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Hear the daily local news and get the inside scoop on what's happening in Alexandria, Minnesota.

  1. 2월 13일

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of February 8-14, 2026

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about beating the winter blues with world-class blues and jazz, a peek at how the proposed new Douglas County Library could look, building demolition in preparation for a Kwik-Trip in western Alexandria, and a romantic article about how Alexandrians are bedazzled by romance books … and how they bedazzle the romance books right back. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute.   Check out the top headlines from February 11 and February 13  below: Here are the top stories in our Wednesday February 11 issue: Beat the Winter Blues and Jazz Festival showcased music by world-class blues and jazz artists SunOpta is being sold to Refresco in $1.1 billion deal All 11 fire departments in Douglas County may get new radios Proposed new Douglas County Library inches forward toward a referendum vote in November Van Zomeren inducted into MN FFA Hall of Fame Boys Swim and Dive: Alexandria captures Central Lakes Conference championship   Here are the top stories in our Friday, February 13 issue: 90 years ago: Alexandria's Congregational Church burns $19.9 million building bond referendum for Osakis Public Schools passes Buildings demolished to clear the way for Alexandria's second Kwik Trip Alexandria bedazzled by romance books Zion Lutheran boys basketball continuing to highlight consistent play as state approaches Opinion

    17분

  2. 1월 23일

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of January 18-24 2026

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about the first-ever SNOfest Winter Carnival, the demise of the paperback novel, a shooting death in Alexandria, community support for a Miltona couple who lost their home in a fire just after Christmas, and the ancient prayer practice that has returned to an Alexandria church.   Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute. Check out the top headlines from January 21 and January 23  below:  Jan. 21, 2026: Temps were cold, winds were high but the sun was shining at first-ever SNOfest Winter Carnival in Alexandria 10 years later, Brandon man recalls painting Minneapolis' Foshay Tower The books that 'democratized America' are no more Brandon-Evansville School Board holds reorganizational meeting Discovery Middle School students showcase projects about global goals, concerns Boys Swim and Dive: Alexandria edges Elk River to take Section 8AA true team championship     Jan. 23, 2026: Man dead after shooting in Alexandria on Jan. 20 Miltona couple 'beyond blessed' by support and generosity after fire destroyed their home Osakis City Council: Earlier meeting times, and the water leak mystery continues 'This is exactly what my dad envisioned' Alexandria girls hockey player Quinn Hills named Shannon O'Hara scholarship recipient Opinion

    17분

  3. 1월 9일

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of January 4-10, 2026

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about the local skating pond ready for the season, two Douglas County Christmas Bird Counts that turned up records, some County and School Board news, and why some people think they could beat a grizzly bear in an unarmed fight. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute. Check out the top headlines from January 7 and January 9  below:   Wednesday January 7, 2026 Noonan Park skating pond is officially ready for the season Two die in head-on crash on Highway 71 in rural Belgrade, Minnesota $100,000 winning lottery ticket sold in Alexandria Alexandria Area High School senior nominated by U.S. Rep. Fischbach for 3 military academies Douglas County bird counts postponed due to weather; still set records Wrestling: Nolan Fettig wins 150th career match as Alexandria boys takes St. Paul Harding duals title   Friday, January 9, 2026: Shane Schmidt named board chairperson for the Douglas County Board of Commissioners Could you beat a grizzly bear in an unarmed fight? Kyle Momsen appointed to open seat on Alexandria School Board Boys Basketball: Alexandria wins shootout to hand Moorhead first loss of season Opinion

    14분

  4. 1월 2일

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of December 28-January 3, 2026

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about the year in review, a possible surprise in someone's water bill from the City of Osakis, a new K-9 unit, and an artist who's raising money for a good cause. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute. Check out the top headlines from the week of December 28-January 3:   December 31, 2025: Here's our list of the Top 5 news items in 2025 A police dog named Izzy may be coming to Alexandria Sad doesn't mean suicidal Consistency and discipline guiding Alexandria boys basketball through opening stretch January 2, 2026: Who left the water on in Osakis? Final open skating date of the month at RCC is Jan. 2 Closing the skills gap Local artist plans year-long campaign to sell her poetry (W/VIDEO) Boys Hockey: Brody Berg's hat trick powers Alexandria to Winter Classic victory over Mustangs Opinion

    12분

  5. 2025. 12. 23.

