Articles from the October 10, 2018 edition


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  • Bid Awarded for Intake Project

    Oct 10, 2018

    The U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers announced on its website that the contract to build the new fish bypass and concrete weir at Intake has been awarded to Ames Construction headquartered in Minnesota for just under $35 million. No start date has been determined for the project. Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project will begin a major project this fall to rebuild a giant lateral delivery canal which was damaged by erosion from the Missouri River. The project near Dore involves reconstructing the 4800’ canal about 1000 feet south of the existing o...

  • The Promiseland Project Makes Its First Stop In Watford City, ND And We Want You To Join Us

    Oct 10, 2018

    Watford City, ND - The Promiseland Project was launched at this year’s SXSW in Austin, TX with the goal of visiting all 50 states to encourage us all to better get to know one another and “walk a mile in each other’s shoes.” Founder Roy Spence was joined on stage by Matthew McConaughey who threw a dart to determine the first stop on our journey. It landed on Watford City, and we’re excited to bring America’s Front Porch to North Dakota as our inaugural destination. On Sunday, October 14 from 3-6:30 p.m., we’re inviting McKenzie County area neig...

  • Annie's Project To Be Held in Watford City

    Marcia Hellandsaas|Oct 10, 2018

    Annie’s Project – a program developed to empower farm and ranch women to be better business partners, will be held on the first three Fridays in November—2, 9, 16—in Watford City. The purpose of the program is to help agricultural women gain the understanding and knowledge necessary to be active and involved farm and ranch partners. In addition, Annie’s Project will help women find new ways to balance demands of family, community and professionalism within the agricultural community. Sessions...

  • The SHS Drama Club Presents Clue

    Jonathan Lynn|Oct 10, 2018

    It’s a dark stormy night, and you’ve been invited to a very unusual dinner party. Each of the guests has an alias, the butler offers a variety of weapons, and the host is, well....dead. So whodunnit? Based on the cult classic film and popular board game, Clue is a madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist. This presentation is for all ages. Come and enjoy the Sidney High School Drama Club’s presentation of Clue. This occurs Friday, Oct. 12 and Saturday, Oct. 13 starting at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 14 starting at 2 p.m....

  • Kiwanis Fruit is Here!

    Oct 10, 2018

    Kiwanis fruit is here and may be picked at Johnson Hardware’s warehouse on 3rd Ave. N.E., Sidney Saturday, October 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or Sunday, October 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Anyone not able to pick up their fruit at that time is asked to stop by Johnson Hardware and Furniture as soon as possible to get their fruit....

  • Long X Arts Foundation Kicks Off Concert Series With A Diverse Lineup Of Entertainment

    Oct 10, 2018

    The Long X Arts Foundation Watford City Area Concert Series is excited to announce the lineup for the 2018/2019 Concert Series, the first series for the newly formed organization that is committed to providing high quality entertainment at an affordable rate for members of the community. The 2018/2019 Watford City Area Concert Series kicks off as support to the third annual Comedy Café event featuring Las Vegas Headliner and TV Personality, Jeff Civillico and nationally acclaimed comedian Bob St...

  • Historian, Actor, Broadcaster Arch Ellwein Passes Away

    Dianne Swanson|Oct 10, 2018

    The Voice of the Eagles and Teddy Roosevelt is silent. Arch Ellwein passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2018 after a lifetime of acting, teaching and broadcasting. Arch started his career with KGCX, then did play by play of football, basketball, volleyball games and wrestling meets for Power 95 beginning in 1995. J.R. Greeley, marketing manager for Cherry Creek Media, said Arch was a real cheerleader for the Eagles and could make any sport an exciting event with his captivating, old-school style. He...

  • Michelle (Shellie) Lange, 70 Sidney, MT

    Oct 10, 2018

    A Celebration of Life for Michelle (Shellie) Lange, 70, will be held Thursday, October 11 at 10 a.m. at Pella Lutheran Church in Sidney, MT, with Pastor Audrey Rydbom officiating. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney is entrusted with the arrangements. Remembrances, condolences and pictures may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Shellie passed away at Sidney Extended Care with her loving family at her side, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Shellie was...

  • Archer "Arch" Ellwein, 62 Sidney, MT

    Oct 10, 2018

    Funeral service for Archer "Arch" Ellwein, 62, of Sidney, MT was held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, October 9 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Mark Nicolaus officiating. Interment was held at Pioneer Cemetery in Sidney, MT. Visitation was from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday, October 8 at Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home in Sidney, MT with the family service at 6 p.m. Remembrances, pictures and condolences may be shared with the family at www.fulkersons.com. Fulkerson-Stevenson Funeral Home has been...

  • Active Parenting 4th Edition Classes Available

    Oct 10, 2018

    Sidney, MT–MSU Extension Richland County and District II Alcohol and Drug Program are offering Active Parenting Classes. The school years of your child’s life can present many different changes and challenges, for you as a parent and your child. Active Parenting is a program created by Dr. Michael Popkin who is a parenting expert. The Active Parenting 4th Edition program is a six-session class designed to help parents learn about a variety of items such as teaching responsibility, encouraging school success, how to defuse power struggles, and...

