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In recent weeks, Roosevelt Medical Center has welcomed its' newest provider to its' medical team. Lesa Whitehead, a family nurse practitioner, will join the medical staff as the fourth facility provider and will work closely with Zoe Fugere, FNP; Mike Madden, FNP; and Dr. Carlos Trevino. As a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi School of Nursing, in Hattiesburg, MS, and FNP since 2012, Whitehead brings a strong background in healthcare to RMC with 13 years of experience...
HELENA, MT. – The Montana Department of Commerce has announced that nine Montana towns, cities and counties will share nearly $300,000 of grant funding to help plan significant community development projects. The funding is through Commerce’s Community Development Block Grant Planning Grant Program. “Community Development Block Grant Planning Grant funding will help Montana communities develop future growth plans, studies and training to advance crucial infrastructure and community development projects while creating and retaining good payin...
BLOOMINGTON, MN – "My Town," a rural-focused documentary series written and directed by 3-time Emmy Award-Winning Documentarian Cory Hepola, is expanding for Season 2 with 8 new small-town stories across 5 states. "Young people are choosing to live in rural communities at higher rates than we've seen since the 1970s and 'My Town' is showing the world the many reasons why," said Hepola, who grew up in a small town in Minnesota. "There's opportunity, innovation, and a connectedness in rural A...
A ribbon cutting to celebrate Sidney's newest entrepreneur was held on Saturday, Jan. 25. Rustic Revival Clothing Company is located at 113 E. Main St. Carissa LeFurgey purchased the Meraki Boutique in late 2024. Her official ownership began Jan. 1. Carissa was born and raised in Sidney. She started her home - based graphic tee business called Simply Jaided In May 2023. When the opportunity came up to purchase Meraki Boutique, she was excited to take the chance. "We've kept your favorite...
Sidney, MT– Sidney Health Center (“SHC”) is notifying patients of a privacy incident involving a former physician who mishandled patient information. On Oct. 28, 2024, SHC received a report from an employee raising concerns that a physician may have been saving patient information to their personal Google account. SHC promptly initiated an internal investigation using its privacy monitoring tools. On Nov. 7, 2024, SHC confirmed that the physician had indeed saved patient information to a personal Google account. SHC continued its investigation,...
Do you know when your Will is effective and when it isn’t? If you don’t have a Will, do you agree with Montana’s list of priority heirs? Are those who you want to receive your hard-earned assets? Dr. Marsha A. Goetting, MSU Extension Family Economics Specialist will give you tips about making sure your Will does what you want it to. That is, if you have one. If you don’t have a Will, then she will explain who receives your assets and how you are letting Montana law decide for you. Additionally, Marsha will discuss topics important to agricul...
WILLISTON, ND - American State Bank & Trust Company, Williston, is pleased to announce the availability of four scholarship opportunities online at asbt.com for high school seniors and current college students. The scholarships are facilitated by ASB’s Trust Department, with criteria outlined as follows: The Kingsley T. Davidson Memorial Scholarship: Applicants must be graduating or have graduated from a Williams, McKenzie, or Divide County High School. The John Eberle Scholarship Fund: Applicants must be seniors in high school or recent g...
Western Cooperative Credit Union is proud to announce a donation to the Williston State College Healthcare Training Facility. Justin Maddison, WCCU President/CEO Board of Directors, presented a check for $500,000 to Hunter Berg, of the Williston State College Foundation executive director on Jan. 23, 2025. Williston State College received support from the state of North Dakota to build the Healthcare Training Facility, with support from local funds. This facility will allow for expansion of the...
From Dec. 1, 2024 through Feb. 28, 2025, every membership counts more than ever! A very humble THANK YOU to everyone who has purchased a new or renewed membership thus far! An amazing donor has generously offered to DOUBLE-MATCH every dollar of your new membership fee within this 3-month period as a donation to the James Memorial Preservation Society. For renewing members, your support counts too! Your renewed membership fee will be matched DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR. Several tiers are available, starting at an annual student or senior membership for...
Richland Economic Development Corporation (REDC) is making a bold move to rejuvenate their annual meeting this year. Instead of the banquet style event of years past, they are refreshing the method of reporting to their membership and the community by hosting a more casual, fun event. Please join them on Thursday, Feb. 13 beginning at 6 p.m. at the Richland County Event Center. Music by Judd Burman will provide the perfect atmosphere as you enjoy an adult beverage from The Ranger Lounge and...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture held their annual meeting at the Richland Co. Extension Office on Jan. 15. Chamber stakeholders gathered to participate in creating vision boards and listen to funding updates from Chamber President, Ryan Kopp....
On July 27, 2013, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office received a report of suicide threats for a male individual. The suicidal male was not able to be located on the day of the report. A search for the male was conducted around the last known area. Family had contact with the suicidal male the morning of his disappearance. A search party containing the following agencies were involved: McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office, Dunn County Sheriff’s Office, United States Forest Service, North Dakota Game and Fish, United States Border Patrol, North...
Watford City– Last year, ConocoPhillips generously awarded the Benefit Fund of McKenzie Health with $50,000 to fund an ultrasound machine that is used by Dr. Carol Uhlman, OBGYN, at the McKenzie Health Center, Watford City. This particular machine is used to confirm pregnancy, determine sex of the baby, and will ultimately reduce the number of trips to the radiology department for women where OBGYNs - Dr. Carol Uhlman, Dr. Andrea DiMichele, Dr. Teinesha Irvey, Dr. Jenna Sloan - and team can use...
