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Eight-year-old Ella Taylor is a lot like other kids in Watford City, she loves the farm and the animals. But unlike her older brother, Jett, 14, and her 11-year-old sister, Piper, Ella is a Cloverbud and wasn't old enough to sell animals in 4-H yet. Her brother and sister show steers at the McKenzie County Fair. Ella has always watched from the sidelines, waiting for the day she will be a part of it too. Last spring, Ella got a surprise from her grandparents. When they calving season came...
SIDNEY – On the ninth day of his 12 Days of Giving campaign, Governor Greg Gianforte contributed a quarter of his annual salary to Sunrise Women's Clinic, a pregnancy support center serving eastern Montana. In October 2020, the governor committed to Montanans he would contribute his salary as governor to nonprofit organizations and charities in the state. "For more nearly 15 years, Sunrise Women's Clinic has provided care and resources to young mothers and families," Gov. Gianforte said. "As we...
While on patrol on Dec. 14, at approximately 9:14 p.m., a McKenzie County Sheriff's Office deputy attempted to stop a speeding vehicle on 4th Ave. NW, Watford City. The vehicle refused to stop and continued westbound, initiating a pursuit. A PIT maneuver was utilized in a field west of the Prairie View RV Park, however, the suspect vehicle was able to continue fleeing. The suspect vehicle continued driving through the Prairie View RV Park at speeds of 90 mph. The pursuit continued onto U.S....
Dealing with a situation where your child is the bully can be challenging and emotionally taxing for any parent. It’s important to approach this issue with care and a commitment to fostering a positive change. Here are several steps to consider: #1. **Recognize the Signs** - Be aware of changes in your child’s behavior, such as increased aggression, withdrawal from friends, or a sudden change in academic performance. Pay attention to their interactions with peers, both in person and online. #2. **Open a Dialogue** - Create a safe space for you...
Calgary, Alberta - Cerilon is pleased to announce that the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality - Division of Air Quality has issued a Permit to Construct for Cerilon GTL North Dakota. This milestone follows an extensive application review, solicitation of public comment and a public hearing held in Williston in November 2024. The State’s process thoroughly assessed the air quality aspects of the proposed facility and included independent modeling to determine compliance. “This permit is significant because it means our fac...
The Richland Ranger Bantams took 2nd place this past weekend in the B-Dubs Shootout Tournament held in Grand Forks, ND. Friday night in their first game of the tournament the Bantams faced the Roseau Bearcats, a team out of Minnesota. The Bantams started out the tournament strong with an 8-4 win. Saturday would bring the Bantams two games. First, they faced West Fargo Stampede and dominated the ice with a 19-0 win. The second game on Saturday brought them up against another Minnesota team the...
The McKenzie County Community Foundation has been awarding local organizations grant money since 2017. This year's organization's that will receive grant money include: McKenzie County Ambulance Service; McKenzie County Heritage Association; McKenzie County Nonprofit Network; Bakken Area Skills Center-Health Occupations Student Association; Alexander Public School District; Long X Arts Foundation; Bakken Oil Rush Ministry; Watford City Swim Team; McKenzie County Hockey Club; Watford City Park Di...
Get rid of the Bah Humbugs with live theater! The McKenzie County Community Theater (MCCT) invites you to attend their adaptation and production of the Charles Dickens classic, "A Christmas Carol", Saturday, Dec. 21at 3 p.m. CST in the Watford City High School auditorium. Cost for this live theater event is just $10 at the door. Although MCCT is just a bit over one year old, this is the fourth performance for the group. It was founded in the summer of 2023 to bring community theater to McKenzie...
11th Annual Scotties Invitational Wrestling Tournament Sidney Results 103# Eli Lonski – 4th 110# Tyson Syth – 2nd 132# Yuriah Camacho – 6th 138# Brenner Mullin – 1st 144# Aaron Schmitz – 1st 150# Reece Graves – 1st 157# Lance Allen – 6th 165# Cody Crooks – 7th 165# Traden McKee – 8th 175# Ty Schepens – 4th 190# Cooper Fulgham – 8th 215# Thor Fulgham – 3rd 285# Stetson Ames – 6th Girls Results Girls 130# Marley Idland placed 8th Girls 140# Mackayla Dewitt placed 3rd Team Scores 1 Sidney 237....
Sidney Middle School Eagle Invitational Results for Sidney, Dec. 14. Middle School Boys Results: 69-74: Kannan Hofer's place is 4th 77-83: Ziggy Bailey's place is 3rd 82-89: Tatum Beiswanger's place is 1st 83-86: Cormac Reid's place is 3rd 85-92 A: Brady Eustice's place is 4th 89-95: Hazen Foss's place is 1st 92-96: Henry Maurer's place is 1st 93-98: Lincoln Milton's place is 1st 94-98: Titus Edinger's place is 1st 102-105: Toby Kleinke's place is 3rd 106-110 B: Max Kleinke's place is 1st...
