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More Than Open Prairie: The Best of the Western Edge showcases quality of life By James B. Miller, Jr. Editor of The Dickinson Press
The final numbers are in and we want to thank the 6,710 people who voted, casting 56,198 nominations between Nov. 22 and Each year The Dickinson Press sets out to Dec. 3, 2023. Of the nominated businesses highlight the very best of southwest North and individuals, the top 3 (or more if there Dakota in our annual Best of the Western was a tie) moved onto voting held from Dec. Edge contest. The purpose of this contest is to 6 through 17, 2023, where 92,928 votes were showcase the people and businesses that make cast and 259 were determined winners. our corner of the world a remarkable place to Today we announce the winners of categolive, do business and flourish. ries that run the gamut of life on the WestThe “Legendary State” is made all the more ern Edge, from the best burger and pizza, to so by the Western Edge and her serene prai- the best healthcare professional services and rie paradise, kindhearted people and eco- Realtors, to the best retail specialties and gas nomic mobility. stations. The winners are a selection of some of We seek in this publication to recognize the the best personal services that keep our homes countless individuals, professionals, organiza- in order, children educated, spirits high and tions and businesses who comprise the soul of communities strong. our community and were voted on as the very The winners have many reasons to be best by YOU, our readers and digital members. proud, but not everyone can finish first. Know
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that it does not diminish the commitment or the effort of the countless unnamed individuals, businesses and groups who share the same passion and desire to be the best they can be every day. Each and every one who gets up each morning and pulls on their boots and goes to work and tries to be the best that they can be to make a difference in our communities are the real winners. We at The Press want to congratulate the winners and encourage everyone to take notice of the awards displayed in their place of business or employment. Our goal since the beginning has been to recognize and celebrate what was this year’s Best of the Western Edge, as voted by you. Join us today in this celebration.
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Richardton Clinic
Connecting the Dickinson area to Christ “Give thanks to the Lord, call upon His name; Make His deeds known among the peoples. Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; Tell of all His wonders.” – Psalm 105:1-2
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“Our primary goal as a trusted advisor is to be available and to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make informed financial decisions. We do not accept anything less from ourselves and this is what we deliver to you.” Christopher Matysek, EA, MST Managing Partner
Christopher has years of valuable knowledge in the field of tax consulting specializing in advanced entity structures, business and estate planning, mergers and acquisitions, and multi generational wealth transfers. He is an insightful, trusted advisor with expert ability to assess business needs and goals, develop innovative concepts, and implement processes and strategies that positively impact performance and growth.
Karen Dassinger, CPA
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As a former Internal Revenue Service agent, Karen enjoys tax research and tax law interpretation. Her area of expertise is focusing on compliance and tax strategies. She is a member of the North Dakota State Board of Accountancy.
Tina Sutto, AFSP
Firm Manager • Email: TinaS@StateStreetTax.com
Tina has been with State Street Tax for over 9 years. In this time, she has set up numerous LLC’s with the ND Secretary of State. She prepares Individual and Corporate Returns. She oversees and assists with bookkeeping and accounting. Tina is a Notary Public in the State of North Dakota. Tina enjoys gardening and spending time with family and friends.
Jolene Diamond, AFSP
Administrative Associate • Email: JoleneD@StateStreetTax.com
Jolene greets our clients as they walk in the door. She directs phone calls and schedules appointments. She assists with bookkeeping, accounting and supports senior staff. Jolene enjoys spending time outdoors and with family & friends.
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2024 Best of the western edge winners PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
DISABILITY ADVOCATES Angel Advocates LLC
AUCTION COMPANY
DRY CLEANERS
Big D & E - Ed Praus Auction
Paradise Dry Cleaning and Laundry
BANK
ENGINEERING FIRM
Gate City Bank
Highlands Engineering & Surveying
COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE COMPANY
FUNERAL HOME
The Real Estate Co.
