Articles from the December 11, 2013 edition


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  • Tractor & Supply Co. of Sidney Holds Ribbon Cutting

    Dec 11, 2013

    Tractor & Supply Co. of Sidney held their ribbon cutting last Saturday. TSC is located at 302 E. Holly and can be reached at 406-482-9756. Participating in their ribbon cutting are (L-R) Enid Houtari, Sidney Chamber Sunrise Ambassador; Chase Hall, Wade VanEvery, assistant manager; Jeremy Burg, district manager; Kaylynn Helfrich, manager; Gennie Sportsman, Claire Keenan, Josh Larson, Britney Wallace, Tammy Bohn and Cheryl Peterson, Sidney Job Service....

  • Love and Logic Parent Class Offered in January

    Marcia Hellandsaas|Dec 11, 2013

    Parents of 2 year olds to 12 year olds are encouraged to attend “Love and Logic Early Childhood Parenting Made Fun!” from 6:30 to 8 pm CT on Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5 and 12 at the Courthouse Meeting Room in Watford City. A supper meal will be served from 6 pm to 6:30 pm each evening. Sessions are free and also include a workbook, courtesy of the ND Department of Human Services. Pre-registration is requested by December 31stat the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701- 444...

  • SnowSlam All-nighter 2013 Headlines Fireflight in Concert

    Pastor Greg Ledgerwood|Dec 11, 2013

    The annual SnowSlam All-nighter is set for December 29, 2013. The night is full of activity and is open to all 6th thru 12th graders at a cost of $30. Several area churches have information regarding this event. If your church does not or you do not have a church please contact Sidney Assembly of God at 406-433-2550 or stop by and pick up the permission form and make payment at 414 E Main. A drastic change for this year is that there will be an extra $5 charged for purchasing tickets at the...

  • MonDak Door LLC Opens in Sidney

    Dianne Swanson|Dec 11, 2013

    MonDak Door LLC is open and ready to take care of all your overhead door needs. The new company branched out from the needs of Kringen Construction and benefits from the company's expertise. Sales person and office manager Serina Everett invites everyone to stop in and see and the quality doors manufactured by Overhead Door, and installed by Andy Havidic, an experienced professional who was brought in to the area. Both residential and commercial doors are available in all sizes and finishes....

  • Knights of Columbus Dinner Dec. 25

    Dec 11, 2013

    The Knights of Columbus #3002 will be having their annual Community Christmas Dinner, Wednesday, December 25, Christmas Day from 11 am -2 pm, at St. Matthew’s Multi purpose room. Serving turkey, ham and all the trimmings. Everyone is invited and volunteers are welcome. Free will offering will be accepted. There will be delivery available. Please call 433-2510 for arrangements....

  • Ford Donates $77,500 to Feed Boys and Girls As Holidays Approach

    Dec 11, 2013

    As part of its commitment that no child should go hungry, especially as the holidays approach, Ford Motor Company Fund is donating $77,500 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of Washington, Oregon, northern Idaho, Montana and Alaska. Sixty-four clubs across the five-state region are receiving Ford Fund grants ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 as part of the Ford Focus on Hunger campaign. This donation will expand the previously launched Ford Focus on Child Hunger campaign and increase the number of...

  • Land Use Regulations Series – Did You Know?

    Marcy Hamburg|Dec 11, 2013

    Definition: Two or more units on one lot or parcel must be reviewed and approved by the local governing body and state agencies. Notice To The Public To determine the type of planning review pursuant to the Richland County Subdivision Regulations, Temporary Workforce Housing Zoning, or Buildings for Rent or Lease Regulations. These plans must be reviewed prior to construction, alteration, or occupation of any mobile or manufactured home, or recreational vehicle parks, or work camps. Contact the Richland County Planner Office at 123 W Main...

  • Dennis "Denny" Rathbun, 74, Sidney, Montana

    Dec 11, 2013

    Memorial service for Dennis “Denny” Rathbun, 74, of Sidney, MT will be December 13, 2013 at Ebenezer Congregational Church in Sidney, MT with Pastor David Meehan officiating. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Dennis “Denny” died early Thursday morning, December 5, 2013, at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Billings, MT....

