Leader-News - News
‘Bluegrass Goes Pink’ does it again
Bluegrass Goes Pink filled Cross Ranch State Park with harmony and bluegrass fans last Saturday.
Washburn debates test exemption
Washburn teachers and school board members discussed pros and cons to several test- exemption policy options at a recent meeting.
Residents ‘Gotta catch ‘em all’
A new digital pastime has hit Washburn adults with a wave of nostalgia.
Petition drafted to remove mayor
A petition to remove the mayor of Washburn has started to circulate town recently.
Navigating nature
Children and adults gathered at Audubon Refuge near Coleharbor recently to get a little more in touch with nature and master some new trades.
Eliminate email?
After one commissioner decided recently against using emails for city business, the Washburn City Commission is discussing how to proceed with correspondence.
Sheriff’s office recognized
The McLean County Sheriff’s office is receiving some extra praise after one officer was recognized in an online post recently.
City weighs accessibility issue
The Washburn City Commission is taking a look at options to make the family fishing pier in town handicap accessible.
Auditor reappointed
Washburn’s city auditor has been approved for another four-year term, but not before citizens voiced some misgivings about the commissioners fighting the reappointment.
Zimmerman makes statement
Auditor Zimmerman asked if she could speak on her behalf before the city included here.
