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The ghost of assessment past: Why your taxes are high when land value is low
The past will come back to haunt you. In the world of property assessment, two years in the past directly affects the present. On March 26, 2013 the Douglas County assessor and auditor/treasurer offices will be sending out nearly 30,000 assessment notices and tax statements. Property sales from October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011 affect the 2012 assessed values for the taxes residents will see on their payable 2013 tax statements.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The past will come back to haunt you. In the world of property assessment, two years in the past directly affects the present. On March 26, 2013 the Douglas County assessor and auditor/treasurer offices will be sending out nearly 30,000 assessment notices and tax statements. Property sales from October 1, 2010 through September 30, 2011 affect the 2012 assessed values for the taxes residents will see on their payable 2013 tax statements.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The winter that won't go away
Enough already! That seemed to be the collective mood in Douglas County Monday after another winter storm wrecked routines, closed roads and schools, and froze any notions of spring.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Enough already! That seemed to be the collective mood in Douglas County Monday after another winter storm wrecked routines, closed roads and schools, and froze any notions of spring.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Regional Catholic leaders rejoice in news of new pope
Thursday’s election of a new pope has drawn praise from the regional Catholic community. Jorge Bergoglio, 76, took the papal name Francis and became the 266th to hold the title of spiritual leader of the Catholic Church. He had most recently served as the cardinal of Buenos Aires.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Thursday’s election of a new pope has drawn praise from the regional Catholic community. Jorge Bergoglio, 76, took the papal name Francis and became the 266th to hold the title of spiritual leader of the Catholic Church. He had most recently served as the cardinal of Buenos Aires.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Health insurance marketplace moves ahead
Minnesota senators approved 39-28 a health insurance marketplace along party lines Monday, leaving only Governor Mark Dayton’s signature as the final step.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota senators approved 39-28 a health insurance marketplace along party lines Monday, leaving only Governor Mark Dayton’s signature as the final step.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Wolf advocates want hunting moratorium
Advocates could not prevent Minnesota’s first wolf hunting season, but they now are asking state lawmakers to put a stop to the hunt for at least five years.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Advocates could not prevent Minnesota’s first wolf hunting season, but they now are asking state lawmakers to put a stop to the hunt for at least five years.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Remember rules for groomed ski trails
With fresh snow on the ground and crews busy grooming trails for cross-country skiing at Lake Carlos State Park, park staff reminds visitors about winter trail rules and etiquette.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
With fresh snow on the ground and crews busy grooming trails for cross-country skiing at Lake Carlos State Park, park staff reminds visitors about winter trail rules and etiquette.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Cause of house fire in Osakis undetermined
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is continuing its investigation into what caused a house fire in Osakis on March 7.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The State Fire Marshal’s Office is continuing its investigation into what caused a house fire in Osakis on March 7.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Out and About: Rudy Zwieg Decoy Show
Alexandria was a slice of heaven last Saturday for those who are into decoys and carving.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria was a slice of heaven last Saturday for those who are into decoys and carving.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Bidding opens for Lakes Area Recreation auction
Lakes Area Recreation’s (LAR) Bids for Kids auction is now open for bidding.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Lakes Area Recreation’s (LAR) Bids for Kids auction is now open for bidding.
Wednesday, March, 20, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Lingering storm delays start of schools Tuesday
Drifting and blowing snow will delay the start of several schools on Tuesday, March 19.
Tuesday, March, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Drifting and blowing snow will delay the start of several schools on Tuesday, March 19.
Tuesday, March, 19, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
More buzz about the roundabout
Douglas County Commissioners OK MnDOT agreement regarding roundabout south of Alexandria, started spring bids and accepted donations at last meeting.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County Commissioners OK MnDOT agreement regarding roundabout south of Alexandria, started spring bids and accepted donations at last meeting.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
UPDATE 9:52 P.M. MONDAY: More information released about Sunday night crash near Glenwood
More information has been released about a head-on crash that was reported at 8:21 p.m. on Highway 29, about four miles north of Glenwood.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
More information has been released about a head-on crash that was reported at 8:21 p.m. on Highway 29, about four miles north of Glenwood.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Barn destroyed by fire early Monday
Barn near Holmes City destroyed, chickens perished in blaze
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Barn near Holmes City destroyed, chickens perished in blaze
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Blizzard conditions force local schools to close, March 18
Alexandria District 206 CLOSED Monday, March 18, Interstate 94 closed from Alexandria to Moorhead
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria District 206 CLOSED Monday, March 18, Interstate 94 closed from Alexandria to Moorhead
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
I-94 between Alexandria and Moorhead closes
The Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota State Patrol closed three highways at 11 p.m. tonight, Sunday, due to heavy snow, high winds and low visibility.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Minnesota State Patrol closed three highways at 11 p.m. tonight, Sunday, due to heavy snow, high winds and low visibility.
Monday, March, 18, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
UPDATE: 9:15 a.m.: Slick start to Friday: Icy roads, I-94 open, local schools closed
I-94 now open from Fergus Falls to Alexandria, local schools CLOSED today, Friday, March 15.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
I-94 now open from Fergus Falls to Alexandria, local schools CLOSED today, Friday, March 15.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
APD's stealthy steel steeds ready for summer thanks to donation
Downtown Alexandria will be transformed into a pedestrian paradise in the next few years through the city’s “complete street” construction plan. The plan, scheduled to begin in 2014, includes adding bicycle paths along Broadway and now the Alexandria Police Department (APD) will be better equipped to patrol the new avenues.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Downtown Alexandria will be transformed into a pedestrian paradise in the next few years through the city’s “complete street” construction plan. The plan, scheduled to begin in 2014, includes adding bicycle paths along Broadway and now the Alexandria Police Department (APD) will be better equipped to patrol the new avenues.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
When will ice leave L'Homme Dieu?
At this time last year, the newspaper ran a story about the return of spring: brown lawns, bluebirds and 60-degree temperatures. Although there’s not a hint of spring right now, here’s one sure sign of it: the return of the Echo Press Ice Out Contest. It asks the perennial question: When will the ice melt off Lake L’Homme Dieu?
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
At this time last year, the newspaper ran a story about the return of spring: brown lawns, bluebirds and 60-degree temperatures. Although there’s not a hint of spring right now, here’s one sure sign of it: the return of the Echo Press Ice Out Contest. It asks the perennial question: When will the ice melt off Lake L’Homme Dieu?
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Changes proposed for school lunch programs
Proposed legislation moving through the state Legislature would require that students who qualify for reduced-price lunches be provided with lunch at school regardless of the status of their lunch account.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Proposed legislation moving through the state Legislature would require that students who qualify for reduced-price lunches be provided with lunch at school regardless of the status of their lunch account.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Same-sex marriage advances in Legislature
Legalizing same-sex marriage in Minnesota took a key step forward Tuesday but faces many hurdles to approval.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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Legalizing same-sex marriage in Minnesota took a key step forward Tuesday but faces many hurdles to approval.
Friday, March, 15, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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