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As the sun rises on the second Saturday in July many industrious individuals can be seen hurriedly erecting canopies and hauling every description of merchandise into Sidney's Veterans Memorial Park. It is the annual Sunrise Festival of the Arts. For 26 years the scene has played out and will again on July 8. The event will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 2017 corporate sponsor is XTO Energy. The goal of the Sunrise Festival is to connect artists, crafts persons and authors with potential...
(BPT) - We all know that one person who just adores cleaning. But for the rest of us, it's a necessary evil that gets old very quickly! Before you tackle that long list of spring cleaning tasks, try some of these cleaning hacks designed to make these chores faster and easier. When cleaning is fun and even effortless, you'll feel more energized and gain the momentum you need to knock out your list of chores. Afterward, your house will sparkle from top to bottom, which is its own reward! 1. Find...
Given the amount of snow we received this winter and the fact that it remained piled up for a long time, usually on the lawn, I figured I would dust off this article with some identification, control, and prevention tips. It is difficult to describe exactly what snow mold is but the best way for me to describe it is that it's a mysterious, almost web-like substance on top of the grass. It is typically more prominent in areas where there is more snow piled up. Snow mold is a fungal disease that...
With sweeping views of the Yellowstone Valley and room for their family to grow, Curtis and Heidy MacGrady are creating a haven for themselves and their sons Ryker, 3, and Xander, 7 months, in their new home just north of Sidney. MacGradys purchased the 20 acre property in 2011 and moved the older home just a mile down the road in 2015. "It's been a 2 year process," Heidy said of their building project. "But this is our forever home and we want it to be right." The home is still under...
During the Dec. 21 winter solstice, the sun takes a brief respite on the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.5 degrees south latitude. Over the next six months, it journeys north for a June 21 rendezvous with the Tropic of Cancer at 23.5 degrees north latitude. En route, on about March 20, for one brief moment it touches its rays directly over the equator, declaring the spring equinox. In Montana, this pronouncement is merely a promise of something to come, as March's third week usually finds us yet deep...
(BPT) - Now that warmer weather has finally arrived, you want to be outside to enjoy it. Your backyard could be the perfect place to bask in the sun, entertain friends or indulge in your hobbies. It just needs a little sprucing up, and the right projects can help. Best of all, many of these projects are quick and easy. To get you started, here are three projects you can accomplish in a spring weekend - and enjoy all summer long. Forging a fire pit Whether it's an afternoon gathering or an...
Spring is nearly here, and many of us are preparing to begin our spring cleaning. It is an opportunity, however, to not only care for our homes, but for our great state. Properly disposing of hazardous materials is essential for keeping our environment safe not only for us but our future generations. With little effort and terrific results, a great difference can be made. Those who work in industrial fields may believe proper disposal is common sense to all, but people who have little...
How many times do you encounter food in some form on a daily basis? As I drive to and from work, I see several restaurants, convenience stores and billboards. I'm glad I have breakfast before I leave for work or I might not be able to resist temptation. If I happen to be listening to the radio, I might hear an ad for a food or beverage. If I am hungry after work, I could be tempted to call off cooking duty and buy take-out food. While I peruse websites looking for information, food ads pop up...
The Williston Area Builders Association (WABA) is excited to announce that the date for 7th Annual Home and Garden Show has been set for April 7-8, 2017 at the Raymond Family Community Center in Williston. The Home and Garden Show is the largest public event WABA hosts each year with over a 100 vendors and thousands of participants. We hope you will join us for this fun filled two-day event! “This show will have something for everyone. From seminars for the DIY enthusiasts to ‘How to pick the right contractor’. We encourage everyone to come...
A few years ago at a County-wide conference there were some citizens in attendance who wanted to have a place to grow vegetables for those who lived in apartments/campers/or houses with no backyard to do so. These citizens decided that a Community Garden would be the best possible solution to address this situation. The County Commissioners happened to be at the conference as well and decided that, of all of the issues that were raised at the conference, the Community Garden idea was one that...
Sidney Sugars is fortunate to work with a fantastic group of growers, combining everyone's expertise to produce a high quality crop of sugar beets and then turn those beets into America's favorite food – sugar. This year, instead of doing their Top 10 awards as they have for over 30 years, Sidney Sugars chose to "Salute the Growers" and celebrate all instead of just a few. The Top 10 was started in 1985 by then agricultural manager Dave Melin, recognizing growers for producing the highest t...
Planting to stand is the key to producing a sugar beet crop that does not need thinning but allows for a maximum number of beets per acre. "The seed going in the ground is the foundation for the whole growing year," Sidney Sugars agriculturalist Vanessa Pooch said. In cooperation with NDSU, Sidney Sugars hosts two days every spring when growers can bring in their planter units and have them tested to insure that the unit is in good working order. Each unit is a row on a planter. Most planters...
