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Now here are the top stories to look out for in Friday's paper. 

For example: 

• A big part of the 2022 primary were two Alexandria School Board races that drew three or more candidates, which triggered a primary.
• Our “You Asked” series takes a look at how the Central Lakes Trail is maintained.
• Find out what’s new at the Douglas County Fair, which starts Wednesday.
• In Life, our Behind the Band segment spotlights singer-songwriter, Josie Nelson.
• In Sports, we interviewed the Men’s Champion in the Resorters Golf Tournament, Nick Jarrett.

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