Good morning, Bismarck.

Don Fry, a longtime marketing teacher at Mandan High, is one of five finalists in the Kids Choice Awards: Teacher Edition by the Bismarck Larks Lignite Energy Council.

The winner will be announced at the Larks game on June 19 and voters are encouraged to cast their ballots.

Bismarck Public Schools will honor the Class of 2026 with three graduation ceremonies on Sunday, May 24 at the Bismarck Event Center; no tickets are required for entry.

The City of Bismarck announced that starting next Tuesday, Ottawa Street north of LaSalle Drive will be closed for six weeks for reconstruction with a temporary business driveway provided, and Arabian Ave will have road repairs for two days, weather permitting, with home access maintained.

At Friday Night Frenzy, local high school softball finals and track events were held on Friday night; teams like the Demons, Coyotes, and Patriots recorded key wins, and KX News is continuing season coverage + highlights.

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.

Summer History Camp

8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. — North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum — $75 — Immerse yourself in North Dakota's history with hands-on activities and expert-led sessions over a weeklong camp.