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On May 26 and June 3, Sidney Assembly of God Youth will be holding two different fundraisers in preparation for a trip for some of the youth to the National Fine Arts Festival in Columbus, OH. Those that are going competed for the ability to attend and are looking forward to the experience. According to their website www.youth.ag.org, the Fine Arts Festival is a discipleship tool of the AG Youth Ministries designed to help students discover, develop, and deploy their ministry gifts and to learn...
The MonDak Grace Fund is here to help anyone in need. Organizer Robyn Heck said, "The MonDak Grace Fund is similar to the Salvation Army. We provide gift cards for groceries, fuel, or to the community secondhand stores". They are always in the fund-raising process which began last October with the Depression Recovery Walk. "Our 2nd walk will be Saturday, June 22 at Peterson Park, by The Lodge, Sidney. This is the same day as Sunset in the Park. We will also be putting on the "Arch Ellwein...
(Billings, MT) On Wednesday, May 24, the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) will kick off a series of six rural and tribal community engagement meetings across Montana, gathering public input on restoration of passenger rail service to the southern part of the state. This project is supported by a $25,000 grant from the Montana Healthcare Foundation. See www.bigskyrail.org/events for full details on the meetings. Tribal nations represented in the project include the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, Crow Tribe, and Northern Cheyenn...
Judd Burman fulfilled his childhood dream of owning a bar when he purchased the Waterhole #3 and Oasis Casino in Fairview on April 20, 2023. "I've always wanted to own a bar, ever since I was a little kid," Burman said. "I didn't want to be a lawyer or a doctor, I just wanted to own a bar." The Fairview native is very proud of the bar he purchased and encourages everyone to stop in. "It's a beautiful bar. Anyone who hasn't been in for awhile really needs to come and see it." Burman is still a...
Every Thursday beginning May 25 to July 13 this summer, Long X Liquor Store is once again holding Dogs on the Deck. This family-friendly fundraiser has become a series of Thursday happenings that benefit multiple local non-profit benefactors while showcasing local bands and solo artists. Each Thursday night at Dogs on the Deck you can enjoy a footlong beef hot dog with all the fixings, chips, a cookie, and a bottle of water for $5. In addition to a beer garden, come down and enjoy live music on...
Early May of this year, locals noticed that ground had been broken on the land in front of the Candlewood Suites, Sidney, northeast of the Shops at Fox Run. The land has been bought and sold more than once. The land had been owned by Jack Reynolds, the owner of Reynolds and Fox Run. During the most recent oil boom, he sold it to a gas station company which did not seem to do anything with it. Now, it is owned by Les Schwab Tire Center, and on which they plan to put their first tire center in...
The Richland County Jaycees are once again commandeering the Richland County Fairgrounds to throw a family-friendly celebration of our nation's independence. The 2023 Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks, on July 4. will be free of charge to the public with games, food, car show, music, and fireworks it is sure to be a fun time for people of all ages. With the amazing attendance last year, the Jaycees have decided to change things up a little. From noon-6 p.m., there will be carnival...
Volunteers from the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class hosted the Beautification of Hometown Sidney event, May 12, that started in Veteran's Memorial Park and spread out throughout Sidney. Pictured: Back row (L-R) Kristy Prewitt, Marley Manoukian, Marissa Eberling, Trenlin Propp, Jessica Cayko, Pam Shelmidine and Aly Schiver; front row (L-R) Willy Holler, Pam McGlothlin, Tony Couture, Brenda Kringen, and Jenelle Stoner from the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Class all...
All kids, kindergarten-high school are welcome to enjoy a safe space paired with a nutritious meal this summer, hosted by Zion Lutheran and Community Presbyterian Churches in cooperation with Fairview Schools. Lunches will be provided from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, alternating between the two churches. A red flag saying EAT will signal the location. Pastor Tim O'Shields, Zion Lutheran Church, explained the program, saying that there are no walls involved. No income requireme...
On Friday, May 12 approximately 4:20 p.m. CDT there was a two-vehicle head on collision 25 miles east of Williston. A 2008 Ford F350 was traveling westbound on Hwy. 1804 near mile marker 283 being driven by David Seiferd, a 49-year-old male, Williston, ND. A 2010 Toyota Highlander was traveling eastbound at the time of the crash. The Toyota was driven by Robert Ndahigwa, a 40-year-old male, Dickinson, ND, and had Ronald Nanan, a 57-year-old male passenger, Hedgesville, WV. The Ford failed to negotiate a slight curve in the road and crossed into...
The Richland County Treasurer would like to remind taxpayers that the second payment of 2022 Real Property taxes and the first payment of 2023 mobile home taxes are due by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Payments and payment coupons may be mailed or brought to the Richland County Treasurer, 201 West 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...
On May 13 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., homesteaders were to come together at the Richland County Fairgrounds to hold the first Homesteader Swap of 2023. In true eastern Montana fashion, however, the weather had other ideas, and after an hour and a half of vendors not showing up because of heavy rain, the event ended early. The Homesteaders’ Swap was the brainchild of Charlie and Jamie Land, Edmonton, KY. They ranch in Kentucky but often frequent Richland County in Montana. Jamie was born and raised in S...
