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This month, Sidney Eye Care is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Much has changed in the decade since Dr. Kristin O'Brien and Jason O'Brien purchased the practice, starting with the name itself. They purchased Family Eye Care from Dr. Greg Cavanaugh in 2012 and rebranded as Sidney Eye Care that same year. The most recognizable change occurred when the practice moved around the corner from the original location in 2016. After purchasing the rest of the building where Sidney Eye Care currently...
For nine years, local farmers and gardeners have been able to help address nutritional and food security issues in Sidney and Scobey. Harvest to Hearts accepts fresh fruits and vegetable donations to distribute to area residents. In 2013, Volunteers in Action MT in partnership started a program called Harvest for Seniors. From July through October, every year produce was donated to be given to seniors who have signed up to receive produce in Richland County one to two times a week. Anyone in the...
The Community Foundation Fund is giving out $11,617 in grants to local organizations. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, government agencies. Groups without such designation may enlist a fiscal sponsor. Apply ONLINE only at www.NDCF.net/McKenzieCounty tab apply for Grant. Applications are due Sept. 28. The local advisory committee will discuss the applications and determine grant awards in October. The McKenzie County Community Foundation was established to fund priority needs of the...
The MonDak Heritage Center is proud to present the 41st Annual Quilt & Needlework Show, opened on Aug. 31, and running through Oct. 1. This colorful exhibit features dozens of quilts and needlework form local and regional quilters, crafters, and artists. Come enjoy the fine detail and intricate design of each piece. Then have your voice heard as you vote for your favorites. The top three vote getters in the People's Choice Awards will receive prizes, $50 for first place, $30 for second place,...
Helena, MT - Governor Greg Gianforte last week appealed the Biden administration’s approval of the American Prairie Reserve’s (APR) bison grazing proposal for 63,000 acres of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land in northeast Montana. The federal decision comes despite significant opposition from impacted communities and elected officials in Montana. In an appeal to the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), the governor outlined reasons the BLM’s decision must be reversed and the permits set aside. First and most importantly, the governor argue...
This year’s annual E-rase your E-waste event is set for Sept. 9 and 10, so clear out those closets and storage sheds and recycle all of those damaged and obsolete electronics for free. “We’ve had a number of questions from people asking about our fall event, so we are excited to let everyone know that the dates have been set,” event coordinator Heather Luinstra said early this month. “Once again, we have partnered with Yellowstone E-Waste Solutions out of Billings and we will host a joint event with the Town of Fairview. Collection times for...
The Richland County Health Department’s annual Mass Flu Shot Clinic continues as a drive-thru format, scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Richland County Fire Hall in Sidney. The Drive-Thru Clinic will serve adults only, and offers both regular and high-dose flu shots. No other shots will be given during the clinic. No appointment is needed. Flu shots cannot be given to those who have animals in their vehicles. Children may be in the vehicle, but may not receive flu shots. Follow traffic signs to enter the Fire Hall fro...
At the 2022 Richland County Fair & Rodeo, one of the fundraising events included Tough Enough to Wear Pink with the donations benefiting the Cancer Coalition. Total funds raised from Tough Enough To Wear Pink 2022 = $6,080 plus $100 from Allison's Cookie Jar. • 1227 spectators wore pink - 4 sponsors each donated $1 per person in pink. Sponsors include: Duane & Sherry Mitchell, Blue Rock/Whiteclaw, Prairie Electric and Sidney Health Center. • $500 from Calf Scramble - Sponsors: Brookman Rod...
On Sept. 2 at approximately 10:13 p.m. CST on Hwy 50 mile marker 17, 10 miles east of Grenora there was a 2 vehicle crash involving a 2006 Honda motorcycle driven by Dominic Cunahan, Zahl, ND, and a 2013 Freightliner Semi, driven by Jarig Op De Hoek, Scobey, MT. The motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Highway 50 near Zahl. The semi was turning left onto Highway 50 from 139th Ave NW. The motorcycle struck the trailer of the semi as the semi was making its turn to go westbound. Cunahan the driver of the motorcycle was pronounced deceased on...
GLENDIVE, Mont. – The City of Glendive is developing a new brand identity and is calling on the public to offer input. “We are thrilled to gather input so we can make our brand what the community truly wants it to be,” said Dara Deines, the leader of the City of Glendive Branding Committee. To assist with this initiative, the committee, working in conjunction with Rebel River Creative, a Billings-based marketing agency, has launched a brief online survey where people can share their thoughts about the Glendive community. Survey respo...
The Montana Library Association and Trust for Montana Libraries are embarking on a road show across Montana to share information about their legislative agenda. These events are an opportunity for the library community to facilitate public conversations about two critical issues: securing funding for libraries during the 2023 Montana Legislature and protecting Montanans' right to read. The Montana Library Association is requesting the reauthorization and increase of per capita state funding to local libraries. The current program is set to end...
It's that time of year again when Alexander holds their annual Old Settlers Weekend for the 77th year Thursday-Saturday Sept. 1-3. Phylis and the late Dallas Hystad are the honorees for this year. Events begin on Thursday, Sept. 1 with a girls' volleyball game against White Shield at 5 and 6 p.m. The bonfire starts at 7 p.m. at the pit east of the park. Dummy Roping in the park will be from 7-9 p.m. for kids and adults Rise early to hitch up for the Long X Wagon Train to leave at 9 a.m. from...
