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Dear Valued Readers,
Summer is upon us! We may not have hit the official “first day of summer,” but with so many counting the days by the schedule of the school year, I think we can safely say we’re all in the summer frame of mind.
For many, summer is a time of relaxation. But for others it can be even busier than the rest of the year. Summer sports, travel and vacations (which are not always relaxing,) outdoor projects and more can make the summer fly past in the blink of an eye. September may hit and you’re left feeling like you’ve run a marathon.
This is just my friendly reminder to slow down — even if it's just for a bit. Maybe it comes as I find myself in the middle ages of my life, but taking a few moments for myself has become more of a priority, even if it is just literally a moment. I sit drinking my morning coffee listening to the sounds of the birds, watching them at the feeder; the hummingbirds visiting the flowers I planted just for them; walking barefoot through our garden for just a few minutes to pick a couple of weeds if I don’t have a lot of time to spend. It’s still worth it for the grounding it provides; sitting with my eyes closed as the sun radiates in the morning, bathing my body and soul with sunshine. It’s a lot of the little things I’ve talked about here and in the lifestyle articles I’ve written in the past.
But you don’t have to take my word for it (sorry, LeVar Burton just lives in my head!) All these little things have scientific evidence proving the benefits they provide. Seatherny, the feeling of serenity one feels when listening to bird sounds, has been linked to lower stress levels, reduced anxiety and increased relaxation. Walking barefoot in grass or dirt has also been shown to reduce stress, boost immunity, improve sleep, reduce inflammation and enhance circulation. As I’ve discussed before, getting the early morning sun can, again, help reduce stress and anxiety, and helps with sleep by resetting your circadian rhythm.
We can’t all afford to while away the summer the way we wish we could, but if we can carve out just a few minutes here and there, we might all be able to enjoy those moments of summer and feel a little more refreshed and relaxed.
Wishing you moments of basking in the sunshine and rolling in the dirt — the way your favorite pet does, Kary Moltzan
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Cuisines from around the world
CULTURAL EATERIES ABOUND IN DOWNTOWN WILLISTON
3E, A TURKISH CUISINE RESTAURANT, IS ONE OF THE MANY ETHNIC EATERIES THAT ADD TO THE CULTURALLY DIVERSE PALATE OF DOWNTOWN WILLISTON. | PHOTO BY ERICA KINGSTON
With a stroll down the sidewalks of downtown Williston, amidst the flowering gardens on the street corners, the quaint storefronts and the tall, age-old buildings with rich history, one can quench the craving for a wide array of cultural cuisines.
The blocks that make up Williston’s downtown boast an extensive menu of ethnic food choices. From decadent Turkish baklava to the savory Filipino chicken adobo and Hawaiian barbeque, downtown has much to offer its patrons.
Star Thai Cuisine
A thai restaurant with fresh ingredients that are plated with care and a menu ranging from pad thai to Mongolian stir fry.
Star Thai Cuisine is open Monday through Saturday and is located at 413 Main Street. Their menu and online ordering is available at starthaicuisine.net.
Basil Sushi Bar and Asian Bistro
Fresh Japanese food with an extensive menu of sushi, appetizers, noodles, main dishes and drinks.
Located at 16 E Broadway, Basil is open Tuesday through Sunday and is available for online orders as well as Uber Eats and Doordash. Their menu can be found at basilwilliston.com.
3E Pastry Cafe
This Turkish/Mediterranean restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday at 14 Second Street West for take-out and dine-in ordering of authentic Halal Mediterranean foods.
Their menu includes Turkish tea and
coffee, kabobs, gyros and a wide assortment of pastries from baklava to cakes. 3E can be found on Facebook and Instagram with a menu online through Doordash.
Karinderya by Seb and Nik
With a menu full of authentic Filipino dishes, drinks and deserts, Kerinderya is a bustling eatery with occasional live music.
Kerinderya is located at 8 West Broadway, in the old GoGo Donuts, with a menu found online at their Facebook page.
Hula’s Asian Hawaiian BBW
This Asian/Hawaiian restaurant is a Williston favorite. Located at 23 Main Street, their website of hulas2.com states that their “food is not fancy — just simple, lots of it, and ‘ono’ (good.)”
Hula’s is open every day of the week and their menu can be found online at their website.
3 Amigos Southwest Grill
This Tex-Mex/Southwestern burrito shop can be found at 1007 Main Street and at events around town supporting the community.
