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  • Efforts Underway To Preserve Iconic J.K. Ralston Painting

    Dianne Swanson|Mar 20, 2024

    The J.K. Ralston Preservation Committee is actively working to protect the iconic J.K. Ralston painting "General Sully at the Yellowstone" which is currently in the Nutter Building in downtown Sidney. Formerly the U.S. Post Office, the building is owned by Richland County and has housed multiple county entities over the years. It is now scheduled for some remodeling and potential new tenants. Believing the arts were an important facet of life, the U.S. Department of the Treasury under President...

  • Application Deadline For 2024 Paddlefish Tags On Upper Missouri River Is March 22

    MT FWP|Mar 20, 2024

    Glasgow ̶ Paddlefish anglers planning to harvest a fish in the Upper Missouri River (between Fort Peck Dam and Fort Benton) need to apply for an Upper Missouri River paddlefish tag by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 22. For 2024, a total of 1,000 tags are available for the drawing. A 2024 fishing license is necessary before applying, and applications can be submitted online at fwp.mt.gov or at an FWP office. Anglers have the option to apply individually or as a party (up to five people) and have the option to purchase a bonus point at the time of...

  • Preliminary Proposals For 2025-2026 Fishing Regulations Available For Review

    MT FWP|Mar 20, 2024

    Helena – If you’re interested in providing input on how Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is crafting fishing regulations for the next two years, now is your chance. FWP is taking public comment and asking for ideas on initial proposals for the 2025-2026 Fishing Regulations.   The initial 64 proposals are online now and available for review and comment. Just go to  fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/public-comment-opportunities/fishing-regulations. FWP is also looking for ideas for regulation changes that aren’t captured in these initial proposals. To...

  • MonDak Heritage Center To Host Community St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Saturday, March 16

    Mar 13, 2024

    The MonDak Heritage Center is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and Irish history Saturday, March 16 from 1-4 p.m. with a free event for the entire family. The day will begin at 1 p.m. with a walk-in ceramics workshop. There are numerous ceramics pieces to choose from including many new spring related items. Each ceramics piece will be $15 and available on a first come first serve basis. This is a great opportunity to create a unique work of ceramic art while listening to Irish melodies. At 2 p.m., artist, historian, and musical talent Stephen...

  • Area Events

    Mar 13, 2024

    Williams County Events Events in Williston unless otherwise listed. CT Sat., March 16 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - 2024 Spring Tree & Garden Workshop - Educational workshop with specialists addressing current topics in lawn, tree & garden, along with breakout sessions on a variety of topics. Williston Research Extension Center, 14120 Hwy. 2 W. For more info or to pre-register by March 13 contact Kelly Leo, 701-577-4595 or email [email protected], or visit https://sugeni.us/4s6e. 1-2:30 p.m. - Mosaic Stepping Stones Art Class - Grades 2-8, $20...

  • MonDak Heritage Center To Host Community St. Patrick's Day Celebration on Saturday, March 16

    Mar 6, 2024

    The MonDak Heritage Center is celebrating St. Patrick's Day and Irish history Saturday, March 16 from 1-4 p.m. with a free event for the entire family. The day will begin at 1 p.m. with a walk-in ceramics workshop. There are numerous ceramics pieces to choose from including many new spring related items. Each ceramics piece will be $15 and available on a first come first serve basis. This is a great opportunity to create a unique work of ceramic art while listening to Irish melodies. At 2 p.m.,...

  • James Leonard Everett, 71, Sidney, MT

    Mar 6, 2024

    A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm at the Yellowstone Perc Building, 102 West Main, Sidney, Montana. A meal and refreshments will be provided for all family and friends wishing to attend. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. James Leonard Everett, 71 peacefully passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, at St...

  • McKenzie County Fatal Crash Friday, Feb. 23

    Feb 28, 2024

    A single vehicle fatal rollover crash occurred on Highway 85, mile marker 180, 4 miles south of Williston Friday, Feb. 23 at approximately 10:48 p.m.CST. A 2017 Chevy Impala, was traveling southbound on Highway 85 near mile marker 180. The driver lost control of the vehicle, crossed over center, and went into the east ditch. The vehicle then overturned and came to rest on the ice of the Missouri River. Both occupants of the vehicle were ejected. The driver, Crystal Kalligher, 36, Watford City, was pronounced deceased on scene. The passenger,...

