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The year 2022 marked 10 years of successful business for Watford City’s Outsiders Bar & Grill. In 2012, Watford City natives, Cary and Darlene Garmann opened the restaurant in hopes of it serving as a welcoming place for everyone to enjoy a meal. Ten years later, it still serves that same purpose. It took a lot of hard work to get the restaurant off the ground. Outsiders was a year in the making for the Garmanns. “Our town needed another place to sit down and have a good meal,” said Cary. Prior to opening Outsiders, Darlene had several years of...
The Food Truck Rodeo was held at the McKenzie County Fairgrounds June 3-5. Many people sampled food from trucks from around the state....
Watford City’s Twist 2.0 had a grand opening Friday, July 22 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. CT. Located at 501 6th Ave SE, Watford City, the event had several prizes including Twist 2.0 tank tops, t-shirts, and gift cards. The restaurant will be offering some different specials including slushies, appetizers, sandwiches, and a variety of ice-cream toppings. “We are excited for people to come in and enjoy the new atmosphere and ice-cream,” said Julie Grotte, Twist 2.0 manager. “Everyone in the area is just so excited to have the Twist back.” The restauran...
Nivon Hayes, Watford City High School, captured the North Dakota High School Wrestling Association’s heavyweight title at the Fargodome. This was the first time the Wolves have had a champion since joining Class A. Hayes is a junior at Watford City High School in his second year of wrestling. Last year, he was only able to win two matches, but he stays in shape throwing the discus in track and playing football for the Wolves. He came into the tournament with a 23-12 ranking. He first pinned Fargo South’s Cayden Nielson in 3:11 in his first mat...
McKenzie County participated in the State 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest held on July 26 at the ND State Fair, Minot, and came home with top honors. The Junior Team of Kyle Best, son of Vawnita and Pete Best, Watford City; Jaden Murphy, son of Kim and Lee Murphy, Fairview, MT; Gracyn Darrington, daughter of Nikki and Partrick Darrington, Arnegard; and Gwen Signalness, daughter of Wade and Katie Signalness, Watford City; captured 1st place. Individually, Gracyn was honored with 9th...
On Saturday, July 16, community members gathered to see and use the Watford City Municipal Airport’s new extended runway. The event celebrated the two-year project with a ribbon cutting, free airplane rides, BBQ, and aircrafts. The new extended runway measures 6,550-feet long by 75-feet wide and allows the airport the ability to welcome bigger airplanes to the area. The old runway, measuring 4,400-feet long by 60 feet wide, has long awaited renovations. The area has been wanting to extend the runway for the past ten years. “When we started loo...
Joelle VanderLinden will be one of the many speakers discussing issues affecting the grain industry at the 70th Annual National Hard Spring Wheat Show on Wednesday, Feb. 1. The Wheat Show will be held at the Grand Williston Hotel & Conference Center, 3601 2nd Ave. W., Williston. VanderLinden will be speaking on the LoadPass Permits System. She is a North Dakota native who grew up in Watford City and attended Bismarck State College where she graduated with an associate in business degree. She is...
The Board of Directors of Richland Federal Credit Union (RFCU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Korey Hagan as the new chief executive officer at Richland Federal effective Jan. 23. A northeastern Montana native who grew up on the family ranch near Plentywood, Hagan holds an MBA in business administration from St. Thomas University, Minneapolis and a B.S. in agricultural, business management with an economics minor from Montana State University. He brings 20 years of progressive...
On Saturday, Jan. 14, at approximately 8:36 a.m. CST, there was an injury crash on Highway 1804 near mile marker 251, approximately 4 miles north of New Town, ND. A 2022 Ford F150 driven by Heather Blackstone, 34-year-old female, Watford City, was traveling eastbound on Highway 1804. The Ford crossed into the westbound lane of travel and struck a 2004 Kenworth truck tractor, driven by Eric Danks, 31-year-old male, New Town, ND, that was traveling westbound. The Ford came to rest in the eastbound lane facing west. Blackston, the driver of the...
On Wednesday, Jan. 18 at approximately 6:25 a.m. CST on Hwy 2 near mile marker 37, approximately 12 miles north of Williston, ND there was a fatality crash. A 2014 Ford F350 driven by Brendon Molloy a 20-year-old male, Wildrose, ND, was traveling eastbound on Highway 2. A 2011 Peterbilt truck driven by Enrique Santiesteban a 61-year-old male, Watford City, was traveling in the eastbound driving lane with its hazard lights illuminated slowing down to make a turn at an upcoming intersection. The Ford struck the rear of the trailer being pulled...
On Monday, Jan. 23, at approximately 6:30 a.m. CST on HWY 85 near mile marker 151 approximately 1 mile west of Arnegard, ND there was a hit and run injury crash. A 2016 Chevrolet Colorado, driven by a 48-year-old, male, Watford City, ND, was traveling eastbound on Highway 85. An unknown truck hauling a flatbed trailer was traveling westbound and crossed into the eastbound lanes. The unknown truck struck the Chevrolet and continued westbound. The driver of the Chevrolet sustained serious injuries and was transported to The McKenzie County...
One night, MacKenzie Olson, a senior at Watford City High School, got the email of her life. She had been nominated for a chance to sing in the Honor Choir at Carnegie Hall, New York City. She told her mom, Kristine, and they were excited, but nothing was set in stone. She still had to submit an audition recording, performing biography, and a few other things to be considered for the choir. Then they had to wait. Three months later and the results came back. MacKenzie was selected to sing with...
