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Although the overview generated for the Farm Service Agency states, ‘The Farm Service Agency administers farm commodity, crop insurance, credit, environmental, conservation and emergency assistance programs for farmers and ranchers’, that doesn’t begin to describe the in-depth work they do. The employees at the Richland County FSA office do far more than what can be described in one overview statement. The Richland County FSA office has a County Executive Director and four Program Techn...
Renee Rasmussen spread both arms wide in front of her to demonstrate the magnitude of the problems facing her eastern Montana school district as it endures a steady stream of new students, largely thanks to the oil boom. “It keeps me up at night,” the Bainville School District superintendent told a committee of lawmakers last week. “I do not have a method to pay for teacher housing or to pay for the school, whether that be $60,000 modular classrooms or whether that be an add-on.” It’s no secret that towns like Bainville along the oil-rich...
Rau School is pleased to announce Zoe Thom as our Student of the Quarter. Zoe is the daughter of Jesse & Jodi Thom of Sidney. Zoe is an outstanding and enthusiastic learner. She is an extraordinarily creative writer, and genuinely enjoys “playing” with words. Zoe puts 110% into any and all academic tasks. It is fun to see her face light up when she is about to learn something new. However, academics are not her only strengths. She is also a good friend to her schoolmates. She is always rea...
Casey Wells is Brorson Elementary School’s student of the month. Casey is the son of Joe and Trish Wells. He is in Kindergarten. Casey is a very willing, hard worker. He is always ready to help someone else and be their friend. Casey enjoys reading books. When he grows up he wants to drive a semi-truck like his Dad....
There is still space in workshops scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 9 at the MonDak Heritage Center. The same workshop will be offered at 9am and again at 1pm. Marie Shirley Jones, from Red Lodge, will answer questions regarding her work which has been on exhibit at the MonDak this month, and will guide participants through several of her methods for dyeing and transfer work. She incorporates many artistic approaches into her unique and wonderful work. Come see her work for a preview of the workshop. Space is limited. Registration is $20. Questions...
Tyler Watterson is Student of the Month at West Side School. He takes initiative, making sure jobs get completed. Tyler is always willing to help others and is conscientious and kind-hearted. His positive attitude and hard work makes him successful in Math. Bowling and computer math games are his favorites. Tyler is the son of Bob Watterson. Sidney Middle School is proud to announce Garret Leland as the Student of the Month. Garret has been selected for this honor due to the positive...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is conducting two informational meetings to discuss the MT 16 / MT 200 Glendive to Fairview speed limit investigation. The area of investigation begins on MT 16 at approximately Reference Post (RP) 0.6 at the I-94 Interchange in Glendive and extends northeasterly to the intersection of County Road 123 (RP 50.4) south of Sidney. The investigation resumes at Sidney’s northern city limit boundary (RP 52.6) north of the MT 200 intersection with Holly Street, and extends northeast on MT 200 to the Fairv...
One of the biggest party days of the year brings fans together to enjoy the 47th Super Bowl game on Sunday, February 3. If you are among those who will be joining friends at a local bar or house party, the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) advises care in planning a safe and sober ride home. The reminder from MDT also points out that serving alcohol in your home can make you liable if something happens such as personal injury or property damage caused by an intoxicated guest. And for your friends, the impact of a DUI arrest can last fo...
With only 13-14 inches of average annual rainfall, dryland farmers in the MonDak region need to know the best farming strategies for utilizing that limited moisture and improving nutrient use to sustain yields and remain profitable. Researchers with the USDA-Agricultural Research Service’s Northern Plains Agricultural Research Laboratory (NPARL) in Sidney are studying new rotations and management practices to help make that happen and ARS Agronomist Brett Allen will share results from existing dryland research and upcoming new projects as p...
The Northeast Montana Land and Mineral Owners Association will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at the Nemont Friendship Room in Scobey, MT. The meeting will begin at 2 p.m. Anyone with questions or concerns related to oil and gas activity is encouraged to attend the meeting....
With the beginning of 2013, millions of New Year’s Resolutions have been made. Popular resolutions range from losing weight to improving finances, and are a great way to start a new year and new life. Unfortunately, it is not long after New Year’s Day that many of us break our resolutions. While people start out energized with sweeping resolutions, they may soon reach a wall on how to achieve them. A better approach would be to identify small action steps which are easily attainable in our day...
Funeral services for Bernhardt “Ben” Eschenbacher, age 95 of Froid, were at 10:00 a.m., Monday, January 28, 2013 at the Froid Lutheran Church in Froid, MT. Burial was in the Grandview Cemetery, near Froid, MT. Ben passed away Wednesday, January 23, at the Roosevelt Memorial Nursing Home in Culbertson, MT....
Funeral service for Kathleen “Katie” Pust, 65 of Sidney was 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 26, 2013, at the Sidney Lutheran Brethren Church in Sidney with Pastor Matt Richards officiating. Interment was held in the Lambert Cemetery, Lambert, MT under the direction of the Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Kathleen “Katie” died on Tuesday evening, January 22, 2013, at her home in Sidney, MT....
