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Report shows rental housing shortages in Minnesota counties
Families in every Minnesota county face difficult challenges when it comes to meeting their most basic needs, especially housing, according to a new set of county-by-county reports released by the Minnesota Housing Partnership.
Saturday, September, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Families in every Minnesota county face difficult challenges when it comes to meeting their most basic needs, especially housing, according to a new set of county-by-county reports released by the Minnesota Housing Partnership.
Saturday, September, 08, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
On the Street - September 7, 2012
Patty Hough is a recipient of Knute Nelson’s (KN) Tree of Excellence award. This award is the highest level of recognition through the KN Employee Recognition Program.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Business
Patty Hough is a recipient of Knute Nelson’s (KN) Tree of Excellence award. This award is the highest level of recognition through the KN Employee Recognition Program.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Business
Buses, pedestrians serve as safety test for motorists
As the first school bell rings, Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) officials are urging motorists to be ready to stop for school buses and be watchful for children exiting school buses and crossing streets.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
As the first school bell rings, Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) officials are urging motorists to be ready to stop for school buses and be watchful for children exiting school buses and crossing streets.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
More than man's best friend
Sharolyn Sievert and Tam Bukowski cruise across Lake Louise on a warm summer night with Sievert’s German shepherd, Ari. The waning afternoon sky bounces on the sky blue waves as the chatter of good friends fills the air. This is the tranquil setting of a carefree summer evening until Sievert looks to Ari and says, “Get to work.”
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Sharolyn Sievert and Tam Bukowski cruise across Lake Louise on a warm summer night with Sievert’s German shepherd, Ari. The waning afternoon sky bounces on the sky blue waves as the chatter of good friends fills the air. This is the tranquil setting of a carefree summer evening until Sievert looks to Ari and says, “Get to work.”
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Carlos Creek Winery gears up for Grape Stomp and Fall Festival
The annual Carlos Creek Winery Grape Stomp and Fall Festival runs Friday through Sunday, September 14-16.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment
The annual Carlos Creek Winery Grape Stomp and Fall Festival runs Friday through Sunday, September 14-16.
Friday, September, 07, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment
Officers arrest 605 drunk driving suspects during statewide campaign
Minnesota law enforcement officers have arrested 605 drunk drivers two weekends into a statewide driving while under the influence (DWI) enforcement campaign, according to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety preliminary reports.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota law enforcement officers have arrested 605 drunk drivers two weekends into a statewide driving while under the influence (DWI) enforcement campaign, according to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety preliminary reports.
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Ask a Trooper - Can you make your coffee while driving to work each morning?
Question: Recently I saw an advertisement of a foreign car promoting that their vehicle is equipped with a coffee maker. With all the focus on distracted driving, what are your thoughts on this?
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Question: Recently I saw an advertisement of a foreign car promoting that their vehicle is equipped with a coffee maker. With all the focus on distracted driving, what are your thoughts on this?
Wednesday, September, 05, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life
Plant, animal invasion bigger than many think
Rare is the Minnesotan who has not seen videos of fish leaping out of water and hitting boaters. Word has spread across the state in the last couple of years about the invading Asian carp seen in those videos and the damage they could cause native fish. But few Minnesotans know the extent of the invasion from outside plants and animals.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Rare is the Minnesotan who has not seen videos of fish leaping out of water and hitting boaters. Word has spread across the state in the last couple of years about the invading Asian carp seen in those videos and the damage they could cause native fish. But few Minnesotans know the extent of the invasion from outside plants and animals.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A half-century of vacations - all at Broken Arrow Resort
Back in July 1962, Shannon and Erma Hazen of Sterling, Nebraska were coming back from a family vacation up North when they drove through Alexandria.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Back in July 1962, Shannon and Erma Hazen of Sterling, Nebraska were coming back from a family vacation up North when they drove through Alexandria.
Friday, August, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
605 drunk driving arrests reported during statewide campaign
Minnesota law enforcement officers have arrested 605 drunk drivers two weekends into a statewide DWI enforcement campaign, according to Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety preliminary reports.
