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Thumbs Up and Down - Views by the Echo Press April 20, 2012
Thumbs Down: Tailgating. It's easy to get upset when the driver behind you gets close enough to nearly touch your bumper. State Trooper Jesse Grabow recently addressed the problem in his "Ask the...
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Editorial - The rest of the story on mail order medications
An April 4 Echo Press editorial listed suggestions from the Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants on how people could save money on their health care costs. On the surface, the first tip...
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Editorial - Good jobs are out there; ATCC is helping to fill them
Despite some of the negative talk one hears about the economy, job opportunities are out there. In the Alexandria area, for instance, there is a shortage of qualified workers for high-tech...
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Editorial - Shatter stigma surrounding mental illness
Stigma is defined in the dictionary as "a mark of shame or discredit - a stain." Unfortunately, people who are coping with a mental health condition have to deal with stigmas every day. People judge...
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Thumbs Up and Down - Views by the Echo Press May 4, 2012
A woman was walking across Broadway in the middle of the street with the phone clutched to her ear, apparently expecting all traffic to come to a screeching halt so she could complete her more...
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Editorial - A chance to learn about Alzheimer's
Rock-and-roll artist Bobby Vee's announcement that he was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease created headlines in media outlets throughout the Midwest. Born and raised in Fargo, Vee, now 69,...
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Editorial - Is your identity up for grabs?
An Echo Press story last month highlighted the dangers people faced by dumping items at a Carlos car wash that included sensitive, personal information, such as Social Security numbers, tax forms and...
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Editorial - A message to ATV drivers
As the weather heats up, so does the season for riding all terrain vehicles (ATVs). But it isn't all fun in the sun. As with any vehicle, drivers assume a big responsibility when they turn the key....
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Thumbs Up and Down - Views by the Echo Press May 18, 2012
Thumbs Up: It's refreshing to see young people getting involved in politics. The Pope County Tribune recently profiled such an instance: 17-year-old Connor Doebbert was one of 13 high school students...
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Editorial - Consider being an election judge this November
If you're looking for a way to get involved in the political process beyond just voting, consider this option: Be an election judge. Secretary of State Mark Ritchie issued a public service...
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Editorial - Welcome, summer visitors! We're glad you're here
Another summer is out there, waiting to be filled with all kinds of fun, shared experiences and opportunities to remember for a lifetime. Although the calendar pegs the official start of summer as...
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Editorial - Have you had 'the talk' with your parents?
Money. Everybody wants more of it but nobody wants to talk openly about it - especially with their aging parents. Talk about this topic
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Thumbs Up and Down - Views by the Echo Press June 1, 2012
Thumbs Down: Here's a reminder to drivers traveling to North Nokomis Street from County Road 42: Yield. A sign has been in place for several months now. Remember, a yield sign means to slow down or...
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Editorial - Healthy foods are affordable
It's time to shatter the myth that's stopping some people from eating healthier. Healthy foods are not as expensive as people think. The United States Department of Agriculture Undersecretary Kevin...
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Editorial - Remember lakes when repairing your driveway
Seal coating makes old asphalt look new and protects its surface, but there are serious environmental concerns with its use. Seal coat comes in two basic varieties: coal tar-based and asphalt-based....
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Editorial - Don't be swindled by asphalt scams
They're out there again, hoping to make a fast buck with shoddy, overpriced work. They're unlicensed, unprincipled asphalt scam artists. Talk about this topic
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Editorial - Expecting moms getting mixed messages about alcohol dangers
If you're an expecting mom and think that it's OK to have a little alcohol during your pregnancy, you should think twice before tipping that drink. The Minnesota Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome...
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Editorial - President can claim a victory
The overheated political rhetoric aside, the Obama administration - and President Barack Obama personally - won a big one Thursday when the U.S. Supreme Court said the "individual mandate" of the...
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Editorial - Give your shade-giver some TLC
The summer storm season takes a harsh toll on the beautiful trees that adorn so many yards in the Douglas County area. But there is a right way to help your tree recover and commonsense advice about...
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Editorial - Our choice for Alexandria mayor: Carlson
Voters in the city of Alexandria are fortunate to have an experienced, well-qualified candidate to take over the reins of leading this growing city: Sara Carlson. Talk about this topic
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