Open all day, every day of the weak, 3 Amigos offers catering alongside dine-in and delivery. Order online and view their menu at 3amigosgrill.com.
American, BBQ, upscale and deserts
While downtown provides cultural eateries, it is also rich in American restaurants — Pita Palace, Courthouse Cafe, Hardees and Dairy Queen. BBQ offered by PD’s Smoke Shack and Pit 101, Sagas and The Eleven Restaurant and Lounge for an upscale experience and Whisk It Good bakery and
MySwirl Self Serve Frozen Yogurt to suffice a sweet tooth.
As Petula Clark says in her famous “Downtown” song, “Go downtown, things will be great when you’re downtown. No finer place for sure — downtown, everything’s waiting for you.”
Summer events downtown
The Williston Downtowners Association is a 501(c)6 nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and support downtown businesses and events to market the downtown district as a destination and enhance the quality of life. Along with supporting downtown restaurants and businesses, the WDA is gearing up for the seasonal events they host in downtown Williston.
Coming up next week on June 7 is Crazy Days offering deals at downtown businesses, pop-up shops, food vendors and kids activities. The Art and Wine Walk will commence on June 20 with a stroll downtown with art, food and wine.
Summer Nights on Main’s live music and vendors will begin on July 2 and continue each Thursday until the end of August. The Main Street Market will start up on Saturdays beginning on July 13 through September 28.
For more information on Wiliston’s downtown and the WDA events, visit their website at willistondowntown.com.
ERICA KINGSTON ekingmediawriter@gmail.com
Erica is a freelance writer and copy editor. She is a wife and mother of four who believes in the comfort and power of words.
"Adventure Begins at Your Library" with Williston's summer reading program
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WILLISTON — Readers of all ages are invited to come together this summer as the Williston Community Library kicks off their annual summer reading program.
This year’s theme OF “Adventure Begins At Your Library,” encourages readers of all ages to find fun and adventure in reading. Families are invited to join the Summer Reading Kickoff Bash on June 5 from 4-7 p.m.
Beginning at 4 p.m., the library will have a bubble machine, face painting with Natasha’s Canvas, putt-putt mini golf on the lawn and Jer Bear’s Sno Shack, with magician Jeff Quinn from 6-7 p.m.
The 2024 Summer Reading Program is free and open to the community, and all ages are welcome, with programs for youth, teens, tweens and adults. The Library is partnering with local entities including the Boy Scouts, Lewis & Clark State Park, Williams County and others to bring the com-
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munity together through stories, games and activities. These all-ages activities include programs, prize drawings, story times, special events and more.
"Sometimes kids get into the 'summer slide' where they lose some of that knowledge they gained over the school year,” said Children’s Librarian Morgan Keyser. “Participating in the Summer Reading Program is a way to prevent that slide from happening and keep them learning throughout the summer. We hope these programs and activities will engage them and let them learn while still having fun."
Registration for “Adventure Begins At Your Library” is open now. Register before the Bash to save time and skip the line. For more information, call the library at 701774-8805 or visit our website, www.willistonndlibrary.com.
Follow the Williston Community Library on Facebook and Instagram @willistoncommunitylibrary and YouTube @ Williston Community Library – Williston, ND.
to decide if 81 is too old for public office
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NORTH DAKOTA — North Dakota voters will decide on June 11 whether to implement an age limit for state and some federal office holders. If approved, individuals aged 81 or older by December 31 of the year prior to the end of their term would be ineligible to run for statewide office, though this restriction would not apply to presidential candidates.
This measure, which would make North Dakota the first state to set such age limits, has raised concerns about potential legal challenges. Secretary of State Michael Howe warned that defending the measure in court could cost the state at least $1 million, citing the 1995 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in U.S. Term Limits, Inc. vs. Thornton, which prohibits states from imposing additional qualifications on federal office holders.
In addition to the age limit measure, North Dakota voters will select the Republican nominee for governor. With Gov. Doug Burgum not seeking another term, he has endorsed his lieutenant governor, Tammy Miller. The North Dakota Republican Party has endorsed U.S. Rep. Kelly Armstrong, who is leaving Congress to run for governor. The primary winner will face Democratic state Sen. Merrill Piepkorn in November. For the lieutenant governor race, Republican candidates Rep. Michelle Strinden and Secretary of Commerce Josh Teigen are competing, while Patrick Hart is the sole Democrat running. Absentee and mail-in voting are already underway, with ballots due by June 10.
