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During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Sidney Health Center kicked off a new program for all cancer patients in honor of Theresa Livers, who was a breast cancer survivor and healthcare leader. Theresa's Sunshine Care Packages feature a large tote with personal care items that will be given to new patients receiving chemotherapy, radiation therapy or both at Sidney Health Center's Cancer Care. Theresa embodied the spirit of community, generosity, and leadership. During her healthcare career of...
Want to know more about ag research in this area? And the results? Have questions you'd like answered on crops and cropping systems, weeds, and diseases, or other issues impacting your farm or ranch? Have suggestions for new research in the MonDak? Here's your opportunity! Scientists from the MonDak area's three ag research centers in Sidney, MT and Williston, ND are hosting the second annual MonDak Ag Research Summit at the Richland County Event Center in Sidney on Wednesday Nov. 14, from 9 am...
On Saturday, November 10th, the McKenzie County Health Systems will be offering Free Stop the Bleed Classes. The courses will be taking place during Women’s Day Health Expo at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City, North Dakota. Starting at 9:00 a.m. the Keynote Speaker, Dr. Mary Aaland, a surgeon with over 20 years of experience from Fargo, ND, will be discussing the Stop The Bleed Program. Dr. Aaland will be instructing the Stop The Bleed courses. She is motivated to teach participants that they can save a life if provided with the proper t...
The Fairview Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to kick off the holiday season Sunday, November 11 with a full day of fun and shopping in Fairview. The annual craft bazaar runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Fairview cafeteria and commons area, with vendors selling everything from crafts to delicious food items. Pick up that perfect gift or some special items just for yourself. Take in demonstrations including chalk painting and enjoy music by Sunrise Brass from 2 to 3 p.m. Head out to Sundheim Park for one of the most special nights of the...
Shepherd of the Valley is holding their annual fall bazaar and bake sale on Saturday, November 10 beginning at 9 a.m. at 211 East Holly Street in Sidney. Bring a friend and come for a fresh baked cinnamon roll and coffee or just enjoy some shopping for that VIP in your life. Choose from our selection of specialty gift baskets, crafts and quilts. Baked goods will also be available for sale. Soup and sandwiches, pie and coffee will also be available for purchase....
Memorial service for Colette Axtmann, 61, of Watford City, ND was held at 11 a.m., Monday, November 5 at Fulkerson-Memorial Chapel, Watford City, ND. A family and friends service was held at 7 p.m., Sunday, November 4 at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Watford City, ND. Cremation has taken place. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Remembrances, pictures and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Colette passed away on Thursday, November 1 at McKenzie County...
A friends and family service was held Monday, November 5, at 6 p.m. for Shirley Wegner of Sidney, MT at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT with Pastor Neil Lindorff officiating. Funeral services will be Thursday, November 8, at 11 a.m. with a viewing one hour prior at American Lutheran Church, Billings, MT with Pastor Tim Tostengard officiating. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Remembrances, pictures and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Shirley passed away...
Reynolds Market is looking for the best soup around. A Soup Contest, sponsored by Reynolds Market, is happening Nov. 23 as part of the Small Town Christmas celebration, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Restorx building, downtown. Prizes will be awarded. For more information on the contest go to Reynolds Facebook page or call Libby at Reynolds Market, 433-2305. Sign up today at Reynolds Customer Service Desk or on Reynolds Facebook page. The public will vote for their favorite. A free will offering will be taken with proceeds going to the Sidney Fire...
Montana State University is working on a computerized Cognitive Behavior Therapy program called Thrive. This program is designed to help adults learn positive coping strategies and improve their every-mood. So far, the program has been shown to positively impact adult Montanans by reducing depression and anxiety symptoms. There will be a community meeting on November 8, 2018 starting at 5:30. The meeting should last about an hour and a half. The meeting will be held at the Richland County Extension Office located at 1499 Nth Central Ave in Sidn...
McKenzie County, ND - The Community Foundation Fund is giving out over $5,400 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 by Nov 10th. The local advisory committee will discuss the applications and determine grant awards in November. The McKenzie County Community Foundation was established to fund priority needs of the community that would not...
Consumer Loan Department Manager Pam Burman hands out candy to a young cowboy on October 31 during the trick or treating event held at Stockman Bank in Sidney. (Photo by Kory Lassey)...
Pictured are the K-4th grade participants and coaches in the 1st Annual "Little Eagle" Girls Basketball Program this Fall. The program started about the 2nd week of September, met about 12 times on each Monday & Saturday and concluded on Saturday, October 27 at West Side Gym. The program worked on instructing the young players on developing their fundamentals in areas such as shooting, ball handling, passing and defense. On the last day each participant received a t-shirt, basketball and...
JUUL, among other e-cigarettes, is addicting a whole new generation of Montana youth to nicotine. State health officials are sending an urgent message about the dangers of JUUL, a type of e-cigarette, and especially its impact to Montana’s youth. Department of Public Health and Human Services Director Sheila Hogan said a 2018 study published in the Tobacco Control journal found that most JUUL users (63%) are unaware that the product contains nicotine. She said one JUUL pod is equivalent to a pack of cigarettes, or 200 cigarette puffs. ...
