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The Community Foundation Fund is giving out $8,400 in grants to local organizations. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, government agencies. Groups without such designation may enlist a fiscal sponsor. Apply online only at www.NDCF.net/McKenzieCounty tab apply for Grant. Applications are due Sept. 28. The local advisory committee will discuss the applications and determine grant awards in October. The McKenzie County Community Foundation (MCCF)was established to fund priority needs of...
The 1st annual youth rodeo, Spinnin’ Pole Arena Playday, is set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. This event will take place at 12481 21st St. NW, Watford City and will feature barrels, poles, flag race, speed race, and dummy roping. The cost is $5 per event and is open to ages 13 years of age and younger. Awards will be given to the top six contestants in each event and all-around champions (top three in each age group). This event is sponsored by Watford City area businesses and generous donors including Drakin Oilfield Const., D...
The 2020 Census closes Sept. 30, 2020. Leading up to that time, the the McKenzie County Complete Count Committee (https://www.countmckenzie2020.com/) has been working to count everyone. The August events the Rapid Response Team was present at, Fun Fest and the first five weeks of the Farmers Market, counted over 80 households. That estimates to over $1.5 million in additional federal program revenue to the community over the next ten years! In addition to the August events, the Rapid Response will be at the final Watford Market, Sept. 3 and at...
Reginald Young, 31, Watford City, ND, passed away on Friday, Aug. 21, 2020, at McKenzie County Hospital, Watford City, ND. No services are planned in Watford City, ND. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND is caring for the family. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com....
The 1st annual youth rodeo, Spinnin’ Pole Arena Playday, is set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 5 at 10 a.m. This event will take place at 12481 21st St. NW, Watford City and will feature barrels, poles, flag race, speed race, and dummy roping. The cost is $5 per event and is open to ages 13 years of age and younger. Awards will be given to the top six contestants in each event and all-around champions (top three in each age group). This event is sponsored by Watford City area businesses and generous donors including Drakin Oilfield Const., D...
Farm Credit Services of North Dakota is proud to announce that it has awarded the Benefit Fund of the McKenzie County Healthcare Systems $3,869 as a recipient of the Rural Community Grant Fund (RCGF). The grant funds will help purchase additional equipment to expand telemedicine services. Lynn Welker, McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) Public Relations and Fundraising, was pleased to accept the check from Farm Credit Services, and utilize the grant funds towards this equipment purchase....
Has caring for a loved one become stressful for you? Caregiving is rewarding, but let’s face it: caregiving is not easy—physically, emotionally and financially. “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is a class designed to provide you, the family caregiver, with the skills you need to take care of yourself. Classes will be held online six Thursdays, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1 and 8 from 2-4 p.m., CDT. To register, go to http://www.tinyurl.com/2020PowerfulTools or contact NDSU Extension in McKenzi...
McKenzie County Healthcare Systems Inc. (MCHS) has added many different services to their clinic, and more recently, they have implemented a Suboxone Clinic. This is a program offered to people who are seeking treatment for substance abuse. Anyone who struggles with pain medication addiction or physical or psychological dependence with morphine, dilaudid, methadone, heroin, kratom, codeine, oxycodone, or opioids is encouraged to take advantage of the Suboxone Clinic. The idea for establishing...
Has caring for a loved one become stressful for you? Caregiving is rewarding, but let’s face it: caregiving is not easy—physically, emotionally and financially. “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is a class designed to provide you, the family caregiver, with the skills you need to take care of yourself. Classes will be held online six Thursdays, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1 and 8 from 2-4 p.m., CDT. To register, go to http://www.tinyurl.com/2020PowerfulTools or contact NDSU Extension in McKenzi...
The Watford City FFA Chapter held an awards picnic at the Kent Pelton Nature Park on Tuesday, July 28 to recognize member achievements for the past school year. Members were presented with proficiency awards for their Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE) projects and leadership awards. The Watford City FFA Chapter continues to develop its members through premier leadership, personal growth and career success. The STAR Discovery Award went to Dominic-Jordan E. Robertson. As a young member,...
McKenzie County participated in the first-ever virtual State 4-H Consumer Decision Making contest held on July 21. The Junior Team of Kyle Best, son of Vawnita and Pete Best, Watford City, Jaden Murphy, son of Kim and Lee Murphy, Williston and Gracyn Darrington, daughter of Nikki and Patrick Darrington, Arnegard, placed 10th in the contest. 4-H Consumer Decision Making judging activities are designed to help youth develop decision-making skills. Their ability to observe and evaluate written...
Has caring for a loved one become stressful for you? Caregiving is rewarding, but let’s face it: caregiving is not easy—physically, emotionally and financially. “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is a class designed to provide you, the family caregiver, with the skills you need to take care of yourself. Classes will be held online six Thursdays, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 and Oct. 1 and 8 from 2-4 p.m., CDT. To register, go to http://www.tinyurl.com/2020PowerfulTools or contact NDSU Extension in McKenzi...
