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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bismarck Forestry Division will host a community recognition program and ceremonial tree planting at Custer Park on May 2 at 1 p.m., where a tree will be planted to honor the late Stan Churchill for his dedicated service. In addition, a Plant a Tree with Scheels event will run on April 29 from 3 to 6 p.m. with the first 100 families receiving a free evergreen seedling—celebrating Arbor Day and 48 years as a Tree City USA. City of Bismarck
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Society for Science selected 24 educators for its STEM Research Grants program — two Bismarck teachers received a total of $5,000 to buy classroom equipment. The funds will help these teachers bring hands-on STEM projects to middle and high school students — boosting project-based learning in their classrooms. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews building the new Missouri River bridge between Bismarck and Mandan will resume work this week with double shifts to remove cofferdams and install sheet piles until mid-May; they will use quieter methods overnight where possible—though pile driving will still occur in some phases—and safety measures including navigational aids will be set up in cooperation with N.D. Game and Fish. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The governor signed a bill Wednesday that changes the rules for prior authorization and requires insurers to respond within a set time frame—if they do not, requests may be automatically approved to help patients access needed drugs. The law aims to reduce delays for people needing medications for conditions like asthma and cancer. KFYR-TV
- ➤ The Human Relations Committee will host a Community Conversation on May 8 from 6 to 8 PM in the Tom Baker Meeting Room at the City/County Building to discuss how the public transportation funding from the half-cent sales tax passed last November should be spent + five panelists will answer questions and take public input with online submissions accepted until 11:59 PM on May 11. City of Bismarck
- ➤ Governor Kelly Armstrong signed the Med Ed Bill to help train providers on emergency care for pregnant women and Minot residents will vote for a new mayor on Tuesday, August 5 following Mayor Tom Ross’s resignation. Bismarck Police released body cam video from last month’s shooting that killed 53-year-old Melanie Udell—Burleigh County Prosecutor Julie Lawyer said the officers acted appropriately—and meteorologists forecast a warming trend with increased rain chances. KX News
- ➤ A federal judge ruled that the United States must pay North Dakota nearly $28 million for law enforcement and other costs incurred during the Dakota Access Pipeline protests in 2016 and 2017. Gov. Kelly Armstrong, Attorney General Drew Wrigley, and Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer praised the decision — with Judge Daniel Traynor criticizing the Army Corps' actions as negligent. KFYR-TV
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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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