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New clothing outlet opens
For the first time in the better part of a decade, there is a clothing pantry back in Washburn.
No decision on new wind rules
County representatives and landowners played tug of war during a public hearing last week, when they attempted to determine how much or how little to regulate wind farms.

Miners close season at regionals
The Miners played the last game of their 2018 season on Monday night, falling to Garrison-Max in the first round of the Region 5 tournament.

Weathering the weather
For area farmers, the end of the 2018 harvest means counting losses and hoping for smoother sailing next year.
Veteran events set for Friday, Saturday
A plethora of local celebrations have been set in honor of Veterans Day and the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

Implement under new ownership
Washburn’s implement has new owners, a new name and a new mission.
Gardner wins state photo contest
A Washburn woman is being recognized for her photography skills after winning the recreation and adventure portion of a statewide photo competition.

Down, but not out
When Callie Strasheim was pregnant with her second child, she remembers thinking that the pregnancy felt different.
Wilton gets ball rolling
Over 30 school representatives, parents and community members gathered in Wilton’s gym Friday to start etching out a plan for future Miner alumni.
Civic Club evaluating options
A plea for help sent out by Civic Club last month seemed to yield results, as the group saw a dramatic boost in attendance at Tuesday’s meeting.