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McKenzie County Healthcare Systems, Watford City, held a groundbreaking ceremony last Wednesday. Gathering in the ceremony were: (L to R) Marna Frick, Trish Sundeen and Laura Johnsrud, Wellness Center staff; Dan Kelly, McKenzie Co. Healthcare Systems administrator; Scott Swenson, board member; Julie Wisness, board member; Dr. Doug Nordby, board member; Dr. Gary Ramage, Kristin Bolken, McKenzie Co. Healthcare Systems Benefit Foundation director: Arden Berg, Good Shepherd Home maintenance;...
For the first time ever, Sidney Law Enforcement, along with other interested individuals and businesses, will participate in the Polar Plunge, a national fundraising event that supports the Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge involves a dip into icy water in the great outdoors. People with a screwy sense of fun, or else who have a deep commitment to the Special Olympics program, obtain pledges from the public and then voluntarily jump into a tank of frigid water sitting outside in a parking lot in order to collect the pledge money. The Polar...
The Lonsdale Methodist Church, 205 3rd Ave. E, Sidney, will hold its annual bazaar Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. A soup lunch will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. They will have The Cookie Walk, homemade lefse, holiday crafts (which would make great Christmas gifts), homemade canned and baked goods, and this year they will be selling Lonsdale’s Famous Homemade Pies! Come check it out.... Get all your Holiday goodies for Thanksgiving and Christmas!!...
The Sidney Kiwanis Club is once again providing coats, hats, boots, scarves, gloves and mittens to children in the area. Anyone needing warm clothing, or wishing to donate either clothing or money to purchase certain items, is encouraged to contact Nick Lonski, Edward Jones, 611A S. Central Ave., Sidney or call 406-433-3600. Coats in medium men’s are particularly in demand....
The Fairview Chamber of Commerce and Friends of the Fairview Bridge will host the Fairview Bridge Christmas ornaments and fireworks Friday, November 18 at Sundheim Park. Donations are being accepted to help pay for the fireworks, and any large, lit Christmas ornaments are welcome. For more information call Ray Trumpower at 406-742-5259. Donations may be sent to P.O. 374, Fairview, MT 59221....
Fairview Alliance Church, 702 Western Ave., will be serving a free Thanksgiving dinner at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 24. There is no charge, no obligation, come as you are, leave when you wish. Watch the Packers game on 55" TV. No family in town or other plans, come join theirs. For more info call 406-742-5425. RSVPs appreciated but not required....
BPA of Sidney will be selling a large assortment of holiday cookies, candies, bars, etc. Delivery will be the week of December 19, 2011. Cost is $25 for 12” tray and $35 for 16” tray. Payment is due upon delivery. Orders may be mailed to: BPA, c/o Elaine Stedman, Sidney High School, 1012 Fourth Ave SE, Sidney, MT 59270. Orders can be called in at 433-2330 or emailed to Elaine Steadman @ Sidney.k12.mt.us....
Richland Economic Development held its Annual Meeting Thursday night....
Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Mother Cabrini #1766 St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, Sidney, will be having their annual Holiday Craft Bazaar Friday, Dec. 2 from 4-8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Parish Center, 310 7th St. SE. Soup, sandwiches and desserts will be sold....
Funeral services for Violet Burns, 97, Sidney, MT, were at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov.12, 2011 at the Church of the Nazarene, Sidney. MT, with Pastor Elwin Paulson officiating. Interment was in the Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home, Sidney. Memorials may be made to the Foundation for Community Care or one’s choice. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Violet died Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011 at the Sidney Health Center Extended Care Facility, Sidney, MT....
Mass of the Christian burial for Dick O’Connor, 77, Sidney, MT, is at 10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011, at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, Sidney, with Father Jim O’Neil presiding. Interment will be in Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, under the direction of the Fulkerson Funeral Home, Sidney. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and one hour before service at the church. Wake services are at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011 at Fulkerson Memorial Chapel. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with...
The Yellowstone Chapter of ABATE (American Bikers Aiming Towards Education) looks forward to participating in the 18th annual toy drive. This community project collects new toys or cash donations to buy new toys for those who face financial hardships this holiday season. ABATE, along with the Christmas Coalition and Gifts from the Heart, last year gathered over $3000 worth of toys for distribution among 141 families with a total of 358 children. The money for these toys came from donations from individuals, companies and businesses. Interested...
The Lambert Hi-Liters held their second meeting of the 4-H year on Nov. 13, 2011 at 2 p.m. at the Fox Lake Senior Center in Lambert. Roll call was naming your favorite movie. In old business John gave a report on Fall Ambassador training and many members turned in beef and cheese stick orders. There was a discussion about Achievement Day. In new business we talked about: 1. Our Christmas party 2. Record books 3. Adopting the basketball court in the park Following the meeting, every one did an impromptu speech. Our next meeting is Dec. 11, 2011...
