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Area volunteers will be holding the annual “Gifts from the Heart” event at the Masonic Temple, Sidney, on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 7 a.m.-noon. “Gifts from the Heart”, formally Christmas Coalition, is a program set up for people who feel they can’t afford Christmas for their children. The community donated all brand-new and unopened items for attendees to come Christmas shop at no cost. Each child shopped for will receive a hat and mittens. Reusable bags are filled with everything a family would need for Christmas dinner; including a $15 meat...
Each year, the McKenzie County Community Foundation provides grants to organizations doing charitable work in McKenzie County. This year, they are awarding $13,180 towards area projects. 2023 Community Foundation awardees include: Long X Arts Foundation for their Missoula Children's Theater program; Benefit Fund of McKenzie County Healthcare Systems towards an Infant Bereavement Program and Chronic Care Management Program; Watford City Park District for remote control car kits for youth...
Richland Federal Credit Union Senior Loan Officer, Nancy Verschoot is retiring after 20+ years of service to the community and her fellow credit union members. During that time, Verschoot has been a major contributor to the credit union's growth from a $19 million institution to over $100 million today. In addition to serving the borrowing needs of RFCU members, particularly the agricultural community, Verschoot also skillfully navigated many regulatory oversight changes facing financial...
Badlands Search & Rescue held a mock exercise in tandem with a search and rescue (SAR) demonstration for the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, Dec. 2, out of the Little Missouri National Grasslands Bennett Campground. In conjunction with the scenario of the mock exercise and demonstration, the command post was set up and operational on the night of Friday, Dec. 1. Ten of the 18 members of Badlands SAR were on hand to showcase their abilities and make-up of the team. From the support...
The "33rd Annual Miniature Art Show" will be on display through Saturday, Jan. 13 at the MonDak Heritage Center. One of the best and most anticipated art shows of the year, the "Miniature Art Show" highlights artists from around the world who work in the miniature format! The artists are restricted to creating works no larger than 5" x 7" and many produce work far smaller, sometimes as small as a postage stamp, with amazing detail. This year's show features over 70 entries from 27 different...
Montana State University Extension recently recognized staff, faculty and supporters at a fall conference in Bozeman. “We are fortunate to have accomplished faculty and staff making a positive impact on the people and places of Montana,” said Cody Stone, MSU Extension executive director. “It is an honor to recognize their contributions through our awards program.” The MSU Extension Director’s Office annually recognizes outstanding faculty and staff who attain distinctive success in their chosen field or profession and/or perform outstandi...
Many Montanans have heard about Energy Share of Montana, but may not realize exactly what it does. Energy Share helps Montanans who are facing loss of heat or lights in their homes and who have no resources to pay the bill themselves. Assistance is situationally-based, not income-based. This means that even if someone has an income that is higher than normal poverty guidelines, if their situation is such that they’re about to lose their heat or lights and they have no money in the bank to pay that bill, there is a good chance Energy Share c...
Each year, the Williston City Commission and STAR Fund Advisory board allocate up to $50,000 for nonprofit groups and organizations to fund activities and projects that improve the quality of life in and around the Williston area. Grant recipients in the past include: Upper Missouri District Health Unit Safe Seats Program, Maah Daah Hey Trail, Williston Sea Lions, Western North Dakota Honor Flight and many others. The Community Enhancement Grant program is made possible through the Williston STAR Fund which was created to help provide...
• Enjoy thousands of holiday lights Nov. 25-Dec. 31, in over 75 displays every evening, 5:30-9:30 p.m. from inside your vehicle. • Tune to 107.1 for holiday music! Entry fee is $5 per car. • Check out the lighted photo op spots throughout the park. If in use, be courteous! Wait for the other party to finish before approaching. • Plan to come often? Buy a book of 10 single use passes for $40 (a $10 savings) from the Visitors Center, 212 34th St W. or call us at 701-774-9041. • You can also fill up your Holiday Lights Drive punch card and get a...
The McKenzie County Heritage Park and North Dakota Oil Museum will be hosting its first ever high tea on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 5-7 p.m. It was the brainchild of Ferin Moore, executive director of the McKenzie County Heritage Park and North Dakota Oil Museum. According to their eventbrite page, whether you're a seasoned tea connoisseur or simply looking for a unique experience, the High Tea at the Heritage Park is not to be missed. This in-person event promises to be a delightful experience for tea lovers and history enthusiasts alike....
Area volunteers will be holding the annual "Gifts from the Heart" event at the Masonic Temple, Sidney, on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 7 a.m.-noon. "Gifts from the Heart", formally Christmas Coalition, is a program set up for people who feel they can't afford Christmas for their children. The community donated all brand-new and unopened items for attendees to come Christmas shop at no cost. Each child shopped for will receive a hat and mittens. Reusable bags are filled with everything a family would...