  • Buffalo Soldiers Program at Confluence Center

    State Historical Society of North Dakota|Feb 14, 2024

    Williston – The Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center, near Williston, is launching its 2024 History and Nature Lecture Series with “The Mustering of Buffalo Soldiers” set for Sunday, Feb. 18, at 2 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. Join Calvin Henderson, public outreach coordinator, for a talk on the formation of Buffalo Soldier Army regiments. Discover the ways these African American soldiers impacted western Dakota Territory, and learn about their time at Fort Buford. For more information, contact...

  • Leroy Leland, 89, Sidney, MT

    Jan 24, 2024

    Funeral services for Leroy Leland, 89, of Sidney, Montana are Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 1:00 pm MST at the Squaw Gap Hall in McKenzie County, North Dakota with Pastor Tim Tharp officiating. A luncheon will follow the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation is Tuesday, January 23, 2024, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, Montana. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences,...

  • Dr. Frayne Olson to Provide Market Outlook For 2024

    Dianne Swanson|Jan 24, 2024

    Dr. Frayne Olson will share his expertise on grain markets, soybeans, and corn at 2 p.m. CST on Thursday, Feb. 1 at the National Hard Spring Wheat Show, Williston. Olson explained that with all the volatility in the markets, he will first give attendees an update on the current market including what traders and analysts are saying. Although he said that it's a guessing game to a certain extent, he will explain what he and others are focusing on as market predictors. He will then share what he...

  • Eastern MT & Western ND 5th Graders To Experience Fun Educational Opportunity At 2024 Hard Spring Show Bread Fair

    Jaymi Mozeak|Jan 24, 2024

    Through the months of February and March, thanks to the generosity of Northern Lights Honey, North Dakota Mills, and LaSaffre Corporation, and the producer of Red Star Platinum Yeast, the 41st Annual Wheat Show Bread Fair committee will be going into middle schools across the MonDak region to enter 5th graders who want to learn to make bread from scratch. Until 2020, the Annual Bread Fair was part of the National Hard Spring Wheat Show. Since then the National Hard Spring Wheat Show Board contin...

  • LYIP Continues Fight Over Maintenance Costs Of Fish Bypass

    Dianne Swanson|Jan 3, 2024

    In November 2023, a delegation from the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project visited Washington, DC, to personally advocate for the preservation of our local communities, including farmers in the Yellowstone Valley, and nationwide. Making the trip were LYIP general manager James Brower and his wife, Stacey; Mark Iverson, Montana Irrigation District president; and Todd Cayko, North Dakota Irrigation District vice-president. The issue at hand is the cost of maintaining the newly constructed fish...

  • LYIP Continues Fight Over Maintenance Costs Of Fish Bypass

    Dianne Swanson|Jan 3, 2024

    In November 2023, a delegation from the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project visited Washington, DC, to personally advocate for the preservation of our local communities, including farmers in the Yellowstone Valley, and nationwide. Making the trip were LYIP general manager James Brower and his wife, Stacey; Mark Iverson, Montana Irrigation District president; and Todd Cayko, North Dakota Irrigation District vice-president. The issue at hand is the cost of maintaining the newly constructed fish bypass, which is not owned by the irrigation...

  • Community Enhancement Applications Due Dec. 15

    Dec 13, 2023

    Each year, the Williston City Commission and STAR Fund Advisory board allocate up to $50,000 for nonprofit groups and organizations to fund activities and projects that improve the quality of life in and around the Williston area. Grant recipients in the past include: Upper Missouri District Health Unit Safe Seats Program, Maah Daah Hey Trail, Williston Sea Lions, Western North Dakota Honor Flight and many others. The Community Enhancement Grant program is made possible through the Williston STAR Fund which was created to help provide...

  • SAR Exercise & Demonstration Held Last Weekend

    Dec 6, 2023

    Badlands Search & Rescue held a mock exercise in tandem with a search and rescue (SAR) demonstration for the McKenzie County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, Dec. 2, out of the Little Missouri National Grasslands Bennett Campground. In conjunction with the scenario of the mock exercise and demonstration, the command post was set up and operational on the night of Friday, Dec. 1. Ten of the 18 members of Badlands SAR were on hand to showcase their abilities and make-up of the team. From the...

  • Community Enhancement Applications Due Dec. 15

    Dec 6, 2023

    Each year, the Williston City Commission and STAR Fund Advisory board allocate up to $50,000 for nonprofit groups and organizations to fund activities and projects that improve the quality of life in and around the Williston area. Grant recipients in the past include: Upper Missouri District Health Unit Safe Seats Program, Maah Daah Hey Trail, Williston Sea Lions, Western North Dakota Honor Flight and many others. The Community Enhancement Grant program is made possible through the Williston STAR Fund which was created to help provide...

