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For the first time, the Billings Symphony Orchestra performed in Sidney at the Anderson Pavilion in Veteran’s Memorial Park. On Friday, July 8 it’s estimated that between 500 and 700 people were in attendance for the free concert and approximately 30 to 40 hotel rooms were rented to over-night guests. Performing Symphony in the Park, which has drawn crowds to Billings, MT for 44 years, the concert was an expansion of the Sunrise Festival of the Arts. The symphony got kids involved by inviting hi...
On July 13, Senator Jon Tester addressed several issues, the first being the fire season in Montana that has expanded earlier into the spring and later into the fall. Fighting fires consumed more than 50% of the Forest Service’s budget last year vs 16% 20 years ago, and the cost is only expected to rise. “We need to change the way we pay for firefighting,” Tester stated. The Senator announced his Western Wildlife Initiative, which is three bills designed to aid Montana during fire seaso...
One of my favorite things to do during the summer is to take family bike rides. Really this has included mostly pushing a stroller or walking a dog for me, but that's perfectly fine because the convenience of our local Sherry Arnold walking/bike path lends itself to all of the above. About five years ago our family was looking for something to replace our winter-time game night and so we began taking our kids and dog to the walking path. We had recently moved alongside Hwy 16 and no longer had...
Be sure and visit Fairview, MT for their Old Timer’s Reunion and Summer Festival July 15th, 16th, and 17th. Buttons honoring Dick Shannon will be available for $2.00 Friday and Saturday in Sharbono Park where visitors can sign in, and spend some time visiting. Those with a festival button will get free admittance to Ft. Union and Fort Buford all three days, and lunch in the park on Saturday. Stop by the park from 5:00pm until 7:00pm for the registration of Old Timers and have hamburgers with t...
At Sidney’s City Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 5th, Resolution 3725 was approved increasing the hourly wage of city employees by 1.6% for fiscal year 2017. It was also decided that the city clerk would be a salary position, rather than an hourly as it has been in the past. Having a time clock at City Hall was also approved by council members, which will be utilized by in-office staff only. A tentative meeting was discussed for August 22nd when all necessary people are available to approve t...
Long-time Fairview resident Dick Shannon will be featured on this year's Old Timer's Reunion button. Richard Shannon was born in 1937 and grew up in Alexander, ND to parents E.D. and Hildegard Shannon with his two sisters. Shannon has been farming and ranching his entire life and learned a lot from his dad who was the unofficial community veterinarian. Soon, Shannon began working as a ranch hand himself. Dick, his wife Carol, and their young sons had been living in Sidney until 1958 when a frien...
There are plenty of the fun things to do during the Fairview Old Timer's Reunion and Summer Festival, July 15th, 16th, and 17th, and the car show is one of the many events festival goers won't want to miss. On Saturday from 10:00am – 2:00pm the car show will be held across the street from Sharbono Part (to the west) and you will find a myriad of trucks, cars, motorcycles, and classics of all eras. Gene Trudell, owner of Hot Wheels Maintenance Shop and Fairview native, has been in charge of o...
Everyone will be saying, "Rubber ducky, you're the one!" at this year's Duck Race during the Fairview Old Timer's Reunion and Summer Festival. Ducks will be dropped in the water on Saturday at 4:00pm from the canal bridge on County Road 134, and ticket holders will wait in anticipation to see who walks away with the $2,000 1st prize, $1,000 2nd prize, and $500 3rd prize. And of course, the $50 prize awarded to the tough-luck duck, the last to be pulled from the canal. This is the 12th year that...
Take part in the 2016 Sunrise Festival of the Arts; this celebration of the arts has expanded to include three days of creative expression and free entertainment all conveniently located at Veterans Memorial Park in downtown Sidney! Thursday, July 7 Montana’s Shakespeare in the Parks will be wowing audiences with their talents, performing Richard the III at 6 p.m. For the first time ever, the Billings Symphony Orchestra will be performing their highly anticipated Symphony in the Park concert r...
Don’t miss your chance to see agriculture up close! Whether you’re a farmer, landscaper, or flower and vegetable gardener, there is something for you during the Williston Research and Extension Center Field Days, July 14 and 15. The Dry Land Field Day on will be on Thursday, July 14 located at the Extension Center, 14120 Hwy 2, Williston, ND. The day will begin at 8:30 a.m. central time, with coffee and rolls; Director of North Dakota State University Extension Service (NDSU) Chris Boerboom will...
Diverse crop rotations are not a new concept, but their benefits are being rediscovered. Dr. Audrey Kalil, Plant Pathologist at the Williston Research Extension Center and Dr. Don Tanaka, retired USDA-Agricultural Research Service Soil Scientist will be speaking on various benefits of diverse crop rotations at the NDSU- Williston Research Extension Center’s Dry Land Field Day on Thursday, July 14. Kalil’s presentation will focus on research investigating diverse crop rotation’s ability to manag...
Don't miss your chance to see agriculture up close! Whether you're a farmer, landscaper, or flower and vegetable gardener, there is something for you during the Williston Research and Extension Center Field Days, July 14th and 15th. The Dry Land Field Day will be on Thursday, July 14th located at the Extension Center, 14120 Hwy 2, Williston, ND. The day will begin at 8:30am central time, with coffee and rolls; Director of North Dakota State University Extension Service (NDSU) Chris Boerboom...
