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Out and About: Robins spotted
Is all the snow bringing you down? Maybe a sign of spring will cheer you up.
Wednesday, February, 13, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Deer sheds antler
Male deer shed their antlers every year shortly after the fall mating season and grow back new ones. They use the antlers to fight other deer and predators such as dogs, coyotes and wolves.
Wednesday, February, 06, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Charter school graduation
Nine young people recently wrapped up their high school career and are now beginning the next chapter of their lives.
Wednesday, January, 23, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Ice Fishing Derby near St. Cloud dangles $10,000 worth of prizes before anglers
The 3rd annual Granite City Ice Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, February 9 on Pleasant Lake, between St. Cloud and Rockville.
Sunday, January, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Dust Off Your Wings
Last Thursday, Osakis 7th graders took part in the Dust off Your Wings retreat. Osakis 9th grade family and consumer science students organized and led the retreat for their peers.
Wednesday, January, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Christmas spirit
The Christmas spirit could be found throughout Douglas County this holiday season.
Wednesday, January, 02, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Making snow and having fun
Andes Tower Hills south of Alexandria was a whirlwind of activity last week.
Friday, December, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: United Way's Adopt a Family program
The United Way of Douglas and Pope Counties’ office in Alexandria looked like a workshop for Santa’s elves Monday.
Wednesday, December, 19, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Editorial - Help put our lakes on low-salt diet
Too much salt isn’t good for you. And it’s not good for our lakes either. Remember that this winter season if you plan to put salt on the icy spots on your sidewalk or driveway.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Older driver safety awareness week
Whether we want to admit it or not, aging is inevitable. The ability to drive safely can be affected by changes in our physical, emotional and cognitive health.
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Out and About: Time for Santa
Santa Claus is popping up everywhere in Alexandria.
Wednesday, December, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Senior Night in Vegas
Students in the psychology classes at Jefferson High School (JHS) in Alexandria hosted “Senior Night in Vegas” on Thursday, November 29 at the JHS cafeteria. The event was free for all senior citizens who wanted to attend and dance with the students.
Wednesday, December, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Winter fun
Skiers and snowboarders had a chance to get their first taste of winter fun at Andes Tower Hills last Sunday.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Making lefse
Community Education hosted a lefse making class at Discovery Middle School in Alexandria last Thursday.
Tuesday, November, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

New campaign aims to snuff out youth smoking
If you think smoking is on the way out for today’s youth, you’re blowing smoke. They’re still lighting up and paying the price, financially and health-wise.
Wednesday, November, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Veterans Day Program
Students attended a Veterans Day program at Voyager Elementary School in Alexandria on Monday.
Wednesday, November, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

VIDEO: Out and About: Pro-life activists end protest in prayer at courthouse
Hundreds of pro-life activists gathered in just above freezing temperatures Sunday under gloomy skies on the Douglas County Courthouse lawn to pray to end abortion.
Wednesday, November, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: 4-H Halloween party
Children were treated to an early jump on Halloween at the Lucky Star 4-H Club’s Halloween Party at Forada City Hall Sunday.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Out and About: Concert and rally for Lee Byberg
A concert and rally for Republican U.S. House candidate Lee Byberg packed the house in Alexandria with country music singer Lee Greenwood.
Wednesday, October, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Editorial - Confused about voter ID?
Many voters are confused about the two proposed amendments to the Minnesota Constitution that they will see on the ballot on Election Day. The information that’s floating around out there about the voter ID amendment is especially conflicting.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

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