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Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Board Member Gretchen Stenehjem | Living in McKenzie County: Season 2, Episode 8

In this engaging episode of the Living in McKenzie County series, McKenzie County Tourism Director Doug Bolken and Gretchen Stenehjem dive into a lively discussion about the exciting developments surrounding the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota. Gretchen, a board member of the Presidential Library, shares her passion for this ambitious project, highlighting […]

December 16, 2025 by

November 2025 Economy at a Glance

The November 2025 Economy at a Glance is now available. Some data of note include: September employment data from the North Dakota Labor Market Information and price/cost data from the USDA is unavailable this month due to the government shutdown. The City Sales Tax Distribution was up significantly (+24%) from October 2024 to October 2025 in Watford […]

November 24, 2025 by

McKenzie Health: Cardiology, Peds & Oncology Care Close to Home | Living in McKenzie County: Season 2, Episode 6

The latest episode of the “Living in McKenzie County Podcast” dives into the vital topic of rural healthcare, featuring insights from a trio of specialists at McKenzie Health; Cardiologist Dr. Richard Howard, Oncologist Dr. Chad Pedersen, and Pediatrician Dr. Waco Goodnight. In this engaging episode, host Vawnita Best converses with these specialists to highlight the […]

November 18, 2025 by

October 2025 Economy at a Glance

The October 2025 Economy at a Glance is now available. Some data of note include: In August, oil prices were down to $64.86 a barrel, nearly $12 lower from August 2024 when prices averaged $76.68. While permit values for September were more than $6.5 million lower than last September, the YTD permit values are nearly identical. The […]

October 24, 2025 by

North Dakota Badlands listed in National Geographic’s Best of the World

Graphic courtesy of ND Commerce National Geographic recently unveiled its annual Best of the World list for 2026. The locations were carefully selected by National Geographic’s editors, photographers, and travel experts. Featured on the list of 25 locations from around the world is the Badlands of North Dakota. North Dakota Director of Tourism and Marketing Sara Otte […]

October 21, 2025 by

Watford City Events Website is One-Stop Site for Local Events

Watford City offers a great tool for residents and visitors looking to stay up to date on what’s happening in Watford City. Watford City Events is a community calendar that highlights local events, activities, and gatherings to let you see what’s happening each week. It is a go-to destination for anyone looking to plan their […]

September 26, 2025 by

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McKenzie County Economic Development
100 2nd Ave SW, Suite A
Watford City, ND 58854
701-444-8855
chartel@co.mckenzie.nd.us

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