July 10, 2020

WILLISTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NEWS & UPDATES

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City Hall Chamber Room named after Longtime Auditor

Williston Economic Development - Construction crews are wrapping up the renovations at City Hall. New signage is now in place featuring two lighted City of Williston logos in the new chamber room and lobby. The chamber room has also been named after longtime city auditor John Kautzman, who retired in late 2019. The July 28 Williston City Commission meeting will be held in the John Kautzman Chamber Room.

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Williams County allocates Additional $400,000 for Seed Cleaning Facility

Williston Heral d - Williams County will contribute an additional $400,000 toward the cost of building a seed-cleaning facility and a greenhouse at the Williston Research Extension Center. Williams County Commissioners decided unanimously to award more money to the projects during their regular session on Tuesday, July 7. Read More

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Williston, Watford City, Crosby receive Federal Funds for Trails

News Releas e - The North Dakota Department of Transportation Director Bill Panos announced today the award $2,018,090 of Transportation Alternatives funding for transportation improvement projects across the state. Projects in northwestern North Dakota include the following: Williston – River and Park Accessibility Trail Connections – $74,860; Watford City/McKenzie County – 2nd Avenue SW Multi-Use Path – $200,000; Crosby/Divide County – Multi-Use Path – $199,088. Read More

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Taco John's closes in Watford City

KUMV-TV - Just six years after Taco John’s opened a location in Watford City, area residents were shocked to read a sign announcing the immediate closing of the fast food restaurant on the business’s front door on Thursday, July 2. According to Wendy Howe, Preferred Restaurant Group director of marketing, the decision to close the Watford City store was based on a decline in traffic and sales. Read More

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First International Bank buys Krown Energy Group

McKenzie County Farmer - First International Bank & Trust (FIBT) has expanded its Mineral and Land Services department with the purchase of Krown Energy Group, proprietor of leading mineral management software, MineralTracker. In addition to mineral management software and services, Krown Energy provides mineral appraisal and brokerage. Read More

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Wind Energy creates Jobs in North Dakota

Minot Daily News - When falling commodity prices shook the oil industry earlier this year, oilfield company Neset Consulting took stock of the energy market in North Dakota and saw a diversification opportunity with wind. Partnering with Lake Region State College in Devils Lake, Neset Consulting launched an extension of the school’s wind technician training program at its Tioga facility in June. Read More

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Main Street Market returns July 11

News Rele ase - T he Williston Downtowners Association's Main Street Market will return to Downtown Williston this weekend. The market will be held in the former Hedderich's lot. It will feature vendors with produce, jelly, crafts and more. The market will be held on Saturdays from July 11 to October 10, from 9 a.m. to noon. Read More

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Connecting Communities BBQ July 15 in Williston

The community is invited to attend the Connecting Communities BBQ's on Wednesday, July 15 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Davidson Park. The BBQ's are free and open to the public. Sponsored by Western Region Economic Development, Rotary Club, Lions Club and Cherry Creek Radio.

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S'more Wine July 16 in Downtown Williston

Williston Downtowners Associ ation - S'more Wine will be be held July 16 from 7:30 - 10 p.m. at the Hedderich's Lot in Downtown Williston. Enjoy an evening filled with conversations, s'mores, and wine while gathered around fire pits! There will also be a silent auction. Gather six friends and reserve a fire pit for $200 which includes two glasses of wine per person and your own s'more bar. Individual tickets are also available. Purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smore-wine-tickets-111371220318

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Bakken Summer Rides July 25, August 1, August 8

News Release - Join us in exploring a few of the best tourist stops in Western North Dakota on three special Bakken rides this summer. Take part in our North-Central and Southwest rides by motorcycle, classic car or your daily commuter and get your boat on the water for the Lake Sakakawea float! The ride is hosted by the North Dakota Petroleum Foundation and proceeds from the ride will benefit Oilfield Helping Hands . Read More

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Upcoming Williston Events

07/11 ------ Main Street Market The market will be held from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Hedderich's lot in Downtown Williston. The event will feature vendors selling their homemade and/or homegrown goods and food. More Information 07/14 ------ Williston City Commission The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall in the John Kautzman Chamber Room. 07/15 ------ Connecting Communities BBQ The free BBQ's will be held from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Davidson Park. The community is invited to attend. 07/17 ------ Ribbon Cutting at Mondak Sports The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting at Mondak Sports at 12 p.m. at 1008 Broadway East. 07/18 ------ Main Street Market The market will be held from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Hedderich's lot in Downtown Williston. More Information 07/25 ------ Main Street Market The market will be held from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Hedderich's lot in Downtown Williston. More Information 07/25 ------ Chamber of Commerce's Rockin' Ribfest The event will be held in Downtown Williston beginning at 9 a.m. There will be sidewalk sales, food vendors, a talent show, live entertainment and much more. More information 07/25 ------ Chamber of Commerce's Lemonade Day Youth will set up lemonade stands beginning at noon in Williston. 07/28 ------ Williston City Commission The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at City Hall in the John Kautzman Chamber Room. 07/31 ------ Ribbon Cutting at Williston Council for the Aging The Williston Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting at 2 p.m. at 18 Main Street. 08/05 ------ 1 Million Cups Williston The meeting will be held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. The location has yet to be determined.

Upcoming Energy Events

07/28 ------ NDPC Dugout Night The North Dakota Petroleum Council will host an evening of baseball at the Bismarck Larks game. Tickets are $50. Registration 08/20-21 ------ Williston Basin Chapter API Golf Tournament This is one of two major fundraising activities for the Williston Basin API Chapter. The social is Thursday at Eagle Ridge and golf is Friday at Eagle Ridge or The Links. Registration 09/15 ------ API Monthly meeting The meeting will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. at Four Points by Sheraton Williston. More information 09/09-10 ------ DUG Eagle Ford The conference and exhibition will be held in San Antonio, Texas. Registration

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