Subscribe to The Echo Press

The Official Newspaper of Douglas County!

NEWS

Showing 1 - 16 of 7360   |   next page
Start a blog » Blog posts related to this topic:
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/257/50/50/ STAFF BLOG FORUM COMMUNICATIONS
FCC wins big at annual Minnesota newspaper convention; Detroit Lakes tops efforts by winning award for best weekly in state
FARGO, N.D. - Forum Communications Co. newspapers received more than 90 awards, ranging in categories from "Best Local Breaking News Story" to "Best Website" during the 2010-2011 Better Newspaper Cont...
Posted on 1/31/12 at 9:23 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/556/50/50/ STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER
Fox rejects Pawlenty request for a job
Fox News Channel turned down former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty when he asked for a job. Howard Kurtz reports on the Newsweek Daily Beast blog that Roger Ailes, the combative conservative behind the ...
Posted on 9/26/11 at 9:50 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/1972/50/50/ STAFF BLOG THE FLOOD OF WEST-CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA
In the wake: Images from post-flood Minot, North Dakota - taken 7/23/11
Thanks to Marisa Mescia for these images of post-flood Minot, North Dakota. Click on one of the images to see a larger version of that image. There are links to more images below. Photos from Minot, ...
Posted on 7/25/11 at 1:03 PM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/15/50/50/ STAFF BLOG ALL ABOUT FOOD
Grab one of these little pumpkin turnovers and go
Move over apple turnovers. Here comes pumpkin. Begin with a can of pure pumpkin puree, and it's amazing how some sugar and spice can make everything nice. Pie crust helps out, too. Grab-and-Go Swe...
Posted on 10/22/10 at 6:00 AM
http://media.fccinteractive.com/voices/470/50/50/ STAFF BLOG THE AREA VOICES COMMUNITY
Let's Hear it for the Bison!
As a UND graduate, you know that's not always easy for me to say. But I must give credit where credit is due. Here's to NDSU! We've had a great week at areavoices. Just yesterday, Minnesota State Un...
Posted on 10/15/10 at 11:10 AM
More blog posts about news

New safety standard for window-washers takes effect March 1

A new Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MNOSHA) standard is designed to increase worker protection and provide clarity for contractors that perform interior or exterior window-washing or building-maintenance operations.

February 04, 2012

Minnesota Trade Office accepting applications for China trade mission

The Minnesota Trade Office (MTO) is accepting applications for a trade mission to China led by Gov. Mark Dayton on June 8-17.

February 04, 2012

Join Arbor Day Foundation, get 10 spruce trees

Here’s a way to get into the mood for spring planting: Join the Arbor Day Foundation and receive 10 trees to plant when the weather turns warm.

February 04, 2012

Veterans Art Show to take place in St. Cloud

The public is invited to attend the annual Veterans Art Show on Wednesday, February 8, from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., and Thursday, February 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The show is held in the Auditorium (Building 8) on the main campus of the St. Cloud VA Health Care System.

February 04, 2012

Capitol Chatter: GOP says Dayton rejected appointees, too

Democratic Gov. Mark Dayton’s stinging criticism of Senate Republicans last Monday, saying they are “not fit to govern,” still hurt as the week ended.

By Don Davis , February 04, 2012

Republicans hope to get noticed in caucus poll

Minnesota Republicans get their time in the spotlight during Tuesday night’s precinct caucuses.

By Don Davis and Danielle Nordine , February 03, 2012

Fog, ice lead to 92 crashes in 24 hours

Drivers beware: Over the last 24 hours, many regions of Minnesota have been experiencing very foggy weather along with icy roads. Minnesota State Troopers have responded to 92 crashes all over the state during this period.

February 03, 2012

Hospital, clinic explore merger

No formal action has been taken, but there is potential for a merger between Douglas County Hospital and Alexandria Clinic. According to Douglas County Hospital CEO Carl Vaagenes, “Our negotiations have been positive, productive and we are working from a common set of goals and values.”

By Amy Chaffins , February 03, 2012

Alexandria man robbed in his home

An Alexandria man was robbed at gunpoint early Wednesday morning in his home. Robert James Nelson, 85, reported to law enforcement that someone came into his home with a gun and robbed him around 1 a.m.

February 03, 2012

Time to talk politics

Across the state, people will gather on Tuesday, February 7 to select candidates during the 2012 caucuses. Precinct caucuses are open to the public and are organized by Minnesota’s political parties.

By Amy Chaffins , February 03, 2012

Two injured in crash on Highway 29

Two men were injured Wednesday morning in a crash on Highway 29 in Pope County.

February 03, 2012

Job seekers invited to February 8 event

Looking for a job? Attend the Greater Alexandria Area Job Resource Fair next Wednesday, February 8. The event will take place at the Alexandria Technical and Community College’s law enforcement gymnasium from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

February 03, 2012

Out of the fire and onto the ice

Out of the fire and onto the ice By day – and well, by night too – he is a business owner and the Alexandria fire chief. Once winter arrives, he’s a dedicated member of the RFN Racing Team. Jeff Karrow of Alexandria has been racing vintage snowmobiles since 2004. He got his start racing vintage sleds on Wolf Lake. “It’s kind of a little stress reliever,” he said.

By Crystal Dey , February 03, 2012

Ice fishing challenge is back

Ice fishing challenge is back After an Ice Fishing Challenge that didn’t go as anyone expected in 2011, the Alexandria Sertoma Club and members of the Viking Sportsmen are excited to put that behind them and get back on a familiar lake on February 11 from noon to 3 p.m. The 2012 Ice Fishing Challenge will be back on Lake L’Homme Dieu near the Kruger’s Creek access after moving to Lake Agnes last winter.

By Eric Morken , February 03, 2012

Photo of the Week: Lake Carlos from above

Photo of the Week: Lake Carlos from above This is a bird's eye view of Lake Carlos.

February 03, 2012

RELATED CONTENT
Showing 1 - 16 of 7360   |   next page

View your ad here! Cost effective targeted advertising.
Contextual advertising starting as low as $79/month. This includes targeted ad delivery and search results!
Add your business to the Marketplace »

Mayville State University Mayville State University
330 3rd St NE
Mayville, ND 58257
800-437-4104		 Apply now for Spring Semester!

Audio Audio