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In 1996 Alvin Gravos took a chance when a good business opportunity presented itself. And he wasn't the only one. At the time, Gravos was managing what was then Great Plains Supply, in Watford City, when he and his employee Cheryl Maynard found out the store would be closing its doors. "I guess at the time we just decided to buy it rather than to have to go out and look for different jobs," Gravos recalled. Maynard was his star employee back then and she too didn't want to seek out new...
23 was an inventive year in the automotive industry. It was the year post-war era vehicles were introduced. Their designs were sleeker, swoopier, wider and lower. Back then showroom floors touted the all new Ford F-1 pickup truck and the woody station wagon. It was the age of coupes, tudors, newly designed two-door sedans, and customers could drive brand new cars off the lot for no more than $2,200. 1949 was the first year since 1941 that any civilian vehicles were manufactured. In between...
This year, the city of Watford City will turn 100 years old and everyone near and far is invited to come and celebrate. In 1914 the city of Watford City was founded and on the weekend of June 26-29, 2014, it will host a variety of events for the occasion, including entertainment from Tigiriliy and 32 Below to Merrill Piepkorn's Radio Stars, along with magicians, an art show, children's activities and a film festival that will feature the premier showing of Cody Shimek's film Cowboys and Crude....
Jackie Beasley, Activity Director at the Good Shepherd Home (GSH) in Watford City, not only takes herself to work every morning, but she also brings with her a four legged Bichon Frise named Sammy. Jackie acquired Sammy from a loving family that felt his calling was to comfort the residents at GSH after witnessing all of the love and attention he received and gave while participating in the GSH Farm Fun Day last year. Sammy is four and a half years old and he looks forward to going to work every...
Area citizens are invited to share input on the future of the state’s oil and gas Legacy Fund at a free lunch meeting Wednesday, June 11 from 11:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. at the Teddy’s Residential Suites in Watford City. Citizen input forums are being organized as part of the Legacy Fund Initiative (LFI) project, convened by the Great Plains Institute. McKenzie County Economic Development Director Gene Veeder is one of the 25 statewide project participants. “Gathering citizen and community feedback is an important part of ensuring our Legacy Fund...
Hannah Akin drives one to the outfield during a little league game in Watford City. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...
The Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project (LYIP) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are announcing the close of signup for the 2014 RCCP (Formerly AWEP) program on June 20, 2014. The AWEP (Agricultural Water Enhancement Program) was approved for use in the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project area from 2010 to 2014 and funds from this program have been used to increase irrigation efficiency on agricultural land within the LYIP boundaries in Montana and North Dakota. Sprinkler irrigation systems have been a high priority for the LY...
After only 5 days of practice, Watford City youth and the Missoula Children's Theatre performed "Blackbeard The Pirate" Pictured are Javyn McGorman, Greybeard, Tia McGorman, Bluebeard; Carson Voll, Peachfuzz and Carter Zenz as Blackbeard performing a scene during the performance. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...
The Watford City gym floor was covered with wrestling mats this past week as the wrestling team hosted their second Annual Bootcamp Wrestling Camp on June 4-6th. This year's camp featured four headliner clinicians from around the country. The first day of camp was highlighted by Bruce Baumgartner and Terry Steiner. Bruce Baumgartner is arguably one of the top five wrestlers of all time in the entire world and is the most highly decorated international wrestler in the history of the United...
It was a perfect day for the 10th annual Children"s Fishing Derby in Watford City. The Derby for area youth was held at the fishing pond in Watford City, sponsored by the USDA Forest Service Dakota Prairie Grasslands, the City of Watford City and the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. There were plenty of fish caught along with prizes and a picnic lunch served to end the morning....
Denton Zubke, CEO of Dakota West Credit Union, states "We are presently sitting on top of each other. The existing building is 4800 square feet and we need at least 7500 square feet." The new building, which is located at 340 North Main in Watford City, almost directly across the street from the existing building, is expected to open its doors toward the latter part of June. Standing 3 stories tall and approximately 15,500 total square feet, the new building will offer plenty of room to meet...
Come join in for the 10th Annual Children’s Fishing Derby sponsored by the USDA Forest Service Dakota Prairie Grasslands, the City of Watford City and the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Bring your fishing rod and chair and meet at the Watford City Youth Fishing Pond, Saturday, June 7, just east of the Watford City football and track field. Children ages 13 years and under are invited to fish free when accompanied by a responsible adult. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Lunch will be served around 11 a.m. Bring your fishing pole, tackle b...
