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Editorial - Government trampled on First Amendment in seizing phone records

The Associated Press Media Editors Association condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the actions of the Justice Department in seizing phone records of The Associated Press.

May 17, 2013

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Thumbs Up/Down - May 10, 2013

If the ice melts enough for anglers to get out on the water this weekend for the fishing opener, they should remember one more important item besides their license, bait and gear: A life jacket.

May 10, 2013

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Editorial - Hey, graduates: How 'money smart' are you?

You’ve heard of being “book smart” and “street smart” but how about “money smart?” When it comes to making financial decisions, many people are clueless.

May 08, 2013

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Editorial - You can help make the world free of MS

Multiple sclerosis stops people from moving. Douglas County residents can play a part to make sure it doesn’t. The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society, Upper Midwest Chapter will hold “Walk MS: Alexandria” on Sunday, May 5.

May 03, 2013

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Editorial - Small companies, big impact

Douglas County is very fortunate to have a solid base of large, local manufacturing companies that provide jobs, add to the area’s reputation as a vibrant regional hub and support many local causes and organizations.

May 01, 2013

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Thumbs Up/Down - April 26, 2013

Thumbs Down: We’ve received several complaints from drivers this past winter and after the recent snowstorms about the condition of County Road 82 East, which used to be known as Highway 27 East between Alexandria and Osakis.

April 26, 2013

Editorial - Senior numbers rising and so is risk for scams

Here’s a fact to ponder from the Minnesota Department of Commerce: Within this decade, there will be more Minnesotans older than age 65 than children enrolled in our public schools.

April 24, 2013

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Editorial - Horror, lies and resolve rise out of marathon

Of all the gripping details of the Boston Marathon bombings, one image is especially hard to shake. CNN reported it: “One man’s legs were blown off, and he kept trying to stand up.”

April 19, 2013

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Editorial - Take Earth Day Challenge with these 10 steps

Sometimes an issue can seem so complex and all encompassing that people give up trying to do anything about it. “It’s such a huge topic,” the reasoning goes, what I do doesn’t really matter.”

April 17, 2013

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Thumbs Up/Down - April 12, 2013

Thumbs Up/Down - April 12, 2013 Thumbs Up: Massman Automation Designs deserves a thumbs up for saving the Ribfest event. The Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Board, faced with limited staffing and funding, decided late last year to cancel the event.

April 12, 2013

Editorial - Give troopers room to do their jobs

They’re out there, doing their jobs, helping other people. And they get hit. They’re troopers. Four state trooper squads were struck in March, spiking the total for the year up to 10.

April 10, 2013

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Editorial - Don't give up fight against lake invaders

As the chair of the Statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Advisory Committee, I am writing at the request of the full committee to firmly rebut a developing theme in recent news stories and legislative committee debate that Minnesota cannot be successful in stopping the spread of AIS.

April 05, 2013

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Editorial - Here's how seniors can avoid pain, expense of a fall

It comes across the police scanners all too often: An elderly person has fallen and needs medical attention. It happens at all times of the year, ice or no ice.

April 03, 2013

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Thumbs Up/Down - March 29, 2013

If you want to get a clearer understanding of skyrocketing health care costs, be sure to check out the March 4 special report from Time magazine, “Why Medical Bills are Killing Us” by Steven Brill.

March 29, 2013

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Editorial - Prepare for motorcycle riding now

Even though spring still seems to be a mirage off in the distance, it will eventually get here. That means motorcyclists will finally be able to get their bikes out on the road. And that leads to danger.

March 27, 2013

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