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Now here are the top stories to look out for in Friday’s paper:

• Grain bins that were damaged or destroyed by storms this spring are raising questions about grain storage come harvest time.
• Our series about the naming of local lakes delves into the history of indigenous people.
• Douglas County commissioners held an emergency meeting to discuss recent tornado damage.
• In Life, read about Fire Pit Productions' latest play, Clue.
• In Sports, read how the Alexandria baseball team advanced to the state tournament.

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

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