Stevenson Funeral Home
COMPUTER REPAIR
INSURANCE COMPANY
Brian Kopp
COMPUTER SALES & SERVICE Brian Kopp
CREDIT UNION
Western Cooperative Credit Union
Bravera Insurance
LAW FIRM
Ebeltoft Sickler Lawyers PLLC
MACHINE SHOP
Dakota Tool & Machine
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PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE
Parking Lot Perfections - Mark Decker
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PRINTING SERVICES Quality Quick Print Inc
PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING State Street Tax and Accounting Advisors
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
Country Rose Café
West Dakota Veterinary Clinic
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Cash Wise Foods
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The Cold Stuff
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JEREMIAH THORPE NMLS # 929494
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ROMANTIC RESTAURANT
KID FRIENDLY
Brickhouse Grille
Pizza Ranch
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LIQUOR STORE
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Country Rose Café
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AUTO BODY REPAIR
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AUTO DETAILING
Fine Details Auto Spa
AUTO GLASS REPAIR & REPLACEMENT Just-In Glass
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL
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Specializing in asphalt shingles & metal roofs. Certified installers for Certainteed & Malarkey roofing products! Locally Owned & Operated. Licensed & Insured. Dickinson, ND • 701.483.9609 kahmconstruction@gmail.com www.kahmconstruction.com
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The Hub Convenience Stores
East End Auto & Truck Parts Inc.
DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT
USED CAR LOT
Sax Motor Co.
DIESEL TRUCK REPAIR Performance Truck Center
GAS STATION
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Autorama Auto Sales and Rentals
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HEARING AID CENTER
Krystal Clear Hearing Center
BARBER SHOP
IN-HOME SENIOR CARE
DePorres House of Barbering & Lounge
Northland Pace Senior Services
BEAUTY SALON
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CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY
Sanford Health West Dickinson Clinic
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MEDICAL CLINIC
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NAIL SALON
ORTHODONTICS - BRACES
Nails Studio
Hollevoet & Welk Orthodontics
OBGYN MEDICAL CLINIC
ORTHOPEDICS - BONE
OCCUPATIONAL & PHYSICAL THERAPY
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WE ALSO PROVIDE A VARIETY OF GLUTEN-FREE OPTIONS!
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Smithies Hotshot Services
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Denny’s Electric
SENIOR CARE FACILITY
PLACE TO WORK IN THE OIL PATCH
CountryHouse Residence
Lime Rock Resources
SPA
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TANNING SALON Aloha Tan
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OIL PATCH
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Smithies Hotshot is a transportation, crane, and logistics company located in Dickinson, ND servicing the Bakken and surrounding areas for over 13 years
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THANK YOU OU Bravera is an employee- and director-owned financial institution that is proud to serve the Dickinson community.
Thank you for voting Bravera Insurance Best Insurance Company! Bravera Insurance is an equal opportunity provider. Products and services offered through Bravera Insurance are: * Not a deposit * Not FDIC insured * Not insured by any federal government agency * Not financial institution guaranteed. ADV-166
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Bakken Paws Animal Rescue
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menu item is the Surf and Turf Bowl. How does your staff and their customer service help to win this award? Our staff is always ready and eager to serve our guests. We take a lot of pride in the Qdoba brand. When you walk into Qdoba, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome from our crew and be encouraged to enjoy yourself.
