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A devastating fire at the Sidney-Richland Airport on March 7, 2024 destroyed the largest hangar and all its contents including the specialized snow removal equipment used for ramps and runways. A Bobcat, 2019 Ram pickup, tools, welders, and office space were also among the casualties. Fortunately, no flights were affected. Moving quickly, the airport board contacted KLJ Engineering which created the design for a new building. Corland Construction was able to take on the project which is...
Watford City, ND - McKenzie Health is thrilled to welcome Dr. Chad Pedersen, an experienced medical oncologist with a deep commitment to providing cancer care to our rural region. Dr. Pedersen, a Sidney native, brings over a decade of internal medicine, and specialized oncology and hematology expertise, bolstered by his leadership as Montana State Oncology Society president. "Dr. Pedersen is welcome addition to McKenzie Health," said Pete Edis, CEO of McKenzie Health. "Dr. Pedersen's arrival ena...
Almost 200 Richland County residents have participated in the Richland County Economic Development Survey offered by REDC, in an effort to identify their most important priorities. This undertaking was launched in December by REDC to create an economic diversification and a comprehensive economic development strategy. REDC hired KLJ Engineering to begin the work of gathering community and county wide input. KLJ stated that in a county with a population like Richland County, roughly 11,000 people, if we were to get between 300-500 respondents,...
The City of Sidney held a public hearing on the construction of a pedestrian bike path on 22nd Ave. N.W. on Monday, Dec. 16. Multiple people spoke in favor of the project, citing safety concerns for the diverse users of the busy roadway. Runners, bikers and walkers, most of whom live in the area voiced their experiences dealing with the narrow street and busy traffic. With the softball fields and dog park drawing traffic to the area, children and adults need a safe avenue to navigate. Parents would like to be able to let their kids safely ride...
Funeral services for Jonathan “Jon” Rudie arre at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at the Zion Lutheran Church, Fairview, MT, with Bill Buckley officiating. Jonathan “Jon” Rudie, 65, Sidney, MT, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, at the Sidney Health Center ER. Visitation will be on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, from 12-5 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour before service at the church. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, E Fairview, ND. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condole...
Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, at the Clear Creek Church, Keene, ND, with Pastor Peder Stenslie officiating. Visitation was held on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Watford City, ND. Gerald D. Brown, 76, Keene, ND, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, at the McKenzie County Health Center, Watford City, ND. A luncheon followed the burial at the Keene Dome for a time of fellowship and sharing. Gerald was laid to rest in Silent City Cemetery,...
A private family service for Carol Tjelde, 95. Garrison, ND, (formerly of Cartwright, ND) will be held Dec. 26, 2024, with burial to follow at Tjelde Family Cemetery, Cartwright, ND. Carol Tjelde, 95, Garrison, ND, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024, at the CHI St. Alexius Garrison Medical Center, Garrison, ND, while surrounded by her loving family. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to The Great Plains Food Bank: www.greatplainsfoodbank.org/ Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family....
Funeral services will be Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024 at 3 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT, with Pastor Richard Evans officiating. Light refreshments will be served after the service for a time of fellowship. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service. Hank will be laid to rest in the Poker Jim Cemetery in McKenzie County, ND. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the...
A single vehicle crash occurred on Highway 1804 near MM 310. on Dec. 13, at approximately 6:42 a.m. CT. A 2011 Ford F-150 being driven by a Clyde Petty, Williston ND, was traveling westbound on Highway 1804. The F-150 left the roadway and entered the north ditch. The F-150 then vaulted over a field approach and came to rest upright. Clyde Petty sustained injuries from the crash and was transported to CHI St. Alexis Hospital, Williston, and was later transferred to Sanford Hospital, Bismarck. Clyde Petty passed away due to the injuries...
On Dec. 19, at approximately 9:12 p.m., a sergeant with the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop on US Highway 85 near Mile Marker 161 after noticing a white Ram pickup truck driving with no headlamps when required. The driver was identified as Christopher Martin-Holmes, 26. Local dispatch provided the MCSO Sergeant with information pertaining to Christopher Martin-Holmes, including that Martin-Holmes had a suspended driver's license, an active arrest warrant in North...
Fairview traveled to Sidney to play the Sidney Eagles on Dec. 17....
Fairview played the Baker Spartans at home on Dec. 20. The boys won 46-40. The girls fell to Baker 28-72. Fairview Warriors will play in Malta on Jan 3 and Harlem on Jan. 4....
The Sidney wrestling team traveled to Gillette last weekend to compete in the Pat Weede Memorial Wrestling Tournament. Sidney won six duals and lost two during the tournament. Sidney wrestlers Brenner Mullin, Aaron Schmitz and Reece Graves were undefeated. Pat Weede Wrestling Tournament Dec. 20-21 – Gillette, WY Friday, Dec. 20 Round 1 Sidney/Fairview, 43 Sheridan, 34 Round 3 Sidney/Fairview 52 Moorcroft 28 Round 4 Thunder Basin 49, Sidney/Fairview 26 Round 5 Sidney/Fairview 39, Scottsbluff 3...
