McLean County Independent News
County school enrollments on upswing
Schools in McLean County, as well as McClusky and Lewis and Clark North Shore (Makoti and Plaza), are bucking the trend of declining enrollments around the state.
Plan A – keep the family together
Bump! The bump, not audible, is an increase in the number of students attending school in Garrison.
Sakakawea RV expanding
It’s no secret that the housing situation in the area is tight. Due to limited housing options, Sakakawea RV Park, just south of Garrison, is in the midst of an expansion project.
Enrollment grows
When the Garrison School opens its doors for a new year on Monday, it will see an influx of new students – to the tune of nearly 50.
School bond issue imminent
It’s full steam ahead on school building improvements that for the time being won’t cost the taxpayers anything extra. But that’s just until a bond issue can get a pass from the voters.
BLFG to hear 2nd proposal for community foundation
A second proposal to affiliate a community foundation in Garrison with a larger non-profit 501(c)3 organization in the state was scheduled to be submitted at a public meeting of Better Living for Garrison, Inc., on Wednesday of this week.
EPA approves permit for Makoti refinery
The Environmental Protection Agency has approved a key permit for the proposed petroleum refinery on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation near Makoti.
Ice rink won’t be built by pool
Among the first orders of business during Monday’s Garrison City Council meeting was an unsuccessful attempt by park board members to have a recent council decision reversed.
Plans revealed for business expansion
The face of Max’s business district changed last week when the Max Cafe building was moved to the east end of Main Street.
Principal hired
Third time’s the charm, the Garrison school board found Monday evening. Jim Upgren, 34, of Coon Rapids, Minn. was hired Monday as the new junior high/high school principal.
