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McKenzie County conducted its annual spelling bee under the direction of Carol Kieson, McKenzie County Supt. of Schools. The competition was held Wednesday, February 22 at Alexander Public School, hosted by Superintendent Leslie Bieber and her staff. The 2017 State Spelling Bee will be held in Bismarck March 20 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...
Williston Regional Economic Development (WRED) will be hosting public legislative forums on March 4 in the communities of Districts 1, 2, 4 and 39 to give the legislators the opportunity to provide an update to their constituents. District 1: Williston, Saturday, March 4, 10 a.m., NDSU Williston Research Ext. Center, Ernie French Center, 14120 Hwy 2 West, Williston, ND 58801. Contact, Ann Kvande, Williston Economic Development, [email protected]. District 2: Crosby, Saturday, March 4, 2017, 10 a.m., Crosby Community Center, 1002 2nd St...
J Sports Sporting Goods held their grand opening and ribbon cutting with the Watford City Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 15. The store features camping, fishing & hunting gear, sports accessories & apparel for local sports, fitness equipment, footwear, clothing, gifts and much more. J Sports Sporting Goods is located at 1100 4th Ave. NE in Watford City. Call 701-260-5228 or go to jsportssportinggoods.com for more information. Pictured above (L-R) Mike Curtis - Chamber, Janelle Ceynar - Chamber,...
The second class in Larsen Drug’s “A Conversation with Your Pharmacist” series will feature gut health as the topic. Learn what the big deal about gut health is and why you keep on hearing the word “probiotic”. Doctors of Pharmacy Jenna Wahlstrom and Kelsey Linseth will discuss how to keep your body functioning well, from the inside out and how probiotics can be part of the solution. Whether you suffer from digestive issues, immune disorders, or are just interested in the topic - they look forward to including YOU in the conversat...
Watford City’s Long X Arts Foundation will be hosting a Community Arts Forum on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 6:30 PM at Door 204 on Main Street Watford City. The event is being organized by the foundation in an effort to gather artists, musicians, community members and art enthusiasts together to share ideas about arts programming, events and opportunities they’d like to see in the community. The event is free and open to the public of all ages. Snacks will be served, door prizes will be awarded and coffee and wine will be available for pur...
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 on Tuesdays, February 28 to April 4 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm CT at the NDSU Extension Service/McKenzie County Office Meeting Room (office is located in the County Buildin...
Parents Forever, a parenting class for parents experiencing or considering separation/divorce, who are divorced and experiencing challenges or who have never been married and do not live together, will be held on Saturday, March 4 from 9 am to 1 pm at the McKenzie County Extension Office in Watford City. The workshop cost is $55 per person. Skills and tools to help reduce the effects of divorce on children and parents will be introduced and practiced. Topics discussed will be the transition...
The McKenzie County Pioneer Museum held a Community Hygge (pronounced "hoo-gah") on February 10th in Watford City. The Hygge, in honor of the Scandinavian lifestyle of comfort and relaxation, allowed members of the community to learn about the history of Watford while meeting new people and enjoying a social evening. Candles were placed all around the museum to provide a soothing atmosphere while both new and long time members of the community socialized and enjoyed refreshments provided by...
Watford City's Long X Arts Foundation will be hosting a Community Arts Forum on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 6:30 PM at Door 204 on Main Street Watford City. The event is being organized by the foundation in an effort to gather artists, musicians, community members and art enthusiasts together to share ideas about arts programming, events and opportunities they'd like to see in the community. The event is free and open to the public of all ages. Snacks will be served, door prizes will be...
Jake Smith, Fiber Splicer, is the recipient of the RTC Exceptional Employee Award for the fourth quarter of 2016. Jake started working at RTC in June of 2015 as a Fiber Splicer in Watford City. His duties include preparing and fusion splicing fiber optic cable to deliver new service to our customers, repairing cut fiber cables, and splicing fiber optic for any re-routing that may need to be done. RTC’s West Outside Plant Manager Cory Johnson says, “Jake is a “do whatever it takes” kind of guy. RTC is proud to have such a hardworking and ded...
If you are an adult who is a caregiver for a parent, spouse or other older adult, you are encouraged to attend the “Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop” offered on Tuesdays, starting February 28 to April 4, 2017. Classes will be held from 1 pm to 2:30 pm CT at the NDSU Extension Service/McKenzie County in Watford City. This office is located at 205 6th Street NW (County Building behind the Courthouse). Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a program designed to provide the tools you need to tak...
Junior High students from East Fairview, Alexander, Johnson Corners Christian Academy and Watford City competed in MATHCOUNTS, the annual nationwide math program for junior high school students on February 18th, according to Carol Kieson, McKenzie County Superintendent of Schools, local program coordinator. The MATHCOUNTS program aims to help improve student interest and ability in mathematics. They have targeted junior high students, who are at a crucial stage in sustaining and developing math...
