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Oneok Partners representatives Steve Johnson, government regulations, and Brad Borror, corporate communications, met last week with area press and Sidney Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Wade Van Every to discuss progress of the future Bakken NGL (Natural Gas Liquid) Pipeline. “We are very encouraged by the progress being made.” said Johnson. “Contacting and negotiating with landowners is moving forward and the regulatory agencies involved have been very accommodating.” Settlement with ab...
Sidney Eagle fans, alumni, friends and former players are invited to come celebrate a night in honor of Hall of Fame Football Coach Mike Gear. Gear served for 35 years as head coach of the Sidney Eagles with 222 wins and 99 losses. He had 20 years in the playoffs, 10 divisional titles, 11 state championships and 9 state titles. “Mike Gear Night” will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday Oct. 7, at Maurice Swanson Field in Sidney prior to the varsity football game vs. the Hardin Bulldo...
There will be a benefit for Pastor Adrian Timmons on Sunday, Nov. 20, to help with medical expenses he has incurred as a result of a very severe car accident. The benefit will be held at the Watford City Civic Center from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Everyone is welcome....
There will be an informational meeting concerning the Richland County phase of the Dry Redwater Rural Water project at 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 27 at Girard Hall. Brian Milne, Interstate Engineering, will provide information on the project and there will be plenty of time for questions. Girard Homemakers will be serving homemade pie and coffee to attendees. Anyone interested in this important rural water project is encouraged to attend....
The Watford City Lions will be doing a fundraiser in sponsoring the Harlem Ambassadors Basketball Team again. It is similar to what the Chamber had done a couple of years ago. The game is scheduled at the Watford City High School Gym on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are through age 4: no charge, Age 5-12: $6 and Adult: $7. Funds will be used towards projects the Lions donate to: a low vision reader machine program in the area; Easter Egg hunt at the Good Shepherd Home; sponsor the Boy Scouts in Watford City and assist when needed;...
Jade Binder and Mandi Hicks wish to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Mandi is the daughter of Kitti Hicks and the late Jim Hicks, Lewistown. Jade is the son of Mark and Diane Binder, Sidney. Mandi graduated in 2007 from Lewistown High School and is employed with the Billings Health Department. Jade is a graduate of Sidney High School and MSU Billings and is the owner/operator of Perfect 10 Roofing, Billings. The couple will be married Nov. 11 at St Leo’s Catholic Church, L...
The Northeastern Arts Network presents singer/songwriter Sara Hickman on Thursday, Oct. 6 as part of the Big Sky Concert Series. This concert will be held at the Sidney Middle School Auditorium at 7 p.m. Whether a stirring rendition of her original songs, a children’s show, or a workshop for songwriters, Sara’s song craft consistently delivers heartfelt joy. From her live concerts to her appearances on “Austin City Limits” or “The Tonight Show”, Sara is a dynamic and eclectic performer. Her fund...
The Sidney High School Publications will be hosting the Homecoming Chili Feed prior to coronation on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 5-6:30 p.m. in the Sidney High School Cafeteria. Cost is $5 per person....
Funeral services for Dixie Louise (Thorgramson) DeCourdres, Fort Peck, MT are at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.5, 2011 at the Zion Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT, with Pastor Paul Brannan officiating. Cremation will follow services under the direction of the Fulkerson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Dixie died Friday afternoon, Sept. 30, 2011 at Scobey, MT due to injuries in a vehicle accident....
Funeral services for Mary West, 67, Fairview, MT were at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011 at the Zion Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT with Pastor Cal Oraw officiating. Cremation will follow services under the direction of the Fulkerson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com Mary died at the Sidney Health Center Extended Care Facility on Tuesday evening Sept. 27, 2011....
Verna Corine Shields, Butte, MT, died Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011 of leukemia at home with her family at her side. Verna’s remains are in Wayrynen-Richards Funeral Home where friends may call. Funeral services will be conducted in Journey Assembly of God Church with Pastor Randy Lindgren officiating. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery....
Harry Foss, 97, a longtime rancher from the Charlie Creek Community died Sunday evening, Sept. 25, 2011 at the Roosevelt Medical Center, Culbertson, MT. His funeral mass was celebrated on Friday, Sept. 30, 2011 at 10 a.m. (MDT) at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Culbertson. Fr. Ray Nyquist officiated and interment was in the Hillside Cemetery, Culbertson. A Vigil service was held at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in the Charlie Creek Community on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011 at 6 p.m. (MDT). Friends are encouraged to share memories and con...
