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  • Public Notification Of A Sex Offender Now Residing In McKenzie County

    May 23, 2012

    Mr. Eldon Wayne Bayless resides at 2198 125th Ave NW. Watford City, ND 58854. Mr. Bayless has 2 convictions one in the State of CO and another in the State of OK. Convictions dates where 1993 & 1992. Expiration date; lifetime, North Dakota risk level; undetermined, status; registered....

  • Richland County Food Bank Switches To Summer Hours June 4

    May 23, 2012

    The Richland County Food Bank would like to let the public know about their new summer hours. They will be open, by appointment, Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments will be taken and made by phone. The Food Bank uses continue to grow. This small change will allow the volunteers to meet the client at his or her need. This change will also allow them time to restock and prepare the shelves to better serve the community. The Food Bank is located at 123 W. Main (The Nutter Bldg.) Appointments can be made by calling...

  • Landing A Paddlefish

    May 23, 2012

    Bozeman residents Bob Thompson (left) and his son Josh battle hard to land a paddlefish at Richland Park last Tuesday....

  • FWP AIS Inspection Stations Open Soon Across Montana

    May 23, 2012

    Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials said today that aquatic invasive species inspection stations and roving inspection crews have begun to operate across the state at key border crossing sites, along major highways, and on heavily used water bodies beginning this week. By law boaters must stop at AIS inspection stations for a brief interview and inspection. Boaters are urged to inspect, clean and dry boats, trailers and gear exposed to the water to ensure they don’t carry organisms from one water body to another, whether they plan to t...

  • University of Mary Presents Over 1,100 Degrees To Over 1,040 Graduates At 52nd Commencement

    May 23, 2012

    On Saturday, April 28, the University of Mary, America’s Leadership University, recognized 1,043 graduates with a total of 1,113 degrees, at its 2012 commencement. This will be the second straight year that the number of degrees awarded in a given year has surpassed 1,000 and the largest graduating class in the university’s history — up from a record 990 in 2011. During the ceremony, the University of Mary awarded a total of 482 undergraduate and 594 master’s degrees. This year, for the first time, the Bachelor of Science in Respira...

  • Montana’s Unemployment Rate Decreases Again In April

    May 23, 2012

    Montana’s unemployment decreased slightly in April, reaching 6.1%. After remaining unchanged in March, Montana’s unemployment rate resumed its seven month decline. The national unemployment rate decreased to 8.1% for the month. “Over the past ten months, the number of people employed in Montana has continued to increase without interruption,” said Labor Commissioner Keith Kelly. “Although payroll employment growth remains slow, I am confident about Montana’s current, and future, economic situation.” For the month of April, seasonally-ad...

  • MSU Seeks Nominations For Outstanding Agricultural Leaders

    May 23, 2012

    Montana State University’s College of Agriculture is seeking nominations for outstanding agricultural leaders to honor during its 2012 Celebrate Agriculture event Oct. 26-27. The college has recognized outstanding agricultural leaders each fall during Agriculture Appreciation Weekend. The name was changed this year to better encapsulate the events planned, said Jeff Jacobsen, dean of the College of Agriculture and director of the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station. “The weekend is all about sharing ideas and generating rel...

  • Agricultural Scientists Encouraging Farmers To Consider Techniques That Can Increase Wheat Grain Protein

    May 23, 2012

    Agricultural scientists with Montana State University Extension are encouraging farmers to consider techniques that can increase wheat grain protein, which can be a financial boost to producers. In a recently published a bulletin entitled “Practices to Increase Wheat Grain Protein,” MSU Extension presents crop and fertilizer management practices that can increase grain protein without sacrificing yield. The bulletin came out of the Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences and was co-authored by Clain Jones, an Extension soil fer...

  • Fairview Cemetery Association Thank You

    May 23, 2012

    Thank you to all who made donations to the Fairview Cemetery for the improvements needed for the upkeep of the grounds. Because of your generosity, we were able to upgrade our pumps and install an underground sprinkler system last fall. The cemetery can now be watered more easily and completely, allowing the caretakers to keep the grounds looking beautiful. Thank you also to the Richland County Cemetery Board for the funding that helped with this project. Again, thank you all for your donations and for your continued support. For Memorial Day,...

  • Farmers: Protect Your Skin On ‘Don’t Fry Day’ & Every Day

    May 23, 2012

    Shirley Rolf noticed a spot above her eyebrow in 1996. “It was just after my father died of esophagus cancer. I found the spot above my eyebrow, and my mother urged me to go to the doctor,” says Rolf. The Miles City rancher grew up on a ranch, riding horses and doing ranch work, always without sunscreen or a hat. “I got it checked and it was skin cancer,” explains Rolf, a member of the Custer-Fallon County Farm Bureau. “I was referred to a doctor in Billings who did the surgery, and he said I had caught it early so it did no damage. Then I had...

  • Final Applications For NRCS Organic Initiative Due June 1

    May 23, 2012

    USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist Joyce Swartzendruber reminds potential applicants to contact their local NRCS office soon to apply for the agency’s Organic Initiative. Applications for the final ranking period of 2012 are due at NRCS offices by close of business on June 1, 2012. “Part of the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, the Organic Initiative offers a wide array of conservation practices specifically designed for organic production,” Swartzendruber said. “Practices will help the selecte...

  • Sherry Whited Arnold 1st Annual Softball Tournament

    May 23, 2012

    There will be a Sherry Whited Arnold first annual softball tournament on Saturday and Sunday, June 9 and 10. The tournament is open to all ages and there will be prizes given out all day. Proceeds will go to recreational equipment and continuing the tournament. Concessions will be available all day with a free will donation BBQ Saturday night. Registration deadline is Friday, June 1. Any questions or to register call Tammy Pedersen at 406-489-0451....

  • Eastern C Divisional Track Meet

    May 23, 2012

    The Eastern C Divisional Track Meet took place in Glasgow....