Good morning, Bismarck.

Bismarck is updating its zoning and subdivision ordinance this year to change land use rules.

City officials have released an interactive story map (with code details) that includes a weekly engagement survey (for public input on future changes).

The ND Highway Patrol warns that scammers using 701 area code numbers and fake caller IDs are calling residents to ask for money—if you get such a call, do not share your personal or financial information and hang up immediately.

Bismarck Police said 29 year old Native American woman Wynter Karima, described as 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 180 pounds with black hair and brown eyes, has been missing since February 11 in the Bismarck Mandan area after her family last heard from her on December 30 when she was scheduled to report for treatment+ police ask anyone with information to contact local law enforcement.

On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, survey crews will reduce lanes on Bismarck Expressway between Washington Street and 12th Street and on Washington Street from the Expressway to Indiana Avenue—work that will last one day.

North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong accidentally vetoed $35 million for the state’s housing budget when he meant to remove a $150,000 grant.

His staff called it a markup error — they plan to fix it if lawmakers must meet for a special session — to correct the mistake.

Starting Tuesday, May 27, Rosser Avenue will close between Hannifin Street and Washington Street for watermain repairs until Thursday, May 29, weather permitting.

Eastbound traffic will detour (north on Griffin Street, then along Avenue C to Washington Street) and westbound traffic will detour (north on Washington Street, then along Avenue C to Griffin Street).

North Dakota State Superintendent of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler’s nomination for U.S. Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education moved to the full U.S. Senate after a 12—11 vote by the Senate HELP Committee.

If confirmed, she will resign her post and Governor Kelly Armstrong will name her replacement to serve until the 2026 general election.

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.