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Bridging the hiring gap: Why North Dakota employers struggle to find talent
In the heart of North Dakota, a state known for its vast landscapes and opportunities, employers often find themselves facing a peculiar challenge – the struggle to find qualified candidates despite a pool of job seekers. While there are certain factors in play that contribute to this trend plaguing the entire nation, there are some […]
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Local suicide prevention initiative, ND HOPES, to hold a free, drop-in listening session
Press Release Local suicide prevention initiative, ND HOPES, to hold a free, drop-in listening session for the public at the ARC, September 13 September 5, 2023 ND HOPES, along with partners Williston Chamber and VisionWest, invites the public to its free, drop-in listening session, on Wednesday, September 13th . The session may be attended either […]
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WSC Plans two more Registration Days
For Immediate Release: For More Information Contact: WSC Admissions Phone: 701.774.4200 E-mail: [email protected] WSC Plans two more Registration Days WILLISTON, ND – Williston State College is pleased to announce two additional Registration Days, a series of comprehensive events designed to assist students in registering for the upcoming fall semester. Taking place on Thursday August 17, […]
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Lemonade Day – Williston
The Williston Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 9th Annual Lemonade Day this Saturday! Lemonade Day is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching youth in grades K-8 important business, financial, character-building, and life skills that are the critical ingredients of entrepreneurship. Running a lemonade stand is a fantastic way to learn about money management and […]
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North Dakota Chokecherry Festival Introduces New Sponsor Recognition Program
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release July 14, 2023 For more information contact: Sabrina Ramey, Communications Coordinator Williston Convention and Visitors Bureau Office: 701-774-9041 Cell: 701-609-6259 The Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau along with the North Dakota Chokecherry Festival Committee is excited to announce the dates of August 11-12, 2023 for this year’s event and […]
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Buffalo Trails Day
Rural North Dakota is full of fun events, carnivals, and more. Buffalo Trails Days is no exception. The annual event takes place in Epping ND and is jam-packed full with activities for both adults and kids. It’s fun for the whole family. Craft and food vendors will have their booths and tables set up, Jump-N-Fun […]
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Williston Robotics
By Inger Koppenhaver, Reader Submission The gym was packed, and the energy and excitement could be felt as you walked through the crowds of teams waiting to hear their name being called. Loud music and fun announcers ushered in the beginning of one of the most underreported youth activities in our region. It isn’t hockey, […]
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CHI St. Alexius Health Williston and the Mercy Medical Foundation Announce their Hometown Healing Charity Concert Featuring Clay Walker!
CHI St. Alexius Health Williston and the Mercy Medical Foundation are excited to announce the Hometown Healing Charity Concert Featuring Clay Walker, hosted by Williston Parks and Rec! “We are so excited to bring an artist of Clay Walker’s caliber to Williston! This project has been a labor of love and we are so proud […]
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How to Bring Beneficial Bees Back
Unlike their wasp and yellow-jacket cousins, honeybees and bumblebees are much more docile and content to hop from bloom to bloom without paying humans any mind. (Adobe Stock) Bees, birds and butterflies play integral roles in pollinating many of the crops humans rely on for sustenance. The National Pollinator Garden Network, through the National Wildlife […]
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Upper Missouri Valley Fair
IT’S FINALLY HERE, THE MOST DELICIOUS TIME OF THE YEAR!! Corndogs, Gyros, Indian Taco, Fried everything, it’s ALLLLLLLL here!! The Upper Missouri Valley Fair Kicked off its week of family fun Wednesday, June 21st, and the fun will continue throughout the weekend! For a $5 gate fee, you’ll get access to the free family fun […]
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Fort Buford Historic Site: A Living Testimony to the Military Heritage of the Midwest
Photo Source: https://www.ndtourism.com/williston/history/forts/fort-buford-state-historic-site WILLISTON, ND- Fort Buford State Historic Site is a revered landmark that preserves the illustrious history of the Midwest. Named after Civil War hero General Jon Buford, it was established in June 1866 by the 13th U.S. Infantry as a strategic military outpost at the confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers. […]
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Farm to Table: An Immersive, Educational Event
By: Anna Nelson Expansive plains. Rolling hills. Beautiful badlands. This diverse – and at times, unexpected – topography of western North Dakota is home to so much more than its friendly residents; it also provides a home for a vast and vibrant agriculture industry. The region’s landscape is set apart by offering views of both […]
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