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While many younger adults might not be overly attracted to politics, Sidney's Morgan Thiel appears to be an exception to that rule. "It's definitely important," Thiel said of those holding political office. "If you're not participating, it's running your life without your input." Thiel, a 2013 Sidney High School graduate, is the lone filed candidate for the House District 30 representative seat. The Republican is the project coordinator at Thiel Brothers Roofing, Sidney, and she started...
The Montana Supreme Court has ruled that Kyle Lee Severson should be granted a new trial. Severson, Sidney, was convicted of mitigated deliberate homicide in the 2019 shooting of Tyler Hayden and sentenced to 40 years in prison. The Montana Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday, April 9, that, "the cumulative effect of the errors of this case leaves us convinced that Severson is entitled to a new trial. Accordingly, we reverse Severson's conviction and remand to the District Court for further proceedin...
The Richland County Boys & Girls Club’s Ford Transit van is about to get some top-notch new tires, and a group of elementary-school students will get to learn about tire installation in a live demo associated wit≠h the tire gift. Les Schwab Tires is donating the tires as part of its Tires for Purpose program. While the team installs the tires, store manager AJ Mcgarvey will lead a learning session for 10-20 kids in grades 4-6, who will watch from the store’s showroom. The session is part of the club’s career-readiness program, which offers...
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Faith Alliance Church, Sidney, with Pastor Paul Turek officiating. Dwight was laid to rest in the Lambert Cemetery, Lambert. A luncheon followed services at the Fox Lake Center, Lambert, for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation was Friday, April 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, assisted the family. Remembrances,...
Twins Aspen and Piper Geer are a dynamite duo, reading 1,000 books together! Animal books are beloved by both girls, and favorites include "Doggo and Pupper" and "Owl Diaries". Reading is a central activity in their home, and they make weekly visits to the library to find new books. They spend their days painting, playing outdoors, and using their imaginations to invent new games. When they grow up, Aspen wants to be a cowboy and take care of animals while Piper wants to paint pictures and hang...
McKenzie County Emergency Management is here for you in the event of an emergency or disaster. Emergency manager Karolin Jappe has been on the job for 10 years now working with other agencies in the county and its neighbors, responding to emergencies and disasters, but also training others to be prepared. If needed, Jappe can also call on her neighboring counties for help as well as the state DES for assistance if the disaster becomes quite large and she needs more resources than are available. So far, she has only had to call out resources fro...
Brandon Roth, director of emergency management for Richland County, is dedicated to making the area as safe as possible for area citizens. That commitment includes improvements through new projects. “We’re on a constant rotation of projects,” Roth said. “We’re looking at something new every day.” He noted the drone project that was started a couple years ago has been very beneficial for public safety. The drones can be used for fire response, search and rescue efforts and fire searches of...
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The Richland County Health Department Injury Prevention and DUI Task Force is sponsoring a Youth Bike Rodeo on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Event Center-west end, Richland County Fairgrounds. Children are invited to help tune up a bike, pick out a helmet and take both home. Bike donations for the event are being accepted now at the City Shop, 1101 3rd St. N.E., Sidney, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and April 29 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Fairgrounds’ Commercial Building. Please use the Fair Office e...
Events In Williston Thurs., April 18-Sat., April 20 7 p.m. nightly - 2024 Wild West Days - April 18: Badlands Professional Bullriders; April 19: PRCA Xtreme Bulls; Kids’ Night; April 20: PRCA Xtreme Bulls - Military Night. Tickets nightly: Adults: $25; Kids: $15; Friday Night Kids 12 & under free. Raymond Family Event Center, 1002 11th St W. Sat., April 20 5 p.m. - 5th Annual Leather & Lace Gala - Ladies formal dress, guys biker attire, music by XXL Entertainment, $100 per couple, $75 single ticket, 21+ only. Social hour 5 p.m.; dinner 6 p...
Tickets are on sale now for the 1st Annual Monster Trux Event at the Richland County Fairgrounds in Sidney. This May 25, celebrate with entertainment from Monster Trux and Flashback Pro Wrestling, presented by Hurley's Oilfield Services. The 1st annual event will offer several options for attendees to enjoy the event from. The Monster Trux show will start at 2 p.m., running until roughly 4 p.m. There will be the option of general admission, reserved, and VIP tickets. General admission will be...
Funeral Services will be Saturday, April 13, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at the Faith Alliance Church in Sidney, MT with Pastor Paul Turek officiating. Dwight will be laid to rest in the Lambert Cemetery in Lambert, MT. A luncheon will follow services at the Fox Lake Center in Lambert, MT for a time of fellowship and sharing. Visitation will be Friday, April 12, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel in Sidney, MT. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT...
Our daily life is full of things that are powered by connections; our cell phone, internet, tablet, the list goes on and on; but what about the things that really matter? What powers your mind and body? Your social connections and meaningful relationships have a profound impact on your health and well-being. Sometimes we need to disconnect from our devices to connect with the ones that are really important. That is the theme for this year's Older American's Month and the Richland County...
Mike Newton, a Glendive Republican, is running to fill the vacancy that will be left when Steve Hinebauch's terms is out. After redistricting, SD17 covers Richland County south of Highway 200, Dawson County, Wibaux County, Fallon County, Carter County, Powder River County, Prairie County, McCone County and a portion of Custer County. Newton said it takes in 15% of the counties in Montana. The area is huge but the population of the district is approximately 30,000. Newton grew up farming and...