McKenzie Electric (Andrew Spratta cc'd) kindly donated 22 iPads to McKenzie County Healthcare Systems, Tuesday, July 28. The iPads will be used for long-term care residents and in the clinic for those waiting for appointments. The iPads will be helpful for long term care residents in keeping in touch with family and friends during challenges presented by coronavirus. The McKenzie County Healthcare Systems is very thankful for this generous donation!...
COVID-19 has put a damper on many activities, but there are still plenty of family fun events to take in. Watford City Thursdays - Sept. 3 – Watford Market, 5:30-7:30 p.m., 501 7th St SE. Visit local vendor booths while listening to live music from local artists. The Lions Club will be selling $5 burger plates. Thurs., Aug. 6 – Sip N' Paint Rooster at the Rough Rider Center. Did you know that having a rooster in your kitchen brings good luck? Cost is $35. BYOB. Register at www...
A funeral service for Graylon James Roberts, 2, Watford City, ND was held at 2 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020, at Watford City Assembly of God Church, Watford City, ND with Pastors Sheldon McGorman and John Brady officiating. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND is caring for the family. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Graylon passed away tragically on Monday, July 13, 2020 at McKenzie County Healthcare Center....
North Dakota State University Extension will host a three-session online food preservation class as part of the Field to Fork program. The dates for the classes and topics that will be covered are: • July 22: Introduction to food preservation, freezing produce for best quality • July 29: Let’s make jam, jellies and pickles • Aug. 5: Let’s preserve tomatoes and salsa The sessions will be held online from 2-3 p.m. CT. The webinars also will be archived for later viewing; however, participa...
Williston, ND - The Northwest North Dakota Community Foundation (NWNDCF) has awarded $14,000 from the Relief Fund to organizations supporting human services in Williams, Divide, McKenzie, and Mountrail counties as a result of COVID-19 and energy industry pressures. This grant allocation brings the total committed from the Relief Fund to $85,000. The following three grants were recently allocated: • $6,500 to Bakken Oil Rush (Watford City): Funds will be utilized to install laundry facilities in the thrift store to wash and sanitize donated clot...
This summer The McKenzie County Heritage Park will be offering many fun activities for kids to participate in throughout July and August. The Heritage Park has a variety of buildings that hold historical importance to McKenzie County's such as a trapper's cabin, country school, blacksmith shop, homestead shack, law office, church, barbershop, and much more! The Heritage Park is located west of Watford City at 950 2nd Avenue SW. Activities offered at the Heritage Park include a Dino Dig,...
A funeral service for Graylon James Roberts, 2, Watford City, ND will be 2 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020, at Watford City Assembly of God Church, Watford City, ND with Pastors Sheldon McGorman and John Brady officiating. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND is caring for the family. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Graylon passed away tragically on Monday, July 13, 2020 at McKenzie County Healthcare Center....
As of June 22, McKenzie County Healthcare Systems started offering pediatric care services. Dr. Maria Marchenko, MD, originally from Russia, is the facility's first-ever pediatrician! Dr. Marchenko graduated from the Russian State Medical University and came to New York to complete her residency program at the New York Medical College. As a board-certified pediatrician, Marchenko has passed rigorous exams given by the American Board of Pediatrics and has met regular continuing education...
This year, Safflower Technologies International, LLC (STI) will be conducting a local safflower refinery feasibility study. This study will determine whether or not an area safflower refinery would be profitable in the McKenzie County area. The McKenzie County Job Development Authority (JDA) and the McKenzie County Commissioners have both granted $8,000 each in funds to financially support the study. The McKenzie County JDA fosters primary sector economic growth for McKenzie County They expresse...
Cornerstone Insurance Services is excited to announce Celena (CJ) Monsen as an Agent in Watford City, ND. She comes with over three years of experience in the Insurance industry. Originally from Roseau, MN, CJ graduated from North Dakota State University. She and her husband, Ryan, farm south of Arnegard, ND. CJ is very involved in the community. She is a member of the Watford City Rotary, District 1 Cattlewomens Club and is currently serving on the Watford City Chamber Board of Directors. In...
At 3:43 p.m., June 15, Badlands Search and Rescue was contacted directly for an injured hiker on the Long X Trail in McKenzie County on the Little Missouri National Grasslands. The hiker was reported to be approximately 3 miles in from the trailhead at the CCC Campground and had suffered a sprained ankle and was trying to limp out under her own power but was in pain and moving very slowly. The US Forest Service-McKenzie Ranger District was notified by BSAR and advised that their law enforcement ranger was out of position and for BSAR to proceed...
As of this spring, the McKenzie County Tourism staff released a new Tourist website along with a brand new Watford City events website. The tourism website serves as a "hub for the area's premier vacation attractions." "We have created a new and easy-to-navigate site that provides a lot of stunning images that make up McKenzie County and Watford City, North Dakota. Right away on the Home Page we take you to the Can't Miss Day Trips, we highlight all of the meeting facilities in and around...
Starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, at Long X Trading Post 2nd Ave SW, Watford City, there will be a Welcome to Summer Open House. At the event, there will be many opportunities for all ages to get out and have some fun. With many events being canceled due to COVID-19, the Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County, McKenzie County Tourism, and the Long X Bottle Shop wanted to provide some summertime fun for the whole community to partake in. The Long X Art Foundation will be doing children activit...
