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The Montana Children’s Trust Fund’s (MT CTF) “Not Even for a Minute” Campaign encourages parents and caregivers to never leave children unattended in or around vehicles. Leaving a child alone in a vehicle for even a short amount of time can lead to heatstroke, dehydration, overheating, hyperthermia, injury, abduction and even death. “This is an issue that needs the close attention of all parents and caregivers to prevent these tragedies from occurring,” said “Not Even for a Minute” Campaign organizer Melissa Lavinder, MT CTF. Since 1998, a tota...
(BPT) - As Americans across the country retreat to their homes to help slow the spread of COVID-19, many are rediscovering the value of their yards as places to take in fresh air, engage their children in outdoor games and enjoy physical activity in a safe environment. Three tips for safe, healthy outdoor fun for the family: Kids who can no longer participate in organized sports activities or meet their friends at the park need creative ways to burn off energy at home. Unplugging and stepping...
In order to reduce motorcycle crashes and save more lives, Richland County Injury Prevention/ DUI Task Force and Richland County Health Department is teaming up with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to launch a new “Get Up to Speed on Motorcycles” safety campaign to help save lives on our roadways. According to NHTSA, motorcyclists accounted for 13.6% of all traffic fatalities in 2018, while motorcycles make up just 3% of all registered vehicles in the United States. In 2018, 4,985...
The perfect complement to a sunny, hot summer day is by getting out on the cool waters of North Dakota's lakes and rivers. Water lovers have their choices: Escape the crowd in one of Lake Sakakawea's many bays; take a thrilling kayak ride down the Missouri River from Garrison Dam to Bismarck; slowly canoe the Little Muddy Canoe Trail east of Williston; traverse the Red River separating North Dakota from Minnesota; or boat around Devils Lake or Lake Metigoshe with the wind blowing through your...
One of the most common questions we receive at the nursery is, "When is the best time to plant?" As I write this, the month of July is drawing to a close and we'll soon be into August. It's surprising just how fast this summer has gone! The month of August usually has us starting to think about school and a return to our "indoor" environments. We are also approaching THE best time to plant ANYTHING that is a "perennial" planting. For those of you who've forgotten what a "perennial" is, I'll...
The Richland County Fair is an event where youth and their families gather to showcase educational project work, learn through evaluation and make lifelong connection with others. Richland County 4-H members look forward to the fair every year. It is a time to celebrate their accomplishments for the year. This year we will still be celebrating the many accomplishments of the youth, but it will be a lot different. Due to COVID-19, the public Richland County Fair and Rodeo was cancelled, however,...
Sarah Helmuth, Lambert Hi-Litters 4-H Club member, has been participating in 4-H for ten years. "I was born into 4-H! My brother is ten years older than me, so when I was born, he was busy participating in 4-H it is definitely a family thing," stated Helmuth. Throughout her time in 4-H, she has competed in many local and state events and has shown many animal and indoor exhibits. "Some of my favorite projects are my breeding projects because I get the reward of showing my animals at the fair,...
Third-year member and secretary of the Yellowstone Valley Trailblazers 4-H Club, Karley McPherson, has been working hard preparing for the upcoming Richland County 4-H market animal show and sale. This year she is showing a market steer and hog. "This is my third year showing a steer and my first year showing a pig. I have really enjoyed showing my steer, so I am really excited to show my pig this year," said McPherson. She also participates in several indoor projects, including photography and...
Although the traditional Richland County Fair and Rodeo has been cancelled due to Coronavirus concerns, some of the 4-H and school portions will still be conducted. Richland County 4-H's events will look very differently this year with health and safety in mind. Officials are excited that youth will get to complete their projects. The livestock sale for Richland County members will start at 3 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, with RK Auction conducting the process. This year it's a virtual sale with an...
Although only 14 years old, Marett Schieber has a strong history of earning top 4-H livestock honors at the Richland County Fair. Marett became involved in livestock judging about six years ago with the support of her parents, Gary and Laura Schieber. In that first year, Marett was selected for the reserve champion novice sheep showmanship award. She followed that up by having her market hog earn grand champion honors in 2016. She then won the grand champion award for novice swine showmanship....
Two-time track champion Philip Keller, Sidney, races the No. 9 race car in the IMCA Sport Mod Classification. Keller has been racing for a little over seven years. He started in 2013 racing in the hobby stock class and switched over to the sport mod class in 2015. So far, he has won two track championships at the Williston Basin Speedway, and in 2013 he was the Hobby Stock Rookie of the Year. Keller has raced at many tracks around the area, including tracks in Williston, Dickinson, Minot,...
The 2020 race season at Williston Basin Speedway kicked off on June 12, and there was no one more excited to get out and start racing than second-generation racecar driver, Chaz Mosby. "It was great getting out on the track again!" Mosby, originally from Arnegard, drives the "No. ONE29" car in the IMCA Sport Mod classification. He started racing in 2014 but has been involved in the racing community ever since he can remember. "I cannot remember a time in my life where I was not involved in the...
