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|Jun 10, 2026
HELENA – Senator Wylie Galt, R-Martinsdale, has announced the suspension of his effort to put a constitutional initiative on the November ballot to cap local property tax increases to 2% per year per parcel. “Montanans gave us overwhelming support and enthusiasm during the signature gathering process, and I’m thankful for the efforts of all involved. Although our timeframe to collect signatures was extremely short, the enthusiasm we saw left me optimistic we were going to get it done,” Sen. Galt said. “After feedback from businesses, public of...
Britta Brenner|Jun 10, 2026
The Class A State Track and Field meet was held in Laurel on May 28-30. The Sidney Eagles had 24 members qualify for state, 12 girls and 12 boys. Six team members placed in their events with a standout performance by senior Morgan Kindopp in pole vault. This was Morgan’s third consecutive state title in pole vault. Morgan broke the All-Class State record by clearing 13’.25”. Her jump set a new Class A and All Class State record. She jumped 1’.25” higher than her competition. At the Eastern A Divisional Track meet in Helena the week before, M...
Ric Holden|Jun 10, 2026
Glendive - For the first time in Montana history, voters have directly weighed in on the issue of industrial wind energy through a ballot measure. During the June 2, 2026 primary election, residents of Dawson County by a vote of 61% prohibited structures exceeding 250 feet in height within the county. The measure was widely viewed as a response to proposed industrial wind energy developments, whose turbines commonly exceed that height. The ordinance establishes a countywide 250-foot height limit on structures, effectively preventing the...
Jun 10, 2026
LeVon (Swede) Priny Schlenz was born April 13, 1935, and passed away peacefully on Nov. 19, 2025, in San Juan Capistrano, CA surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 2 p.m. at the Peoples Congregational Church, Sidney, MT, with Pastor Sione Fungalie officiating. LeVon will be laid to rest in the Richland Memorial Park, Sidney, MT. Family and friends are warmly invited to stay afterward for a luncheon, fellowship, and the sharing of stories....
Montana FWP News|Jun 10, 2026
HELENA – The annual application period for FWP’s Wildlife Habitat Improvement Program (WHIP) opened May 18 and will close on June 19. WHIP is a state-funded grant program for projects that enhance, restore, improve or rehabilitate degraded wildlife habitats across Montana. Awarded grants can be structured to provide funding for up to five years. Total funding available for 2026 is approximately 1.8million.Basedonstakeholdersurveys,FWPexpectsaveragegrantapplicationstorangefrom1.8 million. Based on stakeholder surveys, FWP expects average grant applications to range from 1.8million.Basedonstakeholdersurveys,FWPexpectsaveragegrantapplicationstorangefrom50,000 to $500,000. Applications up to the max...
Lisa Gorder|Jun 3, 2026
The 4th of July in Sidney is shaping up to be one of the largest celebrations in eastern Montana, offering a full day of family fun, patriotic pride, and horse-power packed entertainment in Sidney. The celebration kicks off with the community parade at 1 p.m., bringing festive floats, community groups, and patriotic spirit through the streets of Sidney. Beginning at 2 p.m., families can head to the fairgrounds to enjoy free carnival rides and inflatables, a petting zoo, games, vendors, and the...
Terry Stacken|Jun 3, 2026
WATFORD CITY, ND — Runnings, Your Home, Farm and Outdoor Store, is a family-owned retailer headquartered in Marshall, MN, and plans to relocate its existing Watford City store to a new, larger location at 905 Main St. S. “Home of Economy—and now Runnings—has been part of Watford City’s retail landscape since 2015,” said Brian Odegaard, Runnings CEO/President. “We’re excited to continue serving Watford City and to expand our selection of products and brands to meet the growing demand from our customers, while providing a better shopping experi...
Britta Brenner|Jun 3, 2026
This year, the ARS-MSU Dryland Field Day will be taking place on Thursday, June 25 at the ARS and MSU research farms. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. at the ARS research farm with the first presentation starting at 9 a.m. There will be nine presentations given and one pesticide point available for participants. The day will conclude at the MSU research farm with a meal that is being provided courtesy of the Richland County Extension Office. Everyone is welcome to attend. The USDA Agricultural Research Service’s (ARS) and Montana State U...