Reynolds Market, Sidney, and its customers raised an impressive $6,000 through the Feeding the Hungry donation drive held Jan. 17-31! The funds raised through this drive were divided equally among three organizations in Richland County. Members accepting a donation of $2,000 each are, (L to R): Leann Pelvit, Candy Markwald and Jared Troudt, Richland County Food Bank; Madison Miller, Boys & Girls Clubs of the MonDak Richland Unit; and Heather Nevins and Rita Jacobson, Richland County Chronic...
BOARD MEETING: Monday – April 15, 2024 – 5:00 PM – Rau School Library I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Consent Agenda a. Disposition of Minutes b. Claims & Payroll Warrants c. Staff Leave d. Voided Checks e. Stockman Bank of MT – Bank Statement IV. Guest (s) a. Ryan Karren & Cless Karren – KT Inc V. Personnel a. New Hire i. Supervising Teacher b. Terminations VI. Correspondence VII. Public Comment VIII. Supervising Teacher Report IX. Richland County Superintendent of Schools Report a. Integrated Strategic Action Plan b. School Cal...
Montana State University has released their 2023 Montana Spring Wheat Performance Evaluations. These trials are based on wheat variety performance in multiple locations across the state through multiple years. This performance summary compares agronomic characteristics of spring wheat varieties evaluated by Montana Agricultural Experiment Stations and other varieties commonly grown in the state. The trials take place in 11 locations across the state and region, which locally include Sidney (irrigated and dryland) and just across the border in...
Great Northern Development Corporation (GNDC) and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) are excited to announce the finalists of the 3rd Minnow Tank Business Plan Competition. This transformative initiative is set to unfold across the seven-county region of Northeastern Montana, including Valley, Garfield, McCone, Richland, Roosevelt, Sheridan, and Daniels. The vision is to strengthen and support the existing businesses that form the backbone of local communities. With the completion of our first phase, we would like to congratulate and...
Stockman Bank, a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is pleased to announce that 11 Montana organizations were chosen to receive Competitive Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grants totaling $920,000 to help Montana families find a safe and affordable place to call home. The grants were made possible through FHLB De Moines’ Member Impact Fund. Through the Fund, money donated by Stockman Bank was matched by FHLB Des Moines, up to $3 for every dollar provided, resulting in the following grants: Blackfeet H...
Dawson County Events Events in Glendive unless otherwise listed. MT. Fri., April 5 6:30-11 p.m. - Designer Purse Bingo Eastside Elite Baseball & Softball Fundraiser - Designer Purse Bingo tickets $50 for $10 games; silent auction. Games start at 7:30 p.m. Moose Lodge, 415 N. Merrill Ave. Fri., April 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sat., April 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Glendive Chamber of Commerce Spring Fling - Art, crafts, vendors, free admission. EPEC, 313 S. Merrill Ave. For more info contact Barb, 406-377-3602. Wed., April 17 4-7 p.m. - Our Savior Lutheran...
Montana State University has released their 2023 Montana Spring Wheat Performance Evaluations. These trials are based on wheat variety performance in multiple locations across the state through multiple years. This performance summary compares agronomic characteristics of spring wheat varieties evaluated by Montana Agricultural Experiment Stations and other varieties commonly grown in the state. The trials take place in 11 locations across the state and region, which locally include Sidney (irrigated and dryland) and just across the border in...
A Facebook post by Nick Weeks, Williston, ND, which was shared to multiple groups on Wednesday, March 20 showing a worm on his shirt and a burger from Burger King in Sidney, resulted in the temporary closure and thorough inspection of the restaurant. Co-owner of Burger King, Jen Dirk, said that immediately upon hearing about the post, she called the Richland County Health Department and told her staff to pull everything they were using and keep it, pending an inspection. Dirk said she has been...
A Memorial Service was held Monday March 18, 2024 at 10:30 A.M. at Pella Lutheran Church, Sidney, MT, with Pastor Barb Haugerud officiating. A luncheon followed the service for a time of fellowship and sharing. Steve's ashes will be scattered on the farm in a private family ceremony. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the Boys and Girls Club or Pella Lutheran Church in Steve's name. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting the family. Remembrances,...
Avery Hermanson achieved a huge milestone by reading 1,000 books! Avery is an enthusiastic reader and reads five books each night but would happily read more. Her favorites include Fancy Nancy, Taylor Swift, and Disney Princesses. She looks forward to her weekly library visits with mom and grandma, and loves participating in Storytime at the park. Avery enjoys swimming, playing with her dolls, and all things unicorn. When she grows up, Avery wants to be a nurse, firefighter, and veterinarian....
For children ages 0-5 only there will be an Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, March 29, 10:15 a.m., at Sidney-Richland County Library, 121 3rd Ave. NW. The Children will hunt in small groups and be guaranteed eggs. The Sidney Elks Lodge No. 1782 has rescheduled their Easter Egg Hunt to Friday, March 29 at 11 a.m. sharp at Veterans Memorial Park, 501 S. Central Ave. There will be an Easter Egg Hunt at the Good Shepherd Home, 709 4th Ave. NE, Watford City, ND, on Saturday, March 30 from 10 a.m.-noon....