Albert DeMangelaere, age 95, died early Friday morning, January 25, 2013 at the Sidney Health Center in Sidney, MT. Cremation has taken place and a service will be held at a later date under the direction of the Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com....
During 2013 The Richland County Injury Prevention Team would like to recognize a local business each month that promotes responsible, safe and positive practices with their employees. The team believes that safety polices implemented in the workplace not only create a safe work environment but also help keep our community safe. Employees not only use these practices at work but take them home, which make them great role models in our community. Blue Rock Companies implemented and has had in effect a Seat Belt Policy since 1987 and NO Cell...
Stalking consists of any persistent and unwanted behavior that causes or intends to cause fear or harm in a victim and is illegal in all 50 states. According to Montana Code Annotated 45-5-220, “a person commits the offense of stalking if the person purposely or knowingly causes another person substantial emotional distress or reasonable apprehension of bodily injury or death by repeatedly: (a) following the stalked person; or (b) harassing, threatening, or intimidating the stalked person, in person or by mail, electronic communication, or a...
Many people know that Richland Opportunities, Inc. (ROI) provides recycling opportunities for much of Richland County. Or area residents may know that ROI provides group homes and an apartment complex for people with developmental disabilities. ROI does all of the above and more. ROI’s mission is to provide services to adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities. This support is provided by staff working with people in their homes, at their place of employment or by providing transportation. However, most people do not understand h...
Sidney High School is hosting the Class “C” District Boys and Girls Basketball Tournament, starting on Monday, February 11th, and continuing to the Final games on Saturday, February 16th. A total of 24 games will be contested over that six day time span. The tournament is in need of helpers in scorekeeping, and score clock operation for the tourney. Anyone interested, please contact the Activities Office at Sidney High School....
Sidney High School’s Business Professionals of America hosted the regional meet on Wednesday, January 23rd. Marcos Aguilar, Grade 12: 8th Place, Business Meeting Management; 9th Place, Banking & Finance; 9th Place, Legal Office Procedures Heidi Anderson, Grade 12: 2nd Place, VB Net Programming; 2nd Place, Video Production Team; 5th Place, Medical Office Procedures; 5th Place, Insurance Concepts; 8th Place, PC Servicing & Troubleshooting Dustin Bailey, Grade 10: 2nd Place, Administrative S...
Watford City’s Daniel Marmon scores against Sidney on a backhand shot during the first round games of Tournament in Grand Forks. The Oilers defeated the Rangers 10-0. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...
Growing up on a farm in the Columbian Basin Irrigation Project, Jon McCreary, owner of JMAC Resources, is no stranger to hard work and Midwestern values. “As a young man, I witnessed my father working extremely long hours on construction jobs during the day and doing farm work late in to most evenings. As an early teen, I spent my summer days driving tractor, stacking hay and changing siphon tubes. I enjoyed many afternoons of swimming in irrigation ditches and playing sports with the n...
Saturday, January 26th, the Sidney Wrestling club wrestlers competed in the Miles City AAU Invitational Tournament. Results are as follows: TOT DivisionCarter Grimmet - 45lbs, 3rd place; Brandon Becker – 50lbs, 3rd place BANTAM DivisionCarter Wicorek - 45lbs, 2nd place; Beau Rindahl – 45lbs, 3rd place; Zander Dean – 50lbs, 1st place; Kendell Young – 60lbs, 3rd place; Zeke Grimmett – 60lbs, 5th place; Chace Waters – 70lbs, 2nd place MIDGET DivisionBlake Benson – 65lbs, 4th place; Tucker Nevins – 70lbs, 3rd place; Grady Nelson – 75lbs, 1st place;...
Fairview Chamber of Commerce president Ray Trumpower, left, and Chamber member Darrell Finsaas, right, present a check for $1000 to Fairview Fire Chief Lloyd Fugate in appreciation of the department’s outstanding service to the community. The fire department will use the money to purchase needed equipment....
The Montana State Library and Sidney-Richland County Public Library are pleased to announce the release of a series of three videos that highlight the impact libraries have on the lives of Montanans. The video “Supporting our Communities through Change and Challenge” highlights our local library including staff, board members and one of the many business owners who use our facility for their work. The videos were filmed at the Sidney-Richland County Library in Sidney; the Bitterroot Public Library in Hamilton; the Hearst Free Library in Ana...
The Richland County Weed District has been chosen the “2012 Oustanding Weed District” at the State Convention of the Montana Weed Control Association held in Great Falls January 15-17. The RCWD has been in operation since the early 60s. It’s present Weed Coordinator is Dick Zoanni. The County Weed Board, representing all areas of Richland County, is made up of Johnnie Johnston, Don Iverson, Dale Edam, Dan Thornton, and Mark Casterline. Previous Weed Coordinators include Ken Babcock, Con Donvan, and Red Lovec. All have been assisted by Louis...
