Evansville Art Center to host poetry night
Readers may share their original work or their favorite poets.
Osakis’ bats explode in easy win over Swanville
Silverstreaks relish getting back on the field as a nine-run first inning helps calm any nerves in the season opener.
Minnesota police shooting rekindles police reform debate, puts budget talks in question
The renewed calls for police accountability and transparency came as the Legislature entered its final month of session.
Prairie Woodcarvers of Alexandria recreate 250-year-old artifacts
The carving group has helped repair statues, catch fish and helps members "forget about all the other troubles going on."
Whatever happened to baby Emma, the only survivor of her murdered family? The Turtle Lake Murders — Episode #4
What must it be like to grow up knowing you narrowly escaped the mass murder of your entire family just a few feet away? It’s...
Commentary: Fighting for our local newspapers
The Journalism Competition and Preservation Act will level the playing field for the entire industry — not just a few publishers — by empowering local...
Alexandria and Minnewaska girls win home invites, boys take second
Alexandria and Minnewaska both hosted home meets on Thursday as the Cardinals and Lakers took home top finishes in both.
Blood drives scheduled in Alexandria, Parkers Prairie
April donors could win $1,000 e-gift card.
Ask KHN-PolitiFact: I’ve recovered from COVID-19, so why do I still have to mask up?
As the federal government doubles down on their importance, some states have thrown caution — and face coverings — to the wind. We decided to...
Sen. Bill Ingebrigtsen supports bill that closes loophole on sexual assault crimes
The bill also prioritizes funding for domestic abuse shelters, crime victim services, emergency communications and 911 services, Ingebrigtsen said.
Minnesota nears 7,000th COVID-19 death
State reports almost 2,300 new infections, six deaths.
It's Karen's Turn column: Calls of ‘racist’ don’t help
The following is an opinion column written by an Echo Press editorial staff member. It does not necessarily reflect the views of the Echo Press.
Trott column: 5 tips for planting trees and shrubs
Spring is a great time to plant trees.
Alexandria off to a fast start in season with sights set on another section title
Four straight wins to start the season has the Alexandria boys tennis team feeling good about where things could be heading again this spring.
Mayo Clinic podcast: Don’t miss a beat with preventive heart care
Dr. Christopher DeSimone, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says he's concerned some patients may have been ignoring symptoms, waiting six or nine months, or even a...
After Wright's death, Minnesota lawmakers look to curb police stops that can turn deadly
Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man from Brooklyn Center, Minn., was killed by police during a traffic stop on Sunday. His death has made lawmakers...
Minnewaska’s Tate Reichmann eyes another state appearance as one of Class A’s top singles players
Now a junior, Minnewaska's Tate Reichmann is off to a 3-0 start and is trying to build on his first-ever trip to state from a...
Osakis Voices: When should you buy your first or next home?
A home purchase is oftentimes one of, if not the, largest purchase a person will make in their lifetime, so it’s prudent to make sure...
VanNyhuis sees a lot of positives as Osakis wins both boys and girls meet in season opener
The Silverstreaks look to have some talented athletes to work with again in track and field as Osakis defended its home turf in a season-opening...
Harris and Johnson go deep as Alexandria sweeps Willmar in season opening doubleheader
Alexandria put up 37 runs in nine innings on Thursday afternoon to win its opening two games of the season in a home doubleheader against...
Mike Frisch: Finding those mid-spring crappies
With the weather hopefully stabilizing with warmer temperatures in the near future, Mike Frisch gives his advance on how to find those mid-spring crappies that...
Brandon-Evansville Prom 2021
"A Night of Enchantment"
Sports schedule for Thursday, April 15
Douglas County area baseball, softball, golf, tennis, track and field and bowling on the Thursday, April 15 schedule.
LIVE: Derek Chauvin trial continues Thursday
The trial of Derek Chauvin will continue today. Watch a livestream here.
Rep. Michelle Fischbach signals support for part of Biden's infrastructure plan at town hall
The White House infrastructure plan has a price tag of about $2 trillion that includes traditional and nontraditional infrastructure spending. Rep. Michelle Fischbach said she...
City of Alexandria offers free Metal Pick Up Day
Residents who live within the city limits of Alexandria can get rid of the clutter in their yards, patios and basements by putting the metal...
Was North Dakota's worst mass murder a hate crime or politically charged lies? The Turtle Lake Murders Episode #3
Everything we thought we knew about the infamous Wolf family murders can be upended when we apply some historical context. Does what the world was...
Chauvin's defense team rests its case; jury deliberations begin Monday
The Derek Chauvin trial continues today in Minneapolis.
WATCH: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan highlight efforts to increase access to COVID-19 vaccine for all Minnesotans
Walz and Flanagan visited a pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinic to highlight efforts to increase access to the COVID-19 vaccine for all Minnesotans on Thursday. Watch...
WATCH: Minnesota health officials hold COVID-19 press briefing for April 15
Minnesota health officials held a media availability for April 15. Watch a stream here.
Agriculture budget bill will help meat processors, provide jobs, improve broadband, says Sen. Torrey Westrom
It’s focused on helping Minnesota farmers while spurring innovation in the agriculture industry and provides resources for broadband expansion throughout the state, Westrom said.
Derek Chauvin does not testify as arguments end; jury could begin deliberations Monday
The ex-officer charged in George Floyd's killing declined to testify in own defense.
Take a 'pandemic pause,' urges Minnesota Medical Association
The more than 12,000 physicians and physicians-in-training of the MMA are encouraged to see the increasing pace of vaccinations in Minnesota but are equally concerned...
Astro Bob: The Veil Nebula — Beauty in destruction
A Hubble image reveals that the most violent events in the universe produce objects of great and delicate beauty.
Gov. Tim Walz says he's not considering new restrictions as Minnesota extends COVID-19 emergency
The governor and health officials said the 30-day extension of the peacetime emergency was needed as Minnesota tracks an increase in new COVID-19 cases and...
