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First of all, what is re-fracking? We know that fracking is a method in which water-based fluid under extremely high pressure is pumped down a well to fracture the reservoir rock next to the well bore, creating pathways for natural gas to flow to the wellhead. Through new technology we’ve learned some wells are re-completed and fracked to enable production from a second layer or to open fractures that may have closed over time. A well may be re-fracked every one to two years of operation to s...
Named after the North Dakota oil pioneer who became the first member of the North Dakota Petroleum Council’s Hall of Fame, the Al Golden Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 to support deserving undergraduate students who are pursing post-secondary education in geology, engineering, processing plant technology, or science to gain the technical skills needed to pursue a career in the oil and gas industry. The scholarships are part of the oil and gas industry’s efforts to help sol...
Born in November, 1977, Josh Turner was raised by his parents near Lake City, South Carolina. He grew up as a devout Christian and sang bass in a gospel quartet called Thankful Hearts. Turner made his debut on Grand Ole Opry in December 2001 with “Long Black Train,” where he received a standing ovation for an encore. His debut album was released in 2003, followed by his second album in 2006, his third in 2007, fourth in 2010 and the fifth album was released in 2012. Turners’ wife, Jenni...
If there’s one thing you can count on, it’s the fact the Richland County Fair and Rodeo will be an action packed, exciting event for all ages. This annual event is known as the show window of agricultural achievement in eastern Montana and western North Dakota. It officially began as a fair in 1920, evolving from a community street fair to a fair and rodeo that entertains over 30,000 people each year. The event kicks off on Wednesday, July 30th with the Agricultural Building opening to acc...
Born in November, 1977, Josh Turner was raised by his parents near Lake City, South Carolina. He grew up as a devout Christian and sang bass in a gospel quartet called Thankful Hearts. Turner made his debut on Grand Ole Opry in December 2001 with “Long Black Train,” where he received a standing ovation for an encore. His debut album was released in 2003, followed by his second album in 2006, his third in 2007, fourth in 2010 and the fifth album was released in 2012. Turners’ wife, Jenni...
The first Extension Agent in Richland County, A.D. Anderson, began in 1917. He held the post of Richland County Extension Agent until 1920. A.D. did get some help, in the form of a home demonstration agent (which is what they were referred to then), in 1919 when Gladys Kyte joined him. Since those first two agents blazed the trail for Extension in Richland County, there have been 42 others who have held the title of Extension Agent as either an agent for 4-H, Agriculture, or Family and Consumer...
The first Extension Agent in Richland County, A.D. Anderson, began in 1917. He held the post of Richland County Extension Agent until 1920. A.D. did get some help, in the form of a home demonstration agent (which is what they were referred to then), in 1919 when Gladys Kyte joined him. Since those first two agents blazed the trail for Extension in Richland County, there have been 42 others who have held the title of Extension Agent as either an agent for 4-H, Agriculture, or Family and Consumer...
MSU – EARC will be presenting an interesting program with many knowledgeable speakers on Thursday, July 24th from 8:30 am until approximately 12:30 pm. Among the speakers will be three talented people from MSU-Bozeman; Dr. Talbert, on spring wheat breeding, Dr. Burrows on diseases in wheat, barley and pea (pulse crops) and Roshan Acharya on spring stay-green characteristic study. From USDA-ARS, Dr. Stevens will present on phosphorus study in sugar beet and crop rotation and Dr. TheCan Ceasar on...
The 2014 North American Indigenous Games are taking place in Regina, Sask. this week, July 20 - 27. The theme for this year's event is "Raising the Bar." The event will showcase unity, sport, culture, youth, volunteerism and team work between First Nations, Metis and Non-Indigenous communities by recognizing the healthy lifestyle choices young Indigenous people and future leaders from all over North America have made. Athletes and teams from 21 regions in North America's Indigenous communities...
Born in November, 1977, Josh Turner was raised by his parents near Lake City, South Carolina. He grew up as a devout Christian and sang bass in a gospel quartet called Thankful Hearts. Turner made his debut on Grand Ole Opry in December 2001 with "Long Black Train," where he received a standing ovation for an encore. His debut album was released in 2003, followed by his second album in 2006, his third in 2007, fourth in 2010 and the fifth album was released in 2012. Turners' wife, Jennifer,...
If there's one thing you can count on, it's the fact the Richland County Fair and Rodeo will be an action packed, exciting event for all ages. This annual event is known as the show window of agricultural achievement in eastern Montana and western North Dakota. It officially began as a fair in 1920, evolving from a community street fair to a fair and rodeo that entertains over 30,000 people each year. The event kicks off on Wednesday, July 30th with the Agricultural Building opening to accept...
MSU – EARC will be presenting an interesting program with many knowledgeable speakers on Thursday, July 24th from 8:30 am until approximately 12:30 pm. Among the speakers will be three talented people from MSU-Bozeman; Dr. Talbert, on spring wheat breeding, Dr. Burrows on diseases in wheat, barley and pea (pulse crops) and Roshan Acharya on spring stay-green characteristic study. From USDA-ARS, Dr. Stevens will present on phosphorus study in sugar beet and crop rotation and Dr. TheCan Ceasar on...
