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Buchmann announces PSC run
Bringing the public back into the Public Service Commission - that’s Casey Buchmann’s goal, and his campaign slogan as he plans his 2018 candidacy.
McLean County institutes burn ban
Facing some drier-than-normal conditions in the area, McLean County Commissioners have decided to take preventative action, instituting a burn ban and fire emergency declaration.
A wild ride
Hundreds of attendees braved sun, wind and bucking bulls for this year’s annual Riverboat Days celebration, which boasted big numbers for both returning and first-time events.
City weighs wifi, security updates
Washburn City Commissioners debated adding wifi to the Memorial Building and upgrading security at City Hall during Monday’s meeting.
Carving out history
“This is how they did it,” he says, as he swings the ax downward, skimming off a layer of wood and raising the sole of his boot as the blade comes to a stop near his heel.
Washburn airport receives $168K
The Washburn Municipal Airport is one step closer to seeing some improvements after receiving a grant from the Department of Transportation.
State takes over endowment
A nearly $700,000 endowment for the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center is now in the hands of the State after the Foundation gave up control of it last week.
‘Washburn has not forgotten’
Three hundred and forty names were read aloud Monday, filling the silence, echoing through the hall and the hearts of those seated inside of it.
Money OK’d for repairs, improvements
The Washburn City Commission approved a little over $125,000 at Monday’s meeting for repairs and improvements throughout the city.
Oil, gas output shows slight drop
Oil and natural gas production in the county was down for March. That’s the word from McLean County Auditor Les Korgel. Still, county officials expect a productive year.
