Michael Anthony
Reporter
Williston
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Hello, my name is Michael Anthony and I’m a reporter in Williston. I love to talk about sports, especially football! I used to be a news anchor and reporter for the local radio station but now I’m excited for a new adventure in television!
I was born in Dickinson but moved to Williston in 2006, right before the start of the oil boom. I’ve always had a calling for the media. When I was younger I used to watch the news every night with my grandparents. Being a meteorologist was one of my dream jobs back then.
It was in High School where I realized I wanted to be in the news. I participated in speech, which taught me about building newscasts and my delivery. It was alot of fun and for me, it felt right.
After graduating in 2014, I took a year-long online course at the American Broadcasting School, a technical school where I got my degree in broadcasting. I’ve spent 3 years covering news and local sports and now I can’t wait to do what I love for KUMV-TV weekdays at 6 and 10!
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About 40 teachers and staff announced they would not renew their contract at the Williston Basin School District.
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Crime rates are increasing statewide, including Williams County.
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A Minnesota woman found guilty of child abuse at her unlicensed daycare in Williston has made an appeal to the North Dakota Supreme Court.
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Williston and Williams County officials say a lack of childcare remains one of the largest challenges in improving quality of life.
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Thirteen organizations received a half million dollars in grants from Williams County to help assist community projects around the region. These funds are intended to improve the quality of life and enhance local activities.
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The deal would suspend the debt limit until 2025, while also limiting spending outside of defense and veterans’ affairs.
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Mayor Howard Klug announced the decision to keep Shawn Wenko as the city administrator during a press conference Tuesday, two weeks after the final interviews were conducted.
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The Williams County Parks Department announced the “Summer Concert Series” will start June 17 with DMJ performing at Blacktail.
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The United States Air Force will make a return trip to Williston within the next two weeks.
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McKenzie County has received federal funding towards cleaning and redeveloping vacant sites around the area.
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Growing interest in career and technical education courses has led the Williston Basin School District to expand their CTE building at the high school.
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The North Dakota Highway Patrol welcomed several new troopers this year, including one Williston man looking to follow in the footsteps of his family.
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The Williston Vector Control District is planning to spray for mosquitoes this weekend.
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Excessive amounts of graffiti can be seen on ramps around the area.
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Williams County commissioners have made another large investment toward improving behavioral health services across the region. It comes as many in the community are finding a shortage of help for those in need.
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A bond vote for two elementary schools in the Williston Basin School District is still expected this fall despite other planned elections this summer.
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Scully Design President Tess Scully said she’s had this idea for years and was excited to be chosen by the city to create what she calls, “The crown jewel of downtown Williston.”
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A total of 718 fish were processed during the season, which was the lowest total since 2018.
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Future Coyotes will open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Up to 40 students will be chosen.
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Students in Missouri Ridge’s Media Arts class got a chance to feel like movie stars as Williston’s Grand Theater held a premiere event for their new movie, “Mything Persons.”
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Most of the focus during high school graduation is on where people will be going to further their education. At Williston High School, the staff are also recognizing the people who want to go into the workforce right away.
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A murder trial in Williams County scheduled for next week has been moved to 2024.
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A Williston man has been sentenced to five-and-a-half years for admitting to trafficking fentanyl in the Great Falls, Montana area.
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A Williston man who led deputies on a chase through northwest North Dakota and northeastern Montana has been transferred to the Williams County Correctional Center.
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A Williston man charged with having more than $350,000 in drugs and firearms has pleaded not guilty Wednesday.
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An individual from Georgia has filed a federal lawsuit against a Williston Hotel, accusing them of knowingly allowing sex trafficking in their building.
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Providers could be fined for violating the ban. Penalties will be enforced by the Montana Department of Justice.
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The Atlas Power Data Center in northwest North Dakota is continuing to grow, but its latest expansion has brought concerns to Williams County and nearby residents. The company is now facing fines for zoning and occupancy violations, which could put the expansion at risk.
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The Tetons will now head to West Burlington, Iowa, for a best-of-three series against Southeastern Community College for a trip to the NJCAA Division II World Series.
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After visiting the southern border last week, Gianforte said drugs trafficked from Mexico are putting Americans at risk.
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Director Eric Rooke and the cast have been working since December to perfect the musical. Members of the show say it was a memorable performance.
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Plans to bring a direct flight from Williston to Phoenix, Arizona won’t happen this year.
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The Williston Square development welcomed two new businesses in 2022. City leaders have promised more are on the way, but not as fast as they would have liked.
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The march was especially important for Williston High School’s seniors, as this would be the last time they would wear the uniform and be able to perform.
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Vivian Kalmik was named marshal of the parade. She celebrated her 54th Band Day alongside her family in the Spring Lake Train, which was created by Kalmik.
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High School Band Director John Bisbee told Your News Leader several other out-of-town bands have also decided not to march.
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North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources Director Lynn Helms says oil production in North Dakota dropped slightly for the month of March.
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The courts sentenced an Arnegard man charged with stealing oil to three years in prison.
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Another charge has been filed against a man accused of running over and killing a six-year-old Watford City boy.
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Governor Greg Gianforte, R-MT, signed House Bill 880 Wednesday, making the Huckleberry Montana’s official fruit.
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Police say the chase began when they identified a vehicle that was reported stolen around 1:14 p.m.
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Two finalists for the Williston city administrator position will be interviewed by a committee Thursday.
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North Dakota winters tend to overstay their welcome, which can create issues for spring sports. Williston State College is looking to address this issue.
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A long-standing Williston business is celebrating 60 years in the community this week.
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The McKenzie County Fair will be held at a brand new, state-of-the-art facility this year.
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The school board has previously mentioned the need to get a bond out to voters, meaning the district could have three different elections this year.
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Hundreds of anglers are in northwest North Dakota this weekend hoping to snag a paddlefish.
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The courts sentenced a Williston woman to four years in prison Friday for her involvement in a June 2021 shooting.
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Prosecutors say they have reached a plea agreement with a Williston man charged with possession of child pornography.
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The Williston Basin School District has determined their reconfiguration plans for students in grades five through eight starting next school year.
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