Sidney, MT– Sidney Health Center is excited to announce the addition of Shannon Shepherd, MSN, CNM, FNP, to its Women's Health Clinic. With over 25 years of experience in women's health, Shannon brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to providing personalized, compassionate care to women in the MonDak region. Shannon has dedicated her career to empowering women by listening to their concerns and providing comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs. Over the course of her c...
As a member of the Rural Development Finance Cooperation (RDFC), communities in McKenzie Electric's service area are eligible to apply for a grant of up to $3000 for community-based projects. RDFC has recently granted $2,400 to the Keene Volunteer Fire/Rescue Department, a local department where Eric Hellandsaas, a McKenzie Electric lineworker, is the Keene Fire/Rescue Department assistant fire chief. The volunteer fire department is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of its...
Watford City, ND – The Watford City community is rallying to make a difference in the fight against global hunger! Join us for an Alcohol-Free Family-Friendly Barn Dance Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 7-10 p.m. at the McKenzie County Ag Expo, as we prepare for the 6th Annual Watford City MobilePack for Feed My Starving Children (FMSC). This barn dance and silent auction filled with music, dancing, and fun for all ages, will raise funds to cover the cost of food supplies for the packing of over 170,000 life-saving meals at the M...
Scooter's is in the midst of a rapid expansion across the United States into many regions they have not previously had a presence. When Leif and Teresa Anderson, Sidney, learned there would be a franchise opportunity in Sidney, they felt it might be a good fit and also wanted to see the franchise under local ownership rather than the trend of outside companies owning the franchises in smaller communities. They had both been to the Scooter's in Fargo ND, and thought it could be something the...
Tri-County Regional Development Council voted at their October meeting to promote Cyrena Weeks to the executive director position effective Dec. 1, 2024. Weeks, will take over for Everette Enno, who has been at TCRDC for 22 years, 18 years as the executive director. Weeks, born and raised in Williston spent 10 years in Bismarck working for the State of North Dakota in Workforce Development and Economic Development and Finance and a variety of other leadership positions, and even working a 1,000...
HELENA, MT – The Montana Department of Commerce has announced that four Montana communities will share $100,000 in grant funding to regenerate Main Street businesses and downtowns. The funding is through Commerce’s Montana Main Street Program. “Montana Main Street Program funding helps communities strengthen and preserve their historic downtown commercial districts through community development, revitalization and historic preservation,” said Paul Green, Montana Department of Commerce director. “The Main Street program promotes local efforts t...
The Sidney City Council is seeking applicants to fill the vacancy created by Alderman Joe Stevenson’s upcoming departure from his Ward 1 seat. Stevenson, who has served on the City Council for nearly four years, will continue in his position until a replacement is found, ensuring a smooth transition as the council navigates the process of selecting a new member. Stevenson, who has been a dedicated public servant throughout his tenure, has agreed to remain in office until a replacement is appointed or until he no longer qualifies for the p...
All area high school students are invited to attend TRADES Industry Day, Thursday, Jan. 16, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.at the Bakken Skills Center, 2112 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City. This event will focus on trade careers that offer on-the-job training and/or apprenticeships. Learn what these in-demand jobs are all about and how you can get started in a profession like this. The businesses and job positions are: McKenzie Electric Coop: lineman, diesel mechanic and substation technician; Trotter Construction: mechanic, diesel mechanic, heavy equipment...
Sidney, MT – Sidney Health Center is excited to announce the arrival of its first baby of 2025! Maddox Allan Richardson was born to proud parents MacKenzie and Cameron Richardson, Williston, ND, on Jan. 1 at 2:44 a.m. Maddox weighed 7 lbs, 13 oz, and measured 20.25" long. He joins his big brother Knox. To celebrate this joyous occasion, the Sidney Health Center Caring Corner Gift Shop and Good Cents Store Volunteers gifted the Richardson family a basket filled with baby essentials valued at o...
Not all aggressive behaviors are acts of bullying. Yes, your child can engage in bullying behaviors or be a victim of bullying, even in preschool. Suicide in preschoolers is a growing issue. The prevalence of suicidal thoughts and behaviors, considered together, in preschoolers is reported to be 4-13%. “A shocking statistic has revealed that 4% of U.S. preschoolers are affected by depression and it is rising by an alarming 23% each year” (teachkloud). Stopping bullying behavior early is critical. So now what. Partnership for promise strives to...
The North Dakota Highway Patrol is urging all motorists to travel with care. High winds are occurring throughout North Dakota. During these conditions, high-profile, long-load type, and permitted over dimensional vehicles have restricted travel. North Dakota law restricts movement for these vehicles when wind or other conditions may cause the vehicle or attachment to swerve, whip, sway, or fail to follow in the path of the towing vehicle. Federal regulations direct the operators of commercial motor vehicles (CMV) to reduce speeds when...
Former District Court Judge Katherine Bidegaray, Sidney, was sworn in as Montana Supreme Court Justice by Justice Ingrid Gustafson on Jan. 2 in the district courtroom at the Richland County Law & Justice Center in Sidney....
