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NDRA rides into Watford
It’s been named one of the nation’s top 100 events and it’s happening right here in Watford City. McKenzie County residents are in for a special treat when the NDRA Championship Rodeo rides into Watford City on Sept. 10 and 11 with nightly performances at 7 p.m. at the McKenzie County Multi-Purpose Building.
Posted 9/08/10 (Wed)read more »
Medicare changes could hurt small rural hospitals
A new policy from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) could be disastrous for small hospitals and clinics like McKenzie County Healthcare Systems (MCHS) if the ruling can’t be overturned.
Posted 9/08/10 (Wed)read more »
Home schooling proves to be a good option for some parents
All parents of school-aged children know that back-to-school time can be a very busy and stressful time. But for some area students going back to school is a lot easier, especially when they don’t even have to leave home.
Posted 9/08/10 (Wed)read more »
Rains keep farmers from their fields
Recent rains have area farmers sidelined from their fields, but most are still optimistic for a good harvest. Most farmers throughout McKenzie County report being half finished with this year’s harvest before rain put a stop to things.
Posted 9/01/10 (Wed)read more »
Alexander to host 65th Annual Old Settlers’ Day celebration this weekend
As fall approaches, the time has come for the 65th Annual Old Settlers’ Day celebration in Alexander, a weekend of food, fun, family, reunions and of course, new memories.
Posted 9/01/10 (Wed)read more »
Schools open to more students
It may come as no surprise, but area schools have all reported an increase in enrollment.
Posted 9/01/10 (Wed)read more »
From building permits to crime, City sees activity skyrocketing
It’s no secret that the oil and construction industries are extremely busy in McKenzie County. But workers in those industries aren’t the only ones who are busy.
Posted 8/25/10 (Wed)read more »
County, Grazing Assoc. oppose plan to close roads on grasslands
As a result of a national mandate, the U.S. Forest Service Dakota Prairie Grasslands has developed a Travel Management Plan for the Little Missouri National Grasslands that will greatly decrease public access opportunities.
Posted 8/25/10 (Wed)read more »
Area investors hope to bring an end to Watford City’s housing shortage
Several businesses and private investors have chosen Watford City for their housing projects, with several housing projects underway in Watford City and its surrounding area.
Posted 8/18/10 (Wed)read more »
Looking for a good harvest
If you get up early enough, you can feel the chill of fall in the air. And if you haven’t noticed that, the combines in the fields are another indication that fall is just around the corner.
Posted 8/18/10 (Wed)read more »
