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Watford City is in the beginning stages of developing an idea of something that would amplify workforce recruitment and retention in McKenzie County. To get a better idea of how to implement something like this, 16 community leaders including industry, McKenzie County, City of Watford City, and School District representatives loaded up on a bus to tour the Bismarck Career Academy and Technical Center on Thursday, Dec. 10. "Everyone has a little bit of a different perspective on what we need...
Janette McCollum, owner of Checkers, recently opened the second phase of the future Allcheck Medical Clinic, Sidney. The original Allcheck has been open since April 2012 where the referring physicials were conducting DOT and employment physicals, respirator fit testing, hearing tests and pulmonary function testing. Just recently, Allcheck added the drive thru covid testing and antibody testing. The physicians are now prescribing physicians and the medical clinic will be open in February 2021....
A 21-year-old Sidney man was sentenced to 40 years in the Montana State Prison for the offense of mitigated deliberate homicide during a sentencing hearing under District Court Judge Olivia Rieger on Friday, Dec. 11. Kyle Lee Severson was found guilty of that charge by a jury trial in October after fatally shooting Tyler Hayden at Sidney's Loaf-N-Jug convenience store's parking lot on July 2, 2019. Rieger sentenced Severson to 40 years with no parole restrictions. He was ordered to pay $3,500...
Services for David Anderson, 80, Sidney, MT were held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT with Larry Bawden officiating. Visitation was from 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. His cremains were 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 were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at St. John Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT with Pastor Mark Nicolaus officiating. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery, Fairview, ND under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. Visitation was 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...
The Richland County Conservation District is currently taking tree orders for spring delivery. A variety of trees are available as well as various sizes. Technical assistance is offered for shelterbelts and windbreaks plantings. Due to Covid restrictions our office is closed to the public so please call the office at 406-433-2103x3001 to place your order or to request an order form. We can also be reached by email at [email protected]. Order early for best selection. Deadline to order is March 15....
The Richland County Conservation District is accepting applications for the 2021 Conservation Cost Share Program. Due to COVID-19 restrictions our office is closed to the public, but applications can be requested by calling 406-433-2103x3 or emailing [email protected]. Landowners in Richland County seeking to implement conservation practices on their property may be eligible for 50% cost share on the practices. Examples of eligible practices include, irrigation projects, stock wells, pipelines, grass seeding, fencing or any project that...
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...
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 artists, we thought this would be a great way to g...
Glasgow – It’s that time of year when ice anglers and other recreationists head out to Montana’s “hard” waters for the winter season. Whether ice fishing, ice skating, hunting, snowmobiling or just taking a walk, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff reminds recreationists that safety should be the number one concern during a day out on (or near) the ice. And when on the ice, remember: • Anglers and other recreationists should be familiar with the water body they plan to fish or recreate on. Pay close attention to the changing conditions of the...
The Speech, Drama and Debate team competed virtually in Laurel this last weekend. There were over 200 competitors from across the state with 18 class A schools and over 150 judges all working virtually with only a few minor bumps. Sidney's Drama Team held their own placing 3rd overall. In classical theatre Noah Kyhl, Kodi Schulz and Benjamin Stevens placed 1st. In Humorous Theatre Emma Cundiff, Wyatt Reid, Kodi Schulz and Benjamin Stevens placed 3rd. Garrett Dodds and Markalen Watson placed...
The North Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association (NDEMSA) selected and awarded Wesley Kindel as this year's 2020 recipient for the northwest region's "Rising Star" Award. Letter submitted by Travis Bateman, Badlands Search & Rescue Service Director. "Wes has been an active EMT-B for at least one year. He pursued this certification on his own to better his community and fire department and then once certified, he took it as a catalyst to join the ambulance district. Wesley, from the onset...
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...
The funds raised are targeted for the Boys & Girls Club of the MonDak building fund and they are still raising money to complete their building obligation. They have made great progress over the past six months and hope to wrap this up. The club wishes to say many thanks to the very supportive community, which has been so instrumental in helping them, create our own space to grow and expand their many programs and ways to serve the community and its families and youth....
