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  • Larry Lynde Benefit Sept. 9

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 23, 2023

    The Sidney Eagles biggest fan is now battling cancer and needs your help. Sidney native Larry Lynde has stage 4 colon cancer which has spread to his liver. He is currently undergoing chemo treatments and anticipating further treatment options, including surgery. Larry is employed by the City of Sidney and continues working as treatments allow. Sports fans know Larry as a huge supporter of the Eagles as well as other local and college teams. It's not unusual to hear a Larry! Larry! Larry! chant...

  • Fairview Switches To Class B For Most Sports

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 16, 2023

    Other than football, the Fairview Warriors will be facing new competition this season with a switch to Class B mandated by the Montana High School Athletic Association. Rather than being one of the largest Class C teams, they will now be one of the smallest in Class B. Enrollment at Fairview High School has remained consistently over 100 for many years now, and when the MHSA changed the numbers for classifications from 118 to 100, the school knew they would soon be required to go up to Class B....

  • Bruce Gjovig Signing At Books On Broadway Aug. 16

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 16, 2023

    Books on Broadway will host a book signing with North Dakota author Bruce Gjovig on Wednesday, Aug. 16 from 1-4 p.m. The author of seven books, his last three have focused on the entrepreneurship of North Dakotans. Gjovig was a Grand Sky strategic advisor, the nation's first UAS business port and airport, located on the Grand Forks Air Force Base. He is CEO Emeritus and founder, CEO and Entrepreneur Coach at the national and international award-winning Center for Innovation Foundation, a...

  • Miller Takes Reins At Boys & Girls Club Of Richland County

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 2, 2023

    Madison Miller is the new CEO at the Boys & Girls Club of Richland County, taking over from Elaine Stedman who has retired. Her goal is not to change anything but to work with Elaine over the next couple of months and gain a good understanding of the workings of the Club. "It doesn't mean nothing will ever change but I won't ruin everything everyone has worked so hard for," she stated. After some time off, Stedman will return in a part time position with Miller fully in charge. Madison and her h...

  • Rasmussen Gains Hands-On Experience Through Internship Program

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 2, 2023

    MSU-Bozeman student Alex Rasmussen has had a busy summer completing his internship through the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), the Montana Rangeland Resources Committee and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). According to the DNRC, the internship is designed to offer beginning agriculturalists, natural resource and range specialists, biologists, soils majors or any student looking into natural resources the real-world and hands-on experience...

  • Rasmussen Gains Hands-On Experience Through Internship Program

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 2, 2023

    MSU-Bozeman student Alex Rasmussen has had a busy summer completing his internship through the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), the Montana Rangeland Resources Committee and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). According to the DNRC, the internship is designed to offer beginning agriculturalists, natural resource and range specialists, biologists, soils majors or any student looking into natural resources the real-world and hands-on experience implementing the educational tools already gained to a...

  • Whitney Van Hook Appreciates Her Time As Richland County 4-H Member

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 2, 2023

    Whitney Van Hook, Brorson Farmhands 4-H Club, has a long history with the program, starting as a Clover Bud when she was just 6 years old. She has been a full-fledged 4-Her since 2013 with various projects over the years including poultry, rabbits, steers, horses and sewing projects. But she has always had a quilt project and a hog. This year, she will show a steer and a hog, and have a beautiful quilt to enter in the Richland County Fair. The quilt project has been a constant throughout Van Hook’s 4-H years, with a more difficult pattern e...

  • Papka Credits 4-H With Helping Him Grow

    Dianne Swanson|Aug 2, 2023

    Lane Papka, Savage, has really enjoyed his time in 4-H and how much it has helped him grow as a person. Over the past five years with the Yellowstone Valley Trailblazers, Papka has raised pigs and steers along with completing photography and woodworking projects. His favorite is the steers which he purchases from and keeps at Morgan Ernster’s farm. His pigs have been housed at the Peter’s farm. He has earned a Perfect Quality award for his pig and blue ribbons for the majority of his entries. He also served as vice president of his club for...

  • Whitney Van Hook Appreciates Her Time As Richland County 4-H Member

    Dianne Swanson|Jul 26, 2023

    Whitney Van Hook, Brorson Farmhands 4-H Club, has a long history with the program, starting as a Clover Bud when she was just 6 years old. She has been a full-fledged 4-Her since 2013 with various projects over the years including poultry, rabbits, steers, horses and sewing projects. But she has always had a quilt project and a hog. This year, she will show a steer and a hog, and have a beautiful quilt to enter in the Richland County Fair. The quilt project has been a constant throughout Van Hoo...