Dave Schlothauer, of German Russian descent, left his home In Colorado at the age of 13 and made his way with a buddy to Fairview, MT, starting the farming operation that continues today. He worked for various farmers and then rented some land after he married his wife Frieda. Eventually, they purchased their own small farm. Two of Dave and Frieda's sons, Ken and Harold, took over the farm and worked together until their sons were older and wanted to join in. Harold and his son Dirk now farm a...
Craig McPherson is an entrepreneur, business owner and farmer. Patriarch to the McPherson family with six children and seven grandchildren, Craig owns and operates the farm that has been operated by his family for four generations. Throughout those generations, the McPherson family has grown the crop crucial to the economy of Richland County, the sugar beet. Graduating high school in 1979, Craig went straight to work on the family farm, and has been doing it since. Now, hiss son, Alex, manages...
Kathryn Cayko has been spreading the word about genetically modified organisms (GMO) to people around the community. Cayko is the Montana Biotech Spokeswoman for the Montana Dakota Sugar Beet growers. Cayko had worked in plant biotechnology for several years before starting her position as an agriculturalist at Sidney Sugars. She is honored that she was given the opportunity to speak for farmers that are busy growing, planting, and harvesting crops. "Farmers are very unrepresented in Washington...
It takes a special brand of man to start from very little, seek the knowledge he needs to begin a lifelong career, and begin without hesitation. Ethan Chamberlain, 21 years old of Sidney, MT, is a Factory District grower for Sidney Sugars. He farmed 75 acres this past year with a crop that averaged 30 tons per acre. Chamberlain, born and raised in Sidney by Tony Chamberlain and Wendi Chamberlain, began working as a farmhand while attending Sidney High School. While he was in school, he was a...
The Steinbeisser family of Sidney, encompassing three generations, makes their huge farming and ranching operation work using mutual trust and co-operation. Brothers Jim, Don Jr., Craig, and their cousin Russell run VS Inc, with each one contributing their expertise to a given aspect, and helping everywhere when needed. "It works because of the way we grew up," Don Jr. explained. "Dad and Uncle Joe each had areas they took care of with Uncle Joe taking care of the cattle, hay and small grains;...
James Johnson is the newest member of the team of agriculturalists at Sidney Sugars. Growing up on a farm at Oberon ND, he has been involved in farming his whole life, and worked for sugar beet growers during college learning the industry from the ground up. Johnson earned his degree in Ag systems management from NDSU Fargo in May 2016 and is now putting that degree to use. His responsibilities include helping the growers in his area grow a high quality crop. He will cover Savage, Pleasant View...
On Feb 9th, Sidney Sugars was on Day 129 of a campaign expected to last 173 days, ending about March 25th, depending on the amount of shrinkage in the piles. Dave Garland, Sidney Sugars general manager, is one of the few who would like to see winter stay for a while. Colder temperatures help preserve the beets with the fluctuation in temperatures the biggest issue according to Garland. "The jury is still out on damage from the recent warm spell, but it does affect storage," he said. "We're...
In 2015, a federal court judge in Great Falls issued an injunction against the construction of the fish bypass and concrete weir on the Yellowstone River at Intake. At risk is water for 58,000 acres of irrigated cropland, the economic vitality of several communities, and any project being completed for the recovery of the endangered Pallid Sturgeon. Acting assistant US Attorney General Jeffrey Wood filed a motion Feb 1, 2017 on behalf of federal agencies asking the court to dissolve the construc...
Kick-off the Christmas season and celebrate during the Christmas Around the World Stroll the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 26th, from 3:00pm – 7:00pm with the Parade of Lights to follow. Businesses are invited to participate by decorating their windows and stores with the Christmas Around the World theme, using the country of their choice as inspiration. Be sure to check out the great sales going on at retail businesses, including those participating in Shop Small Saturday. The Parade of L...
The Parade of Trees was held at the MonDak Heritage Center for the first time in 2015; pictured are some of the donated trees and wreaths that were auctioned off last year....
In keeping with tradition, the Richland County Tavern Association is donating baskets of food which include everything for a delicious, traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Pictured, L to R, are Joel Kleinsasser, Cattle-ac and Rod Iron Grill; Ron Utgaard, Reynolds Market manager; Bob Burnison, Salvation Army; and Kelly Dey, South 40 and Winners Pub....
Support your local businesses on Shop Small Saturday, Nov. 26th, and take advantage of great sales and great shopping. Shop Small Saturday is a national movement that was created by American Express in 2010 to promote local business. Two of the businesses that are participating in Shop Small Saturday are The Lucky Buckle and High Caliber Sports. The first 20 customers through The Lucky Buckle's doors will get a Shop Small bag with the business's logo on it that will be good for 15% off throughou...
