Good morning, Bismarck.

A former Bismarck man is recovering in Seattle after surviving a fiery plane crash near a glacier in Alaska — he credited rapid bystander response and an Air National Guard rescue team for his recovery.

Papa’s Pumpkin Patch, a local staple for 43 years, is under new ownership and will move across the fence soon + promising a fresh start for its customers.

Two coffee shops have moved into credit union buildings over the past year in Bismarck + this innovative mix reshapes how community members enjoy convenient, local services.

Volunteer firefighter Jaiden Bauer is recovering at home in McClusky after severe burns from a grass fire last April, while the state launches a $40 million Rural Hospital Clinical Equipment funding program to help rural hospitals buy advanced medical tools as rising temperatures increase wildfire risk.

I-94 Exit 155 ramp in Mandan will close from 7 p.m. Sunday until 6 a.m. Monday for work and may remain closed into Monday night if needed; drivers are urged to plan alternate routes + slow down through the work zone.

Baseball quarterfinals for Class A & B ended on Thursday, May 29 in Bismarck as all Class A West Region teams were eliminated and Class B winners secured wins, including Parker River Area Aggies, Thompson Tommies, and Velva-Drake Aggies.

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.

Summer Songs Concert Series

7-9 p.m. — General Sibley Park and Campground — Free entry — Enjoy local tunes under the summer sky at the amphitheater.

Annual BAGA 'For Arts Sake' Flea Market

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Bismarck Art & Galleries Association — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of donated goods from art supplies to collectibles and more.