North Dakota

Randy Parry and Kathy Callies of Miner County, South Dakota will share information on how their community has reversed 90+ years of population decline to population increases being predicted by the SD Governor’s Office of Economic Development.  Miner County’s grassroots efforts have been similar to those Horizon’s communities have taken so please consider attending their presentation to learn more about what they have done. 

To be held in Gackle at the American Legion from 7-9 PM on March 6th and in four videoconferencing sites from 10-12 AM on March 7th.  Video sites include Bismarck, Wahpeton, Devils Lake and Watford City.  Please refer to the brochure for more information on where these sites are and pre-registering to attend a site.

Miner County Story Brochure

Hamburger Helper (yes the hotdish mix), provides grants of up to $15,000 for community projects.  They are giving away a total of $100,000 this spring so please check out www.myhometownhelper.com if you are intersted in learning more. Yet another way to potentially finance the great things happening in your towns.

The Dig Into Tourism Conference held on March 11, 2008 in Devils Lake has a slight time change I was just informed of.  Please note that the new start time is 9:00 am instead of 8:30 am as mentioned earlier.  You are still welcome to arrive at 8:30 am to get registered and enjoy a continental breakfast.  The sessions will begin at 9:00. 

Dig Into Tourism Conference Brochure