Leader-News - News
Sharing comfort
Washburn fourth graders are working to ensure a warm holiday season for those in need.
School hires JLG as engineer
After weighing several options, Washburn Public School awarded the engineering bid for a potential project to JLG.
Foundation shifts focus
At the end of 2018, the focus of the Lewis & Clark Fort Mandan Foundation will officially shift away from Washburn, as a long-anticipated change arrives.
Intake jumps the river
A proposed intake project is moving forward as scheduled, but in a different location than initially planned.
Kitchen project awarded $55,000
After some debate over the need for a public commercial kitchen in Washburn, the city’s Sales Tax and Use committee approved a $55,000 allocation toward the Memorial Building renovation.
WAEDA director salary approved
A second application to fund the WAEDA director’s annual salary with sales tax funds was approved on Monday night in a three-to-two vote.
Disposing with dignity
Washburn-area residents now have a place to retire their flags year-round.
Driver arrested on felony charges
A Minot man was arrested on four felony charges following a high speed chase through McLean County last week.
K&D Services purchased
Come the end of the month, K&D Services of Washburn will be under new ownership.
Hill honored
Fifty-five years ago, amid a nation’s tragedy, Washburn graduate Clint Hill became a symbol of bravery.