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After working in banking for nearly 47 years, Scott Swenson is retiring. In lieu of a retirement party, Swenson has opted for a customer appreciation party because customers are what it is all about. Swenson says his favorite thing about being a banker has been helping people realize their financial dreams: from buying a new car or house to starting a new business to helping get the crop planted. For Swenson, greeting customers as they came into the bank was a highlight each day. "Seeing...
The North Dakota Petroleum Council held its 38th annual meeting at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City, September 17, 18, and 19, to elect its officers and conduct the general business of the organization. The annual meeting is held in a different location every year, and this year it was held right in the heart of oil country. The meeting brought oil and gas professionals/experts together to hear from speakers, including government officials, industry experts, and community leaders, on the latest issues and developments in the oil and gas...
Watford City, ND – ConocoPhillips announced a $100,000 charitable contribution to McKenzie County Emergency Management during a meeting of the McKenzie County Commission on September 17 in Watford City. The grant will support the county's transition to an updated statewide communications system which will improve response capabilities for first responders throughout the largest county in the Williston Basin. "Ensuring that emergency responders have the tools they need to serve the residents of M...
The Watford City FFA chapter has been very involved in our community throughout the many years we have existed and is working to keep that tradition going. We have had an exciting summer as we got to welcome our new advisor, Miss Gunderson! Several FFA students entered projects into our county fair this summer, many of which went on to Minot to be exhibited at the North Dakota State Fair. August was a very busy time for us. We also had three students represent us at the land judging contest;...
The Long X Arts Foundation’s Watford City Area Concert Series is excited to announce the lineup for the 2019/2020 Concert Series, the second series for the newly formed organization that is committed to providing high quality entertainment at an affordable rate for members of the community. All concerts take place at 7 p.m. CT in the Watford City High School Theater Auditorium. Kicking off the Concert Series on Tuesday, October 8 is The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater. Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the u...
The 21st Annual Heritage Day that was to take place at the McKenzie County Heritage Park on Saturday, September 21 has been postponed due to weather condition to October 5 (this will also depend on weather conditions.) The McKenzie County Heritage Park is located west of Watford City at 950 2nd Avenue SW. This free event will start at 11 a.m. and wrap up around 5 p.m. Throughout the day, attendees will have the opportunity to visit the historic buildings and antique tractors in the Heritage Park...
On Friday, September 20, at the Watford City Rough Rider Center, the 2nd Annual Welcome to Watford Celebration will take place. This free event will start at 4:30 p.m. and conclude at 6:45 p.m. Every year, new community members continue to pour into McKenzie County. So often, people who are new to the area have moved away from their family and friends and know nothing about Watford City, which makes it difficult to get involved in and become familiar with Watford City's community. So to help mak...
A visitation for Clarence J. Jore will take place Wednesday, September 18 from 1-5 p.m. with a prayer service at 4 p.m. at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Watford City, ND. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Clarence passed away, Sunday, September 15, 2019, at the Good Shepherd Home in Watford City, ND. Clarance Jore was born February 27, 1937, at Chimney Butte near Keene, North Dakota, to Almer and Della Jory living in town in...
The Long X Arts Foundation's Watford City Area Concert Series is excited to announce the lineup for the 2019/2020 Concert Series, the second series for the newly formed organization that is committed to providing high quality entertainment at an affordable rate for members of the community. All concerts take place at 7 p.m. CT in the Watford City High School Theater Auditorium. Kicking off the Concert Series on Tuesday, October 8 is The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater. Popovich Comedy...
The NDRA Championship Finals Rodeo will take place at the McKenzie County fairgrounds located in Watford City on Friday, September 27 and Saturday, September 28. The rodeo will start at 7 p.m. on Friday and 6 p.m. on Saturday. The NDRA Rodeo will include a rodeo dance, The Mud Butte Band, a ranch rodeo, and vendors. The Finals Rodeo will feature the top twelve contestants in each standard event and pit them against the top stock in the state. Events that will be at the finals rodeo is bareback and saddle bronc riding, ladies breakaway and...
Parents Forever, a research based educational parenting program, will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25 at the NDSU Extension Office/McKenzie County, 205 6th Street NW, in Watford City. Pre-registration is requested prior to attending. Interested individuals are to contact NDSU Extension/McKenzie County by Monday, September 23 at 701-444-3451 or email [email protected]. Parents Forever would be appropriate for parents experiencing or considering a family transition of separation/divorce, who are divorced and...
The most heated rivalry among two North Dakota hockey teams heads to the Badlands. The Watford City Youth Hockey Association has invited the Bismarck Bobcats and Minot Minotauros to Watford City for a preseason tilt. It has been dubbed "The War in Watford City". The preseason games will take place Friday, September 13 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 14 at 7 p.m. at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City. Bismarck Bobcats owner, Thom Brigl, says he is excited to bring the North American Hoc...
