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Events in Sidney, Mountain Time Wed., Sept. 25 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - 43rd Annual Quilt & Needlework Show - Through Oct. 5 - MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE, Sidney, MT. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. For more info call 406-433-3500, or visit https://mondakheritagecenter.org/. Thurs., Sept. 26, Oct. 3 & Oct. 10 4-7 p.m. - Richland County Farmers Market - Reynolds Market Parking Lot, Sidney, MT. Fri., Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25 7:30 p.m. - Volleyball Sports Nights - Come bring your family & have a great time, 1215 5th St. SE, S...
The 24th Annual Heritage Day in Watford City will be held Saturday, Sept. 21, from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the McKenzie County Heritage Park and North Dakota Oil Museum. After the opening ceremony led by Veteran Services Officer Mark Honstein at 11 a.m., The Lingenfelters will perform their musical talents, and food will be served by Slezak BBQ. At 12:30 p.m., there will be a demonstration of an "Old Time School" lesson, giving children and all attendees a view of what class looked like for previous...
The Fairview Fire Department responded to calls on Tuesday Sept. 10 about a semi starting four grass fires along ND Highway 200 due to an unconfirmed mechanical issue. The semi driver continued on his route and was not stopped at any point. Fairview Fire Chief Ryan Taylor was assisted by Sidney Fire Department and Alexander Fire Department in shutting down the fire. He felt Sharbono Creek assisted as a physical barrier in preventing its spread, and if not for the creek's location, they would...
The committee of the McKenzie County Community Foundation (MCCF) will be giving out $16,000 in grants to local organizations who serve McKenzie County. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax-exempt organization, government agency, or have a fiscal sponsor with one of those designations. Apply today online at www.NDCF.net/McKenzieCounty ("Apply for Grant" tab then "Apply Here" button). Applications are due by Sept. 29, 2024. The Foundation advisory committee will discuss the applications an...
The McKenzie County Cowboy Association is hosting the 2024 North Dakota Rodeo Association Finals on Friday, Sept. 27 and Saturday, Sept. 28 indoors at the McKenzie County Ag Expo, Watford City. With three rounds of rodeo, a Western art Show and Cowboy Culture Gathering, Kids Cowboy Bootcamp, mechanical bull riding, live entertainment all weekend and two nights of rodeo dancing, there will be fun for the entire family to enjoy! The Western Art and Vendor show kicks off the weekend on Friday,...
Jeff Beach - North Dakota Monitor - https://northdakotamonitor.com A North Dakota utility regulator says a railroad overpass should get built on a key road before construction begins on a multi-billion-dollar natural gas processing facility. "I don't know if it's within our jurisdiction or even whether it's fair and reasonable to require something like that," Randy Christmann, Public Service Commission chair, said during a work session last week. Christmann cited a letter from the head of the...
Events in Sidney, Fairview & Savage, MT: Mountain Time Now-Sun., Sept. 15, 5:30 p.m. Daemon Dean Johnston Silent Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Feed Savage - Visit auction page: www.daemondean.weebly.com to bid for the auction and attend the free will spaghetti feed on Sun., Sept. 15, 3-6 p.m., First Lutheran Church, Savage. Wed., Sept. 11 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - 43rd Annual Quilt & Needlework Show - Through Oct. 5 - MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE, Sidney Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. For more info call 406-433-3500, or visit...
On Tuesday September 10th, Fairview Fire Department responded to calls about a semi starting four grass fires along ND Highway 200 due to an unconfirmed mechanical issue. The semi driver continued on his route and was not stopped at any point. Fairview Fire Chief Ryan Taylor was assisted by Sidney Fire Department and Alexander Fire Department in shutting down the fire. He felt Sharbono Creek assisted as a physical barrier in preventing its spread, and if not for the creek’s location, they w...
The McKenzie County Sheriff’s Department received a call from a family boating on the Yellowstone River regarding a body hanging from the Fairview Bridge at 3:49 p.m. CDT on Sunday, Aug. 25. Detective Brandon Kindred said their office determined that the incident was a suicide and there is no foul play suspected. The office is not releasing the name of the victim out of respect for the family but said it was a 44-year-old male, Mexican native who was most recently a Colorado resident. Next of Kin have been notified and our thoughts are with t...
The McKenzie County Community Orientation, is a new initiative designed to help residents connect with the community and discover ways to get involved. With the first orientation event taking place on Sept. 5 at the McKenzie County Heritage Park and Oil Museum in Watford City (904 2nd Ave SW), this orientation will offer a comprehensive introduction to McKenzie County. Participants will learn about local activities, community engagement opportunities and enjoy a bus tour highlighting key points of interest. Doors open at 1 p.m., with snacks...
At 3:49 p.m. CDT on Sunday, August 25, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Department received a call from a family boating on the Yellowstone River regarding a body hanging from the Fairview Bridge. Detective Brandon Kindred said their office determined that the incident was a suicide and there is no foul play suspected. Next of kin have been notified. The office is not releasing the name of the victim out of respect for the family but said it was a 44 year old male, Mexican native who was most recently a Colorado resident. Anyone who is s...
On Wednesday, Aug. 14 at 6:13 p.m. CT a 2013 Kenworth semi pulling a side dump trailer loaded with scoria was driving north on 142nd Ave. NW near 17th St. NW in McKenzie County. The Kenworth left the roadway and began to enter the east ditch. The driver, Connor Gravley, El Paso, TX, began to overcorrect in an attempt to keep the Kenworth on the roadway. The Kenworth overturned and came to rest on its roof in the east ditch of 142nd Ave. NW. Gravley was seriously injured. He was transported to the McKenzie County Health, Watford City, and later...