The Watford City Area Chamber of Commerce will be holding their annual meeting Wednesday, Jan. 18 at the Outlaws’ ballroom. All members are invited to attend free of charge. A networking social with drinks and hors d’oeuvres starts from 5-6:30 p.m, followed by a program at 6:30 p.m....
Sidney, MT (Jan. 6) – Luke Eugene Eggers was the first baby born at Sidney Health Center in 2023. Laci Morton and Taylor Eggers, Watford City, ND, welcomed their baby boy on Jan. 1 at 5:39 p.m. He weighed 6 pounds 9 ounces and measured 20 inches long. As the first baby born at Sidney Health Center in 2023, Luke and his parents received a gift basket full of baby items valued at more than $200 from the Sidney Health Center Caring Corner Gift Shop and Good Cents Store Volunteers. Although Luke w...
Colonel Brandon Solberg announces the promotion of Trooper Preston Langer to Sergeant. Langer became a member of the North Dakota Highway Patrol in September 2014. He attended the Highway Patrol Academy and graduated in February 2015. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice with a minor in business administration from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville. Trooper Langer was initially stationed in Watford City as a motor carrier enforcement trooper beginning February 2015...
Celebration of Life services for Tara M Paul, 48, Watford City, ND were held on Saturday Jan. 7, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Assembly of God Church, Watford City, ND, with Pastors John Brady and Pastor Mark Honstein officiating. A luncheon followed immediately after the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation was held at Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Watford City, ND on Friday Jan. 6, 2023 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND is caring for the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may...
Amazing Floors & More, Watford City, officially opened their doors over the summer, but flooring is nothing new to owners Susan and James Collins. The couple initially owned and operated G.F.S. Enterprise Corporation, a flooring installation company, which Amazing Floors is under. But with 20+ years of experience, they found themselves in a position to expand, teach the trade, and eventually pass the torch. It seems flooring was in their future as Susan is the fourth generation of her family...
Badlands Bulleyes 4-H Shooting Sports Club is proud to announce the Sixth Annual Badlands Roundup 4-H Archery Match will be held on Saturday, Jan. 21 at the McKenzie County Sportsman’s Club southeast of Watford City. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. and flights will be held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Beginner, Junior and Senior Barebow participants will shoot 30 arrows at 15 yards. Senior Freestyle shoot 60 arrows at 20 yards. Over 200 4-H’ers, ranging in age from 8 to 18 years, will participate in thi...
Celebration of Life services will be held for Tara M Paul, 48 of Watford City, ND will be held on Saturday January 7, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at the Assembly of God Church in Watford City, ND with Pastors John Brady and Pastor Mark Honstein officiating. A luncheon will follow immediately after the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation will be held at Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Watford City, ND on Friday January 6, 2023 from 10:00 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Watford City, ND is caring for...
Best Angus will be hosting their 9th Annual Best Angus & Quarter Horses Production Sale at 2 p.m., Monday, March 6, at the ranch southeast of Watford City. The sale will offer 60-registered yearling Angus bulls and 20 coming two-year-old registered Angus bulls and excellent home raised heifer calves. For more information, visit the ranch website, http://www.bestangusandquarterhorses.com. What started in 1987 as a 4-H and FFA project of Pete's has grown into a registered Angus cowherd known for...
Bismarck, ND - Gov. Doug Burgum has announced the appointment of Governor's Office Chief Operating Officer Tammy Miller, Border States former CEO, to succeed Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford as lieutenant governor of North Dakota. Miller begins her new role on Jan. 3. Miller has served as chief operating officer in the Governor's Office since April 2020, working with cabinet agencies to enhance citizen focus, drive innovation and improve the delivery of government services. She had previously served as...
Otto Sovig, 89, Watford City, ND, formerly of Williston, ND passed away peacefully Dec. 14, 2022 with family by his side. Otto was born Feb. 13, 1933 on the family farm near Arnegard, ND, where he was raised. The youngest of ten children, he made his mark with his winsome mischievous smile and curious nature that captured everyone's heart. He attended school in Arnegard and openly admitted his emphasis was on playing basketball and baseball. He met the love of his life in his first-grade class...
Badlands Bulleyes 4-H Shooting Sports Club is proud to announce the Sixth Annual Badlands Roundup 4-H Archery Match will be held on Saturday, Jan. 21 at the McKenzie County Sportsman’s Club southeast of Watford City. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. and flights will be held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Beginner, Junior and Senior Barebow participants will shoot 30 arrows at 15 yards. Senior Freestyle shoot 60 arrows at 20 yards. Over 200 4-H’ers, ranging in age from 8 to 18 years, will participate in thi...
Gregg Leroy Schuetze, 51, Watford City, ND unexpectedly passed away at his home on Dec. 10, 2022 in Watford City, ND A Memorial Service was held on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. at Assembly of God Church, Watford City, ND with Pastor Barb Becker presiding. There was a luncheon following the service. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Watford City, ND is assisting the family. Condolences may be left on our funeral home website at www.fulkersons.com....
Otto Sovig, 89, of Watford City, ND, formerly of Williston, ND passed away peacefully December 14, 2022 with family by his side. Otto was born February 13th, 1933 on the family farm near Arnegard, ND where he was raised. The youngest of ten children, he made his mark with his winsome mischievous smile and curious nature that captured everyone’s heart. He attended school in Arnegard and openly admitted his emphasis was on playing basketball and baseball. He met the love of his life in his f...