Jun 3, 2026
The Rough Rider Center and Watford City Parks and Recreation are excited to welcome the community back for the annual Kick Off to Summer Weekend, taking place June 3-7. The multi-day celebration will feature live entertainment, baseball, family activities, food trucks, and community events designed to bring residents and visitors together for an unforgettable start to summer in western North Dakota. Wednesday, June 3: Walleye Alumni Game & Live Music The weekend kicks off with the Walleye vs. Alumni Baseball Game, bringing together former playe...
Katelyn Sponheim|Jun 3, 2026
More than 20 years ago, fourth generation Montanan and Lambert-native Gillette Vaira was a 10-year member of the Lambert Hi-Liters 4-H Club, which led her to opportunities to serve as a State 4-H Ambassador Officer and other roles throughout the state and nation. Now as a professional with almost two decades of experience in communication strategy and public engagement roles, she is taking over as the Montana 4-H Foundation's Director and Development Officer. She brings a depth of experience...
Rochelle Villa|Jun 3, 2026
WILLISTON ND -- American State Bank & Trust Company of Williston recently announced the awarding of several scholarships for the 2026-2027 school year that are administered annually through the bank’s Trust Department. ASB Vice President & Trust Department Manager Jeramy Hansen stated, “It is a privilege and an honor for us to be involved in the process and administration as trustees of scholarship programs for students primarily from Western North Dakota and Eastern Montana. Students in the area have such a great opportunity to receive sch...
Jun 3, 2026
Joan "JoAnn" Schmitt, 90, peacefully passed away on Monday, Nov. 24, 2025, in Hillsboro, OR, with family by her side. Memorial Services were Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 1 p.m. at the Fulkerson Stevenson Memorial Chapel, Sidney, MT, with Deacan Mitch officiating. A luncheon followed Memorial Services. Joan was laid to rest in the Newlon Cemetery, Sidney, MT. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home, Sidney, MT, is assisting family. Remembrances, condolences, and pictures may be shared with the family at...
Meagan Dotson|Jun 3, 2026
An exciting opportunity is coming to Sidney since Fresh Harvest purchased the former Nortana Grain property, April 16. Fresh Harvest will process red lentils, and will be the first in the country to produce atta, a flour made from durum wheat used in flatbreads such as naan. One of the first things that had to be determined was the quality of atta that could be obtained from durum wheat grown locally. A pilot was done last summer, and Montana’s excellent quality wheat ultimately created e...
Katelyn Sponheim|Jun 3, 2026
More than 20 years ago, fourth generation Montanan and Lambert-native Gillette Vaira was a 10-year member of the Lambert Hi-Liters 4-H Club, which led her to opportunities to serve as a State 4-H Ambassador Officer and other roles throughout the state and nation. Now as a professional with almost two decades of experience in communication strategy and public engagement roles, she is taking over as the Montana 4-H Foundation’s Director and Development Officer. She brings a depth of experience and intergenerational passion for 4-H that traces b...
Britta Brenner|Jun 3, 2026
This year, the ARS-MSU Dryland Field Day will be taking place on Thursday, June 25 at the ARS and MSU research farms. Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. at the ARS research farm with the first presentation starting at 9 a.m. There will be nine presentations given and one pesticide point available for participants. The day will conclude at the MSU research farm with a meal that is being provided courtesy of the Richland County Extension Office. Everyone is welcome to attend. The USDA Agricultural Research Service’s (ARS) and Montana State U...
Jun 3, 2026
LeVon (Swede) Priny Schlenz was born April 13, 1935, and passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, in San Juan Capistrano, CA surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 2:00 pm at the Peoples Congregational Church in Sidney, MT with Pastor Sione Fungalie officiating. LeVon will be laid to rest in the Richland Memorial Park in Sidney, MT. Family and friends are warmly invited to stay afterward for a luncheon, fellowship, and the sharing of stories....
