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Love and caring can be seen in many different forms. One of the ways in Sidney is sharing the joy that Beanie Babies can bring to children all across the world. For many years, Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, Sidney, has served as the Operation Christmas Child collection point for northeastern Montana and western North Dakota. Operation Christmas Child, through Samaritan's Purse, sends gift shoe boxes to needy children around the world. The boxes contain toys, school supplies and...
On April 29, the Sidney Police Department arrested William Thomas Garrad, 32, Sidney, in relation to the string of vehicle break-ins in Sidney over the last few months. Garrad was charged with two counts of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, both felonies; one count of criminal possession of drug paraphernalia, a misdemeanor; one count of theft of property exceeding $5,000 or common scheme, a felony; and one count of burglary, a felony. Several additional charges are pending. Garrad is currently incarcerated in the Richland County...
Sidney native Iona Hansen can tease that she isn't the oldest person among her friends. Hansen is celebrating her 100th birthday on Thursday, May 9, but her closest friend is Ruth Iversen, who is 103 years young. "She's 103. I call her amazing," Hansen said of Iversen. "She's a very good friend. I've known her since 1946." Reaching the age of 100 is pretty amazing, too. A party is planned at the Lodge on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. to celebrate Hansen's birthday and will even include music from the...
In an effort to bolster the supply of newly constructed homes, Watford City has passed the Homeowner’s Two-year Property Tax Exemption, approved by the City Council on April 1. This new program, in compliance with N.D.C.C. § 57-02-08(35), allows a property tax exemption for a maximum of $150,000 in dwelling value; exclusive of the land on which the home is situated or any special assessments. Rita Olson, City assessor for the City of Watford City, said, “The exemption is only available to new single-family homes that have not started cons...
Representatives of the Sidney Trap Club visited with Richland County commissioners about methods to increase interest in the activity on April 29. Kaden Everett, president, Frank Saalfeld, vice president, and long-time member Bill Nankivel said about only 10 individuals show up when opening shooting takes place on Tuesdays starting at 6 p.m. and Sundays beginning at 3 p.m. The range is located across from Continental Resources at the “old, old, landfill.” Nankivel said the club featured abo...
The Fairview FFA Chapter awarded five area adults with honorary chapter degrees for their contribution to the program during its awards banquet April 29. Honored were Mark and Sheila Neu, Shaun and Michelle Jensen and Vicky Cayko. Officials said that the Neus have been strong supporters of the Fairview FFA chapter for many years. They have provided a lot of behind-the-scenes help because of their love for FFA. Mark was even an FFA officer himself. The Jensens, parents of 2023-2024 Fairview FFA...
Richland Federal Credit Union (RFCU) held its 84th annual business meeting Tuesday, April 16, at the St. Matthew’s Center, Sidney. Members heard reports from President Beth Redlin and staff members Korey Hagan (CEO), Sharon Roth (operations and accounting manager) and Corliss Nelson (vice president of lending). Among the topics highlighted was the $300,000 bonus dividend for 2023 distributed in March of this year. It was noted that as the only locally owned and governed financial institution, this money stays and is reinvested in our field of m...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce announces the Women's Wellness Collective (WWC) scheduled for Friday, May 10. WWC is presented by Seitz Insurance Agency, PCS Insulation, Claire Mayer Design and Sidney Health Center. WWC is a wellness-inspired event taking place at the historical Yellowstone Mercantile Company. WWC showcases the many MonDak businesses in the wellness industry and the vast array of services available to the community. While this event is catered to women – everyone is w...
Sidney residents are proud of their community but a winter’s accumulation of trash can diminish that pride and be unsightly to visitors. In an effort to clean up as much of the town as possible, the current Sidney Chamber of Commerce leadership class has organized a Sunrise City Cleanup for Friday, May 10 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Participants are asked to meet at Veterans Park where they will receive supplies and a map of their specific area to clean. All volunteers will receive a drink token from The Rush, courtesy of this year’s sponsor Pro...
The Richland County Health Department Injury Prevention and DUI Task Force is sponsoring a Youth Bike Rodeo on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Event Center-west end, Richland County Fairgrounds. Children are invited to help tune up a bike, pick out a helmet and take both home.Bike donations for the event are being accepted now at the City Shop, 1101 3rd St. N.E., Sidney, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m....
Celebration of Life for Jake Obergfell was at 11 a.m., on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Faith Alliance Church, Sidney, with Pastor Paul Turek officiating. A family gathering was held Friday, May 3, 2024, at 6 p.m., at the VFW Post #4099 in Sidney. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, assisted the family. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Jake Obergfell was born on Aug. 3, 1935, to Isadore (Jake) and Jean (Hately) Obergfell. He was th...
A Celebration of Life will be held for Bruce C. Keysor on May 18, at 11 a.m. at the Richey Senior Center....
Frank Axtmann, 72, Watford City, ND, passed away on Monday April 30, 2024, at the McKenzie County Health Hospital in Watford City with his daughter by his side. A memorial service for Frank will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Watford City, with Mark Honstein officiating. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com....
