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MSU Extension – Richland County will be hosting a Garden Workshop 6 p.m., Tuesday, April 26, at the Richland County Extension Office. This workshop will cover the basics of garden soils, garden planning and planting, and common garden pests, among other things. If you are interested in this workshop, please RSVP to the office by Friday, April 22 by calling 406-433-1206 or emailing [email protected]....
The Montana Public Service Commission will hold a public listening session on Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.’s 2021 Biennial Electric Integrated Resource Plan in Sidney, on April 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Richland County Extension office meeting room, 1499 N. Central Ave. “Every two years, the Commission requires regulated electric utilities in Montana to comprehensively analyze their operations to facilitate the most reliable and cost-effect energy resources to meet customer demand. The 2021 IRP was filed with the PSC on Sept. 25, 2021. The IRP...
Montana State University Extension (MSUE) works to improve the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased, researched-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery, and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The main program areas of MSU Extension include 4-H/Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Development, and Agriculture and Natural Resources. County Extension programs are a cooperation between the land grant univer...
The MonDak Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited held their annual banquet on April 2 at the Richland County Events Center in Sidney. This year marked the 25th anniversary for the MonDak Chapter. The chapter honored longtime supporter and state Walleyes Unlimited Hall of Fame Inductee Bob Gilbert with a MonDak Chapter embroidered jacket....
Miles City – A temporary gravel bypass around a bridge on the main road to Gartside Reservoir Fishing Access Site will be removed the week of April 11, and the bridge will be closed for two to three weeks for repairs. To preserve some walk-in access to the reservoir, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks maintenance staff has mowed and set up a temporary parking area off of County Road 115 and placed a sign. Construction on the bridge should be completed near the end of April. The bypass, which was b...
Join us in celebrating Earth/Arbor Day on Saturday, April 30th! We will be planting trees, providing some snacks and light fare, and some educational materials and resources pertaining to Earth Day and beyond. We encourage you to do a garbage clean up with friends, family or just you, and then bring your bag of trash to the park so we can see how much our community can gather. Hope to see you there! How cool are these posters highlighting art from Sidney middle schoolers! For more info please...
When Lieutenant Governor Kristen Juras visited Sidney, Feb. 19, many different topics of concern were brought up by the local officials. Among them, Richland County Sheriff John K. Dynneson brought up people with mental health issues sitting in jail when they did not belong there. The NAMI 2021 fact sheet for the state of Montana states that "About two in five adults in jail or prison have a history of mental illness and seven in ten youth in the juvenile justice system have a mental health...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Bakken Brewfest at the Richland County Event Center on Friday, Apr. 15, Sidney. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for VIP ticket holders and 7 p.m. for general admission. This year's Brewfest will have more beers than ever before, featuring over 50 microbrews, ciders, and wines mostly from Montana and North Dakota. "The Bakken Brewfest has a wonderful reputation for always having a large selection of microbrews from across Montana, North...
In an effort to connect job seekers with employers, the Sidney Chamber of Commerce, Sidney Job Service, Sidney-Richland Library, Richland County Fair and Rodeo and Sidney Health Center collaborated to host a Richland County Job Fair, April 19 from 3-7 p.m. at the Richland County Event Center. “Richland County currently has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%, yet there are many jobs needing to be filled and many people looking for new or different employment opportunities to meet the needs of their lifestyles and f...
With spring here, does anyone feel as though they do not have time to make a home-cooked meal, or would you like to be able to make something with what you already have on hand? Did you know that you can make your own casserole with what you already have in your home? Casseroles are fast and easy dinner options for a busy family or person as they usually take minimal time; you can use what you have on hand, throw them together, let them do their thing, then dinner is ready in a flash. Plus, if you have leftovers, you also have lunch for the...
There will be no regular COVID vaccine clinic at the Richland County Health Department on Tuesday, April 12. Clinics will resume Tuesday, April 19, from 12:30-3 p.m. The Health Department will be evaluating the COVID vaccine clinic schedule through a survey posted to the Department Facebook page. The survey will be available from April 11 through April 22. This will provide feedback from community members regarding whether COVID clinics should remain separate or be integrated into regular vaccine clinic days. To take the survey, visit the...
Montana State University Extension (MSUE) works to improve the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased, researched-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery, and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The main program areas of MSU Extension include 4-H/Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Development, and Agriculture and Natural Resources. County Extension progra...
