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🌱 What Williston residents were told to do during Sunday’s industrial fire

Williston, North Dakota Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • What Williston residents were told to do during Sunday’s industrial fire
  • How Williston earned its new 2025 Tree City USA recognition
  • Which Williston ticket just turned into a $100,000 Powerball payday?

Also on today's calendar: Junior Market: A Kids Vendor Show and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Warm; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 84 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Thursday: Very windy; clouds and sun, temps: high: 70, low: 48.
  • Friday: Very windy; turning cloudy, with a high of 70 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fire departments respond to Williston industrial site fire (minotdailynews.com) — Fire crews from multiple departments battled a large blaze Sunday night at the Pallet Green Recycling facility near Williston, prompting road closures and a smoke advisory for city residents. Williston’s fire chief said the fire was contained but still active into early morning hours, with shifting winds increasing smoke, especially in northern neighborhoods. Residents were urged to keep windows closed and recirculate indoor air.
   

2. Williston named 2025 Tree City USA (minotdailynews.com) — Williston has been officially recognized as a 2025 Tree City USA for its ongoing commitment to planting, caring for, and investing in urban trees. City leaders say the honor reflects residents’ efforts to add shade, habitat, and beauty while making Williston more welcoming to visitors and future neighbors. The designation also highlights the city’s Arbor Day celebrations and dedicated tree management.
   

3. Power plant breaks ground, Custer Elementary sale, Powerball winner (kxnet.com) — A Williston resident just scored a $100,000 Powerball win by matching four white balls and the Powerball, then doubling the prize with Power Play. The same statewide roundup notes a $4 billion natural gas power plant near Ray and the sale of Mandan’s former Custer Elementary for a new senior center. It’s a reminder that big regional projects and big wins can still touch Williston lives.
   

4. Mandan's Helderop scores 100th career goal in five goal game (kfyrtv.com) — Williston High’s girls soccer team fell 8-1 to Mandan as Braves senior Sarah Helderop scored her 100th career goal and finished with five on the night. The standout forward is believed to be just the second North Dakota girl to reach 100 goals and leads undefeated Mandan, which tops the WDA standings with a few games left.
   

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  • Coborn's, Inc. posted a job opening for Meat Clerk I in Williston. Apply here.
  • Amazon.com, Inc. posted a job opening for Process Assistant, RSR in Williston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Williston here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Williston

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Williston

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.