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David and Lindsay Wingerter are the owners of not just one, but two unique eateries in Watford City. Conveniently attached to one another, Siggy's specialty sandwich shop serves delicious gourmet sandwiches like their best-selling Chicken Shack Ranch or Gourmet Roast Beef Sandwich complimented with their in-house made black garlic mayo, or perhaps their lamb and chicken gyros; then, patrons can head next door to Dub' C's Creamery for a taste of their delicious home-made ice cream. The...
Area residents will be treated to two special performances of the Radio Stars trio when they perform in Watford City, Saturday, August 20th. At 3 p.m. that afternoon they will play for the residents and guests at the Good Shepherd Home. Later that evening at 6 p.m. the band will perform a concert at the Watford City Tourist Park. The Radio Stars consist of Merrill Piepkorn, vocals, guitar and harmonica; Greg “Smokey” Temple, vocals,electric and steel guitars; and R.P. Sell, bass guitar and vocals. Their music, which has been described as countr...
The Watford City Chamber held their annual Best of the West Ribfest, Street Fair and Classic Car show on August 12....
My brother, Billy Bolken, passed away last month from Alzheimers disease. I am challenging all clients that Billy did work for to make a tax-free donation to the 2016 Walk to End Alzheimers-Fargo, ND on behalf of Darin Bolken at http://act.alz.org/goto/BillyBolken. Billy spent 8 years as the mayor of Watford City and served on the McKenzie County Fair Board. Most of this service went unnoticed to the public because he would work into the night. Every year this walk is made by his son, Darin, his wife, Lisa, and their two children, Carter and...
The McKenzie County Heritage Association is hosting its 18th Annual Heritage Day on September 17. Last year, we welcomed 500 people through our gates, and we are looking to make this year even better! It is our goal to help share our county’s heritage with our long-term residents, new residents and visitors in a fun and historic way. Events like this take funds to host so we’d like to give you the opportunity to help get your business or organization’s name in front of attendees this year by being a sponsor. Sponsorship opportunities inclu...
Petals Floral and More owner Erica Douglas and her Watford City florist Alydia Ferrari recently attended an 'Inspired Design' class in Sioux Falls, SD Aug. 4th – 7th. The class was instructed by well-known nationally accredited florists Ace Berry and Patience Pickner and focused on aspects such as focal points, depth, balance, line, customer service and color. The hands-on class consisted of about ten florists in total that were graded according to South Dakota state standards. "I take a...
One of the biggest events in Western North Dakota takes place on Main Street Watford City. The Best of the West Ribfest, Street Fair and Classic Car show is set for August 12, 2016 and this year it will be bigger and better than ever! The event kicks off with a fundraising breakfast for the local Boy Scouts, served on Main Street from 8-10 am. The Street Fair opens at 10 am with lunch being served at 11. Teams will be cooking up ribs on the street all day and ribs will be sold and served to the...
Area residents will be treated to two special performances of the Radio Stars trio when they perform in Watford City, Saturday, August 20th. At 3 p.m. that afternoon they will play for the residents and guests at the Good Shepherd Home. Later that evening at 6 p.m. the band will perform a concert at the Watford City Tourist Park. The Radio Stars consist of Merrill Piepkorn, vocals, guitar and harmonica; Greg "Smokey" Temple, vocals,electric and steel guitars; and R.P. Sell, bass guitar and...
One of the biggest events in Western North Dakota takes place on Main Street Watford City. The Best of the West Ribfest, Street Fair and Classic Car show is set for August 12, 2016 and this year it will be bigger and better than ever! The event kicks off with a fundraising breakfast for the local Boy Scouts, served on Main Street from 8-10 am. The Street Fair opens at 10 am with lunch being served at 11. Teams will be cooking up ribs on the street all day and ribs will be sold and served to the public at 5 pm. This year, for the first time,...
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...
Watford City based singer/songwriter and Nashville recording artist Jessie Veeder will be performing in concert Aug. 5 at 7 p.m. at the North Dakota Heritage Center in Bismarck. The free and family friendly concert will be held in the outdoor Prairie Amphitheater. Seating is not provided, and those attending are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair. Veeder will be signing albums after the concert and merchandise will be available for purchase. Veeder has been a symbol of folk music in...
Do you have what it takes to pick the best ribs in the west? Now you have the chance to be the judge! The Best of the West Ribfest Committee has announced the addition of an exciting new VIP Rib Judging Ticket for sale for the 2016 Best of the West Ribfest on Main Street Watford City on August 12. A $100 VIP ticket makes you an official judge of Ribfest, giving you all access to taste test every rib entry and cast your vote as well as providing you the perks of VIP seating under the shade of a tent from 4-8 PM. Beer and wine sponsored by...