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VOTED AS YOUR BEST PAINTER ON THE WESTERN EDGE Where do I start? When thinking of all of the great things my Dad has taught me or showed me, and there are a ton, the best thing I think of that my dad has shown me or shared with me is his smile. Throughout my life and even through some tough times the one thing I can always count on is to see his smile and his positive attitude. Just like his work ethic his smile comes through rain or shine. He is always willing to help out by lending a hand. He is such a family man. I know we miss him daily, but our family is proud to share him with Dickinson. If you’re lucky enough to meet my dad or know him I’m sure he will also share a joke or two along the way. Thank you Dad for everything. Love, Tiffany
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2. How long has Woofta been in business and how has that changed over time? We have been in Business for over 7 years now. So much has changed and yet still the same. We changed location in the spring of 2020. We initially did have small pets for sale but the rescue need is so great for small animals and reptiles as well that we opted out of that. We’ve had many amazing team members over the years. Bakken Paw Rescue also won Best Place to Volunteer, and Bonnie Fetch took home the Volunteer of the Year award - please tell us more about your non-profit and how you’ve helped the animals in our community. Bakken Paws fosters, vets and cares for found stray and homeless pets in our area. We adopt out to approved homes when the pets are ready. Woofta Hosts cats for Bakken paws as well as small animals and reptiles. You can meet many of the Bakken Paws cats in the Woofta Cat Room! 3. What do you want more pet owners to know about Woofta? Woofta is a local, family, women owned business! We love all the pets and families that come to see us and support us. 4. Is there anything else you’d like to add? Bakken Paws welcomes volunteers of all ages to volunteer with the cats. We also are always in need of foster families. Reach out to bakkenpaws@outlook.com if interested!
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HOME & GARDEN APPLIANCE STORE
Fleck’s Furniture & Appliance
BUILDING CONTRACTOR
LAWN CARE
Greenwood Lawn & Tree Care
LUMBER YARD
Bosch Lumber Co
MATTRESS STORE
CDB Construction
I.Keating Furniture World
CARPET CLEANERS
MORTGAGE LENDER
Action Cleaning Service
CLEANING COMPANY Action Cleaning Service
DUCT CLEANING
Action Cleaning Service
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Denny’s Electric
EXCAVATION COMPANY BG Excavation Inc
FURNITURE RENTAL
Appliance & Furniture RentAll
FURNITURE STORE
I.Keating Furniture World
GARBAGE SERVICES Public Works
GRADING & HAULING Martin Construction, Inc.
GUTTERS
Kahm Construction
HARDWARE STORE
Newby’s Ace Hardware
HEATING & AC
Fire and Ice Refrigeration Heating and Air
HOME AUDIO/VISUAL Blue Hawk Audio & Video
HOME DECOR & FURNISHINGS Joy
HOME REMODELING
Floor To Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home
Gate City Bank
PAINT STORE
Sherwin-Williams Paint Store
PAINTER
Dean Kluver Painting
PEST CONTROL
Quality Xterminators
PLUMBER
Mann’s Plumbing & Heating
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Heart River Properties
REAL ESTATE COMPANY the real estate co.
ROOFING CONTRACTOR Kahm Construction
SELF STORAGE FACILITY All Season Storage
SEPTIC SERVICES Roughrider Septic
TITLE COMPANY The Title Team
TILE CONTRACTOR/ INSTALLATION
Floor to Ceiling Carpet One
WINDOW CLEANING J B’s Window Cleaning
WINDOW REPLACEMENT Viking Glass of ND Inc
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and operated by Frank and John Fleck. They were soon joined by Frank’s sons, Al, Bill and Hank who carried on in the business from the 1940’s into the 1990’s. Hank’s wife, Gen, joined the business in the 1970’s and is still working in the accounting department. In 1996, Hank’s daughter Kris and her husband Charlie Franzen took over the business, expanding to the current location on West Villard Street in Dickinson and in 2002 opened a new location on Main Street in Bismarck. In 2008, their son Jason joined the business, managing the Bismarck store and is now co-owner with Charlie and Kris. Their daughter Stephanie also joined the business in 2017 and currently works in the Bismarck store as the office manager. In the last 25 years, appliance sales, similar to most retail operations, have been strongly affected by the internet and the influence of large box stores. This shift in the industry has led to less customer service for consumers, which does not match with our core mission of personalized attention. We therefore aligned ourselves many years ago with a large buying group called BrandSource that brings together small independent retailers like us to pool resources for better buying power/better pricing with the manufacturers along with top marketing resources, website management, and other critical business tools. This has allowed us to provide competitive pricing, good product availability, and the most current resources to be at the leading edge of the retail appliance industry.
