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The Watford City Rough Rider Center will be hosting its annual Rec Show Friday, March 26, 3-8 p.m., Saturday, March 27, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday, March 28, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. This three-day event will feature vendors with products ranging from fishing tackle, hunting accessories, boats, RVs, ATVs, and much more. Admission is $5 per person. Kylee Roff, RRC Business Development Manager, is excited to have the opportunity to put on this event. “Getting back to somewhat normal is very exciting.” “Our inaugural show was in 2019 where we sold out o...
As a part of the Montana-Dakota Utilities' Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), the Lewis and Clark Station will be retiring on March 31. The closure of this station is expected to have a big impact on the community of Sidney and surrounding areas. "It will have a trickle-down effect - when the Lewis and Clark Station closes down, the coal mine in Savage might have to close down, which will affect the Savage school and our sugar beet factory," stated Representative Brandon Ler (R-Savage). The Lewis...
(Updated March 24, 2021): The victim was flown to Billings, treated and released. Additional medical treatment may be required at a later date. At this time the suspect has not been located and his information has been sent out to surrounding states and all of Montana. (Original Story): On March 20 at about 2:40 a.m., Richland County Law Enforcement was advised of a 38-year-old male being treated at Sidney Health Center for gunshot injuries. It was learned at the hospital by speaking with the...
Helena – At a news conference, Governor Greg Gianforte announced that COVID-19 vaccines will be available to all Montanans beginning April 1, 2021. “A few months ago, projections estimated Montanans 16 and older would be eligible for the vaccine as late as mid-July. Today, I’m pleased to announce that we’re moving up that timeline. All Montanans 16 and older will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on April 1,” Gianforte said. “I look forward to getting the vaccine when my name is called, and I encourage all Montanans to consider doing the s...
Funeral services for Ann Fisher, 105, Sidney, MT, are at 10 a.m., Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Ebenezer Congregational Church, Sidney, MT, with Pastor David Meehan officiating. Interment will be in Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, MT, under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Ann passed away early Friday morning, March 19, 2021, at Sidney Health Center, Sidney, MT....
The Richland County Health Department is collecting names and phone numbers for those interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. What to know: • If interested, your name will be added to our waiting list and you will be called to schedule an appointment at a scheduled clinic. Allow 2-3 weeks. Thank you for your patience. • The Moderna vaccine provided by the Richland County Health Department is only approved for ages 18 and over, and is a 2-dose series. RCHD will provide both doses. • Vaccine is available by appointment only and subje...
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen are the lead plaintiffs on the complaint, which argues that Biden unlawfully changed energy policy set by Congress. Twenty-one attorneys general filed a lawsuit this week in an effort to reverse President Joe Biden’s revocation of the trans-border permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. The lawsuit is the latest in a series of moves by Montana’s elected officials aimed at reauthorizing the beleaguered project, which was designed to move 830,000 barrels of crude oil dai...
What can producers expect as the economy recovers from COVID-19 and discussion begins on innovative agricultural policies leading up to a new farm bill? What about existing risk management tools? What support can producers expect in the next few years? Montana State University Ag Economist Dr. Vincent Smith, an internationally recognized expert on agricultural and international trade policy, shares his considerable insight into these questions in the final webinar of the 2021 MonDak Ag Research...
“A” Honor Roll 5th Grade: Cameron Keller; Izak Veverka 7th Grade: Lina Smith; Jacqueline Barnhart; Adilyn Elverud 8th Grade: Erin Kelly; Daniel Reitz; Kally Strohm; Quintin Bieri 9th Grade: Ryan Eggert; Kiera Strohm 10th Grade: Joshua Sponheim; Matthew Ellerton; Mataya Veverka; Robin James; Nathan Senner 11th Grade: Ella Robbins; Jacob Smith; Shawna Eggert; Jaylyn Klempel; Nevin Kelly 12th Grade: Nicholas Ellerton; Isabelle Fatzinger; Laurel Sponheim; Caleb Senner; Samuel Smith; Toby Clinton “B” Honor Roll 5th Grade: Olivia Winhofer; Travis...
Billings - The Alzheimer's Association announced the Montana Project VITAL (Virtual Inclusive Technology for All) in partnership with the Montana Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (MGWEP). This project utilizes virtual technology to relieve the challenging symptoms of social isolation for residents in nursing homes, assisted living and memory care communities. With one-time funding from the CARES Act, the Montana Project VITAL allowed for placement of ten iN2L tablets in six senior living...
Glendive - The tipi at Makoshika State Park near Glendive is a popular place for visitors to camp, and soon the park may add a yurt to its lodging options. A yurt is a round, tent-like structure once used as a portable home by ancient nomadic tribes in Central Asia, particularly Mongolia. Nowadays, yurts have evolved into a popular, upscale camping option, boasting furnishings and other amenities. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is proposing to build a 20-foot diameter yurt at Makoshika. If approved, the yurt will be built in an existing campsit...
