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BISMARCK, ND — Area residents are among the 1004 students named to the 2024 Spring Semester Dean’s List at the University of Mary, in Bismarck. This number includes students in Mary’s undergraduate program and in adult education (University of Mary Online). To qualify for the honor, traditional undergraduate students must earn a 3.50 or better grade point average while carrying at least 12 credit hours. Students enrolled in the UMary Online program must earn a 3.50 or better grade point average while at a full-time adult learner status. Area...
Red Rock Auto, Watford City, is the first in McKenzie County to install a Level 3 EV charging station, which is the market's quickest, most powerful EV charging option, with phase 3 electricity meaning quicker charging for your electric vehicle. And, the service is free. The 3-phase electricity supply offers up to 480 volts resulting in charging times of only 15-55 minutes, depending on the vehicle. General manager Cody Johnson stated that although the primary focus at Red Rock Auto is still on...
Organizers of the McKenzie County Fair in Watford City have planned four days of fun and excitement just for you Wednesday, June 12, through Saturday, June 15. Gates open at 5 p.m. Wednesday evening and 8 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Admission to the grounds is free. All times are Central Daylight Time. Start the weekend at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening with the Olaf Leiseth Memorial Draft Horse Show. This free event showcases the hard-working draft horses and their drivers as they navigate an...
The Sidney Patriots baseball team opened their season Saturday, June 1 with 1-1 conference record. They lost their first game versus the Laurel Dodgers, 11-2. In the third inning Cooper McNally hit a double and brought in one run. In the top of the fourth the Dodgers scored three runs. Ryder Hansen pitched 4 1/3 innings, giving up seven runs (six earned) on 11 hits, striking out three and walking none. McNally went two for three at the plate as the cleanup hitter and led the team with one run...
The McKenzie County Planning Commission will be holding a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 12 at 5 p.m. in the Board Room of County Commissioners’ Meeting Room, 201 5th St. NW, Watford City. Zoning/Land Development Ordinance Updates for agricultural district, wind power, solar power, buffering/landscaping (industrial District), planning and zoning application process, changes based on State Law and Federal Case Law, clarifying subdivision/platting requirements and improved formatting....
IMCA Hobby Stocks A Feature 1 1st Place: Taylor Heaton, Baker, MT, 11H 2nd Place: Kyler Satran, Minot, ND, 22 3rd Place: Kaiden Tuchscherer, Estevan, SK, 91T 4th Place: Connor Hansen, Torquay, SK, 15 5th Place: Ethan Neu, Fairview, MT, 51E 6th Place: Aiden Paul, Dickinson, ND, 27A 7th Place: Caleb Storbakken, Williston, ND, 16C 8th Place: Matt Sorenson, Williston, ND, 110 9th Place: Sage Borud, Williston, ND, 6B 10th Place: Jonathan Taylor, Tioga, ND, 5 11th Place: Jay Larsen, Willison, ND, 2L IMCA Modifieds A Feature 1 1st Place: Brady...
Watford City Senator Dale Patten believes North Dakota citizens should consider their state an "energy superpower." Speaking at this week's Western Energy Roundtable in Watford City, Patten said the state is effectively a military superpower with two Air Force bases, a fleet of B-52 bombers, and underground ballistic missiles. He said it's also an agriculture superpower, leading the nation in the production of spring wheat, canola, sunflowers and other commodities. But Patten said North Dakota...
Events in Sidney unless otherwise listed. MT. Wed., June 5 6:15 p.m. - Karen Huskamp Shares Experiences In Peru - Everyone is welcome to come and hear Karen’s experiences while participating in the delivering of Shoeboxes in Peru for Operation Christmas Child. Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 211 E. Holly St. Wed., June 5 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - The 16x20 Show Onesti Krieger - through June 22.- Clint Whitmer Photography “Eye of the Camera” - through June 29. - Kathleen Frank High Country West Exhibit - MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave....