Adapted from "Is 81 too old for public office? North Dakota voters will decide June 11," by Kim Jarrett, The Center Square. View the original article by scanning the QR Code.
Report: ND again ranks high for workplace danger
MIKE MOEN Prairie News ServiceNORTH DAKOTA — North Dakota has not managed to substantially reverse its rate of workplace fatalities. An annual report puts the state in the top five in the category.
The findings, from the national arm of the AFL-CIO, show more than 5,000 people were killed on the job in the U.S. in 2022, and it ranks North Dakota second in the nation for the highest worker death rate.
Landis Larson, president of the North Dakota AFL-CIO, feels the state is not seeing much improvement compared to past reports. The authors said the Biden administration has stepped up safety enforcement but Occupational Safety and Health Administration resources are still low.
Larson emphasized the lack of help is felt locally.
"North Dakota does not have its own state OSHA program, so they rely on the federal government," Larson pointed out.
"We only have seven inspectors in the state. "
In addition to boosting federal resources, Larson would like to see North Dakota overhaul policy to the way for more legal action against employers failing to prioritize safety. In a statement, the state's labor commissioner said worker deaths are lower than a decade ago and his team is committed to working with partner agencies to safeguard workers.
Larson also called on workers themselves to take action if they observe dangerous conditions on the job.
"If you have a safety issue, then you call OSHA," Larson urged. "If you give them your name, you will be protected by OSHA and that will actually spur an investigation into your workplace."
Meanwhile, agriculture and mining, oil and gas extraction topped the national list for industries with the highest fatality rates, as well as being the major drivers of North Dakota's economy.
Health & Wellness
Wellness Wednesday Wellness in the workplace
There has been an ever-increasing awareness of mental health in the workplace. Have you been aware of some of the workplace trends that gained momentum in the past few years? You’ve probably heard several new buzzwords that keep popping up in every industry, such as work-life balance, flexibility, burnout, setting boundaries and even “quiet quitting.” These trends have been indicated by an increase in job turnover that is due to a workforce that is so stressed out that people are emotionally and/or physically worn out. But what does it all mean and what can you do to better manage your own wellness in the workplace?
How do you know if you are in “burnout”? Here are some signs and symptoms of job burnout. Ask yourself: Do you have to drag yourself to work and have trouble getting started? Do you lack energy to do your job well? Is it hard to focus on your job? Have you lost patience with co-workers or customers? Do you feel little satisfaction from what you get done?
Other indicators can be feeling drained, sad, irritable or depressed. These feelings can lead to feelings of hopelessness that can lead to a physical illness by impairing the immune system and/or increasing the chances of heart disease, high blood pressure or diabetes. No one wants to keep working in a place that creates all of these
symptoms of burnout.
The good news is that the increasing awareness of mental health has driven a need to identify the problems. This drive has in turn led to an improved understanding of the causes and the creation of new resources. To find the right resource, first you must identify your source of stress and frustration at work. Here are some possible causes:
Lack of control. Not having a say in how you do your job, such as your schedule, assignments or workload, can lead to job burnout. Not having what you need to do your work also can add to burnout.
Lack of clarity about what's expected of you. If you're not sure what your boss or others want from you, you're not likely to feel like you're doing a good job. Conflicts with others. Maybe you work with an office bully. Or you feel that coworkers are against you. Or your boss is too involved with your work. These conflicts can add to job stress.
Too much or too little to do. Maybe your job is boring. Or it's so busy you can't keep up with the demands. In these situations, you need a lot of energy to stay focused. This can lead to fatigue and job burnout.
Lack of support. If you feel alone at work and in your personal life, you might feel more stressed.
Problems with work-life balance. Problems with work-life balance. Maybe your work takes up so much of your time and energy that you have nothing left for family and friends. This lack of balance can lead to job burnout.
After identifying the source(s) of stress, look at your options for improvement. Try talking to your boss about your concerns and brainstorm ways to solve the problems. Seek support from co-workers, friends or loved ones because talking can help you cope and feeling like you belong protects against burnout. Try doing a relaxing activity or get exercise to relieve some tension. Practice mindfulness and be aware of what is going on inside of you so that you can set realistic goals. You can also reduce conflict through professional developments and team building. Have you heard of Real Colors or Generations in the Workplace? These are great lessons that improve understanding and communication among co-workers. Contact me to set this up or to get more information. There are many free, new resources that have been made available to our community to help with mental health. The Upper Missouri District Health Unit has an online resource called “Credible Mind” that allows people to do a self assessment of their mental health, topics and insights to learn more and lists of commu-
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KATELYN JESPERSEN WILLIAMS COUNTY FAMILY & COMMUNITY WELLNESS EXTENSION AGENT
nity resources. There are some really great podcasts to listen to and articles to read that are specific to issues that you may be facing. Until next time, continue extending knowledge and changing lives with NDSU Extension.
