Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Beulah High senior Shane Schmidt was named the ND Petroleum Foundation Teen of the Week for his strong leadership in crucial moments. The award recognizes local youth who excel in challenging times. Bismarck Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kelly Armstrong heard from Boy and Girl Scouts (ages 8-18) on Wednesday as the Rotary Club of Bismarck reported that scouting is thriving with 1,200 campouts and over 4,000 nights spent camping—a tradition continuing since 1922. KFYR-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State health officials report that North Dakota’s program to equip law enforcement vehicles with automated external defibrillators has saved an estimated 90 lives since 2021 — the effort supports quick responses in emergencies. Bismarck Tribune
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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.
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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.
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Sell/Buy Cattle Marketing School
8 AM - 5 PM — Holiday Inn Bismarck — Check and credit card options available — Sign up quickly as the schools are selling out fast!
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it.
~ Naval Ravikant
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