Leader-News - News
Burn ban implemented
For the sixth year in a row, McLean County Commissioners approved a fire emergency declaration and burn ban for the county, forbidding fires or fireworks on days when the danger rating is red or orange.
County approves transmission line amendments
After nearly two hours of testimony, questions and answers, the McLean County Planning and Zoning Board and McLean County Commission Thursday night both approved zoning amendments that would prohibit transmission lines from being erected closer than one mile beyond the ordinary high water mark of the Missouri River, Lake Sakakawea or Lake Audubon.
Spreading the Love
Hundreds of hearts popped up around the area this week, as Washburn residents joined in on a trend meant to keep neighbors connected, despite social distancing.
On track for off -site education
Area schools are finalizing details for distance learning, with facilities set to start educating off-site students by April 1.
Virus shutters local schools
Like their peers in around 30 other states in the U.S., North Dakota students are staying home from class this week as a precautionary measure against COVID-19.
Local superintendents give update
How is your school operating with closures this week in regard to classes, staffing, meals and any other notable circumstances? Currently administration, custodians, office staff, and kitchen staff are reporting.
Wing testing four-day school week
Wing Public School students are enjoying a little more freedom and free time lately, as the school experiments with a four-day school week.
New group chooses name
After months of deliberation, Washburn’s new non-profit community group has chosen a name for itself.
Riding his way to victory
At an age where most cowboys have already hung up their hats, one North Dakota native rode his way to becoming a world champion.
