McLean County Independent News
Trees dominate board meeting
A forest of tree issues kept Garrison Parks and Rec. officials busy during their regular monthly meeting this past week.
Bit o' blarney
There’s nothin’ like wearin’ a bit o’ the green Sunday. The Benedictine Living Center is hosting it’s St. Patrick’s Day bash, the annual brunch and auction.
County gets $3.6 million in Surge funds for county roads
McLean County has been allocated $3.6 million from the recently passed Surge Bill (SB 2103) in the Legislature, which is good, because there are plenty of roads that are in need of repair.
Surge funds coming
Garrison City Council members received a pleasant surprise Monday night.
Bond vote continues to fester at Max School
A second school bond issue at Max was soundly defeated Feb. 20, but the dust is far from settled.
Garrison board OK’s open enrollment
The Garrison School Board has lifted its freeze on open enrollment.
Syrup on tap
Winter still has its grip on the North Dakota prairie, but that doesn’t mean things are at a standstill at Fort Stevenson State Park south of Garrison.
Framework in place
The skeleton of a comprehensive plan for the City of Garrison is in place. The framework was assembled Monday night at the Garrison Senior Citizens Center.
Brannan announces retirement
A 12-year run as Garrison’s top administrator will come to an end June 30. Superintendent Steve Brannan has announced his retirement. School officials and board members learned of Brannan’s plans this past week.
Garrison bond issue fails
Patrons of the Garrison School District have spoken loud and clear – there will be no $5.9 million worth of construction/remodeling at the high school or elementary school.
