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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...
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...
You don't have to be a cowboy to shop here! Saddle Up, Inc., located in Watford City, ND. brings a fresh take on the classic style. Mark and Dori Sparby opened Saddle Up in Blackduck, MN in 2007. When their full time positions brought them to Watford City, they brought Saddle Up with them. In 2011 the Sparby's opened their clothing store on Main St., and in January of this year they moved in to a 2600 sq. ft. building located at 109 6th Ave. SE in Watford City. The larger building has allowed...
McKenzie County conducted its annual spelling bee under the direction of Carol Kieson, McKenzie County Supt. of Schools. The competition was held Wednesday, February 26 at Alexander Public School, hosted by Principal Leslie Bieber and her staff. The 2014 State Spelling Bee will be held in Bismarck March 21 at the Ramkota Inn. The North Dakota Council of Educational Leaders, The North Dakota Association of County Superintendents, and the North Dakota Newspaper Association co-sponsor the State...
You don't have to be a cowboy to shop here! Saddle Up, Inc., located in Watford City, ND. brings a fresh take on the classic style. Mark and Dori Sparby opened Saddle Up in Blackduck, MN in 2007. When their full time positions brought them to Watford City, they brought Saddle Up with them. In 2011 the Sparby's opened their clothing store on Main St., and in January of this year they moved in to a 2600 sq. ft. building located at 109 6th Ave. SE in Watford City. The larger building has allowed...
Three years in the making, the 6 BROTHERS documentary is set to premiere on Prairie Public Television on Wednesday, February 26, at 8pm CT. Cooperatively produced between Daniel Stenberg and Prairie Public, the hour long documentary weaves together interviews, archival footage and letters sent during World War II, to show how a North Dakota family experienced the Great Depression and World War II. Further it touches on how their lives and experiences have helped to shape future generations. The...
Jade Hepper, Watford City 19-4 tech. fall over Jonathan Thomas, Velva. Jade Hepper, Watford City 7-5 decision over Aaron Sandy, Bishop Ryan. Braydin Horgan, Pembina County North pinned Jade Hepper, Watford City. Jade Hepper, Watford City 11-9 Decision over Michael Zink, Kindred. 3rd Place Match- Jade Hepper, Watford City 8-5 Decision over Bryce Carr, Carrington. Class “B” State Dual Tournament Carrington 76, Watford City 6; Bishop Ryan 63, Watford City 7....
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 12th, 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. It has targeted junior high students, who are at a crucial stage in sustaining and developing math ski...
Watford City will celebrate its 100th year in June 2014 with a week-long Homefest Celebration. The celebration will kick off on Thursday, June 26th at 10 a.m. with many events planned throughout the week including: a Centennial Parade, an ice cream social, golf scramble & steak fry, Heritage Days, Art in the Park, Kids activities, Film Festival, Arts & Crafts, Food Vendors, Centennial Homefest Run and lots of Main Stage Events. Per the Watford City Centennial website, “The mission and goal of a...
Adults 50 years of age and older are encouraged to join the “Nourishing Boomers and Beyond” program to learn strategies to eat more nutritiously and be more physically active. The first of nine monthly programs offered will be “Nourish Your Muscles” held at 6 pm on Thursday, February 13 at the McKenzie County Extension Office Building behind the Courthouse in Watford City. Participants will learn about the function of their muscles, what nutrients are important for good muscle health and what foods are good sources of protein and carbohy...
Last week the Watford City wrestlers ensured that they would be going to the State Tournament. They defeated Killdeer in a dual that clinched second place in the region dual standings and a trip to the Class “B” Dual Tournament this upcoming week in Bismarck. This past weekend, the Wolves put aside their team goals and got a little bit more selfish as they tried to qualify for the individual portion of the Class “B” State Tournament. Mission Accomplished- In all, nine wrestlers competed at the Region IV tournament in New Salem and all nine of...
Volunteer instructors for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department were recognized Jan. 4 at the annual banquet in Bismarck. Thirty-year service awards were presented to Dale Brewster, Stanley; Donald Brewster, Bowbells; Clyde Grosz, Beulah; James Hastings, Courtenay; Don Meyer, Devils Lake; Mark Montgomery, Center; David Rensch, Garrison; Rick Suckut, Bowdon. Recognized for 25 years of service was Douglas Crosby, Williston. Fifteen-year service awards were presented to Mark Entzi, Watford City; Curt Miller, Tioga and Scott Rehak, Williston....