McKenzie Electric Cooperative will be hosting a free soup and sandwich dinner in honor of Co-op Month in October Wednesday, Oct. 5 at the Watford City Civic Center from 5-6:30 p.m. Reservation Telephone and McKenzie Electric representatives will be available to answer questions and provide information....
Anyone who has ordered Kiwanis apples or pears is asked to pick up their fruit at the Johnson Hardware Warehouse, 3rd Ave. NE, just north of Action Auto, this Saturday, Oct. 8 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 9 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m...
Philip and Robyn Johnson of PJ’s Auto Glass and Radiator Repair, Sidney, served up a meal of chili, grilled hot dogs and cookies to the folks camping at the Richland County Fairgrounds who are here to work the beet harvest. Robyn Johnson said they just felt it was the Christian thing to do, to help them out. “They are here in our community to help with harvest and we need to help them out too,” Robyn said. They encourage other entities to show their community spirit and provide a meal as well....
Friends of Angel Avenue turned out to show support for the Second Annual Dementia/Alzheimer’s Walk held Sunday, Oct. 2 in Fairview. There were 65 registered friends signed up, up from 45 last year, who walked the designated path. All donations collected will be given to Angel Avenue at Sidney Extended Care Facility to benefit residents....
Scentsy representatives,(L to R): Keela Huotari, Jakki Waller and Carrie Edwards show some of the 580 Flood Buddies that were donated to children in Minot affected by the floods. Donations to purchase the flood buddies came in from Sidney, Williston, Fairview and Miles City as well as Minnesota, California, Arizona and Oregon. The ladies would like to thank the community for their amazing support of this project. The flood buddies were distributed in Minot last Saturday at the Town and Country...
The Roundup, along with Fairview businesses is holding a sugar beet decorating contest in conjunction with Harvest Days. Decorated beets need to be dropped off at The Powder Keg between now and Tuesday, October 11. Prizes will be given to the top three in each of three age categories: five and under, 6 to 9 years and 10 to 12 years. Top prize in each age group is a $20 gift certificate to the Powder Keg. Prizes will be awarded and pictures taken at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 12 at the Powder Keg....
The Watford City FFA Chapter along with nine other chapters from northwest North Dakota recently held its annual District Leadership Conference at Williston State College. Watford City was well represented with 27 of its members attending along with advisors, Justin Johnsrud and Scott Wisness. Watford City placed third in Chapter-of-the-day points, behind Stanley and Kenmare. The Parliamentary Procedure team, consisting of our chapter officers received a silver award and placed third. Members...
Pete Kummer (left) shows off his northern and bass while Duane Kummer (right) holds his northern and walleye....
Upland bird season has arrived, and hunters tend to separate into two loose groups: those who hunt with dogs and those who hunt without the assistance of a four-legged friend. Those who prefer to have trained dogs along to help with the hunt generally use either pointing or retrieving dogs in their quest for game birds. Bob Crandall, Yellowstone Kennels owner/operator, Sidney, trains both pointing and retrieving dogs but he specializes in the retrievers, as he believes retrieving dogs best fit...
It is easy for veteran hunters, dads and granddads to plan traditional hunts to favored spots. But sometimes, in the excitement, the needs of young hunters in the family may be overlooked. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials encourage experienced hunters—family or friends of family—to take the time to mentor young hunters. FWP helps make it easy by offering special seasons and other license opportunities. Here are a few of these special opportunities for young hunters. Oct. 20-21 is a statewide, two-day, youth-only deer season. The sea...
State wildlife officials remind landowners, hikers, anglers, OHV riders and others in the outdoors this fall to report wolf sightings to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. The public’s sightings help verify the activity, distribution and individual pack sizes of Montana’s wolf population. To report a wolf sighting, use the form found on the FWP website at fwp.mt.gov. Information about where, when and how many wolves are seen, and if possible the GPS coordinates of a sighting is especially helpful. To learn more about Montana’s wolf popul...
Hunters—don’t delay. Montana law requires hunters to obtain permission for all hunting on private land. Landowners may grant permission in a face-to-face contact or over the phone, in writing or by posting signs that explain the type of hunting allowed and under what conditions. It is a hunter’s responsibility to always carry a copy of the current hunting regulations and appropriate maps to ensure that he or she knows whose land they are on or what game may be legally taken....
Cody Gibson shot this elk north of Winnette Sept. 17. He had to hike six miles one way and watched the herd of about 80 head for 1½ hours. He watched this bull elk bugle and chase off 6-7 other bull elk. The bull then walked in front of him about 40 yards away in between a two-tree clearing where he aimed and released his first shot into the neck. He walked about 20 more yards where he shot two more times to make sure his elk was down. He scored his bull which is the measuring of inches on the...