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AGRI-BUSINESS CROP INSURANCE COMPANY Dakota Community Insurance
FARM CHEMICALS
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
FARM EQUIPMENT
Gooseneck Implement
FARM EQUIPMENT REPAIR
SEED DEALERS Ridl Farms
LIVING & LEISURE APARTMENT COMPLEX Lincoln Meadows
BIKES
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CAMPGROUND
Patterson Lake Recreation Area
CIGAR SHOP
Gooseneck Implement
DePorres House of Barbering & Lounge
FARM SUPPLIES
EVENT PLANNERS
Runnings
FEED DEALERS
Woody’s Feed & Grain Co
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Dutch Henry Retreat
FLORIST
Simply Flowers & Gifts
GIFT SHOP
Faith Expressions Christian Store
GOLF COURSE
Heart River Golf Course
GUN STORE Runnings
HOBBY/GAME STORE Battle Bunker
HOTEL/MOTEL/INN
TownePlace Suites by Marriott
INTERNET PROVIDER Consolidated Telcom
JEWELRY STORE Britton Jewelers Ltd
KID’S STORE Deja Vu Tots
PET BOARDING
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The Helena Team is ready to help you with important agronomic decisions for a successful growing season.
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Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC has grown to be one of the Nation’s foremost Agricultural and Specialty formulators and distributors in the United States. Helena Agri-Enterprises offers virtually every input that is used in production agriculture. The primary goal of Helena employees in sales locations is to help customers succeed by providing high-quality products and technical advice that turns problems into solutions.
For all your Agronomy needs • Seed • Crop Nutrition • Crop Protection • Custom Application • Precision Agronomy Services The Helena Team is ready to help you with important agronomic decisions for a successful growing season.
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Congrats to Joe Hanstad, Gate City Investment Services, voted "Best Financial Planner" in The Dickinson Press' Best of the Western Edge!
Learn more about Joe and his community involvement at GateCity.Bank/JoeHanstad • 701-551-1889
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC). Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates. Gate City Bank and Gate City Investment Services are not registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Registered representatives of LPL offer products and services using the name Gate City Investment Services, and may also be employees of Gate City Bank. These products and services are being offered through LPL or its affiliates, which are separate entities from and not affiliates of Gate City Bank or Gate City Investment Services. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are: Not Insured by FDIC or Any Other Government Agency | Not Bank Guaranteed | Not Bank Deposits or Obligations | May Lose Value
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SPORTING GOODS
BLACK JACK DEALER
Runnings
Rita Messer
SPORTS LEAGUE
Riquelmy Barrera - Blue 42 Sports Grille & Bar
STORE IN DOWNTOWN DICKINSON
Cassandra Steffes, DC - Steffes & Selinger Chiropractic
STORE IN PRAIRIE HILLS MALL
Jackie Ewoniuk - Little Free Pantries
TATTOO
Pete Dobitz - DHS Baseball Head Coach
TOURIST ATTRACTION
Sarah Crossingham - School of Education
TRAVEL AGENCY
Russ Fast - Therapy Solutions
WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE
Jared W. Gietzen - Kubik, Bogner, Ridl & Selinger PLLP
Carlos Machado Jiu Jitsu Faith Expressions Christian Store Backyard Play Cafe
Altered Ink Tattoo Parlor Medora Musical
All Travel Matters
The Saucy Blonde Boutique
VAPE SHOP Vapes
INDIVIDUALS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Angel Kessel - Roosevelt Elementary School
ARCHITECT
Derek Twogood - GT Architecture
ATTORNEY
Marissa Cerkoney - Ebeltoft Sickler Lawyers
AUCTIONEER
Ed Binstock - Big E Auction Service
AUDIOLOGIST
CHEF
CHIROPRACTOR
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR COACH
COLLEGE PROFESSOR - DSU COUNSELOR
CRIMINAL ATTORNEY DELIVERY PERSON Randy Binstock - UPS
DENTIST
Dr. Duffy Meyer - High Plains Dental
DJ
Norris Marx - Rusty Rail
ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY
Marissa Cerkoney - Ebeltoft Sickler Lawyers
FAMILY MEDICINE PROVIDER
Elizabeth Fridrich - CHI St. Alexius Health
FINANCIAL PLANNER
Joe Hanstad - Gate City Bank
GUNSMITH
Krystal Mann - Krystal Clear Hearing Center
NightOwl Repair - Joe Ackerman
AUTO SALESPERSON
Jared Steiner - Sax Motor Co.
