Good morning, Williston.

KFYR reporter Ariana Gonzalez is live covering the Fill the Bus campaign, showing how local leaders work to boost transit options near town.

A new monument titled 'We the People' that honors servicemembers has been announced to celebrate local military contributions.

Officials will share details on the location and unveiling soon.

The Williston Basin Airshow will occur Saturday, Aug.

15, at Williston Basin International Airport. Gates will open at 10 a.m., as historic, low-flying and high-speed aircraft are set to display while food vendors and bounce houses offer family activities.

Downtown Williston is about to welcome Miller Artisan Dough Bakery as owner Heather Miller will host soft openings this month; the bakery will offer pastries, coffee, tea + more for locals to enjoy a fresh new taste.

Beanstalk Flower Farm, owned by Chelsey Bean-Anderson, is in its fifth season offering fresh-grown arrangements to Williston residents.

She plans to add a you-pick option in the near future to expand local choice.

Local farmers are harvesting spring wheat early due to a hot, dry summer.

One Wilton farmer, combining 500 acres, said his yield is promising (16% protein) but he remains cautious about the lack of rain for later crops.

The Hay Hotline is active for the drought season to let ranchers request or list hay; producers are also encouraged to report drought conditions to the ND Department of Agriculture (call 701-328-5110 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

A trucking business owner asked the governor to include data centers as a discussion topic during the Capitol’s special session on Sept.

2. Lawmakers will consider the request when they meet.

Gov. Kelly Armstrong declared a 30-day health emergency on kratom after unregulated products with the potent 7-OH were sold in local stores.

Lawmakers and a working group will meet this week to collect public comments and plan a special session on Sept. 2—aiming for a permanent ban.