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B&B Builders of Sidney is opening a new office/warehouse complex which will house B&B Sales and Service at the corner of Hwy 16S and Hwy 23 just south of the weigh scales. The new business will have three parts: Chief Steel Buildings Sales and Service, Trailer Sales and Service and Butler Steel Buildings Sales and Service. The trailers, which will be from various manufacturers, will be towable by a pickup. Flat beds, cargo, gooseneck, tilt bed and dump trailers will all be available. “We’ll hav...
Homefest is a Watford City tradition that celebrates class and family reunions, street dances and warm weather. This year’s Homefest is Thursday, June 27 through Saturday, June 29. The weekend festivities start on Thursday night and do not stop until Saturday night. Thursday evening opens the weekend with Summer Sounds from 5-8 p.m. featuring Lonesome Willy and Jessie Veeder performing at the Tourist Park at 6 p.m.; there will be food provided by local organizations as a fundraiser. Friday begins with a petting zoo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at D...
Americans love to celebrate the Fourth of July with family, friends, food and fireworks, but too often alcohol turns the party into a tragedy, making this iconic holiday one of the most deadly times of the year on the nation’s roads. That’s why local law enforcement agencies, along with the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP), are stepping up their presence throughout the state to protect public safety by catching and arresting impaired drivers. In addition, law enforcement agencies are appealing to the public to do their part. Anyone who obs...
Richland County Extension will be holding an organizational meeting for this year's Richland County Farmer's Market. If you are interested in becoming a vendor or have previously been a vendor, you are encouraged to attend this open meeting. Vendors can sell a variety of items, ranging from homemade crafts, to produce to certain baked goods. This meeting will discuss the organizational details of the Farmer's Market, as well as safety regulations regarding the sale of foods. The meeting will take place Monday, July 8th, at 6:00PM in the...
On June 7th Troy Simonsen was ordained to the Priesthood of Jesus Christ by Most Rev. David D. Kagan Apostolic Administrator, Diocese of Fargo, Bishop of Bismarck at the Cathedral of St. Mary, Fargo N.D. On Father’s Day he returned to his home parish St. Matthew’s in Sidney where he celebrated Mass. Afterwards a reception was hosted for Rev. Troy Simonsen by Catholic Daughters Court Mother Cabrini #1766....
The Mon-Dak Ag Showcase is an annual public event showcasing and promoting the Mon-Dak region as an ideal place for new agricultural businesses and development. The event also promotes the irrigation development and potential in the region, with the crop diversity taking place on dryland conditions. The event is hosted to promote the region as a viable ag producing region on various crops and livestock and to showcase the current and potential ag processing located in the region. One of the...
E-cigarettes, or electronic cigarettes, have been largely unregulated, and there have been many doctors and others questioning the safety of these products. Electronic cigarettes typically use a rechargeable battery-operated heating element to vaporize the nicotine in a replaceable cartridge. Nicotine, the addictive element of tobacco, is usually dissolved in propylene glycol, a clear and colorless liquid that is commonly found in inhalers, cough medicines and other products. A laboratory analysis of e-cigarettes samples by FDA revealed that...
You are invited to display exhibits in the Open Class Show held during the McKenzie County Fair, July 11-13 in the 4-H Building on the McKenzie County Fairgrounds. Top exhibit in each class can receive $10 and monetary awards will be assigned to all exhibits receiving ribbons as follows: Grand, $3; Purple Ribbon, $2.50; Blue Ribbon, $2; Red Ribbon, $1.50 and White Ribbon, $1. Entries can be brought to the McKenzie County Extension Office if you cannot bring them to the Homemaker Building during...
Funeral service for Nicholas “Nick” Jones, 64, of Sidney is at 10 a.m., Friday, June 28, 2013 at Pella Lutheran Church with Pastor George Karres officiating. Cremation will follow services under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Nick died on Sunday, June 23, 2013 at his cabin in Skunk Bay, McKenzie County, ND....
Mass of the Christian burial for Joseph “Joe” Sticka, 94, of Sidney will be Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 10 a.m. at St. Matthews Catholic Church in Sidney, MT, with Father Ned Shinnick and Father Jim O’Neil presiding. Wake service for Joseph V. Sticka of Sidney, MT, will be Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at 7 p.m. at Fulkerson Memorial Chapel. Interment will be in Richland Memorial Park under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Joe died after a short...
Attention all graduates of the Sidney Senior High School Class of 1983. The dates for the 30th reunion will be August 2nd and 3rd, 2013. We will kick off our activities with a no-host social gathering at the Elks Lodge at 7 p.m. on Friday the 2nd. Come enjoy a beverage while sharing your favorite high school memories. We will have pictures to provide visual proof that we were skinnier and had more hair. On Saturday morning, we will block off a group of tee times at Sidney Country Club for those who wish to golf. You will be responsible for...
Sherry’s 2nd Annual Softball Tournament is approaching fast. It will be held July 13th at South Meadow Softball Complex. This event is open to all ages. Prizes will be given out all day. Concessions will be available. Proceeds will go for continuing the tournament as well as purchasing equipment. Entry fee is $100/team. I invite you to put together a team(s) with your employees and families. Last year’s tournament was a great success but I still need your help. Any donation to the tournament would be much appreciated. We are close to purchasing...
It's that time of year again when July kicks off the annual Wolf Point Wild Horse Stampede. This year marks 90 years of ropin, ridin and plenty dirt flyin! So, dust off that Stetson hat and shine up those silver studded belt buckles because this could be one of the wildest rodeos in the west! This year's events are taking place July 11, 12, and 13 at the Marvin Brookman Stadium. The rodeo lines offer something for everyone, whether they enjoy the thrill of watching bronc and bull riding, the wild horse race or just cozying up with fellow onlook...
