Main Street awards announced for 2023
ND Governor Doug Burgum has announced the recipients of the 2023 Main Street Awards, which honor individuals from North Dakota who have made exceptional contributions to their communities by implementing innovative approaches aligned with the Main Street Initiative's principles. These awards highlight the importance of recognizing and celebrating the efforts of those who actively work towards enhancing community life and showcase the positive impact that engaged communities can have on society as a whole. Of the multiple 2023 awardees, McKenzie County Tourism was awarded the 21st Century Workforce Award for their tourism and hospitality online training program, which was led by Doug Bolken. The 21st Century Workforce Award recognizes excellence in the workforce that includes demonstrating workforce attraction and retention through the implementation of a strategy that encourages people to move to and stay in a community. Gov. Burgum expressed gratitude towards the awardees, emphasizing the tangible benefits that their initiatives bring to everyone involved. Click here to read more on the 2023 Main Street award winners.