Good morning, Bismarck.

On July 28, from 9 to 11 p.m., a free concert will be held at the State Capitol Grounds featuring the country powerhouse duo Tigirlily Gold from Hazen with a drone show lighting up the sky over the North Dakota Heritage Center.

Fans should bring their own blanket or lawn chair—free-will donations will support ND Career Builders to help students pursue in-demand careers.

Bismarck students and recent graduates taking summer internships are warned by attorney Brian Chase that unclear roles and unpaid tasks might signal exploitation — internships lacking proper training and supervision may actually amount to regular work — so students should document tasks and raise concerns with advisors. This guidance comes as part of a broader call for clearer legal standards in internship programs across the state.

Angela Smith, a professor at NDSU, saw federal funding for her project on Cass County's environmental history cut—she secured partial support from the Michigan Tech Team with some members paying from their own pockets—.

Bismarck officials presented a study on Tuesday that outlined plans to expand the airport terminal to keep up with growing passenger numbers.

The proposed changes would add new gates, a larger departure lounge, extra baggage space and a reconfigured TSA checkpoint—estimated to cost $160.8 million with funding from city, state and FAA sources.

Vibra Hospital of the Central Dakotas in Mandan will move to a new facility in north Bismarck next year and expand its services—according to the announcement.

A new guide explains how first-time buyers can prepare to purchase a home by saving, checking credit reports, and getting prequalified for a mortgage.

The guide also lists key steps from setting a budget to planning for closing costs—helping buyers understand the process clearly.

AAPNAC Resident Assessment Coordinator Certification Workshop

Aug 12-14 — Courtyard Bismarck North — Member Rate: $777, Non-Member Rate: $996 — Enhance your clinical assessment skills and earn the RAC-CT credential in this comprehensive certification workshop.

Evening Exploration at ND's Gateway to Science

6-8 p.m. — North Dakota's Gateway to Science — $14 Non-members | $9 Members — Discover hands-on science and enjoy immersive planetarium shows just for adults.

Brew at the Zoo

6-9 p.m. — Dakota Zoo — $40 members, $45 non-members — Sample local brews and enjoy a unique tasting experience at the zoo.

Vendors Needed for Maleah Cares Talk Show

7-10 p.m. — Bismarck, ND — Showcase your products during an uplifting talk show highlighting inspiring stories.