{"podcast":{"title":"Living in McKenzie County","slug":"living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430","podcast_index_feed_id":7072430,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/551497/rss","website_url":"https://sites.libsyn.com/551497","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/d/2/a/9/d2a964325a802082e55e3c100dce7605/LMC_Title_Graphic__1400_x_1400_px.png","author":"The City of Watford City, North Dakota","episode_count":45,"summary":"Welcome to \"Living in McKenzie County\", an original content series brought to you by the City of Watford City and McKenzie County Economic Development. In this series, join hosts Vawnita Best and Daniel Stenberg as we introduce you to those shaping our community through innovation, decision-making, and events. We'll explore the stories behind the people who are driving the growth in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States during the 2010s. McKenzie County, North Dakota, has been transformed by a revolutionary energy boom, but its roots run deep in agriculture and conservation. Today, it's a place where young families, longtime residents, and businesses can thrive, embracing the opportunities that this dynamic region has to offer.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-21T14:21:36.677206+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430"},"episode":{"title":"All About The McKenzie County Ag Expo!","slug":"all-about-the-mckenzie-county-ag-expo","published_at":"2025-10-21T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430/all-about-the-mckenzie-county-ag-expo","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430","url":"https://f1723f1f-6ae3-4dff-bd34-5c48f3860d90.libsyn.com/all-about-the-mckenzie-county-ag-expo","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/f1723f1f-6ae3-4dff-bd34-5c48f3860d90/LMC_S2_E4_mixdown.mp3?dest-id=4760392","summary":"In this episode of the Living in McKenzie County Podcast, we delve into the McKenzie County Ag Expo, exploring its history, significance, and impact on the community. Join us for a lively discussion with special guests: Jess Hollenbeck from Lund Oil, Chris Kubal – Ag Expo Director and Foundation Director, and Howdy Lawlar – County Commission Chairman and Foundation President. We cover a wide array of topics, from the origins of the Ag Expo, community support, employee attraction, and retention, to the various events and programs hosted at the facility. Whether you're interested in agriculture, community development, or just curious about McKenzie County, this episode is packed with valuable insights and fun conversations. 00:00 Welcome to the Living in McKenzie County Podcast 00:35 Introduction to the McKenzie County Ag Expo 02:45 Meet the Guests: Community Leaders and Sponsors 05:16 The Importance of the Ag Expo to the Community 12:14 Educational Programs and Community Engagement 14:35 Sponsorship and Community Support 18:47 The Legacy and Future of McKenzie County 34:01 Challenges and Successes of the Ag Expo 46:56 Community Gatherings and Trade Shows 47:16 The Exceptional Staff Behind the Scenes 47:37 Community Tours and Orientation 48:13 The Importance of Community Relationships 48:44 Team Ag Expo and County Team 54:21 Employee Attraction and Retention 56:11 Investments in Community Facilities 56:43 The Growth and Development of Watford City 01:09:47 Upcoming Events and Programs 01:18:09 Final Thoughts and Community Spirit FOR FUTURE EVENTS AND MORE: www.mcagexpo.com #agriculture #community #ruralliving #ranching #western #smalltown #northdakota #communitybuilding #rodeo #motorsports #watfordcity #mckenziecounty","meta_description":"In this episode of the Living in McKenzie County Podcast, we delve into the McKenzie County Ag Expo, exploring its history, significance, and impact on th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4885,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430/episodes/all-about-the-mckenzie-county-ag-expo/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/living-in-mckenzie-county-7072430/all-about-the-mckenzie-county-ag-expo.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}