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The Chemical Dependency Bureau of DPHHS is excited to work alongside the Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC) for State Prevention Programs in announcing the most recent interagency collaboration for prevention in Montana: the procurement and upcoming arrival of 100,000 Deterra medication disposal bags. Deterra bags, an at-home medication disposal system or drug deactivation system does not need to be mailed-in or taken to a disposal site making them ideal for rural and frontier Montana households. These Omni degradable bags contain...
Billlie Hillsland’s Lularoe and Chris Entzel’s J+C Essentials will be holding a free will donation BBQ and selling products, 3-6 p.m., Friday, September 29 in The Rush’s parking lot. A percentage of the proceeds from products sold by Lularoe and J+C Essentials will be given to Montana Stockgrowers Association to help those who have been affected by the fires in Western Montana. One hundred percent of the money gathered from the free will donation BBQ will be given to the Montana Stockgrowers Foundation....
McKenzie County is grateful for the incoming rain last weekend, but the inclement weather has postponed the Annual Heritage Day celebration scheduled for September 16. The event will now take place on Saturday, September 23. The times and events have not changed. Festivities will begin at 11 a.m. Central time in Heritage Park in Watford City on the 23, and all are welcome to celebrate. Admission is a free-will donation. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., the District I Cattlewomen will serve slushburger meals for $5 to prepare you for day-long...
A state hearing on proposed radioactive oil waste disposal rules will take place at 7:00 PM, September 20th, 2017 (informal state Q&A at 5:30) at the MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE, Sidney, MT. Link to DEQ draft radioactive oil waste rules and hearing schedule: http://deq.mt.gov/DEQAdmin/dir/legal/hearing Seth Newton and other landowner neighbors of Montana’s only current radioactive oil waste disposal facility, located near Glendive, will join other eastern Montanans traveling to Sidney to testify at a September 20th hearing on the M...
To start off the day, enjoy breakfast at the Sidney Elks Club in Sidney at 8 a.m. with proceeds going to the Jamison Whiteman fund. At 11 a.m. join in the fun at the Wanna Be An Elk golf scramble at the Sidney Country Club. To end the day, there will be a free will offering pig roast and silent auction Sat., Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. at the Elks Club, 123 3rd St. SW in Sidney to benefit Jamison Whiteman, son of Jamie and Leslie Whiteman of Sidney. Jamison Whiteman is the cutest 8 year old boy you will ever meet with the biggest smile around. Jamison...
Funeral services for Richard Buxbaum, 86, of Sidney are at 10 a.m., Friday, September 22 at Ebenezer Congregational Church in Sidney with Pastor David Meehan officiating. Interment will be in Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, MT under the direction of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Richard died Sunday evening, September 17 at this home in Sidney surrounded by his family....
Donald W Lind, 87, Billings, MT (formerly of Sidney, MT), passed away Aug. 7, 2017, at his home. A celebration of Don’s life is planned for Memorial Day Weekend 2018 in Hardin, MT....
Mass of the Christian Burial for Duane “Chuck” Reynolds was held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, Sidney, MT with Father Jim O’Neil as presider. Wake services were held at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017 at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, was entrusted with the arrangements. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Duane “Chuck” died on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 10, 2017 at his home in Savage, MT...
The VFW Auxiliary announces this year’s Buddy Poppy Campaign. Through the Buddy Poppy campaign, more than 10 million dollars is raised each year, all of which is dedicated entirely to veterans’ welfare locally and nationwide. The VFW Buddy Poppy annual distribution starts Tuesday, September 19 and will continue through Saturday, September 30. Please give generously when asked and wear your Buddy poppy proudly....
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) would like to notify the public and seek comments on a proposal to resurface about 0.7 miles of urban roadway in Sidney. The project includes four segments of roadway, as follows: 1) 5th Street between 7th Avenue Southeast and 9th Avenue Southeast, 2) Lincoln Avenue between West Holly Street and 4th Street Southwest, 3) 9th Avenue Southwest between 5th Street Southwest and 7th Street Southwest, and 4) 14th Street Southwest between 9th Avenue Southwest and South Central Avenue. Proposed work...
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is encouraging all Montanans 6 months of age and older to fight flu and get vaccinated now against influenza in order to decrease their risk of becoming ill. In Montana, the flu season usually peaks in January and lasts through May; however, flu outbreaks can be unpredictable. It is best to get vaccinated before the influenza virus starts circulating. Officials say the vaccine is now readily available. The influenza vaccine is the best form of protection against the flu and provides...
Larry and Tami Christensen have been remodeling their home in Sidney ever since they moved in over 25 years ago. Larry learned the art of building from his father who is a contractor and has an eye for detail while Tami contributes her ideas and enjoys the redesign. Their latest project involved a complete remodel of the kitchen and dining room. First to go was a support wall which necessitated reinforcing the trusses above. A partial wall, which separated the kitchen and dining area, was also...
