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Company looking to build solar farm near Fairview, Montana
FAIRVIEW, Mont. (KUMV) - A solar energy project could soon be coming to northeast Montana. Stellar Renewable Power is looking to develop a 74.5-megawatt solar generating facility in Richland County. The infrastructure would be built 2.5 miles west of Fairview along State Highway 201. The facility would generate up to...
Solar farm proposed for Richland County
FAIRVIEW, Mont. — The construction of a 74.5-megawatt solar energy generating facility west of Fairview has been announced. Residents were notified of the proposed project through a letter, dated June 13, 2024, which informed them of the Fairview I Solar Project.
Booking log
The following individuals were recently booked into the Richland County Jail. Madison Joy Johnson, 22, was arrested on June 23, 2024, by the Sidney Police Department and was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs–first offense. Johnson was released the following day.
Reuter, Thompson named Richland County Athletes of the Year
SIDNEY — Savage speedster Brooke Reuter and Fairview powerhouse Landen Thompson are Richland County’s 2024 Female and Male Athlete of the Year. Reuter, a three-sport athlete and five-time state sprint champion, will continue her career as a student-athlete competing for the Montana State University Bobcat track and field team. Reuter claimed three state titles as a sprinter in the 100 and two state titles in the 200. She is also a state placer in the 400 and long jump. Reuter earned All-State recognition in volleyball for Savage. She earned second team All-Conference honors in basketball and was also named to the second team all-defensive squad.
Miss Montana Outstanding Teen Contestant McPherson Presents Her Platform At Kiwanis
Miss Montana Outstanding Teen contestant Emma McPherson presented to the Sidney Kiwanis Club on Thursday, June 20, sharing her platform, "Find Your Voice - Autism Spectrum Disorder". The daughter of Adam and KaCee McPherson, Savage, Emma is representing Richland County in the Miss Montana Outstanding Teen pageant on July 13...
Stripe Rust Reported in the Area
Stripe rust has been observed in winter wheat at the Eastern Agricultural Research Center here in Sidney. The cooler weather and moisture recently have been ideal conditions for the disease. This article will review some information on stripe rust disease and management options at this point in the growing season.
Reds Beat Richland County, Fall in Laurel
The Glasgow Reds baseball team beat the Richland County Patriots 4-1 and 6-5 at home June 21 before dropping a doubleheader in Laurel to the Dodgers by 11-1 and 14-2 margins. The Reds hold a 5-12 record on the season now. In game one at home against Richland County, the...
Public Meeting July 11 Fairview 1 Solar Project
Project Description: Located in Richland County, Montana, west of the Town of Fairview, Stellar Renewable Power (Stellar) is advancing a 74.5-MW solar project, complemented by a 25-MW, 4-hour battery storage initiative. Noteworthy for being among the few solar projects in Montana, this endeavor is strategically situated for interconnection at the MDU/WAPA’s Fairview West 115 kV substation, offering the flexibility for Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) interconnections. The point of interconnection is just across MT Highway 201 from the site and will constitute the entirety of the generation tie line right of way or crossing agreement. The project will repurpose around 700 acres of grazing land within a total area of 1,100 acres, demonstrating Stellar’s commitment to sustainable development. Stellar is dedicated to not only constructing but also owning and operating this asset, seeking a partnership with an off taker to supply clean energy to the local area and region. Fairview I is anticipated to generate approximately 350,000 MWh annually over its estimated 35-year lifespan and will be a vital source of clean energy, powering numerous homes and businesses in the region.
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