David Dolechek - Farmers Insurance
BANKER
Shantel Twogood - Heart River Elementary
Darian Casavant - Kirkwood Bank & Trust (Tie) Jeremiah Thorpe - Dakota Community Bank & Trust (Tie)
BARBER
Paul Ellerkamp - DePorres House of Barbering & Lounge
INSURANCE AGENT
MUSIC INSTRUCTOR NURSE
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*INSURANCE: NOT FDIC INSURED I NO BANK GUARANTEE I MAY LOSE VALUE I NOT A DEPOSIT I NOT INSURED BY ANY GOVERNMENT AGENCY. DAKOTA COMMUNITY INSURANCE SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER.
Backyard Play Cafe ! u o Y k n a Th BEST PLACE FOR KIDS TO HAVE FUN! We appreciate your support for our small business!
BEST store in prairie Hills mall! PLAY DATES & COFFEE DATES BIRTHDAY PARTIES BALLOONS, DECOR & MORE! SPECIAL EVENTS HOLIDAY FUN FAMILY GATHERINGS CORPORATE CATERING
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PHYSICAL THERAPIST
OBSTETRICIAN/ GYNECOLOGY DOCTOR
Kori Knudson, PT - RehabVisions
Dr. Tom Arnold - West River Health Services
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Taia Klaman - Inspiration Station
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Rayel McCoy Chatter Pediatric Therapy
RADIO PERSONALITY
Rod Kleinjan - KDIX Radio
OPTOMETRIST
REALTOR®
John Hanstad - Badlands Eye Clinic
Ashlee Kelleher, Realtor - Century 21 Morrison Realty
PEDIATRICIAN
SCHOOL PARAPROFESSIONAL
Marc Ricks, MD - Sanford Health
Beth Decker - Trinity Elementary East (Tie) Sara Berger - Heart River Elementary (Tie)
PERSONAL TRAINER
Natalie Hall - West River Community Center
SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
Henry Mack - Roosevelt Elementary
PET GROOMER
SCHOOL TEACHER - ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Cailie Brewer - The Barking Lot
Angela Skaarvold - Hope Christian Academy
PHARMACIST
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SCHOOL TEACHER - HIGH SCHOOL Pete Dobitz - Dickinson High School
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (SLP)
Aubrey Bjordal - Chatter Pediatric Therapy
TRAVEL AGENT
Rachel Buresh - All American Travel
VETERINARIAN
Pete Dobitz
Henry Mack
Sara Berger
Best School Teacher - HS Dickinson High School
Best School Principal Roosevelt Elementary
Best School Paraprofessional (Tie) Heart River Elementary
Dr. Tim Janke - West Dakota Veterinary Clinic
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Bonnie Fetch - Bakken Paws Animal Rescue
WAITRESS/WAITER
Brittney Schnaidt - Blue 42 Sports Grille & Bar
WELDER
Shantel Twogood
Angel Kessel
Best Music Instructor Heart River Elementary
Best Administrative Assistant Roosevelt Elementary
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Congratulations on winning in the Home & Garden category “Best Electrical Contractor” and an Oilfield category “Best Laydown”. Denny’s Electric is proving to be a multifaceted company. What can you tell us about your history? Since 1978, Denny’s has been a family-owned and operated business serving the Dickinson community and surrounding areas! This company was founded by Denny and June Haller. Denny’s passing in 2006 turned ownership to his son Cory Haller, along with his wife Joelene. Denny’s son Danny is also the company’s VP and Operations Manager. The company went through the ’80s oil boom in the area specializing in service, and industrial work. In the ’90s, the generator business was brought on board, and we grew our service work to many residential, commercial, restaurant, and agricultural areas. The company grew to service most of Southwestern ND in the ’90s. In the ’90s, we also grew to do electric motor repairs for agricultural, commercial and industrial divisions. When Cory took over the company after his dad’s passing, the company moved to our current location we are at today. The company grew quickly after that point offering the highest, cutting-edge services to our area, putting us ahead of our competition and giving the company the competitive edge needed to be the leader we are today in our industry. Our goals are to keep the
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What sets Denny’s Electric apart from others in your industry? Denny’s Electric is versified in all areas of the electrical industry, covering everything from basic residential electrical services all the way to commercial an gnarly everything in between. What are services you offer that some people in the area do not know about? Residential, Commercial, Industrial and
