McLean County Independent News
Dollar General moves ahead
It’s nearly a go. Without any hiccups, Dollar General will break ground as early as this summer and be open for business as early as this fall.
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Physician battles back from pill addiction
A doctor. Married. Three children. Outwardly happy. For Melanie Weiss, she checked all the boxes.
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Korgel says his goodbyes
After 33 years and two weeks, Les Korgel is leaving the McLean County Courthouse.
White Shield surges
What once could be dubbed a sleepy community west of Garrison is now anything but.
Max tries to find sweet spot on finding bus drivers
A few families near Benedict already know there won't be a bus driver pulling into their yards two mornings in April.
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Science Fair’s finest
“That’s so cool” was heard more than once throughout the gymnasium.
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Deputy Dave
School resource officer steps up in new role Deputy Dave might sound like the name of a cartoon character or even a super hero.
Picture this
Diana Bertrand is still unpacking boxes after moving to Garrison in July. The family car sits outside waiting for a remodeling project to be completed.
Zoning hearing scheduled
Wonder no more. Dollar General is inching forward on building east of McLean Electric Cooperative.
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Galactix take first in Minneapolis
The Garrison High School Galactix dance team finished their season with a won while at trip to Minneapolis, Minn. to compete. The Americup Dance competition was Feb. 21-24.