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Milo John Wisness of rural Keene passed away at the McKenzie County Hospital on Friday, January 14 after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. He was a lifelong rancher and farmer who loved all aspects of that life. He was proud to be part of the farm and ranch his grandfather had homesteaded in rural Keene and that now passes onto the fourth generation. Milo loved his Norwegian heritage loved receiving the honor when the Wisness Farm was inducted into the Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame...
The Sidney wrestling team competed in the Bismarck Rotary Tournament Jan 7-8. The Eagles placed third with 4 individual champions. Bismarck Rotary Results for Sidney Boys 106: Gordon Knapp (26-7) placed 4th and scored 18.0 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Gordon Knapp (Sidney) 26-7 received a bye () (Bye) Champ. Round 2 - Gordon Knapp (Sidney) 26-7 won by fall over Stran Sorenson (Watford City) 11-11 (Fall 1:46) Quarterfinal - Gordon Knapp (Sidney) 26-7 won by decision over Ridley Waldo (Aberdeen...
Ronald Calvin Pedersen, 85, Arnegard, ND passed away on Dec. 25, 2021 at his home in the presence of family. Ron was born on Sept. 2, 1936 to Anton and Alice (McCowan) Pedersen, Alexander, ND. He was the second of five boys in his family. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church, Alexander, ND. He enjoyed playing basketball and football and graduated in 1954 from Alexander High School. While growing up, their home was a gathering place for many cousins and other family members...
Best Angus will be hosting their 9th Annual Best Angus & Quarter Horses Production Sale at 2 p.m., Monday, March 7, at the ranch southeast of Watford City. The sale will offer 75-registered yearling Angus bulls and 15 coming two-year-old registered Angus bulls. For more information, visit the ranch website, http://www.bestangusandquarterhorses.com. Prior to their annual production sale, Bests marketed their range ready registered yearling bulls by private treaty. What started in 1987 as a 4-H...
Located 12 miles north of Watford City, resides KD Angus, a registered Angus breeding program that focuses on quality with a genetic selection goal of maintaining traits above the breed average. KD Angus focuses on docility, performance, natural thickness, and ease of fleshing ability while maintaining calving ease. The program utilizes the breeds top A.I. sires that Dragseth knows will enhance his breeding program while improving multiple traits including carcass traits that will add value to...
The Watford City Wolves Wrestling team is dedicating their season to a late team member, Coy Lane Hepper. "He was a part of our family for so many years and all of a sudden he is gone. He is still a part of our team and everybody's life. He spent a lot of time with a lot of kids and parents that are on our team," said Coach Jon Matson. The team had t-shirts made to honor the passing of this extraordinary wrestler, who left an impact on everyone. The t-shirts say, "Live Like Coy," Matson...
Watford City Middle School is the first school in the state of North Dakota to have an established middle school FFA Chapter. Grace Dragseth, Watford City Middle School Ag Teacher, kickstarted the chapter in August, with a goal to get middle school students involved with agriculture and community service. "FFA benefits middle schoolers, giving them a true passion to look for once they get to high school, allowing them the opportunity to explore career options," Dragseth said. "It incorporates co...
The Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County, Long X Liquor Store, and Long X Arts Foundation is looking to give back to the community this holiday season with a Giving Gala at the Long X Visitor Center, Watford City, 6:30-10 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11. “Our main effort is to provide an enjoyable evening for the community, bring everyone together and provide a chance to “give back,” Long X Pioneer Museum Director Jan Dodge said. This semiformal event will have valet parking, tons of dancing, live holiday music by Mick Soiseth and Lane Sandstrom, appet...
Private funeral services were held for Floyde E. Syverson, 86, Watford City, ND. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND, is caring for the family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Watford City Eagles Aerie #3543 Youth Scholarship Fund, Attn: Bill Rafferty, PO Box 784, Watford City, ND, 58854. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. On Friday, Dec. 3, 2021, Floyde Syverson joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ after a...
Richland Ranger Squirts went undefeated this past weekend in Watford City at Rough Rider Rumble bringing home the Championship! Player of the Game was awarded throughout the 5 game tournament. Receiving player of the game for Richland was Aiden Collins, Kroy Clausen, Kale Averett, Cooper Thiel and Henry Maurer...
The Rough Rider Center is holding a Christmas Fest with a variety of activities on Saturday, Dec 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be several vendors, photos with Santa, Christmas wreath silent auction, crafts, food, and more. There is a $5 admission fee per person, which includes a Christmas craft kit for ages 12 and under. “I am excited to bring a fun-filled Christmas event to the community of Watford City and surrounding areas,” Rough Rider Center’s Lead Event Coordinator Asha Kirkland said. For more information on this event, visit the Rough...