Thursday, August, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota law enforcement officers have arrested 605 drunk drivers two weekends into a statewide DWI enforcement campaign, according to Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety preliminary reports.
Thursday, August, 30, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Will you pass or fail the back-to-school driving test?
Students aren’t the only ones who should be ready to start doing their homework again. Drivers also need to brush up on their skills. With schools about to begin another year, drivers need to keep a closer eye out for pedestrians and bicyclists on their way to school.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Students aren’t the only ones who should be ready to start doing their homework again. Drivers also need to brush up on their skills. With schools about to begin another year, drivers need to keep a closer eye out for pedestrians and bicyclists on their way to school.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Does your school rule?
Whether sending your child to school for the first time or for the last, understanding the rules is crucial to having a good experience. To help parents and students gear up for the first day of school (in Alexandria, it’s next Tuesday), the newspaper talked with Matt Aker, principal of Discovery Middle School (DMS), to get the scoop on school rules and policy.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Whether sending your child to school for the first time or for the last, understanding the rules is crucial to having a good experience. To help parents and students gear up for the first day of school (in Alexandria, it’s next Tuesday), the newspaper talked with Matt Aker, principal of Discovery Middle School (DMS), to get the scoop on school rules and policy.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Grid Club strives to boost Jefferson football program
The lights. The adrenaline. The ball, soaring along its arched trajectory. The catch. Then, the roaring crowd. Football. Behind the glorious game stands the Grid Club.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The lights. The adrenaline. The ball, soaring along its arched trajectory. The catch. Then, the roaring crowd. Football. Behind the glorious game stands the Grid Club.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Ask a Trooper - When to signal a turn
Minnesota law requires you to signal at least 100 feet before a turn. A turn would include a lane change or other change of course.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota law requires you to signal at least 100 feet before a turn. A turn would include a lane change or other change of course.
Wednesday, August, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria police officers commended for saving lives in fire
Three Alexandria police officers thought they were just doing their job when they responded to a house fire on August 17.
Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Three Alexandria police officers thought they were just doing their job when they responded to a house fire on August 17.
Tuesday, August, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
News Briefs: Morris woman is first West Nile death this year
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota.
Monday, August, 27, 2012 - Forum Communications Company - News
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in Minnesota, South Dakota and North Dakota.
Monday, August, 27, 2012 - Forum Communications Company - News
New tool helps older drivers assess sensitive question
The National Institutes of Health recently unveiled a new online resource for older drivers and families seeking information on an often sensitive topic: Is it still safe to drive?
Saturday, August, 25, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The National Institutes of Health recently unveiled a new online resource for older drivers and families seeking information on an often sensitive topic: Is it still safe to drive?
Saturday, August, 25, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
DNR recommends boat launch improvements for AIS prevention
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has developed aquatic invasive species (AIS) best management practices (BMPs) for water accesses. The BMPs include recommended improvements at boat launches, which would make it easier for boaters to comply with the AIS actions required by state statute.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has developed aquatic invasive species (AIS) best management practices (BMPs) for water accesses. The BMPs include recommended improvements at boat launches, which would make it easier for boaters to comply with the AIS actions required by state statute.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Thumbs Up/Down - August 24, 2012
Firefighters show compassion The house fires that happened in Alexandria late Friday night and on Wednesday afternoon didn’t claim any human lives or injury but there was still the very heartfelt loss of two pets, a cat named Callie and a dog named Harold.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Firefighters show compassion The house fires that happened in Alexandria late Friday night and on Wednesday afternoon didn’t claim any human lives or injury but there was still the very heartfelt loss of two pets, a cat named Callie and a dog named Harold.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Day at the Museum
Editor's note: The following is a first-person account of a visit to the Kensington Area Heritage Society Museum.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment
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Editor's note: The following is a first-person account of a visit to the Kensington Area Heritage Society Museum.
Friday, August, 24, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment
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