Good morning, Bismarck.

Great Plains Food Bank is building a 70,000 sqft distribution center (in Fargo) to meet rising demand and boost storage by 57%; the facility is set to open in fall 2027.

On Wednesday, May 27, community members can visit Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library’s Meeting Room A for the Summer Reading Kickoff Used Book Sale from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., where gently used books are sold at $1.00 per pound to support library programs & services.

Governor Kelly Armstrong ordered government agencies to fly flags at half-staff today to honor 69 fallen peace officers on Peace Officers Memorial Day — business owners and residents are encouraged to display flags as he joins Attorney General Drew Wrigley and Chief Justice Lisa Fair McEvers at a memorial service.

Work is underway on the state capitol grounds to improve security at the governor’s residence; workers are installing pillars for a fence, a new concrete driveway & updated landscaping for $2.3 million, with the project set to finish this summer.

Jamison Lee broke the Century discus record by beating David Bergloff’s 1990 mark, which has boosted his national ranking.

KMOT First News at Ten aired The Dakota Drive recently, featuring a baseball coach+player who led teams to the super regional playoffs.

Earlier segments included a full tour of the new athletic facility at Bismarck State College's Bavendick Center.

Hazen senior Jaran Reinhardt has become one of the school’s fastest runners after training with the track and field team since eighth grade — his steady work highlights the local talent nurtured over the years.

Carz-N-Cures Car Show

10 AM – 2 PM — North Dakota State Capitol — Donations appreciated — Celebrate the 10th anniversary with cars, live music, and auctions for a great cause.

15th Annual Downtowners’ Art & Wine Walk

4:30-8:30 p.m. — Historic Downtown Bismarck — $42 – $48 — Sample unique wines and enjoy art from local businesses during an enchanting evening.