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Bot Patrol presents at school
Wilton elementary and high schoolers got a first-hand look inside the world of robotics last week, as the school’s local club performed a live demonstration for the student body.
Board reviews project designs
The Washburn School Board got a glimpse Monday of what the school could look like after a major renovation, with rearranged classrooms, a secure checkpoint and an elevator.
WAEDA director resigns
After two and a half years, Washburn’s economic development director is hanging up her hat.
Washburn students raise $14K
Washburn elementary students raised over $14,000 this year for the American Heart Association, and celebrated the feat with five rolls of duct tape.
Alternative meat bill moves forward
A bill mandating lab-grown meat in North Dakota be labeled clearly will move to a second reading after being unanimously amended on Tuesday.
Storms stalls school day
Area students and staff members got a small extension on their weekend, as bitter cold wind chills forced local schools to delay class on Monday morning.
In pursuit of safety
When an attempted traffic stop turns into a high-speed chase, local authorities face a difficult task -- bringing the suspect into custody without endangering civilians and officers.
Losing the weight, finding herself
The Legislature and education
School administrators are watching this year’s legislative session with a cautious eye as bills over religion and firearms in the classroom are considered.
Olson named tournament director
A Washburn business owner has been tapped to take the lead on North Dakota’s AIM weekend Walleye Series.