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Richland Economic Development Corp is pleased to announce that the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) committee has awarded its 18th loan for the purchase of a building in Sidney. Serina Kringen was approved for a loan to purchase the old "Yellowstone Merc" building. Kringen completed an application in partnership with her lead lender, Veronica Melby, Stockman Bank of Sidney, and presented this project to the RLF committee for review. The funding request was to purchase the building and equipment. For...
As the input costs of chemical applications are high, it is important to ensure chemical formulations remain accurate and effective by properly storing chemicals during the cold months ahead. In general, pesticides should be stored in a cool, dry place. They should be stored away from areas that have extreme temperature fluctuations, ignition sources, and away from feed, food, animals, and children. Pesticides should also always be kept stored in their original containers. It is always important to read the pesticide product label to determine...
Watford City - At a time when critical access hospitals across the country are closing or forgoing obstetric services, McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) is going against the grain. Pete Edis, CEO of MCHS, said, “In conversations with some of the area employers, I’ve heard loud and clear, the lack of obstetric services is a barrier to recruiting workers with growing families. I have a huge amount of gratitude and respect for our friends at Great Plains Women’s Health Center (GPWHC) both for the work they did to get OB off the groun...
Many people think of sepsis as a type of infection, but it is not actually a specific type of infection. Rather, it is an extreme response that the immune system mounts when fighting an infection in the body. This results in inflammation that can cause tissue damage, organ failure and even death if it is not treated quickly. Bacterial infections cause most cases of sepsis but it can also result from viral infections such as COVID-19 or the flu. Infections that lead to sepsis most often start in the lungs, urinary tract, skin or...
On Oct. 4 in Glasgow, MT from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. there will be a Human Resources "Fast Track" seminar. This seminar is geared towards those who want to strengthen their skills in the functional processes of HR. For more information contact Quincy Walter at 406-650-2524. How will you benefit: • Gain the confidence and knowledge to apply HR best practices to your work world • Understand the complexities of Montana employment laws • Administer and monitor every phase of the employment "life cycle...
Serina Kringen, Sidney, remembers her dad's (Randy) exact words, "Invest in the community", which she has chosen to do by purchasing the Yellowstone building Sept. 8. "I'm very excited," she smiles. Kringen grew up in the construction business by watching her dad and owning MonDak Doors. She has chosen to bring back the original brick walls and wood floors where she can and return it to its historic decor. She always had a special place in her heart shopping for clothing, shoes and watching the...
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...
On Sept. 17 at approximately 11 p.m., the Watford City Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls of gunfire at the Inn at Hunters Run Hotel, 3617 6th Ave. NE, Watford City. Officers arrived on scene and located a single individual with two gunshot wounds to the leg. At the time law enforcement arrived on the scene, the suspect had fled the area. The Watford City Police Department, MCSO, NDHP, searched the area for the suspect. Canines were utilized to search for the suspect along with...
On September 14 at approximately 2:15 a.m., the Watford City Police Department and McKenzie County Sheriff's Office responded to multiple 911 calls of gunfire occurring at the Boulder Ridge Apartment Complex, 909 Park Ave West. Upon arrival officers made contact with numerous individuals in a ground floor apartment. During the investigation it was determined that a social gathering of friends was occurring in the apartment. At approximately 2:15 a.m. a domestic violence incident occurred...
On Sept. 17 at approximately 7:23 p.m. CST a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, driven by a 17-year-old, male, Watford City, was traveling north on 137th Ave. NW (County Road 35). The Chevrolet lost control, entered the east ditch, and rolled then came to rest in an adjacent field. The driver was ejected from the vehicle. He was taken to McKenzie County Health where he was pronounced deceased. At the time of the crash the road conditions were wet and the weather was cloudy. The agencies who responded were North Dakota Highway Patrol, McKenzie County...
(Pictured left to right) Corben Holler, Aren Larson, Cooper McNally, and Abby Schilling were just a few volunteers who helped put on the Out of the Darkness Eastern Montana Walk on Sept. 17 in Veterans Memorial Park....
Since 2004, the Richland County unit of the Boys & Girls Club of the MonDak has been a safe and fun place for kids in Richland County to spend their time after school and on Fridays. Through the gifts of time and money from those in the community they have been able to have several changes to make the program better for the kids. Now, another gift will be changing their program for the better. The Sidney Kiwanis Club was organized in 1924 and is a local club of Kiwanis International. They do...
