Williams County

Starting tomorrow, May 1, one of North Dakota’s most uniquely exciting traditions kicks off—paddlefish snagging season! If you’ve never laid eyes on a paddlefish before, picture something between a swordfish and a vacuum cleaner with fins—ancient, odd-looking, and the stuff of fish tales for generations. One of the mo ...

Yesterday, we took a walk on the don’t side of gardening—what not to plant together unless you’re trying to start a leafy feud. (Think tomatoes and corn having a shouting match.) But today, we’re flipping the compost pile and looking at garden friendships that truly blossom. Yes, we're talking abo ...

Here's some advice for kids in North Dakota—the Tooth Fairy is on a budget, so it might be time to save a little! According to Delta Dental’s latest Original Tooth Fairy Poll, the value of a lost tooth has taken a surprising tumble. In what mi ...

There’s just something magical about the arrival of warmer weather in North Dakota. The sun shines a little brighter, the breeze feels a little sweeter, and suddenly your weekends are filled with mowing, raking, gardening, and for the lucky few—stretching out in a hammock and soaking it all in. Everythin ...

Get ready to bust out the lawnmowers and trimmers, North Dakota — May is kicking off this Thursday, and from the looks of it, Mother Nature is in a pretty good mood! May Starts with a Warm Welcome in North Dakota NOAA has released their 8-14 day outlook, and it’s full of good news: temperatures are expected to be above normal for the start of the month! That’s right — ...

There’s a new neighbor in town—and they’ve brought power tools, pet supplies, and live chicks with them. Yes, live chicks! Earlier today, I had the chance to hang out with Jason (the fearless store manager), along with Steve and Danielle, during a live radio remote on Dakota Country 96.1 from 10 a.m. to ...

For a community that can often feel geographically isolated, Williston is seeing a welcome investment in health and wellness. Sanford Health has announced a significant expansion of its medical services at the Sanford 11th & Gate Clinic, providing even greater access to specialty care for residents of western North Dakota and eastern Montana. ...

I heard on ABC News this morning that a unique celestial event is coming up on Friday. It's called a smiley face moon. I have never heard of it, so I thought I would get some more information on it. Smiley Face Moon: Rare Celestial Emoji to Light Up Friday Morning Sky According to earthsky... Read More ...

Williston Basin School District has announced the hiring of four administrators for the 2025–2026 school year. These leaders bring a strong foundation of instructional experience and deep commitment to student success.  Let me introduce you to these new administrators. Rickard Elemen... Read More ...

Williston, North Dakota, is preparing to take center stage in the world of youth baseball as it gets set to host the 2027 Babe Ruth World Series for 14-year-olds. The tournament is scheduled to take place from August 14 to 21, 2027, at Williston’s historic Ardean Aafedt Stadium. With ...