This past week I had the opportunity to drive through the eastern two-thirds of the county. The countryside has a beauty we do not see often. On the negative, the number of acres planted exceeded my expectations. It looks like there will be a few more acres of corn to harvest this fall, anyway, I hope so. The last time we gave corn a good try on the non-irrigated acres, the summer and fall did not produce enough heat units to make corn again. Compared to wheat, we know that the above ground...
Richland County Injury Prevention Team & DUI Task Force will be holding their quarterly meeting Wednesday, July 10th at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Service Building upstairs conference rooms. Come view the year-end reports, this year’s work plan and compiled statistics. Judge Mohr will share information on Richland County DUI Statistics. Become a part of planning strategies that will reduce unintentional injury and DUI crashes in our community. The video Cops n’ Docs will be shown around 7:30 p.m. Please call Mary Friesz at the Richland Cou...
Eagle Country Ford of Sidney has promoted two experienced employees into top positions in the company. Kelly Lambert has assumed the service manager position after being employed by Eagle Country Ford for two years. He has 18 years of automotive experience with 12 of those as service advisor with Archie Cochrane Ford in Billings. He originally came to Sidney as manager for NFB. “I came into Ford looking for a part one day, and I’ve been here ever since,” he said. Lambert’s main focus as service...
Members of the 2013 Sidney Eagle Football Team competed in the Dickinson State Football Camp June 16-18. Pictured Front L to R: Justin Candee, Matt Dey, Bridger Coffman, Brady Rooks, Austin Kendall, Jordon Stevens, Caleb Benson, Gresh Jones, Casey Christian, Jared Steinbeisser. Back are: Brenley Steinbeisser, Trace Jones, James Haraldson, Dawson McGlothlin, Garrett Darby, Clay Carpenter, Logan Thiel, Casey Christensen, Nathan Anderson, Josh Alexander, James Haraldson, Quinn McGothlin, Hunter...
Nearly 10 years ago in August 2003 the 8,600-square-foot facility known as the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center, held its grand opening. The $2.2 million facility was built with local, state and federal funding approximately one-half mile east of Fort Buford, to tell the stories of the area near the confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers and to share the views that Lewis and Clark Expedition members enjoyed when they visited in 1805 and 1806. In addition to the Conf...
ATVs & Side-by-Sides are not toys. Serious injury can result from improper use of them, but with preparation and practice, you can safely develop and expand your driving/riding skills. Riding ATVs & Side-by-Sides can be an enjoyable form of outdoor recreation when done properly. They can also be used for agricultural or utility use. Take a course on ATV or Side-by-Side safety; always wear a helmet and proper personal safety equipment; read, understand and follow the owner’s manual and safety w...
For folks who live for the excitement offered by a day in the great outdoors, there is perhaps no greater treasure on the Northeast Montana Hi-Line than Fort Peck Lake. And for anglers hoping to launch their boats and cast off into the cool depths of the lake in search of the one that hopefully doesn’t get away, there is perhaps no greater hot spot than the Fort Peck Marina and Bar. For outdoor enthusiasts the marina is a place for fueling up both on and off the water. Patrons can grab snacks a...
The MonDak Heritage Center is hosting a MonDak Sampler Class with two separate sessions in July. Children will have the opportunity to learn a variety of skills in watercolor, sculpture, drawing, mixed media and acrylic/tempera. Viewing exhibits, playing games and having fun are all on the agenda as well. Summer Sampler Week 1 for 4th – 7th grade will run Noon – 4 pm, July 8-12 Summer Sampler Week 2 for K-3rd grade runs Noon – 4 pm, July 15-19. Cost is $35 and includes art supplies and materials, snacks and a T-shirt. Lunch will not be provi...
Sunrise Festival of the Arts to be held Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the Veteran’s Memorial Park in Sidney 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.......................................Janice McWilliams Vocal Gospel 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m............................The Possibility Players Pat McWilliams, Performing Troupe 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.................................................Sunrise Brass Brass Quintet 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m......................Bennion Family Fiddlers Annika, Bronte, Tarquin Bennion with John Mercer-Guitar 11:30 a.m. to 12 p...
ONEOK Partners along with the North Dakota Public Service Commission has announced the building of the new 100 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d) natural gas processing plant near Watford City. This facility, Garden Creek III, will be adjacent to ONEOK’s Garden Creek I plant and will be located on the same 80-acre parcel where the company is currently building another natural gas processing plant, Garden Creek II. The expected cost of the Garden Creek III plant and its related i...
The Montana Department of Commerce Office of Tourism (MTOT) is bringing its tourism and brand workshop, entitled “Coming Together to Expand Montana’s Tourism Story,” to Sidney, June 27th at the Elks Lodge. This free workshop is an outreach effort to assist businesses in northeastern Montana in bolstering their ability to attract and retain visitors to their area, and to learn about social media sites and best practices. With tourism being one of Montana’s leading industries and a key economic driver for the state, MTOT views the worksho...
Richland County Extension and the Richland County Health Department are pleased to offer a free, 3-week prenatal nutrition program. Living and eating healthy during pregnancy is crucial for both the mother’s and newborn’s health. A balanced diet is important to provide nutrients for the growth of the unborn, and prevent low birth weight. For mothers, a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy can also prevent excess weight gain, heartburn, nausea and infection. This new program will clear up the myt...
