MINNESOTA — In this episode of the Echo Press News Minute, reporter Lisa Johnson talks about a protest and march in Alexandria that drew hundreds of people, a fun April Fool's prank at the Miltona Science Magnet School, and a couple of snow days and the fun had by local kids. The Douglas County Library has a new legal kiosk to help folks dealing with legal issues. we're got a feature on the new director of the Andria Theatre, and a referendum for the Osakis Public Schools was defeated. Those stories and more, this week on the Echo Press News Minute.

Check out the top headlines from April 6-12 below:

April 9, 2025

Alexandria rally draws more than 500 Saturday to protest, march W/VIDEO

Do marshmallows grow on trees? Students at Miltona Science Magnet School thought so...for a moment

Need access to the legal system? Stop by the Douglas County Library

Ribbon cutting ceremony held for new Bremer Bank location

From building snowmen to snow forts, kids took advantage of the recent snowfall

From first-timer to collegiate veteran, Mikenna Pattrin finds solace among Bemidji State’s throwers

April 11, 2025

Andria Theatre hires new executive director

'No' again in Osakis

A shocking lesson in safety in Alexandria (w/video)

Boys Tennis: Alexandria sweeps Brainerd in home opener

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