The Fairview Warriors basketball team traveled to Red Lodge for the Woodden Memorial Basketball tournament Dec. 13-14. Friday, the Fairview Warriors girls played the Red Lodge Rams. Fairview girls won their game 55-15. Fairview Warriors boys lost to Red Lodge 56 38. Saturday, Fairview Warriors played the Columbus Cougars. Fairview boys won their game over Columbus 43-40. Fairview girls lost their game with Columbus 49-27. This week, Fairview travels to Sidney on Dec. 17 and on Friday Dec. 20...
The Sidney basketball teams were victorious against Wolf Point on Dec. 10. The girls won by a score of 64-34 at home. The boys won 64-44 in Wolf Point....
An 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course will be held Jan. 17, at the Dawson County Courthouse, Glendive. The course is taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena. The cost of the course is $160, which includes a textbook and answer sheet to complete the CFPM exam on that same day. Participants must register and pay no later than Jan. 3. Registration caps at 35 people. Lunch will be on your own, but some snacks and beverages will be provided. To register for this course, contact Kevin directly at...
The Sidney Rockettes were the final entertainment of the evening in the Yellowstone Mercantile building for the first ever progressive dinner on Giving Tuesday sponsored by the Sidney Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Giving Tuesday is an annual event created to foster the spirit of giving in the world. It is touted as a "global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and world."...
Watford City, ND – Kathryn Jones, McKenzie Health Pediatrics team LPN, was honored on Dec. 3 with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. Forty nominations were received during this cycle. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. Thirty nominations were received for this selection cycle. This recognition is celebrated twice a year – May and December. Kathryn was born and raised in Arkansas and is the oldest of 5 c...
Watford City, ND – Kayla Botteicher, Good Shepherd Home CNA, was awarded the BEE Award – Being Excellent Every Day, on Dec. 3. The award is offered to any professional who is not a nurse, and nominations can be submitted from patients, family, community members, or staff. It is provided in conjunction with the DAISY Award for nurses. Seventy-nine (79) nominations were received for this selection cycle. BEE and DAISY Award recognition is celebrated twice a year – May and December. Kayla is origi...
Dr. Malua Tambi, a dedicated OB/GYN at Sidney Health Center, has merged her love of medicine and storytelling to create a heartfelt children's book," A New Baby for Our Family". Inspired by her experiences as both a physician and a mother of three, the book helps families navigate the joys and challenges of welcoming a new baby. Told through the eyes of a young child preparing for a sibling's arrival, the story provides reassurance and empathy, addressing emotions like excitement, curiosity,...
The Sidney Speech and Drama Teams took 2nd and Debate Team placed 3rd at the Dawson Meet. Results: Pantomime: 1st Emma Pust, 3rd Whisper Enriquez, 6th Ian Pust. Dramatic Theatre: 4th Megan Rachor and Mackenzie Mumford Humorous Solo: 5th Cedar Hovde Humorous Theatre: 5th Brooke Watson & Cedar Hovde Original Oratory: 1st Tytus Carter, 3rd Bobby Knotts Extemporaneous: 1st Keaton Burke, 4th Elicia Snodgrass Informative: 3rd Mason Quick, 5th Signe Halvorson Lincoln Douglas: 4th Ivy Cross, 5th Oliver...
Winter weather is nothing new to those of us living in Eastern Montana, but the ice, snow and cold temperatures still combine to form some challenging obstacles. Slippery sidewalks and cold weather can easily cause a wide range of injuries for anyone but for seniors, a simple fall on the ice often results in more than strained muscles. Taking some simple extra precautions can go a long way toward keeping you safe this winter. Dress for the Weather – Wear loose layers of clothing. The air between the layers helps to keep you warm. Put on a h...
From now through Feb. 28, 2025, every membership counts more than ever! An amazing donor has generously offered to double-match every dollar of your membership fee within the 3-month period as a donation to the James Memorial Preservation Society. For renewing members, your support counts too! Your renewed membership fee will be matched. Several tiers are available, starting at an annual student or senior member for $25. Some of the benefits include art class discounts, monthly eNews, monthly post cards announcing new exhibits, and being an int...
Enjoy thousands of holiday lights Nov. 30-Dec. 31, in over 75 displays every evening, 5:30-9:30 p.m. from inside your vehicle. Tune to 107.1 for holiday music! Entry fee is $5 per car. Take-and-go kids crafts, interactive exhibits, elf on the shelf bingo, photo stations, and thousands of twinkling lights... join us in Williston again for the Holiday Lights Drive now through December 31, weather permitting. Check out the lighted photo op shots throughout the park. If in use, be courteous! Wait for the party to finish before approaching. Plan to...
Williston, ND - Educators and school administrators in northwest North Dakota interested in bringing trades instruction to their high schools are encouraged to apply for the Schools to Skills grant through the Home Builders Institute (HBI) HBI is the nation’s leading educational resource for career technical education in the building industry. Their award-winning Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (PACT) is one of only three pre-apprenticeship curricula recognized by the Department of Labor. Vetted by subject matter experts, PACT g...
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