McLean County Independent News
First festival weekend called ‘great’
In terms of days, it’s three down, four to go.
Teachers, board remain at stalemate
If there were an endurance test, both teachers and the Garrison school board would sweep it.
Living with Alzheimer’s
Elaine Noon doesn’t read any books about Alzheimer’s. She doesn’t need to, she’s living with it.
Welcome to the Dickens Festival
Even though there’s no snow on the ground doesn’t mean one can’t get into the Christmas spirit.
‘Impasse has no end in sight’
Garrison School Board members won’t settle with teachers on this year’s contract for fear that they’ll be sued.
Closed lunch hour serves up some frustration
A solution is imminent that could ease the situation regarding a closed noon hour at Garrison High School.
Marina poised to provide lifetime of fun
The Garrison Bay Marina is now complete. Work concluded on the new facility on the west side of Fort Stevenson State Park about six weeks ago.
Request for increased federal disaster aid OK’d
Gov. John Hoeven announced this past Friday that President Obama has approved the state’s request for the federal government to reimburse 90 percent of the eligible costs for public emergency measures, debris removal, and repair of publicly owned infrastructure damaged by the severe storms and flooding last spring.
City picks Ellison
The Garrison City Council talked a little trash Monday night, and who should provide residential garbage service to the community for the next three years.
Council moves on redy-mix plant
Garrison city officials put bringing a redy-mix plant to Garrison on the fast track Monday night.
