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WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NEWS & UPDATES
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Williston Wire Readers,
Williston Economic Development and the Small Business Development Center will host its annual awards and appreciation banquet tonight, 6-10 p.m., at the Grand Williston Hotel.
The following are nominated for WED awards:
Regional Project - AE2S, AGT Foods and JE Dunn
Community Partnership -- Bras for a Cause, Williston Chamber Leadership Williston Program and Williston Community Builders/Friendly Faces
Ambassador - Ken Callahan, Mark McGinley and Patrick and Tammy Sogard
Icon - All Seasons Sport About, McCody Concrete Products and Scenic Sports & Liquor
The following will be recognized by the SBDC:
New Business - FlowCore Systems
Woman-Owned Business - Fresh Palate
Existing Business - Creedence Energy Services
Lender of the Year - Justin Voll, First International Bank & Trust in Watford City
We hope to see you tonight! Tickets are still available at events.willistondevelopment.com.
Shawn, Ann, Barb & Brenda
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State of the City Address; Caviar and Kudos
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Williston Herald - The City of Williston is "Going in the right direction," and at Thursday's State of the City address, city leaders say the best is yet to come.
"That's what you're going to hear about today," Commission President Howard Klug told the assembled crowd. "We're excited to share how the City of Williston is preparing for the future."
Klug, along with Williston City Commissioners Brad Bekkedahl, Tate Cymbaluk, Deanette Piesik and City Administrator David Tuan, shared the progress the city has made and the direction it is going during the address, given Thursday, May 9 at the Grand Williston Hotel.
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he State of the City Address was held May 9 at the Grand Williston Hotel. The event featured (from upper left clockwise) Williston Mayor Howard Klug, about 150 guests including former Williston Mayor Ward Koeser, Williston City Commissioner/District 1 Senator Brad Bekkedahl and delicious caviar samples offered by Brenda Schmidt and Andrea Placher. Williston Economic Development photos
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Klug delivers State of City Address
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About 150 people attended the annual State of the City Address May 9. Williston Economic Development photo
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KXMD - Williston is on the cusp of an exciting summer and fall - and is poised to continue growing with the oil industry. That was the message of Mayor Howard Klug as he delivered the State of The City address today.
The mayor told the audience the new airport - known as XWA - will be a cornerstone of the region's continued growth.
City Administrator David Tuan the city intends to use XWA as a catalyst to make further improvements in Williston.
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Public Safety discussed at State of City Address
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Williston City Commissioner Tate Cymbaluk provided a recap from the fire and police departments May 9 at the Grand Williston Hotel. Williston Economic Development photo
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KUMV-TV - At the State of the City Address Commission Tate Cymbaluk talked about public safety. "We're going to make sure this town is safe for each and every one of you. We have the best staff, we have resources outside of our own city Police Department. That extends all the way to the FBI. We'll take care of what's going on," he said. A new 911 center, and full department consisting only of dispatchers is in the works to keep up with demand. Read More
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Wenko pens OpEds about Economic Development Week
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WED's executive Shawn Wenko penned three letters to the editor this week for the Williston Herald about Williston Economic Development. The Creative Treatment photo
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Williston Economic Development - Williston Economic Development is celebrating Economic Development Week May 5-10. The campaign included a three-part opinion/education series on the purpose of economic development week, the history of the Williston office and the programs that are provided by WED. Click on the following links to read the individual releases.
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| New Mexico Officials visit Williston during Economic Development Week |
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KUMV-TV interviews one of the Eddy County officials May 9 at the Grand Williston Hotel. Williston Economic Development photo
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KUMV-TV - City of Williston officials hosted representatives from Eddy County, New Mexico, today at the State of the City address. Eddy County is home to the Permian Basin where oil production is rising rapidly and so is the influx of people. Despite the boom in job opportunities, Eddy County is now facing the same set of challenges that plagued Williston and Williams County ten years ago. Read More |
| Williston Business featured on KUMV for Economic Development Week |
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Meg Wold was featured in a story about Economic Development Week and the expansion of her business. KUMV-TV photo
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KUMV-TV - It's Economic Development Week, and one business in Williston is proving that the demand for buying and selling in town is higher than ever. While utilizing Williston Economic Development's services, the owner of Meg-a-Latte, Meg Wold, says she's been able to expand and offer more to the growing population.
The coffee shop has been serving customers for seven years, and now has three locations. Wold utilized the interest buy-back program the economic development office offers when expanding to the Harvest Hills Site. Read More
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1 Million Cups features Deja Brew, Elite Designz
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Williston Economic Development
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The owners of Deja Brew Coffee, Jody Cymbaluk and Addison Cymbaluk as well as the co-owner of Elite Designz, Mary Berg, were the featured presenters at 1 Million Cups May 8. The organization is seeking the owners of startups (fewer than 5 years old) to speak at its June, July and August meetings. Call 701-577-8110 for more details.
Williston Economic Development celebrated Economic Development Week at 1 Million Cups May 8. The group typically meets the first Wednesday of every month from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Teton Lounge on the Williston State College campus. The next meeting is June 5.
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WED sponsors API Meeting, Business After Hours in Honor of Economic Development Week
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Williston Economic Development sponsored the API and Business After Hours meetings this week in honor of Economic Development Week. The week is celebrated to promote the achievements and purpose of economic development in Williston.
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Williston Rural, City Fire Departments named Band Day Marshals
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The 2019 Band Day Parade Marshalls will be the Williston and Williston Rural Fire Departments. Williston Economic Development photo
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News Release - The Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and Band Day Committee are pleased to announce the Williston Rural Fire Department and City Fire Department as the Band Day 2019 Parade Marshals. These individuals will be featured in the annual parade on Saturday, May 11 in Williston. "The Band Day committee selected the Volunteer Rural Fire and City Fire Departments because of service and sacrifice. Without their years of dedication, Williston wouldn't be where it is now," commented Mayor Howard Klug. Read More
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Upcoming Williston Events
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05/10 ----- WED/SBDC Awards & Appreciation Banquet
Reserve tickets at events.willistondevelopment.com for the big event tonight!
05/11 ----- Band Day
Enjoy the parade at 10:15 a.m. plus live entertainment, vendors and food booths at Harmon Park in the afternoon!
05/14 ------ City Commission
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