  • Biofuels Company Brings New Hope To Local Sugar Beet Growers

    Dianne Swanson|Dec 6, 2023

    After American Crystal made the decision to close the Sidney Sugars beet processing plant last spring, multiple companies reached out with ideas to revive the industry. But according to Jeff Bieber, one company really stood out from the rest and is now actively exploring a renewable energy plant near Fairview that would create biofuel from sugar beets. Greenwood Renewable Ventures (GRV), a Colorado company, was formed in September 2022 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pulse Energy Partners,...

  • Thomas Ochs, 75, Laurel, MT, formerly of Fairview, MT

    Nov 22, 2023

    Funeral services for Thomas Ochs, 75, Laurel, MT, formerly of Fairview, MT, were held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023, at Community Presbyterian Church, Fairview, MT, with Pastor Sam Samuelson officiating. Interment was in the Fairview Cemetery, Fairview, ND. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family with local arrangements. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Thomas Michael Ochs peacefully passed away on Nov...

  • Thomas Ochs, 75 of Laurel, MT formerly of Fairview, MT

    Nov 15, 2023

    Funeral services for Thomas Ochs, 75 of Laurel, MT formerly of Fairview, MT are at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the Community Presbyterian Church in Fairview, MT with Pastor Sam Samuelson officiating. Interment will be in the Fairview Cemetery, Fairview, ND. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, Montana is assisting the family with local arrangements. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Thomas Michael Ochs peacefully pa...

  • Now Available: Draft Missouri River Operating Plan; Possible Fort Peck Test Flow; Fall Public Meeting Schedule

    Eileen Williamson|Oct 25, 2023

    Ahead of fall public meetings, the Draft Missouri River Mainstem Reservoir System Annual Operating Plan for the 2023-2024 runoff season is now available for public comment. The Missouri River Water Management Division has made the draft 2023-2024 Annual Operating Plan available at: https://www.nwd.usace.army.mil/MRWM/Public-Meetings/. The public comment period on the draft plan will close Nov. 30. The draft plan will be presented to the public in six meetings to be held in early November. Included in the plan is the possibility for test flows...

  • FWP Requests That Recreationists Be On The Lookout For Greater Short-Horned Lizards This Fall

    Oct 18, 2023

    Glasgow - As you are hitting the field this fall, be sure to take a break from scanning the horizon for game and look down at the ground once in a while. Not only will this help you avoid stepping on a cactus or a rattlesnake, but you might also see one of eastern Montana’s rarely seen critters…the greater short-horned lizard, commonly known as a “horny toad.” If you do, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks would like to know about it. The greater short- horned lizard, Phrynosoma hernandesi, was once considered the second most abundant...

  • Fort Buford State Historic Site Hosts Ghost Walk

    State Historical Society of North Dakota|Oct 18, 2023

    Williston – Halloween is fast approaching, which means it’s almost time for the annual “Ghost Walk” at Fort Buford State Historic Site near Williston. The family friendly event is free and open to the public. The “Ghost Walk” will begin at 6 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 21, with the last tour beginning at 8 p.m. After listening to the historical spirits, enjoy refreshments at the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center. Please come dressed for the weather, and bring a flashlight if you wish. The boardwalks will be...

  • Fort Union Announces Winter Schedule Beginning Oct. 9

    Alice Hart|Oct 11, 2023

    Williston – Beginning Oct. 9, 2023-March 30, 2024, Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site's winter hours will be Monday-Tuesday: Closed Wednesday-Sunday: Open 9 s.m.-5 p.m. CT Visitors to Fort Union can enjoy a visit to the fort, outdoor exhibits, a museum, and the park's store featuring Native American made items, reproduction fur trade era goods, a carefully curated selection of books, and other merchandise. Admission and parking are free. About Fort Union Trading Post National...

  • Winter Named North Dakota Stockmen's Association Top Hand

    Oct 4, 2023

    The North Dakota Stockmen's Association (NDSA) awarded McKenzie County cattleman Keith Winter, a 49-year NDSA member, with the organization's most prestigious award, the Top Hand Award, at the banquet during its annual convention in Watford City. The Top Hand Award recognizes Winter's unselfish concern for the land, the country and the cattle industry. Winter joined the exclusive class of 26 ranchers who have received this elite award over the NDSA's 94-year history when he accepted his bronze...

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