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Weathering the weather
For area farmers, the end of the 2018 harvest means counting losses and hoping for smoother sailing next year.
Veteran events set for Friday, Saturday
A plethora of local celebrations have been set in honor of Veterans Day and the 100th anniversary of the American Legion.

Implement under new ownership
Washburn’s implement has new owners, a new name and a new mission.
Gardner wins state photo contest
A Washburn woman is being recognized for her photography skills after winning the recreation and adventure portion of a statewide photo competition.

Down, but not out
When Callie Strasheim was pregnant with her second child, she remembers thinking that the pregnancy felt different.
Wilton gets ball rolling
Over 30 school representatives, parents and community members gathered in Wilton’s gym Friday to start etching out a plan for future Miner alumni.
Civic Club evaluating options
A plea for help sent out by Civic Club last month seemed to yield results, as the group saw a dramatic boost in attendance at Tuesday’s meeting.

Washburn native to receive Rough Rider Award
A Washburn native and former retired U.S. Secret Service agent is set to become the 44th recipient of the North Dakota Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider Award.
Visitors from the past
The ointments and powders making up his medical supplies were hand-ground and mixed, according to historic recipes.

Anniversary on Main Avenue
Throughout the years, Washburn’s Main Avenue has seen a variety of changes, yet one business has remained constant.