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On April 4, at approximately 11:33 p.m., the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Watford City Police Department in responding to a report of suicide threats in the 1200 block of 6th Ave NE, Watford City. Upon arrival law enforcement encountered an armed suspect. One Sheriff’s office deputy discharged their weapon at the armed suspect. Law enforcement rendered medical care to the suspect for gunshot related injuries until paramedics could arrive on scene. The suspect was transported for medical care by paramedics. The identity and sta...
"The Shed" is a buffet style restaurant that opened in mid-March. Owner Ryan Siegfried said, "It was a bit tough due to a blizzard warning, and a few things we weren't prepared for, but we will get there and we promise to improve for you every day." The Shed is located at 113 6th Ave, SE, Watford City, close to Home of Economy and Cash Wise. It is open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily and most of the food is home cooked classics. Prices are $17.99 for adults and $10.99 for seniors and kids, children...
A Funeral Mass for Ian Matteo Garcia Turcios, 6, Watford City, ND, will be held at 10 a.m., Monday, April 17, 2023, at the Epiphany Catholic Church, Watford City, ND. Matteo will be laid to rest at Schafer Cemetery, Watford City, ND. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 16, 2023, from 3-6 p.m., at Epiphany Catholic Church, Watford City, ND. Following the interment ceremony there will be a luncheon at the Civic Center in Watford City. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Watford City is...
RTC Networks held an informational meeting for Fairview residents on March 27 at the Fairview Senior Center. The company is expanding to provide unserved and underserved communities. RTC will break ground on a new data center by the Powder Keg this spring. They anticipate all lines will be installed and testing to be completed by the end of 2023. The entire town of Fairview will now have the choice to switch to RTC because the new service area surrounds the entire city. RTC Networks provides...
Two individuals were shot, late Wednesday night, March 22, in an apartment on the 700 block of N. Main St., Watford City. Watford City Police were dispatched to the location at around 11:42 p.m. for a report of two people who had received gunshot wounds. Officers arrived on the scene and administered medical aid. Both were transported to the McKenzie County Hospital for medical treatment. One patient, a male, had minor injuries. The other patient, a female, had more serious injuries and was taken to a different facility where she died from her...
The McKenzie County Ag Expo is in its final stages of completion in preparation for the grand opening during the McKenzie County Fair. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 15 at the Bulls & Broncs event. The idea was rooted in giving the McKenzie County Fairgrounds an upgrade, but it was quickly determined that an entire new facility would be the better option, as the fairgrounds were limited on surrounding land to expand onto. Three potential building sites were...
On April 4, at approximately 11:33 p.m., the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office assisted the Watford City Police Department in responding to a report of suicide threats in the 1200 block of 6th Ave NE, Watford City, ND. Upon arrival law enforcement encountered an armed suspect. One Sheriff's office deputy discharged their weapon at the armed suspect. Law enforcement rendered medical care to the suspect for gunshot related injuries until paramedics could arrive on scene. The suspect was transported for medical care by paramedics. The identity and...
On April 8 at approximately 6:50 p.m. SCT on the 1200 block of Main St., Watford City there was a fatality crash. A 2012 Toyota Tundra driven by Julian Castro Montoya, Watford City, was traveling in a parking lot of an apartment complex. The Toyota came around a section of garages and struck a 6-year-old juvenile male, Watford City, that was riding his bicycle in the area. The juvenile male was pronounced deceased on scene. The agencies that responded to the crash were North Dakota Highway Patrol, Watford City Police Department, McKenzie...
Watford City Municipal Airport was recognized as the 2022 General Aviation Airport of the Year by the North Dakota Aeronautics Commission in partnership with the North Dakota Aviation Association. The airport attained this award for building a new runway and parallel taxiway, installing new runway lighting and instrument approach procedures. These projects were started in 2020 and completed in 2021. The airport closed for six months in order to tear out the existing runway and install a new...
The Rough Rider Rec Show will be Friday, March 31-Sunday, April 2, at the Rough Rider Center field house and arena, Watford City. The Rough Rider Center holds the Rec Show every year to provide a space for businesses to promote themselves, sell their product, to promote tourism, active lifestyles, and exploration of western North Dakota to all. Vendors will have boats, campers, side-by-sides, ATVs, fishing gear, and information brochures to display, hand out, and sell. Many local businesses...
The Watford City Oiler's Girls 12 & Under team won the North Dakota state hockey tournament March 9-11 in Devils Lake. The 13 Watford City girls that make up the team have been playing hockey at their best since Nov. 11, 2022. Months of travel, playing on the weekends, and after school from the Rough Rider Center to rinks as far as Devils Lake came to a culmination in February. They did not have to win any certain number of games as every team in the league qualifies for the state...
