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Snow derails four boxcars
Four rail cars were left splayed in the snow Friday after being unintentionally ejected from snowy tracks near Coal Creek Station.
Posted 1/05/17 (Thu) read more »
Blizzard Bluegrass returns
For the twelfth year in a row, bands from around the country will gather at Bismarck State College to perform a weekend-long Blizzard Bluegrass Festival.
Posted 1/05/17 (Thu) read more »
Top ten stories of 2016
1. Security, engineering blamed for escape - Sept. 22
Posted 12/28/16 (Wed) read more »
Track owner explores changing ordinance
One owner of the debated go-kart track in Washburn approached the city’s Planning and Zoning Board Monday to request information on changing ordinances.
Posted 12/22/16 (Thu) read more »
Weathering the weather
Whether you’re hitting the roads or at home hosting this holiday season, the McLean County Sheriff’s Department says it’s important to be prepared.
Posted 12/22/16 (Thu) read more »
Alzheimer’s, the journey continues: for Luella
Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, is a disease with no known cure.
Posted 12/14/16 (Wed) read more »
‘Welcome to Washburn’ sign planned
A new community sign is currently in the works, with Sales and Use tax money covering $50,000 and Washburn High School funding $10,000 of the cost.
Posted 12/14/16 (Wed) read more »
Winter concert canceled
Three local musicians set to perform with the Missouri River Community Band this week stayed home Tuesday after a storm canceled the Winter concert.
Posted 12/07/16 (Wed) read more »
Weather sets record for snow days
Winter weather gave area students a 6-day break last week, and another day off Tuesday when schools in much of the state canceled due to blizzard conditions.
Posted 12/07/16 (Wed) read more »