Central McLean News-Journal - News
Underwood shelters travelers from the storm
A Friday morning snow storm quickly turned into a whiteout as thousands of home-bound students took to the road for Spring Break.
Learning respect by the fist and foot
The old wax on, wax off routine may have seemed a little odd but as many of us know, the discipline taught some important skills in self defense and respect.
Underwood School looks to trade in activity bus
The issues and costs associated with the Underwood School activity bus continues to be a discussion item at the Underwood School Board meeting.
Courthouse plans approved
After numerous pairs of eyes examined preliminary floor plans for a new county courthouse, a giant hurdle has been cleared.
Superintendent specs narrowed
During the end of January, Underwood School superintendent Dale Ekstrom announced his plans for retirement at the end of the school year.
Student drivers ‘out of control’
"It makes you think a lot more about trying to do it."
Teaching music smarter
Zach Cottingham, a sixth-grade student at Underwood School, made a big decision when he switched from playing saxophone to playing the drums this year.
North Dakota students lead the way in science and math
A recent release from the National Assessment of Educational Progress showed that last year’s eighth-grade students were the top in the nation in science.
Courthouse plans presented to commissioners
Preliminary plans for a new McLean County Courthouse were presented to Washburn City Commissioners on Monday night by McLean County States Attorney Ladd Erickson.
Courthouse plans getting thumbs-up
While plans for the new county courthouse have not been finalized, they appear to meet the needs of several county entities.
