Good morning, Bismarck.

Train horns are sounding downtown again because a road project is underway, even though the quiet zone is meant to reduce noise; residents note the disruption (quiet zone rules usually curb train sounds) and further details remain unclear (official comments have not been released).

Deputy Fire Marshal Adam Miller said a bale fire is being contained to the appliance pile (at the landfill east of town) with no injuries reported.

The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction launched the BRIDGE Project to modernize student data management by transitioning schools from PowerSchool to Infinite Campus.

The new system is set to boost privacy and ease communication, with the full transition scheduled for July 2026 (implementation began in January 2025).

Bismarck Police are hosting sessions to teach e-bike riders safety guidelines as more citizens use streets + trails this summer.

The initiative aims to prevent accidents by clarifying proper riding regulations.

Today, the Senate passed a bill that requires Theodore Roosevelt National Park to maintain at least 150 wild horses (a rule to preserve the park's character), following strong public support during reviews.

The bill now moves to the House for further consideration.

Tribal members rode horses yesterday in Mandaree as part of the Pathways to Health and Wellness program to share recovery stories.

Bismarck Police began checking E-bikes for safety compliance this week while ND Health and Human Services announced that SNAP recipients who lost food due to recent storms can file for replacement benefits within 10 days.

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.

Independence Day Tandem Skydive

8 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Mandan Aero Center — Book your jump at Skydivefargo.com — Celebrate Independence Day from 10,000 feet with a thrilling skydiving experience.

Do Portugal Circus at Kirkwood Mall

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Kirkwood Mall — Tickets from $56 — Experience the whimsical world of circus magic with Do Portugal Circus in Bismarck.