The Red Carpet Premiere of the North Dakota western thriller, "End Of The Rope" in Watford City was a big hit. All four premiere showings were sold out. Those attending the premiere showings also were treated to a question-and-answer session with the cast and crew, "End of the Rope" merchandise and a behind-the-scenes looks at the making of the North Dakota film....
From hundreds of outdoor experiences to endless opportunities to explore arts, culture, and cuisine there is no shortage of adventures to be had in North Dakota. What may surprise some visitors is the array of unique lodging options that can enhance their adventures. With everything from yurts to charming cabins, North Dakota welcomes you to explore their one-of-a-kind accommodations on a trip to the Legendary state this year. Conestoga Wagons in the Medora Campground Nestled along the Little...
The people of eastern Montana and western North Dakota are used to working through the results of harsh weather on the northern plains. McKenzie Electric Coop, Watford City, is trying to make it easier with its app and new outage map. McKenzie Electric Coop has been providing the people of North Dakota with power since 1945. They currently have members in five different North Dakota counties and two different counties in Montana, 4,486 miles of lines, and 4,657 total members. To offer another...
All are invited to the Multicultural Event Fair at the Watford City High School on March 28 (The same night as parent/teacher conferences.) Amy Polivka is one of the organizers of the event, and the advisor to the Watford City High School Ambassador program. “Our student ambassadors came up with this event,” said Polivka. The student ambassador organization is designed for students to help integrate new families into our school and community. It is designed to help make the transition easier. Watford City has a record number of foreign exchange...
Mark your calendars for the premiere showings of historical crime thriller, 'End of the Rope.' This North Dakota made movie is based on the late Dennis Edward Johnson's book 'End of the Rope', which was written about the infamous Charles Bannon case of 1931. Bannon was a ranch hand for the well-off Haven family who resided just south of Schafer, ND, five miles east of Watford City. When the family mysteriously disappeared, the townspeople's suspicions were raised as to what had become of the cou...
On Friday, March 10, at approximately 6:38 p.m. CST Hwy. 85 near mile marker 178, approximately 5 miles south of Williston there was a fatality crash. A 2014 Western Star Truck driven by Kenneth Schafer, 67-year-old male, Bridger, MT, hauling a pneumatic sand trailer was traveling north on Hwy. 85 near mile marker 178. A 2018 Ford F350 driven by Bona Son, 29-year-old male, Watford City, ND, was traveling south on Hwy 85. The Ford lost control, crossed into the northbound lanes. The Ford and Western Star Truck collided. The driver of the Ford...
In keeping with Tracey's wishes he will be cremated. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Tracey passed away on Friday Feb.17, 2023 at his home in Watford City, ND. Tracey Neil Williams was born to Charlie and Lucile Williams on May 2, 1961. He was the baby of the family and yes, he was spoiled! He grew up on the family farm and went to school in Lambert, MT, gradua...
6 brought with it the return of a longstanding Williston business. A property company that has bought different hotels in Williston and Watford City bought the Grand Williston Hotel and Conference Center and has renovated it to the point that it would not be recognized upon entering. The Grand Williston Hotel was first opened in the 1980s. It was a major part of the scenery for many years until 2020 rolled around. Like many other businesses across the country, the hotel had to close down....
US Highway 85 will soon be under construction as the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) approved a $77,229,503.51 bid from Minnesota-based business, Central Specialties, to expand the two-lane highway into four lanes from 23rd St NW (CR30) to Theodore Roosevelt National Park’s North Unit Entrance. “A connected four-lane system has been discussed by leadership in the state for many years with the main remaining link between I-94 and US 2 along the US Highway 85 corridor. Dur...
The McKenzie County Planning and Zoning Commission and SRF Consulting will be reviewing the McKenzie County zoning ordinances as part of the Zoning Ordinance Review Project this year during the regular zoning and planning meetings every second Monday at 5 p.m. Zoning ordinances are fairly new to McKenzie County. The county was not officially zoned until 2013. McKenzie County has added some amendments to the ordinance since then, however, nothing has been done to this extent since 2013. All the districts will be reviewed this year on four...
The North Dakota Amateur Hockey Association (NDAHA) will hold the Bantam B Gold State Hockey Tournament March 10-12 in Sidney, at Richland Ranger Arena, 601 7th Ave. SW. There will be 10 teams that will be competing. The Richland Rangers will play Friday, March 10 at 2 p.m. against Northwood. The Watford City Oilers will play Friday, March 10 at 12 p.m. against Grand Forks Blue. The full bracket will be available at roundupweb.com and go to ndaha.org for more information....
The Roughrider Fund is a 1 1/2¢ city sales tax that was established in 2004 to support projects that develop, promote and enhance the general welfare of the region with primary focus given to projects that improve the attractiveness of Watford City by increasing and enhancing community amenities and services. The Fund has committed 2023 funds to its Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E) program to develop businesses that provide in-demand goods and services to the community. See the summary of BR&E programs to support entrepreneurs in our...
