Thursday, February 20th, 2025

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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials report a rise in motorists disregarding stop signals on school buses in Bismarck, emphasizing the need for driver education to enhance child safety. KFYR-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Jamestown man was sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to injuring two motorcyclists in a May 2023 accident in Bismarck, with eligibility for probation after a year and a day. KFYR-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Detroit man, accused of federal drug trafficking in Bismarck, received a sentence equal to the duration he had already been in custody. Bismarck Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Legacy High School senior Joy Hornbacher is recognized as MDU Resources Teen of the Week for her achievements in multiple areas. Bismarck Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota House lawmakers voted to increase hunting and fishing license fees to fund conservation efforts, awaiting the governor's signature. KX News
- ➤ A proposed North Dakota bill seeks to shield 988 and 211 helpline workers from civil damages, provided they do not engage in willful misconduct or gross negligence. KX News
- ➤ North Dakota lawmakers passed bills for age verification on adult sites, school cell phone policy development, and a public Legacy Fund investment website, while rejecting proposals on fluoride in water, high school athlete transfers, and pregnancy resource center regulations. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Century High School senior Olav Taylor aims for his third consecutive individual wrestling state championship, maintaining a perfect 29-0 record this year. KFYR-TV
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