Articles from the April 16, 2014 edition


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  • World-touring African Children's Choir will Leave You with a New Perspective on Life

    Tie Shank|Apr 16, 2014

    An unforgettable performance awaits you. Two local churches: Lonsdale United Methodist Church in Sidney, MT and the New Hope Wesleyan Church in Williston, ND will be hosting an astonishing group of eighteen children, ages 9 to 11, as they perform a variety of traditional dances, sing gospels and cultural music and demonstrate an amazing drumming performance. Tour leader, Nate Longstaff states, "I encourage everybody to step out of their comfort zone and come and watch these children perform. The...

  • Public Meetings Scheduled to Decide the Fate of LYIP

    Apr 16, 2014

    Public meetings will be held Wednesday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the Dawson County High School in Glendive and Thursday, April 24 at 6 p.m. at the Sidney High School in Sidney to discuss the fate of irrigation in the Yellowstone Valley. The Endangered Species Act requires measures to protect the pallid sturgeon and other at risk fish in the Yellowstone River, however a strong support of irrigation must be shown. LaVanchie Starkey, interim executive director of the Sidney Chamber of Commerce and...

  • Gold Rush at McKenzie Building Center

    Apr 16, 2014

    On Saturday, April 12, the McKenzie Building Center, Inc. of Watford City, held their Customer and Vendor appreciation event. Special Guest "Dakota" Fred Hurt, from the Discovery Channel's #1 hit show "Gold Rush" enjoys good food and company with guests....

  • C.Ann Schlenker, 67, Sidney, MT

    Apr 16, 2014

    Memorial services for Ann Schlenker, 67, of Sidney, MT were at 2 pm, Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at the Church of Christ in Sidney with Pastor Richard Eggar officiating. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home of Sidney. Interment of her cremains was in Richland Memorial Park Cemetery. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Ann died on Tuesday morning, April 8, 2014, at her home in Sidney, MT....

  • George Umback, 88, Sidney, MT

    Apr 16, 2014

    Funeral service for George Umback, 88, of Sidney, MT was at 10 am, Monday, April 14, 2014 at the Bible Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Backhaus officiating. Interment was in the Richland Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Fulkerson Funeral Home. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. George died on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at the Sidney Health Center Extended Care Facility....

  • Scam Alert

    Anastasia Burton|Apr 16, 2014

    The Office of Consumer Protection at the Montana Department of Justice wants to alert you to a scam involving utility companies which is targeting mainly businesses. It works like this: The person receiving the call will be told by the person on the phone, who claims to be from their utility company, that they’re about to cut off electricity services to their business. The caller ID may look like a legitimate local number, but more often than not this number is “spoofed.” Scammers can use computers/internet to make it look like they’re calling...

  • Easter Egg Hunt April 19 at Good Shepherd Home

    Apr 16, 2014

    There will be an Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 19th at 1pm at the Good Shepherd Home’s South lawn in Watford City. The Easter Bunny will be visiting and kids can also enjoy face painting. The event will be for children ages 0-10 with prizes for everyone. The Watford City Lions Club is sponsoring the event....

  • Trashy Tuesdays Recycling Day April 22 at ROI Building in Sidney

    Dan Peters|Apr 16, 2014

    The “Trashy Tuesday” drive will be held this coming Tuesday, April 22, 2014 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Richland Opportunities, Inc. located at 1100 Silurian Lane in Sidney. This is the 4th year of quarterly plastic, paper, cardboard and aluminum can drives. The drives are being sponsored by the Recycling Advisory Committee. The committee consists of area citizens who would like to ensure that the community has an opportunity to recycle material that cannot be recycled using the current resources. Their goal is to provide a more comprehensive and...

  • Piano Fundraiser For Mondak Heritage Center

    Benjamin L. Clark|Apr 16, 2014

    We are raising funds for a new piano! Live music at the MonDak Heritage Center has become an integral part of our programming. Our mission is to engage, educate, and inspire our community by preserving and contributing to the area's arts, culture, and heritage, and hosting live music performances has opened opportunities to meet all of these worthy goals. Since beginning our live music series in 2007, we have increased the museum's visibility, and increased participation. We have also exposed...

  • Community Health Fair Held Recently

    Apr 16, 2014

    Asthma Home Visiting Program is new to the Health Department. Do you know a child between ages of 0 and 17 with a diagnosis of asthma? Are they not controlled and miss too many days of school causing the parents to miss work? They may qualify for the new asthma home visiting program through the Montana asthma control project (MAP). You can make a confidential referral to Kay Nice, RN at RCHD at 433-2207. Referrals may come from teachers, child care providers and health care workers. Thank you!...

  • East Fairview Students Enter Stamp Contest

    Apr 16, 2014

    The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students of East Fairview Middle School worked with artist Jane Kalmabach to create realistic drawings of ducks of their choice. The ducks were entered into the North Dakota Junior Duck Stamp Contest. East Fairview had three students who earned honorable mentions. Ashley Karst (6th grade) (wood duck) group 2, Jaycie Rau (7th grade) (wigeon) group 3 and Sapphire Rhoades (6th grade) (long-tailed) group 3....

  • Rockin' & Rollin' at Da Gym

    Apr 16, 2014

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  • Out with the Old. In with the New

    Apr 16, 2014

    The old wooden railroad bridge over Ferry Coulee, approximately 7 miles north of Fairview, was replaced last Wednesday with a new steel and concrete structure. At the same time, BNSF crews were also replacing the north approach to the Snowden Bridge. The railroad line was closed for 14 hours in order to get the work done....

