WILLISTON, ND (KXNET) — A local water park in Williston has received recognition for its contribution to the quality of life in northwest North Dakota.

Williston Water World has received the 2025 Community Development Award from the Economic Development Association of North Dakota (EDND). This award is given to development projects that impact the community in a positive way.

The water park opens three months ago in July 2025, costing $15.7 million and taking about five years to complete. Williston Community Builders began the project in 2020, using fundraisers and donations to raise the money needed.

The City of Williston donated a location spanning three acres to the water park. It now features slides, a lazy river, and more.

“From the first glimmer of the idea to the first splash in

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