Local Enterprise Legacy
Edinburg, North Dakota, has long been supported by a diverse range of small businesses and local organizations that contribute to the town’s social and economic life. The following list represents a mix of long-standing institutions, community-centered ventures, and independently owned operations that have shaped the town’s identity through the years.
While some of these businesses may still serve the area today, others are remembered as part of Edinburg’s recent history. Together, they reflect the entrepreneurial spirit and dedication of residents who have built and sustained the local economy.
Financial and Agricultural Services
- Cenex – Local provider of fuel and farming supplies
- Citizens State Bank – Serving financial needs for over a century
- Citizens State Bank Insurance – Local insurance services for residents and farms
- Edinburg Farmers Elevator Co. – Grain storage and handling
- Hall’s – Regional agricultural production and shipping
Retail, Dining, and Hospitality
- Fireside Lounge – A gathering spot offering on– and off-sale beverages
- General Store – Once a central hub for groceries, hardware, clothing, and gifts
- Market on Main Grocery – Community-owned grocery provider
- Cordelia’s Store – Historic storefront used for various small businesses
- Merchant’s Hotel and North Western Hotel – Early examples of hospitality in the town
Trades, Services, and Specialty Businesses
- Classic Auto Body – Vehicle repair and maintenance
- Jim’s Welding – Metalwork and fabrication
- Great Plains Excavating – Excavation and construction services
- Ohma Electric – Local electrical services
- Olson Construction & Drywall – Home improvement and building
- R.D. & B. Enterprises – Storage and blading services
- Tom’s Paint & Body Shop – Vehicle bodywork and glass replacement
- The Upholstery Place – Custom upholstery services
Professional and Community Services
- Tollefson Funeral Home – Funeral and memorial services
- Scrubboard Laundry – Local laundromat
- Main Street Beauty Salon – Personal grooming services
- Mairs Ag Consulting – Agricultural support and guidance
- Langdon Rural Water Users Inc. – Water utility service for the region
- Polar Communications – Regional communications and broadband provider
Specialty and Unique Offerings
- Creative Memories Scrapbooking – Personalized scrapbooking and crafts
- Myrdal Fjords – Breeders of Norwegian Fjord Horses
- Oldies But Goodies – Vintage and collectible goods
Preserving Edinburg’s Local Legacy
The businesses listed here have each contributed to the fabric of community life in Edinburg, whether through goods, services, gathering places, or shared memories. While the town continues to evolve, the influence of these establishments remains part of its cultural and economic landscape.