Teddy Roosevelt (Joe Wiegand) presents McKenzie County Economic Development Director Gene Veeder (left) with a get well Teddy bear at the Watford City Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Annual Meeting on Jan. 22. Abraham Lincoln (Randy Duncan) spoke and Mark Haggerty presented "Windfall or Missed Opportunity? How North Dakota Returns Oil Revenue Compared to Other States." (Photo by Kristi Kuylen)...
Tesoro Corporation contributed $500,000 in December to the North Dakota Housing Incentive Fund (HIF). The contribution will support the development of affordable housing in Western North Dakota. “We are pleased to contribute to this valuable local program, which provides quality, affordable housing to the surrounding community. Tesoro is a proud partner of this community and appreciates the opportunity to support its vitality, well-being and educational resources,” said Todd Dixon, vice president and Tesoro Mandan refinery manager. Cap...
A Pancake Benefit Breakfast for Reagan Flatland will be held Sunday, January 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Civic Center in Watford City. Reagan is the daughter of Justin and Kalene Flatland, grand daughter of Roger and Delores Flatland of Watford City. On Nov. 21, 2013, baby Reagan was born 2 pounds 9 ounces, 12 weeks early and is still in the Minot Hospital NICU. Both Mom and baby are doing fine. Justin is a native of Watford City and works at North Country Mercantile in Minot. Kalene works...
The Little Wolves Basketball program began last Saturday in Watford City. Around 200 kids from pre-kindergarten to fourth grade registered this year. The first three weeks of the program focus on basketball skills and the last five weeks they play games. The kids also perform at half time of some of the JV and varsity games at the high school. The program is in it's sixth year. (Photo submitted by Laura Sanford)...
“Stepping On,” a seven-week falls prevention program, will start on Wednesday, January 29 at Outlaws in Watford City and continue for 7 Wednesdays. Each session will kick off with an optional noon meal at a cost of $10 and the program will begin at 12:30 pm and conclude by 2:30 pm. Pre-registration is requested prior to attending by calling the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701-444-3451 or e-mailing [email protected] or contact Kathy Skarda at First International Bank at 701-842-2381. Your registrations are appreciated by Fri...
Mamie Kieson, daughter of Craig and Carol Kieson of Keene was recently selected to receive the $250 scholarship from the Watford City Education Association. Mamie is a senior at Dickinson State University majoring in math education. She is currently doing her student teaching in Ellendale, ND. Anyone, from McKenzie County, who is a junior or senior majoring in education, is eligible to apply for this scholarship. It is given during the semester that the person is student teaching. To apply, contact Joy Patten at the Watford City Elementary...
The Chamber Of Commerce/EDC Annual Meeting will be held Wed., Jan. 22, 2014. There will be a no host social starting at 6:00, dinner at 7:00 with a short meeting and guest speaker to follow. The event will feature Mark Haggerty’s “Windfall or Missed Opportunity? How North Dakota Returns Oil Revenue Compared to Other States.” The cost is $50 per person. If you would like to attend, contact the chamber office to RSVP at 701-580-4348 or [email protected]....
The North Dakota Industrial Commission today recognized QEP Resources, Inc., for contributing $1 million in December to help the Housing Incentive Fund (HIF) create hundreds of new affordable housing units in western North Dakota. The company was one of five entities contributing $1 million or more to the fund, allowing for the full capitalization of the program a year in advance of the deadline. “With North Dakota’s economic growth expected to continue well into the future, affordable housing development remains a top priority for our sta...
The McKenzie County NDSU Extension office in Watford City will begin a program to prevent falling named “Stepping On” on January 29. The program will be every Wednesday at noon from Jan. 29 to March 12 at Outlaws Bar and Grill. Each class will kick off with an optional noon meal at a cost of $10 at Outlaws Bar and Grill in Watford City. Sessions will follow at 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Pre-registration is requested prior to attending. Please contact the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701-444-3451 or e-mail [email protected] or contact...
As a farmer and professional speaker, people in my audiences often confide in me. They tell me their stories about owning and working the farm with family members. Many are filled with anger, fear, disappointment and resentment. I listen carefully to their words and hearts. I share with them insight, realistic solutions, and tools to use. Then the next week I'm with a different audience. I hear the same stories with familiar plots. Generation one is retired. (Well, he/she still comes to the farm...
Are you an older adult who is perhaps afraid of falling, has fallen or is at risk of falling? If so, you will want to attend “Stepping On,” a community-based seven-week program Wednesdays, January 29 to March 12. Each class will kickoff with an optional noon meal at a cost of $10 at Outlaws Bar and Grill in Watford City. Sessions will follow at 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm at Outlaws. Pre-registration is requested prior to attending. Please contact the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701...