Helena, MT - The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is reminding hemp growers and processors to submit their hemp checkoff payments before the end of the year. The Montana Hemp Advisory Committee will decide how to allocate the checkoff funds for research, market development and education to develop and enhance Montana’s hemp industry. Montana hemp growers voted to approve the nation’s first hemp checkoff earlier this year. The checkoff was established at 1% of the value of the crop being sold at the first point of sale. Hemp growers can s...
Hunters, recreators, and anglers who purchase licenses online will notice a new look to the sales system during December. This change is targeted at improving customer experience with the current licensing website by making it more intuitive. The coming changes include a new look for online customers and several options for printing carcass tags: a one-time link to print at home, an option to have FWP licensing staff print and mail the carcass tag, and carcass tags will be mailed out automatically if the one-time link is not redeemed within fiv...
Yikes, what a year we all saw in 2020. To say this past year proved itself a most unusual year qualifies as an understatement, as nearly everyone I know can’t wait to look at 2020 from his or her rear-view mirror. 2020 provided us with situations and experiences we’ve only read about in books. Experts have warned for years that the world was and is ripe for pandemics, but we humans always feel these events will happen in another time and place. Scientists have also cautioned that we will endure more frequent hurricanes and turbulent wea...
Reagan Hall, a junior who attends Freedom Project Academy, will be attending Turning Point USA’s 6th annual Student Action Summit on Dec.19-22 in West Palm Beach, FL. Here Hall will hear from several guest speakers, receive first-class activism and leadership training, and participate in a series of networking events with political leaders and organizations. Turning Point USA is a non-profit organization founded by Charlie Kirk, an American conservative activist, and radio talk show host. This organization’s goal is to educate, train, and org...
The four Sidney Edward Jones offices in Sidney collected toys from their clients and the public to be donated to the Christmas Coalition, which provides gifts for families in need. Pictured, (L-R), are Dianne Etzel from Gifts From The Heart, and financial advisors Lauren Sukut, Jamie Malsam, Nick Lonski and Jerry Hughes....
Twelve Montana counties have officially founded the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority to advocate for the return of passenger rail service across southern Montana. The finalized joint resolution, fully executed this week, seals the commissioner actions and provides for the appointment of one representative from each county to serve on the authority. Gallatin County was the first to act on July 28, and Powell County the last on Nov. 18. “Counties in Montana have done what has never been done before: establish the first regional passenger rail a...
Roosevelt Medical Center proudly welcomes Sherry Hilyard, a licensed clinical social worker and addiction counselor to its’ clinical team as part of the Integrated Behavioral Health Initiative. The project is an effort to improve health and reduce related costs through the widespread implementation of integrated behavioral health into primary care. Approximately 60% of patients with mental health issues seek care from their primary care providers rather than mental health professionals. In r...
Fairview, MT - The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) recently issued new load postings for the Second Hay Creek Bridge five miles west of Fairview in Richland County. The postings are part of a multi-year effort to update load ratings and postings on Montana bridges as mandated by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The FHWA mandate is in response to changes in the trucking industry over the last decade. Truck manufacturers are building specialized hauling vehicles (SHVs), which are capable of legally carrying heavier loads than...
Small town shopping is uniquely diverse in Sidney. Thee Beautique features modern styles of clothing, accessories, and many gift options. Owners Megan Beyer and Skyler Scheetz opened shop in 2018 with the intent of adding a fashion component to their cosmetology passion. A tragic fire on October 29th devastated the dream Beyer and Scheetz had worked on for years. The fire, which effected all businesses in the Weber Building, caused smoke damage that ruined all the inventory of Thee Beautique. The timing of this tragedy could not have been...
Memorial services for Darlene Johnson, 85, Keene, ND will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020 at First Lutheran Church, Keene, ND with Pastor Robert Schmidt “Kind Eagle” officiating. Services are under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Darlene passed away on Friday, Dec. 18, 2020 at Good Shepherd Nursing Home, Watford City, ND....
Mass of Christian Burial for Taylen William Eggum, 18, Sidney, MT will be 2 p.m., Monday, Dec. 28, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Richland County Event Center, Sidney, MT with Father Jim O’Neil officiating. Visitation is 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020 at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home is caring for the family. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Taylen passed away Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020 at St Vincent Healthcare, Billings, M...
