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The Montana Collegiate Tobacco Initiative (MCTPI) received the Through With Chew Policy Award at the recent National Smokeless and Spit Tobacco Summit held on the University of Montana campus, Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials have announced. The Through with Chew Policy award is presented to an individual or organization showing exceptional achievement in policy change specific to smokeless tobacco. The MCTPI, coordinated by The BACCHUS Network and sponsored by the DPHHS Tobacco Use Prevention Program, is a...
Results for Sidney High School and Sidney Middle School from the cross country meet on Saturday, September 14, that took place in Hardin, MT are as follows: Varsity Girls-3 miles Tess Ler- 26th - 22:38 Ashley Ray- 72nd - 30:27 Varsity Boys-3 miles Zach Sommerfeld-40th - 18:44 Skyler Tibbits-89th - 22:40 Jared Troudt-90th - 23:32 Middle School Girls 2 miles Sandra Goulette-106th - 19:11 Scottlynn Anglesey-113th - 19:46 Middle School Boys 2 miles Jacobe Croff-10th - 13:36 The course had changed from what was originally planned due to course condi...
Local businesswoman Hannah Whiteman and fellow representatives, Peggy Errecart, Bailee Yanok and Cherisa Ryan are hosting a free SHE event open to all area residents to help them transform their homes. Event attendees can win door prize giveaways, receive product discounts and more including the opportunity to: Meet Signature HomeStyles Founder Madolyn Johnson and be inspired by her success story Get great decorating tips for every day and the holidays Hear the success story of a Million-Dollar...
Gaffield’s Painting was born 1996 when Sidney area native Kathy Gaffield decided it was time to move from painting friends’ & families’ homes and obtain her contractors license. When Gaffield started painting as a hobby she found she had a knack for it. “I never thought I would do it professionally,” she stated. Now she has painted everything from bathrooms to kitchens and schools to courthouses. In 2006 Gaffield’s daughter, Kim Wenzel took an interest in painting as well. She started her...
No sounds of a highway at this home- just a few passers-by for an afternoon drive and some local residents driving down gravel County Road 345 between Crane and Savage. Brady and Nicki Reuter, along with their three girls, feel blessed to have just this kind of place to call home. Brady works for the family business in the oilfield, while Nicki is grateful to be a stay-at-home mom. Welcome to the Reuter home in the middle of many acres of grain and sugar beets-a calm retreat in the farmland....
In the big town of Crane, Montana, people travel the main street on winding roads, where they get to enjoy the cottonwood trees that overlook an older property with new residents, Shawn and T.J. Rost, formerly of Sidney. The Rosts purchased the Tanglen home (more recently the Craig Herberts) in 2009. The home came with one shop, an established garden with raspberries, chokecherries and plums, a grain bin and beautiful landscape, and the couple hopes to one day put all the pieces of the Tanglen...
Upon driving down 11th Avenue SW in Sidney, Dennis and Brenda Marker’s house looks like a typical ranch style home with a single car garage. However, this home is now anything but typical, thanks to the extensive planning by Dennis and Brenda and the expert remodeling work by H&R Construction. In the process of the remodeling project, the kitchen and dining rooms were expanded, a walk-in pantry and laundry room were added as well as an oversized, triple car garage and workshop that d...
(BPT) - We live in a constantly connected society - more than half of adults in the U.S. own smartphones (75 percent in a recent survey actually admit to taking them in the bathroom). It comes as no surprise that integrating technology into the bathing space is one of the hottest trends in products and interior design. Gone are the days of blasting the TV from an adjacent room to catch the weather forecast, or eating up precious counter space with a docking station for your mobile device. It’s never been easier or more affordable to make y...
(BPT) - The American family continues to evolve, with multiple generations living under the same roof in more households than any time since the Great Depression. Of America’s 76 million households, 5.6 percent (4.3 million) were multi-generational as of 2011, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Homeowners are finding it’s more important than ever to ensure every home improvement project delivers benefits for every member of the family - children, parents and grandparents. Whether your fam...
(BPT) - Driving during the cold winter months can have a hazardous effect on commuting motorists and their passengers. Even the most experienced drivers may find the simplest errand a tough feat, especially if their vehicles are not properly prepared for the challenging conditions winter often brings. Safety and preservation of your vehicle during the winter months should be a top priority. Start the season off right by winterizing your vehicle before taking to the road. Here are some helpful...
