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WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NEWS & UPDATES
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Dear
Williston Wire Readers,
Williston Economic Development is excited to release its second podcast this week! The Williston Works podcast series helps potential investors, developers and job seekers learn about the opportunities in the Williston Basin! This week the podcast features Katie Kringen, owner of Chatter Pediatric. We encourage you to listen to her interesting success story! https://youtu.be/n-Aalsndnz0?list=PLAp7jcyYMzsbwZRJanWD1ZcHLD-Ia52Md
Shawn, Ann, Barb and Brenda
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United Airlines to add New Flight between Williston and Denver Jan. 7
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United Airlines to offer another roundtrip flight between Denver in Williston on Jan. 7, 2019. |
Williston Economic Development - United Airlines has announced it will add another flight between Williston and Denver beginning Jan. 7, 2019. The airline's fourth flight will arrive in Williston at 10:50 a.m. and depart for Denver at 12:15 p.m. Williston Airport Director Anthony Dudas said the new flight will increase opportunities and provide more flexibility for air travelers. "Travelers will have more options for getting to and from Williston connecting through Denver" said Dudas. Read More |
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Williston Works Podcast Series releases Episode 2
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Katie Kringen is interviewed by Shawn Wenko during the taping of today's podcast. The production was done by The Creative Treatment in Bismarck.
Williston Economic Development - Williston Economic Development has released the second episode of its Williston Works Podcast series. The 10-minute segment features WED Executive Director Shawn Wenko with Katie Kringen, a successful entrepreneur in Williston who owns Chatter Pediatric Therapy. Tune into the podcast and learn about Katie's interesting start in Williston and how she has grown her business in a short time. Watch it here on YouTube
https://youtu.be/n-Aalsndnz0
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Multifamily Housing nears Capacity in Williston
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Williston Herald - Vacancy rates went up quite a bit during the downturn, stoking fears that the multifamily sector had overbuilt for the long-term need in the Williston region. However, with crude oil prices in the $60 range, Williston apartments have filled up fast. "Lots of people have gotten hired," said Mike Elliot, founder and managing principal of Energy Real Estate Solutions. "We manage about 4,000 multifamily units in the (Bakken) market, and I think our average for our portfolio is 92 percent occupancy. A year ago, or even two, you were definitely in double digits as far as vacancies go, and some (multifamily) had really big vacancies."
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Williston Job Fair attracts Big Crowd
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Williston Herald - Two hundred job seekers crowded into Raymond Family Community Center's lobby for the opening bell of the fall edition of Williston Job Fair. Within a mere hour, another 200 had showed up to make the rounds of 70-some odd employers, and more than 1,000 openings, according to the last jobs report. As many as 600 job seekers in all were expected to show up for this year's fall job fair. Read More |
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Williston School Enrollments continue to climb at Districts 1 and 8
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Williston Herald - School is well underway throughout Williams County and enrollment in the county's two largest districts are up from last year.
The total enrollment for Williston Public School District No. 1 is 4,361, up from around 4,100 at the end of last school year. The largest grade is first grade, with nearly 370 students, according to district superintendent Jeffrey Thake. In Williams County Public School District No. 8, enrollment is at 665. District 8 has no high school, so only serves kindergarten through eighth grade. Read More
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Klug to receive MSU Golden Award Sept. 20
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Williston Mayor Howard Klug will receive the prestigious Golden Award during MSU Homecoming Week Sept. 17-22 in Minot. |
News Release - The Minot State University Alumni Association will honor four individuals with the Golden Award and one with the Young Alumni Achievement Award at the 51st Anniversary Dinner. Jay Altringer ('75), Don Hummel ('75), Howard Klug ('80), and Chuck Kramer ('76) have been chosen for the Golden Award, while Tawnya Bernsdorf ('04/'08) will receive the Young Alumni Achievement Award at a dinner planned for Thursday, Sept. 20 starting at 6 p.m. at the Student Center Conference Center. Tickets for the event are on sale and can be reserved by contacting the MSU Alumni Office at 701-858-3234. Cost of the event is $30 per person. Read More |
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Williston Dog Jog Sept. 15 at Spring Lake Park
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News Release - The 20th Annual Dog Job will be held
Saturday, Sept. 15 at Spring Lake Park. Prizes will be awarded to the adults and youth who collect the most pledges. Donations will help fund vet expenses and much more! Registration will begin at 10 a.m. followed by the walk at 11 a.m. and BBQ at 11:30 a.m. There will also be a vender and craft show, jump n fun inflatables, face painting and pet costume contest!
