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Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow recalls fighting fire as tough, technical and all about teamwork Fire chief remembers how well all the fire departments and other agencies worked together, to avoid injuries, save downtown residents as nearly 90 firefighters responded a year ago. 6:23 am, Feb. 25, 2021 × Firefighters from six departments battled the the blaze in downtown Alexandria Feb. 25, 2020. Some were on the scene for nine hours. (Echo Press file photo) When Alexandria Fire Chief Jeff Karrow thinks about the Feb. 25 fire last year that wiped out six businesse...

Alexandria leaders take oath of office; they're ready for 2021 The ceremony was a celebration of their rise to office, a time to bid a fond farewell to long-time council member and Mayor Sara Carlson, and an opportunity for Osterberg to outline her philosophy and goals as the city’s new mayor. Written By: Al Edenloff | × While taking the oath of office from City Attorney Tom Jacobson on Thursday, Dec. 31, mayor-elect Bobbie Osterberg put a hand on a Bible her father used when he confirmed in 1936. Her husband, Paul, held the Bible. (Al Edenloff / Echo Press) Ale...

Through it all, there were shining moments of kindness, generosity and unity. Written By: Al Edenloff | × In April, Public Works Director Bill Thoennes used a bucket truck to put a mask on Big Ole in Alexandria. The event was organized by city staff. "Our message is simple — we are masking up for safety," said Sara Stadtherr, communications coordinator for the city. "Safety of our community, safety of those around us, ourselves and for our families." (Echo Press file photo) The year 2020 will be most remembered for another set of numbers – COVID-19. Back on March 6, the E...