The Society of the Strange and Peculiar: Rickford, N.D.
BY MICHAEL RICE AND ROB STAFFORDmichaelricewrites@gmail.com robisdreaming@gmail.com
This is part tree of a three-part story. The Society of the Strange and Peculiar is an analog horror serial about the fictional town of Rickford, ND and the events that transpired there.
April 9th, 2022. Day 2.
Swung by the local you-drive and picked up a rental for the time being. After driving approximately #s miles north and # miles west, I stumbled along a two-track leading up and over, what I believe the locals call a “Prairie Pothole.” The only identifier of the trail was a mutilated moose carcass that buzzards enjoyed as a buffet.
At the base of the kettle, the track was washed out from melted snow. I feared the small, front wheel drive icebox the renter talked me into would find an early grave in
the soft mud. Thankfully, yesterday’s luck held out, and I dragged up the trail. Cresting the hill, I white knuckled the steering wheel as I plummeted down the steep backside. But, as any brave adventurer knows, the quest must go on (and always get the best
insurance package!)
My journey ended abruptly as the dirt path turned to a grassy field that was outlined by dead underbrush. As if to punctuate my isolation, a tumbleweed rolled by. The brush went out approximately five hundred feet on each side of the road, creating a large square. Possibly the village green?
First on my to-do list was to set up my tent. I’m glad Investigator Hanson recommended doubling my tent peg count. Even with two stakes to a loop, I’m worried I’ll return to home base to find my tent has danced away with the wind. My back is barking, like a dog standing down the postman, after digging a small fire pit and latrine.
After observing the aerials of the area back in Minneapolis, I believe we’ve found the large prairie pothole that was Witch Lake. Jo Michaels, in all her geological geniusness, says it has the telltale signs of a local watering hole that has evaporated. Once I am fully settled in, I will make the three mile trek over the plains. As for today, I will stick to the immediate area.
P.S. Walking around the green, there are slight variations (a maximum of two inches high but at times less than one) in the landscape. Underneath parts of the mounds, I found some rotted wood, small pieces of worked clay, shards of bone, and a blue copper soap dish. The unnerving part was these discoveries were at seemingly random locations. Digging through some raised earth, I found only dirt. Elsewhere, it would be a pile of small skeletal fragments which don’t appear human; each fragment having a strange turbulent texture. Instead of a smooth surface, they were bumpy and rough, like an outcropping of a rock. The copper soap dish, if I’m remembering my history right, appears to be of a late 19th century make.
P.S.S. At nightfall, a prairie dog approached the outskirts of the foliage and would not stop barking at me. While cute at first, I had to chase it back down its hole to find some tranquility. Hopefully, my new neighbors won’t drive me mad during the investigation.
Religion
Through A Lutheran Lens: What “IF ”the Geeks inherited the church
PASTOR ZACH HARRIS First Lutheran ChurchJust this past week, the movie “IF” starring Ryan Reynolds happened to come out the same weekend as the Church festival of Pentecost. I thought it was kind of clever on its face, since IF stands for “Imaginary Friend” while Pentecost is the celebration of the coming of the Holy Spirit to those first disciples. Even a casual observer of previews would gather that the movie’s plot is a lament for adults who have lost the ability to “see” their imaginary friends who earlier in life not only contributed a form of companionship, but also confidence and inspiration toward one’s giftedness and happiness in life. One might want to draw parallels to the “unseen” yet inspiring nature of the Third member of
the Trinity—perhaps even going so far as to suggest that the Imaginary Friend phenomenon is simply a secularization of something spiritualists and mystics in the Church have been proclaiming for centuries.
