Ray offers wide-open horizons, neighborly energy, and easy living along the US‑2 corridor. Set within Williams County, the city balances agriculture and the region’s energy economy, giving residents steady job prospects and a practical cost of living. For bigger-box shopping, dining, and entertainment, a quick drive puts you in Williston, while nearby Tioga adds more small‑town conveniences.
Outdoors, weekends often start at Lewis & Clark State Park on Lake Sakakawea, where boat launches, trails, and campgrounds make spontaneous day trips easy through the North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department’s official site. History buffs gravitate to the storied bluffs of Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, a signature stop on the Upper Missouri with programs and events listed on the National Park Service page. Big skies and low light pollution reward stargazers, and prairie backroads invite evening drives all summer long.
Families appreciate Ray Public School’s K–12 setting and the close-knit feel that comes with small class sizes, while dual‑credit and workforce programs at Williston State College expand options after graduation. Regional travel is straightforward via Williston Basin International Airport, and county services are well organized through the Williams County government.
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