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City and County officials met to discuss the upcoming Enhancement Project scheduled for the block around the Courthouse. With plans to cut into the county property, parking around the courthouse will be safer and easier. The project is also being called the “beautification project”, as there is discussion of using sloped curbs, new street lights, hand-laid concrete pavers, along with many trees, shrubs and flowers. With the goal of having it all accomplished this upcoming fall, plans are bei...
With a blend of country and rock, the band ‘Slamabama’ will be performing live at the Sidney Jaycees Spring Concert. The concert will be at the Ranger Hockey Arena, Friday, April 19 with the doors opening at 7 pm and the concert starting at 8 pm. Known for their energy and fun, Slamabama is a mixture of a female vocal lead, 2 male vocalists and a “tight rhythm section.” For more information about Slamabama and to hear a sample of their music visit: www.Slamabama.com. Tickets are selling for $20...
The 3rd Annual Bakken Investor Conference brings together oil and gas companies and investors along with real estate developers and investors to connect and explore emerging investment opportunities in the Bakken Shale play. The conference affords the attendees the advantage to: Discover high growth investment opportunities, identify investments with unique revenue models, obtain the latest data on market conditions and development activities in the Bakken, connect with high-level executives and company representatives and engage in valuable...
This was the first year East Fairview school attended the regional fair as well as the State Science Fair. East Fairview students, grades 5-8, took part in a school science fair. The 7th and 8th grade students also attended the regional fair in Williston, North Dakota. Grace Dragseth, one of the students, was chosen to move on to the State Science Fair. Each region of North Dakota recognizes a 1st and 2nd place student along with two alternates. Dragseth took 1st place for the North West Region...
The Richland County Cancer Coalition, sponsored by the Richland County Health Department, is gearing up for the 8th Annual “Best Kept Secret” Bra Auction and requesting community groups, businesses, and individuals to participate by decorating and donating a “theme-related” brassiere. Last year, the event raised nearly $65,000 to help with Phase II of Sidney Health Center’s Cancer Center. Ross Rossaaen from Niehenke Welding won the “Most Supportive” award when his bra creation, entitled “Spike M...
The 4 Kids Farm Show Pig Sale went on despite the blizzarding weather. Buyers from Miles City, Circle, Richey, Glendive, Savage, Wolf Point and Sidney made it to the event. Although the attendance was down significantly from last year due to the weather, all the pigs were sold. Coming in just short of last year’s average, all 55 pigs have new homes. The pigs ranged from 33-108 pounds, with an average of about 60 pounds. The 4 Kids Farm is looking forward to next year’s sale. Above: Buyers che...
With April being National Child Abuse Prevention Month, it is important for members of our community to know the warning signs of child abuse and neglect. Some signs of possible child abuse include: bruises, welts, burns or fractures, dirty appearance, malnourishment, loss of appetite, disturbed sleep, frequent urinary tract infections, sudden behavior changes, clinging, anxiety, withdrawal or aggression, fear of a person or place, avoiding physical contact or suicidal thoughts. As parents: never leave your children alone, teach...
How important are the early years of a child's life? What is a parent's role? How do you understand and enhance a young child's growth and development? These questions and others, are central to discovering how to help children have a good beginning, a happy beginning and a bright beginning and will be the focus of the Bright Beginnings parenting class offered this spring in Watford City. Bright Beginnings will be held on Tuesday evenings, April 23, 30, May 7 and 14, at the Courthouse Meeting Ro...
The United Methodist Free Store will be open for shopping on Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m. to noon. The Free Store offers gently used clothing in all sizes, infant through adult, at no cost. The Free Store is located at 205 3rd Ave. S.E., Sidney. We also accept donations of clothing. For more information call the church office at 406-433-3110 or email [email protected]....
The Richland Federal Credit Union of Sidney & Culbertson held its annual meeting on April 9 at St. Matthew’s multipurpose room in Sidney. Drawing winners were: Back row starting from left: Jerry Redlin, Kent Simonis, Ray Christianson, Alan Seigfreid, Mike Mohl, Mark Iszler, Dan Mocko and Paul Martineau. Front row starting from left: Dorothy Rogers, Erin Wells, Jackie Pourroy, Jolene Engen, Carol Yadon and Kelly Ihde....
There will be a spring banquet honoring Mike Gear, Bernie Braden, Lynn Donvon, Sherry McMorris, Gary Arnold, and Rich Munoz, all of whom are retirees and Friends of Education from each of the buildings in our district. The banquet is to be held at The Moose Lodge, Sidney, April 25. Meal begins at 6:30 p.m. with presentations to begin around 7:15 p.m....
Richland County’s 100th Birthday Celebration is June 13-15, 2014. The Centennial Committee will have a meeting May 2, at the MonDak Heritage Center at 5:30 p.m. for nonprofits and service organizations to learn more about what is planned and the opportunities for others to participate. The celebration is a great place to fundraise and showcase your organization. Any questions call LaVanchie Starkey at 406-433-1916....
On April 4, the Watford City FFA Chapter held their 54th annual banquet. Chapter officers presented the opening ceremonies. Over 200 parents, members and guests were in attendance. Andrew Kreidt, Southwest Region Vice President brought greetings from the State FFA Officer Team. Tessa Dwyer and Shania Rolla introduced the slide show recapping the years’ events. Members were presented with both production and agribusiness proficiency awards for their Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) project...