Organizers of the McKenzie County Fair in Watford City have planned four days of fun and excitement just for you Wednesday, June 12, through Saturday, June 15. Gates open at 5 p.m. Wednesday evening and 8 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Admission to the grounds is free. All times are Central Daylight Time. Start the weekend at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening with the Olaf Leiseth Memorial Draft Horse Show. This free event showcases the hard-working draft horses and their drivers as they navigate an...
On June 6 at 2:39 p.m. CT there was a three-vehicle injury crash on HWY 23 Mile Marker 33, approximately 14 miles west of New Town. A 1969 Ford Mustang with its left turn signal activated was stopped near the fog line facing west waiting to make a left turn off Highway 23 onto a gravel road. The Ford Mustang was waiting for a 2022 Ford F-150 traveling east on Highway 23 before turning left onto the gravel road. A 2005 Nissan Murano was also traveling west on Highway 23 behind the Ford Mustang. The Nissan Murano struck the rear of the Ford...
Dr. Brett Lawlor is now offering his extensive experience in interventional pain medicine and nonsurgical treatment of neurologic and musculoskeletal injuries, his specialized knowledge in neck and back pain and sports medicine at McKenzie Health in Watford City. He is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and also offers electromyography (EMG and nerve conduction tests). Having started his private practice from scratch in his home town of Rapid City, SD in 1997, which grew to...
It's a full weekend of family fun as Watford City kicks off the summer with baseball, food trucks and Touch a Truck, all at the Rough Rider Center. Start the weekend off with the Walleye Legion Alumni baseball game at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5 as players of all ages get together. A full weekend of baseball follows with The 4th Annual Doug Johnsrud Baseball Tournament, as teams from Froid, Billings and Richland County, MT; Lovell and Gillette, WY; Moose Jaw, SK; Williston, Hillsboro Central...
Events in Sidney & Fairview, MT Wed., May 29 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - The Myth Of Beauty Waterworks 45th Juried Art Show - through May 31. - The 16x20 Show Onesti Krieger - through June 22.- Clint Whitmer Photography “Eye of the Camera” - through June 29. - Coming June 5: Kathleen Frank High Country West Exhibit - MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. For more info call 406-433-3500, or visit https://mondakheritagecenter.org/. Wed., May 29-Sun. June 2 Memorial Day Decorations - Decorations may be placed o...
On May 14, at approximately 7:49 p.m., the Watford City Police Department and McKenzie County Sheriff’s Department responded to a report of an injured big horn sheep that was located in the 400 block of 5th St. NE. Upon arrival, it was observed that the animal appeared to be significantly injured; blood was observed on the animal’s mouth, neck and chest. It is common practice to dispatch injured wild animals within city limits. North Dakota Game and Fish requested local law enforcement officers to dispatch this animal. Post-mortem testing of...
Long X Posse, which hosts Dogs on the Deck, received some game changing donations recently, assisting them in their mission of providing a fun event and contributing to the community. Danny's Home Rescue helped the foundation acquire a utility trailer to store all their materials in. They then remodeled it as well. LeeAnn Brown of Long X Posse said the crew worked 12 hours a day for 10 days straight to get it done. "Daniel Stahl, owner and carpenter, has put in so much time to this year's...
Kent Pelton Park in Watford City is the place to be Thursday evenings from 5 to 8:30 p.m. CDT May 23, through June 27, as Long X Posse hosts Dogs on the Deck. Multiple local non-profits benefit from this annual fundraiser while attendees enjoy a night of family fun showcasing local bands and artists. Start off with a foot-long beef hot dog with all the trimmings, chips, a cookie and a bottle of water for only $5. Kids of all ages will find plenty of activities, games and crafts at the TR Energy Center. Stop by the beer garden, featuring new...
The Sidney Eagles tuned up for this weekend's divisional track meet by competing at the Bill Kelly Twilight Invitational in Glendive on Friday. The Eagles took fifth place in the boys' standings with 53 points. Williston earned first with 129 points followed by Glendive with 109 and Lewistown with 66 points. In the girls' division, Sidney took sixth with 40 points. The top three teams were Williston with 116.5, Miles City with 94 and Hardin with 93 points. Sidney's boys came away with two...
