May, 02, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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Over the past 23 years arson fires have caused 56 deaths and more than $333.7 million in property damage in Minnesota. During National Arson Awareness Week – May 5-11 – State Fire Marshal Jerry Rosendahl wants to focus public attention on a crime that affects every Minnesotan.
Thursday, May, 02, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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