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The Bakken Area Skills Center, a facility built to increase the availability of career and technical education and training for high school students and incumbent workers throughout the Bakken region, was completed in 2023 and began holding classes on Jan. 15. The Bakken Area Skills Center is owned and primarily operated by McKenzie County School District #1. According to the Watford City School district website, www.watford-city.k12.nd.us, that vision was to provide in-demand training...
Sidney – For a combined total of 77 years, the volunteers at the Caring Corner Gift Shop and Good Cents Store have been raising money for Sidney Health Center to assist with purchases of medical equipment. These successful volunteer programs have made significant impacts on services and patient care offered to residents living in the MonDak region. The Caring Corner Gift Shop and Good Cents Store recently contributed $165,842 to cover the cost of the hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber and c...
The McKenzie County Ag Expo will host a Farm and Ranch show, Feb. 7-8 in Watford City, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday will include “Bull Days”, with beef breeders bringing a sampling of their bulls and/or heifers to showcase their herds’ genetics and what will be available at this spring’s sales. Twelve pens have been sold so far, with more available. Gooseneck Implement, Williston; Heggen Equipment, Watford City; 4 Fires Enterprises, Keene; Horizon Resources, Watford City; and Northern Pump & Compression Inc., Watford City; will have some of th...
The 71st annual Hard Spring Wheat Show takes place Thursday, Feb. 1, at the Grand Williston Hotel & Conference Center. The show is always packed with excellent speakers, good food, and the most up-to-date information for area farmers and ranchers and this year is no exception. Start the day off at 8 a.m. with a free breakfast sponsored by American State Bank & Trust followed by a welcome from Sam Funk, Williston Research Extension Center director, and Brian Kase, Wheat Show treasurer. Williams County Commodity Elections led by Kelly Leo, Ag &...
Glasgow, Montana author Cara Pinder will sign copies of her delightful children’s book, “The Tooth Fairy Stars” at Books on Broadway on Saturday, Feb. 3 from 1-4 p.m. Pinder says her book is about a young girl who does not want to give up her very first wiggly tooth, not even for a shiny gold coin under her pillow. But what if the Tooth Fairy gives her something else? Something so big everyone will see it? Find out what the Tooth Fairy does with our teeth when we lose them. The book offers a new approach for elementary age children, showi...
The premiere event of the winter, the Cattlemen’s Ball, takes place on Feb. 10, at the Richland County Event Center, Sidney. This fun event is for everyone, with a mouth-watering beef dinner and a wide variety of live auction items that anyone would love to own. Music by “Fast Forward” out of Melstone will keep you out on the dance floor all evening. The Cowhide theme will be carried throughout the décor and auction items which include a leather headstall made by Ryan Smith, an iron and wood cross, cowhide mirror and more. The popular Planko...
The Williston STAR Fund is seeking candidates interested in serving on its advisory board. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 23, at 5 p.m. The applications may be emailed, or hand delivered to the Williston Economic Development office. The Williston STAR Fund got its start in 1991 when voters approved a 1% city sales tax to provide infrastructure debt relief (75% of collections) and job creations and community development (25% of collections). The long-lasting program has been approved by voters several times and it currently sunsets on...
Tuscaloosa, AL - Bronte Bennion, Sidney, was named to the University of Alabama Presidents List for fall semester 2023. A total of 13,950 students enrolled during fall semester 2023 at the University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the president’s list with an academic record of 4.0 (all A’s). These driven students are making waves across UA’s more than 70 undergraduate programs and 12 colleges and schools. The UA dean’s and president’s lists recognize full-time undergraduate students. T...
Coaches Braden Kindopp and Shane Schantz continue to lead the Richland Ranger Bantams to success. This small but mighty team, comprised of 12 skaters and one goalie, continued their winning streak with another two wins at home this past weekend. On Friday the Bantams were matched against the Williston Flyers. After a bit of a slow start the Bantams proved to be unbeatable with both offense and defense working to secure the 7-1 win for the Rangers. Saturday, they faced off against the Minot...
A visitation was held on Monday Jan. 29, 2024 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Celebration of Life services are being planned for a later date. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. William (Bill) Brunner beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to many passed away on Jan. 22, 2024, at the Sidney Health...
Funeral services for Clara Cundiff, 93, Sidney, MT, were at 2 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024, at the People's Congregational Church, Sidney, with Pastor Richard Evans officiating. Interment will be in the Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, MT. Visitation was on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, from 10 a.m-4 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour before services at the church. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, assisted the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures were shared with the family at...
If there is a river to be fished in heaven, with a cold Budweiser and a pack of Camels at hand in a favored flannel shirt, Jim is there right now, soaking up the sun with his soulmate, his good old dog, Jake. James Paul "Jim" Jensen was born Aug. 28, 1954, to Lola (Gaffield) and Clarence Jensen. The only boy, and adored by his sisters Linda, Carol, and Judy. Jim was the third Jensen child. He grew up in Sidney, MT, and to be sure, his heart never left though his feet sometimes roamed. Jim...
Funeral services for Leroy Leland, 89, Sidney, MT, were Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, at 1 p.m. MST at the Squaw Gap Hall, McKenzie County, ND, with Pastor Tim Tharp officiating. A luncheon followed the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation was Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, assisted the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures were shared with the family at...
