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I was asked to write an article about bullying. I looked up all the statistics, all the school policies, and I did this thinking I would just write this informational article. I wrote that article and I now think the best article would be a mom talking about the struggles she has had dealing with bullies on her children and trying not to raise bullies. You cannot always be there to protect your children. There will always be someone out there that is willing to belittle another person for a good laugh or to make them feel better about...
BILLINGS - Montanans for Tester launched “Republicans for Tester,” a group of Montana Republicans backing dirt farmer Jon Tester for U.S. Senate. The group, which launched with more than 100 Republicans from across Montana voicing their support for Jon, is made up of former Montana elected officials, business owners, and community leaders. Notable members include former Governor and RNC Chair Marc Racicot, former Secretary of State Bob Brown, former state legislator Mallerie Stromswald from Yellowstone County, former Great Falls Mayor Mike Wint...
Governor Gianforte touts proposal to reduce property taxes for more than 215,000 Montana homeowners, encourages homeowners to claim property tax rebates now. HELENA – Governor Greg Gianforte has joined members of his Property Tax Task Force for a meeting at the State Capitol. At the meeting, the governor received their recommendations to reform the property tax system and reduce the burden of property taxes on Montanans, and he encouraged Montana homeowners to secure their property tax r...
They've talked about it for years and now Ira and Amy Lake are taking the plunge into the restaurant business. "We've talked about it over the years, ever since the M&M closed. We wanted to get back into the restaurant business but with a smaller venue. Then we started wondering who was going to take over the sale yard. And here we are. This is ideal," Ira explained. They hope to have the Cattlemen's Cafe at Sidney Livestock Market Center open by Aug. 27. It's a natural fit for Ira whose...
(SIDNEY) - Whether children walk, ride a bicycle or take the bus to school, it is important to follow proper safety precautions. Statistically, school buses are the safest way for children to travel to and from school; however, over 12,000 people are injured, and approximately 100 people die each year in school bus accidents. Most children injured and killed in school bus accidents are harmed while getting on and off the bus, not while riding. Matt Strauss, Guardian Flight regional director, recommends that Sidney parents and guardians review...
Sidney – Sidney Health Center is excited to announce the addition of Nancy Bassett, a highly experienced speech language pathologist (SLP), to its dedicated team of healthcare professionals. "We are thrilled to have Nancy join our team," said Nicole Keysor, Sidney Health Center Rehab Services director, "Having a skilled speech therapist like Nancy on site is incredibly important for our community. Her expertise and commitment to patient-centered care will be an invaluable addition for p...
A benefit is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14 to help support Kevin Kringen, a Sidney native, as he battles glioblastoma, a rare and incurable brain cancer for Saturday, Sept. 14. Diagnosed in late May, 2024, Kevin has undergone surgery and is now receiving chemo and radiation treatments in hopes of spending more precious time with his family. There will be “Wanna Be An Elk” four person scramble golf tournament. Registration will be from 8:30-9:30 a.m. with tee off at 10 a.m. at the Sidney Country Club. Registration forms can be picked up at...
Sidney – Sidney Health Center is pleased to announce the addition of Amie Schillinger to the orthopedic team as a Physician Assistant (PA). Amie's expertise and dedication to patient care will enhance the center's commitment to providing exceptional orthopedic services to the Sidney community and surrounding areas. With the addition of Amie, Sidney Health Center is improving access to orthopedic care, ensuring that patients receive timely and personalized treatment for a wide range of m...
On Tuesday, Aug. 13 the Maryland Chamber Foundation hosted the inaugural National Civics Bee. Hosted in partnership with The Civic Trust, an initiative of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and in collaboration with Montana Chamber Foundation, the event brought together exceptional students from across Montana, who earned their spots in the statewide competition through their compelling essays on issues in their communities. Aria T., a 7th grade student from Park County, emerged as the winner of the competition, earning the first-place...
The Richland County Health Department, in partnership with the Richland County Superintendent of Schools and the Boys & Girls Club of Richland, is excited to invite you to the first event in the “Prioritizing School and Community Wellness Series.” This initiative is offered through a scholarship from School Service of Montana’s Montana Safe and Healthy Schools Project, supported by a “STOP School Violence” grant award from the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Mark your calendars for August 28th from 6-8 pm and join us at the Richland Boys & Gi...
