McLean County Independent News
Great expectations for 2018 Dickens Festival
As the weather gives way to cooler temperatures, Dickens Village Festival committee is heating up as they begin to finalize plans for this year’s 25th celebration of the annual event.

Garrison recognized with Main Street award
Gov. Doug Burgum today announced Garrison is being recognized with the Main Street Excellence Award for their work on their Main Street. The 2018 Main Street Awards honor communities that show excellence in elevating the three pillars of the Main Street Initiative.
Property taxes take a hike
Property taxes going to Garrison school will increase next year, it was confirmed at a tax levy meeting Sept. 12. The increase will amount to about $16.16 a year on a house valued at $100,000.
Bring on the corn
Aw Shucks! Corn Fest was, as always, a great way to wrap up the Summer and roll into Fall.
Garrison Ambulance expresses concern about service’s future
To build or not to build? And how will the new White Shield Ambulance Service impact the Garrison ambulance’s bottom line and ability to build or thrive in its services?

Rural water district continues to grow at 25 years
Garrison Rural Water District is all grown up. At 25 years old, the district supports 727 meters, has two new reservoir facilities west and east of the city and has three employees.
Voters to be asked to support school
If there was a component missing in the previous school bond elections, it might have been the silent majority.
School building improvements still on the table
“This is not coming from the administration.” That’s the message Supt. Nick Klemisch wanted to make loud and clear when he responded to questions about petitions that are being circulated by community leaders.
CCM fellowship center nearly ready for occupancy
There wasn’t a big clap of thunder or a strike of lightning to announce that Camp of the Cross Fellowship Center is nearly ready for occupancy.
Blue Hill Township: ‘Building’ an education
A township many people may consider no-man’s-land was a bustling place 100 years ago.