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Foundation shifts focus
At the end of 2018, the focus of the Lewis & Clark Fort Mandan Foundation will officially shift away from Washburn, as a long-anticipated change arrives.

Kitchen project awarded $55,000
After some debate over the need for a public commercial kitchen in Washburn, the city’s Sales Tax and Use committee approved a $55,000 allocation toward the Memorial Building renovation.
WAEDA director salary approved
A second application to fund the WAEDA director’s annual salary with sales tax funds was approved on Monday night in a three-to-two vote.
Driver arrested on felony charges
A Minot man was arrested on four felony charges following a high speed chase through McLean County last week.

Disposing with dignity
Washburn-area residents now have a place to retire their flags year-round.

Hill honored
Fifty-five years ago, amid a nation’s tragedy, Washburn graduate Clint Hill became a symbol of bravery.
K&D Services purchased
Come the end of the month, K&D Services of Washburn will be under new ownership.

New clothing outlet opens
For the first time in the better part of a decade, there is a clothing pantry back in Washburn.
No decision on new wind rules
County representatives and landowners played tug of war during a public hearing last week, when they attempted to determine how much or how little to regulate wind farms.

Miners close season at regionals
The Miners played the last game of their 2018 season on Monday night, falling to Garrison-Max in the first round of the Region 5 tournament.