Fairview, Montana is in Richland County, directly on the North Dakota border, with its State Street separating the two states. The tradition is that the town was named by two people who were talking at the Old Log Store. One said that it was a fair view, the another said that it was a fair field, so they put the two names to a vote and Fairview won. Founded in 1906 by Lewis Newlon, the community was sparsely populated until the railroad came in 1912. Shortly afterward, a coal mine and power plant were established, bringing several new people, businesses, and industries to town, including a brick factory that made the bricks with which other factories were built. Situated on the border, East Fairview is in North Dakota. Fairview is situated at the confluence of the Yellowstone and Missouri rivers. Highways 200 and 201 come together in Fairview, with Dore, North Dakota to the north, and Ridgelawn and Sidney, Montana to the southwest.
Recommended Resources
The location, ownership and management of the airport in Fairview, Montana are posted, along with information about airport operations, communications, services, and operational statistics. An aerial photo and sectional chart are included.
http://www.airnav.com/airport/5U6
The programs of the public school district in Fairview, Montana are outlined, including a district calendar, school schedules, and a directory of faculty and staff. Its policies for parents and students are discussed, and announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.fschool.org/
The Fairview, Montana business offers sod and grass to Fairview and the surrounding regions. Delivery and installation services are available.
http://www.greenacressodfarmmt.com/
St. Catherine’s Catholic Church
Located on West 7th Street, in Fairview, Montana, the congregation serves a community on the border between Montana and North Dakota. A parish bulletin, calendar of events, contacts, and information about its religious education programs, sacraments, and other programs are included.
http://www.stcatherinesparish.com/
