Good morning, Williston.

Williston Elks Lodge #1214 has rebuilt its community programs after a challenging period when membership fell, and it now enjoys a 70% increase and renewed local partnerships.

The Lodge celebrated lifting its suspension at the state convention and plans to expand youth initiatives + winter support efforts in 2025.

Despite cold weather, residents have headed out to experience the returning CPKC Holiday Train this week — offering music and festive cheer along its route.

The train’s journey is set to bring a season of community spirit to locals.

Brew Your Business Williston will host monthly Open House gatherings for local business owners and entrepreneurs with a 20-minute presentation, roundtable discussion and speed networking — the meeting takes place at Great Northern Events in downtown Williston at 8:30 a.m. and offers coffee with a treat.

Couples in Williston are planning unique weddings with creative venues and interactive catering from local vendors.

They are also enlisting travel agents for group booking and planning guest travel logistics (which helps keep celebrations stress-free).

Awakened Wellness LLC is launching the first MonDak Wellness Summit to address widespread burnout and health issues in the Bakken with 5-day virtual sessions from January 5–9 followed by a live event in Sidney on January 11 + 18 expert presenters will offer practical wellness solutions.

Shiloh Christian boys basketball has a new head coach, Jordan Williams (15 years at Century High), who brings championship experience to guide the team during early season tournaments.

The Skyhawks will play Friday and Saturday in out-of-town games as an evaluation period for the new system.