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Quillings Park, Sidney, looked a bit more festive this holiday season with the addition of a new outdoor ice rink. Michael and Cole Fink, two brothers who are actively involved with the Richland Rangers Alumni Association spurred the ice rink's inception. Cole Fink stumbled upon outdoor ice rink boards for sale on Facebook and thought it would be a great idea to buy it to put in Quillings Park. "We thought if there is a rink for public use, that would help more kids get involved in hockey and...
This year the 2021 Montana Young Professionals Summit was held in Sidney June 9-11. This is a statewide event that helps Young Professionals in Montana expand their professional networks and personal development. It provides them with the opportunity to explore the different aspects that make up the United States. This year the theme was “Where Energy Meets Sustainability; the Land of Oil and Ag”. This was the first time that the event was held in eastern Montana. Past host cities include Great Falls, Billings, Butte, and Kalispell. “Our commi...
Since 1921 Niehenke Welding has been providing quality service to the community - with its top priority being area farmers and ranchers. The company specializes in general welding, agricultural repairs, heavy equipment welding, fabrication and machining. Joseph John Niehenke started the company in 1921. After serving in World War I, he bought a shop in Sidney, and started providing blacksmith services to the area. The shop was originally located near 120 2nd St NW. In 1936, J.B. Dawe Jr....
MedStart is a summer program aimed at developing the next generation of health care providers. It is hosted by the Montana AHEC (Area Health Education Center) and the Montana Hospital Association. MedStart provides opportunities for students to explore a variety of health care careers through simulation activities, which includes dissections, nursing simulation lab, dental assisting, health information technology demonstrations, mock disaster training/EMS, Cadaver lab and X-Ray activities. The...
After a devastating fire in October 2019 that burnt down most of Mimi's Kitchen, Sidney, the business has made a full recovery. Mimi's Kitchen is a family-owned business that makes customers their number one priority. They specialize in quality cutlery, cookware, bakeware, dinnerware, gourmet foods, coffee and other special gifts. They also offer cooking classes, shopping and lunches. Mimi's Kitchen is excited to have bounced back from the fire and is happy to have their business up and...
The Watford City Wolves Wrestling team is dedicating their season to a late team member, Coy Lane Hepper. "He was a part of our family for so many years and all of a sudden he is gone. He is still a part of our team and everybody's life. He spent a lot of time with a lot of kids and parents that are on our team," said Coach Jon Matson. The team had t-shirts made to honor the passing of this extraordinary wrestler, who left an impact on everyone. The t-shirts say, "Live Like Coy," Matson...
Watford City Middle School is the first school in the state of North Dakota to have an established middle school FFA Chapter. Grace Dragseth, Watford City Middle School Ag Teacher, kickstarted the chapter in August, with a goal to get middle school students involved with agriculture and community service. "FFA benefits middle schoolers, giving them a true passion to look for once they get to high school, allowing them the opportunity to explore career options," Dragseth said. "It incorporates co...
The Richland Federal Credit Union, Sidney, helped raise over $2,000 in funds for the Shodair Children's Hospital, Montana's only Children's Miracle Network hospital. The credit union staff put on various events including ugly sweater contests, funky flip flops, jeans on Fridays, and a recent Brawl of the Wild Contest. "The contests are well received by our staff and members, and we can have some fun raising money for organizations. We joined other credit unions in our state 5 years ago to...
Be sure to get your last minute Christmas shopping done at Sidney’s Jingle and Mingle Craft & Vendor Show. The event is set for Dec. 18 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. MST at the Richland County Event Center, Sidney. “The show is focused on last-minute shopping, and we will have several vendors from all over the Bakken. We are excited to offer this event again to the community,” said Julie Lee, Jingle and Mingle Event coordinator. There will be over 30 crafters and vendors, food will be provided on site, Small Business Bingo, a gift-wrapping booth run b...
The Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County, Long X Liquor Store, and Long X Arts Foundation is looking to give back to the community this holiday season with a Giving Gala at the Long X Visitor Center, Watford City, 6:30-10 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11. “Our main effort is to provide an enjoyable evening for the community, bring everyone together and provide a chance to “give back,” Long X Pioneer Museum Director Jan Dodge said. This semiformal event will have valet parking, tons of dancing, live holiday music by Mick Soiseth and Lane Sandstrom, appet...
After a federal judge ordered a nationwide pause on CMS' COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers, area hospitals have followed suit. McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) lifted the mandate for its workers. They hope that this will help retain current staff. “With the Missouri Federal Court halting the vaccination mandate the McKenzie County Healthcare Systems, Inc. is doing nothing different than was being done prior to the mandate. While the administration and the medical providers believe in the benefits of vaccination, we also r...
The Alexander Activities Club & FTC #9963 Team are hosting Alexander’s Christmas Stroll on Thursday, Dec. 2 from 5-9 p.m. There will be a dinner provided by the senior class of Alexander Public School, various vendors throughout town, a selfie station, photos with Santa, Christmas decorations, Color Guard, hot chocolate/apple cider booth, hayrides, lights on Main Street, and much more. This event helps support the different classes at Alexander Public School and local businesses and vendors....
