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The American Cancer Society Rugged West Relay For Life is getting underway; join us at our kick-off on November 29, 2013 at 6 PM in front of American Insurance (formerly West Plains Insurance). We will be serving soup and dessert, so stop by to stay warm during the Parade of Lights! Help us light the way to a cure! As participants gather this year to register teams and launch fundraising efforts, they’ll be helping the American Cancer Society redouble its efforts to make this cancer’s last century – not just for members of McKenzie County, but...
A McKenzie County Bank contribution to the North Dakota Housing Incentive Fund (HIF) will support affordable housing developments in Watford City. “McKenzie County Bank has always been a strong supporter of our community, and the decision to contribute to essential services housing using the HIF program was an easy one. These housing projects are critical to our community in order to provide housing for the people who will meet the needs of our growing population,” said Scott Swenson, CEO of McKenzie County Bank. Capitalized by con...
As we get older, many of us wonder what kind of influence we'll have on generations after us. In the case of John O. Larsen, and Larsen Service Drug, his decision to become a pharmacist and to move to Watford City and open Larsen Service Drug in 1952, would set a course for four future members of his family. His two sons, and two granddaughters would all choose to follow in his footsteps and become pharmacists. John would get to enjoy running the family business with his son, Larry, for many...
Larsen Service Drug invites witches of all ages to come join them for their WITCHES NIGHT OUT event, an evening of fun, friends, food and fundraising to be held on Monday, October 28th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. “We will have all of our fall and Halloween items on sale, as well as other things, and 15% of all our sales that night will be split between a benefit for Darlene and Karee Jo Garmann, and McKenzie County Social Services,” stated Larsen Drug owner Debbie Larsen. Whether you always wanted to be the Wicked Witch of the West, Glinda, or Sam...
Michael W. Kaminski II resides at 615 10th St SW, Watford City, ND 58854 Offense: Rape in the third degree. Conviction Date: May 6, 2005 ND-Status: Registered. ND-Risk Level: Undetermined Jordan B. Pitts resides at West Dakota Inn, 708 1st St NW, New Town, ND. Offense: Sexual Assault. Conviction Date: 06/21/2013 ND-Status: Registered. ND-Risk Level: Undetermined For additional information concerning this and any other registered sex offender in North Dakota, go to North Dakota sex offender...
Join First International Bank & Trust for an Informational Open House Thursday, October 10th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Outlaws’ Bar & Grill Ballroom - refreshments and snacks will be served. Learn how easy it is to make a HIF Donation that will have a lasting Impact in Watford City and help the McKenzie County Healthcare System....
Gov. Jack Dalrymple, North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) Director Grant Levi, Watford City Mayor Brent Sanford, and other state and local officials broke ground recently on the U.S. 85 Watford City Bypass, which will re-route Highway 85 traffic onto a new roadway southwest of Watford City. The bypass will enhance safety and traffic movement throughout the area, as well as meet the region’s transportation needs resulting from increased economic growth and activity. “Watford City and McKenzie County have experienced rapid gro...
The two-day NDRA Rodeo Finals event will feature the talents of North Dakota’s top 12 competitors in nine events, as they try to become the 2013 NDRA State Champion. The event is taking place Sept. 13 - 14 with rodeo action starting at 7:00 p.m. Go-around prizes will be awarded to each night’s top contestants. The beer garden opens Friday at 6:00 p.m. Other events are scheduled for Saturday including the Watford City High School Club Rodeo at 9:00 a.m. along with a team roping event to follow at 10:00 a.m. The Saturday NDRA Rodeo again sta...
Local individuals interested in an in-depth look at gardening are encouraged to enroll in the Master Gardener Program to be held weekly for eight Friday mornings starting September 27 and ending November 15. Sessions will be offered over the Interactive Video Network System (IVN) from 8:30 AM CT to 12:30 PM CT at the Courthouse in Watford City. Registration deadline to enroll in the course is Friday, Sept 13. This program is offered by the North Dakota State University Extension Service and...
Local individuals interested in an in-depth look at gardening are encouraged to enroll in the Master Gardener Program to be held weekly for eight Friday mornings starting September 27 and ending November 15. Sessions will be offered over the Interactive Video Network System (IVN) from 8:30 AM CT to 12:30 PM CT at the Courthouse in Watford City. Registration deadline to enroll in the course is Friday, Sept 13. This program is offered by the North Dakota State University Extension Service and...
The two-day NDRA Rodeo Finals event will feature the talents of North Dakota’s top 12 competitors in nine events, as they try to become the 2013 NDRA State Champion. The event is taking place Sept. 13 - 14 with rodeo action starting at 7:00 p.m. Go-around prizes will be awarded to each night’s top contestants. The beer garden opens Friday at 6:00 p.m. Other events are scheduled for Saturday including the Watford City High School Club Rodeo at 9:00 a.m. along with a team roping event to follow at 10:00 a.m. The Saturday NDRA Rodeo again sta...
The two-day NDRA Rodeo Finals event will feature the talents of North Dakota’s top 12 competitors in nine events, as they try to become the 2013 NDRA State Champion. The event is taking place Sept. 13 - 14 with rodeo action starting at 7:00 p.m. Go-around prizes will be awarded to each night’s top contestants. The beer garden opens Friday at 6:00 p.m. Other events are scheduled for Saturday including the Watford City High School Club Rodeo at 9:00 a.m. along with a team roping event to fol...