On Sunday September 8, 2019 at approximately 7:20 p.m. Watford City Police Department Officers responded to the 300 block of 3rd Ave. SW for a vehicle vs, bicycle injury crash. Upon arrival officers made contact with an 8-year-old juvenile and his mother. The child had been riding in the 300 block of 3rd Ave SW when an older White Ford Ranger that was traveling west struck the child and bike. The Ford Ranger then failed to stop and continued west on 3rd Ave, SW from the scene. Witnesses inform law enforcement that the driver looked back and saw...
On Wednesday September 4, 2019 at approximately 6:45 A.M., Watford City Police Department Officers were dispatched to a vehicle break-in in the 400 block of 3rd Ave NE, Watford City. Shortly after the first call, dispatch received another call of a burglary of a garage less than one block away. The homeowner of the second break-in chased the suspect, and while doing so, a firearm fell to the ground from the suspect's pants. The suspect picked the handgun up, and continued to flee to a residence...
A memorial service for Sharian Turnquist, 75, of Watford City will be from 4-7 p.m., Saturday, September 21 at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Watford City, ND under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Sharian passed away on Friday, September 6 at her home in Watford City, ND....
McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) will be hosting their Annual Women’s Day event at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City on Saturday, September 14. The event includes a Fun Run, vendor show, free lunch, motivational speaker, Amberley Snyder, Long X Arts Foundation activity, and presentation of “Woman of the Year” Award. The free event will kick off at 9 a.m. with a 5K Fun Run. The vendor show will start at 10 a.m. and wrap up around 2 p.m. The sponsored lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m., people interested in attending the lunch, and t...
The 21st Annual Heritage Day will take place at the McKenzie County Heritage Park on Saturday, September 21. The McKenzie County Heritage Park is located west of Watford City at 950 2nd Avenue SW. This free event will start at 11 a.m. and wrap up around 5 p.m. Throughout the day, attendees will have the opportunity to visit the historic buildings and antique tractors in the Heritage Park that have been donated from all around McKenzie County. Attendees can also participate in a Long X Arts activity (creating clothespin dolls), watch blacksmith...
The North Dakota Downtown Conference recognized its inaugural Downtown Impact Award winners during its Awards Luncheon on Thursday, August 29, 2019 in Williston. The awards recognized organizations and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the downtown districts in their communities. The awards were presented to individuals and organizations in four categories: Downtown Event, Downtown Atmosphere, Downtown Champion and Downtown Leadership. The Downtown Event and Atmosphere...
McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) will be hosting their Annual Women's Day event at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City on Saturday, September 14. The event includes a Fun Run, vendor show, free lunch, motivational speaker, Amberley Snyder, Long X Arts Foundation activity, and presentation of "Woman of the Year" Award. The free event will kick off at 9 a.m. with a 5K Fun Run. The vendor show will start at 10 a.m. and wrap up around 2 p.m. The sponsored lunch will begin at 11:30 a.m.,...
McKenzie County Extension will be having an educational and informative in-crop weed forum. We will be working in conjunction with the Williston Research Extension Center as well as many reputable guest speakers. We will cover topics such as biology of a few select weeds affecting producers, non-chemical control and regulation of infestations, identification of upcoming or new weeds; maintenance of a weed problem and control of an infestation. This is a free event with free lunch provided by the McKenzie County Crop Seed Improvement...
On Saturday, September 7 there will be a McKenzie County Senior Day Expo at the Veteran’s Memorial Building and Civic Center in Watford City. This free event will start at 1 p.m. and end at 6 p.m. The event will feature local professionals speaking every fifteen minutes about Healthcare, Wellness, Wealth Management, Insurance, Probate Law, Social Services, Family Caregiver Support, and the Senior Safety program available in McKenzie County. The Looney Lutherans, a comedic group out of the Twin Cities, will also be entertaining around 3:30 p...
Watford City Writing Workshop: The Written Me Take a deep breath, shush the naysayers in your mind, and take this first step towards writing your story. Join published writer Sue Skalicky for this this six-session course on memoir writing as she demystifies and simplifies the process. Plan to laugh, learn, and launch your story. The first workshop session on September 8 is free and limited to 25 participants. Join us at no obligation and see if memoir writing is for you! The remaining five...
Watford City, ND — The leadership of Watford City and McKenzie County are seeking to learn more about the needs and wants of Watford City area residents by deploying a community survey. The feedback generated through this survey will support the creation of a vision, strategy, and action plan to support economic and community development. “As we look to chart the next steps forward for our area, we want to be assured that our efforts and activities are reflecting the priorities of the broader Watford City community,” remarked Vawnita Best,...
The most heated rivalry among two North Dakota hockey teams heads to the Badlands. The Watford City Youth Hockey Association has invited the Bismarck Bobcats and Minot Minotauros to Watford City for a preseason tilt. It has been dubbed “The War in Watford City”. The preseason games will take place Friday, September 13 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, September 14 at 7 p.m. at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City. Bismarck Bobcats owner, Thom Brigl, says he is excited to bring the North American Hockey League (NAHL) to western North Dakota and particu...
