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WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NEWS & UPDATES
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Dear Williston Wire Readers,
Theodore Roosevelt Expressway has big news. The organization has announced that construction is expected to begin in 2023 on additional four-laning of US Highway 85 South. The highway is an important connector in western North Dakota and has experienced dramatic increases in traffic due to energy development and population growth. For more information please see the story below.
Shawn, Ann, Barb, Brenda and Devyn
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Four-laning to continue on US Highway 85 South
News Relea se - Right of Way acquisition has started and should be complete sometime in the summer of 2022. Once the acquired necessary right-of-way is acquired, the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) will move forward with relocating utilities that are in the way. Many times, utilities are located on the back side of right-of-way, which is why NDDOT is waiting on the movement of utilities. NDDOT anticipates utilities should be done by fall of 2022. NDDOT is planning to bid the project in the fall of 2022 or early spring of 2023. We should see some dirt moving on this stretch in 2023. Read More
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Construction continues at Williston Square
Williston Herald - Despite the cold weather, progress continues on Williston Square’s first tenants, Slim Chickens and Genesis. Slim Chickens, owned and operated by Preferred Restaurant Group Inc. of Minot, will feature 3,430 square foot building for dining in, along with space for parking and a dual drive-through. Next door, the framework for Genesis’ latest location continues to go up. The new 5,500 square foot facility is anticipated to be completed in the spring. Read More
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New Childcare Facilities to open in 2022
KUMV-TV - As the city of Williston grows, so does demand for many critical services including childcare facilities. With the help of Williston Economic Development, people around the region can expect more opportunities to come in 2022. Last year, Economic Development issued $1.75 million in STAR Fund grants toward various projects throughout the region. Of that amount, nearly a third went towards building and expanding childcare facilities, which is a big need for working families. Read More
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WED re-releases Season Four of
Williston Works Podcast
Williston Economic Development - Williston Economic Development is pleased to announce it is re-releasing Season Four of its Williston Works Podcast! The season has eight half-hour episodes which features small business owners and City of Williston employees who are actively involved in economic development. Host Shawn Wenko, WED's executive director, interviews the guests and showcases successful projects such as Busted Knuckle Brewery, Pronghorn Well Service, Exhale Yoga and Wellness and more.
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Big Sky Cookie Co opens in Sidney
Roundup - A new store selling fresh baked and custom-decorated cookies opens its doors at 215 S Central Ave, Sidney. Customers can stop by Big Sky Cookie Co. and purchase a treat from Wednesday - Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Plans currently to open for business starting Sat., Jan. 15. "We are hoping to catch all kinds of customers, we may even throw in an early day - that way if someone wanted to grab treats before work they could," said owner Lisa Harrel. Read More
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Upcoming Williston Events |
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Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet
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Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
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Williston Downtowners Association Annual Meeting
The meeting will be held at 8 a.m. at the James Memorial Art Center. A light breakfast will be served and a recap of 2021 will be presented.
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1 Million Cups Williston
The meeting will be held at 8:30 a.m. at a place TBD. The presenters will be Martie Abell, owner of The Pick & Patch and Kari Downer, owner of Nutrition and Beyond. |
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Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
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Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
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Semi-Annual Job Fair
The job fair will be held from 2-6 p.m. at Williston State College. Registration
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WED/SBDC Awards Banquet
Williston Economic Development and the Small Business Development Center will celebrate the accomplishments of local entrepreneurs and small business owners. Stay tuned for more information.
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Williston Basin Chapter API Monthly Meeting
The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the dinner and program at 7 p.m. at Four Points by Sheraton.
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API Chili Cook-off
The 41st annual Chili Cook-off will be held from 3-11 p.m. at the Raymond Family Community Center.
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Williston Basin Chapter API Monthly Meeting
The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the dinner and program at 7 p.m. at Four Points by Sheraton.
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Williston Basin Chapter API Monthly Meeting
The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the dinner and program at 7 p.m. at Four Points by Sheraton.
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Williston Basin Petroleum Conference
The conference will be held in Regina, Saskatchewan. More than 500 business and technical delegates from Canada and the USA are expected to attend. The theme is ‘Energy from the Earth‘. More information
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NDPC Summer Social
The networking event is free and open to NDPC members and their employees. This event will be held in Medora. More information
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Bakken Rocks CookFest in Trenton
The NDPC invites area residents to learn more about the oil and gas industry, hear from industry experts, meet the employees of companies working in their area, and best of all, eat some of the best BBQ available in western North Dakota. More information
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Bakken Rocks CookFest in White Shield
The NDPC invites area residents to learn more about the oil and gas industry, meet employees working for local companies, enjoy a BBQ, games and activities for kids, live music and much more. More information
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NDPC Annual Meeting
The North Dakota Petroleum Council will host its annual meeting at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City.
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