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Farmers see big drop in yields
Usually farmers in western North Dakota are singing, dancing or even praying for rain. But this season many farmers seem to have changed their tune.
Posted 8/31/11 (Wed)read more »
Alexander to host 66th annual Old Settlers’ Day
Good times are in store for those who live in Alexander and its surrounding area as the community hosts its 66th annual Old Settlers’ Day celebration.
Posted 8/31/11 (Wed)read more »
TR Expressway to hold annual meeting in Watford
With thousands of oilfield-related trucks now traveling U.S. Highway 85 on a daily basis, the number one question on the minds of area residents is, “What improvements are in the works for this highway?”
Posted 8/24/11 (Wed)read more »
City Council says “No more” to man camps
There won’t be any more temporary work force housing units going up within the city of Watford City or within the one-mile Extraterritorial Zoning Area (ETA).
Posted 8/24/11 (Wed)read more »
School district braces for more students
Every dawn has its day. For a school system, that day is now, and the dawn is enrollment.
Posted 8/17/11 (Wed)read more »
Rib lovers devour 3,000 pounds of ribs in an hour
Just like that Ribfest has come and gone, but it will have people smiling every time they think about the fun they had.
Posted 8/17/11 (Wed)read more »
Overwhelmed and understaffed
During a time when the rest of the world is in an economic slump, western North Dakota is thriving in its own bubble.
Posted 8/17/11 (Wed)read more »
The boom is here to stay
If you made it out to the Bakken Rocks CookFest, then you enjoyed good food, a fun atmosphere, music, and information on the oil industry’s activities in the Bakken oil play in western North Dakota.
Posted 8/03/11 (Wed)read more »
New Alexander superintendent ready for school
All good things must come to an end, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t more good to come. After 35 years of dedication to the Alexander Public School, Murry Kline recently retired. To fill his place is Mike Klabo, a former administrator at Burke Central.
Posted 8/03/11 (Wed)read more »
City gets $12.3 million for infrastructure
Watford City will be able to expand its city water and sewer services to serve an ever-growing community thanks to a $12.3 million grant from the Board of University and School Lands (Land Board).
Posted 8/03/11 (Wed)read more »
County’s taxable sales post 74 percent gain in first quarter
Watford City’s and McKenzie County’s economic activity continues to be among the most healthy in the state thanks in a large part to a very robust energy industry.
Posted 7/27/11 (Wed)read more »
Lunch wagons fill need for a quick meal
Many would agree that the oil boom has changed the face of McKenzie County, as well as the faces of those who now call this area home.
Posted 7/27/11 (Wed)read more »
Road construction projects move forward
The saying, Patience is a virtue, is a good one to keep in mind when it comes to battling the constant road construction around Watford City.
Posted 7/27/11 (Wed)read more »
Daycare shortage hurting everyone
To say that businesses in Watford City need workers is an understatement.
Posted 7/20/11 (Wed)read more »
Larson brothers named county’s Emergency Responders of the Year
McKenzie County has more than its share of everyday heroes.
Posted 7/20/11 (Wed)read more »
Watford’s crime rate grows with more people
“What’s not going on here in the way of crime,” says Slade Herfindahl, Watford City Police chief. “From burglaries to civil and domestic disturbances to vehicle stops, we’re seeing it all. And the number of incidents is going through the roof.
Posted 7/20/11 (Wed)read more »
Fireworks, absent councilman heat up council meeting
Fireworks were definitely on the minds of Watford City council members during their July 5 meeting as the council, along with the city’s police chief and fire chief shared their thoughts on whether or not the city should consider banning fireworks in the future.
Posted 7/13/11 (Wed)read more »
Commissioners decide not to pursue zoning
Posted 7/13/11 (Wed)read more »
County Fair opens Thursday
It is time to enjoy some “Summer Days and Country Ways” as the McKenzie County Fair comes to Watford City July 14 - 16.
Posted 7/13/11 (Wed)read more »
