To read more from these stories on others, look for them in our print issue and online at echopress.com.

• We look into what’s happening with The Rune development and the deadlines the $25 million project faces.
• An Alexandria couple built an ice bar in their backyard. Read how they did it and why.
• We preview the Polar Plunge that will take place this Sunday in Alexandria.
• In Life, we have lots of photos from a two-day storm that dumped about a foot of snow in Alexandria.
• In Sports, read how the Alexandria boys hockey team breezed to a win in the section quarterfinals.

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These stories and more can be found in Wednesday, Feb. 23 print issue or online at echopress.com. 

• The annual “Fishing for the Cure” fundraiser to fight cancer was a big hit. We take a look at how the event went and the money raised.
• A new study shows that some stormwater basins, which are supposed to protect lakes from pollution, may be contributing to the problem.
• An Alexandria business helped with the financing of the city’s new $1.24 million fire truck and helped purchase electric vehicles in St. Paul.
• In Life, read about a musical that provided historical insights into the women’s suffrage era.
• In Sports, read how the Knights wrestling team advanced to the state tournament.

These stories and more can be found in our print issue or online at echopress.com.

• Funeral services were held for the 3M worker who died at the Alexandria plant last week. Read how he will be remembered.
• A group of DECA students is interviewing people about how important it is to shop local.
• We have all the news from the Alexandria City Council – including an update on 18th Avenue.
• In Life, read how a local legend, the Big Ole statue, came to be. 
• In Sports, read about a brave 10-year-old hockey player battling cancer.

• A 3M employee died while working at the Alexandria plant. We have more information.
• Alexandria Industries' annual fishing tournament is coming up and we have details.
• An expert in the paranormal gave a presentation. Read what he thinks of Old Broadway’s ghosts.
• In Life, find out what the most craved sweets are for Valentine’s Day.
• In Sports, read how the Alexandria girls hockey team is at the top of its game heading into the playoffs.

• The Andria Theatre has a new system that helps those with hearing aids to hear performances better.
• A lottery ticket worth $170,000 was sold in Alexandria. 
• A loon expert talks about the history and conservation of Minnesota's state bird.
• In Life, a half helicopter, half boat awaits visitors at the Legacy of the Lakes Museum.
• In Sports, the Osakis boys basketball team defeated an unbeaten foe.

These stories and more can be found at echopress.com and in our print issue. You can subscribe online at EchoPress.com and choose between digital-only or print plus digital. You can also stop by our office at 225 7th Ave E or give us a call at 320-763-3133. 

• We recap the Republican and DFL caucuses, including results from a straw poll for governor and comments from attendees. 
• Another story looks at how affordable housing in Alexandria is in short supply because of rising costs.
• In Life, read how robbers, known as the Cream Can Gang, emptied a bank vault in Miltona back in 1938.
• In Sports, read how the Cardinal boys hockey team defeated the number three ranked Little Falls.

To read more on these stories and others, look for them in our print issue or online at echopress.com

These stories and more can be found in our print issue, or online at echopress.com

• Land that was left vacant after Alexandria’s downtown fire may not be empty anymore. Find out what’s in store for the corner of 5th and Broadway.
• Free, higher-quality masks will soon be distributed in Douglas County.
• The Echo Press won 17 awards in a state contest. Read about your hometown newspaper’s accomplishments.
• In Life, see our feature on the Douglas County Sheriff's Honor Guard.
• In Sports, read how the Cardinal boys swimming and diving team kept its perfect record intact

On January 20, 2022, a family of four, including a baby and a teenage girl, were found dead of exposure on the Canadian side of the Canada-Minnesota border. Officials say they were part of a larger group trying to cross the border illegally. So who was this family, and what happened?

https://www.grandforksherald.com/news/minnesota/canadian-authorities-confirm-identities-of-family-who-froze-to-death-in-border-crossing-incident

• Two photographers with Alexandria ties give insight on capturing the northern lights.
• Prohibition in Douglas County was detailed as part of the History at Home series.
• An Alexandria man has been charged with counterfeiting. Authorities seized $16,000 in fake money.
• In Life, read about an inventor, author and rambler who named Lake Ida.
• In Sports, read how the Alexandria boys basketball team has a perfect record against opponents in its section.