BOZEMAN - As part of Montana State University's yearlong celebration of its 125th anniversary in 2018, November will highlight the College of Agriculture. Included in the monthlong celebration is the 19th annual Celebrate Agriculture event, held on Friday, Nov. 9, through Saturday, Nov. 10, in the MSU Strand Union Building Ballrooms. The two-day event will feature the MSU Department of Agricultural Economics and Economics'annual Outlook Seminar, "Agriculture and Political Uncertainty,"...
Fairview School held its first concert of the season Tuesday, October 30 with a delightful selection of choir and band music from 5th grade through high school....
The MonDak Heritage Center announces its schedule of November & December Art Classes! Create artwork with us, strengthen your art skills, and have a great time! Our art schedule includes: Saturday, November 10, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Basket Weaving Workshop, $25 Thursday, November 15, 12 p.m. & 6 p.m. -Vintage Ceramic Christmas Tree Class, $65 Thursday, November 29, 12 p.m. & 6 p.m. - Glass Fusion Chihuly Bowl Class, $45 December 6, 12 p.m. & 6 p.m. - Woodburning Ornaments Class, $15 December 11-13, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. -Walk-in Holiday Art: Handprint...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds waterfowl hunters that they can help prevent aquatic invasive species from infesting Montanas wetlands, rivers and lakes. The three steps of*Clean, Drain, Dry*greatly minimize the risk of spreading invasive species. Waterfowl hunters use gear that should be inspected before hunting in a new area. Waterfowl hunters should: • Clean aquatic plants, animals, and mud from boat, trailer, waders, boots, decoys, decoy lines, and push poles. • Drain water from decoys, boats, motors, and other hunting equ...
Montana agricultural producers are reminded of the following USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) dates and deadlines: • Nov. 12: All Hay Bales Must be Removed from Managed Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) • Nov. 15: 2019 Acreage Reporting Deadline for Apiculture, Perennial Forage, Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) including Native Grass, Fall Wheat (Hard Red Winter), and all other Fall-Seeded Small Grains. Please note that this is the final date that FSA can accept late-filed 2018 reports for these crops. • Nov. 16: Last day of 2017 Wildf...
Changes are coming to your federal and state taxes this year, and the Montana Department of Revenue wants all Montanans to understand what’s new and to find filing help if they need it. “No one is thrilled to file their tax returns, but taxes are how we make sure Montana has the funds for schools, roads, law enforcement, and assistance for of our neighbors who need it,” said Gene Walborn, director of the Montana Department of Revenue. “It’s one of the ways we keep the Montana way of life a reality for all of us.” For most Montanans,...
Fairview High School Honor Roll High Honor Roll Grade 9: Megan Asbeck; Danielle Berry; Lauren Kjos; Vilate Knapp; Cody Scarpholt; Avery Seadeek; Lacie Selting and Teigan Taylor. Grade 10: Jadyn Gackle; Scout Hofer; Antone Norby; Daniel Porter; Maysen Poulsen; BayLee Schlothauer; Jessie Scholes and Morgan Slade. Grade 11: Cody Asbeck; Britnee Gullikson; Joshua Herron; Ashley Karst; Trevor Karst; Thomas Neu; Jade Schlothauer; Alex Schriver and Jesse Selting. Grade 12: Emily Axtman; Carson Cayko; Kellie Hansen; Bryce Neu; Jaycie Rau; Gabriela...
F.T. Reynolds Co. has just completed its first year of the Friends of Reynolds program and is excited to share the news. A total of over $26,000 in donations has been awarded to participating non-profit groups in the Sidney, Glendive, Miles City, Baker and Glasgow stores. Each quarter Reynolds Market stores donate a percentage back of the total purchases made by the FOR nonprofit members. This final quarter $7039 has been given back to the FOR nonprofits. For more information on the Friends of...
The love of hunting has taken Dr. John Herr from Australia to Zimbabwe and the proof of his success is displayed artfully in his rural Williston home. He enjoys the finding and the taking of the animal, but also feasts on the scenery whether in the United States or more exotic lands. Herr got a little taste of hunting when he was young, enough to get him interested. But, it wasn't until he moved to Williston that he had the opportunity and the time to explore it. He has hunted everything from...
SHS Speech, Drama & Debate Team travelled to Billings to compete in the Eastern Montana Kickoff hosted by Billings Skyview and Shepherd. There were 35 schools representing AA, A, B & C and around 420 competitors. In the end, The Drama Team placed 2nd with Sophomores Shoua Vang and Daniel Schneider placing 1st in Classic Theatre. Noah Kyhl and Isaac Quiroz finishes 5th also in Classic. Seniors Tyler Berka and Josh Delaney placed 5th in Humorous Duo. The Debate Team had tough competition,...
U.S. House of Representatives Candidate, Greg Gianforte, speaks to Sidney residents on Wednesday, October 31 at the Villiage Square Mall (Photo by Jordan Hall)...
As of Tuesday morning on November 6th, we received an update from Richey High School that the R&L Fusion vs. Jordan Mustangs football semi-finals playoff game to be held Saturday, November 10th at 1pm has changed location from Richey High School to the Lambert Sports Complex. Unfortunately, we had already gone to press before receiving this information. We apologize for any confusion this may cause....
