Leader-News - News
Study finds need for childcare
Community members at a meeting last week said it is a struggle to find child care in town, and many have resorted to leaving their children with unlicensed caregivers.
Dakota Farms to reopen in the spring
OK, so "Fall 2008" was a bit ambitious, but Dakota Farms will be open for business in a few months.
Workshop helps farm women succeed
They work and manage their farms every day, but many area women have not been educated formally about the ins and outs of running an agricultural or ranching business.
Beautification committee regroups
Washburn residents drive the city’s streets every day and hardly notice the downtown storefronts.
Heritage area provides funds, but draws concern
Last spring some area landowners were a bit surprised and alarmed when five counties in the heart of North Dakota were designated as a national heritage area.
‘Journey Stories’ travels to Washburn
Movement comes naturally for Americans.
County recognized for being ‘StormReady’
North Dakotans understand better than most how dangerous severe weather can be.
Weather slows construction, crews scramble to finish
Once again, it’s wait-and-see construction as time without street access drags on.
Rescue Squad practices auto extrication
A weekend crash course involving the "Jaws of Life" tested the metal of Washburn ambulance personnel and firefighers.
Ambulance service needs new volunteers
The Washburn Volunteer Ambulance Service needs more volunteers to ensure there will be enough emergency responders to dispatch to area calls.