The Rough Rider Center is holding a Christmas Fest with a variety of activities on Saturday, Dec 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be several vendors, photos with Santa, Christmas wreath silent auction, crafts, food, and more. There is a $5 admission fee per person, which includes a Christmas craft kit for ages 12 and under. “I am excited to bring a fun-filled Christmas event to the community of Watford City and surrounding areas,” Rough Rider Center’s Lead Event Coordinator Asha Kirkland said. For more information on this event, visit the Rough...
The Sunrise Women’s Clinic is hosting its annual Light the Way Christmas Gala at the Richland County Event Center Thursday, Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m. MT. There will be a banquet dinner, silent auction, Christmas choir, and guest speaker (Ashton Nielsen-Davis). The silent auction will have handmade or new Christmas items including ornaments, table runners, quilts, etc. The proceeds from the gala will directly benefit the Clinic and expecting families in the area. The event helps pay for all the overhead costs. The Clinic is hoping to raise enough f...
The Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County, Long X Liquor Store, and Long X Arts Foundation is looking to give back to the community this holiday season with a Giving Gala at the Long X Visitor Center, Watford City, 6:30-10 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11. “Our main effort is to provide an enjoyable evening for the community, bring everyone together and provide a chance to “give back,” Long X Pioneer Museum Director Jan Dodge said. This semiformal event will have valet parking, tons of dancing, live holiday music by Mick Soiseth and Lane Sandstrom, appet...
Watford City is hopeful that it will be home to a one-of-a-kind facility that would “up-skill” area employers’ current workforce, create more opportunities for students, and provide a variety of services to the area. Since 2016, economic development and industry partners have discussed a technical skills center at various levels. “The Workforce Skills Initiative has met regularly for several years to discuss ways the school district, economic development, and local business and industry can collaborate at a higher level to better prepare...
Sidney’s new Butler Ag Equipment shop has been up and running as of Nov. 1. The facility is located at the former B&B Rentals location, 34940 MT-23, near the intersection of MT-16 and MT-23. It is the company’s first store in Montana and 20th location throughout the Midwest. “So far it has been great! We have been getting a lot of positive feedback from the locals, along with our customers, “Butler Machinery Company Service Manager Colton Carlin said. The company offers a full line of AGCO equipment brands, select CLAAS equipment and other s...
In an effort to get more students exposed to technical careers, Tri-County Implement Inc, Sidney, donated several tools to the Sidney High School Ag department. “It is hard for us to find technicians and anything we can do to help the school educate some students to be technicians would be a great thing,” said Tyler Christensen, Tri-County Implement parts and service general manager. The school was originally looking to purchase tools from Tri-County. Kelly Alvstad thought it would be a good idea to donate the tools instead. Christensen agr...
Watford City will be looking festive this year with tons of Christmas events happening throughout November and December. Friday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m., Watford City's Annual Parade of Lights will be lighting up the city. The parade goes from North on Main Street and East on 4th Avenue to the Fairgrounds to allow for social distancing. This year a panel of three judges is judging the floats and the prize will be a Traveling Trophy and $150 to the winners in two categories; overall outstanding...
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce has several events scheduled this weekend. "We traditionally kick off the holiday season the Friday after Thanksgiving. It's very much themed Christmas I'd say. We're grateful to ONEOK for presenting the Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights annually. We are adding a few new things to our traditional "Christmas Stroll," Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, Kali Godfrey executive director said. Friday, Nov. 26, 8-10 a.m., the movie, "The Grinch Who...
Sidney's new Butler Ag Equipment shop has been up and running as of Nov. 1. The facility is located at the former B&B Rentals location, 34940 MT-23, near the intersection of MT-16 and MT-23. It is the company's first store in Montana and 20th location throughout the Midwest. "So far it has been great! We have been getting a lot of positive feedback from the locals, along with our customers, "Butler Machinery Company Service Manager, Colton Carlin said. The company offers a full line of AGCO...
In an effort to get more students exposed to technical careers, Tri-County Implement Inc, Sidney, donated several tools to the Sidney High School Ag department. "It is hard for us to find technicians and anything we can do to help the school educate some students to be technicians would be a great thing," said Tyler Christensen, Tri-County Implement Parts and Service General Manager. The school was originally looking to purchase tools from Tri-County. Kelly Alvstad thought it would be a good...
Quillings Park, Sidney, will look a bit more festive this holiday season with the addition of a new outdoor ice rink. Michael and Cole Fink, two brothers who are actively involved with the Richland Rangers Alumni Association spurred the ice rink's inception. Cole Fink stumbled upon outdoor ice rink boards for sale on Facebook and thought it would be a great idea to buy it to put in Quillings Park. "We thought if there is a rink for public use, that would help more kids get involved in hockey...
Sidney's first original soup and sandwich shop, Gulliver's Restaurant continues to provide delicious meals to the community, despite change in ownership. The restaurant has been in business for 40 years, with 27 of those years being under the ownership of Joan Nelson. She has been looking to sell the business and retire but continued to operate it because she did not want to see it close its doors. As of Nov. 1, Katie Tringali, a Gulliver's employee, took ownership of the restaurant. Tringali...
Watford City will be looking festive this year with tons of Christmas events happening throughout November and December. Friday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 p.m., Watford City’s Annual Parade of Lights will be lighting up the city. The parade goes from North on Main Street and East on 4th Avenue to the Fairgrounds to allow for social distancing. This year a panel of three judges is judging the floats and the prize will be a Traveling Trophy and $150 to the winners in two categories; overall outstanding entry presenting and illustrating the parade theme, ...