  • Week of the Young Child

    Apr 16, 2014

    The Sunrise Childcare Association gives away a basket full of baby goodies to the first baby born during the Week of the Young Child. Milanya, daughter of James and Megan Byer was the first born during the Week of the Young Child. Giving the basket to Megan is Kathy Helmuth of the Sunrise Childcare Association. The theme for this year is "I'll walk in your footsteps some day"....

  • Clean-up Williston Campaign April 26 – May 3

    Barbara Peterson|Apr 16, 2014

    Beginning Saturday, April 26, Williston residents are encouraged to tidy up their personal property: pick up trash and debris, trim trees and shrubs, remove overgrown weeds and mow grass. “The winter months can really take a toll on the appearance of the City and this event lines up perfectly with the spirit of spring cleaning,” said Nick Vasuthasawat, City of Williston code compliance coordinator. “We always encourage property owners to do their part to beautify the City which in turn fosters a sense of community pride and well-...

  • STD Awareness Month

    Lesley Thiessen|Apr 16, 2014

    Nearly 20 million new sexually transmitted infections occur in the United States every year costing the American healthcare system nearly $16 billion in direct medical costs alone, says a report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC). American’s youth shoulder a substantial burden of these infections. CDC estimates that half of all new STDs in the country occur among young men and women aged 15 to 24. This statistic holds true in Richland County. Of the 13 positive Chlamydia cases in Richland County in 2014, 7 were in m...

  • USDA's Farm Service Agency Officially Announces Sign-Up Date for Disaster Assistance Programs - Enrollment Begins April 15 for Livestock, Honeybee, Farm-Raised Fish Programs

    Brad Olson|Apr 16, 2014

    U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Juan M. Garcia announced today that farmers and ranchers can sign-up for disaster assistance programs, reestablished and strengthened by the 2014 Farm Bill, beginning Tuesday, April 15, 2014. “President Obama and Secretary Vilsack made it a priority to begin enrollment for these programs,” said Garcia. “For farmers and ranchers who have been awaiting disaster assistance, help is on the way.” The Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) and the Livestock Forage Disaste...

  • Parents Key in Preventing Underage Drinking

    Missy Smies|Apr 16, 2014

    As parents, we always worry about our kids, their future and if we are doing the best for them. Now, it is proven that the earlier we begin the discussion on alcohol use, the better the chances they will wait to try alcohol and the less likely they will have problems with abuse or dependence. Teens that experiment with alcohol before age 15 are four times more likely to become alcohol dependent when they are older than those that wait until age 20. (NCADD, 2014) This is why education and prevention are so critically important to reducing...

  • Meuchals Moves into Former Mike's SuperValue

    Apr 16, 2014

    Meuchel Computers & Office Supplies and DisKonnect of Watford City moved into the former Mike's SuperValue store located at 313 N Main St. There is a grand opening planned for Thursday, April 17....

  • Public Comment Sought on Intake Diversion Dam Modification, Lower Yellowstone Project at Intake, Montana - Omaha District

    Margaret Oldham|Apr 16, 2014

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers along with the Bureau of Reclamation, co-lead agencies on the Intake Diversion Dam modification project, are seeking public comments on a draft supplement to an environmental assessment that was released in 2010. The supplement identifies alternatives to modify the existing diversion dam located in Intake, Mont. to improve passage for endangered pallid sturgeon and other native fish in the lower Yellowstone River. “This supplemental EA results from an extensive, collaborative effort from the stakeholders and int...

  • Leadership Class Graduation April 23

    Apr 16, 2014

    Graduation for the 15th Sidney Area Leadership Class will be held at noon Wednesday, April 23 at the Sidney Elks Lodge. Businesses, former graduates and the public are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $12 per person and must be purchased by April 18. Call 433-1916 or visit the Sidney Chamber of Commerce office at 909 S. Central Ave. The 2013-14 Leadership class members are: Billie Taylor, 1st Bank; Jan Getchell, Sidney Sugars; Janet Cohenour, Blue Rock Products; Jordan Mayer, Interstate Engineering; Joy Barsotti, USDA/ARS/NPARL; Kelly Reisig,...

  • Nortana Grain Company Names New General Manager

    Apr 16, 2014

    Nortana Grain Company's Board of Directors is pleased to announce Shane Keller has accepted the position of General Manager. Shane is replacing Rondel Beery, who is retiring. Shane has been with Nortana for about seven years, most recently in charge of the fuel department. Shane brings a broad understanding of all areas of Nortana's business enterprises and was instrumental in Nortana's purchase of Sweley Oil Company. The board is confident that Nortana will continue to grow under Shane's...

  • March of Dimes

    Apr 16, 2014

    March of Dimes held its Walk For Babies Saturday, April 12 at Veteran's Memorial Park in Sidney. The Top Corporate Team was Pacific Steel and Recycling, Sidney. The team has raised $1275 so far....

  • Sidney Ballers Compete in Scobey

    Apr 16, 2014

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  • Montana Landowners Would Bear Brunt Of Free Roaming Bison

    Rick Ripley|Apr 16, 2014

    A Montana district court recently ruled that Montana laws dealing with the wild or domestic status of bison are “ambiguous.” Those laws certainly are complicated, and for good reason. The Montana legislature has purposely given joint jurisdiction over bison to our state’s livestock and wildlife agencies because bison pose a unique management situation. They pose a dire threat to Montana’s livestock industry because much of the Yellowstone bison herd carries the dangerous disease brucellosis. But more than that, bison have the capacity to do a...

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