  • Free Bulk Mail Seminar, Watford City

    Oct 10, 2018

    The USPS (United States Postal Service) will be holding a FREE Bulk Mail Seminar in Watford City, ND on Wednesday, October 17 at 2 p.m. at the Rough Rider Center and on Thursday, October 18 at 10 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce. Anyone who is interested in learning more about bulk mail rates, preparation, qualifications or just information is invited to attend this FREE seminar. For more information contact Tracey Harter, Customer Relations Coordinator at 701-221-6535...

  • Battle at the Net

    Oct 10, 2018

    Watford City's Tia McGorman wins the battle at the net in Thursday's match against Turtle Mountain. The Wolves defeated the Braves 25-11, 25-18 and 25-10. (Photo by Kathy Taylor)...

  • 4th Annual Bootlegger's Ball Oct. 20

    Oct 10, 2018

    The Sidney Elks Lodge BPOE No. 1782, is excited to announce the 4th annual Bootlegger’s Ball “Havana Nights” to be held at the Elks Club October 20, 2018, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight. This event will feature spirit tasting from some of Montana’s finest distilleries, including Dry Hills Distillery, Bozeman; Willie’s Distillery, Ennis; Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and Head Frame Spirits, Butte, and Wildrye Distilling, also from Bozeman. The spirit sampling will be from 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. In addition to the samples, the Elks will be mix...

  • Keith Steinbeisser Memorial Livestock Judging

    Oct 10, 2018

    The Keith Steinbeisser Memorial Livestock Judging competition was held at Dynneson Feedlot on Oct. 7....

  • Boys & Girls Club of Richland County Announces Merger With Dawson County Club

    Oct 10, 2018

    In January 2019, the Boys & Girls Club of Richland County will merge with the Boys & Girls Club of Dawson County, creating the Boys & Girls Club of the MonDak Region with Elaine Stedman as CEO. This follows a nationwide goal of the national organization to strengthen clubs through mergers, rather than create new ones. Brandy Elizaldi will be the unit director in Glendive. The mission of Boys & Girls Club of Richland County has always been to serve more kids more often. The ability to do just that has increased dramatically with this merger....

  • Red Cross Blood Drive In Sidney

    Oct 10, 2018

    A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held on Tuesday, October 23, from 12:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Parish Center, 310 7th St. SE, Sidney. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are strongly recommended. To make an appointment, call Red Cross at 406-403-0956 or visit redcrossblood.org....

  • The MDHC to Hold WAVA Art Show Reception

    Oct 10, 2018

    The MonDak Heritage Center announces the Williston Area Visual Artists Art Show Reception on Friday, October 12 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave SE, Sidney, MT. Meet some of the artists, see their work, and enjoy drinks and refreshments! This year’s WAVA Art Show features artwork in several different mediums and many pieces from seasonal club challenges. Admission is FREE. For more information call 406-433-3500 or e-mail [email protected]....

  • Sidney Kiwanis Holds Annual Installation of Officers

    Oct 10, 2018

    Kiwanis held its installation of officers Thursday, October 4. Pictured L to R are directors Jamie Larson, Leslie Messer, Elaine Stedman, Jessie Redfield, Leif Anderson, Gary Schoepp and Bill Vander Weele. Front row, L to R, are District 5 Lieutenant governor Cheryl Moran, 2nd vice president Keith Bostrom, 1st vice president Brian McGinnis and president Bryce Baker. Not pictured is secretary – treasurer Tami Christensen....

  • Snell Award Presented to Family of Teresa Livers

    Oct 10, 2018

    District 5 lieutenant governor Cheryl Moran, right, presents the Snell award to Collin and Stephanie Livers in honor of Teresa Livers who gave so much to Kiwanis and to the entire community....

  • Lambert Homecoming Royalty

    Oct 10, 2018

    Lambert held their Homecoming on Sept. 28. The R/L Fusion beat the Froid/Med. Lake Red Hawks 55-12 in the Homecoming football game. Pictured are front (L-R) Jacalyn Wright (Queen), Leman Hanifayeva, Kat Hill, Liz Hill. Back (L-R) Tyler Thiessen, Paxton Ferguson, Casey Cayer, Garrett Cayer, Seth Prevost (King). (Photo submitted)...

  • Upcoming Programs Presented At Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center

    Oct 10, 2018

    WILLISTON, N.D. The public is invited to these upcoming events at the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center (MYCIC) near Williston. All events are free and open to the public. All times are Central Time. Oct. 18: Confluence History Book Club, 7 p.m. Join history buffs in a discussion of this month’s selected book, “West Like Lightening” by Jim DeFelice, recounting the legendary ride of the pony express. Free refreshments. Oct. 20: 14th Annual Cemetery Walk at Fort Buford, 6:30 p.m. with the last tour beginning at 8:30 p.m. Hear...

  • Extension Master Gardener Program Accepting Applicants

    NDSU Ag Communication|Oct 10, 2018

    If you love gardening and sharing your knowledge with others, you are encouraged to enroll in the Master Gardener course offered in McKenzie County through an online program with North Dakota State University Extension. Application deadline is October 29. The NDSU Extension Master Gardener Program is a volunteer service organization that beautifies communities, educates the public about gardening, works with youth and encourages conservation of natural resources. This year’s Master Gardener online training program will run for 10 weeks b...