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Sugar beet growers across the region are finding themselves having to make some tough decisions. Approximately 32,000 acres throughout McKenzie, Williams, Roosevelt and Richland counties have been previously dedicated to sugar beet production, and the recent announcement of Sidney Sugars' closing will impact all of them. The next closest sugar beet factories are located in Billings or Hillsboro, ND, however federal sugar allotment is tied to the factories themselves, making switching crops growe...
The 2023 Montana Economic Outlook Seminar was held in Sidney at the Richland County MSU Extension Office on Tuesday, March 14. It was presented by Patrick Barkey, University of Montana Bureau of Business and Economic Research director. The theme was about the recent in-migration of citizens moving into Montana. "Demand for Montana has surged since the pandemic (and since the TV show "Yellowstone"). At historical prices, more people want to live/spend time in Montana, partly because of the...
Richland Ranger Arena will host the Big Sky Games Hockey Tournament on Friday, March 24-Sunday, March 26. “Currently, we have 24 teams signed up.” said organizer Dawn Rehbein. “We are excited to host again this year and look forward to welcoming hockey families to Sidney for this great weekend of hockey. Our goal is always to get bodies in the stands, heads in the beds (hotel customers) and people enjoying our wonderful community,” said Rehbein. Eric Siegfried coaches a Sidney Mites team (ages 6-8) and a Bantam team (up to 8th grade). “This i...
The historical crime thriller ‘End Of The Rope’ which chronicles the infamous Charles Bannon case of 1931 will be showing at the CentreTheatre, Sidney on March 24, 25, 26, 31 and April 1 and 2. Filmed in North Dakota including at familiar landmarks like the Fairview Bridge and Cartwright tunnel, the film also used local talent to portray the real-life events that took place in McKenzie County....
All are invited to the Multicultural Event Fair at the Watford City High School on March 28 (The same night as parent/teacher conferences.) Amy Polivka is one of the organizers of the event, and the advisor to the Watford City High School Ambassador program. “Our student ambassadors came up with this event,” said Polivka. The student ambassador organization is designed for students to help integrate new families into our school and community. It is designed to help make the transition easier. Watford City has a record number of foreign exchange...
Funeral services for Roy E. Kallevig, 94, Sidney, MT were held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Sidney, MT with Pastor Baseley officiating. Interment with Military Honors were in the Richland Memorial Park Cemetery, Sidney, MT, Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is caring for the family. The family service was open to the public on Monday, March 20, 2023, at 7 p.m., at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences, and...
Alana Coronato, 68, Fairview, MT peacefully passed away on Sunday March 12, 2023 at Sidney Health Center with family by her side. Private family services will be held at 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....
Pruning trees can help control tree size, prevent damage from overgrown branches, and remove dead, diseased, or damaged wood. The best time to prune is during the late dormant season before new growth starts. Join us Wednesday, April 5 at the Richland County Extension Office from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. for a Backyard Tree Care: Planting and Pruning workshop with MSU Extension Forestry Specialist, Peter Kolb. Learn about tree physiology, planting, pruning, and problem solving. There will also be a pruning demonstration. Call 406-433-1206 for more...
For the last 10 years, Montana Farmers Union has hosted their Montana Farmers Union Women's Conference on the western half of the state, however, they are excited to be hosting a second event, the Eastern Montana Farmers Union Women's Conference in Sidney March 31- April 1. "This conference is for and about celebrating women in agriculture, rural communities, leadership and entrepreneurship. It provides an opportunity for them to share and build their skills and connect folks around the state,"...
Books on Broadway, in Williston will hold a book signing from 1-4 p.m., Saturday, March 25 with Karin Rathert, author of "Invitation To a Hanging". This gem is for western fans as well as for readers who love generational family drama. Rathert breathes life back into the ghost town by vividly capturing the rise and fall of the real town of Mondak, MT. She transports readers back to the early 1900s where Adam is searching for meaning in his own life in the dying town trying desperately not to be...
Each year in March, Montana Council of Teachers of Mathematics sponsors 12 Regional Math Contests across the state of Montana. This year on March 14, Sidney High hosted the 2023 math contest for our region. There were 11 schools from 253 schools registered. Students from each grade level from 7-12 compete in three individual tests appropriate to their level. Students in each region compete in the same tests. On an individual basis, awards are presented to the top student on each test. Also the...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is excited to announce their 20 under 40 program, designed to recognize and celebrate individuals in Richland County under 40 who are making a positive impact through their work or community involvement. Nominations are open now through April 15 and must include the nominee's name, age, place of employment, and contact information. It should also include how the nominee has positively enhanced their business, and how they have positively impact...