Service. We also do Smart Home Automation, we are a WINCO and Generac Select Dealer and servicer. For anyone looking to get into the electrician field, what differentiates Denny’s Electric from other companies in southwest ND? Denny’s Electric is now offering an Apprenticeship Program. We are always looking for highly motivated individuals to join our team of skilled professionals. Some area residents might be surprised to learn you sell and service spas, what can you tell us about Blu Haven Spas? Blu Haven Spas is Dickinson’s premier Hot Tub & Sauna Dealer. We offer free delivery if within 100 miles. We’re happy to provide local technicians that are Sundance Certified. We have been selling spas locally for over 20 years. Not only do we prepare you for owning your spa, we are there along the way with any questions or service you may need. Rest easy knowing that we will make certain your shopping experience is excellent, because we understand the things that are meaningful to you: family, friends and creating memories that will last your whole life. When it comes to Dickinson spa dealers, we’re the finest around. 2024 BEST OF THE WESTERN EDGE | 61
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and much more. Despite their differing titles, each member A staple in the Dickinson community for more than 20 of the CountryHouse team is committed to resident care years, CountryHouse provides exceptional care for indiSS| THEDICKIN E R P SO N and plays their part to ensure the health and happiness viduals with memory loss, most often due to a diagnoN O S of all. sis of dementia. Over time, we’ve grown in Our care team, under the oversight of both memory care expertise and the services Director of Nursing Jaycee Holcomb, prowe’re able to provide for the residents of our vides expert and loving care for all residents. community. As the area’s only assisted livBEST OF THE We’re thrilled that Jaycee was named one of ing community that’s completely dedicated the top 3 nurses in our area. She is a caring to memory care, we’re proud to have served WESTERN EDGE and dedicated professional who consistently goes hundreds of families, both local to Dickinson RE E above and beyond to provide exceptional care for and further away within our surrounding region. A DE C I RS ’ C H O all who reside in our community. Individuals from North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana have made CountryHouse their home. Life enriching opportunities Families that choose CountryHouse for their loved one, typically do The biggest thing that makes CountryHouse unique is our commitso for these reasons: ment to life enrichment. We focus on ensuring good resident health in four ways: physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual. Daily bus rides get residents out and about, lunches at restaurants or outings to other A homelike atmosphere Any good memory care community should feel like home, and local events or hotspots keep residents connected to the communiCountryHouse is no exception. No space is off-limits to residents of ty-at-large. Fun everyday activities like exercise, flower arranging, our community, we encourage them to make full use of their entire playing cards, crafts, manicures, and live music keep our days exciting. home. Every day, you can see smiles, interactions between residents At CountryHouse, we take every opportunity to celebrate – whether it’s something special like a birthday or holiday, or even just a day that and staff, and a loving environment that promotes comfort for all. ends in “y.” If you’re curious about memory care or looking for a home for someExceptional Staff Our team consists of caregivers, med-techs, administrators, life one who you love, reach out to CountryHouse. We invite you to take enrichment staff, culinary professionals, maintenance specialists a tour of our community and experience our uniqueness for yourself! 2024 BEST OF THE WESTERN EDGE | 63
EDUCATING THE WHOLE STUDENT - MIND, BODY AND SOUL
Trinity Catholic Schools CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL RECIPIENTS OF THE 2024 BEST OF THE WESTERN EDGE READER'S CHOICE AWARDS!