The Richland Ranger Bantams added 4 wins to their season this past weekend. They travelled to Mandan, ND, on Friday, Dec. 20 to face Madan Mayhem on and then into Bismarck to face three Bismarck Capitals teams Saturday, Dec. 20 and Sunday. Dec. 21. Friday night's game against the Mandan Mayhem brought the Rangers their first win of the week with a final score of 11-2. Saturday brought the Bantams 2 games. First, they faced Bismarck Red and dominated the ice with a 14-0 victory. That afternoon...
It would be completely understandable if you haven't noticed any changes as you drive by City Hall on 2nd St. S.E., Sidney. The exterior remains the same other than new treatment covering the doors of the old fire hall. Step inside, and the change brought about by B&B Builders and mostly local sub-contractors in just a few months, is remarkable. Over $1.6 million in ARPA (federal American Rescue Plan Act) funds allowed the City of Sidney to expand City Hall and bring it into the 21st Century....
“Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.” From its start in Detroit on Jan. 21, 1915, it has grown to include 445,167 members in clubs all over the world. The Sidney Kiwanis Club was organized on Dec. 22, 1924 and was presented its charter on April 15, 1925 by its sponsoring club, Glendive. Officers were: president Carl Brattin, vice president Ira Bendon, treasurer J.A. Loken, district trustee R.P. Imes and secretary J.H. Clark. Directors were F. George Johnson, J.I...
Gary Schoepp, Action Auto and Eagle Country Ford car dealer, Sidney, said he was totally amazed when pictures of he and his wife, Karen, started to appear on the screen at the Montana Auto Dealers Association (MADA) meeting in Helena Saturday, Aug. 17. That segment of the banquet involved the presentation of the Eagle Award. As more and more photos appeared, it gradually dawned on him that he was this year’s recipient of the prestigious award. “It really took me aback,” Schoepp said. “It was a complete surprise. It is an awesome honor to rece...
They’ve talked about it for years and now Ira and Amy Lake are taking the plunge into the restaurant business. “We’ve talked about it over the years, ever since the M&M closed. We wanted to get back into the restaurant business but with a smaller venue. Then we started wondering who was going to take over the sale yard. And here we are. This is ideal,” Ira explained. They hope to have the Cattlemen’s Cafe at Sidney Livestock Market Center open by Aug. 27. It’s a natural fit for Ira whose grandparents Martin and Myrtle Lake, then his parents...
Sidney has welcomed a new addition to its business community with the opening of Amy Bieber CPA, PC, a CPA firm founded by Amy Bieber, a Sidney local. After over seven years with Wheeler, Bieber & Associates, PC (previously Smith, Lange & Halley, PC), Bieber decided to establish her own firm to provide a more personalized approach to financial services. The new firm officially opened its doors Aug. 1, 2024, offering a range of financial services tailored to meet the needs of the community. “I’ve had the privilege of working with a lot of gre...
Under The Big Sky Western Boutique, 141 7th St. SW, Sidney, held their ribbon cutting ceremony Saturday, Nov. 16. Joining in the event were: Sidney Mayor Rick Norby, Tegan Cole, Shelby Reese, Owner Jaynie Douglas, Jaelee Strangeford, Jacqee Huseby, Lacey Huseby, Kelsey Van Horn, Alice Johnston, and Lindsay Lawrence, Sidney Chamber representative....
Gerten & Co, PC and the Sidney Chamber held a ribbon cutting on Nov. 19. Gerten & Co, PC is located at 141 7th St. SW., Sidney. They can be reached at 406-480-8010....
In the style of the new cattle barn and the 4-H and school exhibit buildings, the new addition to the Event Center has the look of a barn on the outside. “It has the feel of the ag style, not industrial. It feels like a county fair,” Richland County Fair Manager Pam Shelmidine explained. With B&B Builders as general contractor, and using local sub-contractors where ever possible, the addition was built using county oil and gas money, with no additional taxpayer funding. Exhibitors at this year’s fair will relish the air conditioning, as they...
As 2024 draws to a close, Sidney Health Center reflects on a year marked by significant achievements, expanded services, and continued dedication to providing exceptional healthcare. Throughout the year, our mission to help the community achieve its highest level of well-being has been at the forefront of our efforts. Here's a look back at the milestones and accomplishments that defined the past year. National Recognition for Excellence Sidney Health Center has been honored with several...
Construction on Holly at 9th St. SW will soon bring a Dollar General store to Sidney. According to City Building Inspector/Fire Marshall Kale Rasmussen, the 12,480 sq. ft. building should go up quickly. The company has their own builders, based out of Alabama, that provide a 90- to 120-day normal turn-around time. The foundation is poured, dirt work is being done and sidewalks are being added along Holly, which Rasmussen said is an awesome addition to the street. "It really helps with foot...
Representatives from the Sidney Chamber, Richland Economic Development and the City of Sidney took part in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Les Schwab Tires on April 19....
