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North Dakota writer and musician, Jessie Veeder, released her first childrens' book, "Prairie Princess" this month. To celebrate, she is touring libraries statewide to conduct a reading, signing, discussion and creative activity for all ages. She will be at Door 204, Watford City 4:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 21. "Prairie Princess" is a celebration of rural living and our connection to the land told through the perspective of a young girl. Beautifully illustrated by North Dakota artist Daphne...
A full month after her last sighting, a benefit for "Bring Katelynn Berry Home" is scheduled in Williston. It will be held at a business that has been a part of the city since the late '30s. The "Bring Katelynn Berry Home Benefit" will be held Friday, Jan. 21 from 6 p.m. until midnight, and hosted by Buster's Bar, a Williston business since 1938, 22 Main Street. It starts with a free-will donation baked potato bar. There will also be music by Ted and Kerry and a silent auction. Heidi Eide, a...
Gary was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer in March 2021, which has spread to his lungs and liver. He immediately began chemotherapy. In November, an MRI revealed brain lesions. He had surgery to remove the lesions they were able to access in his brain, and he now begins radiation therapy on top of the chemo. Gary's family is doing the best they can to help Gary with his fight, while spending as much quality time with him as they are able. On Jan. 22 we are hosting a Medical Benefit for...
A two-vehicle truck vs. truck crash occurred that involved a fatal injury at about noon on Jan. 14, at the intersection of McKenzie County Rd. 16 and 154th Ave NW, about 6 miles north of Cartwright, in McKenzie County, ND. A red 2001 Freightliner truck towing a tanker loaded with 165 barrels of salt water was traveling west on McKenzie County Road 16. A white 2014 Volvo truck towing an empty side-dump trailer was northbound on 154th Ave NW. The Volvo failed to stop at a stop sign, striking the left side of the Freightliner. The driver of the...
On Tuesday morning, Jan. 11, one of North Dakota’s finest was involved in a motor vehicle crash east of Watford City. A sheriff’s deputy vehicle was struck by another commuter hours before sunrise. According to press releases, while on shift, 36-year-old McKenzie County Sheriff Deputy Beebe was driving his 2018 Chevy Tahoe sheriff’s vehicle on a frost-covered Hwy. 23 in the eastbound passing lane at 6:18 a.m. CT. Just three miles east of Watford City Deputy Beebe decided he needed to turn around and head back towards Watford City. He slowe...
Mass of the Christian Burial for Therese Bidegaray, 91, Sidney, was held 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, Sidney, MT with Father Jim O'Neil as presider. Wake services 6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 14, 2022, at Fulkerson-Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT. Interment was in Richland Memorial Park Cemetery, Sidney, MT under the care of Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Maryknoll, Emmaus House, St. Joseph's Indian S...
Deshler, NE - Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and technology, has recognized Mon-Kota as one of the highest selling dealers in their territory. Located in Fairview, the dealership earned a Diamond Pride award for their performance in the last year. "We are proud to honor the team at Mon-Kota with these awards," said Chris Roth, Reinke president. "Through the years, they've dedicated themselves to supporting the growers in their area. We appreciate those efforts as...
Watford City Area Concert Association continues the 2021-22 concert series with a musical comedy team Duo Baldo! Duo Baldo is renowned violinist Brad Repp and pianist/actor Aldo Gentileschi. Their critically acclaimed performances combine virtuosic performances, theatrical humor, and pop culture. The duo is based in Italy and has delighted audiences around the world with their unique blend of virtuosity and clever comedy. They will be performing at Watford City High School Theater at 7 p.m.,...
The Richland Rangers Jr. Gold team tied Grand Forks 4-4 at home on Jan. 15....
A Celebration of Dorothy's life for family, friends, and neighbors, will be held at 11 a.m., June 18, 2022. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Dorothy Ellen Wambach, daughter of Inez (Tunison) and Joseph Walter was born May 21, 1927 in Scobey, MT. Always filled with a zest for life, Dorothy filled her days growing up in Wolf Point, MT with a slew of activities including tap dance lessons, roller skating and herding her two younger...
Do you have a business idea that sits in the back of your mind waiting for you to take action? Well, wait no more! Register for one of our many Business 101 classes and learn how to win $5,000 for your start-up or business expansion! Join the Wolf Point SBDC for a Business 101 class in your area. This business planning and strategies workshop will walk through the critical structures, available tools, and why money is necessary before, during, and after opening your doors. The in-person class addresses turning a hobby or passion into a...
The Richland County Conservation District is accepting applications for the 2022 Conservation Cost Share Program. Applications can be requested by calling 406-943-3001 or emailing [email protected]. Landowners in Richland County seeking to implement conservation practices on their property may be eligible for 50% cost share on the practices. Examples of eligible practices include, irrigation projects, stock wells, pipelines, grass seeding, fencing or any project that enhances or protects the natural resource. The conservation districts...
It is amazing how the same word, with its simple meaning, can have totally different suggestions and implications to us as we age and continue onward in our lifetime journey. I’m thinking here of the word ‘senior’. This word of course means ‘higher in rank’, ‘holding a high or authoritative position’, ‘longer in service’, ‘more experienced’, and of course ‘older.’ We elders unfortunately recognize that in our individual cases, senior means older. But think about it for a moment. Remember being a senior in high school? We were ecstatic to be ca...
