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The Associated Press reports that one worker died and three were injured in a fire at a McKenzie County oil well site on Saturday afternoon. The Associated Press reported that, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, crews were working on a workout rig about eight miles east of Watford City. The well, owned by XTO Energy, ignited at about 8:30 a.m. Johnny Stassinos, 52, Rock Springs, Wyo., died from his injuries Saturday afternoon at Trinity Hospital in Minot, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office reported. Daniel M...
You are invited to display exhibits in the Open Class Show held during the McKenzie County Fair on July 7 to 9 in the 4-H Building on the McKenzie County Fairgrounds. Top exhibit in each class can receive $10 and monetary awards have increased as follows: Grand - $5, Purple Ribbon - $4, Blue Ribbons - $3, Red Ribbon - $2 and White Ribbon - $1. All exhibits entered in the show will receive a ribbon, with exception being those entered “for show only.” Entries can be brought to the McKenzie County Extension Office, if you cannot bring them to the...
The top three vote getters in the McKenzie County commissioners race for the primary election on June 14 were Gene Veeder with 1,121 votes, Richard Cayko with 913 and Douglas Nordby with 875 votes. Thomas McCabe finished fourth with 733 votes. In Alexander’s mayor race, Jeff Whitehurst received 39 votes compared to Jerry Hatter’s 27 and Kenneth Willcox with 17. Top council candidates Richard Modine and Terrille Jacobson each received 59 votes. The top three candidates for Watford City council were Kenny Liebel with 368, Matthew Beard with 243...
Watford City residents will enjoy one of its busiest weekends of the year and host many class reunions when Homefest is celebrated on June 24-25. Activities start with a food fest and fun on Main Street from 5 p.m. to midnight central time on Friday, June 24. The street dance will feature live music by Minnesota based band Contention On Saturday, June 25, a street fair with food and craft vendors starts at 11 a.m. on Main Street. The McKenzie County Farmers Union’s Kids Zone will offer inflatables. At noon, the 2016 Homefest Baby Pageant w...
Through a public-private partnership, the Resource Education and Agriculture Leadership (REAL) Montana program has been providing leaders from around the Treasure State with an in-depth look at natural resource development industries. This year, the second class of participants makes its way through a two year course, wherein seminars are scheduled throughout the state as well as in Washington D.C. At the end of the course, participants also take an international trip. The inaugural class...
McKenzie County commissioners heard about proposed design plans on June 7 for when the current sheriff department is vacated. Heidi Brenna of ICON Architectural Group said plans are for the area to have holding cells, moving court room two and for more storage space.Because construction of the new law enforcement center is scheduled to be completed next spring, commissioners needed to put in their budget now costs for design fees. Commissioner Douglas Nordby explained that positives are having...
The McKenzie County commissioners approved $29,792 on June 7 for a fencing project at the McKenzie County Fairgrounds. Tim Jorgenson, county fair board member, said the chain link fence will be located between the parking lot and the rodeo grounds. Commissioner Kathy Skarda asked, “Have you felt like you have outgrown the area there?” She said she heard some concerns from 4-H members. Jorgenson answered that there is enough room at the current location, “if we get it like we want. We’re working...
Watford City residents will enjoy one of its busiest weekends of the year and host many class reunions when Homefest is celebrated on June 24-25. “It’s a big weekend for people to come home. There’s a lot going on,” Mary Gumke, director of the Watford City Chamber of Commerce, said. “It will be a wonderful kickoff to the summer.” Activities start with a food fest and fun on Main Street from 5 p.m. to midnight central time on Friday, June 24. The street dance will feature live music by Minnesot...
G.A. Haan Development showcased 100 new apartments for McKenzie County seniors and the workforce recently. The properties received support from local, state and federal government programs to guarantee affordability. “The alliances forged through the development of McKenzie Village and McKenzie Park are great examples of the public-private partnerships we need for enhancing our healthy, prosperous communities,” Lt. Gov. Drew Wrigley said. The North Dakota Industrial Commission, consisting of Governor Jack Dalrymple as chairman, Agriculture Com...
A workshop designed to help youth develop basic skills for babysitting will be held on Wednesday, June 1, at the Courthouse Meeting Room in Watford City. The course will start with 8:30 a.m. CT registration and will conclude by 4 p.m. CT. Anyone ages 11 to 15 interested in babysitting is encouraged to attend. Topics to be included in the training are: leadership and learning to be a safe and responsible babysitter, basic care, safety and safe play and first aid. Pre-registration is requested by Friday, May 27 at the McKenzie County Extension...
A ground-breaking ceremony was held on Tuesday, May 3 for the new Cornerstone Bank in Watford City. The new bank is scheduled to open to customers in the summer of 2017. Watford City Market President Dale Patten says the move is necessary because of the bank's growth. Patten adds, "We have enjoyed participating in McKenzie County and Watford City's tremendous growth. We are very excited to bring new banking facilities to town that will allow us to not only continue serving customers and meeting...
North Dakota Game and Fish Department fisheries personnel recently stocked more than 40 local fisheries with catchable trout, catfish and pike. Approximately 23,000 11-inch rainbow trout, 800 adult catfish, 750 5-pound pike and 600 1- to 5-pound cutthroat trout were recently stocked in rural and city ponds and lakes. Fisheries production and development section leader Jerry Weigel said while the state’s fisheries are at historic highs, many are not as easily accessible to youngsters, older adults and disabled anglers. “These stockings put cat...
