Leader-News - News
Sequestration puts local entities in limbo
Federal budget cuts that automatically went into effect at midnight this past Saturday as part of the fallout from the government’s budget standoff will have a ripple effect felt at the local level.
Dollars for Scholars has big plans for 20th year
The dedication required to keep an organization running smoothly for 20 years is immense.
Pfliiger makes Academic All-State
Washburn senior MiKayla (Mickey) Pfliiger has her whole life ahead of her and she’s already off to a great start.
Observe demolition with caution
The demolition of the McLean County Courthouse will require a community-wide effort to limit exposure from spores over a possible 60-day period, county officials said at a community meeting on Feb. 19 at the courthouse.
Mail dropped
In rain, sleet, hail and snow the mail will go. Just not on Saturdays.
Washburn’s trees could use more diversity
Have you ever looked around at the variety of trees in Washburn.
Courthouse demolition weeks away
District Court Judge Lawrence Jahnke answered the hopes of McLean County Commissioners by lifting a temporary injunction last Thursday.
You will pay: Costs of street repair to be city-wide
In an attempt to simplify the process of fixing streets in the city of Washburn, the city commission voted Monday night to expand the assessment boundaries to encompass the entire city.
Emergency volunteers honored
The community of Washburn has a lot to be proud of in the men and women who assembled for the annual Washburn Emergency Services Banquet on Saturday.
Hot water trucking
Since the hot water pumping system became operational at the Great River Energy Stanton Station in October, the line for hot water has been fairly consistent.