Diverse crop rotations are not a new concept, but their benefits are being rediscovered. Dr. Audrey Kalil, Plant Pathologist at the Williston Research Extension Center and Dr. Don Tanaka, retired USDA-Agricultural Research Service Soil Scientist will be speaking on various benefits of diverse crop rotations at the NDSU- Williston Research Extension Center’s Dry Land Field Day on Thursday, July 14th. Kalil’s presentation will focus on research investigating diverse crop rotation’s ability to mana...
Eight seconds doesn’t seem like that long… unless you’re on the back of a 2,000-pound bull that’s intent on making you fly! Saddle up for Eastern Montana’s Bull Blowout Friday, June 24, and Saturday, June 25, at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Feel the thrill as you watch what PBR refers to as “America’s original extreme sport.” Up-and-coming riders are paired with some of the toughest bulls around for a chance to qualify in the Built Ford Tough World Finals in Las Vegas, Nev., and a chance to...
The Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) was formed in January of 2013 when Sidney hotels decided to implement a $1.50/night tax on every occupied hotel room. Proponents recognized that the generated funds could be put back into the community by individuals and organizations that want to see Sidney thrive as a visitor center. With so many amenities, it is only appropriate that Sidney should be hosting business and agricultural conventions, sports tournaments, festivals, and so much...
The Sidney ARS and MSU Extension Dryland Field Day will be held Friday, June 24, from 9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., with lunch provided courtesy of the Richland County Extension Office. The day will begin at the EARC farm site located 4.4 miles north of Sidney off MT Hwy 16; the turnoff is across from Hi-Line Trucking and in the event of rain, the location will be at the Richland County Extension Conference Room, located at 1501 N. Central Ave. EARC stops include a Weed Identification Exercise...
On Thursday, June 23, the Froid Research Farm Field Day is at 1 p.m. The Froid Research Farm is located 8 miles north of Culbertson on MT Hwy 16 and private application points are available for those in attendance. Topics and demonstrations include a Field Soil Sampling demonstration given by Roosevelt County Extension Agent Jeff Chilson out of Culbertson, Marestail ID and Control presented by Richland County Extension agent Tim Fine out of Sidney, Common Vetch in Lentils presented by Daniels...
In a fast-paced society, slowing down and reminiscing can be an overlooked past-time. But every so often we have a reason to do exactly that and if you are getting together for a 50-year class reunion, or celebrating 50 years of anything, really, here are a few forgotten facts to entertain you. In 1966 Lyndon B. Johnson was president of the United States and signed the Freedom of Information Act in October; who could've guessed the magnitude that would have years later! All across the nation,...
If you're in the Sidney and Fairview area, don't be surprised to see flying saucers down by the Yellowstone River this summer. Little green men? No! Disc golf! Both Sundheim Park, located 4 miles east of Fairview, and Richland Park, about 5 miles north of Sidney, are home to disc golf courses that are open to everyone at no cost. In fact, disc golf is one of the most budget-friendly, family-friendly sports around. Starting from scratch, the equipment investment is $12 - $17 for a mid-range drivi...
Last summer I planned a trip to neighboring North Dakota and honestly felt a bit ashamed of myself for not having an adventure in this legendary state sooner. Better late than never I suppose, but I can say it was one of our best vacations and we will be returning to do some camping this summer. We spent part of our first day in Medora, checking out the unique little tourist town, filling up on delicious food, and doing a little shopping. This is home to the well-known Medora Musical and...
For more than 100 years, Richland County has been fortunate to have dedicated individuals who are willing to sacrifice their time and safety as volunteer firefighters. Because the county operates with a volunteer fire department, the city and county can invest money into fire equipment; there are currently two full-time city trucks, one truck that serves both the city and the county, and seven county firetrucks. During the last three years, the fire department has been fundraising toward a goal...
The MonDak Heritage Center will be saying farewell to their Executive Director, Kim Simmonds, on June 17; Simmonds has been a part of the Heritage Center for nearly two years, having moved to Sidney with her husband's job in the oilfield. "I've learned a lot in the time I've been here," she commented. "I was able to bring changes to the MonDak Heritage Center, and I'm excited to see how the organization continues to grow in the future. I'm leaving it in good hands with Jessica Newman. She's the...
Sundheim Park is always one of my top recommendations to people looking to spend some time outdoors. Having grown up in the area, the Fairview Bridge was enchanting to me in my teenage years because of its enormity and preserved state. Back in those days, you had to go tie hopping and I distinctly remember the rush as I crossed the entire 1,320' expanse; 100' above the water, my heart would start pounding being so high up, but I would make myself stop and look around at how small everything...
The Foundation for Community Care welcomes Heather Cotter as its new community engagement coordinator. Cotter began her position May 16 and will spend her time reaching out to the community and keeping people informed about who is involved with the foundation and what they do through social media. Additionally, she will be out in the public, meeting people, helping out with events, and reaching out to different groups in the community. Her position focuses on diversifying donors and volunteers,...
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Patti Iversen is celebrating 40 years of nursing at the Sidney Health Center (SHC). She began her career in May of 1976, when SHC was still the Community Memorial Hospital, following her graduation from Montana State University Northern's Department of Nursing program in Havre. Iversen moved to Sidney with her then-fiancé, now-husband and Sidney native, Bill Iversen. Starting out, a core-group of nurses gave her and several other nurses who still work at the...