  • Mary Sue Volk, 71, Lewistown, MT, formerly of Sidney, MT

    Dec 11, 2013

    Funeral services for Mary Volk, 71 were at 9:30 am, Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at Fulkerson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, MT with Father Ned Shinnick presiding. Interment took place at Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, MT under the direction of the Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Mary died Thursday, December 5, 2013 in Lewistown, MT....

  • EMBC New Year Party

    Dec 11, 2013

    New Year, New Night EMBC is excited to announce “New Year, New Night”, a New Year’s Eve party for students in 7th-12th grade. Featuring team games, activities, a “Minion Movie Marathon”, and prizes--including BluRay and MP3 players, a “Nextbook” tablet, gift cards, and free weeks at camp. The night kicks off at 9pm at the Lambert school gym and wraps up at 8 the next morning. We will start the night at the school and finish it across the street at the Lambert Alliance Church. There will be sleeping rooms available, so students should bring...

  • Kountry Catering Open at Sidney Elks Lodge

    Dianne Swanson|Dec 11, 2013

    Kountry Catering is open at the Elks Lodge in Sidney. Owner Vicki Fowler is excited about putting her lifetime of culinary experience into catering to the needs of the community. Originally from Glendive, Fowler started her career as a freshman in her mom's café in Terry. She then became food and beverage manager at the 4 Aces in Deadwood, SD before tackling the job as kitchen supervisor at the Holiday Inn in Spearfish, SD, where they did a lot of catering. She has spent the past 8 years in...

  • Sidney Second Best Place in MT to Start a Family

    Dec 11, 2013

    A study of the best towns to raise a family in Montana was taken by NerdWallet. While many couples are ready to start a family, these future parents must consider several factors when choosing the right place to settle down. NerdWallet, a consumer advocacy website, has analyzed national and statewide data to determine the best places in Montana for raising a family. Sidney ranked number 2 and high on their list that evaluated five factors: 1. Public school rating 2. Median home value 3. Ongoing cost of homeownership 4. Median income 5....

  • New Program Helps Communities Prepare for Drought

    Dec 11, 2013

    In 2012, two-thirds of the continental United States was affected by drought. The losses were staggering: $30 billion to agriculture alone and far more when you add the damages to water supplies, tourism, transportation, and near-shore fisheries. Fighting drought-related wildfires tacked on another $1 billion. “Last year, the worst drought in generations devastated farms and ranches across the nation,” USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said earlier this fall. “But our work isn’t done and we can always better prepare for the future.” Drought will like...

  • Montana Department of Justice Announces National Missing Children's Day Poster Contest

    Dec 11, 2013

    The Montana Department of Justice and the Office of Public Instruction are working together to give Montana students the opportunity to participate in state and national poster contests which focus on the theme: “Bring Our Missing Children Home.” “This program will allow Montana fifth-graders to compete in state and national poster contests while giving schools the opportunity to teach students about personal safety,” said Jennifer Viets, Montana’s Missing Persons Clearinghouse Manager. “We know Montana has very talented fifth-grade...

  • Greytak Calendars for Sale

    Josie Evenson|Dec 11, 2013

    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...

  • Sidney Gymnasts Place Second in Dickinson

    Dec 11, 2013

    Sidney Gymnastics Club participated in the Milo Dullum Qualifier gymnastics meet in Dickinson over the weekend, with Level 3 bringing home a 2nd place trophy. Individual scores and placing as followed: Level Three Bailee Vitt: Vault – 9.0, Bars – 9.0, Beam 8.85, Floor 8.85, AA 35.7, 2nd Bars, 5th Beam, 1st Floor, 2nd All Around. Cheyenne Christian: Vault 9.0, Bars 8.15, Beam 8.75, Floor 8.2, AA 34.1, 7th Vault, 8th Beam. Suttyn Barnhart: Vault 9.05, Bars 8.9, Beam 8.1, Floor 8.35, AA 34.4, 6th...