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Two New Veterinarians Join Watford City Clinic
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McKenzie County Farmer - As of Aug. 1, the Watford City Veterinary Center welcomed Drs. Desirae Castillo and Victoria Martin to the clinic's practice. Both veterinarians share a mutual love of animals. While Castillo likes working with livestock, Martin is more of a cat fanatic.
For the full story, subscribe to the McKenzie County Farmer
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Sidney Mercantile features Art, Crafts created by Local Artisans
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Chris Entzel has opened the Sidney Mercantile located inside the Yellowstone Marketplace in Sidney. Roundup photo |
Roundup - Owner Chris Entzel is providing an outlet for all the talented people in eastern Montana to display their wares with the opening of Sidney Mercantile in the Yellowstone Marketplace, downtown Sidney. Entzel said she has always wanted to open a store featuring all the talent in Eastern Montana. "There's so much here!" she exclaimed. Read More |
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Upcoming Williston Events
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09/20 ------ Heritage Ag Appreciation Luncheon
The community is invited to a complimentary BBQ chicken dinner to pay tribute to those involved in the agricultural industry. The luncheon will be served from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the former Hedderich's lot in Downtown Williston.
09/20 ------ Art & Wine Walk
The bi-annual Art & Wine Walk will be held from 5-8 p.m. in Downtown Williston. The event will begin at the James Memorial Arts Center. Tickets are available at Castle Framing and Cooks on Main. Must be 21 to participate.
09/29 ------ Clean Up Williston
Help clean up Williston from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Supplies and refreshments will be available at Davidson Park. There will also be roll-offs for used tires (four maximum), metals and other materials. Help keep Williston clean and pick up up trash in your neighborhood, business, boulevards and parks.
10/03 ------ 1 Million Cups Williston
The owners of startups will share their business strategies at 8:30 a.m. at the Teton Lounge on the Williston State College campus.
10/04 ------ Women in Leadership Expo
The expo will be held from 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. at TrainND. $59 per person. Limited Seating Available! Register at
Williston in Leadership Expo or call 701-572-2835.
10/15 ------ Williams County Candidate Forum
KEYZ Radio is sponsoring the forum at 6 p.m. at the Williston ARC.
10/17 ------ Williams County Candidate Forum
KEYZ Radio is sponsoring the forum at 6 p.m. at the Williston ARC.
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09/18-20 ------ Cost-effective Well Site Facilities On Shore
North America's Only Initiative Dedicated Entirely To Facilities Engineers & Project Management Professionals. The conference will be held in Houston, TX.
Register for the Show
09/24-26 ------ North Dakota Petroleum Council Annual Meeting
The meeting will be held at the Ramada in Fargo, ND.
09/24 ------ Bakken 2.0 Free Seminar
The public is invited to a free event from 3-5 p.m. at The Sanctuary in Fargo. The workshop is part of the NDPC annual meeting. Learn about the latest technological innovations and economic developments in Bakken energy from world-renowned experts in shale oil.
Registration
10/03-04 ------ Bakken Oil Product & Service Show
The 8th annual trade show and seminars will be held at the Raymond Family Community Center.
Bakken Oil Show website
10/09 ------ Williston Basin Chapter API Monthly Meeting
The meeting will be held at the Grand Williston Hotel in the Lewis & Clark/Roosevelt Room. The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner and the program at 7 p.m.
11/06-07 ------ WDEA Annual Meeting
The Western Dakota Energy Association annual meeting will be held at 4 Bears Casino and Lodge in New Town.
Registration is available online.
11/16 ------ API Awards Banquet
The seventh annual Williston Petroleum Banquet and Achievement Awards will be held Nov. 16 at the Grand Williston Hotel with social hour beginning at 6 p.m. followed by dinner and program.
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