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of December 14-20 , 2025

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about light in the dark, a doubled reward in a 30 year old cold case, DECA students bringing new flavors to the holiday season and Alexandria's winning girl's basketball team. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute.   Check out the top headlines from the week of December 14-20 below: Alone or in a group, Alexandria's Garden of Lights Walking Light Tour dazzles $100K reward offered in Huisentruit case Cannabis legalization is topic of Listen and Learn session Are artificial trees costing more this year? Alexandria DECA students invite everyone to their Sip and Slice Challenge running from Dec. 21 through Jan. 4 Girls Basketball: Bench boosts Alexandria past Monticello to stay unbeaten Opinion

    10분

  6. 2025. 11. 14.

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of November 9-15, 2025

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about a ribbon cutting, the new show opening at the Alexandria Area High School, celebrations for Douglas County veterans, and we have answers to a question you asked. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute. Check out the top headlines from November 12 and November 14  below: November 12, 2025 Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce hosts ribbon cutting at Center for the Visual Arts ProDriver CDL School in Alexandria offers trucking education without the trucks Alexandria's lodging tax yields big impact Osakis School Board plans to go back to voters in February of 2026 Alexandria Area High School theater students present 'Alice by Heart' Football: Spring Lake Park's goal-line stop ends Alexandria's season in Class 5A quarterfinals   November 14, 2025: 11th hour, 11th day, 11th month Playground equipment purchased for Fillmore Park in Alexandria First Lutheran in Alexandria to offer 'Surviving the Holidays' Andria Theatre upgrades ticketing system You asked: 'What happens to the recycling after it is picked up curbside?' (W/VIDEO) Visualizing success: Alexandria girls swimmer Hannah Hoff displays a consistent approach to the pool Opinion

    16분

  7. 2025. 11. 07.

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of November 2-November 8, 2025

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about celebrations: from the Halloween Parade to upcoming Veteran's Day festivities. Plus the fate of  some school bonding referendums in Douglas County. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute.   Check out the top headlines from November 5 and November 7 below: November 5, 2025 Friends of the Alexandria Nature Trail explore Big Ole Park to City Park Loop Veterans to be honored at programs throughout Douglas County Former Douglas County resident found guilty and sentenced to life, appeals sentence Hundreds show up for Halloween parade in downtown Alexandria Analysis: A look at Alexandria's ascension back to the Class 5A state football tournament   November 7, 2025: Alexandria Public Schools referendum turned down by voters School ballot questions in Parkers Prairie approved; Minnewaska's $25M bond is voted down $14,500 in donations accepted by Douglas County commissioners for Veteran Services Marines' 250th birthday to be celebrated with banquet in Alexandria Class 5A state football preview: Alexandria battles Spring Lake Park in running game showcase Opinion

    13분

  8. 2025. 10. 27.

    Echo Press Newsminute, week of October 19-25, 2025

    MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about Oktoberfest, upcoming school referendums in several Douglas County communities, the possible effects of the federal government shutdown on area residents, and a new arts space opening in Alexandria. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute.   Check out the top headlines from October 22 and October 24 below: October 22, 2025 Kidtoberfest and Oktoberfest events to be held this weekend Q&A provides information about Alexandria Public Schools proposed capital projects levy Insurance premium rate hikes worrying older Minnesotans in particular Osakis School Board forwards new school bonding plan to the state In Alexandria, Patty Wetterling recounts abduction of her son, Jacob Chasing a championship, Osakis' Leah Maddock brings wealth of experience to state tennis   October 24, 2025: Celebrating Banned Books Week in Alexandria Voters in Alexandria, Minnewaska and Parkers Prairie will answer ballot questions in Nov. 4 election Alexandria School Board discusses Title IX litigation impact on funding Douglas County commissioners learn how federal government shutdown could impact residents New space for art exhibits, workshops and more to open in downtown Alexandria Unified approach to guide Minnewaska Area volleyball in Section 6AA tournament Opinion

    16분
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