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Bismarck
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday and Wednesday, volunteers helped at the Great Plains Food Bank in Bismarck during Packathon, where a farmer donated 4,000 lbs of beans to be bagged for local pantries—volunteer work is crucial for feeding families. Volunteers will assist at the Fargo location next week. KX News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local tattoo artist Chris Dobransky opposes AI-generated tattoo designs, saying his hand-drawn sketches better suit a client’s unique body shape (computers cannot adjust to a body’s curves) as he continues his work at Alchemist Tattoo today. KFYR-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mandan Public Schools announced two principal changes for next school year. Jamie Entzi will lead Red Trail Elementary, replacing retiring Dave Steckler, and Nikki Schaff will head Roosevelt Elementary as Wade Meschke shifts to assistant superintendent. KFYR-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former ND Gov Doug Burgum, now U.S. Interior Secretary, said that former President Theodore Roosevelt is likely headed for the Pro Football Hall of Fame, with a formal announcement expected next year at the NFL Draft on the National Mall. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Shoot 360 will open a basketball training facility near Cash Wise, featuring real-time AI coaching and shot tracking—similar to technology used at nearly 30 NBA training centers. This new space is set to enhance local sports training for players of all ages. KFYR-TV
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.
~ Helen Keller
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