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO VOTED!
BEST AREA MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Trinity Junior High & High School
BEST PARAPROFESSIONAL (tie) Mrs. Beth Decker - TEE
BEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trinity Elementary West
BEST COMMUNITY EVENT Trinity Mardi Gras
BEST PRESCHOOL Titan Tots Preschool
BEST BOOSTER CLUB Trinity Athletic Boosters
BEST PLACE TO WORK Trinity Catholic Schools
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recognize that they are called to be saints, and they are able to Congratulations on winning Best Preschool - Titan Tots Preschool, Best Elementary School - Trinity Elementary witness faithful people living out vocations as married perSS| THEDICKIN E R P SO N N West, and Best Area Middle/High School - Trinity Catholic sons, individuals, priests, and those called to religious life. SO Schools! Please let us know what you attribute to these well-deserved wins ranging from PreK You won Booster Club - Titan Athletic Boostthrough Senior High. ers and Community Event - Trinity Mardi Gras To receive these accolades for our schools - how does your fundraising help the students BEST OF THE serving early childhood through high school and tell us a little bit about this year’s Mardi WESTERN EDGE is truly an honor and a nod to our system-wide Gras event. commitment to our mission. The mission of Trinity RE While we are one of the most affordable nonpublic A DE CE I O R H S’ C Catholic Schools, “educating the whole student – mind, schools in the state, as a vibrant, 501(c)(3) nonprofit school body, and soul” is central to how we approach education each system we rely on fundraising efforts to help offset to the cost day and we are aligned in this mission. In addition, our Titan of educating our students and keep tuition affordable for families. Our families are committed to our mission and appreciate our approach to Titan family of alumni and friends reaches far and wide, and much of partnering with them in the formation of their children. As such, they recognize the valuable opportunity they have in being able to send their this legacy comes from the significant opportunities to volunteer alongchildren through the Trinity Catholic Schools system from preschool side good friends while helping our beloved schools. This year, we are until they walk across the stage with their high school diploma in hand. celebrating the 60th Annual Mardi Gras, making it the longest-running Throughout our schools, our team strives to awaken greatness in each community event in Dickinson. As one can imagine, it takes thousands student, helping them to achieve their potential in becoming who God of volunteer hours to achieve success through this event each year. This called them to be, and this spreads beyond the classroom and into our year, we are thrilled to welcome “Surf’s up,” a Beach Boys Tribute band, many extra-curricular and volunteer opportunities—in essence, helping and will continue to offer our delicious meals, our popular raffle featuring our students to be their best at every age and stage helped us to earn the grand prize of a brand new car, our entertaining Midway carnival, and this recognition for being our best at every Trinity school and we are so everyone’s favorite, BINGO! This three-day event is a community staple, but is only one of several ways that our Titan Family connects with one grateful for this recognition. another. Our Trinity Athletic Boosters are one of the many ways our You also won Best Place to Work - Trinity Catholic Schools, and Beth Titan Family comes together for the benefit of our students and schools Decker at TEE tied for Best School Paraprofessional - please tell us how and they really are the best! They work year-round to help raise money your staff plays an integral role for TCS. to support our athletes and help with things like facilities improvements We are blessed by the love and dedication our talented faculty and and transportation needs; and while doing so, our volunteers find themstaff bring to Trinity Catholic Schools every single day. An often shared selves creating lifelong friendships while advancing the mission of Trinity quote from John C. Maxwell is “you’re only as good as the people you have Catholic Schools. around you.” This sentiment holds true at Trinity—our faculty and staff are instrumental to our success as a school system and to being named What do you want more families with school age