Sorted by date Results 76 - 100 of 201
On Thursday, March 12, Governor Steve Bullock declared a state of emergency in Montana. “The emergency order puts our state on the highest alert — recognizing, though, that now still is the time to continue to plan, not panic,” Bullock said in a news conference. The Health Department is recommending that people begin practicing social distancing. Social distancing is a prevention effort where community members physically separate from each other to prevent or slow the spread of disease. It has been shown that social distancing in the early...
There is no recommendation at this time that those returning from domestic travel need to stay home upon return. Those who have traveled should monitor their health for the 14 days following their return. This means taking their temperature, and being alert for any other symptoms of COVID-19 including a cough or difficulty breathing. If the person develops symptoms during that time, they should contact the Health Department Information Line at 406-433-6947, and stay home until they receive additional instructions. If the person is sick enough...
Brett Young, with special guest the Bellamy Brothers, will entertain at Richland County Fair & Rodeo concert on Aug. 8. Brett Young released his first self-titled debut album in 2017, which quickly reached platinum certification and dominated the Top 20 Country Albums chart for 37 weeks. Young's second album, "Ticket To LA," hit number one on its release in late 2018. Young's successes include his five-time platinum hit "In Case You Didn't Know", two-time platinum song "Mercy", and platinum cert...
The Richland County Republican Central Committee held a public meeting to discuss proposed resolutions regarding abortion and 2nd Amendment rights on Monday, Jan. 20. The group requested that Richland County elected officials commit their support to upholding typical conservative views on abortion and gun rights. The group proposed Richland County be declared a "Sanctuary for Preborn Children", citing the "inalienable right to life and the inherent dignity of all innocent human beings at every...
The end of 2019 brought several new rules regarding the sale of tobacco and electronic cigarettes. Unfortunately, it leaves all of us-health departments, retailers, tobacco users and non-tobacco users-ringing in the New Year with confusion. Though all of the details on these regulations are not clear at this time, we’re doing our best to clarify what we do know, and how that affects Richland County. First, we’ll clarify what we know about the statewide temporary ban on the sale of flavored vaping liquids. In response to an alarming number of...
Richland County has one confirmed pertussis case (whooping cough) in an individual under the age of 18 as of 1/3/20. The Richland County Health Department is working with health care providers, and other partners to identify close contacts and ensure that they are evaluated and treated as needed. As of 12/29/19 there have been 3 confirmed cases in the State of Montana. Pertussis is a contagious respiratory disease that in almost all cases can be effectively treated by a health care professional...
The Sidney-Richland County Library underwent a complete renovation in 2019, providing better access to patrons and more space for programming. Prior to renovations, the Library consisted of a children's area on the main floor, and adult and non-fiction section on the upper floor. The basement had unutilized space, and there was no elevator for accessibility. Kelly Reisig, Library Director, provides the top ten things to know about the renovation. 1. The new space will feature a new Montana...
Sidney area crafter Betty Lee spends her holiday season visiting with customers while selling her homemade blankets, rugs, and toys at local craft and vendor show. After retiring from 25 years of serving individuals with developmental disabilities in South Dakota, Betty and her husband moved to Sidney, where Betty picked up crafting as her full-time hobby. "I've always kind of been a crafty person. I like to see what I can make and what I can do," she said. In South Dakota, she made Christmas...
Though everyone is at some risk of contracting the flu, there are some people who are at a higher risk of both contracting the flu, and getting serious, flu-related complications. People who are at high risk of contracting influenza include children younger than 5 years old, and especially those who are younger than 2. Every year, thousands of children are hospitalized due to the flu, and some children die from the flu. Children are more likely to experience serious, often life-threatening influenza complications, including pneumonia and...
The Richland County Health Department has scheduled the annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic on October 3, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Flu shots are also available during normal clinic hours for those who cannot attend on October 3. The flu vaccine will be available for ages 6 months and up, and high-dose is available for individuals 65 years and older. No FluMist is available. The Health Department carries quadrivalent, pre-filled syringes that contain no preservative. The price of flu vaccine will vary from $40 to $75, depending on the individual’s age a...
Free at-home colon cancer screening test kits will be available for those who are eligible at the Mass Flu Shot Clinic on October 3, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Richland County Health Department. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in Montana and the United States, and like the flu, colorectal cancer is preventable. Colorectal cancers are those that start in either the colon or the rectum, and may be detected early through regular screening. The free screening kit offered on October 3 is called a FIT test, or a...
Richland County's H&R Men's Softball Team won the Men's Class D State Softball Tournament in Bozeman on August 11, beating out 18 other men's teams from across the state. For coach and player Art Herman, this makes three state titles and numerous other tournament wins under his belt. "Every year they get harder and harder," he explained. "If you don't hit the ball and play a great defense, you don't win." Herman has been involved with softball for 46 years, and has been running the softball...
The Richland County Farmers Market opened on Saturday, July 13 at the Courthouse parking lot in Sidney. Vendors selling homemade crafts, jams, jellies, baked goods and fresh, raw farm produce begin sitting up their tables each Saturday at 7 a.m. Farmers markets have deep roots in the history of our country, dating as far back as 1730, when the first market started in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. In 1806, President Thomas Jefferson bought beef, eggs and vegetables at a market in Georgetown. In the...
