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Light the Night will be held at the Foundation for Community Care parking lot, 221 2nd St. NW. on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 5-8 p.m. View the luminary lantern display in memory and honor of cancer patients. Connect to cancer patient resources like education, screenings, support, and grants for local cancer patients. Help raise awareness and funding for local Cancer Care services by purchasing a luminary, solar lantern, or making a donation! Each luminary and solar lantern are $10 per lantern. If you would like to purchase a lantern, please visit...
The Long X Arts Foundation's Watford City Area Concert Series is excited to announce the lineup for the 2022-23 Concert Series, the fourth series for the organization that is committed to providing high quality entertainment at an affordable rate for members of the community. Kicking off the Concert Series on Sept. 28 is "Brothers" featuring the hits of "musical brothers" like Lennon & McCartney, Hall & Oates, The Righteous Brothers, The Beach Boys and many others. The duo features Jim Witter...
Built in 2010, the Event Center at the Richland County Fairgrounds has been a staple on the grounds. After only 12 years it is already set for an expansion. It was built because there was a need in the community for a large indoor venue that could be rented out in sections. It has served its purpose well over the years having been the site of weddings, group and business meetings, banquets, fundraisers, fairs, and even competitions. Just Aug. 20, the fairgrounds were hosting three different events at the same time. Thanks to the ability to use...
Since the two top priorities for the economy of Richland County are workforce and childcare Richland Economic Development has focused on bringing solutions to our area. A Childcare Summit has been scheduled for Friday, Sept. 16 at the Pella Lutheran Church multi-purpose room, 418 W. Main. The summit will focus on a wide variety of topics for anyone currently operating a childcare, considering opening a daycare or someone who needs to be certified in CPR and First Aid. The objectives of the...
Jeffry Allen Johnsrud, 68, a lifelong resident of rural Watford City passed away on Aug. 30, 2022, peacefully at his home and surrounded by his loving family. Jeff was born to Alvin and Cecelia Johnsrud on June 21, 1954, and was the oldest of three children. Jeff graduated from Watford City High School in 1972 and attended ND State School of Science, Wahpeton, ND, for heating and air conditioning training. He returned to Watford City and worked at R&T Plumbing for several years before...
Mason Robert McEwen, 51, Sidney, MT, formerly of Miles City, MT, passed away on Thursday, Sept.1, 2022, at his residence in Sidney, MT. Mason is under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home in Sidney, MT. Arrangements are pending at this time....
Graveside services for Ron Mogul, 76, York, NE were held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022, at Mona Cemetery, Brockton, MT. Ron is under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Ron passed away at the York General Hospital, York, NE, on Aug.17, 2022....
MSU Extension Richland County is offering Active Parenting Classes. Whether you’re a first-time parent or juggling a household, the first five years of your child’s life are extremely important. Active Parenting is a program created by Dr. Michael Popkin who is a parenting expert. The First Five Years program is a four-session class designed to help parents learn about a variety of items such as ages and stages of development, effective discipline that young children can understand, school readiness, and much more. Classes start Tuesday, Sep...
This month, Sidney Eye Care is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Much has changed in the decade since Dr. Kristin O'Brien and Jason O'Brien purchased the practice, starting with the name itself. They purchased Family Eye Care from Dr. Greg Cavanaugh in 2012 and rebranded as Sidney Eye Care that same year. The most recognizable change occurred when the practice moved around the corner from the original location in 2016. After purchasing the rest of the building where Sidney Eye Care currently...
Sorghum, sudangrass, and sorghum-sudangrass hybrids are a great warm season forage option. However, these plants contain cyanogenic glycosides that can be converted to hydrocyanic acid (HCN), also known as prussic acid, when the plants are injured by freezing, cutting, or crushing. Prussic acid can be very toxic to livestock as it interferes with aerobic metabolism, which results in lack of oxygen and ultimately leads to suffocation of the animal. Signs of prussic acid poisoning include difficulty breathing, staggering, muscle spasms,...
Montana’s Missouri River Country and South Saskatchewan Ready have partnered together to form a cross-border tourism promotion. Missouri River Country is a Destination Marketing Organization in northeast Montana. South Saskatchewan Ready is made up of nine rural municipalities near the Saskatchewan-U.S. border. Last week the two organizations met in person at the Scobey Golf Club House for a meet and greet and to discuss steps towards developing and strengthening tourism across the border. We have similar landscapes, attractions and things t...
For nine years, local farmers and gardeners have been able to help address nutritional and food security issues in Sidney and Scobey. Harvest to Hearts accepts fresh fruits and vegetable donations to distribute to area residents. In 2013, Volunteers in Action MT in partnership started a program called Harvest for Seniors. From July through October, every year produce was donated to be given to seniors who have signed up to receive produce in Richland County one to two times a week. Anyone in the...
Memorial Services for Dale Selmer Rosaaen, will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 at the Richey Senior & Community Center, Richey, MT with Pastor Richard Evans officiating. A luncheon will follow the service at the Richey Senior & Community Center. Visitation for Dale will be held 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 with family receiving friends from 5-6 p.m., at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Masonic services, open to the public, will be held at 6 p.m. at the...
