Week of October 9, 2024
Week of October 9, 2024
It is my honor and pleasure to write this unsolicited endorsement of Susie Hedalen to be elected as the next State Superintendent of Public Instruction. I have known Susie her entire administrative career having worked with her going all the way back to her first administrative position in Grass Range. Since that time, we have worked together on a wide range of activities. Specifically, we served together in leadership at the Office of Public Instruction and now serve as chair and vice-chair of the Montana Board of Public Education. I...
For Christians, forgiveness and letting go of resentment and anger toward someone who has wronged is central to the Lord’s Prayer. In the Islamic tradition, the Prophet Muhammad said, “Whoever forgives a Muslim, Allah will forgive him.” The holiest day in Judaism, the Day of Atonement or Yom Kippur, is a time for seeking forgiveness. Yom Kippur will begin at sunset on Oct. 11 and will end with the night of Oct. 12. This year in Montana, Oct. 11 is the day by which all ballots will be mailed to voters on the absentee list, and the bulk...
CI-126 Will Put More Power In The Hands Of “We the People.” When something is no longer working for the benefit of our state and country, “we the people” have a duty to lawfully and peacefully work to reform our government. Not long ago, Montana had a proud tradition of being a purple state. We valued the character and competence of a person running for office, over their party label. A person may be a Republican or Democrat because that’s the political philosophy they generally agreed with, but both the candidate and voters cared...
Dear Editor, District Court Judge Katherine Bidegaray is the right choice to be the next justice on the Montana Supreme Court. Having appeared in front of her in court and gotten to know her over the years, I have seen her be impartial, fair, and respectful to each party in all cases she has. She was born and raised on a Richland County farm and ranch, and she knows the importance of preparation, hard work, and self-discipline. Judge Bidegaray cares deeply about the state of Montana, the rule of law and fundamental fairness, and the...
Fall Sports...
The top-ranked Warriors traveled to Circle to face the third-ranked Wildcats on Friday. It was a beautiful evening highlighted with great plays and an outstanding game. Circle scored on their first possession and completed it with the two-point conversion making the score 8-0. The Wildcats defense then recovered a Fairview fumble to stop their first drive. After a couple defensive stops by both sides, Tyler Loan took the ball 50 yards for the Warriors first touchdown. He followed it up with the...
Sidney Country Club is excited to announce the installation of golf simulators in the club house with both league and open play available. Tentative hours of operation are 7-11 a.m. and 2-7 p.m. seven days a week. Leagues will start at 5:30 p.m. with men's on Mondays and Thursdays and ladies' on Tuesdays. Wednesday is mixed night with players calling in to reserve a tee time. Leagues are filling up fast, with Thursday night men's already full so call now to reserve your spot! Open play is...
On Friday, Oct. 4, the Sidney High School golf team began round one of the State A golf tournament in Polson with a late start due to a frost delay. After round one, the Eagle boys were in sixth place after shooting a team score of 326. Tanner Tiesen led the way after shooting his lowest round of the year with a 76. He was tied for 11th. The Eagle girls shot a team score of 425 and were in eighth place. They were led by Izzy Baisch who shot a 94. She ended round one in 24th place. The complete...
The Sidney High School Close-Up Program will be hosting their annual Powder Puff flag football game fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 13. The kickoff is at 5:45 p.m. at the Swanson football field. Admission fee is $5. There will also be concessions and a bake sale. “This game is a fundraiser for the Close-Up Organization. We use the funds to take a trip to Washington, DC, to use our nation’s capital as our classroom. We can’t wait for the game. We hope to see you there to support all the hard work these participants have put into it.” said...
The Sidney Eagle Cross Country team competed in the Miles City Stampede on Saturday, Oct. 5. The varsity girls team took 5th, led by Riley Kleinke who placed sixth in the individual race. The varsity boys took eighth led by Carter Heggem who placed third individually. The middle school girls took first and were led by Camryn Franck who took first, Kenzie Koch, took third, and Paisley Obergfell, took fifth place. The middle school boys took 13th and we’re led by Garrick Halvorson who placed 44th. Complete results were: Varsity girls- 5th...
Watford City receiver Trysten DeVries catches a pass for a first down against the Minot Sentinels. The Wolves were outmatched in their homecoming game Friday night and were defeated by the Sentinels 45-6. (Photo by Kathy...
The Market in Sidney is celebrating National 4-H Week Friday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Former 4-Her and Miss North Dakota Codi Miller will be in-store to talk to kids about 4-h, sign autographs and take pictures. She participated in 4-H for 10 years and will relate how 4-H, pageants and rodeo have given her the skills to achieve career goals and build relationships. There will be pumpkin face painting. Kristen Larson, Sidney Livestock, will be speaking on beef and its nutritional values. The local 4-H office will be providing information...
Richland County 4-H held the 2024 Keith Steinbeisser Memorial Livestock Judging at Dynneson Feedlot near Sidney on Sept. 29. Result Summary Novice Teams: 1st: Richland County Novice 2 Oliver Becker Gunner Forbes Aspen Nagle Mallory Van Every 2nd: Richland County/Miles City Novice Owen Vitt Peyton Denowh Jolee Dougherty Lawson Dice 3rd: Richland County Novice 1 TJ Germann Olivia Reimann Cassie Reimann Mya Verschoot Individuals: 1. Mya Verschoot 2. Peyton Denowh 3. Oliver Becker Reasons: Aspen...
