Good morning, Bismarck.

The local chapter of Rebuilding Together nonprofit will repair eight homes in the Bismarck-Mandan area this year starting Friday in conjunction with National Rebuilding Together Day—an effort to help local families—according to the group.

Governor Armstrong announced winners of the 21st annual North Dakota Governor's Photo Contest—selected from 732 submissions that capture the state’s seasonal beauty—and said the winning photos will be on display on the 18th floor of the State Capitol through May.

The contest introduced new activity-based categories and featured Best in Show winner Marshall Lip’s 'Storm Passing in a July Morning Sunrise' among the seasonal entries.

The Legislature ended its busy 74-day session early Saturday with a record $20.3B budget and about 600 passed bills—lawmakers finished debates on tax cuts and property reforms and now wait for the governor’s review before the new budget cycle begins on July 1.

NPMA and AAFA are reminding homeowners that pests like cockroaches, rodents and dust mites can cause allergy symptoms such as sneezing and difficulty breathing.

The groups provided tips for cleaning, sealing gaps and scheduling pest inspections—steps that may reduce exposure and help families breathe easier.

The housing market in our area is heating up as nearly 600 homes are listed and pending sales jumped from 130 to 180 by Friday — board president Jason Schmidt said buyers from rural areas are boosting demand for single-level homes while interest rates stay between six and seven percent with slight drops expected by year-end.

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.

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.

STEM Expo 2025

10 AM – 1 PM — Bismarck Municipal Ballpark — Free entry — Experience hands-on STEM learning with exciting activities and prizes for kids of all ages.