Jun 3, 2026
Dorothy A Rogers, 91, peacefully passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at St Vincent's Hospital in Billings, MT surrounded by family. Memorial services will be Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00 am at the People's Congregational church in Sidney, Montana, with pastor Sione Fungalei officiating. A Luncheon will follow for a time of fellowship and sharing. Dorothy's service will be recorded and uploaded directly on her page once it is available. Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home of Sidney, MT is...
Jun 3, 2026
Charles M Stevenson, 95 peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Sidney Health Center in Sidney, MT surrounded by family. Funeral Services will be Friday, June 19, 2026, at 10:00 am at St. Matthew's Catholic Church in Sidney, MT with Father Jim Oneil officiating. A luncheon will follow services for a time of fellowship and sharing at Ned Shinnick Hall. Mike will be laid to rest in the Stevenson Family Cemetery. Military Honors will be presented by the American Legion Carl E...
Lisa Gorder|May 27, 2026
The Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture is leading a major effort to honor America's 250th anniversary through a lasting community project - the construction of the Veterans Memorial Pillars at Veterans Memorial Park, Sidney. The project received an important early boost when the Montana America 250 Committee awarded a $10,000 grant to the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture to help launch the Veterans Memorial Pillars initiative. The funding helped turn the vision of a...
May 27, 2026
A resolution declaring and defining Stage One Fire Restrictions has been implemented due to environmental and weather conditions for Richland County. The Richland County Commissioners passed Resolution No. 2026-10 on May 18 stating: Stage One Burn Restrictions Declared. Richland County is hereby declared to be in STAGE ONE restrictions for burning. Geographic Applications. The declaration of Stage One fire restrictions herein applies to all public and private land not under the jurisdiction of an incorporated municipality, a Montana state...
May 27, 2026
The Rough Rider Center and Watford City Parks and Recreation are excited to welcome the community back for the annual Kick Off to Summer Weekend, taking place June 3-7. The multi-day celebration will feature live entertainment, baseball, family activities, food trucks, and community events designed to bring residents and visitors together for an unforgettable start to summer in western North Dakota. Wednesday, June 3: Walleye Alumni Game & Live Music The weekend kicks off with the Walleye vs. Alumni Baseball Game, bringing together former playe...
Nikki Bailey-Will|May 27, 2026
Congratulations to the following winners of the MonDak 250 Written Word Contest at the MonDak Heritage Center: In the adult category: 1st Place: Kristin Norgaard with her poem “More Than A Town”, 2nd Place: Vickie Dore with her poem, “My Home, My Heritage in the MonDak Area”, 3rd Place: Mayra Lopez with her essay, “What The MonDak Means To Me”, and 4th Place: Natalie Browne Conlin, with her poem, “The Prairie Wind”. In the youth category: 1st Place: Evie Karren (Fairview 12th Grade) with the poem, “The MonDak To Me”, 2nd Place: Kirsten Kraf...
Meagan Dotson|May 27, 2026
The Sidney City Council meeting, Monday, May 18, had several points of interest, from upcoming community plans and surveys, to updated job descriptions. The Local Government Review Board (LGRB) is winding down, and the public is encouraged to come to their meetings Thursday, May 28 and June 18 to give their opinions and ask questions regarding whether or not the LGRB should give recommendation in their report on potentially having a hybrid system for electing city council members. The current...
Meagan Dotson|May 27, 2026
Josh Pollari, Sidney High School 2026/2027 senior, has been accepted into the state-wide MedStart Camp. This grant-based program is offered through the Eastern Montana Area Health Education Center (AHEC) housed at RiverStone Health, Billings. The five-day program arranges for students to job-shadow in different medical fields such as nursing, phlebotomy, physical/occupational therapies, public health, dental and more, through partnerships with local hospitals. "We are looking for students who...
May 27, 2026
The MonDak Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited and Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks held their annual Kids Fishing Day at Gartside Reservoir near Sidney on May 19. The event is held for area sixth graders and teaches student about various fish species, water safety hypothermia and proper casting....
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