WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NEWS & UPDATES
February 5, 2021
Dear Williston Wire Readers,

We are excited to introduce two more members of our Williston SuperSTARS Mentorship Program. Eddie and Megan Wold are the owners of several businesses in Williston. They would be happy to share their knowledge with anyone interested in starting or expanding a small business in the Williston trade region. Watch the video below to learn more about the Wolds and their successful business endeavors.  
 
Shawn, Ann, Barb and Brenda
January STAR Fund Allocations benefit
Four Business Expansions in Williston

Williston Economic Development -  The Williston City Commission has awarded up to $167,000 in STAR Fund incentives for four business expansions at its meeting on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. The projects included Baja Auto Sales, Circle T Transport and Construction, Prizm Company and Pronghorn Well Service, LLC. Read More
Owners of Meg-A-Latte, Lounge Thirty 3
are Williston SuperSTARS

Williston Economic Development - Williston Economic Development is pleased to introduce two more members of its new SuperSTARS Mentorship program. Megan and Eddie Wold, owners of Meg-A-Latte and Lounge Thirty 3, are willing to share their small business expertise with local mentees. If you would like to learn how Megan and Eddie started their businesses, contact WED at 701-577-8110 or econ@ci.williston.nd.us.
Williston Cash Mob supports Local Businesses

Williston Herald - Beginning Feb 3, businesses around Williston are starting to get mobbed, but they aren’t in danger, in fact the “mob” is there to help. It’s called the Cash Mob, a group of Facebook members united for a common goal: to help the local businesses of Williston. Read More
COVID-19 Rapid Testing February 8 in Williston

News Release - The next community BinaxNOW Rapid Antigen screening will be held Monday, February 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the former Sloulin Field Airport hangar. This walk-in testing event is open to the general public, aged 18 and older, that are asymptomatic. Read More
Webinar on Pulse Diseases February 9

News Release - Pulses have become a very successful crop in the MonDak following their introduction to the region in the 1990s. Today, North Dakota and Montana have consistently ranked #1 and #2 in pulse production in the US for more than a decade. That success, however, has also brought with it increased threats from disease. Read More
Business Builders Workshop
on BAIL Team February 9

Have you ever felt alone in the entrepreneurial process? Do you feel like you have to do everything yourself? Let us help BAIL you out. A BAIL team is an acronym that stands for a banker, accountant, insurance agent, and a legal team. A webinar will be held February 9 at 3:30 p.m. Webinar Registration
Virtual Chamber Awards Ceremony February 12

News Release - The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Ceremony will be held virtually on February 12th at 12 p.m. at willistonchamber.com. The Auction that is traditionally held at the Chamber's Annual Award Banquet will also be online from February 11th-14th. Read More
Rugby Homes and RV to host Sport and Recreation Show March 19-21 in Williston

News Release - Rugby Homes and RV Center is organizing and hosting a sport and recreation show March 19-21 in Williston. If you are a vendor and interested in being part of the show, please contact Gary Kirchofner at Rugby Homes and RV at 701-208-0771 or inquire at rugbyhomesgk@gmail.com. Read More
Upcoming Williston Events
02/09
Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held virtually beginning at 6 p.m.
02/10
National Hard Spring Wheat Show
The 68th annual Wheat Show will be held from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Williston Area Recreation Center. Hard Spring Wheat Show Schedule
02/12
Williston Chamber Virtual Awards Ceremony & Online Auction
The Chamber's annual awards ceremony will be held virtually on their website and Facebook page. 
02/23
Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held virtually beginning at 6 p.m.
03/25
20 under 40
The Williston Herald sponsors the program which recognizes young professionals who have had an impact beyond their years. Call 701-572-2165 for more information.
04/16-17
Home & Garden Show
The Western Area Builders Association will host its annual Home and Garden Show Friday from 2–7 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.– 6 p.m. at the Raymond Family Community Center in Williston. More information
Upcoming Energy Events
02/09
Williston Basin API February Meeting
The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. at Four Points by Sheraton. The program will feature Darren Schmidt on the EERC and the impact of research on energy policy. The sponsor will be Thrivent.
03/27
Williston Basin API Chili Cook-off
The event will be held from 3-11 p.m. at the Raymond Family Community Center in Williston. Admission is $10 per person. Must be at least 21 years old to attend.
04/06
Williston Basin API April Meeting
The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. More details TBA.
05/04
Williston Basin API May Meeting
The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. More details TBA.
05/11-13
Williston Basin Petroleum Conference
The conference will be held at the Bismarck Event Center in Bismarck, ND. More information
06/21-24
NDPC Teacher Education Seminar
The North Dakota Petroleum Foundation hosts the seminar for educators to learn about the oil industry. More information
11/19
Williston Petroleum Banquet
The annual celebration of industry achievements will be held at The Well on the Williston State College campus. More information