Williston Basin Speedway Opening Night/Band Day Racing Results, May 11 IMCA Hobby Stocks A Feature 1 1st Place: Ethan Neu, Fairview, MT, 51E 2nd Place: Taylor Heaton, Baker, MT, 11H 3rd Place: Kyler Satran, Minot, ND, 22 4th Place: Connor Hansen, Torquay, SK, 15 5th Place: Tim Anderson, Minot, ND, 44 6th Place: Kruz Wilson, Manor, SK, 27JR 7th Place: Aiden Paul, Dickinson, ND, 27A 8th Place: Brennor Grinstead, Stanley, ND, 51X 9th Place: Dawson Reese, Williston, ND, 13R 10th Place: Shawn...
In an effort to bolster the supply of newly constructed homes, Watford City has passed the Homeowner’s Two-year Property Tax Exemption, approved by the City Council on April 1. This new program, in compliance with N.D.C.C. § 57-02-08(35), allows a property tax exemption for a maximum of $150,000 in dwelling value; exclusive of the land on which the home is situated or any special assessments. Rita Olson, City assessor for the City of Watford City, said, “The exemption is only available to new single-family homes that have not started cons...
Frank Axtmann, 72, Watford City, ND, passed away on Monday April 30, 2024, at the McKenzie County Health Hospital in Watford City with his daughter by his side. A memorial service for Frank will be held on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Watford City, with Mark Honstein officiating. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com....
Sidney scored 46.5 points in the boys’ division for sixth place and 11 points in the girls’ division during track action in Watford City on Saturday. Sidney’s Chace Waters earned first place in the shot put with a mark of 52-9. Ryan Unruh finished second in the 110-meter hurdles with a time of 18.18 seconds. Nathan Carlsen took fifth in the race at 20.08 seconds. Kade Samuelson placed fourth in the discus with a best of 119-3. Joseph Yadon earned fourth in the 100 with a time of 11.56 seconds. Yadon took fifth in the long jump at 19-9. Moran...
The City of Watford City is undertaking a community wide redevelopment plan that looks to shape three highly visible parcels of land for the future. These parcels of land include: Both sides of Main Street from Park Avenue to the Children’s Park and Long X Visitor Center The east side of the 200 block on Main Street from Door 204 to Larsen Service Drug The retired Fairgrounds, which in the survey is divided into areas 3A and 3B, separating the floodway from the flood plain. The community is asked to take this time to make their input heard b...
Events in Sidney unless otherwise listed. MT. Fri., May 10 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. - Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class Hosts Sunrise City Cleanup - Check in at Veterans Memorial Park. Volunteer for 1 hour or the entire morning. Multiple time slots available. To register text the word “Volunteer” to 406-206-7988. 1-9 p.m. - Women’s Wellness Collective - All ages welcome until 5 p.m.; remaining hours for 21+. Free to the public. Includes vendors showcasing wellness-oriented businesses with offerings that can improve the quality of life...
The Watford City Roughrider Fund is a one and a half cent city sales tax missioned with enhancing Watford City. In recent history, the fund supported the construction and expansion of large community facilities including the McKenzie Health Medical Complex, the Rough Rider Center and the Watford City Municipal Airport. Each year, the fund supports organizations that create vibrancy in our community through events and programming in and around Watford City. This year, the fund committed $ 100,000 to its Community Enhancement Grant program to...
The Sidney Eagles split two home softball games during action last week. The Eagles knocked off Watford City, 18-3, in non-conference play on Thursday, April 25. Adessa Saitta, a freshman, was the game's winning pitcher. Sidney then fell to Miles City, 18-12, in conference action on Friday, April 26. After Miles City gained a 4-0 lead in the top of the first, the Eagles responded with five runs in the bottom of the frame. Hits by Amaiya Kirn, Jayla Huft and Aiyana Kirn highlighted the inning....