Christian artists Colton Dixon and Cloverton will be in concert Thursday, July 28 at the Watford City High School, 2313 Wolves Den Parkway. A free-will love offering will be taken and doors open at 6:45 p.m. central time, with the concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. The concert is being put on by Johnson Corners Christian Academy, with all proceeds going to cover costs beyond tuition. Johnson Corners Christian Academy was established in 1982 and has been "Investing in students to change the world...
Christian artists Colton Dixon and Cloverton will be in concert Thursday, July 28 at the Watford City High School, 2313 Wolves Den Parkway. A free-will love offering will be taken and doors open at 6:45 p.m. central time, with the concert beginning at 7:30 p.m. The concert is being put on by Johnson Corners Christian Academy, with all proceeds going to cover costs beyond tuition. Johnson Corners Christian Academy was established in 1982 and has been "Investing in students to change the world...
William “Billy” Bolken, 66, West Fargo, ND (formerly of Williston, Watford City & Alexander) passed away peacefully due to complications of Alzheimer’s disease, at the Luther Memorial Home, Mayville, ND, Sunday, July 17. Billy was born on Jan. 2, 1950 in Williston, ND, the son of Hillmar “Bill” and Vera Bolken, Alexander, ND. He was a 1968 graduate of Alexander Public School and attended Dickinson State College until his enlistment into the U.S. Army in 1969. He was stationed at Fort Polk, LA, and served in Germany. After he returned from Germ...
Watford City has had a farmers market for many years, but this year they are looking to expand it with more vendors, live music, grilled foods for sale, and demonstrations. Over 20 vendors have submitted applications to sell their homegrown and/or hand made products. It starts this Thursday, July 21, and will run every Thursday from 5-7pm until sometime in September at the McKenzie County Heritage Park. "We've had a pretty good buzz of excitement about this expanded market idea" says Daniel...
McKenzie County Healthcare Systems has announced their participation in the Frontier Community Health Integration Project (FCHIP), a CMS (Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services) pilot project, scheduled to begin August 1st. McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS), the only healthcare facility in McKenzie County, will be able to provide enhanced Telehealth services for various medical consultations and interventions to patients accessing healthcare services. The FCHIP Demonstration Project will allow for enhanced ‘cost-based’ rei...
Do you have what it takes to pick the best ribs in the west? Now you have the chance to be the judge! The Best of the West Ribfest Committee has announced the addition of an exciting new VIP Rib Judging Ticket for sale for the 2016 Best of the West Ribfest on Main Street Watford City on August 12. A $100 VIP ticket makes you an official judge of Ribfest, giving you all access to taste test every rib entry and cast your vote as well as providing you the perks of VIP seating under the shade of a tent from 4-8 PM. Beer and wine sponsored by...
Summer is the perfect time to explore local food sources at your hometown Farmer’s Market! From savoring produce at the peak of freshness to meeting the people who grow your food, there are countless reasons to support farmers markets. Here are just a few! 1. Taste Real Flavors The fruits and vegetables you buy at the farmers market are the freshest and tastiest available. Fruits are allowed to ripen fully in the field and are brought directly to you—no long-distance shipping, no gassing to simulate the ripening process, no sitting for wee...
The Richland Patriots won both double headers with the Glasgow Reds this past Wednesday and Thursday night. Thursday was also Senior night. The Pats will travel to Watford City on July 11th and will play their last home game on July 13th against the Billings Cardinals....
WATFORD CITY, ND: In August 2015, the postal service announced its decision to relocate into the old S&S Motors Building. Bids for a new facility were solicited and a lease has been signed for the space at 1204 4th St. NE. Design is currently underway. Pete Nowacki from the US Postal Service states, "We anticipate awarding a construction bid by the end of summer with occupancy of the new facility in spring 2017." The post office will still be operating out of its current location after the...
Entry of Open Class exhibits in the McKenzie County Fair is from 1pm to 3 pm and from 6 pm to 8 pm on Wednesday, July 6 and from 8 am to 11:30 am on Thursday, July 7 in the 4-H Building on the McKenzie County Fairgrounds, east of Watford City. Judging takes place from 1 pm to 4 pm on Thursday, July 7. Exhibit books are available at several businesses in Watford City and are also on the NDSU Extension Service/McKenzie County website at https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/mckenziecountyextension. Top exhibit...
With special thanks to the North Dakota Humanities Council, Pulitzer Prize Winning Photojournalist Kim Komenich will be here during the 30th Anniversary of his award-winning work and the 100th Anniversary of the Pulitzer Prizes to discuss the power of journalism and how it contributes to an informed society. Prior to the event: Kim will be creating an original photo essay in and around Watford City, ND, focusing on the "things that endure" in Western North Dakota. He will be taking an...
Memorial service for Frances Piche, 96, of Sidney, is at 10 a.m., Friday, July 1, at the Peoples Congregational Church in Sidney with Pastor Neil Lindorff officiating. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Frances died on Sunday morning, June 19, at the Good Shepherd Home in Watford City, N.D....
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...
