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With the weather turning warmer, summer will soon be upon us. Overnight temperatures are causing many to hold off for a little while but many of the established trees and shrubs are beginning to leaf out, showing us that they are ready for another growing season. Taking a closer look at nature can be a fun thing to do as part of a family walk. I know I enjoy it when my family and I take our regular walking route on nice days so I can see how things are progressing. "Look," I'll say, "the lilacs...
The Easter lily is a symbol of beauty, hope and life. For those reasons and many more, Easter lilies are a popular potted flower this time of year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Floriculture Crop Summary, more than 5 million Easter lilies were sold (wholesale and retail) in 2019. The Easter lily is native to the southern islands of Japan. Western explorers helped spread the bulbs across the globe. Japan was the top exporter of Easter lilies to the U.S. until World War II....
Ever since 1909, the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project (LYIP), has been providing a reliable supply of irrigation water to several acres of farmland across the west side of the Yellowstone River (even during the Dust Bowl). This supply of irrigation water is crucial to ensuring the successful production of irrigated crops, with a majority of it being sugar beet crops. The project irrigates just under 60,000 acres on the west bank of the Yellowstone River. It consists of four separate...
Bryce Jorgensen: Bryce Jorgensen, Savage, averaged 29 tons per acre and 20.09% sugar. “I was very pleased that I made it in the 20/20 club. Sugar beet farming is a risky business and profit margins are getting tighter every year so there is more pressure to grow a good crop these days,” stated Jorgensen. To qualify for this exclusive club, a sugar beet producer must average over 20 tons per acre and 20% sugar for the entire crop. “This is an elite group of growers,” added Duane Peters, Sidney Sugars Incorporated, Agricultural Manager. Jorgens...
MonDak Ag Days is an annual event that brings together the agriculture community to celebrate the industry. It provides educational opportunities for MonDak area farmers and ranchers and showcases the latest in agriculture related equipment and technology. This event is traditionally held in person, but due to circumstances related to COVID-19, it will be offered in a hybrid virtual/in person format. "This year's event will be very different from the "traditional" MonDak Ag Days and Trade Show....
Whether herbicide resistant or just aggressive spreaders, weeds are a constant plague in both crops and pastures, which is why management options are a key research subject for university and federal scientists. For Dr. Brian Jenks, North Dakota State University’s North Central Research Extension Center weed scientist, Minot, weeds have been at the heart of his research program for more than two decades. That research and its application to local farms and ranches is featured in the fourth webinar of the 2021 MonDak Ag Research Summit Series ...
Two newly elected directors joined American Crystal’s Board. Representing the Hillsboro Factory District is Chris Hong. Hong is a third-generation farmer and has raised sugarbeets since 1997. He is part of a family farming operation with his brother and father named Hong Farms near Buxton, North Dakota. Representing the Crookston Factory District is Bruce Newhouse. Newhouse’s farming history dates back to the late 1860s. He raises sugarbeets and operates BTN Farms with his son near Fisher, Minnesota. Newhouse previously served as Secretary of...
The ANOVA Family Health Center, 301 12th St SE, Watford City, ND, has been offering COVID-19 drive-thru testing since March, but more recently, they have been providing rapid COVID-19 testing. The clinic performs up to 60 tests Monday-Thursday and up to 30 on Fridays. If someone suspects they have COVID-19, they can schedule a time to be tested by giving the clinic a call. "When they call the clinic, we do a North Dakota Department of Health intake on them. Once that is complete, we input the...
Google announced the 54 state and territory winners in its 12th annual Doodle for Google competition, a contest open to K-12 students across the United States to design a Google Doodle inspired by the theme "I show kindness by...". Leah Dokken, 4-5 grade group, Watford City Middle School, is one of the 54 state and territory winners across the country. Leah's doodle was selected from thousands of entries received this year. The Doodle for Google competition winner was Sharon Sara, Frisco,...
Located on the bricks outside of Door 204, Watford City, sits a brand-new mural that features contemporary and historical parts of Watford City, including Badlands, Long X Bridge, oil wells, hay bales, and longhorn cattle. "The mural depicts a scene of driving into Watford City like the Badlands and landscape of the area," stated Linda Roesch, artist that painted the mural. Roesch finished the mural Sept.1. "I really have enjoyed doing this mural. I'm glad I can do something like this for a...
Rhianna’s Dance Studio, located on 360 Main St N Suite #2B, Watford City, offers many genres of dance lessons for all ages and abilities. “We offer over 20 classes a week in many different styles including ballet, hip hop, jazz and more. Our approach is supportive and positive so you or your child’s love of dance can flourish,” said Rhianna Johnson, owner of the studio. The studio opened its first ever enrollment in September 2020. Johnson’s passion for dance is what ultimately influenced her to open up the dance studio. She added, “I have a...
