McLean County Independent News
McLean County Chief deputy named
Veteran McLean County Deputy Richard Johnson has been named the county’s new chief deputy sheriff.
Singin' about the lake
A poet and songwriter in Texas who never fished Lake Sakakawea wrote a song about it. The tune, aptly called "Lake Sakakawea," tells the story of forsaking all other activities to fish the lake.
Californians celebrate 50th at Dickens Village
What do two Californians celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary do to observe the milestone?
Water tower gets an ‘aye’
The City of Garrison gave a thumbs up Monday to move ahead with plans to construct a new 400,000-gallon above ground water storage facility. But an accompanying infrastructure proposal was given a thumbs down.
Rural home burglarized
McLean County authorities continue to search for leads into who is responsible for breaking into a rural Garrison home this past Friday.
Dickens first weekend has arrived
While the Dickens Festival may be celebrating its 21st anniversary and events are planned for three weeks, there are certain events occurring the first weekend only.
Queen Elizabus fixed and running again for Dickens
Since last Thanksgiving, the Dickens Festival’s main attraction, a cherry red, double-decker British bus going by the name "Queen Elizabus," has been immobile and sitting in a barn on display in Garrison.
Bond issue not dead
The wheels have begun turning to have another bond election – soon.
It's official: Bond election fails
Supporters of a bond election for Garrison school improvement and expansion projects hoped the third time would be a charm.
A salute to heroes
Twenty years ago, when Jason Matthews was still in high school at Garrison, America was enjoying unprecedented peace and prosperity.
