Good morning, Bismarck.

The Roads & Streets Department uses computer software to design street signs printed on reflective metal, and a new machine streamlines the decal process; each sign features a unique code (for tracking missing decals) that helps keep busy intersections safe.

Bismarck officials expect the new state lab, designed to conduct over 90,000 tests a year and include a training area and visitor walkway, to complete construction in April with equipment moves scheduled in May (upgrading an over-50-year-old facility).

North Dakota will launch a pilot program paying farmers + ranchers to plant perennial grass on marginal cropland, boosting soil health and expanding wildlife habitat.

Missouri Slope Taco and Potato Bar Fundraiser

10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. — Missouri Slope — Donations welcome — Celebrate Giving Hearts Day with a delicious meal to support the Wellness Pathway.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons

8:45-9:45 p.m. — Russell Reid Auditorium, North Dakota Heritage Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of a candlelit concert featuring the iconic music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.

Skate and Movie Night

2-4 p.m. — VFW Sports Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy skating while watching D2: The Mighty Ducks in a unique ice rink setting.