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Five great places to be a manufacturer in Minnesota
Douglas County’s reputation as a leader in the packaging manufacturing industry is shining brighter than ever. Enterprise Minnesota magazine named the county as one of “Five Great Places to be a Manufacturer in Minnesota.” The five communities were saluted for taking extra measures to ensure the continued success of their local manufacturers, “and in turn, their schools, families and economies.”
Friday, February, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County’s reputation as a leader in the packaging manufacturing industry is shining brighter than ever. Enterprise Minnesota magazine named the county as one of “Five Great Places to be a Manufacturer in Minnesota.” The five communities were saluted for taking extra measures to ensure the continued success of their local manufacturers, “and in turn, their schools, families and economies.”
Friday, February, 08, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Capitol Chatter: Debates continue over Dayton budget impact
Gov. Mark Dayton’s budget proposal continues to play out in interesting ways, usually with Republicans strongly opposed and Democrats more mildly in support.
Monday, February, 04, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Gov. Mark Dayton’s budget proposal continues to play out in interesting ways, usually with Republicans strongly opposed and Democrats more mildly in support.
Monday, February, 04, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Alexandria powers up for $1 million electrical distribution project
The Alexandria City Council has flipped the switch on a $1 million project to improve the city’s electrical system.
Tuesday, January, 29, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Alexandria City Council has flipped the switch on a $1 million project to improve the city’s electrical system.
Tuesday, January, 29, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Questions remain about Gov. Dayton's tax plan impact
Governor Mark Dayton said tax changes he proposed Tuesday would not cost middle-class Minnesotans more money. Dayton said his state budget and tax reform plan is a starting point for conversation as the Minnesota Legislature works to set a two-year budget by May 20.
Friday, January, 25, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Governor Mark Dayton said tax changes he proposed Tuesday would not cost middle-class Minnesotans more money. Dayton said his state budget and tax reform plan is a starting point for conversation as the Minnesota Legislature works to set a two-year budget by May 20.
Friday, January, 25, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Dayton mixes tax increases and cuts in budget plan
Governor Mark Dayton says taxes on average Minnesotans would not increase under the budget proposal he released at mid-day. The plan includes a mixture of tax increases and decreases and it would spend more on education and jobs programs. It also cuts some specific programs.
Tuesday, January, 22, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Governor Mark Dayton says taxes on average Minnesotans would not increase under the budget proposal he released at mid-day. The plan includes a mixture of tax increases and decreases and it would spend more on education and jobs programs. It also cuts some specific programs.
Tuesday, January, 22, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Dayton calls for tax changes, more spending
Minnesotans would pay taxes on clothing worth more than $100, rich Minnesotans’ income tax would increase and property taxes would fall under a proposal released by Gov. Mark Dayton at mid-day.
Tuesday, January, 22, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Minnesotans would pay taxes on clothing worth more than $100, rich Minnesotans’ income tax would increase and property taxes would fall under a proposal released by Gov. Mark Dayton at mid-day.
Tuesday, January, 22, 2013 - Forum News Service - News
Minnesota adds 9,100 jobs in December
The state added another 9,100 jobs in December, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Thursday, January, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The state added another 9,100 jobs in December, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Thursday, January, 17, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Local legislators eager to dig in
State legislators who represent Douglas County plan to be watchdogs for taxes and agriculture in the new session that began last Tuesday. “It’s a humbling experience to walk into that chamber, raise my right hand, and to realize that I am here because my fellow citizens sent me here to represent them,” said District 12 Senator Torrey Westrom, R- Elbow Lake.
Wednesday, January, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
State legislators who represent Douglas County plan to be watchdogs for taxes and agriculture in the new session that began last Tuesday. “It’s a humbling experience to walk into that chamber, raise my right hand, and to realize that I am here because my fellow citizens sent me here to represent them,” said District 12 Senator Torrey Westrom, R- Elbow Lake.
Wednesday, January, 16, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
New lawmakers excited to begin
The scene was much like the first day of school or a family reunion as 62 new lawmakers experienced their first legislative session day Tuesday at the Minnesota Capitol alongside returning senators and representatives.
Friday, January, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The scene was much like the first day of school or a family reunion as 62 new lawmakers experienced their first legislative session day Tuesday at the Minnesota Capitol alongside returning senators and representatives.
Friday, January, 11, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County board reorganizes for 2013
Another round of musical political chairs: The Douglas County Board of Commissioners has added two new members for 2013. The shift has altered committee assignments and new leaders have been appointed.
Thursday, January, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Another round of musical political chairs: The Douglas County Board of Commissioners has added two new members for 2013. The shift has altered committee assignments and new leaders have been appointed.
Thursday, January, 10, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
State manufacturers optimistic about 2013
Minnesota manufacturers are optimistic about the industry in the coming year. Eighty-five percent said they expect production and employment levels to increase or stay the same.
Wednesday, January, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota manufacturers are optimistic about the industry in the coming year. Eighty-five percent said they expect production and employment levels to increase or stay the same.
Wednesday, January, 09, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Trade show support program helps food companies expand their markets
Minnesota food companies have an opportunity to economically expand their market reach with the assistance of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
Saturday, January, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota food companies have an opportunity to economically expand their market reach with the assistance of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA).
Saturday, January, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
'Your Legislators' TV program to premier Thursday
Pioneer Public Television’s Your Legislators will premiere on Thursday, January 10.
Saturday, January, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Pioneer Public Television’s Your Legislators will premiere on Thursday, January 10.
Saturday, January, 05, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
'Your Legislators' 2013 season premiers January 10
Pioneer Public Television’s Your Legislators will premiere on Thursday, January 10. The 8 p.m. live question and answer program will feature legislatures from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Friday, January, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Pioneer Public Television’s Your Legislators will premiere on Thursday, January 10. The 8 p.m. live question and answer program will feature legislatures from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Friday, January, 04, 2013 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
News Briefs: Couple killed in crash west of New London
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communications Company newspapers in North Dakota and Minnesota.
Saturday, December, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communications Company newspapers in North Dakota and Minnesota.
Saturday, December, 29, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Small business loans will create 233 jobs in state
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) awarded $1.03 million in loans that will help small businesses create 233 jobs statewide and retain another 472 jobs.
Saturday, December, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) awarded $1.03 million in loans that will help small businesses create 233 jobs statewide and retain another 472 jobs.
Saturday, December, 22, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
State gains 10,800 jobs in November
Minnesota employers added 10,800 jobs in November, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Thursday, December, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Minnesota employers added 10,800 jobs in November, according to figures released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Thursday, December, 20, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Alexandria City Council trims budget
The Alexandria City Council tightened its budget belt by a couple of notches Monday night, adopting a levy of $5.69 million for 2013.
Tuesday, December, 11, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Alexandria City Council tightened its budget belt by a couple of notches Monday night, adopting a levy of $5.69 million for 2013.
Tuesday, December, 11, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
1601867 Public Notice - City of Alexandria Appointments
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Public Notices
Homebound veteran finds employment success in Alexandria
Returning home from his second deployment in 2010, Sergeant Josh Brummond knew clearing customs would be a major challenge. Instead of slogging through the line and facing unexpected hurdles, however, Brummond sought out the customs agents that could get him and his unit through the line and on their way home more quickly.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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Returning home from his second deployment in 2010, Sergeant Josh Brummond knew clearing customs would be a major challenge. Instead of slogging through the line and facing unexpected hurdles, however, Brummond sought out the customs agents that could get him and his unit through the line and on their way home more quickly.
Wednesday, November, 28, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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