Sidney’s Business Professionals of America will be hosting a lunch fundraiser in the Sidney High School cafeteria on Sun. April 21, from 11 am until 2 pm. The foods being served include: burgers, brats, hot dogs, baked beans, salad bar, dessert bar and beverage. Free-will donations will be accepted. There will also be a silent auction which will contain approximately 30 themed gift baskets. All proceeds will be used to raise funds to send 27 students and 5 chaperones to the National Leadership Conference which will be held May 6 through 12 i...
The highlight of the 2013 year for the Watford City FFA Chapter came Thursday, April 4th when our chapter held its 54th annual Awards Banquet. Over 200 parents, members and guests were in attendance. Every year the chapter honors local people who support the FFA by presenting Honorary FFA Degrees. This year’s recipients were Calli Thorne and Kent Taylor. Calli Thorne is an alumni of Watford City High School and was a very active FFA member throughout high school. She continued to support our FFA...
By the day of the walk, the event had raised $13,151.25, by the end of the fundraising campaign it is projected that the event will bring in approx. $24,000.00! It was estimated that there were about 75 walkers, including children. Top Teams were: Sidney Health Center - Platinum Sponsor - $6317.50 Andrew’s Angels 10 - $3493 M&M’s Mighty Miracles - $1540.00 Sidney High School Key Club - $750 Team Angel Clay - $227.24 Silver Sponsors of the event were: Glendive Medical Center – Glendive, MT Krutz...
Harvey Senn, LUTCF, FIC, of Sidney, a Financial Advisor and Regional Support Associate with Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, has earned membership in the elite 2013 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Court of the Table. Senn qualified for this honor based on his outstanding client service, ethical conduct and professional knowledge in 2012. The MDRT is an international, independent association of leading life insurance and financial services professionals. Achieving membership in MDRT’s Court of the Table is a distinguishing career m...
A “Colors of Spring” Brunch and Style Show, sponsored by the Mercy Medical Center Auxiliary will be held Saturday morning, April 20, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, 916 Main St., Williston. Fashions will be provided by JC Penney Co., Maurices, All Seasons Sport About, CAbi and J’z Fashion Threadz. Local residents will be modeling and there will be musical entertainment. Tickets are $15 a piece and limited. Reservations must be made by Tuesday, April 16. Tickets are available at the Mercy Hospital Gift Shop (701-774-7345) or from...
It's spring cleaning time again…even if it doesn't feel OR look much like it…which means the Richland County "E-rase your E-waste" committee is gearing up for its annual collection events. There are, however, a few changes in this year's program. First and foremost is the addition of a new e-cycler, Yellowstone E-waste Solutions, out of Billings, MT, according to organizers. "We've opted to go with a new e-cycler this year, not because of any issues with our previous provider, but because we want to support development of a home-grown MT e-c...
Jeremiah L. Crum, 102 Jefferson St., Watford City, ND. Assault with intent to commit rape. Convicted September, 2004, Status-Registered, ND-Risk Level-Undetermined. Public Notification of a Sex Offender Residing in McKenzie County Anthony L. Taylor (A.K.A.) Anthony L. Cox, Alexander RV Resort Spc. #3, Alexander, ND. Lewd or Lascivious Acts with a child under 14. Convicted April 26, 2000. Status-Registered, ND-Risk Level: Undetermined....
A 4.0 GPA will be marked with a “*” 9th Grade Tenna M. Cooley*, Tel R. Hermanson*, Aubrey R. Kessel*, Skylar R. Petrik*, Shelby A. Reidle*, Sarah N. Turek*, LaTasha L. Wieferich*, Camden P. Berka, Clay R. Carpenter, Kelsie P. Hall, Tess E. Ler, Mattie E. Steinley, Devon L. Watkins, Katlyn J. Winter, Brianna C. Reid, Nang A. Widiyasa, Marlee J. Zentner, Shanan G. Zueger, Tayler A. Fischer, Chelsey N. Metcalf, Maria L. McKenzie, Marcus H. Lovegren, Taryn R. Potts, Cade D. Strasheim, Desirae E. Fasching, Lindsey M. Minow, Micala M. Morehouse, Cay...
Secondary and postsecondary students from across the state of Montana attended the 2013 State Leadership Conference for the Montana Association of Business Professionals of America in Billings, Montana, March 10-12, 2013. The 2013 Montana BPA State Leadership Conference was held at the City College Montana State University – Billings, the Holiday Inn Grand Montana, and the Billings Hotel and Convention Center. Sidney members Nicole Moore, Montana State President and Tori Hill, Montana State Membership Director, were part of the leadership t...
The fourteenth class of the Sidney Leadership Program will have their graduation luncheon on April 24, at the Sidney Moose Lodge. The public is invited to attend this noon time event which is organized by the Leadership Task Force Committee of the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture. Chosen to present the keynote address is Karen Olson Beenken. Karen is a member of the Leadership Task Force, a past president of the Chamber (1998), and Executive Vice President of the family owned...
One of the most time-honored ways to make a charitable gift is a charitable gift annuity. Perhaps the first charity to employ the gift annuity with its constituents issued the first U.S. gift annuity in 1843. While gift annuities have been available for over a hundred years, there are now many creative options for structuring gift annuities based on your individual needs and desires. Thousands of people have a passionate concern for their favorite charities, yet recognize that they need future...
