McLean County Independent News
Rations are low, crew is disgruntled
The year is 1495. You’ve spent another week at sea. The captain reports the ship is making 70 to 80 miles a day, but think it’s closer to 90.
School presses forward for legislative action
“I continue to pursue options on our buildings.” That was the word from Nick Klemisch, Garrison superintendent, speaking to the school board Dec. 20.
Like a well-oiled machine
The carts rolled up and down the rows of food tables like clockwork.
Businesses wary of big box addition
Velva city officials rejected the sale of 1.4 acres of land for $100,000 when they learned a Dollar General was the new business.
Zoning, annexation next steps
It’s full steam ahead for Dollar General’s plans to come to Garrison.
Theft from Dickens in the limelight 11 years later
The 25-year-old Dickens Village Festival hasn’t always been gingerbread and glad tidings.
Service recognizes loved ones
Gone but not forgotten. That's why the Angel of Hope Memorial will be having a program Thursday (today) at 7:30 p.m. at the south side of Wilderness Park.
Dollar General eyes Garrison
Dollar General has its sites on Garrison. The city's planning and zoning commission will consider the company's interest at a meeting Monday at 5 p.m. at City Hall.
Super: legacy fund source
Where there’s a will, there’s a way. Or at least that’s what Nick Klemisch, Garrison superintendent, is hoping.
Dickens By the Numbers
BIG. That is one way to describe the first weekend of the 25th annual Dickens Village Festival. The coming Friday and Saturday’s events promise to bring in large crowds.