At the end of June, the U.S. Navy added another high-tech nuclear-powered fast attack submarine and christened it the USS Montana. Three of its crew members were given the opportunity to visit eastern Montana. The three sailors came from different parts of the country. Navy Lieutenant Junior Grade or LTJG Thomas R. Harvey grew up in Utah. He had joined the Navy because of his sense of duty, desire to serve our Country, and because he felt it would make a good career for him. Now he is head of...
When driving around McKenzie County, you will see signs that say "ND Cares" with a yellow ribbon. These signs are a reminder to veterans that, if they are struggling, there are resources and help available to them in the county. "McKenzie County and the incorporated towns of Watford City, Arnegard and Alexander all want our veterans who live and work here in McKenzie County to know that we care about them," said Karolin Jappe, McKenzie County Emergency Management Emergency Manager. ND Cares is...
The Sidney Elks Lodge is coming together to hold the Owen Dotson Benefit on Saturday, Sept. 17. The benefit is to help a local woman with her son's medical travel expenses and special needs. On July 3, 2013, Sidney native, Meagan Dotson gave birth to a son, Owen. Owen was born with OEIS Complex and has had multiple surgeries at Children's Hospital, Aurora, CO, since. He has also been going to the Shriner's Hospital in Portland, OR, for his orthopedics for the past six years. Now, he will need...
Double Dogs dispensary in Sidney held a ribbon cutting with the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture on Aug. 29....
A ribbon cutting for "Healthy is Wellness" took place on Friday, Aug. 26 at the Sidney Chamber of Commerce. Pictured is Lindsey Lawrence, Lonnie Swigart, Allie Arithson, Kjersten Hecker, Ashley VandeBossche, Gidgette Moshier, Hanna Jepsen, Alli Nelson and Chip Gifford. Health is Wellness is a corporate wellness company based in Montana for companies with 5 to 900+ employees. They have customized programs tailored to suit the needs of both employers and employees wellness goals. For more...
Richland Economic Development Corp is pleased to announce the inaugural Childcare Summit in Sidney. The event will be held on Friday, Sept. 16. The event will be held at the Pella Lutheran Church multi-purpose room. Since the two top priorities for the economy of Richland County are workforce and childcare, REDC has focused on bringing solutions to our area. This event is packed full of a wide variety of topics for anyone currently operating a daycare, considering opening a daycare, or someone who needs to be recertified in CPR and First Aid....
Light the Night will be held at the Foundation for Community Care parking lot, 221 2nd St. NW. on Thursday, Sept. 8 from 5-8 p.m. View the luminary lantern display in memory and honor of cancer patients. Connect to cancer patient resources like education, screenings, support, and grants for local cancer patients. Help raise awareness and funding for local Cancer Care services by purchasing a luminary, solar lantern, or making a donation! Each luminary and solar lantern are $10 per lantern. If...
On Aug. 19, 2022, Mid-Rivers Communications released a payment of capital credits to the Cooperative’s members and patrons, with a capital credit retirement totaling approximately $1,074,000. The 2022 retirement is comprised of the remaining balance of the 1995 allocation and a portion of the 2021 patronage allocation. Cooperative businesses are owned and democratically controlled by their members. Receiving capital credit checks is one of the many benefits of utilizing the services of a cooperative. Any profit is distributed to patrons in p...
Celebrating its 53rd season the Fort Peck Summer Theatre has been graced by local talent Brooke Watson for the second year in a row. Watson, a 16-year-old Sidney High School student, played the role of Cindy Lou Who in this summer's super fun production of "Seussical the Musical". Last summer Watson acted in the junior version of "Godspell". She says she's always had an interest in performing. Starting at the tender age of five she has performed in numerous school and community productions...
This year's annual E-rase your E-waste event is set for Sept. 9 and 10, so clear out those closets and storage sheds and recycle all of those damaged and obsolete electronics for free. "We've had a number of questions from people asking about our fall event, so we are excited to let everyone know that the dates have been set," event coordinator Heather Luinstra said early this month. "Once again, we have partnered with Yellowstone E-Waste Solutions out of Billings and we will host a joint event...
State and local public health officials are reporting the season’s first West Nile virus (WNV) detections in positive mosquito samples in Dawson and Lewis and Clark counties. The first horse infected with WNV this season was also confirmed earlier this week in Lewis and Clark County. To date, no human cases of WNV have been identified this season. Increased risk of WNV infection in humans and horses is expected to continue through at least October. The detection of WNV in mosquitoes and horses is an early warning that Montanans are at an i...
Dallas was born on Nov. 14, 1919 to Henry and Emma Pagel Hystad at their home in the Farland community. He graduated from Watford City High School and attended North Dakota State School of Science in Wahpeton. After serving in the Army Air Force for over 3 years in World War II, he came back home and purchased his farm/ranch in 1947. Phylis was born on July 14, 1928 to Harold and Elsie Gessner Lynner in Watford City. She was second born of 5 siblings. She attended grade school at the Braaten...
