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Korgel: Washburn residents letting properties go
The list of delinquent taxpayers in McLean County is expected to grow significantly in the next several years, with Washburn residents reporting that they will be letting their properties go to collections.
Painted Woods gets $25,000
Painted Woods Golf Course is getting some assistance from Washburn sales tax money, receiving $25,000 in economic development funds in order to launch a new marketing campaign and bridge gaps in everyday operations.
Filling the gaps
The Washburn City Commission is putting a temporary -- and expensive -- bandage on its staffing issue, covering the city office with temporary help as it seeks a new auditor and receptionist.
Jacobson next Athletic Director
The Washburn Public School board announced the selection of its next athletic director during Monday’s meeting.
Zimmerman resigns as auditor
The Washburn City Commission called a special meeting early Monday morning in response to a second letter of resignation out of the city office in just over a week.
Washburn sign to be replaced
The days are numbered for Washburn’s community sign, as WAEDA reports the main panel of the structure will likely be removed and replaced with a smaller version in order to reach compliance with state regulations.
Weighing open enrollment
With the Center-Stanton school board reporting a large number of district students becoming Cardinals and deciding to take action this month, Washburn Public School addressed the growing concern and frustration regarding open enrollment.
City looks to go digital
With more services going online, the Wilton City Commission is looking into adding a new option for its utility bill statements for residents.
‘Purse-a-Palooza’
A fundraiser being held in Washburn next month is aiming to provide funding for the county’s new resource center building.
Weeda named transmission authority director
The former Director of North Dakota Generation at Great River Energy will get a chance to work with the company once again as he takes on a new role as the director of Transmission Authority for the state.