MSU/MAES EARC Plant Pathologist, Hans Schneider, began as a plant pathologist and superintendent at EARC in August 2013. One of his first tasks was to initiate a sugar beet disease diagnostic laboratory at EARC. Hans collaborates with Sidney Sugars Inc. to investigate the severity of diseases and pests in the sugar beet growing area. Several fields have been sampled for beet cyst nematodes, because they are known to occur in the area, but not to what extent. In the samples thus far analyzed...
Each year the Mon-Dak Ag Showcase is held to showcase and promote the Mon-Dak region as a place for new agricultural development and businesses. The event allows guests in attendance to view crops currently growing in the region. The Showcase also promotes the irrigation development and potential on dryland conditions and promotes the region as a viable ag producing region on a wide variety of crops and livestock. THURSDAY: The event kicks off at the Williston Research Extension Center on...
Formed in 2011 by veteran real estate executives George Kropinski and John Sessions, Bakken Housing Company ("BHC") develops real estate projects throughout the Bakken region of western North Dakota, eastern Montana and southern Saskatchewan. BHC projects exceed the quality standards in the cities and towns in which they are located, making them more appealing to individuals, families and businesses in the community. Sitting on over 7 acres, Eagle Crest Apartment Homes is a pet-friendly,...
EPPING, ND: Strategically located in the heart of the Bakken and Three Forks shale plays, construction of the COLT Hub began in May 2011 and the facility went into service just one year later. Today the COLT Hub, owned and operated by Crestwood Midstream Partners LP, serves as a point of liquidity for the distribution of Bakken crude oil throughout North American markets by providing customers with crude oil storage and connectivity to the BNSF Railway Company and ties in with four major...
Crestwood Midstream Partners LP provides services to support the growth of America's energy independence through operations in every premier U.S. shale play, including the Bakken region in North Dakota. "Connections for America's energy are at the heart of Crestwood. We are all about logistics to connect upstream partners – including leading exploration and production companies – with downstream customers – crude oil refiners, gas utilities, industrial users and wholesalers from coast to coast...
How much do you know about the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation? Every year we celebrate American Independence Day on the Fourth of July and we think of July 4, 1776 as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation. However, July 4, 1776 wasn't the day that the Continental Congress decided to declare Independence Day. This was done on July 2, 1776 and it was also not the day we started...
Each year the Mon-Dak Ag Showcase is held to showcase and promote the Mon-Dak region as a place for new agricultural development and businesses. The event allows guests in attendance to view crops currently growing in the region. The Showcase also promotes the irrigation development and potential on dryland conditions and promotes the region as a viable ag producing region on a wide variety of crops and livestock. THURSDAY: The event kicks off at the Williston Research Extension Center on...
Smith is not just your everyday oenophile (a person who enjoys wine); he takes it much further and opens the eyes of many connoisseurs, helping them to feel a deeper appreciation of what they're drinking and of what goes in to producing wine. Smith retired from NDSU as a Professor of Horticulture in the Department of Plant Sciences and Extension Service, on 12/31/12. Among other duties, he began teaching an "Evolution and History of Wine in America" class at NDSU. Needless to say, the students...
The Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede will be celebrating their 91st year at the Marvin Brookman Stadium in Wolf Point Montana July 10th – 12th. Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede is a three-day event including a PRCA sanctioned rodeo that brings the best cowboys to town. PRCA RAM Rodeo action will begin each evening at 7 p.m. Events and festivities set for the 91st weekend celebration include KVCK Country Showdown and KVCK Korral talent show, class reunions, “Unsung Heroes” Parade, carnival, the f...
There's a lot of action and a big four days coming up for PBR fans and Bull Riders. The PBR Touring Pro Division will be in Williston, ND June 25-26 and Sidney, MT June 27-28. Start time for both bull ridings is 7 p.m. Bucking in Boomtown in Williston will be held at the Upper Missouri Valley Fairgrounds. The Bull Blow Out in Sidney will be at the Richland Co Fairgrounds. Both events have $10,000 added each day for a total of $20,000. Riders compete both days which include a short go each day....
The Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede will be celebrating their 91st year at the Marvin Brookman Stadium in Wolf Point Montana July 10th – 12th. Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede is a three-day event including a PRCA sanctioned rodeo that brings the best cowboys to town. PRCA RAM Rodeo action will begin each evening at 7 p.m. Events and festivities set for the 91st weekend celebration include KVCK Country Showdown and KVCK Korral talent show, class reunions, “Unsung Heroes” Parade, carnival, the f...
Does your company have what it takes to claim bragging rights as the best BBQ'ing team and to take home the coveted 'Best BBQ Trophy' from the 2nd Annual Bakken BBQ? MBI Energy Services extends an invitation to your company in hopes you will participate in this fun and exciting fundraising event. This community event will be held on Friday, June 20th, 2014 in the Dickinson Rec Center parking lot and is open to the public! The Blue Ribbon Band will be performing and entertainment will be...
Richland County Transportation Service (RCTS) began in 2006 providing rides to approximately 13,000 people and operating 8 hours a day, 5 days per week. Since then, the growth and demands of the county have increased substantially and RCTS is providing about 50,000 rides per year. In addition to its regular service, RCTS also provides a number of day trips during the summer months to places such as: Fort Peck Theatre and the Medora Musical and Pitchfork Fondue. RCTS has given senior citizens...
