McLean County Independent News
School project moves forward
Someone called Garrison Superintendent Steve Brannan last week to offer his services to conduct a bond issue.
Burglary charges filed
Charges have been filed against three Garrison men for their part in a number of break-ins in northwest McLean County and southern Ward County.
Garrison School looking at expansion
It’s time to look to the future. Garrison School is in the midst of a growth spurt. Space is at a premium at both the high school and elementary school.
Authorities closing in on burglary suspects
McLean County authorities say they are close to wrapping up a number of burglary cases in the northern part of the county.
Burglars strike again
Two more Garrison businesses were broken into this past week.
Moratorium on excessive size buildings
The City of Garrison has placed a moratorium on construction of what it calls oversized pole barns or buildings in the city.
Courthouse woes require permanent fix
“It’s the right decision for the future.” Although the words were spoken by Ladd Erickson, McLean County state’s attorney, nobody in the room disagreed.
Oil activity reaches Douglas
Oil activity has reached Douglas. No wells are being drilled in the vicinity, but the community has become the site of a depot that provides specialized ceramic sand to well sites in northwest North Dakota. The facility is located on a rail spur near the former Douglas elevator.
5o years of harvesting history
It’s dubbed the largest steam threshing show in North Dakota. And this year it will be celebrating its 50th anniversary.
Board members take tiny steps toward bond issue
Although almost a million dollars have been spent on improvements to the Garrison schools in the past few years, a committee of board members and faculty made plans Tuesday evening for more projects.
