WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
NEWS & UPDATES
September 10, 2021
Dear Williston Wire Readers,

We are getting excited for the first ever XWA Air Show tomorrow, September 11 at Overland Aviation. Join us for this FREE event featuring aerobatic demonstrations by North Dakota pilots! The air show begins at 10 a.m. Limited seating is available. Bring a blanket or chair! We hope to see you there!
Shawn, Ann, Barb, Brenda and Devyn
Olson named 2021 ND SBDC State Star

Williston Economic Development - Keith Olson, Regional Director of the North Dakota Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), has been named the organization’s 2021 State Star. Olson, age 55, has been with the Williston State College SBDC office for the past 19 years. He spreads his time between offices in Williston and Watford City where he helps new and existing business owners with all facets of owning and operating businesses such as business plans, cash flows, loan preparations, research and more. This is the third time Olson has earned the SBDC’s State Star. He also received the honor in 2007 and 2011. Read More
Skylaa Nail Bar celebrates Ribbon Cutting in Williston

Williston Economic Development - The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors helped Skylaa Nail Bar celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on September 8. Skylaa offers a variety of cosmetic services for both men and women including manicures, pedicures, nail enhancements, waxing and much more. Skylaa Nail Bar is located at 124 51st St. (north of Walmart).
Realty ONE Group Caliber celebrates
Grand Opening in Williston

News Release - Realty ONE Group Caliber celebrated its grand opening celebration on September 9! Williston's newest real estate firm has 14 people to help you buy or sell your home or business. They are located at 1418 2nd Ave. W. in Suite 102.
Norseman Museum to celebrate Grand Opening September 10 in Tioga

Roundup - The Norseman Museum, previously located at the old First Lutheran Church, Tioga, recently moved to a new location at 108 Welo St. To celebrate this, there will be a grand opening for the building on Friday, Sept. 10 starting at 11:30 a.m. CT, followed by a free barbecue and entertainment and door prizes from 4-6 p.m. The Norseman Museum is a curator and historian of Tioga, ND. Read More
XWA Air Show September 11 at Overland Aviation

Williston Economic Development - The Williston Basin International Airport will host its first air show on Saturday, September 11 at the Overland Aviation tarmac. Gates will open at 7 a.m. with a free pancake breakfast from the Lions Club and Meg-A-Latte. There will also be airplane rides from Overland Aviation ($25 per person), kids activities and aircraft displays. The aerobatics air show will begin at 10 a.m.! Limited seating will be available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the show!
NDPC Annual Meeting September 21-23
in Watford City

News Release - The North Dakota Petroleum Council is bringing the 2021 annual meeting back to the heart of the Bakken, and with a stellar line-up of speakers, we’re expecting a huge crowd. Attendees can look forward to hearing from Bakken’s foremost industry leaders, networking with more than 300 industry professionals, and learning about the latest trends in oil and gas. More information Roundup: NDPC Annual Meeting coming to Watford City
Clean Up Williston September 25

News Release - The City of Williston’s fall Clean Williston event is scheduled for Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, Clean Williston will be held on Saturday, October 2, and this change will be announced on City of Williston social media and www.cityofwilliston.com. Clean Williston is a tradition going back over 20 years and is held biannually in the spring and fall. Read More
Upcoming Williston Events
Upcoming Energy Events