Good morning, Bismarck.

Film 'Medora: Empress of the Badlands' will premiere on April 17 at the Grand Theater with a red-carpet event and afterparty at the Bismarck Event Center Arena.

It was filmed on location in Medora and Bismarck to tell a historic love story featuring Medora and the Marquis de Morès.

Small towns statewide are facing milk shortages as local dairies have dropped, with processing plants closing (since there were over 200 dairies in 2000, now fewer than 20 exist).

Schools and grocers report unpredictable shipments and short shelf lives (for example, white milk is more available than chocolate milk).

The Bank of North Dakota is preparing Roughrider Coin, a new stablecoin tied to the US Dollar that promises faster, lower-cost transfers using immediate minting + burning between institutions.

Bank staff will present their progress to the North Dakota Industrial Commission later this month.

Experts say North Dakota farmers may face rising fertilizer prices as much of the world's nitrogen supply remains trapped in the Persian Gulf — a concern linked to a prolonged conflict.

Local crop planning may be affected if the disruption continues.

President Leander Russ McDonald of United Tribes Technical College was named the American Indian College Fund honoree of the year this week.

He has led the college for over a decade (receiving a $1,200 gift) as recognition for his impact on the tribal college movement.

Scientists at NDSU are studying how egg white protein may help remove PFAs (forever chemicals) from water by teaming with researchers from ND, Florida, Ohio, and Iowa, and the study aims to develop an efficient treatment product for contaminated water.

At Sanford Children's Castle, children with major motor impairments are using Dynamic Movement Interventions to rewire their brains and improve movement.

Therapy sessions help kids like Presleigh boost balance, walking, and running, according to family & Sanford Physical Therapist Hayley Tromm.

Artie Carlow earned WDA Senior Athlete of the Year honors this season by excelling in Class AA basketball, ranking among the top five in points + steals.

Head Coach Jordan Wilhelm noted Carlow's improved physicality and leadership as his team nears its first state title since 2010.

Legacy is set for its third state tournament trip in four seasons thanks to a strong group of seniors + the Class AA boys basketball team will compete as the tournament approaches.

Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra: On Broadway!

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Belle Mehus Auditorium — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of Broadway musicals brought to life by a live symphony orchestra.

Disney's Frozen

7:30 p.m. — Bismarck State College — Tickets available — Experience the magical world of Disney's Frozen live on stage.

Spring Fever Garden Forums

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library — Free entry — Explore gardening tips and ask experts during live presentations from NDSU Extension.

Disney's Frozen

7:30 p.m. — Bismarck State College — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen live in Bismarck.

Bismarck Capital City Coin Club Show

Time TBA — Bismarck Eagles — 10 Coins for $150 on Economy Service — Discover a world of coin collecting and grading with expert insights from ANACS.