Leader-News - News
Projected profits show corn down, soybeans up
Despite prices for soybeans declining, returns are expected to be up in 2019, according to the North Dakota State University Extension.
Sharing comfort
Washburn fourth graders are working to ensure a warm holiday season for those in need.
School hires JLG as engineer
After weighing several options, Washburn Public School awarded the engineering bid for a potential project to JLG.
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.
Intake jumps the river
A proposed intake project is moving forward as scheduled, but in a different location than initially planned.
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.
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.
Disposing with dignity
Washburn-area residents now have a place to retire their flags year-round.
Driver arrested on felony charges
A Minot man was arrested on four felony charges following a high speed chase through McLean County last week.
K&D Services purchased
Come the end of the month, K&D Services of Washburn will be under new ownership.