Tri-County Regional Development Council

05/26/2026

We are looking forward to celebrating the people, partnerships, and projects helping shape a stronger future for Williston! 🌟

🎉 Williston Economic Development Week 2026🎉

1 week, 8 events. One week that shapes, highlights, and promotes Williston's growing economy

Williston's Economic Development Week is June 8 - 12, and we want YOU there! Connect with local leaders, discover new opportunities, and celebrate what's growing in our community.

🎟️ Some events require registration. Save your spot TODAY: https://www.willistondevelopment.com/events.php

Read the Press Release here: https://www.cityofwilliston.com/news_detail_edc_T170_R2134.php

05/20/2026

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity!

🚀 ILT Academy IDEA ACCELERATOR WORKSHOP + START.UP CONNECT 🚀

This high-energy, 3-hour Idea Accelerator Workshop is designed to help local leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators turn ideas into action. Whether you’re just getting started or refining an existing concept, this workshop delivers practical tools, expert coaching, and serious-fun collaboration to help you:

✅Explore real market opportunities
✅Understand your customers
✅Build a stronger foundation for your business or nonprofit idea

Through ILT Academy’s proven Innovation Framework, you’ll participate in hands-on activities and peer-based feedback to sharpen your idea and confidently take next steps.

You’ll leave with practical tools, new insights, and a clearer path to move your idea forward. Come ready to work, learn, and level up!

Who Should Attend?
This workshop is for anyone—of any age or background—who’s passionate about solving problems or building something new.

Perfect for:
Aspiring entrepreneurs
Small business owners
Tribal/community leaders
Tech, product, service, or nonprofit builders
Students, educators, or teams with bold ideas

To Register, Visit: https://luma.com/pi7hstk6
Ticket cost: $10

Facebook Event: ILT Academy Idea Accelerator Workshop & Start.Up Connect

Great Northern Events Williston Area Chamber of Commerce Tri-County Regional Development Council

05/19/2026

Our staff is available to provide technical assistance and help organizations and individuals explore projects that align with their needs.

Apply by Friday: Help Build Healthier, More Connected Rural Communities

There’s still time to apply for Rural Health Transformation funding supporting Zero Hour Physical Education programs, community gardens and community-based walking initiatives across rural North Dakota.

If your community has ideas to get people moving, improve wellness and strengthen local connections, we encourage you to apply before the deadline Friday, May 22, at 5 p.m. CT.

Apply now: hhs.nd.gov/rural-health-transformation/funding

www.hhs.nd.gov/rural-health.../stevens-amendment

05/19/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, our offices will be closed Monday, May 25. 🇺🇸

We will resume regular business hours Tuesday, May 26, 8-5PM.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend!

05/16/2026

Help strengthen su***de prevention across rural North Dakota.

Funding is now available to help strengthen su***de prevention efforts in rural and tribal healthcare settings across North Dakota and improve how people are identified, supported and connected to care. Approximately $400,000 in year one funding is available, with one award expected. Deadline to apply: June 12.

Apply now: hhs.nd.gov/rural-health-transformation/funding

www.hhs.nd.gov/rural-health-transformation/stevens-amendment

05/14/2026

📢🔴 Psssssst….aspiring business owners!!!🔴📢

Don’t sleep on this SPECTACULAR opportunity by North Dakota Small Business Development Centers!

⌛️Register Today!

Starting a business? Don’t spend money on things you can do yourself. Join our next Business Builder Workshop on June 9 at 3:30 PM to learn how to file your LLC, get your EIN for free from the IRS, open a business bank account without paying formation services, and access trusted, no-cost support from SBDC, VBOC, and more. Thousands of entrepreneurs overspend on startup services. This session will show you how to keep that money where it belongs, in your business. Presented by Michael Danielson, Director of VBOC of the Dakotas. Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4cC3kvs

05/13/2026

Apply by Friday: $5M Now Available for Rural Health Training Expansion

Rural Health Transformation funding is now available to expand student rotations and train-in-place programs across rural and tribal communities in North Dakota. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 15.

Apply now: hhs.nd.gov/rural-health-transformation/funding

www.hhs.nd.gov/rural-health-transformation/stevens-amendment

05/12/2026

✨ So many grant opportunities are open right now… but figuring out where to start can feel overwhelming.

Need help finding funding opportunities, talking through project ideas, or navigating the application process? We’re here to help, completely FREE!

Join Tara for Open Office Hours TODAY (May 12) from 11:00 - 11:30 AM via Teams/Meetings to ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and get one-on-one guidance on grants available for your community, business, or organization.

📅 Today
⏰ 11:00 AM
💻 Virtual via Meetings

👉 email 𝐤𝐚𝐞𝐥𝐲𝐧𝐧𝐛𝐥@𝐜𝐢.𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧.𝐧𝐝.𝐮𝐬 to receive meeting link!

No pressure, no cost, just support and resources to help you move your ideas forward!

05/08/2026

North Dakota's local food economy is 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 but it isn't showing up in the data that drives 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 and 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭!


Help change that by being a part of the North Dakota Local Food Economic Contribution Study! This survey is the first-ever effort to build a credible statewide baseline of what local food really contributes to our economy and every response matters.



📬 Check your inbox for your unique survey link from NDSU

🔗 Learn more or request a link: farrms.org/economicimpactstudy

📅 Survey closes 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

05/07/2026

In celebration of National Small Business Week, we're excited to share that our Executive Director recently joined a podcast conversation focused on supporting and strengthening small businesses in our communities.

From entrepreneurship to community growth, small businesses play a huge role in driving local success, and we're a proud to be a part of that conversation.

Take a listen and hear insights on opportunities, challenges, and the future of small business in our region!

In this episode of the Living in McKenzie County podcast, host Meghan Taunton, McKenzie County Economic Development Director, welcomes Cyrena Weeks (Tri-Coun...

05/06/2026

A big win for our local business community! 👏

Together, these projects represent a significant investment, right here in our community! This support will help strengthen tourism, elevate local experiences, and continue building on the great momentum already happening here.

We’re proud to see local businesses growing and can’t wait to watch what comes next. Exciting things ahead for our community!

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