Last year, Jackson Dodds broke a Watford City Oilers scoring record. He broke The Career Points Record with 323 points in just three seasons. "A lot of hard work and commitment is what helped me break that record," said Dodds. He broke that record his senior year at Watford City High School when he was playing for the Watford City Oilers. Before Dodds, that record was broken in 2001 (the year Dodds was born) and that individual broke the record in four seasons. Dodds added, "I broke that record...
McKenzie County Healthcare Systems Inc. (MCHS) has added many different services to their clinic, and more recently, they have implemented a Suboxone Clinic. This is a program offered to people who are seeking treatment for substance abuse. Anyone who struggles with pain medication addiction or physical or psychological dependence with morphine, dilaudid, methadone, heroin, kratom, codeine, oxycodone, or opioids is encouraged to take advantage of the Suboxone Clinic. The idea for establishing...
Artist Melissa Gordon arrived on the grounds of the Good Shepherd Home on Tuesday, April 21 and visited the outside of 50 residents' windows. Gordon individually communicated with them through the window to design a piece of art that the resident was be able to watch come to life, as well as enjoy for weeks to come....
As of the beginning of November, McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS), welcomed Dr. Robert Bates, MD, FACS, a board-certified clinical urologist to their clinic. Urologists primarily focus on the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. Dr. Bates specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of both male and female urinary tract conditions as well as the diagnosis and treatment of male reproductive problems. He has advanced training in pediatric urology and can treat a full range of...
Rhianna's Boutique recently changed its location to 360 Main St N, Watford City, ND. The boutique sells a variety of different items including, women's clothing, accessories, handmade earrings and necklaces, real leather purses and duffle bags, shoes, and a little bit of baby clothes. Their hours are from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1-5 p.m. on Sundays. Rhianna's Boutique started as an online boutique in September 2017 and in March 2019, Rhianna Johnson, the owner and operator of the...
Keeping your skin hydrated can be difficult, especially during the cold and dry winter months. According to www.reidhealth.org, caring for your skin during winter takes extra time and effort because the conditions are less than ideal for our skin. During the winter months, your skin often deals with cold dry air and low humidity, and these factors can deprive your skin of the moisture it needs, which results in dry, flaky, itchy, and possibly cracked skin. One important thing to do to help keep...
(BPT) - You or someone you know well likely suffers from arthritis, joint inflammation that, per the CDC, affects an estimated 54 million people in the United States, or 23% of all adults. Two common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Many physicians suggest OA and RA patients take oral NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen because they have been proven to effectively relieve joint inflammation and pain. However, what...
(BPT) - Quality sleep is essential to good health, but daily life - the stresses of work and family, too much screen time, caffeine or alcohol - disrupts our body's natural sleep cycle. One tool to promote better sleep is a weighted blanket, but the benefits go beyond sleep. Here are five benefits weighted blankets provide: 1. Helps you fall asleep faster - Most people know what it's like to toss and turn at night just waiting to fall asleep. According to the National Sleep Foundation, it...
(BPT) - Beautiful, healthy-looking skin is a reflection of overall good health. But it's not just a question of how your skin looks - how it feels is just as important. If your skin is sensitive, you may experience symptoms that make you feel uncomfortable. How do you know if you have sensitive skin? • Your skin flushes or turns red easily • You have itchiness or dryness • Beauty products or fragrances irritate your skin • You're sensitive to sun or wind • You have broken capillaries on your f...
(BPT) - As being in quarantine and weathering the COVID-19 pandemic continues to put a damper on things, American women are turning to their makeup routines to feel a sense of control and comfort, according to new research. In September, marketing firm OnePoll asked 2,000 American women about how they're staying positive and confident as their time in quarantine and social distancing drags on. According to the findings, 51% said wearing makeup and changing up their looks turned out to be a...
After working for the Sidney Police Department for over a decade, Mark Kraft accepted a position as the Sidney Police Chief in April 2020. He felt that accepting this position was just a part of a "natural progression" throughout his time at the Sidney Police Department. "Having been a part of the Sidney Police Department for over a decade, I felt a real connection to the department and community and just felt that this was a role that was very important to me. I knew that I could bring a lot...
In mid-October 2020, the Sidney Chamber of Commerce gained a new executive director, Kali Godfrey. So far her time as the executive director has been "very fast." "Since I started right before Christmas, we immediately had quite a bit going on. The Chamber coordinates the Parade of Lights, Christmas Cash Program, the Winter Light Up, and the Big Bucks program. Right now we're also selling 2021 NFL Playbooks that is basically a fun little game you can win some prizes with if your book has the...
