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East Fairview School was ranked #1 in the State of North Dakota by Niche, a website that ranks schools, colleges and communities across the country. The school was #1 out of 257 elementary schools and #1 out of 97 middle schools. Niche gave East Side an A+ in Academics, with 65% of the students proficient in reading and math. It also awarded the school an A + for teachers due to the student/teacher ratio of 6-1, and the excellence of the staff. Principal Gackle was totally surprised at the news...
Richland County Planner Rachel Laqua met with the Richland County Commissioners last week to discuss applying for a Community Development Block Grant through the Montana Department of Commerce to help offset the costs of updating the Growth Policy which is required by the state to be done every five years. The application will request $50,000 with the county covering the 25% matching funds. The policy will include Richland County and the cities of Sidney and Fairview. Laqua explained that the growth policy was updated in 2015 and renewed in...
Join the Long X Arts Foundation, Watford City, as they celebrate the "Beneath these Western Skies" art exhibit in their gallery at the Long X Visitor Center and The Merc on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 12 - 4 p.m. This vibrant exhibit features the contemporary western paintings of Montana artists, Afton, (who, as an artist, goes by her first name only) and Trish Stevenson. Meet the Artists, explore their work and enjoy some sweet treats with at The Merc. In addition, Trish Stevenson will be...
SIDNEY, MT – Governor Greg Gianforte celebrated National 4-H Week with young Montanans in eastern Montana last week. "Our 4-H programs in rural Montana are raising the next generation of leaders and making our communities stronger," Gianforte said. "I am always impressed to visit with young Montanans who are passionate about their projects." During a visit to the Richland County Fairgrounds, the governor got an overview from over 50 4-H members on their projects and awards won at the Summer 2...
The Market, Sidney, celebrated National 4-H Week last week by hosting former 4-Her and former Miss North Dakota Codi Miller, along with local 4-H members. Special thanks to the Market for hosting the event for the 4-H members....
In 1959-60, the City of Sidney built a two cell lagoon system to handle waste water. One primary cell was used, with infiltration into the second. In 2011 or 12, the State of Montana mandated that the city upgrade the system. A new cell was built in the footprint of the old second cell, leaving the sludge in the primary one to degrade. Biological agents have been used over the years to help with the process, but there is 60 years of accumulation with one to two feet of sludge over 38 acres of land. Public Works Director Jeff Hintz explained...
The Sidney Cross Country team hosted the Sidney Cross Country Invite on Saturday, Oct. 12. The boys’ varsity team took 3rd and were led by Carter Heggem (1st place individually) and Dyson and Romo (9th individually). The girls’ varsity team took 4th and were led by Ryleigh Kleinke (3rd individually) and Morgan Kindopp (6th individually). The middle school boys took 5th as a team. They were led by Garrick Halvorson who took 19th individually. The middle school girls took 1st place as a team. They were led by Camryn Frank (2nd individually), Ken...
Compiling stories about Fairview for the Sidney Herald about 15 years ago sparked her interest in area history and since then, Fairview native, Debbie Baxter Crossland, has been compiling the history of Fairview and its development across the state line between Montana and North Dakota. At the same time, she was writing, she started a data base with business names and personal names so she could cross check all that information. Now, she is putting all that knowledge in a book. With thousands of...
The Rough Rider Center, Watford City, has entered into a significant naming rights partnership with Northern States Tools, Watford City. This naming rights deal ensures the continued growth and success of the Rough Rider Center and Watford City Parks and Recreation. The naming rights ceremony was held Oct. 10....
A local beekeeper, Dave Moore, recently hosted the Blooming Brains Homeschool Group, a group of Richland County homeschoolers. Blooming Brains consistently hosts learning activities, field trips, and other opportunities for the children's educational enrichment. Sophia Ogbonna, a 5th grade student and regular participant of Blooming Brains wrote: "On Sept. 16, my homeschool group, Blooming Brains, was invited to visit David Moore's bee farm. We learned lots of information about how bees are...
Mackenzie Hill, a young author originally from Phoenix but now residing in Sidney, will sign copies of her debut book, "The Court of Ivory Feathers" at Page Turners, Fairview, from 9:30-11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19. The theme of this fantasy novel is learning to find the courage in yourself to overcome your fears. It is based on a girl who found normalcy in the most toxic and bloodiest village in Wylana. When she gets selected as a blood bride, she flees with her fiance' only to be betrayed....
