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N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The Economic Development Association of North Dakota (EDND) invites nominations from the community for five state economic development awards: Project of the Year (two awards given to one urban and one rural community), Economic Developer of the Year (two awards given to one urban and one rural community), and the Community Development Award.

The Project of the Year recognizes a project that has made a significant contribution to the economic health of a community or region in terms of job creation, partnerships and overall economic impact. The Economic Developer of the Year award is given to an individual who has made a significant contribution that will leave a lasting impact on the economic health of his or her community or region. The Community Development Award recognizes an economic development project that has increased the quality of life in a community.

Nomination forms are available at www.ednd.org and will be accepted until September 15. Winners will be recognized during the EDND Fall Conference Oct. 18-20 in Williston.

EDND represents more than 80 state economic development organizations on the front line of economic development efforts throughout North Dakota. The primary purpose of the organization is to support the creation of new wealth and the diversification of North Dakota’s economy. Additional information is available at www.ednd.org.