The people of Denmark are considered to be among the happiest in the world despite their harsh winters. During these times, it is a custom to make family, friends and relaxation a top priority. On Friday, February 10th, The McKenzie County Pioneer Museum in Watford City will be hosting a Community Hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”), a pleasant Scandinavian tradition of comfort and relaxation. The event, intended as an atmospheric, candle-lit environment where adults in the community can socialize, will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. People liv...
Memorial service for Ralph Folven, 69, of Sidney, MT was held at 10 a.m. CST Monday, February 6 at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Watford City, ND with Pastor Sheldon McGorman officiating. Inurnment of cremated remains will be held at a later date at Teepee Butte Cemetery, Watford City, ND, under the direction of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Ralph died on Saturday, January 28 at Sidney Health Center, Sidney,...
The Watford City Chamber held a candidate forum for the mayoral candidates on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at Teddy's Residential Suites. Above, candidate Justin Voll (left) answers questions from moderator Joshua DeMorrett (center) while candidate Greg Schuetze (right) waits for his turn to speak. On Feb. 21, voters will decide who will replace Brent Sanford as Watford City Mayor in a special election....
TyDak Motorsports opened at the beginning of 2017 in Watford City. They are a full service Polaris and Arctic Cat dealer and also carry accessories and apparel by Klum, 509, Bear Track, Yetti and many other brands. They are located at 313 12th St. SE in Watford City and can be reached at 701-444-3096. Pictured above are (L-R) service manager Bill Sterling, parts/accessories manager Lindsey Perusich, Dakota & Tyler Erickson, general manager Craig Paulson and owners Joe & Serena Erickson. Check...
J Sports Sporting Goods located at 1100 4th Ave. NE in Watford City will be holding a grand opening and ribbon cutting hosted by the Watford City Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 15 from noon to 1 pm. The store will feature camping, fishing & hunting gear, sports accessories & apparel for local sports, fitness equipment, footwear, clothing, gifts and much more. Above is owner/executive director James Schmidt in his new store. Call 701-260-5228 or go to jsportssportinggoods.com for more...
There will be two entertaining events for the whole community of Watford City and beyond. The first night is an all-night adventure that will take place on Friday, February 10th at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City from 10:00 p.m. until 6:15 a.m. It is designed for participants twelve years of age and older. Tickets are currently being sold for $20 each before February 8th and those bought after that will be $25. Call Kelby at (701) 339-5471 to make your reservations and the tickets will...
It’s time for a special Mayoral Election in Watford City: Tuesday, February 21st. Brent Sanford was selected to be Governor Doug Burgum’s running mate as Lieutenant Governor of North Dakota and has resigning as Mayor of Watford City. Therefore two candidates are in the running to be the city’s next leader. Greg Schuetze, an electrical contractor in Watford City said of the city, “It’s better than any other place I have worked.” He described the city as vibrant and welcoming to everybody and attributes this accomplishment to the “historically go...
This Friday, February 3rd, the Watford City Swim Team will be having an in house meet at the Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City. Everyone is welcome to come and observe or cheer on the swimmers from up in the stands. The meet will start shortly after 5 pm and lasts about an hour. Call Rita Squillace at 510-672-7770 for more information or to get on their roster to receive emails. For sign up information, call coach Jamie Norstog at 701-339-0912....
Meadowlark Brewing founder Travis Peterson will speak with Dr. Rich Horsley from NDSU at the 64th National Hard Spring Wheat Show at 4:45 pm on Feb. 8 at the Grand Williston Hotel in Williston. Peterson and Horsely will talk about how two-row barley is used in the brewing process of craft beer. They will also focus on what traits are important to craft malters, the current trends in the industry and explain how brewers write a recipe for a style of beer. Following the presentation Peterson will...
The Watford City Chamber is holding a Meet the Candidates forum in conjunction with their network luncheon on Wednesday, February 1 at Teddy’s Residential Suites Lounge located at 113 9th Ave. SE at 11:30 am. A special election will be held on Tuesday, February 21. Gregg Schuetze and Justin Voll will be on the ballot for mayor of Watford City. Former Watford City mayor Brent Sanford was elected Lieutenant Governor in the Nov. 2016 election. Lunch is $11 per person or free for Watford City Chamber Silver and above members....
Parents of children of all ages are encouraged to attend the Nurtured Heart Approach to Parenting class offered on Saturday, January 28 from 9 am to 4 pm CT at the Yellowstone Meeting Room in the McKenzie County Courthouse located at 201 5th Street NW in Watford City. This class will offer new parenting techniques and strategies to create positive behaviors to bring to life a new way of shifting intense children and all children to a life of success. Here are the top five reasons you will want t...
