McLean County Independent News

Scheme impacts elevators
Hunter Hanson caused Brian Larson to lose some sleep last fall. Hunter Hanson is a 21-year-old grain dealer who allegedly bilked Manager Larson and the McClusky Elevator of $768,000.

What a night!
With 150 people in attendance, the third annual Garrison Area Father-Daughter Dance was a success.
Lake to be high
There won’t be a lack of water in Lake Sakakawea this year.
Dollar General moves ahead
It’s nearly a go. Without any hiccups, Dollar General will break ground as early as this summer and be open for business as early as this fall.

Physician battles back from pill addiction
A doctor. Married. Three children. Outwardly happy. For Melanie Weiss, she checked all the boxes.

Korgel says his goodbyes
After 33 years and two weeks, Les Korgel is leaving the McLean County Courthouse.
White Shield surges
What once could be dubbed a sleepy community west of Garrison is now anything but.
Max tries to find sweet spot on finding bus drivers
A few families near Benedict already know there won't be a bus driver pulling into their yards two mornings in April.

Science Fair’s finest
“That’s so cool” was heard more than once throughout the gymnasium.