(BPT) - The end of summer doesn't have to mean the end of your gardening enjoyment, even if you don't have the time or climate for a full plot of food plants. Herbs are perfect fall crops; they are prolific growers, can satisfy your desire for fresh, garden-grown greens and are one of the easiest ways to elevate your recipes from so-so to so good! Plus, they're ready to harvest and growing your own will make a dent in your grocery bill. The fall gardening experts at Bonnie Plants offer some gard...
Whether it's the leaves changing colors, sweatshirt weather, or pumpkin spice everything, the fall season offers something for everyone. Family-friendly activities abound in the MonDak region, offering fall festivities to suit every family's taste. Be sure to mark the following five activities on your calendar so you don't miss out on all things fall! September 15th-October 22nd, Cottonwood Forest: If pumpkins make fall complete for you, Cottonwood Forest is your go-to fall spot. Formerly known...
Two little old people, my husband and I, finally moved into our forever cabin. We plan to live here until we die, or until those nice young men in their clean white coats come to take us away to the home for the mentally deficient. When we first moved to Virginia City, we bought a hundred year old house. We liked that house, but we both quickly realized that we could not afford to maintain such an old home if we both wanted to retire from full time jobs anytime in the foreseeable future. It...
Bev and Dale Salmen opened Home Comforts at 619 2nd St. W.in Williston in May of 2017 to "help people Love the place they call home." Customers are treated to a charming, relaxing atmosphere as they browse the rooms full of home decorating treasures. Salmens owned an art gallery in Minnesota before moving to Williston, while a friend had a design shop. Home Comforts is a melding of the two featuring home décor, original art, and a mixture of refurbished, handcrafted and new pieces. "We love...
The Foundation for Community Care is excited to partner with a variety of other non-profits in our area to celebrate the fall season. Every weekend in October, a different non-profit organization will host a fun-filled weekend of activities, food, and fun. The 2017 season at the Non-Profit Pumpkin Patch starts on Saturday, October 7th & Sunday, Oct. 8th. We haul pumpkins and other produce like squash, gourds, straw bales, corn stalks and decorative corn into the yards each week in October so you get the best blast of autumn color. Pumpkins are...
For most Montanans, this is not just another fire season. The 2017 season started early and is predicted to continue until a season-ending event such as rain or snow by November. Unfortunately for the thousands of people evacuated from their homes, and the tens of thousands that breath unhealthy air every day, we are in it for the long-haul. Montanans know that summer brings wildfire, however, over the past 15 years fire season starts earlier, ends later, and burns hotter. According to the Northern Rockies Coordination Center, over 5 million...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) would like to notify the public and seek comments on the draft Montana Freight Plan, the state’s first plan to provide guidance for both short- and long-term freight-related transportation investment decisions. The Montana Freight Plan was developed in accordance with 49 USC 70202 and in alignment with MDT’s long range multi-modal policy plan, TranPlanMT. The plan was developed with input and advisement of freight stakeholders doing business in Montana. This plan will be updated, as required, every...
In our effort to confront and reduce buzzed and impaired driving, Richland County Injury Prevention & DUI Task Force was able to continue the Ride Token Program this summer. This year’s Richland County Fair and Rodeo Token Project ran from August 2, 2017, to August 5, 2017. One hundred free ride tokens were provided to the beer garden and 50 to the Richland County Sheriff Department for dissemination. We are proud to report 91 Fair attendees were provided a FREE and SAFE ride home. A 203% increase in riders from 2016 RCF&R. The 2017 RCF&R Ride...
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Library Card Signup Month. During the month of September the American Library Association joins public libraries nationwide to highlight the value of a library card. September also reminds students and families starting a new school year that a library card is the first step toward academic achievement and lifelong learning. So what does your Sidney-Richland County Library card get you in 2017? Lots more than just books! The library has free WIFI for your...
Montana producers have until Oct. 2, 2017 to sign-up for FSA’s Noninsurable Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) coverage for all 2018 Annual Fall-Seeded Crops, Perennial Forage and Grazing, Mixed Forage Crops (includes spring seeded annual types of mixed forage), Rye, Speltz, Triticale, Wheat and Garlic. NAP provides a catastrophic level (CAT) coverage based on the amount of loss that exceeds 50 percent of the expected production at 55 percent of the average market price for the crop. NAP offers buy-up coverage for the 2015 through 2018 c...
Has caring for a loved one become stressful for you? Caregiving is rewarding, but let’s face it: caregiving is not easy—physically, emotionally and financially. “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is a class designed to provide you, the family caregiver, with the skills you need to take care of yourself. Classes will be held on six Mondays—October 2 to November 6 from 12:15 to 1:45 pm at the NDSU Extension Service/McKenzie County Office Meeting Room (office is located in the County Building...
The MonDak Heritage Center announces the Williston Area Visual Artists (WAVA) Art Show, on display from Tuesday, October 3 through Saturday, November 4 at the MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave SE, Sidney, MT. This year’s show features artwork from club challenges. Each artist received squares of a painting to complete, that when put together became “The Scream” by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch. For another challenge artists submitted pieces of their favorite era. WAVA support artists and the arts and provides a nurturing and supportive envir...
