Williston Economic Development - The Williston Economic Development Summit drew a large crowd for 11 different speakers and panels including the future of Williston Square, UAS developments and oil and gas emerging technologies. The Creative Treatment livestreamed the event on WED's Facebook and YouTube pages. Click on the video links above to view the following discussions: Development of Williston Square; Overview of Economic Development in Northwestern North Dakota; North Dakota Department of Commerce Overview; Construction Trends in Williston Trade Region; UAS in Western North Dakota; XWA Update; Oil and Gas Emerging Technology and Development of Downtown Williston.

News Release - The 2021 State of the City Address was held on Thursday, May 6 from 12-1:30 p.m. at Eleven Restaurant and Lounge as part of the Williston Economic Development (WED) Summit. This year’s speakers were City of Williston Mayor, Howard Klug and City Administrator, David Tuan. You can view the presentation WED's on Facebook and Youtube pages. Read More

Williston Herald - Williston Mayor Howard Klug announced his re-election bid during Thursday's State of the City Address.  The address came as part of the Williston Economic Development Summit, taking place at the Eleven Lounge. The theme for the event was "Back in the Game," showing the city's commitment to getting back to business after the difficulty of the last year.  Read More

Williston Herald - The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce and Williston Economic Development's 1 Million Cups met on Wednesday, May 5, highlighting the Ebel Building and Arnie's Powersports and Cycle. This month's speakers were Austin and Melissa Ellingson from Arnie's Powersports and Cycle and Jocelyn Rice from the Ebel Building. Click here to watch the Facebook Live video recording. Read More Williston Herald: Arnie's donates Free Bicycles to Underprivileged

News Release - As remote surveillance and communications infrastructure installation is coming to completion at key sites in McKenzie and Williams counties, Vantis, North Dakota’s statewide UAS network, is gearing up for testing and validation of the network in line with the rigorous safety measures the aviation industry is known for. Read More

Williston Herald - A familiar name is returning to Williston, bringing a whole new look to the establishment. JDub’s Bar and Grill will once again be known as the River’s Edge. The River’s Edge will be hosting a grand opening on Friday, May 7 featuring food, music, a ribbon cutting and karaoke with local musicians Chaos 901. Read More

Williston Herald - After postponing in 2020 due to COVID-19, Williston's Band Day celebration is coming back this Saturday, May 8, with 15 bands and nearly 100 parade entries. Another notable addition for 2021 is that the Band Day parade will be broadcast via Facebook Live, with commentary from Lyla Semenko and Jonathon Wharton. Read More

News Release - This workshop will unveil google tools to help business owners work and manage their businesses during this time of uncertainty. Get insights on more online and timely resources for small businesses such as how to update critical business info online; keep customers informed; conduct virtual meetings and access important files from anywhere. BBW May Schedule