Central McLean News-Journal - News
Local schools – students’ safety is priority
The tragedy that unfolded at the Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida last Wednesday has embroiled the country in debates about gun control, mental illness and bullying in schools.
Derby draws cold hardy crowd
The fishing derby in Turtle Lake drew an enthusiastic crowd despite cold weather on February 10.
Deciding on dog numbers – it’s ‘ruff’
The Underwood City Commission spent much of Monday night’s meeting discussing how tight the reins need to be on the city’s ordinances regarding pets.
Chamber holding logo and slogan competition
The Turtle Lake Chamber of Progress reviewed its plans for 2018 according to the past year’s schedule at their February 6 meeting.
Times are changing
The band Acoustic Harmony has made a pretty good name for itself in and around McLean County in the past several years – but times are changing.
Zoning board wants permits
Underwood’s planning and zoning board members are tackling some of the city’s ordinances that have been left too open-ended for too long, prompting more questions than answering them as folks have moved into the area, made improvements to their homes, and opened businesses.
EDC takes budget cuts
The city commission slashed the Underwood Area Economic Development Corporation’s budget by a little more than $19,000, but voted to keep Wendy Spencer on in her position as economic developer, approving a UAEDC 2018 budget of $39,600.
Fifth Quarter – time for fun ‘n games
Social media – it can be downright anti-social, with everyone sitting with their heads buried in their phones.
Opponent turned supporter
Four years ago, Curt Olson put his name on the ballot as a candidate for county sheriff.
Turtle Lake renews contract
The city of Turtle Lake has renewed its police contract with the McLean County Sheriff’s Department.