Sidney is hosting the Eastern Montana 5th Annual “Out of Darkness” Walk Saturday, Sept. 17 at Veterans Memorial Park on Main. Registration is free and participants are encouraged to join and create teams by going online at https://tinyurl.com/3h9xtcv2. Walkers can check in at 9 a.m. Opening ceremonies will start at 10 a.m, with the walk to follow. Walkers who raise at least $150 by Sept. 17 will get a free t-shirt. and those who register by Friday, Sept. 16 and raise $50 can register to win either a wallet or bandana. Donations are acc...
Bozeman - The College of Agriculture at Montana State University is accepting applications for a new leadership program focused on sustainable agriculture and agritourism. The Montana Agritourism Fellows Program: Developing Leaders to Advance Sustainable Agritourism is designed to establish and train leaders who will communicate and promote sustainable agriculture topics to farmers, ranchers, professionals and communities. The inaugural cohort will consist of 12 fellows, and applications are...
The Community Foundation Fund is giving out $11,617 in grants to local organizations. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, government agencies. Groups without such designation may enlist a fiscal sponsor. Apply ONLINE only at www.NDCF.net/McKenzieCounty tab apply for Grant. Applications are due Sept. 28. The local advisory committee will discuss the applications and determine grant awards in October. The McKenzie County Community Foundation was established to fund priority needs of the...
Fourteen-year-old William Head had a successful first year at the Richland County Fair. He is a member of the North Road Renegades 4-H Club and shows steer, market lambs, and breeding sheep. He had the 2022 Grand Champion market lamb, Grand Champion pen of two ewe lambs, Reserve Champion overall lamb breeding, Reserve Champion female lamb under one year, and Top of the Class market beef. "I was very proud of myself this year! It really encouraged me to push myself harder next year. I have worked...
The Richland County Farm Bureau is holding its annual meeting Sept. 15 at the Elks Lodge, Sidney. The county Farm Bureau will elect officers and directors, select voting delegates for the Montana Farm Bureau Convention in November, and discuss new policy that will guide the organization in the coming year. Farm Bureau leaders and staff will provide brief updates on agriculture issues and programs Farm Bureau is working on at the local, state and national level. The meeting’s guest speaker is nationally known Glen Bloomstrom, Faith Community E...
The MonDak Heritage Center is proud to present the 41st Annual Quilt & Needlework Show, opened on Aug. 31, and running through Oct. 1. This colorful exhibit features dozens of quilts and needlework form local and regional quilters, crafters, and artists. Come enjoy the fine detail and intricate design of each piece. Then have your voice heard as you vote for your favorites. The top three vote getters in the People's Choice Awards will receive prizes, $50 for first place, $30 for second place,...
Peoples Congregational Church, 405 10th Ave. SW will be having a sandwich and salad lunch, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wed., Sept. 14. Free will offering, you are welcome to grab and go or dine in. All proceeds go to the Church Endowment to assist with mission donations from the Church....
Helena, MT - Governor Greg Gianforte last week appealed the Biden administration’s approval of the American Prairie Reserve’s (APR) bison grazing proposal for 63,000 acres of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land in northeast Montana. The federal decision comes despite significant opposition from impacted communities and elected officials in Montana. In an appeal to the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), the governor outlined reasons the BLM’s decision must be reversed and the permits set aside. First and most importantly, the governor argue...
This year’s annual E-rase your E-waste event is set for Sept. 9 and 10, so clear out those closets and storage sheds and recycle all of those damaged and obsolete electronics for free. “We’ve had a number of questions from people asking about our fall event, so we are excited to let everyone know that the dates have been set,” event coordinator Heather Luinstra said early this month. “Once again, we have partnered with Yellowstone E-Waste Solutions out of Billings and we will host a joint event with the Town of Fairview. Collection times for...
The Richland County Health Department’s annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic continues as a drive-thru format, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Richland County Fire Hall in Sidney. The Drive-Thru Clinic will serve adults only, and offers both regular and high-dose flu shots. No other shots will be given during the clinic. No appointment is needed. Flu shots cannot be given to those who have animals in their vehicles. Children may be in the vehicle, but may not receive flu shots. Follow traffic signs to enter the Fire Hall fro...
The NDRA Championship Finals Rodeo will take place at the McKenzie County fairgrounds located in Watford City on Friday, Sept. 23 and Saturday, Sept. 24. The rodeo will start at 7 p.m. CT on Friday and 6 p.m. CT on Saturday. The event will have concessions and beer gardens, lots of vendors, and Junior Wild Pony Race (with buckle & prize money awarded to the champion). The Finals Rodeo will feature the top contestants in each standard event and pit them against the top stock in the state. Events that will be at the finals rodeo is bareback and...
At the 2022 Richland County Fair & Rodeo, one of the fundraising events included Tough Enough to Wear Pink with the donations benefiting the Cancer Coalition. Total funds raised from Tough Enough To Wear Pink 2022 = $6,080 plus $100 from Allison's Cookie Jar. • 1227 spectators wore pink - 4 sponsors each donated $1 per person in pink. Sponsors include: Duane & Sherry Mitchell, Blue Rock/Whiteclaw, Prairie Electric and Sidney Health Center. • $500 from Calf Scramble - Sponsors: Brookman Rod...
