Williams County

February is a special month. It's the month for Groundhog Day, Super Bowl, Lincoln's birthday, Valentine's Day, Washington's birthday, and Presidents Day. That is a lot to squeeze into a short month! Another day to keep in mind comes up on February 13th...

If you’ve ever dreamed of making money by doing… well, almost nothing, now's your chance! Farmers and landowners in Divide and Williams Counties can cash in on some serious incentives just by planting grass. That’s right—just grass! No complicated equipmen...

During a recent interview with Michelle Romans from the Williams County Dispatch Center, I learned of a little-known resource that could be a game-changer for those facing a crisis in North Dakota. It’s called the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, and it’s more than just a phone number—it’s a lifeline of hope and help. So, what makes 988 s...

Planning to travel in 2025? Pay attention! The North Dakota Department of Transportation has important information about the REAL ID Act and how it impacts you. What is the REAL ID Act? Passed by Congress in 2005, the REAL ID Act was a recommendation from the 9/11 Commission to enhance security and reduce identity fraud...

Exciting news! Williston is hosting the 1st Annual Hotdish Fest on February 22. Explore the rich flavors and community spirit of Midwestern cuisine.

As the new year unfolds, parents are juggling resolutions and routines, but here’s an unsettling trend to add to the watchlist: vape pens disguised as highlighters. Teachers in some areas are reporting incidents of students using these camouflaged devices in classrooms. ...

Living in North Dakota, commute time isn’t exactly a hot topic at the dinner table. Out here in western North Dakota, the idea of sitting bumper-to-bumper in a traffic jam sounds more like an urban legend than a reality. But make no mistake, getting from Point A to Point B still takes time—just a different kind of time. Recently,...

North Dakota may be known for its sprawling farmland, hearty winters, and warmhearted residents, but guess what? It's also climbing the charts in a less obvious category—median salary! According to a new study by ADP Research, the payroll data gurus, North Dakota ranks fourth in the nation with a median income of $68,500 per year. ...

If you’ve spent any time driving through North Dakota, Montana, or Minnesota, you may have spotted a strange sight: a blue stop sign. Yes, you read that correctly—blue! While red stop signs are as common as mosquitoes in July, these azure anomalies might cause you to pause and think twice. So, what’s...

Ah, fall in North Dakota! The air is crisp, the leaves are falling, and it feels like nature is putting on its final show before winter settles in. But for many of us, the beauty of those colorful leaves quickly fades when we realize the amount of cleanup required...