McLean County Independent News
‘Gifts’ seeks flood names
Gifts from the Heart and the Giving Tree benefit local residents in need.
Organized crime taking foothold
Young Luke Skywalker, the hero of the Star Wars saga, had his demons to face and, in the end, he prevailed over the forces of the dark side.
Road issues continue to resurface
One of the main topics of concern during Monday’s McLean County Commission meeting can be summed up in a single word – roads.
Murder suspect is arrested in Garrison
A suspect wanted for the murder of his live-in girlfriend in South Sioux City, Neb., was arrested by McLean County authorities in Garrison Monday.
Proposal to build motel gets cold shoulder in Max
During a special meeting of the Max City Council, Russell Titus, Minot, said he would like to bring a new business to Max.
City’s park board members resign
The shoe has dropped. All five members of the Garrison Park Board have resigned. The decision was made by board members at their meeting Oct. 12.
Redistrict plan splits Garrison, Max
Carved up like a Thanksgiving turkey. That’s what McLean County could look like in regard to the latest proposed legislative redistricting lines for District 4 and District 8.
Fall ritual
Tranquility. A babbling brook in the quiet of a calm, clear, crisp fall day. In the brook swim dozens, no, hundreds of Chinook salmon, fighting, struggling to swim upstream against the strong current.
Need lodging? Book ahead!
Unless visitors to the area are keen on the idea of sleeping in their vehicles, they best call ahead for reservations. Even then, there’s no assurance accommodations will be available.
City paves way for more street funding
It’s time to keep the streets in Garrison top priority. That’s why Garrison City council members decided Monday night to increase the amount budgeted for street repairs in the general fund from $52,000 to $77,000 – an increase of $25,000, or a jump of about 32 percent.