  • Papka Credits 4-H With Helping Him Grow

    Dianne Swanson|Jul 26, 2023

    Lane Papka, Savage, has really enjoyed his time in 4-H and how much it has helped him grow as a person. Over the past five years with the Yellowstone Valley Trailblazers, Papka has raised pigs and steers along with completing photography and woodworking projects. His favorite is the steers which he purchases from and keeps at Morgan Ernster's farm. His pigs have been housed at the Peter's farm. He has earned a Perfect Quality award for his pig and blue ribbons for the majority of his entries....

  • Western Choice Cooperative Prides Itself On Customer Service

    Dianne Swanson|Jul 26, 2023

    Member owned Western Choice Cooperative is proud to serve its farmer-rancher members as well as casual customers visiting their stores. A C-store, Hardware Hanks, a tire shop and a car wash in Killdeer, ND along with C-stores in Manning, ND and Sidney, MT complete the holdings of this 88-year-old business. Founded in 1935 as Farmers Union Oil, the coop became Western Choice in 2016. It is member-producer-owned with a board of directors and a general manager who hires department managers who...

  • 77th Annual Fairview Old Timers Reunion & Summer Festival July 13-16

    Dianne Swanson|Jul 12, 2023

    It’s that time once again when people from all over the country converge on Fairview for the annual Old Timers Reunion and Summer Festival. Class reunions, family reunions, parades, food and tons of fun mark the weekend. Kick off the celebration with Bingo & Beer at the Double Barrel Thursday, July 13. Cards are $2 each and proceeds go to Post Prom 2024. Enjoy a nice evening in Sharbono Park Friday beginning at 5 p.m. with “Hamburgers in the Park” served by Fairview 4-H for only $10 per plate. Registration of Old Timers will also take place...

  • 77th Annual Fairview Old Timers Reunion & Summer Festival July 13-16

    Dianne Swanson|Jul 5, 2023

    It’s that time once again when people from all over the country converge on Fairview for the annual Old Timers Reunion and Summer Festival. Class reunions, family reunions, parades, food and tons of fun mark the weekend. Kick off the celebration with Bingo & Beer at the Double Barrel Thursday, July 13. Cards are $2 each and proceeds go to Post Prom 2024. Enjoy a nice evening in Sharbono Park Friday beginning at 5 p.m. with “Hamburgers in the Park” served by Fairview 4-H for only $10 per plate. Registration of Old Timers will also take place...

  • 77th Annual Old Timers Reunion & Summer Festival July 13-16

    Dianne Swanson|Jun 28, 2023

    It’s that time once again when people from all over the country converge on Fairview for the annual Old Timers Reunion and Summer Festival. Class reunions, family reunions, parades, food and tons of fun mark the weekend. Kick off the celebration with Bingo & Beer at the Double Barrel Thursday, July 13. Cards are $2 each and proceeds go to Post Prom 2024. Enjoy a nice evening in Sharbono Park Friday beginning at 5 p.m. with “Hamburgers in the Park” served by Fairview 4-H for only $10 per plate. Registration of Old Timers will also take place...

  • Fairview Community Garage Sale June 17

    Dianne Swanson|Jun 14, 2023

    The Fairview Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Community Garage Sale on Saturday, June 17. Anyone wishing to be put on the list for publicity can email the chamber at [email protected] by June 10. Paper copies will be available to garage sale goers, and the event will be publicized on social media....

  • Fairview Community Garage Sale June 17

    Dianne Swanson|Jun 7, 2023

    The Fairview Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Community Garage Sale on Saturday, June 17. Anyone wishing to be put on the list for publicity can email the chamber at [email protected] by June 10. Paper copies will be available to garage sale goers, and the event will be publicized on social media....

  • Williston Crazy Days June 9 & 10

    Dianne Swanson|Jun 7, 2023

    Take advantage of some Crazy Deals, enjoy some great food, and let your kids have fun during Williston’s Crazy days Friday, June 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, June 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Several streets downtown will be blocked off to accommodate five to ten pop-up shops and two or three food vendors. Kids will have a blast with the bubble machine, sidewalk chalk, lawn games and lots more. The Williston Library Book Mobile will also be set up downtown. Be sure to check out all the delightful downtown businesses which will be offering Crazy b...

