The full episode of Western Edge Living featuring Josh Nichols is now available to hear as a podcast!

What role do the arts play in building stronger communities? In this engaging conversation, Josh shares his passion for the arts, the importance of supporting creativity in western North Dakota, and how cultural opportunities enrich the lives of people of all ages.

Whether you're an artist, a supporter of the arts, or simply enjoy hearing the stories of people making a difference, you'll find this episode both inspiring and thought-provoking.

▶️ Watch the full episode now on the Western Edge Living YouTube channel, and if you enjoy it, please like, subscribe, and share it with your friends.

A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson, for helping us continue to share the remarkable people and stories of western North Dakota.

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Jessie Veeder of Watford City is a gifted musician, songwriter and storyteller with a deep connection to Western North Dakota.

In this episode of Western Edge Living, Jessie shares a very personal side of her life as she talks about her experience with cancer — the challenges, the uncertainty, and the perspective that comes from facing something that can change your life in an instant.

But this conversation isn't simply about cancer. It's about family, creativity, resilience and finding the strength to keep moving forward.

Jessie's story is honest, heartfelt and inspiring — a reminder that some of life's most difficult chapters can also reveal what matters most.

Join Bill Palanuk on Western Edge Living, where we meet the people behind the stories that make Western North Dakota such a remarkable place to live.

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Missed this this great episode of Western Edge Living? You can now hear it here on The Western Edge Living Podcast!

This episode features two truly GREAT women:

We talk about longevity in a career, perseverance, passion, and the determination it takes to keep going.

🎨 Kodi Medua of Allan’s Decoration — sharing her passion for creating beautiful spaces that become part of the places where people live their lives, make memories, and build their stories.

🍽️ Renee Schneider of Country Kitchen — reflecting on 48 years in her career, including the unforgettable story of her very first customer, a forgotten salad and a one-penny tip that made her question everything.

But she kept going!

Two remarkable women. Two inspiring stories. One great episode of Western Edge Living.

▶️ Watch the full episode now on YouTube! Ot, listen to it here!

Western Edge Living — celebrating the people and stories that make Western North Dakota special.