Richland County residents of every age can sign up for the Sidney-Richland County Library Summer Reading Program. The program will have over 100 prizes up for grabs. We are very proud of this summer tradition at the library. We know that we offer one of the best programs in eastern Montana and western North Dakota. This program has traditionally been supported by the generosity of local individual and business donations. We knew this year would be tough economically for the community so the Library Board of Trustees elected to dig into our...
In a new arrangement with the Montana Department of Agriculture developed in response to the COVID 19 pandemic, individuals will be able to qualify for MT pesticide applicator points from the comfort of their couch or their pickup. The Montana Department of Agriculture has approved pesticide applicator credits for two upcoming live webinars being put on by the USDA Agricultural Research Service’s Northern Plains Agricultural Research Laboratory, Sidney, with assistance from the Richland County Extension Office. “Due to COVID 19 we had to can...
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department reminds outdoor recreationists to keep it clean this summer by packing out all trash. All garbage, including used fireworks, should be placed in a proper trash receptacle. If trash cans aren’t available, or are full, take the trash and dispose of it at home. It is not uncommon to see garbage piling up around full trash containers. Styrofoam containers are not biodegradable, but are often found wedged in cattails, drifting or washed up on shore. Tires, mattresses and kitchen appliances have found t...
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department reminds citizens that possession or use of fireworks on state wildlife management areas is prohibited. The primary objective of a wildlife management area is to enhance wildlife production, provide hunting and fishing opportunities, and offer other outdoor recreational and educational uses that are compatible with these objectives. Only activities that would not disrupt the intentions of how these areas are managed are encouraged, and a fireworks display is not compatible. In addition, the Game and...
With days starting to get warmer, you might find yourself wanting to get outside more, and the possibility of starting a garden might have crossed your mind. However, there are some things that you should consider before starting your garden. In the MontGuide, Planting a Successful Home Vegetable Garden (2009), written by Cheryl Moore-Gough and R.E Gough, it mentions that having a successful garden is not only dependent on how you garden but also planting the right vegetables at the right time....
With the season of spring soon upon us many are turning towards vegetable gardening and what they can do outdoors. However, the groups of plants known as "tropicals" or "houseplants" Has become more than a little popular in past years. Everyone knows the concepts of the benefits of houseplants and how they can improve the air inside your home. What many generally forget is that the ability for a plant to help improve the air in your home depends directly on how much light it receives. This is...
(BPT) - Did you know that one in four Americans keep their cars for an average of seven years or more? Nearly another third (29%) say they typically own their car for three to four years. With Americans keeping their vehicles on the road for the better part of a decade, it's important to implement consistent maintenance habits to ensure a smooth ride. Hankook Tire's latest Gauge Index survey examined how long drivers keep their cars. The following are tips for drivers looking to keep their cars...
For awhile now, a local Sidney business has been contributing a percentage of sales revenue back into the community via a local organization. In February it was for the Angel Fund, which helps out local families with children to meet school lunch costs. Hanson Independent chipped in and matched Sidney Mercantile's contribution to the Angel Fund. For the month of March, the Brodie Gorder Memorial Project was the recipient of Sidney Mercantile's community contribution. The Brodie Gorder Memorial...
(BPT) - COVID-19 has dramatically shifted daily life for many people around the world. Nobody is immune, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and older adults and individuals with chronic health conditions are at higher risk of getting very sick from the Coronavirus. To protect vulnerable individuals, many nursing homes or assisted living facilities are banning outside visitors temporarily in hopes of limiting residents' exposure to someone who may be infected with the...
Stemming from my youth and now my role in handling public relations, marketing, and fundraising for McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS), I continue to be impressed and amazed with nurses. I've decided that those who are nurses are likely called to the profession as most that I've visited with say they've never considered another career. They embody qualities that are the fabric of humanity - like empathy, kindness, and decency - that stretch beyond the boundaries of the facilities in...
North Dakota State Health Officer Mylynn Tufte issued an order expanding on North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum’s executive order 2020-21 requiring individuals who are family or household contacts to quarantine for 14 days. To align with new CDC guidance, Tufte’s order allows for essential workforce exemptions for individuals who are household contacts of people testing positive for COVID-19. Individuals who are exempt include essential critical infrastructure workers as defined by the United States Department of Homeland Security. “Employers shoul...
Since the onset of COVID-19 in the United States, Sidney Health Center has been preparing and implementing procedures to protect healthcare workers, patients, residents and people living in Richland County from the threat of the pandemic coronavirus. "We have been working closely with local and state officials to get ready for the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in our community," stated Jen Doty, Sidney Health Center CEO. "One of our biggest concerns is overwhelming our healthcare facility...