It’s hard to believe the kids are back in school and fall is just around the corner. Parents, grandparents, and many other friends and family will be busy attending the students varies activities such as sports, concerts and other exciting school events. The start of each school year is an exciting fresh start new start to reunite with old friends and a time to make new ones. Guess who else pays a lot of attention to our youth? Big Tobacco. They spend approximately $9.2 billion dollars a year at what is called “Point of Sale Marketing”. This...
Williston, ND - The City of Williston’s fall Clean Williston event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, Clean Williston will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, and this change will be announced on City of Williston social media and www.cityofwilliston.com. This year’s fall event is making one notable change, moving locations from Davidson Park to the Williston Public Works facility. “Clean Williston is a community event to help clean our city and a great way to show your pride for Williston.” said...
Williston, ND - During August’s Park Board meeting, the Park Board Commissioners decided to begin livestreaming their monthly meetings on Facebook. Livestreaming would have begun on Tuesday, Sept. 20. This decision was made to provide more transparency of WPRD dealings and an online option to attend meetings if in-person attendance was unavailable for community members. With much consideration and careful discussion, the Park Board’s September meeting will not be livestreamed on Facebook to maintain meeting streaming security, pro...
On Sept. 13, at approximately 11:44 a.m. CST a 2001 Yamaha motorcycle driven by William Chamley, Williston, was traveling north on University Avenue in Williston. A 2016 Chevrolet Equinox, driven by Sherry Kinsella, Williston, was traveling west on a private driveway and made a left turn onto University Avenue. While the Chevrolet was turning left, it was struck by the motorcycle on the front driver side quarter panel. Kinsella was transported by ambulance to CHI St. Alexius Health-Williston for minor injuries. Chamley was transported by...
Tash Wisemiller program manager for the Community & Economic Vitality Program under the Montana Department of Commerce was in Sidney on Sept. 13. Wisemiller toured the town and gave a presentation to community members, leaders and business people at the Meadowlark Public House in downtown Sidney. The Montana Main Street Program was established in 2005 and currently serves 35 communities in Montana. It is a collaborative effort between the Community Development Division and the Montana Office of...
The Sidney-Richland County Library held an event dubbed "Montana Libraries: Unprecedented Times, Unprecedented Opportunities" on Sept 12 in the library basement. Representatives from the Montana Library Association and the Montana Trust for Libraries met with Richland County leaders and library board members to discuss the importance of renewing and expanding state aid for Montana libraries. State aid helps to fund downloadable ebooks and audiobooks; online access to Montana historical and...
Tickets are now on sale at the MonDak Heritage Center for the return of HarvestFest on Saturday Oct. 8. Purchase your tickets before they sell out and join us for HarvestFest, a fun filled evening of seasonal beer tasting, Redneck Brats, and entertainment. As always for the non-beer drinkers, there will be wine, punch or apple cider available. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the entertainment scheduled to commence at 7 p.m. on Saturday Oct. 8. HarvestFest this year features eastern Montana's own...
Sidney Gymnastics Club gymnasts, parents of gymnasts, and gymnastics coaches banded together, Sept. 17, to raise money through a car wash for the purchase of new team leotards. (Photo by Jaymi Mozeak)...
The McKenzie County Heritage Park and North Dakota Oil Museum held their annual Heritage Day on Sept. 17. Pictured is Leroy Lillibridge running the sawmill at Heritage Park, Watford City....
Washington, D.C. - Montana farmers and ranchers are gaining a voice at the national level with the announcement of Sarah Degn as a Next Generation Advisory Representative on the National Farmers Union Board of Directors. Degn, who farms in Sidney and serves on the Montana Farmers Union Board of Directors, said she's looking forward to bringing her perspective as a young farmer to the national board for a three-year term. "I'm excited to be a voice for other beginning farmers and making sure...
There are so many myths about the flu and the flu shot all over the internet, so in preparation for the Drive Thru Mass Flu Shot Clinic at the Richland County Fire Hall on Thursday, Sept. 29, we’ve busted a few myths wide open. Many people claim they avoid the flu shot because it makes them sick. However, flu shot vaccine does not contain any live virus, so it actually can’t make you sick with the flu. The vaccine contains inactivated virus, which means that once it’s in your body, your immune system can learn to respond to components of the v...
The Sidney Lions Club members gathered together to present an $8000 check to assist the City of Sidney with their renovations of the children's parks in the city. Stephanie Rid, City of Sidney park superintendent, has completed upgrades to Hanson Park, Peterson Park, Johnson Park and now Quillings' Park. Shown are (L to R): Top: George Biebl, Sidney Lions member; Sidney Mayor Rick Norby, Jeff Hintz, City of Sidney public works director; Jenelle Stoner, Sidney Lions Club 2nd VP; Yvonne Gebhardt,...