  • Public Invited To Comment On Proposed Amendment To Nsp3 Abbreviated Plan

    Sarah Mudder|Dec 11, 2013

    North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) invites the public to comment on amendments to its Neighborhood Stabilization Program 3 (NSP3) abbreviated plan. The proposed changes will increase the number of eligible neighborhoods in targeted communities and allow for further program activity. NSP was originally established by the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. Additional assistance was authorized under Section 1497 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 and is referred to as NSP3. The NSP3 amended...

  • Girls Scouts Sing at The Lodge

    Dec 11, 2013

    Girls Scouts Daisy Troup #2358 sang Christmas songs for the residents at The Lodge last Tuesday evening. Girls Scouts Daisy Troup #2358 include back (L-R) Ryleigh Kleinke, Tacy Borg, Allison Thiel, Kenzie Gaffield. Front (L-R) Eva Srygley, Rylee Mickelsen, Kinley Wieland and Lily Reisig. The leaders of the troup are Jenna Donahue and Danyelle Wieland....

  • Montana Red Cross Urges Caution as Frigid Temperatures Persist Across the Region

    Dec 11, 2013

    With frigid temperatures finally upon us, Montana Red Cross urges Montanans to take adequate precautions as they head outdoors. Although most Montana residents assume they know how to protect themselves, the fact is that every year people fail to heed winter weather warnings and end up injured or worse. “As with any severe weather event, preparation can be the difference between life and death,” says Rod Kopp, CEO of Montana Red Cross. “When very cold temperatures predominate, everyone should be prepared for the worst, especially when they...

  • "Suitable For Food:" Hunters Reminded Wasting Wild Game Meat Is Illegal

    Dec 11, 2013

    With many hunters looking back on a successful big game hunting season, it’s a good time to remind hunters about the responsibility to ensure that their wild game is properly cared for and processed. Under Montana law, it is illegal to waste any part of a game animal that is defined as “suitable for food.” For big game animals, all four quarters above the hock, including loin and backstrap, fall into that category. Hunters who can’t use the wild game meat can donate it to a neighbor or friend who would appreciate it, or to a local food bank. T...

  • Mule Deer from North Dakota 3F2 Tests Positive for CWD

    Dec 11, 2013

    A mule deer taken from unit 3F2 during the deer gun season has tested positive for chronic wasting disease. Dr. Dan Grove, North Dakota Game and Fish Department wildlife veterinarian, said a hunter shot the adult buck in western Grant County and submitted the head for testing as part of the hunter-harvested surveillance program. Testing was performed at Michigan State University. Game and Fish is awaiting verification of initial tests results from a national lab in Ames, Iowa. The MSU lab still has some 3F2 samples to test, as well as all...

  • Cape Air's Montana Service Set to Begin Dec. 10

    Trish Lorino|Dec 11, 2013

    Cape Air, the nation’s largest commuter airline, will begin serving Eastern Montana beginning Tuesday, December 10, 2013. From its hub in Billings, Cape Air will operate daily, year-round flights to five regional communities. • Billings (BIL) – Sidney (SDY): 5 daily, round-trip flights • Billings (BIL) – Glendive (GDV): 2 daily, round-trip flights • Billings (BIL) – Glasgow (GGW): 2 daily, round-trip flights • Billings (BIL) – Wolf Point (OLF): 2 daily, round-trip flights • Billings (BIL) – Havre (HVR): 2 daily, round-trip flights Ca...

  • Chrismas Potluck

    Dec 11, 2013

    Court Mother Cabrini #1766 Christmas potluck with guests Fr. Jim O'Neil and Fr . Ned Shinnick and Cain his favorite pooch. (Submitted by Janet Martineau)...

  • Sidney Speech & Drama Travels to Hardin

    Dec 11, 2013

    Sidney Eagles Speech and Drama team traveled to Hardin this weekend. Coaches Gail Staffanson and Christy Pierce could not be more proud of their team! The speech team: Christian Anglesey competed in HOI and placed 1st, Laura Elmore competed in SOI and placed 6th, Kasey Gorder competed in Impromptu placing 5th and in Expos placing 2nd, Zach Sommerfield & Micheal Stevens competed in Impromptu, Danny Johnson competed in Extemp placing 3rd, Morgan Barnett competed in Expos placing 6th. The Drama...