As of Nov. 1, Randi and Tobin Taylor, Sidney, have become the proud owners of the Juli-Ana’s Gift store, located at 114 N. Central Ave., Sidney. Randi, who has worked as a nurse for Dr. Karanjai for the past six years, enjoyed her work at the clinic immensely but she had always harbored a dream of owning her own store. When this opportunity presented itself, the Taylors made the decision to become business owners. “I always wanted my own store, but I never thought that this dream would hap...
Eight months ago my wife and I suffered through the death of our beloved dog, Oscar. Coupled with the fact that our kids are all in college, our house has become an awfully quiet place. “Why don’t you just get another dog?” our friends would ask. Well . . . it’s not that easy. A dog that has been a part of your family for 13 years is not that easy to replace. My wife wanted us to get a Labradoodle, which is a cross between a Poodle and a Labrador. That sounded like too much of a gimmick to me....
eReaders are going to be a hot item this holiday season, and it’s never been cheaper to get into the world of electronic and audio books. Just $79 will get you a brand new Kindle from Amazon, but you may be wondering which eReader you really want, or how to download audio and eBooks after you open the package. That’s why the Sidney-Richland Public Library is offering a Tech Tuesday all about eReaders at the library Nov. 22 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. They’ll cover the features of the different readers on the market, and how to use them with Montana Lib...
The State Department and White House has announced that there will be a delay into 2013 on the Presidential Permit for the Keystone XL pipeline as a new route is explored. “It’s good the State Department is going to take more time to evaluate a better, safer route in Nebraska,” said Don Brown, Northern Plains Resource Council member and Fort Peck landowner, who is crossed by the proposed route of the Keystone XL pipeline. “We urge the State Department to use this time to fix other problems with its reviews and proposed measures to ensure...
Celebrate the season and the spirit of Western North Dakota at ”Pieces of the Prairie” Photography & Gift Show Pride of Dakota Food and Wine Sampling Friday, Nov. 25 from 12 noon-9 p.m. at the Long X Visitors Center Shop, Watford City. Original photography, frames, handmade jewelry and wall hangings by local photographers, Jessie Veeder, “Veeder Ranch Photography” and Megan Pennington, “Megan¹s Red Barn Gifts” will be on display throughout the day. Taste unique food and snack items made in North Dakota at 12 noon. Enjoy an evening of wine, hor...
Every year, the American Cancer Society challenges people to stop using tobacco by participating in the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday in November. This year, Nov. 17 is set aside to encourage smokers across the nation to quit for the day, reduce their smoking for the day, or simply use the day to make a plan to quit. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the United States, yet more than 46 million Americans still smoke. However, more than half of these smokers have attempted...
Rau Elementary School is pleased to present the Student of the Quarter Award to Jarod Fasching, son of Angela Christensen and Shawn Fasching. Jarod is an exemplary 6th grade student. He has a positive attitude, sets a good example and is respectful of his peers and staff. He exhibits good work habits, is honest and polite and goes out of his way to help others. He is a pleasure to work with. Keep up the good work!...
Rau Elememtary School students performed patriotic songs for the residents of the Lodge in Sidney last Thursday to commeorate Veterans Day....
For those who are going through the grieving process, the holiday season can be a very difficult time. If you or someone you know is having a difficult time as the holidays near, Mercy Medical Center is holding an afternoon of grief support on Nov. 20 from 3-5 p.m. in the McAuley Education Center located at Mercy Medical Center. They will offer and discuss various ideas and tips to help you cope with the holiday season. For more information, please contact Pastor Marianne Ell, Mercy Medical Center, by calling 701-774-7474....
Rural business owners, farmers and ranchers who want to cut energy costs are invited to view “Clean Energy Financing for Rural Montana” webinar that will be broadcast at 10:30 a.m. MST, Thursday, Nov. 17. This 90-minute webinar will describe what’s needed to secure loans and grants for energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies. “This webinar is for anyone who wants information on what’s required to obtain federal, state or utility financing for clean energy,” said Al Kurki National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT), one...
An interactive video program to assist agriculture producers and tax preparers with year-end farm business decisions and retirement planning is scheduled Friday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m.-12 noon CST at the 2nd Floor Conference Room of the Williams County Courthouse. The three-hour program will address the following tax issues: when to accelerate or defer income in conjunction with expense timing and income averaging; updates on tax rates; 1099s and IRS programs such as electronic accounting and...
Trace Jones, Sidney Middle School wrestler, pins his opponent at the Forsyth Middle School Wrestling Tournament last weekend....
