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.

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.

Science Fair’s finest
“That’s so cool” was heard more than once throughout the gymnasium.

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.

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.
Zoning hearing scheduled
Wonder no more. Dollar General is inching forward on building east of McLean Electric Cooperative.

All hands on deck
Undercover detectives head to 6-Mile Corner to meet a drug dealer. A scuffle ensues and two shots are fired, one into the chest of an officer.