This episode of the Living in McKenzie County Podcast continues the February series on the Watford City High School Hall of Fame, featuring board members Brad Foss, Beau Wisness, and Marco Pelton. They reveal the Watford City High School Hall of Fame Class of 2026, explaining the public nomination and committee voting process guided by bylaws, as well as challenges in evaluating earlier eras with limited records. The 2026 inductees include two teams, two coaches, and individual inductees.

Nomination Link: https://watfordcityschools.flowforms.app/form/hall-of-fame-nomination-form

View the WCHS Hall of Fame: https://wofproduction.blob.core.windows.net/embed/44016fb606894251881df0c178bc1aef/walloffame.html#/walloffame/category/category_115

00:00 Welcome Back: Part 2 + Big 2026 Hall of Fame Reveal

01:07 Meet the Hall of Fame Board Members

03:06 Homecoming 2026 Date Set

04:58 How Nominations & Voting Work: Bylaws, Shortlists, and Tough Calls

12:09 Team Inductee Announced

14:26 Team Inductee Announced

21:12 Coach Inductees

26:48 Special Recognition

29:35 Introducing the 2026 Individual Inductees

29:47 Inductee Spotlight

32:21 Inductee Spotlight

38:04 Inductee Spotlight

42:22 Inductee Spotlight

46:00 Inductee Spotlight

51:58 Inductee Spotlight

56:06 Homecoming Hall of Fame Day Schedule + How to Find/Submit Inductee Info

Join in in our first episode of a two-part series as we dive into the rich history of Watford City High School's sports and the school's Hall of Fame. Host Vawnita Best joins 3 guests to discuss the mission as the Hall of Fame, whil taking a walk through time at the previous decades and the incredible athletes and students that were involved.

00:00 Welcome to the Living in McKenzie County Podcast 00:36 Introducing the Watford City High School Hall of Fame Series 01:30 Meet the Guests: Phil Moen, Titus Stenberg, and Brad Foss 02:36 Phil Moen's Journey: From Arnegard to Watford City 03:55 Spring Breaks and School Schedules: A Historical Perspective 06:25 Titus Stenberg: The Voice of Watford City Wolves 09:25 Brad Foss: A Lifetime in Education and Coaching 13:25 The Hall of Fame's Mission and Community Impact 18:15 The History of McKenzie County School Districts 19:15 Arnegard Spuds: A Legacy Remembered 32:58 Digitizing Yearbooks: Preserving Watford City's History 34:12 The Evolution of Watford City Athletics: 1950s to 1970s 55:40 The Impact of Legendary Coaches: Frank Fish and Fred Fridley 01:02:11 Fred's Impact on the Community 01:02:41 Fred's Coaching Achievements 01:03:26 Reviving Watford City's Football Tradition 01:04:39 Memorable Games and Community Support 01:06:35 Basketball Highlights and Coaching Legends 01:11:08 Notable Athletes and Their Legacies 01:13:35 Challenges and Changes in the 80s and 90s 01:32:56 Hall of Fame Committee and Induction Process 01:36:33 Community Involvement and Future Plans

Join us in this episode of the 'Living in McKenzie County Podcast' as we dive into the incredible education and career opportunities provided by The Bakken Area Skills Center!

From learning about heavy equipment operations and construction trades to welding and healthcare careers, discover how this amazing facility is shaping the future of our community. We chat with instructors, students, and industry partners who share their experiences and success stories. Whether you're a high school student, parent, or just curious about workforce development in McKenzie County, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration!

00:00 Welcome to the Living in McKenzie County Podcast 00:47 Introduction to the Bakken Area Skills Center 02:12 Meet Marco Pelton: Caterpillar Dealership Insights 04:33 George Adams: Teaching CDL and Heavy Equipment 06:57 Isaac Wolf: Student Experience at BASC 12:52 Heavy Equipment Curriculum Overview 19:11 Industry Partnerships and Future Opportunities 35:20 High School Students Excel in Construction Projects 36:32 Capacity and Future of the Bakken Area Skills Center 41:10 Introduction to the Welding and Building Trades Programs 42:15 Meet the Instructors: Building Trades and Welding 44:16 Student Experiences and Career Aspirations 47:03 Curriculum and Career Pathways in Building Trades 51:43 Welding Program: Safety and Skill Development 57:15 Student Reflections on Welding Education 01:03:01 The Importance of Career Exploration 01:09:54 Advice for Future Students and Families 01:14:02 Opportunities in McKenzie County 01:15:15 Health Careers Pathway Introduction 01:16:17 Meet the Health Careers Team 01:17:40 Student Experiences and Success Stories 01:21:00 Innovative Teaching Methods 01:28:47 Community Impact and Future Growth 01:29:26 Student Advice and Program Insights 01:48:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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