  • Save Like Crazy At Books On Broadway

    Dianne Swanson|Jun 7, 2023

    Enjoy some free gourmet popcorn as you browse the sidewalk sales at Books on Broadway Friday, June 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, June 10, 10 a. m.-2 p. m. Be sure to check out the vast selection of books, and the unique toys inside as well. For a refreshing treat, try an Italian soda with one of the many delicious summer syrups which include pineapple, classic watermelon, south seas blend, pomegranate, huckleberry, blackberry, peach, blue cotton candy and desert pear. Add some summer flavor to your latte or other espresso drinks as well....

  • TheZone Summer Lunch Program Starts June 12 In Fairview

    Dianne Swanson|Jun 7, 2023

    All kids, kindergarten-high school are welcome to enjoy a safe space paired with a nutritious meal this summer, hosted by Zion Lutheran and Community Presbyterian Churches in cooperation with Fairview Schools. Lunches will be provided from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, alternating between the two churches. A red flag saying EAT will signal the location. Pastor Tim O’Shields, Zion Lutheran Church, explained the program, saying that there are no walls involved. No income requirements, no religious affiliation. Just fellowship a...

  • Benefit For Tess Hurley Saturday, June 3

    Dianne Swanson|May 31, 2023

    Friends and family are hosting a benefit for Sidney-Fairview native Tess Hurley Saturday, June 3 at The Waterhole #3, Fairview. The free-will donation feed starts at 6 p.m. featuring BBQ burgers with all the trimmings. A silent auction runs from 1-8 p.m. followed by a live auction. Anyone wishing to donate items for either auction may drop them off with Kim at The Waterhole #3. Hurley is a single mom of four, well known in the community, from either Sadie's Cafe, Richland Federal Credit Union...

  • TheZone Summer Lunch Program Starts June 12 In Fairview

    Dianne Swanson|May 31, 2023

    All kids, kindergarten-high school are welcome to enjoy a safe space paired with a nutritious meal this summer, hosted by Zion Lutheran and Community Presbyterian Churches in cooperation with Fairview Schools. Lunches will be provided from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays, alternating between the two churches. A red flag saying EAT will signal the location. Pastor Tim O’Shields, Zion Lutheran Church, explained the program, saying that there are no walls involved. No income requirements, no religious affiliation. Just fellowship a...

  • "The Most Unlikely Pair" Book Signing At Page Turners, Fairview

    Dianne Swanson|May 31, 2023

    Readers are in for a treat on Saturday, June 3 as Page Turners, book store, Fairview, hosts Alexander author Sandy Rieker for a reading and signing of her book “The Most Unlikely Pair”. The reading will be at 1 p.m. followed by the book signing until 3 p.m. Rieker says she got her inspiration from watching her own farm animals and wrote the story about a chicken and a goat that become friends with one another after being adopted. Her intention is to teach kids that it’s okay to be different and to always be kind to one another. Amazing illus...

  • VBS, Safe In The Fire, A Story Of Faith, In Fairview June 5-8

    Dianne Swanson|May 31, 2023

    All area children from pre-school-9th grade are invited to a week of fun and learning as Zion Lutheran and Community Presbyterian Churches, Fairview, host Vacation Bible School June 5-8 with the theme of Safe in the Fire, A Story of Faith: Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace. The fun-filled week kicks off Sunday, June 4 with a parade at 4 p.m. with golf carts, side by sides, gators, antique cars full of kids, and adults, riding through the streets of Fairview. A picnic and games will follow at Zion Lutheran Church. Please...

  • VBS, Safe In The Fire, A Story Of Faith, In Fairview June 5-8

    Dianne Swanson|May 24, 2023

    All area children from pre-school-9th grade are invited to a week of fun and learning as Zion Lutheran and Community Presbyterian Churches, Fairview, host Vacation Bible School June 5-8 with the theme of Safe in the Fire, A Story of Faith: Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace. The fun-filled week kicks off Sunday, June 4 with a parade at 4 p.m. with golf carts, side by sides, gators, antique cars full of kids, and adults, riding through the streets of Fairview. A picnic and games...

  • "The Most Unlikely Pair" Book Signing At Page Turners, Fairview

    Dianne Swanson|May 24, 2023

    Readers are in for a treat on Saturday, June 3 as Page Turners, the book store in Fairview, hosts Alexander author Sandy Rieker for a reading and signing of her book "The Most Unlikely Pair." The reading will be at 1 p.m. followed by the book signing until 3 p.m. Rieker says she got her inspiration from watching her own farm animals and wrote the story about a chicken and a goat that become friends with one another after being adopted. Her intention is to teach kids that it's okay to be differen...

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