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Forum Communications Editorial - Vote Romney to move nation ahead
There’s little argument President Obama has been aggressive, bold and willing to take chances in the name of returning our nation to a place of prosperity and security. Recall his stimulus bills, the bailouts, the Affordable Care Act and even the daring mission that took out Osama bin Laden.
Friday, November, 02, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Column - Bob, the 'hood,' was always on a mission
In the mid-to-late 1950s, hometown buddies LeRoy, Monte Edmandson and Bob formed a band called The Golden Chords. They played often in the garage of Bob’s home on 7th Street, a stone’s throw from the high school. The trio was often on a mission. That was Bob’s word for doing something cool.
Friday, November, 02, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Letter - Claims of misrepresenting employment are false and injurious
It has come to my attention that letters to the editor signed by you published in two Minnesota newspapers accuse me of “misrepresenting” my employment history with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), when in fact I have done no such thing.
Friday, November, 02, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Forum Communications Editorial - Our choice for U.S. House is Collin Peterson
There is more to do, specifically on a farm bill, deficit reduction, health care and tax reform. Peterson’s history confirms he will work to get it done. Voters in the 7th should re-elect him.
Friday, November, 02, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

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Friday, November, 02, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Entertainment

Calendar - Support Groups and Club Meetings

Friday, November, 02, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

A Christmas break for commissioners and added vacation for Teamsters
Douglas County commissioners packed a lot into their last meeting in October. A few noteworthy items were the new feedlot officer, additional vacation for Teamsters members, prayer on the courthouse steps and a Christmas break for commissioners.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Witching sticks point to clues in the Kensington Rune Stone mystery
Kensington Rune Stone Park is steeped in controversy. Believers have namesaked their businesses after the rock that bears an inscription depicting the travels of Norse explorers from the 1300s. Skeptics have dismissed the runic relic as a hoax. Others are still searching for the true meaning of the story literally etched in stone.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Column - 1962: Senator Humphrey praised President Kennedy's handling of Cuba
OCTOBER 2002 Registration for the “Do Not Call” list will begin November 4 in Minnesota. The automated system will allow Minnesotans to register up to three telephones during a single call.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Forum Communications Editorial - Choice for Senate: Klobuchar
For six years, Amy Klobuchar, the first Minnesota woman ever elected to the Senate, has stood strong with jobs-hungry Minnesotans and with jobs-producing Minnesota businesses.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Letter - Why did real estate taxes go up?
I heard Senator Ingebrigtsen’s radio ad one morning. He stated, “We went from a $6 billion deficit to a $1 billion surplus, without raising taxes.” I nearly fell out of my chair.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

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

Hunters and anglers, send us your photos
The Echo Press is sponsoring the annual “Hunt Down Your Photos” contest. Hunting and angling themed photos are welcome. Prizes will be awarded to the top two photos.
Wednesday, October, 31, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Life

Douglas County board denies Osakis wind tower request for second time
A conditional use permit request for a wind tower in Osakis ping-ponged between the planning commission and the county board before finally being denied last week.
Monday, October, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Cyber care: Social Services to try new-age approach to child placement
Douglas County has been given a grant that will allow Social Services to use a web-based program to search for relatives. This tool is intended to increase successful foster-care placement of children.
Monday, October, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Douglas County commissioner candidates speak at forum
Wonder what sets the incumbent candidates apart from their challengers? Read their responses to questions from the non-partisan forum held at the Alexandria City Hall on Tuesday.
Friday, October, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Englund completes epic journey to fight stroke
Monday, September 10 was the first day of National Stroke Week and the day Dan Englund completed an epic 1,000 km running journey. That journey, a personal best, saw Dan raise more than $40,000 for the National Stroke Foundation and raise unparalleled awareness of stroke – its causes, prevention and treatment – in more than 20 rural communities in Queensland.
Friday, October, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Fill out Echo Press survey for chance at winning groceries
Here’s a way to help the Echo Press gauge the economic health of the community and have a chance at winning $100 in grocery items. All you have to do is fill out an Echo Press reader survey at www.pulseresearch.com/echopress.
Friday, October, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News

Forum Communications Editorial - Vote no to amendments
Constitutions are all about the structuring of government; they offer overall guiding principles and framework to help make sure our rulers don’t trample on our personal rights and liberties. They’re big-picture documents.
Friday, October, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

Column - Some need answering machine etiquette
Somebody ought to teach a course on answering machine etiquette. Well, maybe somebody does, but I wish everyone would take it. Recently, I had to tell off an old friend who lives in a faraway city because of his lack of answering machine etiquette.
Friday, October, 26, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion

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