That’s the kind of theological equations that I’ve been drawing for most of my career in ministry. I’ve generally called it the use of the modern metaphor, but many now simply call it Geek ministry. It’s been highly on my mind the past few weeks in planning a Vacation Bible School based on DC and Marvel Superheroes the first week in June because two of my colleagues in this endeavor are coming to help out. Louis Small Jr. who is a professional comic book artist and who has drawn for both Marvel and DC has helped me put on Comicons previously is coming to help out. And fellow Pastor Hector Miray who has a whole series of books, podcasts, and media called Faith and Fandom (and has
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spoken at the big Comic Con in San Diego) is coming to be the Bible Study leader. But all this really gelled in my thoughts as I’ve had conversation after conversation the past few weeks about the way the Geeky worlds of superheroes, Star Wars, and the like rarely push people apart, but rather pull people together with a common, shared starting point for sharing everything from opinions to the Gospel message itself.
That’s why I think “IF” really should have been “IE.” Because, I don’t think people today so much have “imaginary friends” as much as they have “imaginary enemies.” Rather than having an imaginary rabbit named Harvey helping someone out, folks are much more likely to imagine that anyone who is on the other side of whatever line they might want to draw (racial, political, socio-economic) is my enemy. And trust me, if you want something imaginary about hu-
manity in God’s eyes, those are it! Just check out one of my favorite verses in Galatians 3:28. Paul nails it when he throws all those divisions out to simply declare us as ONE.
So, if you’re tired of hate-speech and divisiveness, you might want to look with a different perspective. One that can find God’s Spirit prompting a message in the most common of means in the least dividing ways possible. And if you just look with a bit of an open heart and mind you too might find a Geek viewfinder. Afterall, the main complaint about all that Geeky culture is that they are not looking at this world but at other worlds beyond. And maybe, that’s just what we need to do to see God’s Kingdom in our future as well as walking right beside us!
Pastor Zach Harris has been an ordained minister for 33 years and currently serves First Lutheran Church in Williston.
Government
Agriculture and Energy Leaders Endorses Julie Fedorchak for the US House
NORTH DAKOTA PETROLEUM COUNCILAgriculture and energy are the cornerstones of North Dakota’s economy. Not only do we feed and fuel the world, but we also provide thousands of good jobs and billions in federal, state, and local tax revenue. Those taxes paid fund schools, roads, flood protection, and social services across our great state. Virtually every corner of the state and every person living in North Dakota benefits from agriculture and energy production.
The food and energy we produce are also among the cleanest, most environmentally friendly of any in the world. We take pride in being good stewards of the land and air. And we are in it for the long haul. If allowed, we will provide low-cost food and fuel to North Dakota and beyond for generations to come.
Unfortunately, our state’s leading economic engines are under relentless attack by the federal government and radical environmentalists. Through regulation, fiscal policy and punitive taxation, Washington is throttling our ability to provide energy
and food security to America. To help hold these forces at bay and roll back the most serious threats to our very existence, we need to send a proven fighter to Congress. But not just any fighter, but rather, we need someone who wins the fight.
Our state only gets one voice in the United States House of Representatives. We need someone who can work with others… who can build coalitions with a common
goal…who understands our industries and how to successfully reign in this unfair and unwise onslaught on our key industries.
Most importantly, we need someone who can and will win. We need Julie Fedorchak as our next representative in the U.S. House.
Julie has a 20-year record of excellence in public service. She is a lifelong resident of North Dakota. She understands what we need in Washington and how to deliver for North Dakota. For example:
When the federal government wanted to impose crippling cap and trade policies, Julie was at the front line fighting for all of us.
When federal regulators tried to forcefeed us their radical environmental agenda, Julie was there to stand tall for agriculture and energy producers.
In recognition of her achievements, Julie was recently elected President of the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners.
Under her leadership, North Dakota:
• enjoys the lowest utility rates in the nation.
• permitted $15 billion worth of projects creating tens of thousands of jobs.
• implemented a state rail safety program that dramatically reduced rail
accidents.
• created innovative ways to connect rural areas to natural gas service.
• enhanced the state pipeline reclamation program.
Time and time again, Julie has proven herself to be the person who can get things done. In fact, Julie Fedorchak is the only candidate for the US House who has been actively engaged in fighting for our energy and ag sectors. She can be trusted to do the right thing. And she will work tirelessly in the best interest of all North Dakotans.
That’s why the agriculture and energy industries support Julie Fedorchak for Congress. Our farmers, ranchers, coal miners, power plant operators, and the oil and gas industry understand the importance of having a strong voice advocating for them in Washington DC. Without energy security, we do not have food security, economic security, or national security.
Please join us in voting for Julie Fedorchak for Congress.