Sidney - After more than 40 years of dedicated service to the community and Stockman Bank, Garth Kallevig will be retiring March 31. Kallevig began working for Stockman Bank in 1981. His early years at the bank included capacities in customer service, real estate, and commercial lending. Kallevig then began his role as Sidney Market President in 2006. A native of Sidney and long-time resident, Kallevig studied at the University of North Dakota-Williston and Montana State University. He has been...
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials has announced the state now has 19 total confirmed cases of COVID-19 virus variant strains. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notified DPHHS late, March 16,and March 17 of 11 additional variant cases that match two California variant strains and a New York variant strain. These cases involve specimens of Montana residents that were submitted for testing dating back from January to early March 2021. These 11 cases are from Beaverhead, Cascade, Glacier,...
Conversations at the Capitol have taken a turn this week to focus on strategy for spending federal funding brought to Montana from The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. The American Rescue Plan Act is the Biden Administration’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package. The nearly $3 billion in funding is roughly equal to our state’s typical annual budget, so the legislators have a big job to do in strategically and thoughtfully distributing the money. They’re handling this money – marked as House Bill 632: Implement receipt of and appropr...
On Jan. 4, Dick was enjoying a pleasant day of ice fishing when a gust of wind knocked him down and he landed hard on his neck and back. The fall caused compression on his spinal column and Dick had no feeling in his legs or arms. He was rushed to the Bismarck hospital where they discovered a lot of calcium deposits and bone spurs on his spinal column with the fall causing compression on the nerves. They did surgery removing some of the bone and inserting a rod and screws in his neck to relieve the compression on the nerves. When he had...
Bozeman - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking proposals to fund up to $75 million in new, unique projects under the Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA) that take innovative and non-traditional approaches to conservation solutions at the local, regional and landscape scales. In making selections USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will prioritize projects related to climate smart agriculture and forestry. NRCS will fund up to 15 projects this year thr...
Is democracy going to fail? Experts have predicted that in the past, and now it seems more likely than ever. The Constitution was signed on Sept. 17, 1787. The relevance of this document is at risk of becoming irrelevant, and the American form of government, as we know it may become unrecognizable in the future. There are many examples of concerning changes that are underway. The border is no longer being defended. Illegal immigrants are being encouraged to come here (for cheap labor and purchased voter loyalty). A massive $1.9 trillion bill...
Sidney - The Sidney-Richland County Library has a new way to connect patrons to the world around them. Get unlimited access to the world’s best content with PressReader. Your card will give you access to more than 7,000 of the world’s top newspapers and magazines as soon as they’re available on shelves. No limit on downloads and they are yours to keep forever. Here’s a sample of just a handful of what is available: • The Guardian • Bloomberg Businessweek • Los Angeles Times • Daily Mail • L’Équipe • Der Tagesspiegel • Libération • China Daily...
Greetings from Helena! It looks like spring is on its way. We will be needing some moisture soon. We have had some emails from concerned folks wondering about some news stories regarding illegals being flown into Montana. It is disturbing that the President wants to bring a bunch of illegals into Montana and leave them for us to take care of. This is the same President who has been badmouthing President Trump about his handling of the China virus. President Biden is letting in people from all over the world while he wants us to refrain from...
Eight of the Richland Rangers Squirts playing at the Big Sky state games as Sidney Storm were able to go 4 and 2 this past weekend. Sidney Storm played 3 games Saturday morning, March 20, with 2 wins (17 to 9 over the Dickinson Kings, 11 to 4 over the Billings Gladiators) and one loss (7 to 11 against Roughnecks White) moving them to bracket play ranked 2nd in pool A. The games continued Saturday night and Sunday morning with a win over the Ice Dawgs of 10 to 3, but a loss to Roughnecks Black...
Helena - All Montana students graduating from high school in the spring of 2021 are invited to celebrate their achievements and future plans through Senior Send-Off, a virtual event organized by nonprofit Reach Higher Montana. “This statewide recognition of all students allows Montanans to celebrate the Class of 2021, which has reached graduation despite the challenges of COVID-19,” said Kelly Cresswell, Reach Higher Montana executive director. “We are excited to hear what the members of the Class of 2021 will do next. Whether stude...
Memorial services and luncheon for Ethel Hawley, 95, Fairview, MT, will be held 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Zion Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT with Pastor Audrey Rydbom officiating, under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Ethel passed away on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 at her home in Fairview, MT....
Memorial services for Bonnie Jean Meldahl, 90, Sidney, MT are at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 1, 2021, at Pella Lutheran Church with Pastor Audrey Rydbom officiating. Friends may stop by the funeral home to sign her book between 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2021. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home is caring for the family. Bonnie passed away Friday, March 26, 2021 at Sidney Health Care, Sidney, MT....