The MonDak Heritage Center is hosting an exhibition of works by Dave Torrence on display March 22-May 3 at the MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave SE, Sidney. A reception will be held in Torrence's honor on Friday, March 24 from 4-6 p.m. at the MonDak Heritage Center. Dave Torrence (1938-2022) was an influential member of the Sidney art community for many years. He was the Sidney High School Art teacher for 25 years, inspiring many students to be brilliant in their own creative ways. Over his...
Jax really digs reading about all things construction, and he loves playing with all his cars and trucks. He also loves reading books and he's already built a strong foundation for a bright future be completing the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program at the library! Even though he always takes time to help care for his new baby brother he finds time to read and has started more new books like Curious George ("Monkey George"). Jax Andrews, 4, is the son of Chase Andrews and Laurel Masterson....
Boys & Girls Clubs of the MonDak is proud to announce Matthew Daniels and Jasmine Klein as the February Members of the Month! Matthew Daniels is our Clubhouse Member of the Month and he is in Mrs. Pust's second grade class. He is the son of Jackie and Davy Daniels. Matthew enjoys playing games while at the Club and math while at school. When Matthew grows up, he would like to become a scientist. Jasmine is our Member of the Month from the Base and she is in fourth grade. She is the daughter of...
Fairview Junior High Q3 Honor Roll High Honor Roll 6th Grade: Roper Dean Bain, Cole Alan Bryan, Brooklyn Nicole Dean, Brycen King Fox, Trigger Wayne Henline, Klara Marlee Karren, Memphis Debin Kruse, Trey Anthony Linam, Kenley Claire Prewitt 7th Grade: Landen Lee Emly, Cambree Charlie Hansen, Kiley Lynn McGhee 8th Grade: Adilyn Baxter, Emmellia Erin Browning- Pierce, Isabelle Lynn Fry, Grant Benson Knapp, Karlee Beth Nay, Elliot James Thompson Honor Roll Kyra Lynn Buckley, Mallory Cynthia Hoenig, Bryson Ray Smith, Cameron Micheal Unruh,...
Pictures provide a powerful voice, creating a visual expression of something that may be hard to put into words. To enhance the voices of Richland County, particularly kids, Partnership For Promise is sponsoring Photo Voice encouraging kids, or adults, to take a picture of something in the community that they are proud of, or something of concern. Partnership For Promise explains the five basic concepts behind the Photo Voice project as follows. Images teach; pictures can influence policy; community members ought to participate in creating and...
North Dakota State University Extension's Rural Leadership North Dakota (RLND) Program began 20 years ago to develop agricultural and community leaders. This year, RLND is looking for participants for Class X, which begins in November. "Rural Leadership North Dakota is the premier statewide leadership program in North Dakota," says Katie Tyler, NDSU RLND program director. "If you are seeking a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn more about yourself, the state, country and world to help move...
Greetings from Helena! We had quite a bit of activity on the Senate floor this past week, with mostly House bills. One Senate bill we had this week that had appropriations in it was SB 458, which would make the sex on a birth certificate the legal sex. This is to be consistent with Montana Code. There are supposedly 81 genders and climbing so things in the code are getting confusing and there have been some lawsuits threatened. HB450 dealt with bullying in schools and self-defense. In Judiciary committee we dealt with bills about dangerous...
Funeral Services will be Friday March 24, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. at the Ebenezer Congregational Church in Sidney, MT with Pastor David Meehan presiding. A luncheon will follow the service. Patricia will be laid to rest at the Sidney Cemetery in Sidney, MT. Visitation will be Thursday March 23, 2023 from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, MT. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures...
On Sunday, March 26, 5:30 a.m. CT, on ND HWY. 1804 near MM 290 there was injury crash in Williams County. A 2016 Volvo semi-tractor and trailer, driven by a 35-year-old female, Carrollton, GA, loaded with frac sand was traveling eastbound on HWY. 1804 near MM 290 the semi pulled into an approach on the north side attempting to turn around. The semi than backed across Highway 1804 to another approach on the south side. As the semi was getting turned around onto the highway to go back west, a 2017 GMC Sierra, driven by a 43-year-old male, Logan,...
Funeral services for Donna L. Umback, 66 of Fairview, MT are at 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Zion Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT with Pastor Tim O'Shields officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 10 AM to 5 PM at the Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT and one hour before service at the church. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulker...