Signed,
Doug Goehring, North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner
Ron Ness, NDPC Federal PAC
Jason Bohrer, Lignite PAC
Five Favorite Shade Trees BUSINESS
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Few things add to the aesthetic of an outdoor environment more than trees. Trees offer numerous benefits to us and to the landscape. Unfortunately in the climates of the Western Dakotas and Eastern Montana, we do not receive enough annual rainfall to support tree life natively. The annual rainfall needed to support tree life naturally is around 35 inches of annual precipitation. Here in Western ND, we come up short of that number by over half! That coupled with some of our soil challenges, it is no wonder we struggle with trees in our region. From the benefits of producing oxygen that we breathe to the shade and cooling that they provide to the privacy and wind protection, there are many reasons for planting trees. In this five part series, I’ll give you a few of my favorite “Shade Tree” choices for our region. We've previously discussed Honeylocust, Linden, and Hackberry trees. WEEK 4 - ELM:
The fear of Dutch Elm Disease has long kept people away from the idea of planting this tree. But no longer. Numerous breeding programs have now released several varieties of American Elm cultivars that boast a total resistance to Dutch Elm Disease. From hybrid varieties like Accolade all the way to the pure “American Elm” cultivar Valley Forge there are many elms to choose from. I’m partial, of course, to the Prairie Expedition which is an NDSU introduction. There are many attributes to appreciate about Elm. With a moderate to fast growth rate, the American Elm can grow between 3 and 4 feet per year. At maturity, the American Elm can be between 50 feet and 60 feet in height and between 30 feet and 40 feet wide. The dark leathery green leaves have a serrated, saw-toothed edge to them. The American Elm turns a rich gold in the fall.
Be sure to check back next week for my next recommended "Shade Tree" for the Dakotas and Montana.
Directory
APARTMENTS
Williston Housing Authority 1801 8th Ave. W
Williston (701) 572-2006
APPLIANCES
Ekblad Appliance 22 W Broadway
Williston (701) 572-3769
AUTO DEALERSHIPS
Baja Auto Sales 521 Second St W Williston (701) 572-2252
Red Rock Ford 410 32nd Ave W
Williston (701) 577-2142
BOUTIQUES
Crafts 4 U 23 Main St. N Crosby, ND (701) 965-6106
CHILDCARE
Honey Bears, LLC 1411 West Dakota Parkway, Suite 1a Williston (701) 577-BEAR (2327)
CLEANING
Nakota Cleaning Williston (701) 483-4996
Pristine Pros, LLC Williston (701) 580-0992
S&L Cleaning Service Williston (701) 609-2545
CONSTRUCTION
Roughrider Mudjacking Minot (701) 839-9304
Soiseth Construction 1717 6th St W Williston (701) 572-8056
Williston Roofing 904 2nd St. W Williston (701) 339-2345
COURIER SERVICES
Tony's Transfer Minot/Williston (701) 721-7930
FINANCIAL
American State Bank & Trust 223 Main St
Williston (701) 774-4165
Edward Jones 117 E Broadway
Williston (701) 572-8765
First State Bank & Trust 22 4th St E
Williston (701) 577-2113
Stifel Nicolaus 322 Main St.
Williston (701) 572-4527
Western Cooperative Credit Union 1300 Bison Drive
Williston (701) 572-4000
FUNERAL HOMES
Everson-Coughlin Funeral Home 112 4th St E Williston (701) 577-3738
Fulkerson Stevenson Funeral Home
218 W Highlan Drive
Williston (701) 572-6329
GARAGE DOORS
PS Garage Doors of Williston 731 E Broadway
Williston (701) 774-DOOR (3667)
