KEYZ Radio - Williston Economic Development Executive Director Shawn Wenko was interviewed by Robin Travers on Tuesday, December 21. Travers asked Wenko about economic development projects that were started or expanded in 2021. Watch the Video
North Star Family Clinic celebrates Ribbon Cutting
Williston Economic Development - North Star Family Clinic celebrated its ribbon cutting on Monday, December 20. North Star is a family practice clinic owned and operated by Brandy Shahin, Family Nurse Practitioner. The new clinic is located in the 20/20 Professional Building, Suite #230. North Star provides all types of care from annual wellness visits to managing chronic health issues. Call (701) 774-0390 for an appointment.
Economy at a Glance released
Williston Economic Development - The Williston and Williams County Economy at a Glance is now available. The following are some statistics from November's numbers:
Williston home sales in 2021 continued to outpace 2020 in both total sales and sale price. So far, 446 single family homes have been sold through November of 2021 at an average sale price of $299,605 compared to 396 at $287,060 during the same time last year.
Airline enplanements continued to rebound with 5,619 passengers departing from XWA in November of 2021 compared to 1,978 in November of 2020.
School enrollment remained steady with a total of 4,928 students enrolled in Williston Basin School District #7 in November of 2021 compared to 4,846 enrolled in Districts 1 and 8 combined in November of 2020.
Industrial Commission approves Funding for
Six Clean Energy Projects
News Release - The North Dakota Industrial Commission awarded funding on December 20 from the Clean Sustainable Energy Fund in the amount of $28 million in grants and $135 million in loans for six projects. “We are excited about the quality and quantity of the projects that were presented today after going through an extensive review process. These projects have the potential of capturing over 30% of the annual carbon dioxide production in North Dakota, capturing natural gas that would otherwise be flared, and identifying opportunities that will diversify North Dakota’s economy,” the Industrial Commission said in a joint statement. Read More
News Release - The Spring Lake Park Holiday Lights Drive is hosting a fireworks display courtesy of sponsor TNT Fireworks on December 30. The lights drive features thousands of lights in hundreds of stationary and animated display pieces. It is open nightly 5:30-9:30 p.m. through December 31. Park goers can gain admittance to the Holiday Lights Drive for $5 cash per car. Read More
1 Million Cups Williston seeks Presenters for 2022
Williston Economic Development - 1 Million Cups Williston is seeking presenters for 2022. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month from 8:30-9:30 a.m. The meetings feature two presenters (entrepreneurs or small business owners) and complimentary coffee provided by the host business. Anyone interested in presenting or hosting a meeting is encouraged to contact barbp@ci.williston.nd.us.
North Dakotans search for Norwegian Cookie
Recipes for Christmas
USA Today - Families across the U.S. will bake their favorite Christmas cookies and holiday treats in the coming weeks, turning to traditional recipes and trying new ones. And if you're wondering if your favorite Christmas cookie is the same as your nearby friends, family and neighbors, Google shared with USA TODAY a list of uniquely searched Christmas cookies by state. Read More
Upcoming Williston Events
12/24-12/31
Spring Lake Park Holiday Lights Drive
The Holiday Lights Drive opens daily at 5:30 p.m. and closes at 9:30 p.m. The cost is $5 per car.
12/24
Christmas Eve
All nonemergent City of Williston offices will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
12/28
Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
12/31
New Year's Eve
All nonemergent City of Williston offices will be closed in observance of New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
01/05
1 Million Cups Williston
The community is invited to learn how entrepreneurs started their businesses in Williston and enjoy a cup of coffee. Presenters and location TBD.
The job fair will be held from 2-6 p.m. at Williston State College.
Upcoming Energy Events
01/04
Williston Basin Chapter API Monthly Meeting
The program will feature NDPC President Ron Ness on "Bakken 2022." The social will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the dinner and program at 7 p.m. at the Four Points by Sheraton.
03/26
API Chili Cook-off
The 41st annual Chili Cook-off will be held from 3-11 p.m. at the Raymond Family Community Center.
05/17-18
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
06/22
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
07/19
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
07/21
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
09/20-22
NDPC Annual Meeting
The North Dakota Petroleum Council will host its annual meeting at the Rough Rider Center in Watford City.
