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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Bismarck. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends of the Bismarck Public Library will host a summer outdoor used book sale on Friday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library Plaza—books will be sold for $1 per pound and proceeds will support library programs. KX News
- ➤ The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library will hold a summer outdoor used book sale on Friday, July 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Books will cost $1.00 per pound + every purchase will support library programs. City of Bismarck
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On July 11, 2025, middle school students from across the state will compete in the National Civics Bee North Dakota State Finals at Chick’s Place, University of Mary in Bismarck. Doors open at 9:00 a.m. with the contest starting at 9:30 a.m. and awards expected at 11:00 a.m.—this event marks a milestone as North Dakota will send its first representative to the national competition in Washington, D.C. KX News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Applications are now open for those interested in serving on the North Dakota Ethics Commission with a four-year term beginning in September; the deadline to apply is August 8. KX News
- ➤ East Century Avenue reconstruction continues as paving and concrete curb and gutter installation progress along the southern lanes up to Patriot Drive and now through the Roosevelt Drive intersection, while the temporary gravel roadway remains until mid-August—drivers and pedestrians are urged to follow traffic control signs. City of Bismarck
- ➤ The North Dakota Department of Transportation has announced that local agencies can now apply for the Flexible Transportation Fund — approved by the 69th Legislative Assembly with $116 million to support maintenance. A webinar will be held on July 22 at 10 a.m. CDT to explain changes to the program — applications are due by September 19. KX News
- ➤ Burleigh County Commission began separating the auditor and treasurer roles today—after months of discussion over allegations that current official Mark Splonskowski improperly invested county funds, which he denies. County Finance Director Leigh Jacobs was named interim treasurer until a full-time replacement is hired. KFYR-TV
- ➤ Boat accidents causing injury, death or missing persons must be reported to the North Dakota Game and Fish Department within 48 hours and accidents with over $2,000 in property damage within five days. The department also announced a Watchable Wildlife Photo Contest open until October 1 and will host the Conservation and Outdoors Skills Park at the State Fair from July 18-26 — offering outdoor safety and conservation activities to the community. KX News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A survey by WalletHub found that many Americans feel stressed about the future and economy, and Bismarck ranked 176 out of 180 cities—making it one of the least stressed. The study compared metrics on work, finances, family, and health to determine each city's stress level. KX News
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