Leader-News - News
Board approves project bids
The Washburn School board has approved bids for two separate concrete project bids to be completed around the school this summer.
Behind the barbed wire
As turmoil around the Dakota Access Pipeline slowly subsides, local EMTs are sharing their stories from inside the law enforcement camp south of Mandan.
Getting a grip on tourniquets
“You’re the first responder. You’re their lifeline.”
Radio tower to be repaired
A bullet hole discovered in an Underwood radio tower is set to be repaired in the near future, along with an antenna that was blown off during the winter.
83 Express under new ownership
One multi-purpose Washburn destination has a new face behind it after owners handed over keys to the gas station and connected flower and coffee shop last week.
Board mulls Wilton-Wing prom
As planning for this year’s prom gets into full swing, the Wilton School Board turned to students for feedback on the event they share with Wing.
School looks to improve math scores
Last year’s Washburn third graders averaged about 3 points below the NWEA average for math testing, but that gap has widened this year, causing some concern.
City drafting letter to representatives
As a sign of support, the Washburn City Commission is drafting a letter to representatives urging funding for the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center.
Ammo donated to Sheriff’s off.
In an effort to show his continued support for local law enforcement, a Garrison man donated over a thousand rounds of ammunition last week.
Sanford: ‘Listen to the people’
North Dakota Lieutenant Governor Brent Sanford spoke at the annual WAEDA meeting this week, promoting the use of community surveys to help build on the strengths of the community.
