Leader-News - News
Making strides
It’s only been about 14 months since McLean County Sheriff J.R. Kerzmann took over the position, but big changes have already taken place - jail income is up, a new chain of command and schedule are in use and morale is through the roof.
20th annual Dinner & Dance
For the twentieth year in a row, the Washburn Dollars for Scholars board is putting on a Dinner and Dance for the community, allowing attendees to slip into the world of "Gone With The Wind" in a night of themed food, decor and entertainment.
Jumping for joy
Washburn elementary and middle school students gathered in the Olde Gym last Friday afternoon...
Students complete course
Washburn seniors celebrated another step in their education with a certificate presentation and pizza party last Wednesday, after completing the Everfi Financial Literacy program under Farmers Security Bank.
‘Just me and my dogs’
Even at a young age, Jim Ryder knew he wanted to be a musher, or dog sledder, if you will.
Calm amid chaos
Ten monitors sit in front of her, another three behind her.
County opts to lease motorgraders
Butler Machinery will provide three motorgraders as McLean County goes from owning to leasing.
Under the flashing lights
It’s a few minutes before 6 p.m. and McLean County Deputy Sheriff Corporal Justin Krohmer looks at the clock and says, "Time to go."
Speech team preps for meet
Fresh off of a successful competition last month, the Cardinals speech team is looking forward to showing off their stuff at the Washburn Speech Invitational this weekend.