Now in its 99th year, the Richland County Fair & Rodeo offers food, fun, and everything in between, including popular events from years past. Fair opens Wednesday, July 31, offering over 100 food and commercial vendors, and ag, 4-H and school exhibits daily. The week’s packed entertainment schedule begins with the return of wrestling duals in the Old Commercial Building at 5:30 p.m. Team Germany will return stateside to wrestle against Team Sidney. Also returning is the Wednesday evening concert, headlined this year by Two Way Crossing, a N...
Sidney 4-H member Cayla Hanson lost almost her entire flock of chickens a few weeks ago, only a short time before the Richland County Fair & Rodeo. Hanson will be able to show in the poultry category this year thanks to help from a few friends. Hanson began raising chickens primarily for the eggs, but fell in love with poultry-raising, and started showing last year. "She's handled her chickens since they were born. They were basically trained like dogs," said Cayla's mother, Kimberly. Showing...
The MonDak region has something to offer for everyone this 4th of July season, from parades and barbeques, to pies and fireworks. Bainville Start 4th of July celebrations early with Bainville, Montana's Heritage America event, beginning Friday, June 28, with a family movie in the park at dusk. On Saturday, breakfast is hosted by the Bainville Dollars for Scholars at the fire hall from 7-10 a.m., followed by the annual parade at 11 a.m. Parade registration is required, and is available on the...
Families, individuals, and businesses are invited to help with the annual upkeep of the Maah Daah Hey Trail during July. The nearly month-long event is the second annual Big Push, though the event was only officially named last summer, according to Lindsey Ybarra, who co-founded Save the Maah Daah Hey with her husband Nick. The event gathers volunteers to upkeep all 100 miles of the Trail. That's 200 miles of mowing, weed whacking, trimming and hand shoveling, work entirely completed by...
I think it might be safe to say that Richland County Forever Buds 4-H member, Ali Jo Merritt, excelled in the livestock competitions at the 2018 Richland County Fair and Rodeo last August. Merritt, who is in her ninth year as a 4-H member, has participated in market beef and breeding beef projects for 8 of her 9 years and poultry for six years. In 2018, the market steer, breeding beef and rooster Merritt brought to the fair were outstanding in their respective classes. Ali brought her Red Angus...
Join friends and community members for a night of entertainment in support of families affected by recent area flooding at the Rising Above the River event, Saturday, May 11. The night opens with Denver-based Dueling Pianos Road Show, an all-inclusive sound and light show familiar to the Sidney community. The Road Show has performed in Sidney for several other community benefits, as well as events across Montana. A buffet dinner will be served, provided by the Cutting Edge Dance Studio, followed by a live auction. Auction items have poured in...
Join friends and community members for a night of entertainment in support of families affected by recent area flooding at the Rising Above the River event, Saturday, May 11. The night opens with Denver-based Dueling Pianos Road Show, an all-inclusive sound and light show familiar to the Sidney community. The Road Show has performed in Sidney for several other community benefits, as well as events across Montana. A buffet dinner will be served, provided by the Cutting Edge Dance Studio,...
MonDak area illustrator Jeanne Bowman will be showcasing her work at Books on Broadway at the Williston Downtowners Association's Art & Wine Walk. Bowman is a 2010 graduate of Rocky Mountain College, and worked at the Yellowstone Art Museum for two years before embarking on illustrating independently. Bowman participated in the Albuquerque regional branch of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, a non-profit group dedicated to supporting the creation and availability of qualit...
What began as a hobby turned unexpectedly into a successful business for Cartwright's Erin Roedeske, owner and floral designer for Wild Prairie Floral Designs. Roedeske worked for a high-end florist during her time at Oklahoma State University. "She's the one who taught me the ropes, what it takes to be a florist, and how to do big events," Roedeske said. Her mentor was the official florist for the University. "I got to see a lot of different things that I wouldn't have gotten to otherwise."...
Sidney's Thornton Arena is hosting the Tequila Turn barrel racing event on Sunday, May 5th. The event is approved for the Women's Professional Rodeo Association's Divisional Circuit, and the Outback Barrel Racing Association. The race is a qualifier for the Gunslinger at the Barrel of Gold in Silesia, Montana. The Cinco de Mayo-themed event presents many opportunities for young and up-and-coming racers to gain experience and earnings. "There are two Women's Pro Rodeo sidepots," said Jana Thornto...
The annual trade show and education forum MonDak Ag Days and Trade Show is set for Thursday, March 7, and Friday, March 8, at the Richland County Event Center in Sidney. An effort of the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce, Ag Days brings "the latest and greatest in ag production technology, both for livestock and crop producers," said Tim Fine, Richland County Extension Agriculture Agent. The event combines a trade show full of local agriculture and livestock-related vendors with learning sessions...
Comedian Chad Prather returns to Sidney to entertain at the MonDak Ag Days on Friday, March 8th. The "supernaturally articulate" Georgia native-turned Texan graced Sidney to perform at Ag Days in 2017, and will return with a few more years' experience under his belt, as well as countless viral Facebook videos. Prather is known for his fast-talking "armchair philosophy", most often portrayed in his viral Facebook video rants from the front seat of his pickup. His viral videos have hundreds of...
