Bismarck Local News – Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ The Sacred Pipe Resource Center is hosting a family-friendly, sober New Year's Eve event for the urban Native community in Bismarck, ND, aiming to promote healing and tradition. KX News
➤ Xcel Energy invested $4.6 million and over 60,000 volunteer hours into community efforts, benefiting diversity, education, employment, and environmental sustainability. KX News
➤ Two directors from the Southwest Water Authority were honored for their long-term contributions to water management in North Dakota at a state water convention. KX News

CULTURE NEWS

➤ The North Dakota State Capitol celebrated the new year by illuminating its windows to form '2025', continuing a tradition dating back to 1934. KFYR-TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ North Dakota experienced extreme weather in 2024, from record-breaking Arctic cold to severe summer storms and historic wildfires, showcasing a year of dramatic climatic fluctuations. KFYR-TV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ North Dakota's political landscape in 2024 saw significant shifts, including Governor Burgum not seeking reelection, widespread support for President-elect Trump, a controversy during the primaries, and a complete Republican victory in key races, culminating in Burgum's nomination for Secretary of the Interior. KFYR-TV

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Dietitians advise against commenting on someone's weight during the holidays due to potential negative effects on individuals with eating disorders. KFYR-TV
➤ Fireworks during New Year celebrations can negatively impact North Dakotans with PTSD, anxiety, and other noise sensitivities. KX News

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ The Bismarck YMCA observes a surge in gym memberships every January as people aim to fulfill their New Year's fitness resolutions, though maintaining these routines proves challenging for many. KFYR-TV

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Hope Magelky, a team photographer for the Bismarck Bobcats and a player aiming to popularize women's sled hockey, became the first North Dakotan to join the USA women's national sled hockey team. KFYR-TV

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