Leader-News - News
Merger considered: WAEDA and Civic Club
Washburn could be losing one organization, and maybe even two.
Wilton approves school bus bids
The Wilton School Board held their second meeting of 2019 on Feb. 20. The agenda was full of new and old business ranging from technology, summer programs and new legislative acts that will affect the 2019-2020 school year.
Battle of the body
Woman fights chronic pain with faith and perseverance
Bot Patrol presents at school
Wilton elementary and high schoolers got a first-hand look inside the world of robotics last week, as the school’s local club performed a live demonstration for the student body.
WAEDA director resigns
After two and a half years, Washburn’s economic development director is hanging up her hat.
Board reviews project designs
The Washburn School Board got a glimpse Monday of what the school could look like after a major renovation, with rearranged classrooms, a secure checkpoint and an elevator.
Washburn students raise $14K
Washburn elementary students raised over $14,000 this year for the American Heart Association, and celebrated the feat with five rolls of duct tape.
Alternative meat bill moves forward
A bill mandating lab-grown meat in North Dakota be labeled clearly will move to a second reading after being unanimously amended on Tuesday.
Storms stalls school day
Area students and staff members got a small extension on their weekend, as bitter cold wind chills forced local schools to delay class on Monday morning.
In pursuit of safety
When an attempted traffic stop turns into a high-speed chase, local authorities face a difficult task -- bringing the suspect into custody without endangering civilians and officers.