GARDEN/GREENHOUSES
Handy Andy's Nursery
3515 W Front St.
Williston (701) 572-6083
Wildrose Nursery
200 1st Ave W
Wildrose (701) 570-3089
HEALTH & BEAUTY
Subs Global; Elevated by Nessa 313 Main Street, Suite 309
Williston
HEALTHCARE
CHI St. Alexius 1301 15th Ave W
Williston (701) 572-7651
Williston Basin Eyecare Associates 1500 14th St W #100
Williston (701) 577-3937
HEATING & PLUMBING
Braaten Plumbing 5237C 134th Ave NW
Williston (701) 774-0070
Haskin Heating & Cooling 2407 2nd Ave W, Suite D
Williston (701) 770-4516
HOME FURNISHINGS
Teagan's Interiors 22 N Main St
Crosby, ND (701) 965-6367
JEWELERS
Ritter Brothers 319 Main St Williston (701) 572-2051
LAND SURVEYORS
49th Latitude Land Survey 1411 West Dakota Pkwy, Unit 111 & 112, Suite 2b, Williston (701) 580-2651
LAUNDRY SERVICES
Model Cleaners 1129 2nd Ave W Williston (701) 572-3734
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Williams County Williston (701) 577-4500 (Auditor)
OILFIELD
Precision Completion & Production Services 5042 Jackson St Williston (701) 774-5847
OILS & LUBRICANTS
Advanced Filtration 4502 139th Ave W Alexander, ND (701) 770-2275
PAINT
Finesse Painting Williston (205) 441-0009
PEST CONTROL
Pro Safe Services 725 8th Ave W Williston (701) 774-3167
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
Rugby Homes & RV Center 321 Gate Ave Williston (701) 572-2250
RETAIL
Crafts-4-U Downtown Crosby (701) 965-6106
Second Opportunity ReStore 2124 2nd Ave W Williston (701) 774-2537
Talon Smoke Shop 1804 W Trenton, ND (701) 572-5110
SEPTIC
Braaten Plumbing 5237C 134th Ave NW Williston (701) 774-0070
TATTOO
JAEE Permanent Makeup & Tattoo 3620 2nd Ave W Williston (385) 268-9167
TRANSPORTATION
Northwest Dakota Public Transit Williston (701) 577-6753 Watford City (701) 842-3440
UTILITIES
Mountrail-Williams Electric Coop Williston, ND (701) 577-3765
Sheridan Electric Co-op Medicine Lake, MT (406) 789-2231
Classified & Business Ads
RUMMAGE SALE
5137 131ST AVE. NW Multiple Party - June 1st & 2nd - 8am-4pm. Something for everyone. New & used. p1-5/30
1613 20TH AVE W
MUTILIPARTY SALE!! Saturday, June 1st 8am-1pm Kids/adult clothing, toys, baby items, home decor, household items, more! p1-5/30
1805 16TH COURT WEST
WILLISTON Friday 4-8 Saturday 9-12 . Boys youth 4-14 and girls youth M-adult M clothes, toys, housewares. p1-5/30
1807 15TH AVE W Friday, May 31– 4:00-8:00 Saturday, June 1– 8:00-1:00 Kids/Adult Clothing, Home Decor, Toys, and MORE p1-5/30
Southview Neighborhood Rummage Sale
Saturday June 1, 2024 8am - 2pm
Addresses: 4823 Southview Lane 4810 Southview Lane. 14058 Southview St. 14064 Southview St. 14065 Southview Drive. 14059 Southview Drive.
42ND ST & UNIVERSITY
Multi Party Sale 9-1 household, decor, dishes, camping, chairs, lawnmower, FR, sweatshirts, holiday, more... p1-5/30
FREE CLASSIFIEDS Place your classified ad, 20 words or less, for free as room allows. Guaranteed placement starts at $7. To get started, email info@vocella.com or visit willistongraphic.com
RUMMAGE SALE Sat June 1st 9am-2pm 309 36th st E
Name brand men’s and women’s clothes: Underarmour, American eagle. bKe, lululemon.
Motorcycle leathers, dog kennel, Frabil ice shing gear.
Lots of miscellaneous!
FREE CLASSIFIEDS Place your classified ad, 20 words or less, for free as room allows. Guaranteed placement starts at $7. To get started, email info@vocella.com or visit willistongraphic.com
ANNOUNCEMENT
FARM & RANCH
Autograph Session with Sydney Helgeson, Miss North Dakota 2023 & Ellie Ahlfeldt, Miss North Dakota’s Teen 2023, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Thursday, June 6, Style UnCorked, 125 Main St. No charge, open to the public Little Sister (teen’s group) Talent Pre-Show: 6:00pm, Friday June 7 Attend with ticket to Friday’s Preliminary Competition
Winch Truck Driver
Medical, eye, dental insurance and 401k options available. Competitive Wages. Must have a clean, valid Drivers License. Must have a CDL Class A endorsement and be insurable. Must be able to pass an alcohol & drug test. - WISCO is hiringApply today!
TONY’S
Tony Morgan/Owner
“For all your shipping & home delivery needs. Delivered daily from Minot to the Williston area!!”
