Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
Good morning, Bismarck.
The Bismarck Cancer Center will host a Survivorship Celebration and Unite for Hope Cancer Walk on Monday, June 23 at Sertoma Park.
The Survivorship Celebration runs from 5-8 p.m. and the free one-mile walk begins at 6 p.m.—registration is free with t-shirts available for $20.
NDDEQ says hot weather and extra nutrients can lead to blue-green algae blooms that make water unsafe and can make people, kids, and pets sick.
The agency will test water after reports and issue warnings if toxins reach dangerous levels—residents should avoid swimming or letting pets drink from these waters.
Former Secretary of State Robert Byrne rescued the original state constitution from a Capitol fire on December 28th, saving a key document now kept in state archives.
His granddaughter Patricia Byrne visited the Secretary of State’s office today—she said she felt proud of his heroic act—and learned more about his quiet dedication.
The traffic signal at Washington St and Reno Ave will be out of service for repairs on Wednesday, June 18 from 8:30 a.m. until noon — weather permitting — with east-west traffic managed by stop signs and north-south traffic flowing freely.
A traffic signal at Washington St — Reno Ave will be out for repairs on June 18th from 8:30 a.m. to noon, according to Bismarck Engineering.
East-west traffic will follow stop signs while north-south traffic flows normally with no detour route available.
Over the weekend, Layton Woodbury fought bulls at the 25th annual PBR Challenge in Bismarck as he celebrated Father’s Day with his family—a tradition started by his father Dick, a former competitor.
Layton will next ride with PBR in Binford as he continues the legacy of bullfighting in his family.
Between June 26 and 29, the Budweiser Clydesdales will appear in the Bismarck-Mandan area to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Sam McQuade Sr. Budweiser Charity Softball Tournament, with public viewings and shows scheduled at various venues (such as Event Center Lot A and parking lots at local businesses). The draft horses will join festivities from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. as part of the tournament’s celebration.
Science Debunked
6-8 p.m. — North Dakota's Gateway to Science — $25 per person — Test popular myths with hands-on experiments and discover what's fact and what's fiction.
Rock the Deck at Hillside
4:30-8 p.m. — Hillside Aquatic Complex — Regular admission rates apply — Dive into a fun evening of swimming, music, and prizes for incoming middle schoolers.
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