If we know one thing in District 2, it's the meaning of hard work. Cold days, late nights, long hours, the value of a dollar ... My life's work has been in journalism and media. This career path meant telling the truth, giving a voice to those who were unheard, researching complex issues, and keeping our elected officials in check. We are now at an important crossroads in North Dakota. So many are disheartened with the establishment and seeking a better future. We are all frustrated but resolute...
Sunrise Pregnancy Resources and Family, Sidney, will be holding their first ever Puzzle Palooza Event at Limitless Church, 414 E. Main St. (formally Assembly of God Church), Feb. 17, at 10 a.m. The event is a fundraiser for Sunrise Clinic as well as a medical benefit for Anakin Milligan, a one-year-old boy who has been diagnosed with Menkes disease. The Puzzle Palooza Event will be held in the Fireside Room at Limitless Church. Each team will be given identical 1,000-piece puzzles to put togethe...
Bozeman — Sulfur’s role as an agricultural nutrient is often overlooked, but including it in soil fertility programs can positively impact crop yield, quality and economics, according to a Montana State University Extension specialist. Clain Jones, MSU Extension soil fertility specialist and professor in the Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences, said that modern phosphorus and potassium fertilizers contain less sulfur as a manufacturing byproduct than they historically did. Coupled with higher-yielding varieties and more int...
“Celebrating Chocolate” returns to the MonDak Heritage Center on Saturday, Feb. 10 at 7 p.m. This year’s Celebrating Chocolate theme will bring attendees to the “Corner of Broadway & MonDak” with Broadway stars NIC + DESI! Throughout the evening, guests will be entertained as NIC + DESI sing famous show tunes while performing dance numbers straight from the Broadway stage! The night will feature delicious chocolate treats and elegant Broadway inspired hors d’oeuvres. In addition to the great music and food, guests will be able to bid on sile...
The Williston City Commission has approved a recommendation by the Williston STAR Fund Advisory Board to increase its annual Community Enhancement (CE) allocation from $50,000 to $70,000 in 2024. The approval was made during the commission meeting on Tuesday, Jan.23. The request was made due to an influx of CE applications this year. The Williston STAR Fund Advisory Board reviewed and scored a record 53 CE applications on Tuesday, Jan. 16. The request for funds totaled $279,200. The board approved funding in the amount of $70,000 for 39...
Watford City – The community of Watford City is gearing up for an evening of fun and giving back at a Barn Dance Fundraiser for the 5th Watford City MobilePack for “Feed My Starving Children’”. The barn dance features “The Biker and the Bandits”, promising a night of boot-scootin’ entertainment for attendees of all ages. Event Details: Saturday, Feb. 3, 7-10 p.m. at the McKenzie County Ag Expo, $10 each or $50 per family As a family-friendly affair, this barn dance is a perfect opportunity for community members to come together and support a...
MonDak Ag Days & Trade Show is scheduled for March 7-8 at the Richland County Event Center Sidney. The trade show will open Thursday at 8 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. and again on Friday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be vendors onsite with their information, products, and services. Breakfast will be served both days with the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce hosting on Thursday and Richland County Farm Bureau hosting on Friday. Lunch will be available at the Event Center both days, as well. In leu of the traditional banquet, the MonDak Ag Days...
The Sidney Gymnastics Club competed in the Katelyn Ohashi Drop It Like It's Hot meet in Billings on Jan. 20-21. This was a larger meet that drew teams from multiple states! It was a fun and unique experience for all our girls and they all did well and represented Richland County proudly! They are coached by head coach Melanie Morrill and assistant coaches Rachelle Ellis and Brooke Morrill. Bronze Lily Tollett: Vault: 9.3, 3rd; Bars: 9.3, 3rd; Beam 9.025, 5th; Floor 9.1 3rd; All Around: 36.725,...
Luna has been located and is safe! The Sidney Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Luna Marie Delisle, a 12-year-old female, who is believed to have run away from home. Luna was last seen the morning of Sunday, Jan. 28 at approximately 9 a.m. in the 1100 block of 16th St. SW (near Lyndale Park). Luna is a white female, 5'10", 160 lbs., hazel eyes, with long blonde/brown hair, and has a nose ring. Luna was last seen wearing a pink sweatshirt, boot-cut blue jeans, gray...
SHS vs Glasgow The Sidney boy's basketball team beat the Glasgow Scotties 53-48 at home on Tuesday, Jan. 23. The girls lost 53-62. SHS vs Fergus The Sidney basketball teams traveled to Lewistown on Friday, Jan. 26. The boys fell 46-28. The girls fell 29-44. SHS vs Lockwood The Sidney Eagles played Lockwood on Saturday, Jan. 27. The boys lost with a score of 54-37. The girls came up short 58-24....
Irma "Betty" Zoanni, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at the Sidney Health Center with family by her side. Betty was born March 11, 1930, to Ingvald and Ethel Iverson on their homestead near Comertown, Montana. She attended school in Comertown before transferring to Culbertson High School for her senior year. She attended Eastern Montana College and the University of Montana, earning a teaching certificate. Betty married John "Jack" Zoanni on June 4, 1952. They raised 5...
Per Doris's wishes no visitation will be held and she will be cremated. A celebration of life service will be held for Doris and George at a later date. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Doris Swenson was the fourth child of Beulah and John Obergfell, arriving in Sidney, Montana on December 22, 1927, after her oldest brother, Gussie took her and Beulah, via a horse...