Free food assistance for you and your family. All income eligible residents in McKenzie County welcome. Open dates and times are as follows: Thursdays from noon to 2 pm, Cashwise donates food giveaway to the Food Pantry, 1st Tuesday of each month from 5 pm to 7 pm and the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 2 pm to 4 pm. The Food Pantry is located in the lower level of First Lutheran Church, 212 2nd Ave. NW, Watford City. For more information or to set up an appointment to visit the pantry call 701-444-3451 or www.mcfoodpantry.com. Pantry includes...
The 11th Annual Best Kept Secret Bra Auction had another successful year, raising approximately $20,000 for the Cancer Coalition Aid Fund (CCAF), which is housed at the Foundation for Community Care. The CCAF is part of the Montana Comprehensive Cancer Program that serves Richland, Dawson, McCone, Prairie, Fallon, and Wibaux counties and provides financial assistance to help with living and other expenses for those going through cancer treatments. The CCAF has helped patients from other...
A research based educational parenting program, will be held from 5 pm to 9 pm on Thursday, April 21 at the NDSU Extension Office/McKenzie County, 205 6th Street NW, in Watford City. This class will also be held from 9 am to 1 pm on Saturday, April 30 at the Law Enforcement Center, 223 East Broadway, in Williston. Parents Forever would be appropriate for parents experiencing or considering a family transition of separation/divorce, who are divorced and experiencing challenges or who have never been married and do not live together. Attendees of...
When Kelly and Jason Deming got their kids involved in 4-H, they quickly realized that it was something that was very rewarding and lots of fun. Kelly Deming, who was a member of McKenzie County 4-H for ten years, put the word out, contacting five in-town families that they are friends with and encouraged them to get their kids involved in Richland County 4-H. The Demings offered to house the livestock animals for kids that would otherwise be unable to raise and show goats, sheep, hogs, and...
North Dakota State University is offering a series of workshops for gardeners. A team of 12 university experts will present information on timely topics in gardening and landscaping. The Spring Fever Garden Forums will be held on Monday nights in April (April 4, 11, 18 and 25). Sessions run from 6:30 to 8:45 pm CDT. “All gardeners are invited to attend our forums,” states Marcia Hellandsaas, NDSU Extension Agent/McKenzie County. “It is a great opportunity to learn of gardening trends and see the latest research from NDSU.” Experts will share i...
Ashley Karst, 8th grader from East Fairview School and Sumaiyah Alyadumi, 7th grader from Watford City Middle School both placed in the top 25 at the ND State Spelling Bee. The top 25 compete in the oral spell down rounds. Sumaiyah competed thru the 2nd round of orals and Ashley competed thru the 6th round....
In May 2015, the Montana Department of Revenue hosted an alcohol summit in Bozeman for county DUI task forces, law enforcement agencies, and alcohol abuse prevention personnel from across the state. Locally, members of District II Alcohol & Drug and the Richland County DUI task force attended the summit. They received an immense amount of useful information, and decided to bring something similar to eastern Montana, in hopes of bringing more training to agencies in the eastern part of the state. Throughout the past 6 months, a dedicated group...
BOZEMAN – Researchers will be using a mailed survey in Richland County, Montana, and McKenzie County, North Dakota, to collect data to better understand the local community benefits and costs of oil and gas development. The survey asks businesses and landowners about how recent oil activity affected their businesses and farm and ranch operations. The post-boom timing of this study makes it notable as little hard data exists about communities after peak drilling activity, according to Julia Hobson Haggerty, project director and assistant p...
McKenzie County conducted its annual spelling bee under the direction of Carol Kieson, McKenzie County Supt. of Schools. The competition was held Wednesday, February 24 at Alexander Public School, hosted by Superintendent Leslie Bieber and her staff. The 2016 State Spelling Bee will be held in Bismarck March 21 at the Ramkota Inn. The North Dakota Masonic Foundation, the North Dakota Association of County Superintendents, and the North Dakota Newspaper Association co-sponsor the State Spelling...
In order to keep North Dakota beautiful, the Theodore Roosevelt Expressway Association (TRE) is partnering with a number of agencies across the state to conduct a clean-up of the US 85 in western North Dakota. The agencies plan to hold a US 85 Clean-up Week from April 25 through April 30. This event is an effort to pick up trash along the corridor and to promote a litter free roadway. In order to get this project done, many volunteers will be needed. Our Corridor partners to date are listed: City of Williston, City of Bowman/Bowman County Co.,...
“Watford City has had a farmers market for as long as I can remember.” says Daniel Stenberg one of the Watford Market organizers. “This year we are looking to expand the market by trying a new venue, adding music, demonstrations and hopefully more vendors.” The McKenzie County Heritage Park located on the west side of Watford City will be the new location for the market this summer that runs weekly from late July through September. Regional and local musicians will be sought to share their talents with all who come to the market and will pe...
Watford City-Funding and building a new, state-of-the-art medical campus is no small task. McKenzie County Healthcare Systems' (MCHS) new medical campus is designed to enhance outpatient and inpatient care, meet the community's primary and urgent care needs, provide for surgical procedures and equip the Howard Bonner Memorial Emergency Room with technology necessary for the best, most immediate and effective response in the region. Additionally, private resident rooms for our community's aging...
When Kelly and Jason Deming got their kids involved in 4-H, they quickly realized that it was something that was very rewarding and lots of fun. Kelly Deming, who was a member of McKenzie County 4-H for ten years, put the word out, contacting five in-town families that they are friends with and encouraged them to get their kids involved in Richland County 4-H. The Demings offered to house the livestock animals for kids that would otherwise be unable to raise and show goats, sheep, hogs, and...