(BPT) - Summer storms are a reminder to make certain your roof is well-equipped to help provide protection from Mother Nature. Considering a roof replacement? Follow these tips for outstanding performance, increased curb appeal and enhanced comfort for your family. 1. Check the warning signs One of the best ways to stay in front of a roof replacement is to look for small annoyances that could eventually turn into big problems. Do a thorough investigation, but remember to practice ladder safety....
(BPT) - Nature is bringing a breath of freshness into home decorating, but it’s more than just incorporating flowering pots or opening windows. The latest home decorating trend features natural elements in the textures and finishes of furniture and accessories, giving homeowners an elegant - and often calming-- result of blending nature and home living into a beautiful space. “We really want to see the handprint of nature in our homes now,” says Elaine Griffin, New York interior designer and author of Design Rules. “Organic in the home is huge....
I received a few calls last spring and throughout the summer from homeowners wanting me to look at their trees. Occasionally there was an insect or disease that could be easily found and corrected. However, that was not always the case. Quite often, when looking at tree issues, it is imperative to look back to weather conditions the prior fall or winter and think about what conditions the plant had to suffer through. In an effort to help trees get through the winter without too many problems, here are some tips from Toby Day, our Extension...
If you are like me, you are looking forward to putting the mower and the weed-eater in the storage shed about now. While it does make the lawn look nice, it is not my favorite chore to do. Although it does rate higher than using the snow shovel, which is what will come out of the storage shed when the lawnmower goes in. While we are rapidly approaching the time to put the mower away, I would not go as far as to say that lawn care is finished for the year. There are still a few things that can be done to make sure that, in the spring of 2014,...
September 11 is a good day to remind Montanans that every household needs to be prepared for major emergencies. Disasters can strike quickly and often without warning. During National Preparedness Month, American Red Cross of Montana invites families to get ready for disasters by building a family emergency kit. “When we talk to people about building an emergency kit, they often tell us that they understand the importance of having a kit, but that they just haven’t gotten around to assembling one,” says Rod Kopp, CEO of Montana Red Cross...
Hunting season is a very exciting time for many Montanans, as well as out-of-state visitors who come to hunt in Montana. As you prepare for your hunting trip, make sure you have plenty of water to put your warming fire out completely. Vegetation is dry and wildland fires can still occur. Do your part to ensure you do not start a wildland fire. Before you head outdoors know the below items. 1. Are warming fires allowed in the area you are hunting? Visit www.firerestrictions.us to find out. 2. It is best to keep your fire small and manageable,...
The Northeastern Arts Network proudly presents the first performance of the season on Tuesday, September 17th with Montana Repertory Theatre’s production of Mark Twain’s Diaries of Adam and Eve. Montana Repertory Theatre brings to the stage Mark Twain’s humorous and touching account of the Creation Story, in an adaptation by Ron Fitzgerald. Directed by Andy Meyers, Artistic Director of the Fort Peck Summer Theatre, this three-person show stars Caitlin McRae, Jamie Parnell, and Ryan Luwe (who is also the company stage manager). Go behind the s...
Montana Governor Steve Bullock announced a $2.9 million loan to the City of Culbertson to make critical upgrades to its aging wastewater treatment plant. “This project is the perfect example of government working efficiently for Montanans to create good-paying jobs,” said Governor Bullock. “And we’re doing this all while encouraging responsible growth that protects our natural resources as we prepare Eastern Montana communities for further growth and development.” The $2.9 million State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan will finance replaceme...
If you love to sew garments or even quilts from wool then you may be interested in the The Montana Make It With Wool contest coming up soon! The contest’s objectives are: to promote the beauty and versatility of wool fabric and yarns, encourage personal creativity, recognize creative skills and develop life skills. Make plans now to enter this exciting contest. The District 5 contest will be held in Sidney MT on Sunday afternoon October 27. The contest is open to everyone living in District 5 and includes the categories: Pre-Teen – 12 and under...
Women who undergo routine mammograms at Sidney Health Center now have the latest screening and diagnostic technology available to them. Through a grant in the amount of $512,520 from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Center, Sidney Health Center was able to purchase a Selenia® Dimensions® breast tomosynthesis system that is made by Hologic. The Selenia Dimensions system offers exceptionally sharp breast images, an advanced ergonomic design providing more patient comfort, and the g...
