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

A large crowd gathered at the former Sloulin Field International Airport hangar on Tuesday, March 2, to learn about a new project coming to Williston Square. Leaders from the City of Williston and Sanford Health announced a new clinic and hospital will be built in Williston. Learn more about the project in this week's Williston Wire!
 
Shawn, Ann, Barb and Brenda
Sanford Health to open Clinic, Hospital in Williston

News Release - The City of Williston and Sanford Health have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the goal of enhancing health care in the Williston community and region. The LOI sets the vision to build a new hospital and clinic, which will be located in Williston Square. “This is a game changer for Williston,” said City of Williston Mayor Howard Klug. “Our goal is to be a regional center for growth, and expanding health care services and infrastructure in our community is an integral part of this.” Read More

Wenko, Olson note Positive
Economic Trends despite Pandemic

Williston Herald - There's no disputing that 2020 was a difficult year for a lot of Americans. But one surprising story to come out amid the shutdowns, mandates and layoffs is the number of new businesses starting to pop up. Keith Olson, Director of the Small Business Development Center; and Shawn Wenko, Director of Economic Development in Williston, shared their insights into the trend. Read More
Young Bucks opens at Life Church in Williston

Williston Herald - Young Bucks Coffee & Eatery brewed its first cup this week, fulfilling a long-time dream for owner Louise Skaare. The coffee shop and eatery opened on Monday, Feb. 22 in Life Church in Williston. Read More
Vantis Network to fly Drones from
Williston, Watford City

McKenzie County Farmer - The prospect of seeing unmanned drones flying across the skies of western North Dakota will become a reality this spring as North Dakota rolls out its VANTIS network. And some of those drones will be flying out of the Watford City Airport. For the full story, subscribe to the McKenzie County Farmer
Upcoming Williston Events
03/09
Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in City Hall. All attendees are required to wear masks.
03/19-21
Rugby Homes & RV Center Sport & Rec Show
The event will be held at the Raymond Family Community Center.
03/23
Williston City Commission
The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in City Hall. All attendees are required to wear masks.
03/25
20 Under 40 Banquet
The Williston Herald will recognize the 2021 20 Under 40 honorees at a ceremony at The Eleven Lounge and Restaurant. More information
03/31
Community Egg Hunt
More details to be announced.
03/25
20 Under 40 Banquet
The Williston Herald will recognize the 2021 20 Under 40 honorees at a ceremony at The Eleven Lounge and Restaurant. More information
04/16-17
Home & Garden Show
The Western Area Builders Association will host its 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. More information
05/01
Paddlefish Season Opener
The season runs through May 21.
05/03-07
Economic Development Week
WED/SBDC awards banquet to be held May 7 at Eleven Restaurant and Lounge. More details to be announced.
05/8
Band Day
More details to be announced.
Upcoming Energy Events
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