Eight members of the Sidney Tendo Tae Kwon Do School traveled to Williston on Saturday, Oct. 12 to participate in the 30th Williston Can-Am Tae Kwon Do tournament. Schools from Williston, Sidney, Billings and Regina, Canada were present. Events in forms, team forms, board breaking and sparing were held. Competitors from Sidney and their results are as follows: Kingston Ogbonna, a 6 yr. old white belt placed 3rd in forms and 3rd in sparring. Charles Anthony, a 11 yr. old white belt placed 3rd in...
Visitation will be Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Per Paul's wishes, no public funeral services will be held. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the Sidney Church of Christ, Sidney, MT. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Paul Arthur Tjelde was born Feb. 12, 1952, in Libby, MT...
Funeral services were Monday, Oct. 21, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT, with Pastor Richard Evans officiating. Merna will be laid to rest in the Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, MT. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Merna Arlene (Jenson) Brown was born in Westby, MT, on Feb. 22, 1934, to Carla and Jens Jenson. She attended school in...
Lynda Jean (Neer) Harper was born to Gordon and Carol Neer on June 21, 1951 in Sidney, MT. She grew up and attended Sidney High School and then on to Billings, MT, to be a disc jockey for the CSTS Radio Station. In 2000, she married her loving husband, Greg Harper and moved on to Bozeman, MT, where she lived until August 2023. Lynda died Oct. 2, 2024 after a short but courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loved ones. She is survived by her husband, Greg, two daughters: Stacey Redding...
At one time, country schools dotted the landscape of Richland County. Now, only one, Brorson School, remains active. With just one teacher, and students from 1st -8th grade, the country school was the hub of the community. For many immigrant kids, it was their introduction to English; for those who attended, the memories never die. Brothers and sisters, friends and foes were all in the same room, doing their best to get along and learn their lessons. Most of the old country schools have either b...
Sidney, MT - Sidney Health Center has received a certificate of achievement for its participation in the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline Stroke post-acute care initiative to enhance guideline-based care for stroke patients, ultimately improving and prolonging lives. Stroke is a leading cause of serious long-term disability in the U.S. and approximately 795,000 people each year experience a new or recurrent stroke, according to the American Heart Association's 2023 statistical...
Amy Dalrymple - North Dakota Monitor - https://northdakotamonitor.com North Dakota's top oil regulator says companies voluntarily agreed to pump less oil to limit fire risk, with more production cuts possible if wildfire conditions worsen. Wildfires that began Saturday in North Dakota's oil-producing region have burned an estimated 110,000 acres as of Thursday. Causes of the fires are under investigation. Oil activity has not been linked to the fires, but oil regulators have been part of the...
Calgary, Alberta – Cerilon is pleased to announce the North Dakota Public Service Commission has voted to approve a Certificate of Site Compatibility for Cerilon GTL North Dakota. This milestone follows an extensive application review and public hearing held in Williston in June 2024. This is the final siting permit required for the project following the County siting approval received earlier in the year. “We’re continuing to work hard to meet the State’s high expectations for the project in its early phases of design and enginee...
Sidney, MT– Sidney Health Center is pleased to announce that Dr. Aaron J. Franke has joined the Cancer Care team as a full-time medical oncologist. Since August 2023, Dr. Franke has been serving the community as a locum physician at Sidney Health Center. His decision to transition to a long-term role reflects his strong commitment to providing high-quality care to patients in the MonDak region. Dr. Franke brings a wide-range of knowledge and experience to Sidney Health Center's Cancer Care t...
The Richland County Conservation District and the MSU Richland County Extension Office are teaming up to host an agriculture Women’s Night on Monday, Oct. 28 at the Richland County Extension Office. We invite everyone to come and join us. Women’s Night features a great lineup of agriculture speakers and topics: - Pesticide Safety and Wellness for Female Ag Producers -Wendy Becker, MSU Roosevelt County Extension Agent - Biological Control of Noxious Weeds -Melissa Maggio, MT Biological Control Project Coordinator (via zoom) - Common Tox...
Sidney Eagles volleyball team lost in 3 sets to the Havre Blue Ponies on Oct. 11. 18-25; 16-25; 15-25....
The #1 ranked Fairview Warriors played the 4-2 Scobey Spartans at Starr Field, Fairview, Friday night. The Warriors scored twice in the first quarter for a 14-0 lead. They followed up with a touchdown scoring drive to finish the half after a defensive stand with Keegan Skogas causing a fumble at the 1-yard line. Unfortunately, a snap over Loan's head sailed out of the end zone resulting in a safety making the score 21-2 at halftime. Both teams exchanged scores in the third quarter but Scobey...
