Echo Press Minute

Here are the top stories in Wednesday's paper:

• The funeral of Pope County Deputy Josh Owen was on Saturday

• Could Minnesota become the "new Kansas?"

• A recap of the Earth Day celebration in Alexandria on April 22.

• Alexandria baseball beat Willmar 20-0 at Target Field

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

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Make sure to swing by the Andria Theatre to see "The Play That Goes Wrong."

It follows the antics of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying their very best to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery. This is not as easy as it sounds as everything that can go wrong does.

The show will run from April 20 to 22 and 27 through 29 at 7 p.m. and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. at Andria Theatre, located at 618 Broadway St, in Alexandria.

Tickets can be purchased online at andriatheatre.org or by calling 320-762-8300.

Special episode!

Travis Gulbrandson covers several beats, including Osakis School Board and Osakis City Council, along with the Brandon-Evansville School Board. His focus will also be on crime and court news.

Gulbrandson graduated from the University of South Dakota with a bachelor's degree in contemporary media and journalism. He has worked at newspapers in South Dakota, Colorado and New Mexico, covering such topics as crime and courts, city news and education to name a few.

A statement by Shannon Owen was read by her husband's cousin, Josh Palmateer, at a news conference Thursday at the Pope County Courthouse.

Also present were Shannon Owen and Pope County Deputy Eric Thesing, along with other family members.

Here are the top stories in Friday's paper:

• Music and poetry has helped to bring a smile back to Wayne Hastings' face three years after his wife Myrene passed away.

• BCA IDs subject killed, officers injured in Cyrus incident

• A favorite restaurant at the Viking Plaza Mall is closing.

• Alexandria baseball beat the Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm 10-0 during Tuesday's game.

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

Support local journalism by subscribing and becoming a member at echopress.com. Your support will allow us to keep you informed.

Make sure to swing by the Andria Theatre to see "The Play That Goes Wrong."

It follows the antics of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying their very best to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery. This is not as easy as it sounds as everything that can go wrong does.

The show will run from April 20 to 22 and 27 through 29 at 7 p.m. and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. at Andria Theatre, located at 618 Broadway St, in Alexandria.

Tickets can be purchased online at andriatheatre.org or by calling 320-762-8300.

Here are the top stories in Wednesday's paper:

• A Pope County sheriff's deputy, Josh Owen, has died and two other officers were shot on Saturday while responding to a domestic violence call.

• MnDOT constructing roundabouts at both sides of I-94/Highway 27 exit

• Feature on Berry Ridge Farm and the opening of the Farmers Market.

• Alexandria softball beats Willmar 13-0 during game one, followed by a 13-2 loss during game two.

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

Support local journalism by subscribing and becoming a member at echopress.com. Your support will allow us to keep you informed.

Make sure to swing by the Andria Theatre to see "The Play That Goes Wrong."

It follows the antics of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying their very best to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery. This is not as easy as it sounds as everything that can go wrong does.

The show will run from April 20 to 22 and 27 through 29 at 7 p.m. and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. at Andria Theatre, located at 618 Broadway St, in Alexandria.

Tickets can be purchased online at andriatheatre.org or by calling 320-762-8300.

Special episode!

Sam Stuve is the Sports Lead for the Echo Press. He covers a variety of sports in Alexandria and the surrounding area, including in Osakis, Parker Prairie, Brandon-Evansville and more.

Sam graduated from Iowa State University in December of 2021. He worked for three and a half years on the Iowa State Daily sports desk and he has previously worked for the Marshalltown-Times Republican as an intern.

Contact him at [email protected] or 320-763-3133.

Here are the top stories in Friday's paper:

• Osakis hemp farmers partner with new Alexandria business to focus on health and wellness

• The "No Mow May" is gaining traction throughout North America, and the Alexandria City Council agreed to proclaim the month as well.

• The Andria Theatre presents "The Play That Goes Wrong." It opens on Thursday, April 20.

• Where are they now? Read how some area athletes are doing at their respective colleges or in their athletic careers.

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

Support local journalism by subscribing and becoming a member at echopress.com. Your support will allow us to keep you informed.

Make sure to swing by the Andria Theatre to see "The Play That Goes Wrong."

It follows the antics of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying their very best to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery. This is not as easy as it sounds as everything that can go wrong does.

The show will run from April 20 to 22 and 27 through 29 at 7 p.m. and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. at Andria Theatre, located at 618 Broadway St, in Alexandria.

Tickets can be purchased online at andriatheatre.org or by calling 320-762-8300.

Here are the top stories in Wednesday's paper:

• Children hear bunny-themed stories at Cherry Street Books

• It is pothole season.

• Highlights from a new book, 100 Things to Do in Minnesota Before You Die.

• Both of Osakis' boys and girls track and field teams have many letter-winners returning from last season.

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

Support local journalism by subscribing and becoming a member at echopress.com. Your support will allow us to keep you informed.

Make sure to swing by the Andria Theatre to see "The Play That Goes Wrong."

It follows the antics of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying their very best to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery. This is not as easy as it sounds as everything that can go wrong does.

The show will run from April 20 to 22 and 27 through 29 at 7 p.m. and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. at Andria Theatre, located at 618 Broadway St, in Alexandria.

Tickets can be purchased online at andriatheatre.org or by calling 320-762-8300

Special episode!

Lynn Mounsdon is the Circulation Manager and Customer Care Associateat the Echo Press. She grew up in the Brandon Evansville area. She started with the Echo Press in 1980.

While she has taken on many roles at the Echo, one thing hasn't changed, her enjoyment of interacting with customers and connecting with the community.

Here are the top stories in Friday's paper:

• E-SNAP food benefits end in Douglas County

• REA, ALP host electrical safety seminar in Alexandria

• Dracula the Bloody Truth" will premier at Lakes Area Theatre

• Alexandria high school junior gets offer from Minnesota Gophers to play basketball

Make sure to swing by the Andria Theatre to see "The Play That Goes Wrong."

It follows the antics of the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society, who are trying their very best to stage a production of a 1920s murder mystery. This is not as easy as it sounds as everything that can go wrong does.

The show will run from April 20 to 22 and 27 through 29 at 7 p.m. and April 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. at Andria Theatre, located at 618 Broadway St, in Alexandria.

Tickets can be purchased online at andriatheatre.org or by calling 320-762-8300

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