One of the most popular events in the MonDak, the Lone Tree Gun Show, will take place Aug. 16-18, 2024 at Richland County Event Center, Sidney. Hours for the show are 5-8 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Admission is only $5 per day with children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. All federal, state and local gun laws are obeyed. The popular show features 160 tables with guns, ammo, coins, knives and sharpeners, antiques and collectibles, fishing gear...
The Watford City Chamber of Commerce held their 2024 "Best of the West" Ribfest on Main Street Aug. 9....
Williston, ND – The Fort Buford Sixth Infantry Regimental Association, in coordination with help from the Innis family, and Friends of Fort Union/ Buford, are thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated re-printed book, "Sagas of the Smoky Water: True Stories Reflecting Historical Aspects of the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Region, 1805-1910" by the late-Ben Innis. The book was first published by a group of volunteers to celebrate Williston's Centennial in 1987. "Sagas of t...
This year’s annual E-rase your E-waste event is set for Sept. 13-14, 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 calls already 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...
According to Detective Brandon Kindred of the McKenzie County Sheriff’s office, the investigation into the death of Valentine Ene who died several days after an assault on June 1, 2024 is on-going. The assault took place on private property on the North Dakota side of 32nd St. NW, Fairview. The second individual has been identified. No charges have been filed. As of Aug. 7, Kindred said the incident remains under active investigation. “There are lots of things we’re looking at,” he stated. “We need to look at all the avenues and evidence...
The Badlands Search and Rescue Service held its second annual conference in Watford City and throughout McKenzie County from Aug. 6-9. This year's event included ground, water, and K9 skill venues with attendees coming from Kansas, Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Wyoming, and South Dakota. Held in partnership with the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office, the first day started at the law enforcement center before dividing up into those partaking in ground search basics,...
Watford City Chamber annual Best of the West Ribfest begins Friday, Aug. 9, taking over Main Street from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Their slogan, "Come for the Ribs, Stay for the Music" promises delicious eats and great entertainment. The street fair will open at 10 a.m. with food and shopping vendors. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Car Show will run, with registration from 10-11 a.m. and awards presented at 4:30 p.m. Awards will include People's Choice, Best Truck, Best Paint, Best GM, Best Ford, Best...
The Long X Arts Foundation and The Merc at Long X, Watford City, invite you to an open house for Williston area artist Daphne JohnsoClark's exhibit "Badlands" on Saturday, Aug.10 from 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Make plans to visit The Merc at the Long X Visitor Center and meet Williston Area Artist Daphne Johnson Clark and tour her exhibit titled "Badlands", currently on display at the Gallery in the lower level of the Long X Visitor Center. Enjoy a complimentary scoop of ice cream, coffee and select Pride...
John B. Driscoll, Democratic Candidate for Montana US House District 2 (East) visited the Richland County Fair on Aug. 2. Driscoll spoke to voters in the old commercial building at the Richland County Fairgrounds....
Bordertown Fest Inc. (BFI) is excited to host a Back To School Bash from 5-10 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24 on Ellery Avenue in Fairview. The street will be closed for a fun-filled evening of food, games and live music, all to raise awareness of the group’s efforts to resurface the courts in Sharbono Park. You’re sure to find something to satisfy your taste buds at one, or more, of the food trucks on site. Purchase a 50/50 ticket and enjoy live music by Van Haren out of Williston. Cornhole is always fun so, register your team for the Cornhole Tourn...
(Miles City, MT) Stockman Bank has announced the conversion of Rocky Mountain Bank branches located in Kalispell, Bigfork and Plains to Stockman is complete. Systems were converted and building signage was replaced over the weekend, with the bank doors opening as Stockman on Monday, July 22, 2024. “We are excited to welcome Rocky Mountain Bank’s employees and customers to the Stockman family,” said Bill Coffee, CEO of Stockman Bank. “We are a family-owned, Montana community bank committed to serving the financial needs of everyone in our com...
HELENA – The Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) will soon be distributing its second round of property tax rebates to eligible Montana taxpayers as part of a property tax relief package signed into law by Governor Greg Gianforte in 2023. The property tax rebate is a rebate of up to $675 of property taxes paid on a principal residence. To qualify, you must have owned and lived in a Montana residence for at least seven months of 2023 and paid the property taxes on that residence. Properties owned by an entity and irrevocable trusts are not e...
Lewis and Clark Trail Museum, Alexander, held a Living History Event Aug. 4 as part of their “A Day At The Museum” highlighting the history of the Alexander community. Each room represented different lifestyles of the settlers....