MSU Extension has released a new MontGuide providing information about selecting an attorney to develop and implement an estate plan or to provide legal help with the probate process. “When selecting an attorney to help develop an estate plan, it is helpful to have one who is well-informed about Montana will and trust laws, and other legal tools. You want the attorney to develop an estate plan tailored to your needs, by considering your age, health, family, income, assets, goals, and other circumstances,” says Marsha Goetting, MSU Ext...
Mark Sweeney, Democrat candidate for Montana U.S. House of Representatives District Montana #2 visited Sidney March 31. During his time in town Sweeney spoke at the Sidney Kiwanis Club, visited with chairman of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Jim Steinbeisser, met with Sidney Health Center CEO Jen Doty, met with local business leaders and spoke to area Democrats. Sweeney grew up in Miles City and graduated from Custer County High School. He holds a degree from Western Montana College...
The Montana Public Service Commission will hold a public listening session on Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.'s 2021 Biennial Electric Integrated Resource Plan in Sidney, on April 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the Richland County Extension office meeting room, 1499 N. Central Ave. "Every two years, the Commission requires regulated electric utilities in Montana to comprehensively analyze their operations to facilitate the most reliable and cost-effect energy resources to meet customer demand. The 2021 IRP...
MSU Richland County Extension Agents (MSUE) works to improve the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased, researched-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery, and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The main program areas of MSU Extension include 4-H/Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Development, and Agriculture and Natural Resources. County Extension programs are a cooperation between the land grant...
Soil sampling in your garden may be beneficial if standard fertilizer rates have left your plants unhealthy or under producing. A soil test allows you to determine the amount of nutrients currently in your garden and determine the correct amount of nutrients and fertilizer that are needed to support your plants. Soil samples should be a 6-inch-deep core from the soil surface. A spade or shovel may be used, but a soil probe or auger is the best option, as it allows for the same amount of soil to be collected from each depth. The MSU Richland...
The Walleyes Unlimited MonDak Chapter will be holding their annual banquet and membership drive April 2 at the Richland County Event Center, Sidney. This public event begins at 6 p.m. with tickets available at the door. The cost is $60 for a single ticket and $70 for a couple. The price includes a yearly membership and subscription to the Walleyes Unlimited "Fish Tales" magazine. The event will bring back the favorite activities from previous years including the ever-popular fish fry. The club...
Have you been wanting to get an electric pressure cooker, are afraid to use one, or have one and want to learn more? Join MSU Extension for an evening of learning about electric pressure cookers. Then enjoy some tasty foods that you will be making in an electric pressure cooker to enjoy with other class participants. Class will be on Thursday, March 31, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at MSU Extension Richland County Office Meeting Room, 1499 N Central Ave., Sidney. The cost for this class is $10 at the door, and scholarships are available upon request. Class...
Montana State University Extension (MSUE) works to improve the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased, researched-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery, and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The main program areas of MSU Extension include 4-H/Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, Community Development, and Agriculture and Natural Resources. County Extension progra...
The greed and deceit of cigarette manufacturers is hardly breaking news, but Richland County Tobacco Prevention Specialist Jacklyn Damm has recently been enlightening Middle School students with some of those very facts. Why this story now? With the Richland County Youth Risk Behavior Survey showing that 55% of High School students and 26% of Middle School students are currently vaping, it’s time to tell them the real truth behind Big Tobaccos marketing tactics and the ongoing deception that has led to them. Over 1,300 people die every day i...
Soil sampling in your garden may be beneficial if standard fertilizer rates have left your plants unhealthy or under producing. A soil test allows you to determine the amount of nutrients currently in your garden and determine the correct amount of nutrients and fertilizer that are needed to support your plants. Soil samples should be a 6-inch-deep core from the soil surface. A spade or shovel may be used, but a soil probe or auger is the best option, as it allows for the same amount of soil to be collected from each depth. The MSU Richland...
The Richland County Health Department is providing the following COVID-19 case information (click here). This information reflects case counts between March 17th and March 30th, 2022. There has been one additional COVID-related death during this time period. A woman in her 60's has died of complications from COVID-19. The Health Department will provide updates as time allows....
Now that recreational marijuana is legal in Montana, Richland County is weighing its options regarding marijuana sales tax. In February, the Richland County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution (Resolution 2022-23), adding a question to the ballot of a local-option marijuana excise tax for Richland County marijuana sales. This resolution enables Richland County voters to decide whether to increase the sales tax on medical marijuana, recreational marijuana, or both by 3%. The question presented on the ballot will allow voters the...