TRANSFER Minot Cell (701) 721-7930 Williston Cell (701) 770-1405 P.O. Box 470 • Minot, ND 58702-0470
11, 2024
I’m a 61-year-old single mother and Mamaw, hailing from Bossier City, Louisiana. I relocated to Williston, North Dakota in 2020, where I live with my children, granddaughter, and ve fur babies. Back home, I was actively involved in school systems while my daughter was in school. Now, I’m committed to making a di erence in my granddaughter’s schools.
If elected, my goal over the next four years is to prioritize education and strive to “Make Education Great Again.” Our children represent the future, and I’m dedicated to improving academic performance and restoring community con dence in our public education system.
LAURA TEEKELL FOR SCHOOL BOARD
Oilfield Cementer
Cementing experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate. Require a commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a clean driving record. Experience with Well Servicing and/or Drilling Rigs. Cementing Operations and other relevant Fluid Pumping experience. Strong skills in equipment operation, problem-solving, and safety.
- WISCO is hiringApply today!
Authority Of the City of Williston The Housing Authority of the City of Williston is now accep�ng applica�ons for 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, and 4 bedroom units. *Income, eligibility, and admission preferences apply. Applica�ons are available at The Housing Authority of the City of Williston located at 1801 8th Ave West Williston,
(701)
MAY
Announcements & Events
Events and special promotions happening in the coming weeks!
Thursday, May 30
OMF Door Mat Class
30th Annual Garden
6:30pm - 8:00pm Hansens Unlimted
ND42 Basketball Camp
12:00pm
Rough Rider Center, Watford City
Friday, May 31
ND42 Basketball Camp 12:00pm
Rough Rider Center, Watford City
27th Annual Upper Missouri Relay for Life 4:00pm Raymond Family Community Center
Saturday, June 1
Board Game Garage Sale
3:00 - 8:00pm Williston Gmes & More
Game Night 6:30pm - 11:59pm Books on Broadway
Sunday, June 2
70th Annual Birdwalk & Breakfast at TRNP
6:30am MDT Cottonwood Campground registration area, Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Tuesday, June 4
OMF Book Exchange 12:00pm
Young Bucks Coffee & Eatery
Superheroes in Training
June 4 - 7; 3:00pm First Lutheran Church, Williston
Williston Police Department Annual Bike Rodeo
5:00 - 7:00pm
Raymond Family Community Center
Wednesday, June 5
Erase the E-Waste 8:00am - 6:00pm Chamley Pipe & Salvage
Summer Reading Bash 4:00pm - 7:00pm Williston Community Library
Opening Night of the Medora Musical! 7:30pm MDT 3422 Chateau Road, Medora ND
Thursday, June 6
OMF Mommy & Me Walk 10:00am Spring Lake Park
RAY
Monday June 3rd - Wednesday
June 5th - Cheer Camp RHS
Small Gym
CROSBY
Monday June 3rd - Crosby City
Council Meeting 7:00 - 9:00pm
Crosby City Hall
Monday June 3rd - Dakota Star
Quilt Guild 7:00 - 8:00pm Pleasant Pheasant Quilt Guild
Tuesday June 4th - Burger Night
5:30 - 7:30pm Crosby Moose Lodge
Wednesdays: Storytime at the Divide County Library 10:00am10:45am
Fridays: Cards & Games at Divide
Thursday May 30th - Saturday June 1st - State Softball @ Jamestown
Thursday May 30th - Slow Flow
Yoga 6:30 - 7:30pm Tioga Community Center
Saturday June 1st - City Wide Rummage Sale
Monday June 3rd - Commission Meeting 7:00 - 9:00pm Tioga City Hall
Monday June 3rd- 5 Year Building
Anniversary 8:00am - 8:00pm Tioga Community Center
County Senior Citizens Center 1:30-2:30pm Movie at Dakota Theater 7:30pm:
Tuesday June 4th - Book Club 6:00 - 7:00pm Tioga Community Center
Thursday June 6th - Garden Club 9:30 - 11:30am Tioga Community Center Conference Room
Thursday June 6th - Jeff Quinn’s “Adventures in Magic” Show 1:00 - 1:45pm Tioga Community Center Tioga Community Center Schedule
Tuesdays: Pickleball 5:008:00pm Wednesdays: Storytime 10:30am11:00am; Youth Group 6:00 - 9:00pm Thursdays: Pilates 4:45 - 5:30pm ESL Class 6:00 - 7:00pm; Slow Yoga 6:30 - 7:30pm
Williston Senior Center
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