Events in Watford City & Williston, Central Time. Now - Sat., Nov. 2, 5 p.m. 10 a.m. - Beneath These Western Skies Exhibit - Featuring art of Afton & Trish Stevenson - Long X Art Gallery, 100 2nd Ave. SW, Watford City. Wed., Oct. 9 & Thurs., Oct. 10 3:30-6 p.m. - North Dakota National Guard Open House - Soldiers & equipment will be available for the public at Williston High School. The soldiers will talk about their mission. Wed., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13 3:30-4:30 p.m. - Kids Book Club - Listen to some awesome stories through chapter...
Funeral Services are Monday, October 21, 2024, at 10:00 am at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, Montana with Pastor Richard Evans officiating. Merna will be laid to rest in the Sidney Cemetery, Sidney, Montana. 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. Merna Arlene (Jenson) Brown was born in Westby, Montana on February 22, 1934, to Carla and Jens Jenson....
Grace Louise Albert Ellwein was born to parents George and Anna (Ensign) Albert in Sidney, MT, on March 1, 1929. She was the youngest of the Albert family. She was a daddy's girl. Grace was baptized on July 7, 1929, at the Scandia Lutheran Church Skaar, ND. Her parents George and Anna homesteaded on the Maud Palmer Albert Homestead south of Sidney. Grace and her siblings attended the Gossett School which was 1 1/2 miles from the homestead. She told many stories of the long walk walks to school...
Fairview students from 4th-8th grade, (96 in all), had the amazing opportunity to attend the Cultural Fair and Youth Symposium on Tuesday, Sept. 24 in Poplar, hosted by the Fort Peck Tribes Cultural Resources Department as part of Native American Week. The invitation stated that they wanted to share the many areas of significance throughout their aboriginal homelands and educate how they are connected to shared lands beyond their reservation lands. 'The tribal people are living cultures that...
The extended summer with temperatures near 80 degrees Fahrenheit in recent weeks has been great, as a few more of my tomatoes, peppers and pumpkins ripened. Unfortunately, winter isn't that far away. Like most gardeners, there is a list of tasks I need to complete before the first snowflakes fall. One of the tasks not on my to-do list is plant clean-up. I won't remove any plant debris (leaves and stems) from my flowerbeds and lawn this fall. This includes leaves from my trees, perennials and...
WILLISTON, ND – 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. 19, with the last tour beginning at 8:15 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...
Step into this cozy new construction designed and built by KLT Enterprises on 9th St. SW, Watford City. This beautiful 1785 square foot home features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a fully insulated garage. A welcoming fireplace, vaulted ceilings. A loft and a large covered patio that is perfect for enjoying these wonderful fall nights in the backyard. The open layout is perfect for family living. The main focal point of the first floor is the 8' island with quartz-top. The island features a huge single...
WILLISTON, ND- The Williston Downtowners Association has made the hard decision to postpone their First Annual Hotdish Festival due to unforeseen circumstances. This event was to happen at the Old Armory on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 1-4 p.m. This event will now be postponed until February 2025. All vendors who signed up will be contacted, and all who purchased tickets in advance will receive refunds. For more information, follow the Williston Downtowners Association on Facebook & on Instagram @willistondt, or go to www.wi...
Join us for a spooktacular time at the 2024 Fox Run Trunk or Treat on Oct. 26. We’ll be starting out the fun inside Reynold’s Market for their annual Halloween Costume Contest at 5:15 p.m. with goodies provided. Trunk or Treat will begin at 6 p.m. This year, we are holding a people’s choice best decorated trunk contest during the event so be sure to vote for your favorite participant! Boys and Girls Club of Richland County will also have a table on site to provide club programs information to families. We look forward to enjoying this...
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture has a full day filled with activities for all ages planned for Saturday, Oct. 12. From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. vendors will be offering their wares on West Main while the Richland County Sportsman’s Club hosts a car show on East Main. Check out the Pumpkin Patch at Reynolds’ Market, the Fall Festival Build-a-Board at Mimi’s Kitchen, the coloring contest at Sunny’s Family Restaurant, and candle pouring at Meraki, face painting at Boutique 33 and hair tinsel at Studio 20, plus chalk and window...
The Hi Line Home Programs, Inc. presents the first annual Boo Bash on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 6-9 p.m. at the Richland County Event Center. This trick-or treating event will be a safe space for all children and their families, including children with special needs. “Please come out and help make our first Boo Bash successful. We hope to make this an annual event. We would love to share all the ways that the Hi Line Home Programs, Inc. can support your family,” said early childhood interventionist and event organizer Sherrie (Sher) Moon....
The fall season is an exciting time of year for many. We look forward to a change of weather. The forecast is showing overnight temps beginning to dip into the upper 30’s at night. This is causing many plants to begin to exhibit their fall color. Maples are beginning to turn rich shades of red and yellow. Ash trees are beginning to turn a rich golden yellow. Other trees are beginning to change as well. There are some perennial plants that are finally going after opening their fall blooms. Plants like Asters and Sedum that are terrific...
The JR ad AJ Gallagher family moved to Sidney in 2021 to be closer to AJ's family. They love this community and knew they wanted to settle down and raise their family here. They feel so blessed to have been able to purchase land that her grandparents, Louie and Charlotte Anvik, originally owned over 30 years ago and has been passed down through the family. They are nestled among the Anvik and Johnson families---right where they want to be! After purchasing the land, they got to work building...
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