A tornado rated an EF2 touched down in a man camp south of Watford City injuring 9 people on May 26. The Weather Channel reported that the twister's top speed was 120 mph. (Photo by Kent Taylor)...
The Wolves defeated Midkota 5-1 in the first round of the tournament and went on to defeat Velva-Drake-Anamoose 11-4 in the Semis and Hazen 9-4 in the Championship game. It was a first State Championship for the Wolves after their sixth year of High School Baseball....
In a joint effort with the South Dakota Humanities Council and the 125th Anniversary Committees from the states of North and South Dakota, the North Dakota Humanities Council will commemorate the entry of South and North Dakota into statehood with a special One Book collaboration. “Dakota: A Spiritual Geography” by Kathleen Norris will serve as the joint One Book for the two states in 2014. The humanities councils in North and South Dakota will engage residents in literary programming based on Norris’ New York Times bestselling book, in which...
In Watford City, we're pretty well-known for the energy industry, but did you know we are still a world class destination? Whether you are hoping to work, stay or play, Watford City area offers everything you need in terms of activities, comfort, and amenities. On your trip, you will learn a lot about the growth of our region. You'll see the expansion of our roads, the busy movements of the energy industry, and an incredible pace of housing and commercial construction. You'll also rediscover...
Where else can you watch an angry bull stomp and thrash about, watch blinged-out barrel racers steady their steeds, or witness brave pickup men charge toward bucking broncos? It's the same place where you can listen to live entertainment while enjoying a fist full of cotton candy while riding the zipper among friends and neighbors at the carnival! Before the dust settles on the 55th annual McKenzie County Fair, folks will have an opportunity to enjoy rodeo performances, a demolition derby, beef...
In Watford City, we're pretty well-known for the energy industry, but did you know we are still a world class destination? Whether you are hoping to work, stay or play, Watford City area offers everything you need in terms of activities, comfort, and amenities. On your trip, you will learn a lot about the growth of our region. You'll see the expansion of our roads, the busy movements of the energy industry, and an incredible pace of housing and commercial construction. You'll also rediscover...
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...
Celebration of Life for Vicki Lunn, 54, of Huson, MT will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, June 1, 2014 at Snoqualmie Valley Eagles, Snoqualmie, WA. A potluck will follow the service. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Vicki died on Thursday, May 15, 2014 in Watford City, ND, from injuries sustained in a car accident....
In a joint effort with the South Dakota Humanities Council and the 125th Anniversary Committees from the states of North and South Dakota, the North Dakota Humanities Council will commemorate the entry of South and North Dakota into statehood with a special One Book collaboration. “Dakota: A Spiritual Geography” by Kathleen Norris will serve as the joint One Book for the two states in 2014. The humanities councils in North and South Dakota will engage residents in literary programming based on Norris’ New York Times bestselling book, in which...
In a joint effort with the South Dakota Humanities Council and the 125th Anniversary Committees from the states of North and South Dakota, the North Dakota Humanities Council will commemorate the entry of South and North Dakota into statehood with a special One Book collaboration. "Dakota: A Spiritual Geography" by Kathleen Norris will serve as the joint One Book for the two states in 2014. The humanities councils in North and South Dakota will engage residents in literary programming based on...
Montana-Dakota Utilities is warning its customers about a utility scam that has hit parts of our service territory, including the Watford City and Williston area. People have been receiving calls from someone who states that if you do not pay your utility bill immediately over the phone, your utility service will be disconnected. Montana-Dakota Utilities does not operate in that manner. If you receive such a call, hang up and call us at 1-800-638-3278 and let us know you received the call. Customers should not share information such as credit...
The City of Watford City will be celebrating its 100th year the last weekend in June and we need Art, Craft & Commercial Vendors to help in the celebration. Our Centennial festivities begin on Thursday, June 26 with a dedication of our new Centennial Park and end on Sunday, June 29th with a non-denominational church service. The highlight of this event is our two day Centennial Festival which is set among the trees and along the creek of the City Park and McKenzie County Fairgrounds. Vendors...
A trio of wrestlers will visit Watford City, all of them having many ties to the Olympics. The Wolves Wrestling team will be hosting their second annual Bootcamp Wrestling Camp from June 4-6 and camp director Dwight Griffin has lined up an all-star cast of clinicians to headline this event. Each day of the three-day camp, a different clinician will be featured. Kicking off the camp will be one of the most decorated wrestlers in the history of the United States, Bruce Baumgartner. Baumgartner...
