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Newly elected Richland County sheriff John Dynneson has selected Bob Burnison to be his undersheriff. Burnison has over 40 years experience with the Sidney Police Department and was deputy chief at the time of his retirement. Dynneson said he and Burnison have worked together for 25 years and have a great working relationship. "We know how each other works," Dynneson said. "We have common goals and work together to get the job done. We are looking forward to serving as a team for the residents...
Williston Downtowners Association is hosting the 4th Annual Holiday Stroll on Friday, December 5th from 4-8 pm. You’ll find festive store windows, great holiday sales, an ice sculptor, storytime with Mrs. Claus, carolers and visit with Santa! “For something new this year, we are bringing in Big Iron Kitchen food truck,” said Karissa Kjos, Executive Director. Main Street from Vanity to US Bank will be closed so families can stroll safely through downtown. There are many activities happening throughout the evening so make sure to bundle up becau...
2+ teams from throughout the Rocky Mountain/West region will be participating in this year’s tournament, which will take place at Sidney High School in Sidney, Montana. Action will begin with Dual Team Competition on Friday, with the individual competition scheduled to begin on Friday night, and resume on Saturday, with the finals scheduled for 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. This field will be comprised of some of the best teams and individuals in the region, augmented by the nationally recognized programs from California and Washington – the com...
The MonDak Ag Days and Trade Show is shaping up to be a great experience for 2015 with the Ringling 5 performing and plenty of presenters for all interests Friday and Saturday. The banquet will be held Friday, January 16th. Some presenters for Ag Days include: Rachel Endecott, Extension Beef Specialist, speaking on EPDs in beef cattle, Leon Osborne presenting next growing season's weather outlook, and a member of the FSA Office will hold a discussion regarding the new farm bill. The trade show...
Enjoy an afternoon of refreshments, music and friendship as the MonDak Heritage Center holds a MonDak Christmas – Hawaiian Holidays event on December 14, 2014 from 1:30pm – 3:30pm. The bake sale will offer a delicious array of breads, jellies, cookies and a variety of other Christmas goodies provided by generous members of the MonDak. Plan to get your photo taken with a special visitor sporting a red suit and a white beard. He’ll be making a special visit to this year’s event and will be posi...
The Polar Express train at Veterans Memorial Park was lit up during the Parade of Lights in Sidney November 28th and will remain lit until Christmas....
Entrants in the Parade of Lights light up Watford City's Main Street as they kick off the holiday season. Enable was the winner for best use of theme for "Christmas Through the Years" in Watford City's Parade of Lights. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...
Funeral services for DoLoras Carter, 95, of Lambert, MT were at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 3rd, 2014 at Pella Lutheran Church in Sidney, MT with Pastor Nell Lindorff officiating. Interment has taken place at the Lambert Cemetery, Lambert, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. DoLoras V. Carter passed away on November 29, 2014, surrounded by her family at the Sidney Health Center Extended Care Facility....
Helena, MT- The Governor’s Office of Community Service and the Montana Commission on Community Service are accepting nominations for the 2015 ServeMontana Awards. Nominations are due December 5, 2014. The Governor’s Office of Community Service is asking the public to thank the volunteers and organizations that make a difference across the state. Montanans are truly committed to service and take time out of their busy schedules to volunteer each day and in a variety of ways. This commitment to service deserves recognition. “The Serve...
U.S. Department of Agriculture North Dakota Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Aaron Krauter, today announced that 82,800 acres in North Dakota are now available for wildlife habitat improvement incentives. “We can accept more applications to enroll more acres in North Dakota for farmers and ranchers interested in protecting local pheasant, prairie chickens and waterfowl,” said Krauter. “In exchange for creating more grasslands and wetlands for these species, USDA will provide participating landowners with rental payments and help...
The ND Dementia Care Services and the Alzheimer’s Association MN-ND have partnered with one another to present a free presentation titled: “Partnering with your Doctor.” The presentation will take place on Friday, December 5, 2014 at 12:00 p.m. at Mercy Medical Center in the McAuley Education Center, 1301 15th Ave. W, Williston, ND 58801. Quick Facts from the alz.org website: 1) More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. 2) Every 67 seconds someone in the United States develop...
Zoe Thom was awarded the Richland County STAND and Partnership for Promises' Youth Community Champion Award on November 14, 2014 by Sheriff Baisch during the Red Ribbon Week's Limo, Lunch and Law celebration. Zoe has been a strong and active member of the Stand4Youth group at Sidney Middle School and participated in the CADCA Youth Leadership Conference this past summer. She has also volunteered at community fundraising events and has always been positive and excited to share the message to...
You could say Williston native Gabe Gratz knows his way around a pharmacy. The 31-year-old has been working in drugstores since he was just five years old. Of course, that was when his dad owned Western Dakota Pharmacy and Gabe's role was sprucing up the place. "I would come down and dust the shelves and later in high school I would make deliveries," said Gratz, R.Ph. "In fact, I have really only worked in pharmacies." After graduating from Williston High School in 2001, Gratz followed in his...