Local individuals interested in an in-depth look at gardening are encouraged to enroll in the Master Gardener Program to be held weekly for eight Friday mornings starting September 27 and ending November 15. Sessions will be offered over the Interactive Video Network System (IVN) from 8:30 AM CT to 12:30 PM CT at the Courthouse in Watford City. Registration deadline to enroll in the course is Friday, Sept 13. This program is offered by the North Dakota State University Extension Service and...
Parents Forever, a parenting class for parents experiencing or considering separation/divorce, who are divorced and experiencing challenges or who have never been married and do not live together, will be held on Thursday, September 5 at the Courthouse Meeting Room in Watford City. The class will start at 4 pm and will conclude by 8 pm. The workshop cost is $55 per person. Skills and tools to help reduce the effects of divorce on children and parents will be introduced and practiced. Topics...
What started as a community picnic after harvest season in Alexander, North Dakota, has, like so many early gatherings developed into large boisterous occasions that last for days and attract party goers and vendors alike. The annual Old Settler’s Day celebration here is four days chocked full of activities that don’t disappoint. During the 2012 Old Settler’s Day Celebration, Alexander city management found itself having to manage the influx of visitors during a time when road construction was creating chaos. With that out of the way, this...
Local individuals interested in an in-depth look at gardening are encouraged to enroll in the Master Gardener Program to be held weekly for eight Friday mornings starting September 27 and ending November 15. Sessions will be offered over the Interactive Video Network System (IVN) from 8:30 AM CT to 12:30 PM CT at the Courthouse in Watford City. Registration deadline to enroll in the course is Friday, Sept 13. This program is offered by the North Dakota State University Extension Service and...
What started as a community picnic after harvest season in Alexander, North Dakota, has, like so many early gatherings developed into large boisterous occasions that last for days and attract party goers and vendors alike. The annual Old Settler’s Day celebration here is four days chocked full of activities that don’t disappoint. During the 2012 Old Settler’s Day Celebration, Alexander city management found itself having to manage the influx of visitors during a time when road const...
Local individuals interested in an in-depth look at gardening are encouraged to enroll in the Master Gardener Program to be held weekly for eight Friday mornings starting September 27 and ending November 15. Sessions will be offered over the Interactive Video Network System (IVN) from 8:30 AM CT to 12:30 PM CT at the Courthouse in Watford City. Registration deadline to enroll in the course is Friday, Sept 13. This program is offered by the North Dakota State University Extension Service and...
The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) has committed more than $20 million from the Housing Incentive Fund (HIF) to 18 projects across the state. “The need for affordable housing is felt in communities statewide,” said members of the North Dakota Industrial Commission in a joint statement at their recent meeting. “NDHFA selected projects that address one of the state’s most critical needs – housing for police officers, teachers, nurses, waitresses, clerks and elderly and disabled households.” The 2013 Legislature re-authoriz...
The residents and businesses served by the R & T Water Supply Commerce Authority now have greater access to high-quality drinking water, thanks to additional supply from the Western Area Water Supply Authority (WAWSA). The R & T system was officially hooked up to WAWSA service today (8/13). “WAWSA wants to thank the State Legislators, Governor Dalrymple and the State Water Commission who continue to recognize the value and benefit of the Western Area Water Supply Project (WAWSP). With their support, we will remain on track to provide h...
To meet the needs of affordable housing in Watford City, Wolf Run Village, an $8 million project consisting of 42 housing units, was dedicated last week. This housing project will accommodate law enforcement personnel , teachers and public service employees, as well as their families. N.D. Governor Jack Dalrymple, N.D. Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem, Gene Veeder, McKenzie County Economic Development Director, Katie Walters, Bakken Housing Partners and Mark Schwei, Consolidated Contractors took...
The Amercian Red Cross Babysitter Course will be held from 9 am to 4 pm CT pm on Monday, August 19 at the Courthouse Meeting Room in Watford City. Youth ages 11 to 15, who are interested in babysitting children, are encourage to attend. Pre-registration is requested by Thursday, August 15 by calling the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701-764-5593 or e-mailing [email protected]. Cost to attend is $35 per person, which includes the Babysitter’s Training Handbook and food for b...
The McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office, the Watford City Police Department, and the United States Marshals Service are sponsoring a community forum to discuss sex offender registration in McKenzie County. Law enforcement representatives will discuss state and federal sex offender registration laws, how Tier levels are assigned to registered offenders, how registered offenders are monitored and when non-compliant offenders can be prosecuted. An open forum for discussion will follow the presentations. This event will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2...
Youth ages 11 to 15 who are interested in babysitting are encouraged to attend the American Red Cross Babysitter’s Course scheduled from 9 am to 4 pm CT on Monday, August 19 at the Courthouse Meeting Room in Watford City. Cost to attend is $35 per person, which includes the Babysitter’s Training Handbook, food for breaks and official recognition as a certified babysitter. For those interested in attending, pre-registration is requested by Thursday, August 15 – please contact the McKenzie Count...
Dr. Jan Knodel, NDSU Extension Entomologist, recently reported finding a relatively uncommon insect, cereal leaf beetle, feeding on barley and winter wheat in three new countries of North Dakota. These insects were found at the North Dakota Research Extension Center at Minot, in Burke County near Flaxton, and in Renville County near Mohall. Adults and larvae both feed on the leaves of cereal crops with the larvae being responsible for a majority of the damage which looks like elongated windowpan...
