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Mark Andrew Gubler changed his plea to guilty on four counts in District Court on Nov. 23. The felony counts that he made a guilty plea to included two counts of criminal possession with intent to distribute, criminal possession of dangerous drugs, meth, and use or possession of property subject to criminal forfeiture. A pre-sentence investigation will be ordered. A sentencing hearing has been scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 4, 2021. According to court documents, a traffic stop took place on...
Gifts From the Heart season has blown in just like winter did, very quickly! Our selected date this year is Saturday, Dec. 12. We will continue to provide this free "store" at the Masonic Temple, W. Main, Sidney, across from the courthouse. This is a one-day only event! In past years the "open" hours were from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Due to COVID-19, we are extending those hours this year. We will start at 7 a.m. and will close at 3 p.m. There are a few more changes to follow the government mandates place...
The Long X Arts Foundation is combining the arts with small business this holiday season as it hosts its first ever Art in Business event. The foundation has partnered with area Watford City Main Street Businesses as well as local artists to make shopping local, unique gifts and art easy and fun. Through Dec. 24, eight local artists will have their work on display and for sale in five different retail locations in Watford City. "With the pandemic taking away so many opportunities for our local a...
This year at the MonDak Heritage Center, Sidney, Christmas will be celebrated a bit differently than in prior years. Instead of a single day of celebration, we invite you to join Christmas and us as often as you can between now. Stop down any day Tuesday-Saturday and look for the pair of ice skates hidden somewhere within the facility. If you find them, stop at the front desk and tell us where you found them to receive a coupon for a small bag of popcorn at Party Central. You can choose from all the flavors that they have available. You can...
Mass of the Christian burial for Elaine Asbeck, 79, Fairview, MT will be held 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church with Father Jim O’Neil as presider. Interment will be in Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, MT under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Visitation was held 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, at Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Elaine passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020, at Wib...
Funeral services for Kaye Noreen Braun, 74, Savage, MT will be held 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020 at First Lutheran Church, Savage, MT with Pastor Tim Tharp officiating. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery, Savage, MT under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Visitation was held 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020, at Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Kaye passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at Kalispell...
Dan and LeeAnn Brown have been a part of the Watford City community since 2011. The Browns have been giving back to this amazing community by helping people move, finding shelter for families due to the tornado, holding family activity events and helping home businesses stay afloat. As 2020 has not been hard enough, Dan was diagnosed with stage 3 prostate cancer on Sept. 1. Since then the cancer has been so aggressive that it has passed from the lymph nodes and now attaching to other organs. Dan’s current treatment has definitely not been e...
As we approach the end of 2020 you may be thinking about donating to one of Montana’s charities. Your donation helps these organizations provide critical services and this year many need your help. In addition to helping charities, your donation can earn a tax deduction. It is critical that you have the correct documents with the correct language for your donation to qualify. IRS rules require that the correct documentation be obtained before the earlier of: a. The date you file your return for the year you make the contribution; or b. The d...
This drop off box for old retired flags is setting by the VFW Post 4099 building in Sidney. The VFW Post 4099 will dispose of the flags through a proper ceremony. The VFW wished to thank Kirby Feldman, Sidney Body Shop, for donating the painting on the box and Ryan Anderson, Signs of Sidney, for donating the lettering and flag work on the front of the box. (Photo by Everett Crum, VFW Post 4099 Quartermaster)...
This year the Holiday Stroll will run from Wednesday, Dec. 9-Saturday, Dec. 12. Some of the great activities planned are listed below. Dec. 11: Say hello to Santa, 4-6 p.m. - Unfortunately there will be no traditional pictures with Santa this year, but keep your eyes peeled, as the head elf will be strolling around downtown handing out his favorite peppermint treats. Dec. 11: Ice Carving Demonstration, 2-6 p.m. - The ice sculptures from Minnesota Ice will be back in town creating holiday themed art in the downtown area. Dec. 9-12: Find The...
The Spring Lake Park Holiday Lights Drive is from 5:30-9:30 p.m., $5 per car and will continue through Dec. 31. The Holiday Lights Drive is still happening despite the current pandemic restrictions. The park will be filled with lighted displays for a wonderful interactive drive through the holiday lights. The activities our lights drive is known for will be handled differently this year, but the lights will be brighter than ever and will bring holiday cheer as it has been doing for the past 18 years. Gate passes will be available again this...
Williston - The public is invited to these upcoming events at the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center near Williston. All events are free and open to the public. All times are Central times. Masks are required and visitors are asked to follow state and local mandates and the CDC’s recommendations on social distancing and personal hygiene. Dec. 17: Confluence History Book Club, 7 p.m. Join history buffs in discussing this month›s book, «Jefferson’s Secrets: Death and Desire at Monticello,» by Andrew Burstein. Free refreshments. D...
Facing seven felony charges, Direll Donta Pirtle has agreed to a plea agreement. A hearing and a pre-sentence investigation haven’t been scheduled yet in Richland Co. District Court. As part of the agreement, Pirtle made Nolo Contendre (no contest) pleas to the felony offenses of criminal possession of dangerous drugs, heroin, with intent to distribute; criminal possession of dangerous drugs, cocaine, with intent to distribute; criminal possession of dangerous drugs, meth, with intent to distribute; criminal possession of dangerous drugs, m...
Kids be sure to get your letters to Santa in the mailbox at the Sidney Post Office. Also grab a coloring page and show off you skills. Bring it back and the post office will display it during this holiday season....
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) announced that Montana’s Medicaid expansion program, which provides health coverage to 90,000 Montanans, has been approved for continuation by the federal government. This news is a result of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) extending the state’s current Medicaid expansion demonstration waiver for another year. This allows the thousands of Montanans enrolled in the program to keep their health coverage in 2021, and will give CMS additional time to work through the app...
Helena - Do you know a student who could use $1,000 to help pay for their education? The Reach Higher Montana Scholarship program opened on Dec, 1, 2020, at www.ReachHigherMontana.org. This year, the Montana-based nonprofit organization will award 81 scholarships – 30 awards for Class of 2021 graduating high school seniors, and 50 awards for students currently attending a Montana college or university for use in the 2021-2022 academic year. In addition, one $1,000 scholarship is earmarked for a current college student who has, or is c...
Washington - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) by Dec. 11. This program provides direct relief to producers facing market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19. “With over 300 eligible commodities, from livestock and row crops to specialty crops and aquaculture, most farmers and ranchers are potentially eligible for CFAP 2,” said Richard Fordyce, Farm Service Agency administrator. “FSA offers sever...
Manhattan, MT - Montana Agriculture in the Classroom Foundation (MAITCF) and Gallatin County Conservation District are pleased to announce the updated version of the Montana Pollinator Education Project. This project focuses on vital information regarding pollinator species and their crucial role in Montana’s conservation and agriculture sectors. This project showcases species and families of pollinators that make Montana their home. Each species has its own unique biodiversity and role in pollination. Factors such as housing, plant r...
Services for David Anderson, 80, Sidney, MT are at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT with Larry Bawden officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. His cremains will be interred in Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery, Miles City, MT under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. David passed away on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, at CHI St. Alexis, Bismarck, ND....
Funeral services for James “Jim” Ketterling, 81, Bismarck, ND formerly of Fairview, MT are at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at St. John Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT with Pastor Mark Nicolaus officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Fairview, ND under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Visitation will be 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, at the funeral home and one hour before service at the church. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. James “Ji...