According to Detective Brandon Kindred of the McKenzie County Sheriff’s office, the investigation into the death of Valentine Ene who died several days after an assault on June 1, 2024 is on-going. The assault took place on private property on the North Dakota side of 32nd St. NW, Fairview. The second individual has been identified. No charges have been filed. As of Aug. 7, Kindred said the incident remains under active investigation. “There are lots of things we’re looking at,” he stated. “We need to look at all the avenues and evidence...
The Badlands Search and Rescue Service held its second annual conference in Watford City and throughout McKenzie County from Aug. 6-9. This year's event included ground, water, and K9 skill venues with attendees coming from Kansas, Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Wyoming, and South Dakota. Held in partnership with the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office, the first day started at the law enforcement center before dividing up into those partaking in ground search basics,...
A 1998 Honda motorcycle was westbound on Hwy. 23 at approximately 12 a.m., when the 55-year-old male driver lost control of the motorcycle. The driver was wearing a helmet but was ejected from the motorcycle and was pronounced deceased on scene. The name will be released pending next of kin notification. The crash remains under investigation by the North Dakota Highway Patrol. Other agencies involved in the crash were: McKenzie County Sheriff’s office, Three Affiliated Tribes Police, Keene Rural Fire Department, and McKenzie County A...
Events in Sidney, Lambert & Fairview, Mountain Time. Wed., Aug. 7 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - “Capturing the Past” Exhibition Leah Olson - through Aug. 31. - “Celebrating the Essence” Exhibition Morgan Wagner - through Aug. 31. MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE, Sidney. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. For more info call 406-433-3500, or visit https://mondakheritagecenter.org/. Thurs., Aug. 8 9-11 a.m. - Montana Bumble Bee Atlas, Lambert Park - Field day to catch, identify, & release bees. Meet at Lambert Park at 9 a.m. Please bring wate...
This year's National Night Out will be Tuesday, Aug. 6, 4-7 p.m. at Kent Pelton Nature Park, 501 7th St. SE, Watford City. This community block party will include free food, bounce houses, music, activities for kids, face painting, meet the local First Responders and more. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. National Night Out enhances the...
On July 22, the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office was investigating a completely different event when they were challenged to a motor vehicle race with a 2010 Chevrolet Impala occupied by a male driver and a female passenger. The 2010 Chevrolet ended up stopping a short time after the pursuit began. The male driver exited the vehicle and began running and was soon apprehended. The male driver, Richard Rodriquez, Jr., was located and taken into custody for burglary, DUS/DUR (4th or subsequent...
Gen passed away peacefully at 93 on Monday, July 22, 2024. Genevieve Anne Holen was born on Jan. 19, 1931 to her parents, Lawrence and Anne Holen, on the Bolken Farm, north of Arnegard, ND. The story goes that at a whopping 5 lbs., she could fit inside a shoebox! Her birth and death took place on the same family farm. Gen spent her youth in Arnegard, with a brief time in Camas, WA, and Whitefish, MT. The family returned to Arnegard and Gen graduated in 1949. At age 17, she taught one year in a...
Events in Williston, ND & Ray, ND, Central Time. Thurs., Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 5-9 p.m. - Summer Nights On Main - Slamabama - Come to downtown Williston to experience incredible live music, amazing food, drinks, kids’ activities & more. Aug. 8: Chloe Marie; Aug. 15: Josey & The Whalers; Aug. 22: Moments Notice; Aug. 29: Eyes Closed. Fri., Aug. 2 11 a.m.-3 p.m. - 2nd Annual End Of Summer Bash - Exclusive party at the Williston ARC on the front lawn & in the pool. Lunch 11 a.m.-12 p.m., followed by yard games, pool volleyball & entertainment f...
Two males sustain life-threatening injuries after a residential fire on July 7 at approximately 7:37 p.m. (CDT) the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residential structure fire north of Arnegard, ND. The reporting parties indicated the residence was fully engulfed and two individuals had sustained significant burns to their bodies, while three other family members were able to exit the residence without injuries. Upon arrival of the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office, two males were located and identified as Dustin Ceynar, 48; and...
Gen passed away peacefully at age 93 on Monday, July 22, 2024. Genevieve Anne Holen was born on January 19, 1931 to her parents, Lawrence and Anne Holen, on the Bolken Farm north of Arnegard, ND. The story goes that at a whopping 5 lbs., she could fit inside a shoebox! Her birth and death took place on the same family farm. Gen spent her youth in Arnegard, with a brief time in Camas, WA and Whitefish, MT. The family returned to Arnegard and Gen graduated in 1949. At age 17, she taught one year...
Events in Williston & Tioga, Central Time Thurs., July 18 2-7 p.m. - Bakken Rocks Cookfest, Tioga - Free food, live music, great fun. Learn more about the oil & gas industry from industry experts, meet employees of companies working in the area & get some great BBQ. Information Session: Tioga Community Center, 410 6th St. NE; BBQ, Live Music & Kids Activities: Tioga City Park, 310 4th St. NE. Thurs., July 18, 25; Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 5-9 p.m. - Summer Nights On Main - Come to downtown Williston to experience incredible live music, amazing...
The Watford City Area Chamber of Commerce, McKenzie County Long X Arts Foundation and Watford City Parks and Recreation are keeping the Homefest tradition alive in Watford City July 12-13 as a way to welcome those returning for a visit and those who have made Watford City their new home. Homefest events kick off Friday with the much-anticipated theater performance of "Pinocchio" presented by area youth who participated and rehearsed with the Missoula Children's Theater traveling theater organiza...
