McLean County Independent News
Cracking down on crime
McLean County will have to dig into its own pocket to help pay the salaries of two new law enforcement officers after county commissioners approved advertising for two full-time deputies.
New computer business offers variety of services
Garrison Computer Solution, a new business, opened its doors Oct. 4. The business is owned and operated by two long-time friends who have extensive computer experience.
SAVE water towers?
Could Garrison’s trademark twin water towers be historical enough to be preserved? The city council learned Monday night that the state Historical Society would like to take a closer look at the two storage tanks before any work is done on a new above ground water storage facility.
Hospital project endorsed
It was the late 1940s. Seeing a need to provide healthcare services to a growing Garrison community, area citizens joined forces to make that dream become a reality.
BLFG meeting agenda includes dinner, laughs
Area residents who are (or will become) members of Better Living for Garrison, can look forward to a fun-filled annual meeting Sunday evening.
Arikara Center opens
After several years of planning and construction, a unique building is open in White Shield.
Makoti’s Rensch Garage to close
Three and a half years ago, Brian and Melissa Rensch had a dream. The birth of Jack and Sam, twin sons, brought a possibility that a fourth generation of Rensch "men" might someday operate Rensch Garage in Makoti.
State weighs in on proposed land transfer
"Whiskey is for drinking, water for fighting." Those were the words of an observer at a state committee hearing Oct. 16 where testimony focused on land around Lake Sakakawea and Lake Oahe in North Dakota.
Towering question: Council mulls location
The location for Garrison’s proposed new water tower has been narrowed to three.
Unofficial results: Bond Issue fails
Tuesday evening, after the polls had closed for the evening, Garrison School Board members gathered to hear the results of a $5 million bond election.
