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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews fully contained a grass fire near Burlington that started at 11 a.m. Sunday—multiple agencies responded to the blaze. The City of Bismarck began its annual Spring Cleanup Week today through April 24—trade data shows North Dakota agricultural exports dropped 12% in the first two months, roughly a $20 million decline with Mexico as the top market. KX News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Dakota law enforcement agencies used the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign and issued 134 citations and arrests in March — including 62 DUI charges — in an effort to lower vehicle-related deaths and serious injuries. The NDDOT said alcohol was a factor in 31% of motor vehicle deaths in 2023 and urged drivers to follow safety rules. KX News
- ➤ Bismarck Police cleared officer Nathan Anderson after he shot 53-year-old Melanie Udell on March 7 in south Bismarck—Udell hit him with her car during a DUI investigation and a review by the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation and State’s Attorney Julie Lawyer found the deadly force was justified. KFYR-TV
- ➤ 71-year-old Mandan massage parlor owner Wiemen Peng pleaded not guilty to charges of promoting prostitution and practicing massage without a license in court today—he was arrested on March 18 after reports said customers paid tips for sexual favors at Relax Body Work Spa, his bond set at $15,000 and his trial scheduled for July 10. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Faith Dixon and her husband Charles Dixon have their trial moved to November 18 as a Tuesday Zoom hearing set the jury trial in Bismarck to review charges that Faith is accused of five counts of theft from her charity Faith4Hope—while Charles is charged with two counts for moving charity funds to personal accounts. KVRR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bishop David Kagan (Bismarck) and Bishop John Folda (Fargo) released social media statements after Pope Francis died, expressing sadness and calling for prayers in his honor. Both bishops emphasized gratitude for his leadership and service to the church. KFYR-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At Monday night’s Burleigh County Commission meeting, commissioners decided to have the state’s attorney draft a resolution to split the auditor and treasurer roles into separate posts after concerns about county investments — a proposal to remove current officer Mark Splonskowski was postponed until the next meeting for further public transparency. KFYR-TV
- ➤ VA officials will cut about 72,000 positions by the end of August—reducing staffing to 2019 levels—and many North Dakota veterans worry that fewer support staff will lead to longer wait times and lower care quality. Veterans fear that pushing more patients to community care could worsen access to the services they rely on. Bismarck Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mary Dunn is training her 12-week-old golden retriever, Duncan, to work as a therapy dog at the Bismarck Cancer Center so he can help brighten patients' days — a tribute to her previous dog, Max. Duncan began his training about a month ago and will need to pass certification tests before he can officially serve patients. KFYR-TV
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Boxers & Beer Fundraiser
4-10 p.m. — Elks Lodge #1199 — Tickets available — Back and bigger than ever, this fundraising event supports the Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation.
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Dakota Garden Expo
3-8 p.m. — Bismarck Event Center — Check website for entry details — Explore a wide array of exhibitors showcasing garden supplies and resources for all gardening enthusiasts.
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DIY Time Crunch Mini Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — Check for registration fees — Create a personalized sign with step-by-step guidance while enjoying the creative atmosphere.
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Sisterhood Saturday
10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Historic Downtown Bismarck — $30 for bouquet making — Celebrate community and creativity by crafting a beautiful bouquet with flowers from various locations.
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AARP Smart Driver Course
10-11 a.m. — Burleigh County Senior Adults — $20 for members, $25 for non-members — Learn defensive driving skills and possibly save on car insurance.
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