The Sunrise Women’s Clinic is hosting its annual Light the Way Christmas Gala at the Richland County Event Center Thursday, Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m. MT. There will be a banquet dinner, silent auction, Christmas choir, and guest speaker (Ashton Nielsen-Davis). The silent auction will have handmade or new Christmas items including ornaments, table runners, quilts, etc. The proceeds from the gala will directly benefit the Clinic and expecting families in the area. The event helps pay for all the overhead costs. The Clinic is hoping to raise enough f...
The Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County, Long X Liquor Store, and Long X Arts Foundation is looking to give back to the community this holiday season with a Giving Gala at the Long X Visitor Center, Watford City, 6:30-10 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11. “Our main effort is to provide an enjoyable evening for the community, bring everyone together and provide a chance to “give back,” Long X Pioneer Museum Director Jan Dodge said. This semiformal event will have valet parking, tons of dancing, live holiday music by Mick Soiseth and Lane Sandstrom, appet...
Watford City is hopeful that it will be home to a one-of-a-kind facility that would “up-skill” area employers’ current workforce, create more opportunities for students, and provide a variety of services to the area. Since 2016, economic development and industry partners have discussed a technical skills center at various levels. “The Workforce Skills Initiative has met regularly for several years to discuss ways the school district, economic development, and local business and industry can collaborate at a higher level to better prepare...
Johnson Corners Christian Academy was founded in 1982 and just under 1,100 young people have come and gone through the school where the Bible is taught and young people can take college level classes for college credits, while finishing high school classes in a fully state approved K-12 school. This year’s event will be held in the fieldhouse at the Roughrider Center, Watford City. There will be a free will soup supper starting at 5 p.m., silent auction and the live auction will start at 6:30 p.m. The live auction will consist of many homemade...
A Heart Like Water, a film set in 1887 Dakota Territory, will be premiering next month in Watford City. The film, based on true events, chronicles the experiences of a husband and wife as they struggle to keep their family together as new residents on the Dakota frontier. The film stars Daniel Bielinski & Tiffany Cornwell and is directed by Charlie Griak. The film will show at the WCHS Theater--one night only--on Friday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m. It will also be showing in other North Dakota cities such as Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Belfield and...
Watford City will be looking festive this year with tons of Christmas events happening throughout November and December. Friday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m., Watford City's Annual Parade of Lights will be lighting up the city. The parade goes from North on Main Street and East on 4th Avenue to the Fairgrounds to allow for social distancing. This year a panel of three judges is judging the floats and the prize will be a Traveling Trophy and $150 to the winners in two categories; overall outstanding...
Johnson Corners Christian Academy was founded in 1982 and just under 1,100 young people have come and gone through the school where the Bible is taught and young people can take college level classes for college credits, while finishing high school classes in a fully state approved K-12 school. This year’s event will be held in the fieldhouse at the Roughrider Center, Watford City. There will be a free will soup supper starting at 5 p.m., silent auction and the live auction will start at 6:30 p.m. The live auction will consist of many homemade...
A Heart Like Water, a film set in 1887 Dakota Territory, will be premiering next month in Watford City. The film, based on true events, chronicles the experiences of a husband and wife as they struggle to keep their family together as new residents on the Dakota frontier. The film stars Daniel Bielinski & Tiffany Cornwell and is directed by Charlie Griak. The film will show at the WCHS Theater--one night only--on Friday, December 17, at 7 pm. It will also be showing in other North Dakota cities such as Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Belfield...
The Roundup held its "Make It With Sugar" Contest on Nov. 5 at Reynolds Market. Make It With Sugar Contest Winning Recipes: 1st place Cookies: Nikole LeFors, Sidney Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies 1 c. butter, room temperature 1 c granulated sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 2 tsp. salt 3 c. all purpose flour Preheat oven to 350º F/175º C. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat. Set aside. In the bowl of the stand mixer beat butter & sugar together for 1 minute until mixed. Add in eggs &...
Watford City will be looking festive this year with tons of Christmas events happening throughout November and December. Friday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m., Watford City’s Annual Parade of Lights will be lighting up the city. The parade goes from North on Main Street and East on 4th Avenue to the Fairgrounds to allow for social distancing. This year a panel of three judges is judging the floats and the prize will be a Traveling Trophy and $150 to the winners in two categories; overall outstanding entry presenting and illustrating the parade theme, ...
Watford City's Madison Spacher drives a spike past Bismarck's blockers in the quarter finals of the WDA Regional Volleyball tournament in Watford City over the weekend. The Lady Wolves were defeated by the Bismarck Demons 0-3 in the quarter finals on Thursday and also fell to Mandan 1-3 to end their season on Friday. Bismarck Century Patriots claimed the title on Saturday 3-0 against Bismarck Demons. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...