The North Dakota Housing Incentive Fund (HIF) is bringing affordable rental housing to the heart of the state’s energy boom. Big Mountain Development and the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA), administrator of the state program, celebrated the development of Arrowhead Estates in Arnegard, ND, today. “Our focus initially was to sell homes to families as we believed that to be the greatest need, but the mayor and city council opened our eyes to the many people who simply cannot buy and must rent,” said developer Bernie Biegler. “The...
Food is an important part of many holiday celebrations. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) offers these reminders to help ensure the holiday season is free of illness from food. “Following these basic turkey tips will go a long way in making sure your family and friends are served safe food during holiday season,” said DPHHS Director Richard Opper. The Turkey Purchasing the Turkey ·Be prepared! Before purchasing your turkey, make ample space in your refrigerator, moving shelves if necessary. Keeping your turk...
The Montana Department of Transportation is making it easier to prepare for holiday travel and winter roads with a free mobile application that provides road conditions, weather, incidents, highway closures and roadway camera images. MDT’s Travel Info mobile app is available in Google play, the iTunes App Store or on Amazon. Road conditions are reported based on first hand observations by MDT’s experienced plow drivers and are updated as conditions change. Weather and road conditions change rapidly so motorists should use caution and be prepare...
Leon Osborne, Director of the Regional Weather Information Center and the Surface Transportation Center at the University of North Dakota is scheduled to speak during the breakfast meeting of the Wheat Show on Tuesday, February 3rd. Leon is a nationally recognized speaker for his ability to predict long-term weather patterns. The program planning committee has requested that he share his outlook for the 2015 growing season. Many other speakers, approximately 22, will provide information about...
Secondhand smoke is the combination of smoke from the burning end of a cigarette and the smoke breathed out by smokers. Secondhand smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals. Hundreds are toxic and about 70 can cause cancer. There is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke. Secondhand smoke causes numerous health problems in infants and children, including more frequent and severe asthma attacks, respiratory infections, ear infections, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Smoking during pregnancy results in more than 1,000 infant...
Despite the cold weather "Turkey Trotters" were eager to burn some extra calories on Thanksgiving Day. Over 75 participants were registered for the non-competitive event that was held in Watford City. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...
The holidays are one of the busiest times of the year for travelers. Millions will hop a plane or train to visit loved ones and even more will take to the highways. The American Red Cross offers these tips people can follow to have a safe trip over the upcoming holiday. DRIVING TO GRANDMA’S HOUSE Check the weather along your route and plan for travel around any storms that may be coming. Watch weather predictions for your entire route so you know what to expect along the way. Make sure you follow these steps to have a safe trip: Buckle up, s...
So, let’s talk Spring! What does spring mean to us; growth, renewal, and redirection? Why am I talking about spring in December? Number one because it’s hopeful, number two because in 2015 the Richland County 7th Annual Community-wide Conference is scheduled for the first day of Spring, March 20th. Then you ask- why am I thinking about that now? The conference is scheduled as a full day conference, with lots of discussion. The idea behind the conference is to utilize a community feedback and concerns in developing or updating the Cou...
The Governor’s Office of Community Service, Montana Campus Compact, and Student Assistance Foundation announced today that the 2015 Youth Serve Montana Scholarships are now available for up to 100 Montana high school seniors. It is the tenth year for this exciting scholarship opportunity aimed at students dedicated to volunteering. The Youth Serve Montana Scholarships reward students who have volunteered over 100 hours in the last year and who want to further their education in state. This year, 100 high school seniors will receive $1,000 t...
Don Greytak calendars are on sale now. Don Greytak, a pencil artist from Havre, Montana showcases his work in these great calendars. Greytak’s portraits illustrate rural life and a down home way of living. The profits from these calendars will benefit the Montana 4-H Foundation. The Montana 4-H Foundation serves as a non-profit corporation that continually supports the state wide 4-H program, which allows youth and leaders to participate in many life changing experiences through the 4-H program. The calendars can be purchased at local f...
The MonDak Ag Days and Trade Show is shaping up to be a great experience for 2015 with the Ringling 5 performing and plenty of presenters for all interests Friday and Saturday. The banquet will be held Friday, January 16th. Some presenters for Ag Days include: Rachel Endecott, Extension Beef Specialist, speaking on EPDs in beef cattle, Leon Osborne presenting next growing season's weather outlook, and a member of the FSA Office will hold a discussion regarding the new farm bill. The trade show still has open booths to fill and wants to expand...
In a press release dated November 17, 2014, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, said a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant has helped initiate a partnership that is improving the environment, creating a market for carbon credits generated on working grasslands. Chevrolet, a division of General Motors, recently purchased almost 40,000 carbon dioxide reduction tons generated on working grasslands in the Prairie Pothole region of North Dakota. This announcement...
