Leader-News - News
Historic weather observation site active one again
One of the oldest weather recording sites in the state will be back on the map this week, as the National Weather Service has approved reactivation of Washburn’s historic observation station.
Sign to be whittled down
In order to meet size requirements that would allow community messages to once again be shown, Washburn’s digital sign will be getting an square-footage reducing facelift.
Coal Country students visit GRE
Over 80 local high school students traveled to area coal facilities last week to learn about the lignite industry, technology and working as a team.
Special election board members appointed
A special election board was formed during Monday’s Washburn City Commission meeting, with four local individuals appointed to their temporary roles.
A safe haven
When Sherry Grey received a call on Nov. 18 about a rescue dog being taken from an abusive home, she knew she needed to help.
Facility improvements prioritized
Playground improvements and structural repairs landed largely at the top of a list of possible projects that school board members ranked by importance before last week’s retreat last week.
Washburn selected as pilot city
A list of needs, wants and goals developed over the last year may start to take shape soon, as Washburn delves into a new pilot program aimed at increasing residents’ quality of life.
Washburn sign permit denied
Paid sponsorship panels can stay in place, but electronic messages must only advertise school events, the Department of Transportation said this week of Washburn’s digital communication sign.
Choosing health
Providing healthy options that are easily accessible — that’s the idea behind Great River Energy’s new micro mart, which provides fresh salads and nutritious snacks to plant employees.
School approves purchase of two scoreboards
Spectators at Washburn sporting events in 2018 will be able to keep better track of game progression, as new football and softball scoreboards were approved last week.