Trojan Border Wars Varsity Wrestling - Sidney / Fairview, Jan. 14-15 Match #1 Round 1 North Platte defeated Sidney / Fairview 39-38 106 - Gordan Knapp (Sidney / Fairview) over Brody Pitner (North Platte) Fall 1:38 113 - Reece Graves (Sidney / Fairview) over Kole Weigel (North Platte) Fall 4:40 120 - Jace Kennel (North Platte) over Beau Rindahl (Sidney / Fairview) Fall 0:26 126 - Owen Lonski (Sidney / Fairview) over Tyson Smith (North Platte) Fall 3:21 132 - Ethan Jackson (North Platte) over...
Richland County Conservation District is now taking tree orders for the 2022 spring planting season. Call 406-943-3001 to request an order form. The Conservation District and the NRCS office can help you plan for shelterbelts; windbreaks or wildlife plantings. Trees planted by the conservation district need the soil prepared for the tree planter and mesh layer to work properly. Certain species of trees sell out so please order early to ensure availability of trees & shrubs....
The Ranger Squirts travelled to Williston for two games on Saturday, Jan. 15 and were successful with two wins. Squirts won over Williston Orange 17-6. Squirts won over Williston Grey 12-2. On Sunday the Squirts faced Crosby twice on home ice. First game ended a loss for the Squirts. At the end of the 3rd period the game was tied 9-9 and went to a shootout that is when the Squirts fell to Crosby. Game 2 versus Crosby ended in a victory for the Rangers of 10-5....
On Saturday, Jan. 15 the SHS Speech, Debate and Drama team was in Fairview. The Drama team took 2nd and the Speech and Debate took 3rd. Debate: Public Forum: Corbin Steinbeisser and Daniel Stevens took 3rd. Lincoln Douglas: Gabby Juarez took 8th. Speech: Informative: Chloe Go took 1st. Memorized Public Address: Noah Thiel took 4th. Drama: Classical Theatre: Emma Cundiff and Wyatt Reid took 1st. Markalen Watson, Kodi Schulz and Garrett Dodds took 2nd. Pantomime: Jade Emly took 4th. Dramatic...
The MonDak Heritage Center announces "Art For Everyone", an exhibition of Art by Ardis Jacobson & Douglas Engberg, on display through Feb. 26 at the MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave SE, Sidney. Ardis Jacobson knew in high school that art would be a lifelong love affair for her! Ardis says "I am a creator as well as an artist. Creating something lively from a cast off is the ultimate. Painting a beautiful painting with oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, colored pencil, encaustic (wax), batik,...
Celebrating Chocolate returns to MonDak Heritage Center, Saturday Feb.19, the doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the event starts at 7 p.m. This year marks the 15th Annual Celebration for this Fund-Raising Event and will be celebrated in person this year. We will celebrate “Love Around The World” this year with an internationally inspired menu of delicious appetizers accompanied by tasty chocolate treats from Lisa Combel, Orleans Cuisine, Sidney. (Visit her website at orleanscuisine.com). There will be a silent auction with a large variety of ite...
With a mission to bring about less government, more responsibility, and a better world by providing leadership, education, and volunteer action with moral and Constitutional principles, a John Birch Society returns to Sidney. A society was founded in Sidney in 1959 and is starting to regain traction after Leah Southwell John Birch Society Regional Field Director, met with over a dozen adults to restart the one in the area. "JBS has never gone away but it was very strong in eastern Montana since...
Jack Ballard, Democratic candidate for Montana's 2nd Congressional District, visited Sidney Jan. 11. Ballard held a meet and greet at Meadowlark Brewery followed by speaking to local Democrats at Greg Miller's shop. Ballard is running against fellow Democrats Penny Ronning and Skylar Williams in the upcoming primary June 7. The US House of Representatives seat for the 2nd Congressional District is currently held by Rep. Matt Rosendale. Rosendale faces primary challenger Mary Todd. Ballard is fro...
(BPT) - When it comes to the changing seasons and onset of fall, we often think of breaking out our boots and sweaters rather than changing up our lotions and potions and prioritizing our overall wellness. There are facets of our overall well-being that can be quick to take care of and, with a little daily maintenance, can create long-lasting positive effects through the fall and winter months that most of us find most dreary. Many would be surprised to know that the easiest of all routine...
(BPT) - Heading into the new year, you may be thinking about ways to work on your health and wellness. A new year is an ideal opportunity to consider positive lifestyle changes, and what you choose to eat is a big part of that. The good news is, you can focus on nutritional goals while still enjoying the food you eat. "Think about important nutrients your body needs to stay healthy, like protein, healthy fat and fiber, when choosing what to eat," says registered dietitian nutritionist Kristin...
(BPT) - Many resolutions made on New Year's Eve look a lot more overwhelming in the cold hard light of New Year's Day. "Lose weight." "Exercise more." "Work on that novel." "Drink less." Oof. Where to start? As Lao Tzu says, "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Sometimes that first step doesn't even require standing up. Studies show that even 11 minutes a day of Kundalini meditation can boost mental health, promote mindfulness and increase gratitude. MRI imaging has...
Milo John Wisness of rural Keene passed away at the McKenzie County Hospital on Friday, January 14 after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. He was a lifelong rancher and farmer who loved all aspects of that life. He was proud to be part of the farm and ranch his grandfather had homesteaded in rural Keene and that now passes onto the fourth generation. Milo loved his Norwegian heritage loved receiving the honor when the Wisness Farm was inducted into the Scandinavian-American Hall of Fame...