It is that time again and people across Richland County are receiving mailings asking for donations to the Foundation For Community Care's Bridge Fund. Those who donate have a chance to help ease one of the results of living in Eastern Montana. There are times when Sidney Health Center patients need a specialist at a larger facility for further treatment. This can be a stressful time for the family because often the specialist is hundreds if not thousands of miles away. The Bridge Fund was...
The Sidney branch of the Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center is proud to announce they have a new kids counselor. Marissa Amato specializes in kids and families and can meet in person at the Sidney clinic. Like many things in Eastern Montana, Sidney has been a little short on in-person child therapists. In fact, EMCMHC in Sidney has not had an in-person therapist since COVID-19 and has not had a children's therapist for even longer. Children needing services from EMCMHC needed to go t...
The Long X Arts Foundation is combining the arts with small business this holiday season as it hosts the Art in Business Shopping Event Nov. 24–Dec. 24. The foundation has partnered with area Watford City Main Street businesses as well as local artists to make shopping local, unique gifts, and art easy and fun. Nine local artists will have their work on display and for sale in seven different retail locations in Watford City. “With the holiday shopping season in full swing this is a great way to offer a unique experience for shoppers as wel...
The Montana Supreme Court Wednesday ruled against Montana county governments in a dispute over the Montana Department of Revenue’s authority to order the full collection of the 95-mill state-level school equalization levy, a formerly obscure piece of tax bills that became a flashpoint this fall as state and local officials contended with frustration over rising property taxes. The ruling means that the 49 of 56 Montana counties that chose to collect a lower, 77.9-mill rate on tax bills sent to property owners this fall will likely have to m...
Sidney – The Annual Membership Meeting of Sidney Health Center was held on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Sidney Country Club. Highlights of the meeting included presentations from Clifton Larson Allen on the audited financials as well as reports from the Dr. Malua Tambi, Chief of Medical Staff; Jennifer Doty, Chief Executive Officer; and Bob Burnison, Board of Directors President. Two board members were elected to the board including incumbent, Burnison, and Mike Weber. Lance Averett, outgoing b...
• Enjoy thousands of holiday lights Nov. 25-Dec. 31, in over 75 displays every evening, 5:30-9:30 p.m. from inside your vehicle. • Tune to 107.1 for holiday music! Entry fee is $5 per car. • Check out the lighted photo op spots throughout the park. If in use, be courteous! Wait for the other party to finish before approaching. • Plan to come often? Buy a book of 10 single use passes for $40 (a $10 savings) from the Visitors Center, 212 34th St W. or call us at 701-774-9041. • You can also fill up your Holiday Lights Drive punch card and get a...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture held their first ever Holiday Gala in the newly remodeled Yellowstone building in Sidney. Dueling Pianos entertained the crowd throughout the night....
The Richland County Treasurer would like to remind taxpayers that the first payment of the 2023 real property taxes and second payment of the 2023 mobile home taxes are due by 5 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30. Payments and payment coupons may be mailed or brought to the Richland County Treasurer, 201 W. Main, Sidney, MT 59270. Office hours are 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday-Friday. For your convenience, there is a payment drop box located in the alley behind the old courthouse and credit card payments are accepted online at richland.org. Any payments p...
On Dec. 2, from 10 a.m-4 p.m, Pioneer Gifts and Books, located at the Long X Visitor Center, Watford City, will host "Making it Merry," a cozy holiday event inviting the community to shop and enjoy samplings of their North Dakota made products. Most will be from their Pride of the Dakotas line, with Jan Dodge, Long X Visitor Center and Pioneer Books & Gifts manager, planning on having a soup mix and bread mix to share with visitors, jellies and candies to sample, traditional Scandinavian food,...
On Sept. 12, the McKenzie County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence south of Watford City, ND, for a report of a fire at a residence. Upon arrival of law enforcement, a deceased female was located inside of the residence with injuries sustained from the fire. The main entry into the residence was locked at which time law enforcement made entry and located Scott Beane, Watford City, inside a bathroom. Beane was detained without incident and later charged with N.D.C.C. 62.1-02-01- Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon. McKenzie County S...
With Thanksgiving just around the bend and Christmas not too much further, one of the Sunrise city’s most anticipated events is coming up soon. Sidney’s Christmas Stroll marks the beginning of the Christmas season for residents of the small town and brings with it a lot of festive fun Nov. 24. The stroll only spans half the day and begins with the Polar Plunge at 1 p.m. at city hall. Ribbon and Rail will be running the trains in their basement from 1 or 2 p.m. until the Parade of Lights reaches Main St. (Usually 7 p.m.) Skating with Santa wil...