The Richland County Republican Central Committee held its annual Lincoln Reagan Day Dinner on Sunday, May 7 at the Richland County Event Center. A total of 128 people came to hear speakers Representative Matt Rosendale, State Representatives Rhonda Knudsen and Brandon Ler. State Senator Hinebauch spoke as he is finishing his time in the Montana Senate after serving 2 four-year terms. Congressman Louie Gohmert, Texas, also joined the list of speakers. They related their experiences in recent...
The Sidney High School Key Club has announced their officers for the 2023-24 year at Kiwanis on Thursday, May 11. Pictured, (L-R) are historian Avia LeRoy; treasurer Tayten Bright; secretary Olivia Svedrup; and president Kyle Humphries. Not pictured are vice-president Reece Graves and social networker Corben Holler. (Photo by Dianne Swanson)...
The McKenzie County Fair is happening Wednesday, June 14-Saturday, June 17. The county fair will be the debut event for McKenzie County Ag Expo, with the ribbon cutting ceremony being held during the Bulls & Broncs event. The carnival will run Thursday-Saturday; be sure to check out the vendors and take in the exhibits. There is free admission to the Olaf Leiseth Memorial Draft Horse Event at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14. Events include an obstacle course, pole bending, swamper race, and corn...
The McKenzie County Heritage Park & North Dakota Oil Museum invites you to their seasonal opening Saturday, May 27, with extended summer hours, Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Arts and crafts vendors will be set up so park goers can do a little shopping starting at 11 a.m. The local Lions Club will be serving burgers in the park starting at 11:30 a.m. so be sure to grab a bite to eat before or after strolling the six acres of exhibits including several...
(Sidney) - Watford City, ND musician and children’s author Jessie Veeder will be live in-concert on Saturday, June 10, at 5 p.m. Jessie Veeder has been a symbol of folk music in western North Dakota since she released her first original album when she was only 16 years old. It was an effort that took her from performing at fairs and festivals around her home state to managing a national college and coffeehouse tour and launching a music career that recently landed her in Nashville to record her fifth original album. Since then, she has gone o...
Sidney is home to a unique program called “The Flags of Honor” which originated in 1965. This program originally began as a community effort with members of 13 civic organizations who made the decision to ask members of the community to donate any casket flags from deceased veterans. The organizers were able to obtain 83 flags for the first Memorial Day parade in 1966. Materials and labor were donated to make bins for the flags, agate name plates, flag poles, and people willing to be caretakers of the flags. On Memorial Day the flags were dis...
There is a new home health care business called Home Instead that services Watford City, Alexander, Medora, and Dickinson. Home Instead, the world's leading provider of in-home care for older adults, has earned prestigious accolades for its leadership from Entrepreneur, Franchise Times, and the Canadian Franchise Association. This flood of recognition reinforces the company's standing among elite franchise opportunities. Entrepreneur included Home Instead in its inaugural Hall of Fame for being...
The Fairview Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting at Sunshine Latte, Fairview, Tuesday, May 9. Stop by for a cup of the best coffee in town Monday-Saturday from 6 a. m.-6 p. m. The kiosk serves all your favorite coffees, plus smoothies, frappes, lemonade, Italian sodas, Zingers and hot cocoa, with lots of flavors to choose from. Order ahead if you wish by calling 850-693-5994. Owner Bridgette Washington has been very pleased with the warm welcome she and her staff have received since...
When someone has a stroke, recovery can be greatly impacted by how quickly medical treatment is received. Knowing what the symptoms of stroke look like can help you determine when someone needs help. How can you tell if someone may be having a stroke? Remember the words BE FAST! This acronym was created by the National Stroke Association to identify the warning signs of stroke: B - BALANCE LOSS: Is the person suddenly having trouble with balance or coordination? E - EYE SIGHT CHANGES: Is the...
The Lambert Ambulance, with their Foundation for Community Care funds, has donated an AED to the Lambert Sports Complex. Yvette Lien, AEMT and former Foundation board member, knew there were generous donations from our community in memory or honor of people in the local community. Yvette talked with the other Lambert EMTs and they all agreed that this was a great use of these funds. The Lambert Sports Complex hosts many track meets, football games and other community events. Having an AED...
In the morning of May 17, residents of Big Horn, Blaine, Carter, Custer, Daniels, Dawson, Fallon, Fergus, Gallatin, Garfield, Hill, McCone, Musselshell, Petroleum, Phillips, Powder River, Prairie, Richland, Roosevelt, Rosebud, Sheridan, Treasure, Valley, Wibaux, and Yellowstone Counties woke up to thick and strong smelling smoke. The Montana Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality alert for those counties from 9 a.m. May 17 – 9 a.m. May 18. According to Ted Jamba, of the National Weather Service in Glasgow, the smoke is c...
The Watford City High School received Forte International's School of the Year award for the 2022-2023 school year. They held an assembly Thursday, May 4 to announce the award to the students and staff, as well as to recognize all the foreign exchange students. Watford City High School welcomed 13 foreign exchange students this year from Germany, Brazil, Thailand, Poland, Italy, and Spain. Forte International is a sponsoring organization to help high school students participate in the foreign...
