Week of September 11, 2024
Week of September 11, 2024
The Senator Tester campaign ran a full-page ad in our local newspaper on 9/4/24. The ad brazenly said that “Sheehy’s Plan Closes” our local hospital and that “49 Rural Montana Hospitals” will close if Tim Sheehy gets elected. The lies about the “privatization” of VA medical benefits need to be exposed. Veterans are understandingly concerned about this issue. Tim Sheehy and his wife are combat veterans themselves, and they would never propose or support efforts to reduce veterans’ medical benefits. Sheehy is opposed to...
In nuclear war fighting the United States maintains a counterforce strategy, aiming our nuclear weapons at an adversaries missile silos, command and control centers and other military infrastructure, with the purpose of destroying their nuclear capabilities before they can be used. In recent years there has been a debate within U.S. policy circles about adopting a “No First Use Policy,” which would state that the U.S. would only use nuclear weapons in retaliation, not as a first strike. Right now, the U.S. does not endorse a first use...
Fall Sports...
The 2024 edition of "The War in Watford" saw two nights of near-capacity attendance at The Rough Rider Center, where fans from across the region took in the exciting pre-season matchup between heated NAHL rivals, the Bismarck Bobcats and Minot Minotauros. The two teams split the series, as they historically do, with Minot picking up the win on night one 5-1, and Bismarck shutting out the Tauros on night two with a 4-0 victory." (Photo by Ricki Cook...
The Sidney Eagle Cross Country team competed in Williston on Friday, Sept. 6. Coach Stacey Collins said. “Today was a great day to be an Eagle! Almost every kid had a season best, some by over two minutes!” Ryleigh Kleinke led the varsity girls with a 12th place finish by running a 20:24. Carter Heggem led the varsity boys finishing 16th with a time of 17:16. The middle school girls were second in the team race, led by Camryn Frank and Kenzie Koch. Complete results were: Varsity Girls team placed 8th overall. Individual Girls Varsity...
The Sidney Eagle golf team traveled to Glendive on Friday, Sept. 6 for a dual against the Red Devils. The dual started at 9 a.m. at the Cottonwood Country Club. Sidney had 23 golfers competing and Glendive had 25. Therefore, two of the Sidney Eagle players had to play two matches at the same time. For the team scores, the Boys Varsity and JV Eagles defeated the Red Devils 42.5-2.5. The Lady Eagles (Varsity and JV) defeated the Red Devils 22-8. Individual results were: Boys- 1. Brady Collins 75 2. Tanner Tiesen 85 3. Kalen Price 85 4. Blake...
Jeff Beach - North Dakota Monitor - https://northdakotamonitor.com A North Dakota utility regulator says a railroad overpass should get built on a key road before construction begins on a multi-billion-dollar natural gas processing facility. "I don't know if it's within our jurisdiction or even whether it's fair and reasonable to require something like that," Randy Christmann, Public Service Commission chair, said during a work session last week. Christmann cited a letter from the head of the...
The Richland County Farm Bureau will host its annual meeting and member appreciation dinner on Thursday, Sept. 19, at the Elks Lodge in Sidney. The event will begin with a social hour at 5 p.m., followed by dinner and the official meeting at 6 p.m. This year’s guest speaker is Brendan Beatty, Montana Department of Revenue director, who will discuss important tax topics affecting local farmers and ranchers. The meeting will provide an opportunity for members to network, learn about key issues, and develop policy that will shape the future of...
This year’s annual E-rase your E-waste event is set for Sept. 13-14, so clear out those closets and storage sheds and recycle all of those damaged and obsolete electronics for free. “We’ve had a number of calls already from people asking about our fall event, so we are excited to let everyone know that the dates have been set,” event coordinator Heather Luinstra said early this month. “Once again, we have partnered with Yellowstone E-Waste Solutions out of Billings and we will host a joint event with the Town of Fairview. Collection...
Events in Sidney, Fairview & Savage, MT: Mountain Time Now-Sun., Sept. 15, 5:30 p.m. Daemon Dean Johnston Silent Benefit Auction & Spaghetti Feed Savage - Visit auction page: www.daemondean.weebly.com to bid for the auction and attend the free will spaghetti feed on Sun., Sept. 15, 3-6 p.m., First Lutheran Church, Savage. Wed., Sept. 11 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - 43rd Annual Quilt & Needlework Show - Through Oct. 5 - MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE, Sidney Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat., 1-4 p.m. For more info call 406-433-3500, or visit...
Memorial services are 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, at the Shepherd of The Valley Lutheran Church, Sidney, MT with Pastor David Huskamp officiating. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Lillian Rose Herbst was born Feb. 25, 2006, to Ashley (Ritchie) and Shane Herbst. She was the most beautiful brown eyed girl, and her eyes sparkled with love. As she grew, she...
Memorial Services will be Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at 10 a.m. at the VFW Post #4099, Sidney, MT with Jesse Gaffield officiating. A luncheon will follow the service. Terry will be laid to rest at Crane Cemetery, Crane, MT, with military honors presented by the VFW Post 4099, Sidney, MT, and representatives from the U.S. Navy Honor Guard beginning at 2 p.m. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family...
Larry Lundeen, 73, peacefully passed away on Friday Aug 30, 2024 at the Good Shepherd Home, Watford City, ND. Funeral Services will be Friday Sept. 6, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Garden Lutheran Church, Watford City, ND, with Pastor Rob Favorite officiating. Visitation will be Thursday Sept. 5, 2024 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Watford City, ND. Larry will be laid to rest in the Garden Cemetery. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Watford City, ND, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be...
Maxine Brunsvold, 92, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Sept 3, 2024, at the Sidney Health Center Extended Care, Sidney, MT. Funeral Services are Thursday, Sep. 12, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, Sidney, MT, with Pastor David Huskamp officiating. Maxine will be laid to rest in the Sunnyside Cemetery, Trotters, ND. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at...
Michael VanDyke, 66 unexpectedly passed away on Wednesday August 28, 2024 at his home in Upton, WY. Graveside Services will be Saturday September 14, 2024 at 10:00 am at the Good Hope Cemetery in Keene, ND with Pastor Peder Stenslie officiating. A procession will begin at the Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home in Watford City, ND at 9:30 am. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Watford City, ND is assisting the family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at...
How often have you heard of a friend, neighbor or loved one suffering serious injuries from a simple fall? It is scary to think about but it happens to one out of four seniors every year. What would be a simple bruise at age 30 can become catastrophic at age 80. After a fall, some seniors can have a hard time bouncing back; they may continue to have trouble moving around, their muscles become tired, bones become stiff, and they, along with their loved ones, are scared they will fall again. This is a very real fear among the elderly; in fact,...
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