children to know the Best Place to Work. Beth Decker is one of the many people who make about Trinity Catholic Schools? Trinity such a special place and it is a joy to see her recognized as Best When considering a nonpublic education for their children, the first School Paraprofessional because she is so deserving. She is a Trinity things that seem to stand out are the simple, yet valuable differences— graduate herself, a Trinity parent and she represents so well the many like small class sizes, standard dress (aka: uniforms), and traditional incredible people working in our schools. In addition to supporting our values. Upon closer look, parents then learn that Trinity Catholic Schools teachers each day and helping our kids, Beth goes above and beyond— attending games and activities outside of school so she can cheer them on offers a unique educational experience for families who seek to awaken both inside and outside of the classroom. Beth truly adores our kids and greatness in their children. Using the three pillars of Catholic school they adore her. To ensure we recruit and retain top talent like Beth, our formation: intellectual, human, and religious, we are able to offer rigorous administration and school board embrace a “hiring for mission” strategy academics, impactful extracurricular experiences, and significant opporthat helps connect great faculty and staff who are here to help us achieve tunities for students to develop their faith. Our core values demonstrate, our mission, while helping them on their professional and personal life in a meaningful way, tangible concepts that help our students become journeys. Time and time again, we hear feedback that our team finds successful in their future endeavors. Parents who are looking for an edusatisfaction in living out their vocation, and being called to something cational experience where they are valued partners in helping their chilbigger at Trinity Catholic Schools. We bring Christ in the classroom, not dren recognize their potential as positive contributors in Christ’s world only through prayer, but by helping our students understand the biggest should schedule a tour or visit us to learn more about the significant value subjects and how God shaped the world in which we live. Students of Catholic education! 2024 BEST OF THE WESTERN EDGE | 65
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Best of the Western Edge Fun Facts RECORD SETTING YEAR
Record number of Contest Participants (6,710) and Winners (259) during the 2024 Best of the Western Edge Readers’ Choice Contest
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This is The Dickinson Press’ 7th year of hosting the Best of the Western Edge Readers’ Choice Contest.
The most amount of votes cast for any contest participant, Randy Binstock, UPS (Best Delivery Person) had the most votes cast this year.
The increase of winners from year 1 to year 7. In 2018 there were 166 winners/ categories. In the 2024 contest there were 259 winners/categories. A few of the new categories to be added next year are Best Property Manager and Best Home Design/Drafting!
The date the 2024 Best of the Western Edge Readers’ Choice Contest will start: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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2024 Best of the Western Edge Readers’ Choice Contest
The nomination phase ran from 11/22/23 - 12/3/23. Contest participants had the opportunity to create original nominations for area businesses and individuals. After this initial stage of the contest, the top 3 (or more in the case of a tie) nominees in each category moved onto the voting phase from 12/6/23 - 12/17/23.
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Nomination: 11/27/24 - 12/8/24 Voting: 12/11/24 - 12/22/24 Winner’s Announced in the Winner’s Magazine: 1/29/25 https://thedickinsonpress.secondstreetapp. com/2025-Best-of-the-Western-EdgeReaders-Choice-Contest/ Questions or comments about the contest? Want to see something added next time? Please call Jenn Binstock, Advertising Sales Director, at The Dickinson Press at 701-456-1222.
To our 2024 Best of the Western Edge Sweepstakes Winner, Lakyn Lombard, of Dickinson, ND. Lakyn cast nominations and votes which resulted in winning a $100 gift card to a winning business of their choice. Congratulations Lakyn, and thank you to all the contest participants that took the time to nominate and vote this year!
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