We released our sixth Williston Works podcast recently. The episode features Blair and JW Sheering. The couple owns two businesses in Williston. Watch the video below!
Williston Works Podcast Season 2 features Flex PACE Interest Buydown Program
The sixth Williston Works Podcast features Fresh Fit Kitchen & The Body Shoppe with owners JW and Blair Sheering.
Williston Economic Development - Williston Economic Development has released the first six episodes of Season 2 of its Williston Works podcast. Five of the six podcasts feature local entrepreneurs while one showcases an internship program. The host of the program is WED Executive Shawn Wenko. Some of the episodes highlight programs offered though the City of Williston STAR Fund. "The Flex PACE Interest Buydown program is the biggest program our office utilizes, and we have a lot of support from our leadership here," said Wenko. "Our local lenders like the program because it helps mitigate some of the risk that you see out there with business development." Read MoreWilliston Works Podcasts
ASB&T featured in Federal Reserve Video
ASB&T President/CEO Dave Hanson is featured in the Federal Reserve video.
News Release - American State Bank & Trust Company of Williston was recently chosen by the Federal Reserve as one of only three community banks in the United States to be featured in its own exclusive video that premiered earlier this month at the 2019 Community Banking in the 21st Century Conference. "Being selected as one of only three featured community banks in the US is a huge honor and we are very proud of the finished product," said ASB&T President/CEO Dave Hanson. Read More
Groundbreaking held for Innovation Academy; ASB&T donates $500,000
Rendering of the Innovation Academy exterior.
News Release - The Board of Directors of American State Bank & Trust Company of Williston recently approved an anchor donation of $500,000 to the Williston Public School District #1 Innovation Academy. The anchor donation from ASB, combined with many other community, business and energy industry sponsors and a major grant from Williams County, has made it possible to begin remodeling the former indoor pool facility into a dedicated learning space for approximately 400 fifth through eighth grade students. Read MoreWPSD#1 News Release
City of Williston moves Forward with Health Care Assessment
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This is not an assessment about employees or staff of any particular health care provider," said Maggie Anderson, a consultant with Cardon Global who served as the state's Medicaid Director for more than a decade, as well working within the North Dakota Department of Human Services. "What it is about is assessing the health care needs and addressing any gaps that there might be in the health care delivery system." Read More
Construction in high gear at Watford City Elementary School
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here are already 1,900 students in the McKenzie County School District #1, with more on the way. The largest numbers are in preschool and kindergarten. To prepare for that influx, the district is building a brand new $35 million elementary school. Construction on their state-of-the-art facility began in April, and is scheduled to be completed by next September. That means employees will be working through the winter. Read More
Western North Dakota Lawmakers meet in Watford City, discuss Legacy Fund Spending
"We may not be able to do everything you guys are thinking of, but we can pick out the ones that are going to make it," said District 37 Sen. Rich Wardner (above) with regard to Legacy Funding.
Dickinson Press - Western North Dakota legislators and superintendents gathered at Watford City's Rough Rider Center Monday to discuss using Legacy Fund dollars to meet educational needs.
"We want to make sure we have everything on the table to consider going forward as we deal with Legacy earnings," District 37 Sen. Rich Wardner said. Read More
Williston Public Works Building to celebrate Grand Opening November 6
The new Public Works Building is located at 1121 5th St. E. in Williston.
Williston Economic Development - Williston Public Works and Engineering is celebrating the grand opening of their new complex located at 1121 5th St E. The staff invites the public to come out to their new complex on Wednesday, November 6th, from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. The celebration will kick off with a ribbon cutting at 2:00 p.m. followed by tours.Read More
The Williston Petroleum Banquet will be held Friday, November 15 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Grand Williston Hotel.
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News Release - The Williston API is proud to announce the Eighth Annual Williston Petroleum Banquet, a celebration of the oil and gas industry in the Williston Basin. As the premier event of its kind in the region, the Williston Petroleum Banquet honors the achievements of individuals and companies who have contributed to the great success of the oil and gas industry in the area. Read More
Upcoming Williston Events
10/25 ------ Everson-Coughlin Crematory Open House & Ribbon Cutting
The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the crematory located at 3423 West Front Street (white building next to Handy Andy's Nursery).
10/31 ------ Trail of Treats
Trick-or-Treaters are invited to Downtown Williston to get their fill of candy and goodies. The event will be held from 2:30-5 p.m. (or until the treats are gone!)
10/31 ------ All City Halloween Party
The event will be held from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Williston Area Recreation Center. The party is sponsored by the City of Williston and Williston Parks and Recreation District.
11/06 ------ 1 Million Cups
Support local entrepreneurs by attending the one-hour meeting at 8:30 a.m. at the Teton Lounge. Complimentary coffee will be provided. The presenters will be VRkade and Upper Cuts Gym.
11/06 ------ Williston Public Works Building Ribbon Cutting & Open House
Join the City of Williston as it celebrates the grand opening of the new Williston Public Works Building from 2-4 p.m. There will be light refreshments and tours.
11/12 ------
City Commission
The commission meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month at 6 p.m. in the Williams County Commission Room located in the County Administrative Building.
11/30-12/31 ------ Spring Lake Park Holiday Lights Drive
Enjoy thousands of holiday lights in over 60 displays nightly from 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Upcoming Energy Events
10/30-31 ------ Western Dakota Energy Association Annual Meeting
11/13-14 ------ North Dakota Energy Conference and Expo
The event defines and details the trends and opportunities present in North Dakota's energy industries. To conference will be held at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks, ND.Registration Information
