Richland Economic Development Banquet

The Richland Economic Development Corporation held its annual meeting banquet on Nov. 7 at the Sidney Elks Lodge. The meeting included a recap of the year's events affecting the area's economy, letters from Montana politicians and the presentation of the president's award to Chip Gifford. This year's guest speaker was USDA Business Program Specialist Martin Dewitt. Dewitt presented information on grants and loans that can assist local business available through the USDA. Pictured above are the RED Directors. Back row (L-R) executive director Leslie Messer, Tami Christensen, Jackie Washechek, Pam Burman, Vanessa Pooch, Cami Skinner and program director Katie Dasinger. Front row (L-R) Blaine Rogers, Gary Schoepp, Shane Gorder, Randy Olson, Chip Gifford, Don Steinbesser, Alan Seigfreid and Leif Anderson.