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Filling in blanks about voter ID
Both sides in Minnesota’s voter photo identification debate try to paint pictures about how life would look if the requirement passes November 6, but the real picture has yet to be painted.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Both sides in Minnesota’s voter photo identification debate try to paint pictures about how life would look if the requirement passes November 6, but the real picture has yet to be painted.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
A closer look at voter photo ID issues
Here are some issues related to a proposed constitutional amendment that would require Minnesota voters to produce photographic identification before casting ballots: Process: The Minnesota Constitution is amended when the Legislature passes a proposed amendment and a majority of voters in a general election approve it. The governor has no official role. The proposed amendment will be on the November 6 ballot.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Here are some issues related to a proposed constitutional amendment that would require Minnesota voters to produce photographic identification before casting ballots: Process: The Minnesota Constitution is amended when the Legislature passes a proposed amendment and a majority of voters in a general election approve it. The governor has no official role. The proposed amendment will be on the November 6 ballot.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Updated absentee balloting numbers announced in state
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie recently announced that more than 100,000 Minnesota voters have requested absentee ballots. Of the ballots requested, 41,208 have already been returned by the voter and accepted.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Secretary of State Mark Ritchie recently announced that more than 100,000 Minnesota voters have requested absentee ballots. Of the ballots requested, 41,208 have already been returned by the voter and accepted.
Wednesday, October, 17, 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
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
Letter - Time to ensure honest process is before the vote
For the three local officials in a recent commentary to praise the “only 153 felon cases convicted in 2008 out of 2.9 million voters” is outrageous.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
For the three local officials in a recent commentary to praise the “only 153 felon cases convicted in 2008 out of 2.9 million voters” is outrageous.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Letter - Commissioner Bales supports our parks
Spruce Hill County Park is a gem. It is a tribute to a historical location and to the vision of local supporters. Government is definitely responsible to provide areas where residents can gather/enjoy relaxing time. With all the development, fewer and fewer green spaces are available.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Spruce Hill County Park is a gem. It is a tribute to a historical location and to the vision of local supporters. Government is definitely responsible to provide areas where residents can gather/enjoy relaxing time. With all the development, fewer and fewer green spaces are available.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Letter - Is proving who you are and where you live before you vote a bad thing?
I have read with dismay the Frazee-Vergas Forum interview with Bob Cunniff, who is running against Mary Franson in House District 8B.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
I have read with dismay the Frazee-Vergas Forum interview with Bob Cunniff, who is running against Mary Franson in House District 8B.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Letter - Nine years of service have prepared her well to serve as mayor
Vision. Commitment. Focus. Execution. Integrity. Five words that define leadership. Five words that describe Sara Carlson.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Vision. Commitment. Focus. Execution. Integrity. Five words that define leadership. Five words that describe Sara Carlson.
Wednesday, October, 17, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Tea Party to host forum for commissioner, city council candidates
The Alexandria Lakes Area Tea Party will host a candidate forum for Douglas County commissioner candidates and Alexandria City Council and mayoral candidates on Thursday, October 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Broadway Ballroom in Alexandria.
Tuesday, October, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Alexandria Lakes Area Tea Party will host a candidate forum for Douglas County commissioner candidates and Alexandria City Council and mayoral candidates on Thursday, October 18, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Broadway Ballroom in Alexandria.
Tuesday, October, 16, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
News Briefs: Fargo police arrest two men for robbery
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota.
Tuesday, October, 16, 2012 - Forum Communications Company - News
Editor's note: The following is a collection of news briefs from Forum Communication Company newspapers in North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota.
Tuesday, October, 16, 2012 - Forum Communications Company - News
Funding available for shoreland vegetation projects
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is making $225,000 available for grant proposals for restoring native aquatic habitat across the state. Individual grant requests can range from $25,000 to $100,000.
Sunday, October, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is making $225,000 available for grant proposals for restoring native aquatic habitat across the state. Individual grant requests can range from $25,000 to $100,000.
Sunday, October, 14, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Historical society leader turns new page in career
Rachel Barduson’s career is history. On September 14, she officially retired from her position as executive director of the Douglas County Historical Society (DCHS) in Alexandria. Now she wants to get going on her future.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Rachel Barduson’s career is history. On September 14, she officially retired from her position as executive director of the Douglas County Historical Society (DCHS) in Alexandria. Now she wants to get going on her future.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Editorial - Echo Press to endorse candidates soon
With Election Day drawing nearer, readers will soon be seeing the Echo Press’ endorsement of candidates. Through the years, some readers have objected to our decision to endorse candidates. They’ve said that the newspaper has no business telling them who they should vote for. They’ve said endorsements show our “bias’ toward candidates and that the newspaper should stick only with the facts.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
With Election Day drawing nearer, readers will soon be seeing the Echo Press’ endorsement of candidates. Through the years, some readers have objected to our decision to endorse candidates. They’ve said that the newspaper has no business telling them who they should vote for. They’ve said endorsements show our “bias’ toward candidates and that the newspaper should stick only with the facts.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Column - Facts about ObamaCare should dispel hysteria
Even some of my relatives who should know better have been buying into some of the scare tactics waged against “ObamaCare” in recent months. Relatives and acquaintances, knowing I am in favor of the Affordable Health Care Act, have asked me all kinds of horror questions: Will they really have a death panel that will decide some people are just too old to get health care?
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Even some of my relatives who should know better have been buying into some of the scare tactics waged against “ObamaCare” in recent months. Relatives and acquaintances, knowing I am in favor of the Affordable Health Care Act, have asked me all kinds of horror questions: Will they really have a death panel that will decide some people are just too old to get health care?
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Letter - Balanced budget clauses are detailing economic recovery
Progressive governmental policies have been the foundation of Douglas County’s economic development for decades. The Tea Party agenda would have doomed our agricultural community, prevented building the interstate highways, Alexandria Technical College and Douglas County Hospital.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Progressive governmental policies have been the foundation of Douglas County’s economic development for decades. The Tea Party agenda would have doomed our agricultural community, prevented building the interstate highways, Alexandria Technical College and Douglas County Hospital.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - Opinion
Candidates get candid: Minnesota House hopefuls address concerns in Douglas County
Candidates vying for a spot in the Minnesota House of Representatives met for a forum at Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) Monday evening to discuss what they have to offer Douglas County.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Candidates vying for a spot in the Minnesota House of Representatives met for a forum at Alexandria Technical and Community College (ATCC) Monday evening to discuss what they have to offer Douglas County.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Much at stake on November 6
Voters to decide key races at national, state and local level; new legislative lines add wrinkle to election
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Voters to decide key races at national, state and local level; new legislative lines add wrinkle to election
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Voters will decide two proposed amendments to state’s Constitution
Douglas County voters will have a hand in deciding two proposed Constitutional amendments on the ballot.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Douglas County voters will have a hand in deciding two proposed Constitutional amendments on the ballot.
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
District 206 School Board Candidate: Angie Krebs
Running for District 206 School Board
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
Running for District 206 School Board
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
District 206 School Board Candidate: Laura Knudsen
Running for District 206 School Board
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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Running for District 206 School Board
Friday, October, 12, 2012 - Alexandria Echo Press - News
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