Funeral services for David R. McMillen, 89, are Friday, May 10, 2024, at 1 p.m., at Pella Lutheran Church, Sidney, with Pastor Barb Haugerud officiating. Military honors will be presented by representatives of the U.S. Army Funeral Guard and VFW Post 4099 Sidney. Services will be livestreamed directly on David’s obituary page. A luncheon will follow the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. David will be laid to rest in the Sidney Cemetery, Sidney. Visitation is Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson M...
Rev. Dr. Tim Tharp and Wendy Wiltzen, APRN, FNP-C, will be celebrated as the recipients of the 2024 Friend of Public Health Award at a public reception on May 13. The Friend of Public Health Award is given by the Health Department to individuals or groups in recognition of outstanding support of public health efforts in our community. Tharp was nominated by Jessica Gilbert, Behavioral Health/Crisis Coordinator at the Health Department in recognition of his strong advocacy of behavioral health initiatives in Richland County. Tharp has been...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture has reached a milestone with the announcement that Sidney has regained state status as a Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). The news means some additional funding for Sidney to market its large number of events throughout the year. “It helps with our marketing,” Kali Godfrey, executive director of the Sidney Chamber, said. In order to reach CVB status, a community needs to have more than $160,000 in annual gross lodging tax rev...
The MSU Richland County Extension Office will be hosting a container gardening workshop on Thursday, May 16, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Extension Office meeting room located at 1499 N Central Ave, Sidney. This workshop will be led by MSU Roosevelt County Extension agent Wendy Becker. Come and learn how to make a container garden and take one home! Please call the MSU Richland County Extension Office to sign up by May 15, 406-433-1206....
Richland Economic Development Corp (REDC) is pleased to announce that the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Committee has awarded its 20th loan for the purchase of a business in Sidney. Jamie Mayberry was approved for a loan to purchase the "Quick Change Oil" business. Mayberry completed an application in partnership with her lead lender, Veronica Melby, Stockman Bank, Sidney, and presented this project to the RLF committee for review. The funding request was to purchase the business, building and...
I will begin by stating how important it is for us to make it a priority to vote in the upcoming primary on June 4! Some local and state positions will be won in the primary. Don’t miss out on this important time to make your choices count! Republican Brandon Ler is my choice for House District 33. Brandon is a rancher, business owner and father. A former school board member and volunteer firefighter, Brandon has two Legislative sessions under his belt, and can hit the ground running in 2025. He is pro-life, pro-Second Amendment, and s...
The St. Matthew’s Spring Fling will take place Saturday, May 11, from 7-11 p.m. for grades 6-8, and the dance open to all area youth. This semi-formal dance will take place at St. Matthew’s Parish Center, 310 7th St. SE, Sidney. The admission is $10 per person, and boys are asked to not wear blue jeans, shorts, T-shirts and no caps or hats. The girls should not wear shorts or pants but modest dresses are encouraged....
The Richland County Health Department is encouraging families to check their vaccination records during the month of May. Outbreaks of measles and other vaccine-preventable diseases are cropping up across the U.S. To be clear, there are no measles cases in Montana. However, now is a great time for families to ensure that they are up-to-date on recommended vaccines, including measles. Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that can lead to severe health complications, like pneumonia, encephalitis and death. Infection is characterized by...
Fairview's boys' track team took first place and Fairview's girls placed second at the Fairview Invitational held on Wednesday, May 1. The Warriors accounted for 97 points for top honors in the boys' division. Richardton/Taylor took second with 80 and Savage was third with 69 points. In the girls' division, Richardton/Taylor earned first with 102 points followed by Fairview with 92 and Richey/Lambert with 77 points. Fairview's Deacon Gackle earned first in the discus with a best of 148-4. Both o...
Sidney High School's senior Chace Waters is looking to end his high school career with a bang. Waters, who placed third in the discus at last year's Class A state track meet, is off to an even better start this season. Waters earned top honors in the shot put at the Top 10 meet held in Glasgow last week. Waters was seventh in the shot put at last year's state meet. The senior noted it's the best that he has ever done at the Top 10 competition that features the best track athletes in...
Savage's boys' track team accounted for 69 points to grab third place at the Fairview Invitational on May 1. Savage's girls ran to 71 points at the meet. Zane Pilgeram led the attack for Savage's boys as he earned first place in the triple jump at 39-5, second in the long jump at 19-1 and second in the high jump at 5-10. In the pole vault, Sayer Erickson cleared 11-0 for second place and Adden Erickson cleared 8-0 for third place. S. Erickson had a mark of 139-0 for third place in the javelin....
The Richey/Lambert Fusion earned 77 points in the girls' division for third place at the Fairview Invitational on May 1. Richey/Lambert scored 12 points in the boys' division. Jolee Klempel was a triple-winner for Richey/Lambert's girls. The freshman took first in the 200 at 27.49 seconds, first in the 100-meter hurdles at 16.98 seconds and first in the shot put at 34-0. She cleared 4-10 for third place in the high jump. Brynne Hill, a sophomore, also enjoyed a strong meet. She placed second in...
