MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about a new look for electrical utility boxes, a celebration of Habitat for Humanity Douglas County, three local schools surpass state graduation rates, and schools of fish - plus fish in schools. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute.

Check out the top headlines from May 14, 2025 and May 16, 2025 below:

May 14, 2025:

Sales bloom at Alexandria Farmers Market

Alexandria utility boxes to serve as artwork

In 2024, more than 11,000 volunteers hours were spent helping Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County

Alexandria, B-E and Osakis graduation rates higher than state average

60 years, 4 tons and countless selfies — meet Alexandria's beloved giant

Track and Field: Osakis boys win Section 6A True Team title

May 16, 2025:

Big crowd attends Alexandria Technical and Community College 2025 commencement

Naming rights approved for Alexandria Splash Pad

New grant help for Minnesota cities — including Osakis

Discovery Middle School students in Alexandria learn lessons from trout

Alexandria alum doesn't let diagnosis slow him down, returning to form after beating cancer

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